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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1924
Page
6
Ohio University opens its new gym with a high profile basketball program. 6000 attendance is anticipated as Ohio faces Wittenberg in the inaugural home game amid dedication activities led by President Bryan.
A column argues colleges have produced five premier major league players. It highlights Eddie Collins of Columbia, Frankie Frisch of Fordham, Joe Dugan of Holy Cross, George Sister of Michigan, and Pete Donahue of Texas, noting Mack’s early eye for collegians and current scouting equal emphasis on college players.
New York report cites renewed action in the heavyweight scene as Jack Kearns and Tex Rickard meet to discuss the Dempsey Gibbons bout. Luis Firpo demands Raymond syndicate post 50000 as good faith. Harry Wills is also involved, with Firpo awaiting the posted forfeit.
New Marshfield girls basketball suffers first defeat of season 8 to 7 against Lancaster on Lancaster floor. The team had led early, fell behind late as Lancaster outscored 2 to 0 in final period. season results show strong overall record with several high scoring wins.
Tommy McNamara once backed Gene Sarazen and now salutes Henry Ciuci. The longtime booster notes Ciuci, then wintering in Florida, shot a ‘71 at Inwood last summer and predicts he will become the next champion.
A new extinguisher design uses a tubular form and releases 12 streams of gas charged liquid when the cap is removed. No details on model or inventor are provided. The device appears aimed at rapid distribution of extinguishing agent.
Huntington W Va Feb 19 John Stuart former Ohio State pitcher has not signed his 1424 contract with the St Louis Cardinals He has been offered a raise but the amount is not as large as he believes he should receive.
Last night in Brooklyn Cannon Ball Ed die Martin defeated Buck Josephs by decision over six rounds. In Buffalo Rocky Kansas and Jack Bernstein fought to a draw over ten rounds. Milwaukee Pinklie Mitchell earned a newspaper decision over Lew Tendler in 19 rounds while Johnny Mendelsohn beat Joe Tiplit z in ten. Memphis Pat Moore defeated Johnny McCoy in eight rounds. Indianapolis Bud Taylor beat Sammy Noble in ten rounds. Columbus Frankie Bob Dayton defeated Phil O Dowd in twelve rounds.
Mike O Dowd of Columbus won on points over Young Roberts in eight rounds. Joe O Malley of Columbus achieved a fifth round knockdown then won a referee's decision in a six round bout with Tommy Lewis of Columbus. Elmer LaRue of Chicago was knocked out by Jack Kirk of Columbus in the second round of a scheduled four round bout.
GLOUSTER O Feb 19 For taking coal from the New York Central right of way where a car of coal had been dumped Joe Perry of near this city was fined 190 and costs in the court of Justice Dewland Monday afternoon Perry received the minimum fine Several others were implicated and warrants for their arrest will soon be issued Charges were filed by Grant Harbecker special officer for the New York Central Lines
Canada shines with Winnipeg’s Mrs Harold Hutchings setting two course records as she wintered in California posting a 77 at Del Monte and an 82 at Pebble Beach. Mrs. Jutcens advanced to the Canadian championship semi finals last summer.
By Billy Evans six players Tris Speaker Ty Cobb Harry Heilmann Eddie Collins Babe Ruth and Johnny Tobin are cited by Urban Shocker as the league’s most perceptive batters. Shocker notes each hitter’s weaknesses and how he exploits pitches while stressing a safety first approach against all opponents.
The Sunday Creek Coal Co. has purchased Monsarrat Mine No. 9 between Corning and Rendville and will develop it. Corning is becoming the center of operations for the company with offices for its executives and related agents.
Chicago reports Bill Barrett, noted for his hitting and erratic fieldwork, may shift from the outfield to shortstop this season. Barrett debuted with Connie Mack as a pitcher infielder, but Connie Mack moved him away from pitching. The White Sox may replace current shortstop McClellan, a strong fielder but not a power hitter, with Barrett to boost hitting.
Discussion on how top prospects need minor league seasoning or time on the bench to absorb major league ways. Case of Lefty O'Doul cited as an example of a potential big league wreck due to delayed major league competition. The piece contrasts views on rushing talent versus patient development within the Yankees era context.
The text notes O'Doul faced an immediate vote of confidence and was shocked by being relegated to the bench. The setback likely dented his confidence as he waited for his chance and playing time in the major leagues.
The passage notes that New York offered a regular berth to O'Doul if he proved capable but he failed to perform. After years on the bench he was traded to Boston in one of the many Yankees Red Sox deals.
The Pacific Coast League regards O'Doul as a top southpaw but his major league stint with the Yankees fell short. Before joining New York he won 25 games in 1921 and led the league in earned run efficiency, and he will team with Duffy Lewis at Salt Lake.
O'Doul expresses desire for another chance to play professional baseball after missing the big show. He believes a major league club will pay a high price to acquire him next season.
Pretty Mrs. Anna Mochko, 17, who had been missing from Youngstown Ohio for a week, was found safe in the city after searches of mines, shacks, and snowbound areas. She said she loves her husband but wants a home of their own away from her in laws.
Observers note no clear reason to ban long skirts as visibility remains limited and distant sight lines restrict judgment. The remark hints at uncertainty about fashion rules beyond the near future.
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