Ohio vs Oberlin in pivotal early season clash
Ohio faces Oberlin College in a key conference battle at Ohio gymnasium. Coach Grover relies on Herron Chaffer and Wright to counter Oberlin defense while Woodruff Bonner or King Brinning fill guard spots. Referee Dave Reese to oversee the 7:45 PM tip, with a large crowd anticipated.
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Athens
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Herron
Chaffer
Wright
Oberlin
Ohio
Woodruff
Bonner
King and Brinning
Freshan
Northern College
Boner-Brinning
Foure Ccciess
Woodruff-King
Dave Reese
Cincinnati
Nebraska Coach Suffers Nervous Breakdown Reported
The bulletin notes Joe Williams, Nebraska football coach, suffers a nervous breakdown while Rockne of Notre Dame hopes it is nothing serious. An expert cites Fred Multon’s two recent knockout wins as a contrast to the Hollywood film crowd’s absence from Olympic pistol team selection.
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Rockne
Notre Dame
L. A
Fred Multon
Noted Columns and Quips From a Curious Local Page
A collage of satirical lines and asides touches on Young Bob Simmons resembling his father, ski jumpers’ weather, talking dolls, hungry players, and a joke about the lost tribe of Israel in relation to middleweight lineups. The tone is breezy, opinionated, and ready for spring sports chatter.
Marriage of Coveleskie Inspires Subtle Headlines
The text notes that headline writers did not cry Cupid Bags Big League Stars for Coveleskie's marriage, a remark on the press not highlighting the union with a grand sports style. It reflects a quiet treatment rather than sensational editorial framing.
Gene Tunney’s Paradox: Champion Who Never Fights
A provocative note asserts Gene Tunney lives cleanly never smoking drinking or swearing and, as a champion, never fights. The remark contrasts public image with boxing realities and hints at a broader skepticism about athlete conduct.
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Gene Tunney
Girls Show Strong Form On Basketball Courts This Winter
The report notes improved play across the season with girls displaying sharper skills and greater court presence in winter basketball.
Local Schools Begin City Basketball Championship Quest
Seven local schools start their annual race for the city basketball title next Saturday at the Coloseum at the state fair grounds.
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Columbus
Ruth Not Affected Yankees Deny 1924 Contract Request
New York January 16 officials of the New York Yankees denied Babe Ruth asked to scrap his current contract and offered only a few figures for the 1924 season.
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Ruth
New York
New York Yankees Today
Babe Ruth
Montreal Fight Result Reno Renault Beats White in Eight
Jack Renault of Canada won a decision over Joe White of Alabama in an eight round boxing bout held in Montreal last night.
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Montreal
Jack Renault
Canada
Joe White
Alabama
Hump Tanner Faces Uncertain Pro Football Future
The article recalls Hump Tanner, star Cleveland football back, and notes he may not return to the upcoming pro squad. Sammy Deutsch praises him with a backhanded compliment, reflecting Tanner's sarcastic temper and uncertain status for next fall.
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Cleveland
Hump Tanner
Centre College
Aeveland
Tanner
Sammy Deutsch
Rickard and Boxing Clash in New York Politics
Tex Rickard faces political pressure as New York lawmakers push a seven dollar cap on future championship fights. Proponents say the limit could end Rickard’s spectacular boxing era, while promoters plot counter moves to keep his title bouts alive.
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Tex Rickard
Tex
Jack London
Texas
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Faro
Goldfield
South America
Lickard
New York
Rey
Nevada
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U. N.S
Tom Gibbons
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Eddie Kane
Gibbons
Tex Hickard
Gene Tunney
Carpentier
Thomas
Tunney
Garden
Kane
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Tunny
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Greb
Renault
Dempsey
Ruth Named American League's Most Valuable Player
Ruth was the unanimous choice as the premier ball player in the American League for last year. The Yankee star, famed for power, also emerged as a complete player, while Tris Speaker of the Cleveland Indians is praised for his managerial method and disciplined handling of his roster.
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Babe Ruth
Tris Speaker
Cleveland Indians
Speaker
Remark on His Contested Batting Style and Effort
The quote analyzes a player who commits to aggressive hitting and constant effort, whether his swing is a weak tap or a driving attack. It reflects a belief that relentless pursuit defines his approach at the plate.
Tris Speaker Praises Ruth as Top Ball Player
Speaker praises Ruth as one of the greatest ball players. He notes Ruth’s flawless defense and key fielding shifts that helped beat Cleveland, calling him a home run king and star outfielder.
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Speaker
Cleveland
Indian Chief Matoquah Knocks Out Fierro in Cuba Bout
Havana reports Chief Matoquah of Oklahoma defeats Antonio Fierro of Cuba with a second round knockout in a boxing match held in Havana.
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Havana
Matoquah
Antonio Fierro
Cuba
Hoppe Faces Cochran in 500-Point Billiard Showdown
Willie Hoppe the 18.2 balkline billiards champion challenges Welker Cochran from the Pacific coast in a three-night match. The first 500-point block starts tonight, with a second tomorrow and a final 500 tonight. Their New York tie and Chicago playoff set the stage for a dramatic title defense.
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Maas
Willie Hoppe
Balkline Billardist
Welker Cochran
Cochran
Hoppe
New York
Chicago
Frush Plans Return to America After Winning Streak
Danny Frush, now in London, plans to return to the United States before spring to pursue the featherweight title. He recalls a knockout by Johnny Dundee and blames Johnny Kilbane for a foul, insisting he could have beaten Kilbane. Frush aims for a Dundee rematch once stateside.
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London
Danny Frush
Frush
Johnny Dundee
Johnny Kilbane
Dundee
States
Flush
Flash
America
Stuffy McInnis Nets First Hole in One at Essex CC
Braves star Stuffy McInnis aces the 180 yard fourth hole at Essex Country Club with a spoon. It was his first hole-in-one.
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Essex Country Club
Stuffy McInnis
The
Braves
McInnis
O Hearn Returns to Action for Yale Hockey Team
Charley O Hearn Yale’s versatile athlete returns to the ice after a cracked ankle sidelined him in football. He led the Blue in a recent win against the Cleveland collegians, signaling potential stardom had he remained healthy last season.
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Charley O' Hearn
Yale
O'Hearn
Cleveland Collegians
Michigan Captain Banished For Stutter In Game
Captain Howard Hirks of the University of Michigan basketball team was fouled out after stuttering in a confrontation with the referee during a game against Louisville. The official called four personal fouls, excluding Hirks from the contest. Harv Kipke will handle on floor communication going forward.
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Howard Hirks
University of Michigan
Louisville
Hirks
Birks
Harv Kipke
Steubenville Five Aims High in Strong Season Outlook
Fotinahew high school coach Swee nay leads a standout Five with players Carey Weeda Hagberg Tinson and Rogers. The team hopes to surpass last year when they reached the state finals in Cortland and canfield on January 11 and February 15.
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Steubenville
O. Jan
B. Carey
J. Weeda
Hagberg
Tinson
Rogers
Sweenay
Fotinahew High
Ruck
Hannen
Alamei
Cortland
Canfield
Newton ‘Palla
East Datestina
McDonald
East Manestine
Beb
Howellville
NSEL
Youngstown Opens Season With Five Returnees
Youngstown at Habard High School under coach Drury aims for a strong season as five regulars return from last year’s squad and the cagers have already defeated an early opponent.
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Jan
Drury
Habard High School
Cagers
Akron Five at Work Faces Openers After Holiday Break
Akron North High's page team is back at Harris School Gym preparing for the season opener next Friday. Coach Vincent says the late session has improved teamwork and readiness after holiday practice disruptions.
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North High
Harris School
Vincent
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