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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1924

Page

6

Tennis body rules to ban writer star

The United States Lawn Tennis Association executive committee voted 47 196 to 6 250 to interpret amateur rules so players who write for ordinary pay are unprofessional. The move targets William Tilden Vincent Richards and Carl Fisher though Tilden did not attend the meeting.

Davis J. Walsh J. N. & Sports Hoitor New York United States Lawn Tennis’ Association Toto Rune William T. Tilden Vincent Richards Carl Fisher Tilden

Jockey Parke Era Sparks Fresh Turf Talk At New Orleans

Recaps of rising jockey Parke from Delco Idaho losing five pound apprentice advantage as he nears full status. Analysts weigh Parke future against coaching changes and the rise of elite riders like Sande and Fator brothers amid Oregon and California coaching moves.

Johnny Corcoran New Orleans Corcoran Parke Delco Idaho Cowboy Tia Juana Earl Sande Fator Brothers Wyoming Parks Witte Parke Lafe Turfis

Man o War offspring loom in 1924 race season

Turf experts weigh the future of Man o War progeny as 12 foals debut in 1924. Morvich and Sarazen are cited as benchmarks for three year olds and two year olds who may carry the champion mantle. The chestnut colt Homeric and filly Lightship show likeness to their sire in head markings as the season approaches.

Morvich Sarazen Man of War Man O' War Lightship Homeric

Armory A. C. Wins Second Game Of Season

The Armory Athletic Club cage team won its second game of the season Saturday night and showed improved teamwork. They plan games with out-of-town teams. managers seeking contests may contact Carl Meighen at Josten's Cigar Store or call 5961.

Armory Athletic Club Cagely Carl Meighen Josten

Dempsey and Gibbons Meet in Florida

Tex Rickard says Jack Dempsey and Tommy Gibbons will meet again next June. Dempsey is in Miami promoting the event while Gibbons plans a trip, with Tex claiming little control over the arrangements.

Dempsey Gibbons Florida NEA Chicago Feb. T Tex Rickard Jack Dempsey Tommy Gibons Tex Jack Tommy Miami

Signals of Opposing Pitchers Influence Athletics Batting

Veteran Danny Murphy, assistant to Connie Mack, is reputed to read opposing pitchers and relay signs to batters. He allegedly identified fastball or curve signals with phrases like Heads up and Take a healthy. Despite his skill, the Athletics finished last in the league batting, prompting managers to doubt the signaling tactic.

Danny Murphy Connie Mack Philadelphia Murphy Athletics Mack

White Sox boast trio of veteran stars with managerial flair

By NEA Service Chicago February 4 with Frank Chance as manager the White Sox have three veterans Addie Collins Ray Schalk and Harry Hooper who show clear managerial potential Kid Gleason notes Eddie Collins steers infield play while Schalk guides pitching Hooper recalls disappointment at not being chosen successor to Bill Carrigan all three are cited as brainy players capable of future management duties

NEA Service Chicago Frank Chance White Sox Addie Collins Ray Schalk Harry Hooper Chance Kid Gleason Eddie Collins Sox Collins Gleason Schalk Listaire Bill Carrigan Boston Hlopper

Britton’s Left Still Dominates English Welter

In Canton on February 4 Jack Britton, famed welterweight champion, used his swift left to easily defeat Archie Walker of England. Walker, clever but defensive, was overwhelmed as Britton piled up blows, showing the left hand’s continued potency.

NEA Service Canton Jack Britton Archie Walker Walker Britton

Williams and Sports Snippets From A Buoyant Era

A mosaic of brief quotes and wry observations covers golf prodigies immigration debates prizefighting and boxing scenes plus a Milwaukee witness stand Nicknames like grand old man of the sulky and unofficial world championships illustrate a lively mid century sports culture with humor and irony scattered through short items and quips.

Dempsey Praises Young Stribling in Florida Bout

In Macon Georgia the young Southerner Young Stribling impressed Jack Dempsey during action in Florida. The champion called him a little green yet but noted he has the stuff and may rise to the top in time.

Jack Dempsey Stribling Macon Florida Champion

Grange Expected to Shine More After Year’s Experience

Illinois coach Zuppke dismisses expert doubts about star halfback Grange. He says a full year of experience should make Grange even more valuable next season for the Fighting Illini.

Zuppke University of Illinois Grange

Young Giant Floor Star of UNH Basketball

The outstanding star of the University of New Hampshire basketball team is Captain Danny Metcalf a giant in height and one of the best goal thinkers in collegiate sport a strong contender for the New England championship.

University of New Hampshire New England Danny Metcalf

Veteran professor Kroeh on flappers and dances in Hoboken

NEA Service profile recalls Dr. Charles Frederick Kroeh of Stevens Institute of Technology, a 64 year veteran educator who has trained over 2600 students and authored many works. The interview surveys his views on flappers, songs, Mah Jong, dancing, and modern fashion with humor and affection.

Josephine van DE Griet NEA Hoboken N. J Charles Frederick Kroeh Stevens Institute of Technology Stevens Kroch Professor Kroch Bob

Yankee Star Everett Scott Seeks Unbroken Games Streak

Yankees shortstop Everett Scott, famed for endurance, vows to play every game next season. He expects no rookie challengers to disrupt his ironman record.

Everett Scott Yankee Scott

Slumps Hit Regulars. Haney Tops AL Infield Value

Fred Haney, Detroit utility infielder, is regarded as the most valuable player in the American League in that role. When kept at a single regular position, his effectiveness declines, showing the strain of versatility.

Fred Haney Detroit

Skin cleansing through baths and sun exposure advised

The article promotes frequent hot water baths with friction to cleanse pores and purify the skin. It advocates sun and air baths to stimulate skin health, notes perspiration removes fluids, and warns hydration should increase in summer or during active sweating to prevent rheumatism.

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