Ohio five shows promise in barnstorming tour
Canton Oghibe notes Ohio University basketball as a strong title contender after a four game tour. The Green and White won against Akron and Marion and fell to Sinclair Oils of Canton and Dover, displaying fast passing and teamwork despite a 44 to 39 loss to Sinclair Oils.
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Ohio University
Ohio Aggregation
Akron
Marion
Sinclair Oils
Canton
Dover
Altho
Sinclair Oil Five
Collegians
Ohio University Five
Canton Repository
Sinclairs
Sinclairs Oils
Athens
Ohio
Oils
Yankees Shortstop Dilemma Tests Team Depth
The article argues Ev erett Scott anchors the Yankees at shortstop but warns a transition is possible when he ends his career. It discusses Ward as a potential shortstop, rejects Eddie Collins as a swap, and notes Ward’s recent improvement at second base. It also highlights college players using baseball pay as a stepping stone to future careers.
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New York Yankees
Everett Scott
Howevr
Scott
Walter Pipp
Ward
Joe Dugan
Yankees
Yankee
Huggins
Shorstop
Woman golfer reaches finals in Long Beach tourney
Mrs. R. Boyce of Madison Wisconsin advanced to the finals in a Long Beach California golf tournament, becoming the event’s sole female contestant. She lost to T. C. Roberts at the thirty fourth green after holding her ground for 30 holes. Roberts posted 12 holes in par while Boyce had four birdies including a two at the seventeenth. Boyce had previously defeated F. F. Boyce 7 and 6 in the semifinals, as a relative newcomer with under three years in the sport.
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Long Beach
Calif
Max Marston
Edith Cummings
Queen of America
R. Boyce
Madison
Wis
F. F. Boyce
Mrs. Boyce
Nernice Wall
Olympic Games Promise Rough Spirit Says Columnist
The piece jokes that with Tilden and Paddock staying behind the Olympics will lack class, compares it to a typical high school meet, and notes Belgian wrestlers traveling here. It also mentions Jack Dempsey taking dancing lessons and hints Welsh or Packey McFarland could be his instructor.
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Tilden
Jack Dempsey
Freddie Welsh
Packey McFarland
McGraw Returns From Europe Dismayed by Left-Handed Shortage
Mr. McGraw came back from Europe thoroughly disgusted noting he did not see a single worthwhile left-hander in the League of Nations.
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McGraw
Europe
League of Nations
Weismuller Labeled Human Fish Without Oil Stock Proof
The article notes Johnny Weismuller known as the human fish but states there is no evidence he purchased any oil stock. It presents no confirmation of financial dealings and keeps focus on the nickname.
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Johnny Weismuller
Home Run Record Against Athletes Prompted by Slugging Pace
Sixty two home runs were hit off Athletic pitchers in a single period, signaling a high slugging rate. The report notes such homers imply strong power against the staff and marks a notable offensive surge.
Seattle Golfers Name Chaplain Despite Sand Trap Bite
Members of a Seattle golf club appoint a chaplain while joking a niblick remains more useful than prayer in the sand trap. The item blends sport, humor, and church roles in a lighthearted club issue.
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Seattle
Putting the Paddock on Paddock Melodrama
A stirring little melodrama titled Putting the Paddock on Paddock is soon to be presented to the public. The piece promises comic elements and local dramatic charm in a theatrical setting.
Mercy Houghton Secures Highest Columbia Pay Record
Mercy Houghton earns more money from Columbia than any coach in the game indicating the Houghton system works well in the cashier’s office.
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Mercy Houghton
Columbia
Haughton
Nick Altrock Takes Tour With Cage Team
Nick Altrock joins a cage team on tour prompting strong opinions that he should have been caged previously. Supporters and critics clash over his involvement and the tour’s purpose.
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Nick Altrock
Nick
Busher Likely to Trial with Brooklyn Next Spring
A thirty three year old busher is nearing a spring trial with Brooklyn. Report says he already showed a brilliant future behind him and could emerge as a standout talent in the coming season.
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Busher
Brooklyn
Nebraska captain Vern Lewellen signs with Pirates
Vern Lewellen, captain of the 1923 Nebraska Cornhuskers football team, has signed a contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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Pirates
FIRE DESTROYS IMPERIAL UNIVERSITY AT FUKUOKA
Nagasaki December 27. The Imperial university at Fukuoka was destroyed by fire today causing a loss of 2500 dollars. The blaze left the campus in ruins and prompted immediate emergency response from local authorities.
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JAP University
Nagasaki
Japan
Imperial University At
Fukuoka
Pugs All Hunting Fights as Boxing Champions Speak
New York December 24 boxing chiefs and champions gather to push a six month title bout rule as stars vow to meet any challenger. Attendees include Dundee Lynch Leonard Vill a Dempsey absent. The mood is heated as promoters anticipate a wave of bouts across the globe.
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New York
United States
Belleau Woods
Johnstown
New York State Boxing Commission
Johnny Dundee
Mickey Champion
Mike McTigue
Cham- Lynch
Benny Leonard
Pancho Villa
Jack Bernstein
Gene Tunney
Frankie Cenary
Jack Dempsey
Harry Greb
Colan Doyle
Kings
Boxing Commission
William McCormick
Patrick Henry
Pugs
Bohunk
Sing Sin
Bantam Weight Stars Highlight Dixie Boxing Scene
The south gathers bantamweights with past champ Her man of New Orleans now retired due to vision loss. Pat Moore of Memphis is noted as one of the fastest midges ever, while Al Petting it of New Orleans is called above average. Bill Kennedy of New Orleans aims for a title under Tony Palazzo, who once trained Her man.
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South
Fete Herman
New Orleans
Pat Moore
Memphis
al Petting
Bill Kennedy
Kennedy
Tony Palazo
Herman
Mack Hopes Frank Welch Becomes Real Star
Connie Mack praises Frank Welch of the Philadelphia Athletics as a great prospect with speed arm and courage. Welch has shown promise but has not yet arrived as a star and Mack believes he will hit his stride and earn widespread recognition.
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Mack
Frank Welch
Philadelphia Athletics
Welch
Frank
Connie Mack
Chillicothe High Sees First Real Team Improvement
The local high school basketball team shows initial gains per Coach Young. The squad lacks full confidence for a 30 minute scrimmage but Kettra shines in shooting, hitting 10 baskets from 20 attempts in the session.
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Chillicothe
Dee
Young
Kettra
Hoosier Star Leads Indiana Bid for Big Ten Power
Hoosier star Indiana aims to gain recognition as a top Big Ten basketball program this season. Kenneth Alward provides inspiring leadership and capable captaincy for the Hoosiers.
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Indianas
Middle West
Kenneth Alward
Hoosiers
Freak of the Gamera Defeat Confusion At Tennis Meet
The article recounts a disputed match where In Memoriam supposedly beat Zev, but judges ruled Zev the winner. A photo of Lloyd Hughes, a noted California tennis player, is included showing him reaching for a high ball, though the caption questions the camera’s accuracy.
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Zev
Lloyd Hughes
California
Hughes
Luck Piece Steger to Lead Michigan Wolverines in 1924
Herbert Steger nicknamed Luck Piece will captain the unbeaten Michigan Wolverines for 1924. A standout backfield player, he previously starred at Oak Park High School in Chicago where his teams were undefeated with him in the lineup. Steger opened his Michigan career with a 60 yard touchdown on first down and has since helped maintain an unbroken winning record under Coach Yost.
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Michigan
Herbert Steger
Steger
Oak Park
Chicago
Colonel Yost
Anent the Irish: Notre Dame Faces All American Skepticism
The 1923 Notre Dame grid team, praised for overmatched schedules and strong play, had only one player, Brown, named to Camp's All American list. Walter questions the lack of multiple Irish backs on the selection, suggesting an unsolved mystery in the campaign.
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Notre Dame
Rockne
Nebraska
Irish
Brown
Walter
Wisconsin and DePauw Fight Into Three Overtimes
Wisconsin and DePauw battled through three overtimes tied 21 23 after regulation and 25 after each extra period before ending the game as a scoreless stalemate. The marathon clash showcased rare triple overtime drama rarely seen in college basketball history.
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Wisconsin
DePauw
Rutgers Player Issues Longest Forward Pass Of Year
Homer Hazel of Rutgers completes a 69 yard forward pass against Villa Nova, a play that advances the ball 55 yards in the contest and showcases Hazel’s throwing range and accuracy.
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Homer Hazel
Rutgers
Hazel
Villa Inovas
Last Night's Boxing Results From Zanesville Card
Jamaica Kid of New York defeated Tut Jackson of Washington D. C. in 12 rounds. Joe Rinefield of Indianapolis beat Lew Bloom of Columbus in five rounds with Bloom disqualified in the sixth. Kirk Galloway of Columbus stopped Chuck Robinson of Newark in the first. Jack Marcy of Zanesville KO'd Joe Monopah of Columbus in the second.
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Zanesville
Jamaica Kid
New York
Tut Jackson
Washington D. F
Joe Rlnefield
Indianapolis
Lew Bloom
Columbus
Bloom
Kirk Galloway
Chuck Robinson
Newark
Jack Marcy
Joe Monopah
Traffic on Dayton Cincinnati road heaviest in Ohio
Martins Ferry reports state highway department traffic check shows the Dayton Cincinnati road had the highest vehicle count in Ohio. A seven day October survey between 7 am and 8 pm near Miamisburg recorded an average of 1208 vehicles per day.
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Martins Ferry
Dayton-Cincinnati
State Highway Department
W. C. Fawcett
Miamisburg
Lung Surface Reveals Vast 480 Square Foot Span
A medical fact shows that if lung cells were laid flat they would cover about 480 square feet. This highlights the extensive internal surface area involved in gas exchange and respiration.
Four Big Ten Rookies Shine In First Conference Year
Western conference observers name four newcomers as standout sophomores Red Grange of Illinois Earl Britton Red Miller of Michigan and Fry of Iowa. Grange Britton and Miller excel as backs and ball carriers while Fry shows versatility as runner passer and kicker. All four are slated for major impact in the coming seasons.
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Chicago
Middle West
Grange
Britten
Tosetrether
Miller
Michigan
Hawkeyes
Aubrey Devine
Gordon Locke
Fry
Iowa
Ivy
Britton
Champs Seek Salary Increases For 1924 Yankees And Giants
New York clubs plan secret talks on 1924 player salaries as star terms rise. Yankees may offer raises to Ruth and Meusel while others like Scott, McGinn, Ward, Pennock, and Jones face contracts, with Meusel and Groh potentially matching last season’s deals. Giants focus on holdovers Kelley and others as payroll pressures mount.
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Haines
New York Yankees
Davis J. Walsh
J. N
New York
Yankees
George He Ruth
Ovutfictder
George Kelley
Light Brigade
Strait Lot
Colonel Ruppert
Eolf
8&E
Scott
Witt
Pipp
Dugan
Ward
Cel
Pennock
Jones
Bob Neusel
Shawkey
Yankee Business
iGfant
Heine
Meusel
Groh
John Scott
Hugh McQ
Frisch and Young
Travis J
Ryan
Jonnard
Barnes
Snyder
Gaunter
McGraw
Philadelphia
Bentley
O'Connell
Rickard Denies Firpo Claim On Spalla, Sets February 1 Fight
Tex Rickard said he knew nothing of I Firpo's claim that he held Erminio Spalla between rounds. The heavyweight promoter scheduled a Spalla rematch with Tunney for February 1 in New York, signaling plans tied to a Spalla-Tunney bout.
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New York
Rickard
I Firpo
Erminio Spalla
Aires
Logan County Basketball Season Opens in December
Season opens in Bellefontaine as Logan County basketball league teams draw large Friday crowds in high school gymnasiums. Basketball remains the main winter attraction in the county towns.
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Bellefontaine
Logan County
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