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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1924
Page
2
Fragmentary notes show a four story building project facing rising costs for building materials. The report cites higher prices and budgeting concerns impacting the timeline and viability of the development.
As Billy Sullivan neared the passing out stage the Chicago club bought a diminutive catcher Ray Schalk from the Milwaukee club of the American Association. The question remains whether he would be chosen to catch Walsh.
In New York a power struggle between Tex Rickard and Tom O Rourke threatens boxing’s future. The combatants clash over alleged league ties to the Dempsey fight as the New York State Athletic Commission prepares to hear the case. A ruling could save or doom the sport’s million dollar purses.
A young lefty named Tommy Long, who went 21 7 with Mobile in the Southern Association last year, joins the Brooklyn Nationals with high hopes. He relies on a submarine delivery modeled after Carl Mays and never throws a curve ball, aiming to develop into a stable pitching asset.
Delaware Ohio February 25. Choice Wesleyan university will host the Central Ohio district basketball tournament February 29 and March 1. Cups will go to winners and runners up in Class A and Class B. Gold basketballs awarded to members of winning teams. An all district first and second team will be picked for both classes and announced after the meet.
Buenos Aires February 26 Wuis rpo scored a fifth round knockout over Erminio Spalla the European heavyweight champion and will meet him again on March 7. Farmer Lodge American boxer was knocked down repeatedly and unable to rise as the crowd of 60 600 watched. Lodge showed fight but failed to land decisive blows while Firpo earned a strong reception among his Argentine fans after his dramatic victory.
Bobby Jones, star third baseman for the Detroit Tigers, is praised for potential greatness but hampered by injuries. He misses games up to six times yearly, keeping his impact inconsistent.
Jimmy Austin will replace Lefty Field as first lieutenant to George Sisler the Browns new manager. Austin is expected to handle most coaching duties for the St. Louis team alongside Sisler.
College leagues struggle to hire satisfactory umpires matching majors and minors. Harvard and Princeton push to form regular crews with rotating assignments similar to league umpires. Writer Wins Tourney. Bernard Darwin, British golfer, gains a notable victory near Tobey and E W Holder, ex national champions. Lollywood reports a Ruthian disaster hits the film industry with calm public reaction. The franc drops after Colombia's near recession amid optimistic forecasts.
The Yankee Football team expands to full strength with Hinkey Haines Mike Gazella and L J Urban among new signings. Lou Gehrig and Harvey Hendricks join the fold as rookies depart for New Orleans February 29 to form the first battalion under Corporal Barrow.
Francois Descamps, manager of Georges Carpentier, has assembled a stable to bring to America this summer. He says two of his new charges are top stars: Paul Fritsch, a lightweight and Olympic veteran, and Johnny Sullivan, a welterweight from London with Irish roots whom Descamps predicts as a great puncher.
Cubs deal with infield turmoil as shortstop Hollacher refuses to report over salary dispute and ailing second baseman worsens roster health weeks before opening.
In a sun lit Washington game Bill Hogan of St Louis ducked his head to shield his eyes as a sky high drive struck him and caromed to Bert Shotton in left field. Shotton caught and threw to the plate for Hogan an unlikely assist amid laughter as fans shouted that phrase.
Alfred Jordan former world and British champion checker player touring the United States played several matches with local experts in Columbus Georgia. He left for St. Petersburg Florida to compete in the open checker tournament later this month.
Allan Russell, once the American League iron man in relief, seeks a regular starting role with the Washington club. He believes his arm is back and says he can win 15 games, possibly 20, if given a chance to start. He cites recovery from a physical breakdown and improved control of his deceptive fastball.
The Cleveland star Stanley Coveleskie says he can win 20 games next season without longtime catcher Steve O Neill, who will join Boston. The piece notes famous pitcher catcher splits, citing Walter Johnson and Gabby Street as examples and arguing no replacement matches the regular battery.
The record notes that John Henry and Eddie Char(r)ity were regarded as fine catchers, but neither could efficiently handle Walter Johnson's pitching during their time with the Washington club.
The passage discusses Ed Walsh and Billy Sullivan as a battery and notes Eddie McFarland, a capable catcher, struggled to handle Walsh's deceptive spit ball. It implies McFarland's era on the Chicago club and hints Sullivan's eventual exit from the big leagues.
A California trend shows bathers using waterproof cases like Bonnie Becker’s to smoke after swimming. The cases also serve as receptacles for money or jewelry, enabling beachgoers to enjoy a few puffs and keep valuables safe.
Skeptics doubted Schalk could replace Sullivan. His lack of size was cited as a fault, yet Schalk proved capable catching Walsh. The pitcher remained highly effective with Schalk behind the plate, and no catcher is said to have managed him better.
The writer questions Grover Coveleskie's certainty about not missing catcher O Neill while noting at length his uncertain spitball approach. The piece hints that Coveleskie may recall Smiling Steve fondly as he adapts to new catching cues.
Gene Tunney the light heavyweight contender continues gradual improvement but is not a knockout artist. In a recent bout he faced veteran Marty Burke and could not finish the fight, illustrating ongoing development without decisive power.
Babe Ruth says he expects to shed 20 pounds in three weeks at Hot Springs, signaling that farm life agrees with the Bambino.
Frank Chance praises Charley Robertson as a great pitcher and odds him to lift the White Sox into the first division. The veteran recalls Robertson’s no run no hit game against Detroit two years ago while noting last season’s salary dispute and lack of heart in work.
The column teases sports moves and scandals from Heisman shifting to Texas, Roush signing with the Reds, Tex Rickard accused, and Dempsey fights. It notes National League travel miles, Battling Siki’s arrest, and chess masters meeting next month, with satirical takes on sports and public figures.
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