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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1926

Page

2

Denison Leads Buckeye Association Pace Before Saturday Clash

Denison University sits undefeated in the Buckeye A A after two weeks of games, opening with a 28–24 win over Cincinnati and a 45–24 triumph at Granville. Ohio University trails, having gone 2–1, with Denison and Ohio meeting in Granville this Saturday to decide first place.

Rome Buckeye, Athletics Association Denison University B.sa. A Denison Inoes Ohio University of Cincinnati Miami University Ohio Wesleyan Ohio University Wittenberg Wesleyan Delaware Ohio Miami Granville Cincinnati Buckeye Association Buckeye A. A Grovermen Ohioans Big Red Buckeye

Syracuse Looks Strong On Court This Season

Syracuse University basketball team opens the season with promise as Coach Pennsylvanian era outfits contrast. The Orange field a competitive squad likely to challenge rivals on the hardwood this year. Weather and quirks aside, the squad appears ready for action.

Syracuse Byarcuse University Pennsylvania Orange

Reds Rebuild with Wally Pipp Aimed at NL Race

Cincinnati seeks a sharp infield with Wally Pipp at first and Cruz at second while Emmert and Pinelli handle short and third. Critz bats .277, and the Reds hope a better first baseman unlocks Cruz and the defense. The move stirs the whole National League as Frank Frisch’s Cardinals face renewed competition.

Wally Pipp Reds Huike Hudgens Pipp Cincinnati Cruz Emmert Pinelli Vinelli Seattle Rhyne Pittsburgh San Francisco Caveney Adams Chicago Aise Critz Frank Frisch

Zuppke Praises Grange Bears Yet Criticizes Blocking

Long Beach feedback cites Rea Grange star for cash in Chicago Bears debut. Illinois coach Bob Zuppke, watching the game, says Grange’s Bears compare to top college teams but suffer from weak blocking, a key element he deems vital in football.

Long Beach Cal Rea” Grange Cash Grange University of Illinois Bob Zuppke Chicago Bears

Intriguing Blue Denim Shirt Reveals Hidden Wood Texture

A quirky line notes how a blue denim shirt contrasts with a visible thick hardwood under a tougee. The description hints at craftsmanship and a moment of tactile detail.

Heart of Nomi

Judge Landis Sees No Hope For M Connell

Judge Landis in San Francisco as guest of Cal Ewing says he sees little chance of reinstating Jimmy O Connell former Giants star outfielder suspended for attempting to bribe a player on an opposing team.

San Francisco Judge Landis Cal Ewing Oakland Club Jimmy O'Connell New York Giants O'Connell

Mullins Seeks Back Pay as Dempsey Wills Fight Plans Stumble

The piece notes Paddy Mullins seeks the second installment of preliminary advance money for the Dempsey Wills bout proposed for this year. Mullins signed for Wills to fight in ten rounds without a decision and reportedly was to be paid twenty five thousand dollars on signing and another sum later. It questions whether Mullins received the initial payment and mentions Mullins probing for opponents to boost the event.

New York Floyd Fitzsimmons Niles Michigan Paddy Mullins Paddy Mullins Wills Dempsey Trishman Weinert Floyd Johnson Jack Renault Jack Sharkey Joe Hughes Joe San Juan Hill Harry

Harris to Remain Washington Leader for 1926 Pennant Run

New York dispatch reports Stanley Harris plans few changes in Washington club for 1926. Key players eyed include Ruthless Johnson and Coveleskie with Veach, Peckinpaugh, Bluege and Harris back in the infield, Goslin and Rice in the outfield, and Joe Harris seeing time at right field while efforts to develop a new regular from Jeanes, McNeely, Archdeacon continue.

New York Stanley Harris Washington Senators Washington Ball Club Roger Peckinpaugh Joe Judge Harris Tom Zachary Spencer Adams Joe Bush Browns Everett Scott Bobby Veach Allan Russell Nemo” Seibold Johnson Coveleskie Ruether Ferguson Ogden Marberry Ballou Jude Stanley Harris Peckinpaugh Bluege Shirley Adam Myer Joe Harris Ruel Severeid Goslin Rice Jeanes McNeely Archdeacon Veckinpaugh Peck Walter Johnson

Hamden Teams Fall and Win at Wellston Saturday

The Hamden girls lost to Wellston 15 9 with a rough foul filled second half. Hamden boys won 18 to by overcoming shooting luck as Craig led scoring and Bobo with Craig in guard roles. Petersburg boys set to visit Hamden next Friday night.

Hamden Hamden High School Wellston Wellston Girls Hamden Boys Wellston High School Frank Bobo Craig Murphy Petersburg Scioto Township School Auditorium

Fencer Wounded When Foil Snaps at Club Meet

Paul Bencoe of the New York Athletic Club was stabbed by a foil fragment when an opponent's weapon broke during a fencing competition at the fencer's club. The punctured lung left him gravely injured with a risk of death. George Pardigan, another club fencer, was the opponent involved in the accident.

New York Paul Bencoe New York Athletic Club Bencoe George Pardigan

Illini Cagers Rally to Edge Michigan in Tight Big Ten Tilt

In Ann Arbor Illinois defeated Michigan 31 to 29 in a hard fought Western Conference game. The Illini victory knits the standings, creating a six way tie in the Big Ten.

Ann Arbor Mich University of Illinois Michigan Illini Illinois

Boston Braves and Red Sox Enforce Health Checks

Boston the Braves and Red Sox require all players to have teeth and tonsils examined before reporting for spring practice. The clubs believe good health is essential for peak performance this season.

New York Boston Braves Red Sox

John Carroll Faces Capital This Friday in Cleveland

Capital University, fresh from beating Western Reserve, travels to Cleveland to meet John Carroll on Friday night. Lutherans vs John Carroll also on the schedule, promising strong fan interest.

John Carroll Capital Columbus Capital University Victor Western Reserve Cleveland Lutherans

Corbett’s Ring Chances Ruined in First Round

Cleveland featherweight Corbett suffered a knockout setback in Philadelphia last night as Benny Toss sent him to dreamland in the first round of a 12 frame schedule.

Corbett Cleveland al Corbett Benny Toss Philadelphia Dreamland

Finland's Ice Champion Suffers Second Defeat in U.S.

Finland's Olympic skating champion Charley Thunberg lost again in New York as Joe Moore of New York and Charles Gorman of Canada won a three corner race. Thunberg finished third in the event, marking his second defeat in this country.

New York Finland Charley Thunberg Joe Moore Charles Gorman Canada

American bike men lead in six day races

Berlin MacNamara and Horan head America's six day cycle team during the ninety seventh hour with 1555 980 yards and 201 points. Second place racers trail with 195 points.

Berlin MacNamara Horan America

Toledo Bowling Tourney Draws 2250 Teams

More than 2250 line teams entered Toledo's annual bowling tournament from March 6 to April 5. The American Bowling Congress event is expected to list prizes totaling about 25 660 dollars and may reach 25 000.

Toledo

Harry Wilson Shines in Football and Basketball Roles

Harry Wilson stars on the West Point football team as a halfback in fall games and plays guard for the basketball quintet in winter. He excels whether running an end or tossing a goal and is regarded among the top players in both sports in the East.

Ere University of Iowa McConnell Hawkeyes Big Ten van Deusen Iowa Arry Wilson West Point Harry

Smith Aims for Major Golf Title After Texas Open Victory

MacDonald Smith, hailed as 1925’s greatest amateur golfer, begins another campaign after beating Bobby Cruickshank to win the Texas Open. The 46 year old Scot, part of the famed Smith golf family, recalls near misses at the American and British Opens and vows to capture at least one major this season despite past setbacks.

San Antonio Texas MacDonald Smith Bobby Cruickshank Smith Smith Golf Family Scotland Bobby Jones

Science teacher faces charge over eye injury claim

In Pomeroy on January 19, science teacher E. E. Snyder is accused of striking student Geno Pierotti in the eye during biology class. Pierotti's eye was badly disfigured, and the boy's father plans to file charges while classmates report the incident and intervening actions.

Pomeroy E. E. Snyder Geno Pilerotti Pierotti

Indiana Woman Injured Near Locomotive Bridge

Mrs. Awada Carwill of Hartford City Indiana was brought to Dr E F Maag for medical attention after a bus struck her near the lo bridge. She suffered several broken bones while traveling to Wheeling West Virginia to visit a son confined in a hospital.

Middleport Awada Carwill Hartford City Ind E. F. Maag Lo Bridge

Mrs Darst Stricken With Pneumonia At Logan Lodge

Mrs Claude Darst state organizer of the Daughters of America was stricken with pneumonia while attending the Logan lodge. She was taken to the Ambrose hotel at Logan for treatment and later returned home to Pomeroy where she is much improved after medical aid.

Pomeroy Claude Darst The Daughters of America Logan Lodge Ambrose Logan

Delphian Society Publishes Persia Discussion at Library

The Delphian society held its regular meeting at the local library last evening in Middleport. The topic under discussion was Media Persia and a very interesting session was reported.

Middleport Delphian Society Media Persia

Release of Lennie Frost in Geyer Office Robbery Case

Lennie Frost, held in Pomeroy over the D. Geyer office robbery, is released as there is insufficient evidence to hold him. The case now rests on the lack of corroborating facts and ongoing investigation.

Pomeroy Lennie Frost D. Geyer

Legion Auxiliary Holds Bimonthly Meeting In Port

Middleport residents report a large turnout at the American Legion auxiliary bimonthly meeting hosted by Mrs. Robert Barnes last evening.

Middleport American Legion Auxiliary Robert Barnes

Miller Couple Leave for Week-Long Visit

Mr and Mrs R A Miller departed yesterday for a week long visit to Co. surroundings with plans to tour regional sites and return by week’s end.

Middleport R. A. Miller

Mrs. Ella M. Brooks to be buried at Beech Grove

The body of Mrs. Ella M. Brooks, who died in Portsmouth, will arrive in Pomeroy Wednesday evening and be taken to the city homestead. Funeral services are set for Thursday at 2 p.m. at the residence with burial in Beech Grove cemetery. She was raised in Meigs county and leaves three sons J B Brooks C W Brooks of Portsmouth and Harry of Marietta, plus brother W L Hysell of Thomas Fork.

W. L. Hysell Thomas Fork Mr. Hysell

Mrs Bennett Breaks Finger In Columbus Visit

Harry Bennett visiting Columbus described Mrs Bennett catching on her attire and later finding a torn finger ligament and a broken small bone fragment. A doctor confirmed the injury prevented finger straightening.

Middleport Harry Bennett Columbus

Pomeroy Briefs From Pomeroy Bend Notebook

Fiora Batley of Bradbury stays with his daughter Mrs Have ry Rice and family here. Mrs James Clifford improving at home on Butternut avenue. Mrs Dana Lloyd and Anna Jane back from Medfield to visit her ill father. Laura Pelley state school auditor arrived from Athens on business. Elsie Entsminger due from Albuquerque to visit Middleport relatives. Dr H L Crary a business visitor at Huntington yesterday. Everett Reeves out of school due to illness. Ailes Malone ill at home on East Main Street.

Pomeroy Bend Fiora Batley Bradbury Havery Rice James Clifford Butternut Aveenue Dana Lioyd Anna Jane Medfield Edwin Stannard Laura Pelley Athens Elsie Entsminger Albuquerque New Mexico Visi Richard Entsminger Middleport H. L. Crary Huntington Everett Reeves Ailese Malone East Matin Street

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