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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1927
Page
9
Ohio University star A Burkholder tops the scoring for the team as the Bishops maintain a solid lead in Buckeye A A. The article highlights Burkholder as high scorer and the squad’s ongoing performance.
Keyser of Wittenberg tops Buckeye scoring as Ohio Wesleyan eyes Denison test to stretch its unblemished run to four. Wesleyan sits atop the standings with Miami and Wittenberg close behind as the race narrows toward a potential clash with Miami. Ohio Wesleyan holds a conference record of three wins and zero losses with Miami at two and one.
Mike McFigue, now around 170 pounds, promotes a bold push for the world heavyweight championship. He credits a rebuilt right hand and new stance under Jimmy Johnston for his five knockouts in six months and aims to face Jack Dempsey era opponents from Sharkey to Maloney, eyeing big fights and substantial prize money.
At the Emith Center in Kan the Gaylord and Woodston teams played five extra periods to decide a basketball contest after a 14 14 tie at regulation. Cave Stearns, representing Gaylord and Woodston, likely set a world record for most overtimes in a single high school game as the teams battled late into the night.
The piece recalls Wynant Hubbard's claim that Princeton plays dirty football, sparking debate among players and coaches on what separates hard football from dirty football. Knute Rockne defends Army as playing clean, hard football, not dirty tactics, noting discipline and peak condition among cadets.
Dr. Clarence W. Spears, Minnesota head football coach, announced he would remain at Minnesota after discussions with Northwestern University. Northwestern reportedly offered more than the $7500 annual Minnesota figure, but Minnesota said no improved bid was made and Spears stays with the Gophers.
The piece argues that Princeton Army and Notre Dame employ a smashing, high‑intensity style that demands peak physical condition. It contends this system pressures opponents and inflates injury risk, noting Princeton often enters Big Three games in superior shape than Yale or Harvard.
A new bureau offering free medical guidance to those considering marriage has been set up within a Berlin municipal clinic. The program aims to assist couples with health checks and family planning as part of community services.
Mary Browne, after standout form against Mile. Suzanne Lenglen, is favored to defeat Helen Wills in straight sets. Howard Kinsey of the touring company praises Browne’s rapid improvement, notes a bonus incentive for four-game wins, and mentions plans for a Europe Australia Japan tour with Pyle.
In London a proposal circulates to fund a British professional team to oppose the United States this year. A minimum of 15000 dollars is suggested, shared among ten players at 1500 dollars each, with reserves possible and a guaranteed 500 dollars for each member after the trip, should the British defend their 1926 England visit victory.
An Italian scientist Galileo Galilei is credited with inventing the thermometer in 1592. He is also recognized for improvements to the microscope and contributions to early scientific instruments.
Bowling Green heads to Toledo for tonight's key conference game with a 11 game winning streak snapped last week by Defiance. Captain Olds leads the league with 56 points while Walker of Toledo stands second as both teams chase the top spot.
London report states the central committee on Women’s Training and Development has abandoned its plan to teach music to domestic servants, ending the effort after evaluating past results and priorities.
In Bucharest a gang of train thieves is suspected of killing a woman passenger and tossing her body from the coach, investigators say. The motive and exact sequence are under police scrutiny as authorities pursue the suspects.
In St Louis on February 2, 40.R- Rogers Hornsby, former Cardinals manager and part owner of the club, considers suing for back dividends from stock. Attorney William Fahey says action not rushed, will consult Cardinal president Sam Breadon. Board had voted 10 percent dividend with 150000 set aside for a sinking fund.
Wilbur Cummins, Purdue University center from Frankfort Indiana, rises as a scoring force this season. The sophomore opened with 46 points across three games, including 22 against Minnesota, establishing himself as the team’s key contributor.
In Chicago on February 2 Earl Lookabaugh of Lindenwood NL defeated Gus Copulos of Detroit 82 to 60 in the world three cushion billiard championship kickoff. Copulos was off form, while Lookabaugh dominated. Other results saw Thurnbiad beat Campanion, Denton defeat McCourt, and Hall overcome Kenney.
Exeter England moving picture device purchased to entertain patients at the Exeter Lunatic Asylum easing their time with film entertainment for residents and staff.
Aprefatory report notes unfavorable commentary on the 1928 Olympic events program as critics urge changes. The Danish athletics union urges that committee members have real sports experience and warns that games are becoming national advertising.
In Saginaw Michigan a three year old girl named Rachel Herrin Paps dies as a result of actions by her infant sibling. Authorities report the incident occurred in the family home and is being investigated by local police and medical examiners. The case raises concerns about child safety and supervision in the household.
In Leeds England Miss Poence Condon won a breach of promise case against Ralph Bantry, awarded damages in the civil action.
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