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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1921
Page
5
Charley Paddock of USC continues a record spree in spring track, clocking times across 100 yards to 300 meters and claiming multiple marks in a single dual meet. He attributes success to strict training as critics waver on crediting western athletes.
Auburn shortstop Pat Fulghum and second baseman Sammy Barnes will report to the Athletics after the college season. Connie Mack favors college talent and signs many every spring. Both players impress but may need more polish for the big show. Barnes and Fulghum will visit Athens with Auburn Friday and Saturday for fan viewing of potential big league tryouts.
Auburn ahead of Georgia in a fierce rivalry as two spring games at Sanford Field set expectations for a season attendance record. Georgia fans anticipate close, high scoring contests after Auburn defeated the Red and Black on the last trip, boosting interest and out of town turnout. Georgia showed stronger offense in the Auburn series with more hits and runners brought home.
Georgia track men set to compete at the Open A A A meet in Birmingham next Saturday. The Birmingham Athletic Club sponsors, with Mr Streit as sponsor, predicting strong turnout as Birmingham draws more entrants than Sewanee. Meanwhile the baseball shortstop landscape features Maranville, Bancroft, Lavan and Peckinpaugh among others, with Maranville excelling after a Pirates move.
The long delayed match between Dempsey and Carpentier is scheduled for July 2 in Jersey City. The bout draws global interest due to country rivalry and promoter Tex Rickard expects strong turnout. Dempsey trains intensely though has few recent heavy bouts, and both rivals bring high anticipation. The Prince of Wales and Lord Lonsdale may attend as guests of promoter Rickard.
An Adv ad touts A L K tablets as a remedy for digestion and headache relief. It urges readers to visit a druggist today and buy a dozen tablets for quick correction of digestion.
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