Stanford wins big at national collegiate track meet
United Press reports the 1926 NCAA track meet where Stanford dominated with 72 points, breaking records including Bracey of Rice Institute tying the 100 yard dash world mark in 9.8 seconds. Michigan ranked second, Illinois third, and California, Southern California, and Rice tied for fourth.
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N. C. A. A. Track Meet Upsets Claim Varsity Records
At Soldier Field Stanford Illinois and Ohio State led a crowded field in a chaotic NCAA meet. Records fell as Mackendree and Edmonds set marks in the 220 yard hurdles and pole vault, while Goss and Gist contended in a dramatic late sprint with a barring disqualification.
Bracey Leads Yard Dash As Early Ohio Victory Emerges
A sprinting program displays Bracey of Rice winning the Yard Dash with Simpson of Ohio State second and Hansen of Michigan State third. The meet features multiple events across track and field with new times and distances noted, including records in distances and hurdles.
Bulldog Diamond Men Receive 1928 Awards
The article notes 1928 baseball awards for the Bulldog Diamond Men, honoring captain Maurice Haddox and teammates Vernette Wolfe Henry Strickland Willard Russell along with other players for major or reserve letters. It recalls a season of strong defense and offense, a state tournament run ending after weather and strong opposition from North High Polar Bears, and plans for year-end letters to be presented pending requirements.
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Fourth Annual Alumni Golf Tourney Set at Athens Country Club
The fourth annual alumni golf tournament hosted by the university offers 18 holes for graduates and faculty. Participants may start between 4 AM and 6 PM with a medal in 18-hole play. The winner earns a large silver loving cup for one year, with six other prizes for top scores. Current holder is Brendan T. Grover, university coach and alumnus of 1974.
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Baseball Scores From National League Games
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Belmont Victor Vitu-Toro Wins Derby at Arlington
Belmont victor Vitu-Toro defeats ten rivals in the American Derby at Arlington Park. TorO leads Misstep and LeMar entry Solace in a tight stretch duel, finishing three lengths ahead of Mirtep. Irish Pal and others follow as wagering tops reached near 24 to 1 on the upset winner.
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