Tex Rickard Life Story Promoter of Boxing Fame
Tex Rickard known as George Lewis Rickard rose from Kansas and Texas ranch life to become a legendary fight promoter. Born January 2 1870 in the White Church area near Kansas City he earned the nickname Tex after a Klondike era exchange. He rode cattle across the plains and as a youth dodged robberies while gathering early experiences that shaped his career in showmanship. He later served as Henrietta Texas city marshal and built a footprint that led to vast boxing fame.
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Harvard Star George Owen Goes Pro With Bruins
George Owen, Harvard's famed athlete and likely the era’s top college hockey player after Hobey Baker, signed a one year contract with the Boston Bruins. He will remain tied to the Boston investment firm he joined after graduating in 1923. Owen had spurned four earlier offers and missed his pro debut against the Toronto Maple Leafs due to grippe.
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Muskingum Defeats Marietta 28 27 in Ohio Conference Battle
New Concord Muskingum edged Marietta 28 to 27 on the high school floor as Bible and DeConagha led Muskingum while Penrose sparked Marietta in the final seconds. Marietta trailed 21 13 at halftime but limited Muskingum to three field goals in the second half.
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Akron welterweight Gorilla Jones scores quick knockout
In Cleveland on January 9 Gorilla Jones of Akron needed only one minute of a scheduled 10 round bout to KO Arturo Shackles of Belgium. Armando Shackles, Arturos lightweight brother, drew with Joey Kauffman of New York in a one round semi final.
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Shooting techniques for basketball by University of Pittsburgh coach
The guide outlines core basketball shooting methods stressing two handed chest level shots and one handed under basket shots. It advises practicing with relaxed muscles and confidence, starting with close shots then extending distance, and includes tips on bank shots, lobs, and solitaire practice with dribbling fake passes.
Spradling Returns Strengthen Iowa Hoops Team
Iowa basketball gains boost as Robert Spradling the sophomore sharpshooter returns from a sprained ankle sidelined for the Ohio State game last week. Indianapolis club plans fifteen spring training games with Sarasota Florida as headquarters for the session.
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McAuliffe Switches to Manager Role for Farrell Fight
Former lightweight champion Jack Mc Auliffe now manages Marty Farrell and will saddle him against Jimmy Creiger in a six round bout at St. Nicholas Arena on Monday night in New York.
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Sixteen Teams Form for Six Day Bicycle Race at Kingsbridge Armory
Sixteen teams with 32 riders from seven nations are formed to compete in the six day bicycle race starting Sunday night at the Kingsbridge Armory in New York.
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Oklahoma U Clears Aggies 51 16 In Sooner Showdown
Stillwater Okla Oklahoma University basketball held Oklahoma A&M to five field goals in a 51 to 16 victory. Center Shearer led OU scoring with six baskets as the Sooners dominated on the boards and in the paint.
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Regis College Student Beats World Junior Champ in Denver Bout
Eddie Mack of Regis College defeated Ted Morgan the world junior lightweight champion by a judges decision in ten rounds. Morgan’s title remained vacant as Mack weighed over the lightweight limit.
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Griffin Knocks Out Gemas In Second Round Heavyweight Bout
Chicago reports Tuffy Griffiths of Sioux City earned recognition as a slugger by stopping George Gemas in the second round of a ten round heavyweight fight last night.
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Norman Ross Vows Winter Swim Plan To Beat Cold Water
Chicago January 9 Norman Ross legendary aquatic star begins a winter campaign to conquer cold water. Each morning he dives into Lake Michigan and swims a quarter of a mile as he recovers from last year’sToronto swim setback. He aims to surmount the handicap that icy water presents to marathon swimmers and to improve his chances in the next major race.
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Ohio Cage Men to Meet Marietta Couriers
A correction notes the Ohio cage men will play the Marietta couriers on Thursday at 8 in the Ohio gym. Season tickets for eight home games are $3.50 at the Men's gymnasium, while tickets for the Marietta game are 76 cents.
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Golfers swarm Los Angeles courses for Open preview
Los Angeles Open previews draw a wide field with about 300 players across six courses for 36 hole qualifying. Top entries include Walter Hagen MacDonald Smith Leo Diegel George Von Elm Horton Smith with Espinosa Armour and others favored to contend as 74 qualifiers emerge to challenge the Riviera layout.
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Purdue Victor Chicago In Low-Scoring City Game
Purdue center Murphy starred with eleven field goals and three free throws to power a 38-26 victory over the University of Chicago in a hard fought basketball showdown played at night.
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Northwestern to duel Purdue after Central A A U trials
Northwestern University's swimming team will compete in Central Amateur Athletic Union trials Thursday night and then enter a dual meet with Purdue on Saturday.
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Illinois Springs Surprise in Big Ten Clash
Illinois defeated Indiana 20 to 16 in a Big Ten basketball game. Indiana struggled at the line, making only four of eleven free throw attempts.
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Kallio and Parelli to Clash Friday in Chicago
Good Mat card features middleweight wrestlers A R GUS Kallio and Joe Parelli meeting in Chicago on Friday with anticipated competitive display and possible title implications.
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Thil Wins French Title in Easy 12 Round Victory
Marcel Thil, middleweight champion, retained his French title with a decisive 12 round victory over Ivan Laffineur in Paris last night.
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Famed Dolly Sister Jenny Dolly Stricken in Paris
Jenny Dolly of the Dolly sisters is seriously ill in Paris with appendicitis. Doctors forbid immediate operation fearing impact on her heart.
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Hard Luck Hits Ohio Court Season With Three Sidelined
Ohio University basketball opens the season with only two varsity holdovers in practice. Three players Koterba Warshower Williams are out sick or injured, prompting lineup changes with Swackhamer Burkholder Brammer and Hart in key spots. Coach Grover adds Woolweaver to practice as a potential call-up.
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Cincinnati to Battle Miami in Buckeye Showdown
Miami University travels to Oxford to face the Cincinnati Bearcats in the Buckeye game, with Miami entering as the underdog amid injuries and sickness mounting for Oxford. Star guard Champ Richardson faces season-long absence and Lee Hindman struggles with condition, limiting Oxford’s lineup after a close win over Georgetown.
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Giants complete coaching staff with Schalk Niehoff signings
New York Giants announce the 1929 board of strategy is complete after officials receive signed contracts from Ray Schalk and Bert Niehoff. Schalk and Niehoff join John J. McGraw’s staff to replace Roger Breshnahan and Hans Lobert. Niehoff is a former manager of the Atlanta Southern League club.
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Orioles sale stalls as offers fall short this year
Journal notes that Baltimore Orioles may not sell this year as bids fail to meet expectations. Howard Crook meets billiard champion of Baltimore while his brother Clarence challenges him. Southern papers mock Stribling. Western Conference basketball players scout each other and reporters crowd the press. Ohio State declines to hire a football coach out of gate. several big names also pass on the job.
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Pirates Edge Blackhawks In Overtime 1–0
Pittsburgh Pirates beat Chicago Blackhawks 1 to 0 in overtime to pull even with Ottawa Senators for eighth in the NHL. A late Ottawa-Maroons game tied Montreal on a long shot by George Boucher. Boston, led by Harry Oliver, defeated Toronto 6 to 2 at Boston.
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Dempsey Returns to New York After Tex Rickard’s Death
Grief torn and weary Jack Dempsey arrives in New York from Miami Beach with Tex Rickard’s body to work on plans for his career this year. He will attend the funeral of Rickard and prepare for a February 27 heavyweight title bout proposed by Rickard between Jack Sharkey and Young Stribling at Miami Beach. Dempsey aims to announce his own plans before leaving for Florida. Mrs Rickard likely will return to Florida for a rest.
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Northwestern Captain Walter Holmer May Coach Freshmen
Walter Holmer, Northwestern captain and fullback this year, may return to his alma mater to coach the freshman team next fall. He is linked with potential duties and guidance for incoming players.
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