OBrien Purchases Toledo Ball Club in Record American Association Deal
On January 22 Joseph O'Brien of New York bought the Toledo baseball franchise with 534 of 759 shares sold. Reported price over 300000 dollars, funded by O'Brien and a few private friends. Roger Bresnahan retires as president receiving 150900 dollars for his holdings.
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Toledo
Joseph O'Brien
New York
American Association
New York Giants
O'Brien
Coaching Versus Material Determines Football Outcomes
The author argues football success hinges on coaching and personality, not just talent. A great coach can elevate limited material, while in baseball even top managers struggle without strong players. The Navy and Washington tie illustrated a coast rival's strength despite a weaker overall ranking.
Coast critics pick Washington to win by two touchdowns
Coast critics predicted Washington would win by two touchdowns while praising Navy for forcing a tie. They noted the major factor was coaching differences between Washington coached by Bob Folwell and Navy by Enoch Bagshaw, with Washington appearing stronger on the field but coached less effectively overall.
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Navy
Rem
Los Angeles
Bob Fol
Enoch Bagshaw
Schone Fer to meet Hoppe in world billiards title match
In Chicago tonight Jan 22 Jake Schone fer trails Willie Hoppe by 13 points as they begin the second block of 500 in a 1500 point match for the world championship at 182 backline billiards.
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Hoppe
Chicago
Jake Schonefer
Willie Hoppe
Red Faber Shines After Slump in City Series
Frank Chance believes Red Faber is in good form after six weeks of ailment. Faber recovered from a poor stretch and delivered a strong performance in the city series against the Cubs.
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Red Faber
Faber
Cubs
Witt May Retire From Yankees After Season
Whitey Witt, outfielder for the New York Yankees, is reported seriously considering quitting baseball. Witt has saved his money and would not need a benefit.
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Witt
Whitey Witt
New York Yankees
Epinard to Race Zev and Other U S Thoroughbreds
The article notes the French great Epinard is set to meet Zev and other notable American thoroughbreds in a match race in the United States, indicating a major international showdown in the American racing scene.
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Zev
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Hether
Pierre Wertheimer
Steve Donoghue
Papyrus
Donoghue
Wertheimer
Brainy catcher Ira Thomas and clever Coombs in World Series tale
Ira Thomas, former Connie Mack Athletics catcher and Shreveport manager, is praised for keen defense and game sense. The story recalls a World Series game where Thomas and Jack Coombs miscommunicated signals leading to a waste ball joke and a final strikeout.
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Connie Mack
Athletics
Shreveport
Ira
Thomas
Jack Lapp
Mack
Eddie Plank
Jack Coombs
Chief Bender
Jack Coorji
Coombs
Philadelphia
Jack
Gus Coombs
Maine
World Champion Girl Athlete
Helen Filkey, a Chicago high school girl under 16, is hailed as the world’s all round girl athlete by Tom Eck. She holds four world records and three American marks, including 16 feet 6 1/8 inches broad jump and 11.9 seconds for 100 yard dash, with hurdling and other events adding to her laurels.
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Tom Eck
University of Chicago
Helen Filkey
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Illinois Athletic Club
California
Quotable sports quips mix wit and wariness of fame
A parade of lighthearted takes on boxing prizes, golf and baseball figures. Jokes target Max Bear, Cy Young, Joe Beckett, and Walter Camp while poking at Olympic hopes and American politics. The column riffs on trends, talent, and public perception with sharp one liners.
Fisticuffs Roundup From Last Night's Card in Several Cities
In New York Sid Terris knocked out Johnny Lixsee in the seventh round. Joe Sousa beat Sammy Sable in a 12 round decision in New York. In Baltimore Kid Wolfe defeated Benny Schwartz in four rounds with a third round KO. In Pittsburgh Pancho Villa defeated Mike Moran in a 10 round bout. In Canton Jack Britton beat Fred Archer over ten rounds.
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Sid Terris
Johnny Lixsee
Joe Sousa
California
Sammy Sable
Baltimore
Kid Wolfe
Philadelphia
Benny Schwartz
Pittsburgh
Pancho Villa
Manila
Mike Moran
Canton
Jack Britton
Fred Archer
London
Star Has Eye Trouble For Pittsburg Pirates
Pie Traynor, star third baseman for Pittsburg, reportedly suffers a serious eye problem affecting his playing and condition.
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Pie Traynor
Pittsburg
McGraw Praises Bentley as a Big Winner This Year
McGraw credits Southpaw Jack Bentley with strong potential to win big this season. The coach praised Bentley's work ethic and form, predicting a standout year ahead.
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Bentley McGraw
Jack Bentley
Dempey Seeks Trade. Signs Phillies Deal Amid Hectic Notes
Fragmented timeline shows Dempey pushing for a Giants trade, threatening farming life, then signing a one year Phillies contract for 3500 dollars. The jagged telegrams mention salary demands, spring training, and public statements amid a chaotic sports page backdrop.
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Giants
McGraw
Blimpville
Donovans Heroic 17 Inning Stand Wins 1907 Pennant
The obituary recalls pitcher William F Donovan star of the Detroit Tigers 1907 season. He pitched all 17 innings in a dramatic 9 9 tie against Philadelphia aiding a pennant surge. Donovan’s 5 4 record led Detroit toward the AL title and he repeated pennants in 1908 and 1909 helping the Automobile City reach top honors.
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Bill’ Donovan
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Joe Wood
Athletics
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Umpire Hildebrand Fined by Brother Umpire Story
The article recalls George Hildebrand of the American League claiming the unique distinction of being fined by a fellow official, recounting a Pacific Coast League incident where Umpire Finney mistakenly fined him ten for a hard call as players protested. The tale ends with a lighthearted note on the stoppage and ensuing laughter.
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Billy Evans
George Hilderbrand
Finney
Los Angeles
Nebraska football coach post declined by Kansas coach
Charles Bachman ex Notre Dame star now at Kansas Agricultural College turned down a bid to succeed Jed Dawson as Nebraska coach. Dawson requests relief due to poor health while serving as athletic director and football coach, a job he has held during two Rockne era jinxes.
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Charles Bachman
Notre Dame
Kansas Agricultural College
Jed Dawson
Dawson
Knute ‘Rockne
Rockne
Britton Tops Archer In Ten Round Victory
Jack Britton, former world welterweight champion, out pointed European champion Fred Archer in a ten round bout at Canton city auditorium. Britton was the superior fighter from bell to bell.
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Canton
Jack ‘Britton
Fred Archer
England
Britton
Detroit Seeks Capable Second Sacker for Cobb
Amid uncertainty, Detroit aims to land a proven second baseman to support Cobb and bolster the infield for the coming season. The team eyes veteran arms and emerging talents to fill the role if a top option isn’t secured soon.
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White Sox Likely Hire Ed Walsh as Pitching Coach
Ed Walsh, famed pitcher of earlier eras, is expected to join the Chicago White Sox as a pitching coach for their young pitchers under manager Franc Chance.
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Ed Walsh
Franc Chance
Chicago White Sox
Nine Major Leagues Train in Florida This Spring
Florida will host nine of the 16 major league clubs for spring training within its borders. The move underscores the state’s favorable climate as teams prepare for the upcoming season.
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Florida
Lax Discipline Said to Split Gleason and Comiskey
Report cites lax discipline as the real reason for the rift between Kid Gleason former White Sox manager and owner Comiskey. The dispute centers on management style and authority within the club.
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Kid Gleason
White Sox
Comiskey
Maranville On Market As Pirates Report Trade Likely
Pittsburg is nearing a deal to trade Maranville before the season opener. The veteran infield must be moved to clear roster space and speed up a rebuild plan.
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Pittsburg
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