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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 12, 1927

Page

3

Delaney Wins on Foul in Controversial NY Fight

In Yankee Stadium 25,000 fans saw Jim Crowley award Delaney the seventh round foul decision over Paulino Uzcudun. Crowley cited four low blows by Paulino as the reason, with Delaney dominating early but the bout ending amid dissatisfaction and a shared sense that both fighters lost.

Yankee Stadium Jim Crowley Jack Delaney Paulino Uzcudun Delaney Spain Azcudun Payno Jimmy Crowley Paulino Azcadan Crowley Tex Rickard Pauline Rickard Acard

Onslow Suspended by American League Official

Washington Senators coach Jack Onslow has been indefinitely suspended by AL president for talking back to umpire Clarence Rowland after a game with the Yankees. Manager Harris also challenged Rowland and was ejected. the team played on the following day.

Washington Jack Onslow Washington Senators Johnson American League Clarence Rowland Yankees Harris Rowland

Fight Called Off Between Dundee and Mitchell in Milwaukee

In Milwaukee on Aug 12 the Dundee Mitchell bout lasted six rounds before the referee halted action, judging both boxers were stalling. Purses were withheld. Dundee, welterweight champion, and Mitchell, ex junior welterweight titleholder, were not scheduled for a title bout.

Milwaukee U.P Joe Dundee Pinkey Mitchell Dundee Mitchell

Board of Strategy Aimed at A L Pennant Amid 1927 Hype

The board led by Connie Mack and including key figures mapped an Athletics challenge to the Yankees for the American League pennant before the 1927 season. The plan focused on strategic decisions shaping the club’s course.

Athletics Yankees A’s Board of Connie Mack William Gleason Eddie Collins Ty Cobb Board of Strategy Macklets

Washington Defeats Yankees 3 2 In Eleventh Inning

Mark Koenig's errant toss in the 11th gave Washington a 3-2 win over the league leading New York Yankees. Grover Cleveland Alexander starred for nine innings as St. Louis beat Pittsburgh 2-1. Charley Root earned his 21st win as Chicago blanked Cincinnati 2-0. Dazzy Vance pitched well for New York in a 3-2 loss to the Giants. Boston beat Philadelphia 5-4 while Boston also won the second game of a doubleheader 2-0. McManus had three hits driving in four in Detroit's 6-2 win over St. Louis.

Mark Koenig Washington New York Yankees Grover Cleveland Alexander Pittsburgh Pirates St. Louis Chicago Cubs Charley Root Cincinnati Reds Root Dazzy Vance Giants New York Brooklyn Boston Philadelphia Natonals Willoughby Brown Howard Ehmke Athletics Slim Harris Mackmen McManus Detroit

Heathcote's triple powers Cubs past Reds in pitching duel

Chicago tops Cincinnati 2 to 0 as Charlie Root earns his 21st win with support from two double plays. Adolfo Luque limits the Cubs to five hits while Root allows six in a tight series opener. Allen leads Reds with three hits.

Chicago Cliff Heathcote English Root Cincinnati Charlie Root Adolfo Luque Cubs Luque Allen Reds Dressen Roots Bressler Grimm Walker Bieta Petides B. R Adams Heath E, Rf Wilson Stephenson Gonzales Beck Ccccocee

Baseball results roundup from yesterday’s games

National League scores include Boston 5 over Philadelphia 4 and Chicago 2 over Cincinnati 0. St Louis 2 beat Pittsburgh 1, New York 3 to Brooklyn 2. American League shows Cleveland 2 over Chicago 1 in 10 innings and Washington 3 over New York 2. Boston 0 2 at Philadelphia 4 0, Detroit 6 over St Louis 2. American Association reports Toledo 11 over Milwaukee 8.

G. W. L. Pet Chicago Pittsburgh St. Louis New York Cincinnati Brooklyn Boston Philadelphia Pet Washington Detroit Cleveland Ww. L. Pet Toledo Milwaukee Kansas City St. Paul Minneapolis Indianapolis Louisville Columbus

Attorney Killilea Negotiating Milwaukee Baseball Club Purchase

Henry J. Killilea confirms he is negotiating to buy the Milwaukee American Association club from Mrs. Otto Borchert. The former Boston Red Sox owner will not disclose other names involved in the deal.

Milwaukee Henry J. Killilea Milwaukee American Association Baseball Club Otto Borchert Boston Red Sox

NY Central Wins Control of Middleport and Northeastern Ry

The Interstate Commerce Commission approved the New York Central Railroad's acquisition of control of the Middleport and Northeastern Railway by purchasing its entire capital stock. The line runs from Kanawha to Calvin in Meigs County, with coal traffic destined for the Great Lakes.

Washington Interstate Commerce Commission Middleport and Northeastern Railway Company New York Central Railroad Company Kanawha Calvin Meigs County Great Lakes

Ohio Board Grants 500 Real Estate Licenses

Columbus Aug 12 five hundred real estate licenses granted and 500 more to be acted on Monday by the Ohio board of realty examiners.

Columbus U.R Ohio Board of Realty Examiners Buckeye

Baseball game summary from Cincinnati Chicago clash

Cincinnati 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0. Chicago 0 0 0 2 5 5 6 0 2. Errors none. Dressen and Allen had two base hits. Heathcote hit a three-base drive and also made a sacrifice.

Cincinnati Chicago Dressen Allen Heathcote

La Coste Tilden semifinal clash unresolved at Meadow Club

At Southampton New York August 12 William T Tilden may not play the Meadow Club invitation tournament final if he defeats Jacques Brugnon in the semifinals. Rene La Coste also reached the semis, leaving a potential final in doubt amid speculation about Davis Cup preparations.

Southampton N. Y U.R William T. Tilden Rene la Coste Meadow Club Tilden la Coste Jacques Brugnon George M. Lott, Jr Brugnon

Sticky hold up in Cleveland adhesive tape robber strikes again

Cleveland police renewed pursuit after the so called adhesive tape robber carried out his tenth holdup last night. Mrs James Paul said a man with a tape bandage over his mouth entered her store asked for butter then pulled a gun and fled with $52 from the cash register.

Cleveland U.P James Paul

Arrested Again: Cleveland Attorney Morris Luff Taken Into Custody

Cleveland attorney Morris Luff, believed jailed for embezzlement, was arrested at his home by Deputy Sheriff Frank Castle. Sentenced to seven years on October 24, 1923, he was released as a federal witness on November 24, 1923, and remained free until June 28 this year. The Cleveland association for criminal justice led the check that led to the arrest.

Cleveland U.R Morris Luff Ohio Frank Castle Luff Supreme Court Cleveland Association For Criminal Justice

Training sites chosen for Dempsey Tunney title fight

Chicago Aug 12. Training sites for the Dempsey Tunney heavyweight title bout September 22 have been picked. Tunney will train at Lake Villa Illinois about 50 miles north of Chicago and report within two weeks to finish conditioning. Dempsey has selected Lincoln Fields race course Crete Illinois as his grounds.

Chicago U.R Jack Dempsey Gene Tunney Tunney Billy Gibson Lake Villa Gibson Dempsey Lincoln Fields Crete Inl Leo Flynn

Sheriff Hanratty Struggles Over County Lines In Races

Cuyahoga County Sheriff Edward J. Hanratty asks for a survey to determine which side of the track counts for jurisdiction. The canine races set to begin next week at North Randall divide the facility: two thirds in Summit County and one third in Cuyahoga, complicating his no-betting edict.

Cuyahoga Cleveland U P Edward J. Hanratty Cuyahoga County Manratty North Randall Summit County Hanratty

Ruth Lenard Draw In Long Chicago Fight

In Chicago on August 12 Babe Ruth 126 from Louisville and Henry Lenard 126 from Chicago fought ten rounds to a draw. Billy Showers 145 from Paul won a judges decision over Frankie Kepnard 146 in eight rounds.

Chicago Babe Ruth Louisville Henry Lenard Billy Showers Paul Frankie Kepnard

Helen Wills to Open Wightman Cup Series at Forest Hills

Helen Wills, American tennis queen, will open the fifth annual Wightman Cup series this afternoon at Forest Hills, facing Joan Fry of the British team. Mrs. Molla Mallory is set to meet an opponent in the same afternoon lineup.

New York Helen Wills Joan Fry Forest Hills Molla Mallory

Orange-Crush beverage takes merit at medical association

Fragmentary text notes a drink described as Orange-Crush uses imitation extracts and zest flavors without real orange juice. It mentions orange flavoring, water, sugar, and colorings, with a claim of certificate of merit at a medical association event for children.

LS Anu Eee Medical Sociation Acilnion Nation

Kathleen McKanes Figures in Second Mage Match

Mrs Kathleen McKanes of England competes in the second mage match of the day, adding another round to the event.

Kathleen McKanes England

Philadelphia Boxer Wins Referee Decision in 10 Rounds

In Philadelphia on August 12 Vicent Forgione 158 pounds defeats Jack Paulmer 158 pounds by referee's decision after a ten round bout.

Philadelphia Vicent Forgione Jack Paulmer

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