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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1927

Page

9

Ohio college football all veterans named to elevens team

Peter Tumell McKinley and teammates earned spots on the official All Back machine squad with selections from Wittenberg Ohio Wesleyan Denison and Miami. Coaches from Cincinnati Wilhelm Vitiser Miami Trede Wang and others named first and second teams with nine players from Wittenberg and Miami plus Denison Ohio Wesleyan and Cincinnati teams.

Peter Tumell McKinles Halfbeck Awa Wittenberg Ohio Sievan Ohio Cincinnati Wilhelm Vitiser Miami Trede Thio Wang Tengere Unucinens van Ayning Jon Wesleyan Oswald Mian le Siob Miller C. Firetory Denison RG. Meal Ming RT. Richardson KE. Price Halliday HE. McKinley Striker Thornbury LE. Grant Wittenbers Leary Ohio Wesleyan LG. Thatcher C. Chistler Abbey Qlda Wesleyan Miller, Witten- Clicghinati Hallerback Uesistent Aansom

Pomeroy Basketball Schedule Opens Friday

Local page outlines Pomeroy high school basketball schedule for Friday. Tournament details include Ashworth and Lonville venues and expected rivals. Officials note county champion Mintile remains top contention.

Vomeroy Ekson Lonville Ruthind Ashworth

Plans Fight Comeback for Vira Return to Ring

Vira, living in Buenos Aires for the last three years, plans to return to the United States to resume his boxing career and seek a comeback in the ring.

Fais Vira Ao Tinenos Aires Vintte Aes

Loren Brown Toren Brown Michigan state college star proves strength in victory

Loren Brown a short weight five foot figure from Michigan State College dominates fall meets. He defeats Marquette Dame and the University and breaks the Western Conference record once held by Phelps of Tawa with a five mile run in minutes seconds, beating Pieto's time by about twenty seconds.

Loren Brown Toren Brown Michigan State

Football Scores Summary From Today’s Games

Georgia Tech 12 Georgia 0 Vanderbilt 1 Iahama 4 Oglethorpe Mini UT 0 Michigan Aggies 0 NC State 1 Maryland 6 Worlds Loyola 0 Quantico Marines 6.

Georgia Tech Georgia Vanderbilt Iahama Oglethorpe Mini UT Aggies N.C. State Maryland Worlds Loyola Quantico Marines

Lawyers Will Act Swiftly on Case Of Burns Sinclair

In Washington the lawyers for Burns Sinclair pressed for swift action in the contempt case. Judge Biddons noted rapid proceedings as attorneys for Harry F. Sinclair, H. Mason Tay, and A. Sheldon Wark anticipated a prompt trial. Witnesses and court behavior were described amid the ongoing contempt proceedings.

Burns Sinclair Washington Wee J Li Biddons AL Waughs Douglas Ho Durridalthimere Lareau Ti N Harry F. Sinclair H. Mason Tay A. Sheldon Wark

Steamship Paraguay in Distress Receives SOS Aid

Radio Corp America reports the steamship Paraguay sent an SOS in the Atlantic this afternoon. The steamship East Indies was nearby and proceeding to assist, with the Stadio Corporation advised. In Washington, a 1865 life insurance policy for Calvin Coolidge's grandfather, valued at 1500, was presented to the executive by Hartford Life.

New York Paraguay Atlantic Cornotion of America East Indies Stadio Corporation Coolinge Washington Calvin Coolidge Hartford Life Insurance Company

Georgia Tech Beats Georgia in Football Rule Debate

The Western Conference coaches and athletic directors meet in Chicago to seek no major changes to football rules while aiming for a one year grace period for interpretation. The Western Conference Football Coaches Association forms to standardize Big Ten and Western Conference rule interpretations and discusses open dates and schedule mechanics.

Clark B. Kelsey United Press Wester Chicago U.R Big Ten Midwest Lanmy Phelan Purduey Glenn ‘Thistletwaite Wis Lilorts Bob Zupnke Ztappkee Larowul

Canaanville and Buchtel Tie Up After Contested Basketball Game

Officials awarded the game to Buchtel High after a disputed finish in which Canaanville protested a late field goal. The final score remained 27 to 26 as time expired, with both teams claiming victory amid a whirling, fast-paced contest.

Frit Canaanville Canaan Buchtel High School Basketballsville Budy op-Canstanttn Buchtel Ter Canannville Canaainville Nuchtet

Conqueror of Yale Downed by 12-0 Score

Georgia Week humbled Yale as Georgia Tech routed the Bulldogs 12-0 in Atlanta. The game marked a clash of undefeateds with Tech overpowering Yale through a ground game led by Durant and conclave of scorers, ending Yale's spotless record.

YALE Atlanta Georgia University of Georgia Aleven Tea A Tech Entur Peet Hiv Notre Dam Wardechilr Jeael Durant

Chaunecy Ber Lobinetts Leads Team Season Outlook

Chaunecy Ber Lobinetts and teammates like Duffield and Smith shape the season plan. The note mentions roster positions and potential improvements, with references to Baker and Lae Liehardann Duffield in guard roles.

Chaunery-Dover Chaunecy Ber Lobinetts A da I. Cn Baker Lae Liehardann Duffield RG Shielde Mestervedt Jan Ge Smith

Wesleyan Cagers May Beat Ohio State Tonight

Ohio State University faces Wesleyan in a traditional clash as Wesleyan seeks its first major upset of the season. The Wesleyan five, led by a strong attack, aims to break a long-standing losing streak against the Buckeyes and pull off a notable win on the road.

Wesleyan Ohio State Evans Ginder Chio

Dual referees adopt system for Big Six basketball games

Athletic directors of the Big Six unanimously approve a dual refereeing plan giving referee and umpire equal authority starting March 1. Also noted are dates for the Missouri Valley events in Des Moines and news of Delaney versus Berlenbach scheduled for December 9 in Chicago.

ST. Louis Des Reveree Des Moines

Chauncey Dover and Coolville Split Debut Basketball Game

Chauncey Dover girls beat Coolville 15 to 8 in the opener while Coolville boys defeated Chauncey 8 to something as fans filled the Whauncey high gym for the league debut.

Chauncey-Dover Coolville Chauncey Girls Curce Ilauncey Chamnery-lover High School Woolvilla High Whauncey High Gymnasion Coolville Girls Coolville Bo Chauncey Boys

Unclear high school game highlights with key players listed

In Dec 2 at Swanton A team, L Ward led Coolvint e with standout scoring and strong defense by Glenna Carter and Louisenalmer. For the boys, HH Richardson shone for Chauncey with 14 baskets and two fouls.

L. Ward Coolvinte Hwanston Glenna Carter Louisenalmer Halth: Guerra Clyiuncey Carter HH. Richardson Chauncey

Saguer o Suspended by Chicago Boxing Commission

Cuban light heavyweight Neleaux Sa n Suero was fined 759 and 1 105s 12 field goals while suspended for 30 days by the boxing commission for poor performance. Chauncey struggled on defense against Chuck Barnes as Antonio returned Thursday night.

Chicago Neleaux San Suero Baker Visa Hirst Jnois Boxing Commission Chauncey Chuck Barns San Antonio Seay

Golf Leader Dies in Memphis Tennessee

Charles QO Pfeli, recently nominated for president of the LA association, died here of septic poisoning in Memphis.

Memphis Tenn Der Charles QO. Pfeli The LA. Association Ddu Ia Jackseniil Olae

Kentucky Derby Date Set for Saturday May 10

Matt J. Winn announced the Derby date as Saturday May 10 pending Kentucky Racing Commission approval. The executive director said the schedule is usually approved and the Derby will be held in Louisville.

Kentucky French Lick Ind Matt J. Winn Kentucky Hockey Club Vioek Kentucky Racing Commission Winn

Athens High School basketball split into two squads

The Athens high school basketball team splits into two groups under coaches Wise and Hater Nail, each directing fifteen players. Changes to personnel are expected next week as permanent lineups are announced. A canceled game with Washington, VA, is noted and possible acting roles for players on stage are mentioned.

Athens High School Basket i Coseh Uerect Wise Alva Latch Hater Gwenty Durbur Sbunhington Huntington Hudson, Essex and Star Cars

Negotiations Underway for Varsity Freshman Wrestling Matches

Reports indicate ongoing discussions among Ohio State and other schools for schedule bouts. Coach Olson guided a varsity workout while freshmen and invited wrestlers prepared for possible inclusion in future meets, with tentative dates and participants named for upcoming gym events.

Hell Ohio Irbing Olson Ant Howe Son Pila Uh Noan Ape Hani

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