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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1926

Page

6

Americans Face Homegrown Rivalry in National Open

The 1926 National Open at Scioto Country Club in Columbus centers on an all American field with Bobby Jones as favorite. The article notes amateurs and professionals compete within golf’s Open format and praises Jones while detailing the event’s Americanization and scoring norms.

Robert T. Small Consolidated Press Columbus Scioto Country Club England Atlantic Ocean Professional Golfers’ Association Walter Hagen Bobby Jones Mr. Jones Jock Tom Freddie Gene Atlanta Scioto Bobby Florida Hagen Jones

Witheh Wind Hurter G Mie From Mi Kinley

McKinley of the Wewitt Bodens loses control in the last inning as Withem of the K of P hits a grounder through Bradleys legs for a 4 to 3 K of P victory. Last frame rally ties game. Withem delivers decisive hit.

Withem Wind Hurter G Mie Kinley McKinley Wewitt-Bodens Bradley Withem K. of P.’s Lodgemen K. of P.'s Skinner Johnston G. Rasp White Rush Tinker Rasp

John Kuck Breaks Two Old Field Records In Meet

John Kuck of Kansas Teachers College shattered two long standing records at the invitation A A U track and field meet in New York. He won all four field events he entered and set new marks in the eight and twelve pound shot. His 68 feet 7 5 8 inches beat Ralph Rose's 1908 record by over a foot, and his 57 feet 9 3 4 inches with the 12 pound shot surpassed Rose's enduring mark.

New York A.R John Kuck Kansas Teacher's College Kuck Ralph Rose Rose

Postgame Comeback Sets Narrow Victory For Eagles

Bradley missed a retirement chance as White and Rush scored to tie and win. Roebuck closed the inning with a strikeout. Both pitchers delivered strong performances with McKinley allowing five singles and Withem seven hits with ten strikeouts. Ginnan doubled for the lone extra-base hit in the fifth. Tonight the Jostens and the Eagles meet at the playground for top honors.

Bradley White Rush Roebuck McKinley Withem Ginnan Jostens Eagles K of P Uv Wolfe Hallam Weaee Hewitt-Bodens Hy H. Ra Johnston Tinker Brad Beverage and

Reds Club And Pitch Their Way To Front

Cincinnati's pitching staff dominates the top clubs of St. Louis and Pittsburgh while Chicago lags behind. Carl Mays leads NL hurlers with four wins over Pittsburgh and one loss. Jakie May posts three wins and two losses to St. Louis. Mays beat the Cardinals in an eleven inning 5 to 2 victory, marking a mid season pitching triumph. Pittsburgh lacks consistent winners besides Meadows, and McCarthy must rely on youth or batters to rise.

John B. Foster Consolidated Press New York Cincinnati St. Louis Pittsburgh Chicago Cubs Reds Pirates Cardinals Young Waner Carl Mays Jakie May Mays May Meadows Chicago Cubs Brooklyn McCarthy

Beale Trains on Saxaphone Before Defining Bout

Paul Berlenbach, defending light heavyweight champion, trains for July 15 with Jack Delaney. He uses a silver-plated saxophone to build wind and relaxation as part of his regimen, aiming to extend his ring career and pursue matches with Harry Wills and Gene Tunney if he defeats Delaney.

Paul Berlenbach Jack Delaney Berlenbach Paul Ted Lewis Delaney Harry Wills Gene Tunney

Delaney and Fohl Face Questions Over World Series Roles

A Washington inquiry suggests even a dry lecturer may have expense accounts. Delaney proves stronger than their last meeting, while Lee Fohl does not have to decide the first game starter for the World Series.

Lee Fohl

Open golf championship closes field for high scores

An open golf championship remains exclusive, with players shooting high scores like 110 still facing a restricted field. The competition underscores strict entry criteria and heightened standards for participation.

Camel Cigarettes Ad Claim Highlights Quality and Popularity

An advertising copy from R. J. Reynolds touts Camel cigarettes as supreme moments in life. It emphasizes the brand’s selection of top tobaccos and expert blending, claiming unmatched quality and popularity regardless of price.

Camel

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