Ohio Track Schedule Signals Tough 1928 Season
Coach Herbert plans a demanding slate for Ohio cinder squad opening April 21 at the se relays in Columbus. The Buckeyes travel to Cincinnati for a triangular meet, host a Westerville dual, and participate in a Granville triangular with Ohio Wesleyan Dennison Muskingum. May 18 19 bring Miami and a six team Buckeye championship, ending with Wooster Ohio conference meet May 25 26. A captain election by track lettermen is set for tomorrow.
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Michigan Dominates Ohio State In Conference Win
Michigan outplayed Ohio State 41 to 21 at Yost Field House to claim a Western Conference victory. The win marked Michigan’s second straight conference win after losses to Northwestern and Wisconsin.
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Milas Shoun Joins Chicago Bruins As Seven-Foot-Two Star
Milas Shoun, Southern College standout, 7 feet 2 inches tall and 205 pounds, signed with the Chicago Bruins of the American Basketball League at age 22. He will debut against Cleveland Thursday. Shoun starred at Carson-Newman with three Southern titles and once scored 44 points for Emory and Henry. His brothers reach 6 feet 3 inches to 6 feet 9 inches. father is 6 feet 6 inches.
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Tex Rickard to meet Tunney on 1928 fight plans
Tex Rickard will travel to Miami tomorrow to confer with heavyweight champion Gene Tunney about plans for 1928. Tunney hinted in New York that he expects two bouts in 1928, one in June and another in September, with Rickard favoring a single championship bout in September.
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Gun battle in Somerset leaves chief wounded and man dead
In Somerset Kentucky on Sunday a pitched gun battle killed Perry Chumney 33 and wounded Police Chief Silas West who doctors fear may die. Bystander Mack Capron was lightly injured.
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Illini Triumph Over Wisconsin In Close Hoops Clash
How sinks a field goal for Illinois as the timekeeper fires, giving a 34 to 33 win over Wisconsin in Madison. The game stayed tight throughout, with the lead exchanging hands and the Badgers' unbeaten run halted.
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London to Host World Ice Skating Championships
The International Skating Union assigns the ladies and pairs championships to London for March 5 and 6 at the Ice Club. England received the ladies’ event at the National Skating Association’s request, with Sonja Henie and Frau Jaros Szabo anticipated to compete after last year’s controversial result in Oslo.
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Student robbed on trip near Gambier after ride
Police in Gambier and Mount Vernon sought the thief who robbed George Knecht, a Kenyon College student, Saturday night after Knecht accepted a ride from a man. Knecht was assaulted and relieved of valuables.
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Miners Aim to Keep New Pittsburg Mine Operating
The New Pittsburg company plans to withdraw from its local field but a cooperative plan may save the mines. Workers would operate the mine from February 1 paying royalties to the company and sharing any excess profits. Superintendent Jackson may stay on, and meetings were set for Dark Hollow and Forest Run to gauge wider viability.
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Setting New Style Here's the Old and the New in Basketball Costumes
A feature on evolving uniforms for girls basketball players contrasts traditional outfits with modern designs. It notes changes in fabric, fit, and color themes while citing school teams and local leagues adopting updated gear.
William Roush dies at 84 in Syracuse
William B. Roush 84, longtime Syracuse resident, dies of internal cancer. Son of pioneer Adam Rousone, he leaves three children in Syracuse and Emory in Portland, plus many relatives. His oil interests boosted county land values and his wife died six years earlier.
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Married Pomeroy Woman Weds Forest Ranger in Wyoming
Alice Howell daughter of Mr and Mrs W P Howell of Downington graduated from Ohio University in Athens then taught at Letart High School before illness. She recovered in Colorado Springs and later married W Orr a forest ranger now based in Lauder. They reside in Dubois Wyoming where she resumes teaching.
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Officers Clean Up Dry Law Violators in Meigs County
Sheriff Wil Joc and deputies with Prohibition Officer H A Lines led raids in Meigs county below Middleport. In Magistrate French's court yesterday William Lemley faced possession charges with 200 dollars fine and costs. George Wilson and Charles received intoxication related penalties.
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Pomeroy Flour Mill Operator Loff Jacobs Stricken
Loff Jacobs a longtime Pomeroy flour mill operator and former village councilman suffered a third paralytic stroke at his home on Lincoln Hill early yesterday. He remained unconscious through the day and his condition was reported as critical last night.
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Lula M Brown Seeks Divorce From Sterling M Brown
Lula M Brown filed for divorce from Sterling M Brown claiming abandonment. They wed in Pittsburgh in August 1915 and lived in Akron until January 5 1922 when he left and did not return.
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Beott and Coon Wed in Columbus Ceremony
News arrives of the marriage of Delbert D. Beott formerly of Meigs county to Dorathe B. Coon of Westerville Ohio. The couple wed December 21 1927 in the parsonage of Rev RK E Bickel pastor of the North M E church in Columbus.
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Potters Field for Dogdom Set Aside in Naylors Run
POMEROY January 17 Henry Seidenable county dog warden set aside a tract on his Potters property in Naylors Run for a county cemetery dedicated to housing fallen or stray dogs. Local officials approve the plan as a humane solution for the dog population.
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County Enforces Dog License Law Forcing Euthanizing Canines
County authorities apply a dog license statute mandating humane euthanasia for all licensed canines found in violation or deemed dangerous, enforcing penalties across the jurisdiction and triggering pet owner compliance efforts.
Veterans meet in Columbus with local delegates
Owen Rust and George Steiff, representing Middleport, traveled to Columbus for the New York Central railway Veterans association session. The event opens today and will close with a banquet this evening.
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Community Notes on Local Residents and Visits
Mrs. Otho Watts and Mrs. Frank Brumley have returned from McMillan hospital and are recovering well. N. Thompson left to join the E. D. Kenna at Huntington. The Shutt leworths travel to Murray City with periodic Kroger work visits. Lulu Mason visits Charleston to see grandson John Vrooman recovering from an operation. Walter Saunders and two daughters spent time in Nitro with relatives. Heath M E church Home Missionary society met to discuss routine tasks with hosts Mrs. Herbert Chambers, Mrs. R. W. Harris and Mrs. W. J. Forquer. Agnes Allensworth left for Columbus due to sister’s illness. Mrs. Ezra Zuspan from Maggie, with her daughter, visited here. James ey and family from Athens were in town with O. N ac family.
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Sure Way to Stop Night Coughing
An advertised remedy Thoxinhe claims to halt persistent night coughs within 15 minutes with one swallow. It promises a money back guarantee if it fails and urges use for sore throat as well. Available at druggists in 35c 60c and $1.06.
Training Impeded for Billy Barton Ahead of Grand National
Snow ice and frost have halted serious schooling of Billy Barton the American horse trained at Swindon for the Grand National. Trainer Hon Aubrey Hastings restricts work to light road exercise due to treacherous downs. Health is good and the Maryland candidate is expected to be fit by mid January for over sticks preparation and cross country fox hunting as key training.
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Athens High to Send 250 to Nelsonville Basketball Showdown
About 250 Athens High School students plan to attend the Friday night game as the Bulldogs face the Greyhounds in Nelsonville. Coach Harold Wise vows a tough fundamentals review at practice as reserves push the regulars for spots, with Cecil Burroughs highlighted as a quick passer and shooter.
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Woman stabbed dies after January quarrel in home
Mattie Caffey aged 37 died from stab wounds suffered January 2 after a quarrel in her home. Police report the assailant has not been captured.
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Belanger Wins Canadian Light Heavy Title in Winnipeg
In Winnipeg Charley Belanger defeated Harry Dillon by decision to claim the Canadian light heavyweight championship. Promoter Jack Cancilda plans to match Belanger with Tommy Loughran or Jimmy Slattery. In Little Rock Milton Mangana defeated Eddie Wolfe by decision in a featherweight contest.
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Kid) Wolfe
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Davies Outpoints Peters in Chicago Boxing Bout
Willie Davies of Chicago defeated Ernie Peters of Chicago by decisive points in ten rounds at a Chicago venue, securing a clear victory.
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Thistledown Boss Outlines Parimutuel Plan
John M. McMillen, president of Thistledown race track, proposes pari mutuel machines at tracks without legal violations. He aims to form a 3000 member association at ten dollars per member to lease a racing stable and fund purses, with members sharing in winnings as dividends.
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Wilmington Star Player Weimer signs Pirates contract for 1928
Howard Chuck Weimer star of Wilmington college football baseball and basketball signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates for 1928. The deal reportedly farms him to the Pirates minor league camp in Charleston South Atlantic league.
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Chuck” Weimer
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Ohio State Faces Northwestern Invasion This Thursday
Columbus notes Ohio State basketball drills hard as Northwestern visit looms. Coach Olsen has not announced the starting lineup.
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Barbeton Man Shot After Burglary Attempt
A man identified as 44 year old Harry Rice, known as Barberton's petticoat thief, died of gunshot wounds in a hospital after Patrolman W T Daugherty shot him when found attempting to break into a silk lingerie shop. Burglars had raided local homes, taking only silk underwear and related apparel.
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Ohio Team Prepares for Centre College Visit Thursday
Ohio's Grover says the squad, after a clean 9 fouls to 27 against Wesleyan, will drill today and tomorrow to refine fundamentals for the Centre College game Thursday. Officials await word on Centre's lineup while Grover promises hard clean defense and cautious play to keep the Buckeyes competitive.
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Weimer Signs with Pirates Farm Plan in 1928
Wilmington College star Howard Weimer a three sport athlete agreed to a Pirates contract. A scout signed him for a minor league stint in 1928 at Charleston in the South Atlantic League. Weimer, a third baseman, earned notice with Greenfield in the K I O league last summer.
Dempsey Hesitates on Return Fight in New York
Jack Dempsey, former heavyweight champion, questions returning to boxing in June if he can regain form and receive financial support. Reports cite possible bouts in New York against Tunney, Sharkey, Heeney, or Risko at Madison Square Garden within 90 days.
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Indiana Beats Chicago 35-12 in Big Ten Showdown
Indiana romped to a 35-12 victory over Chicago for its second Big Ten win. The Hoosiers jumped to an early lead and held Chicago defenseless through the first half, which ended 18 to 2. Indiana extended the margin to 26 to 4 before sending in its reserves.
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