Newton Leads Bunions Derry Run for Transcontinental Race
Arthur Newton led the field of 111 runners leaving Los Angeles for New York on the Transcontinental footrace. Eddie Gardner held pace earlier in the Mojave Desert at Bagdad, with Gardner finishing second and Newton overtaking him. The route covers 207 miles first, with times around 31 hours for Newton and 32 hours for Gardner, as several runners stagger toward the desert mileposts and medical teams monitor care.
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United Press
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Amboy
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Arthur] Kenton
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Todair En Rortie
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Essex
Eddie Gardner
Seattle
Arthur Newton
Los Angeles
New York
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Benner
Dimutes
Reac Bagdad Ed Gardner
Negro Way
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Ludlow
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Gardner
Andrey Ia
Claremore Uhia
Yesterda
Plac
Garayins
Babe Refuses To Run Out Homer In First Skirmish
Babe refused to attempt a run after a first inning homer in a practice game against the New York Yankees, driving the ball into Allmiter Lake. The Votardyams won 7 to 1. Other notes mention shows at West Dom, Tamp, and Winterhaven with multiple line scores and player mentions.
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Babe
Homer
Babe South
Reients
New York
Allmter Lake
Abe
Viedfanson
Syracuse
Samuges
Indoor Tourney Opens At Athens Country Club
Indoor tournament starts Tuesday the 22nd announced by Art Smith of Athens country club. A professional golfer sponsors the event open to all Athens club members whether they wear badges or not. A signed list from is given away for the last day. Those interested should contact Mr. Dat.
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Tronday 22
Art Smith
Athens
Tir
Bindde Cae Plains
Atether
Froma
Seach
Mr. Dat
Aitors
Athens County Club
Professione
Golfar
Mr Smith
Messengers Sport
Coincidence Delivers Twin Tournament Walk-Off Wins
On a Friday Ohio court event two Class B teams Wheelersburg and Hemlock faced Winholse and Leesburg as three courts ran in parallel. With three seconds left both Wheelersburg and Hemlock players broke free and scored at the same instant, producing dramatic last second upsets on opposite arenas. The double finish capped remarkable late comebacks and stunned spectators.
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Ohio
Wheelersburg
Hemlock
Winholse
Leesburg
Good Form Is Necessary to Good Golfing
Article urges the need for proper golf technique and form. Emphasizes speed, discipline, and fundamentals learned from a competent instructor. Warns against mimicking professionals and notes early practice yields rapid improvement and steadier play.
Portsmouth Falls to Hillsboro in Final Tilt
Athens eliminated from the championship race as Portsmouth’s offense overpowered Athens in the final district tilt. Dall Pryce and Wolf led Portsmouth’s attack while Athens struggled with turnovers and shooting, ending the season in a hard‑fought loss.
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Portsmouth
Hillsboro
Marshall
Pomeroy
Pomeroy Rout Defeats Glenford In Court Action
In a packed Western Indiana contest, Pomeroy trounced Glenford 40 to 18 in a semi final. Gillipols secured early control with sharp shooting, while Glenford fought back with strong second half pressure but could not overcome the Pomeroy attack led by Smith and Doll.
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Unnlsboro
Gillipols
Pomeroy Putylis
Severao
Pomeroy Colo
oWrecht
Jf Steelin Uf
Russa
Glentord
Emith
Marshall Court
Laurehilk
Marshall
Laurellle
Tee
Archer
Armstrong
Lappen
Shupe
Marshall Arr
Hillsboro Cagers Triumph In Southeast Ohio Final
Hillsboro edged Portsmouth 34 to 28 to claim the Southeast Ohio championship tourney title. Wright led Hillsboro with standout play while Portsmouth struggled to convert against the strong defense. The win earned Wrightland county both cups as the best in the region.
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Lybob Marriofy
Hillsboro
Portsmouth
Ohio
Wrighland County
Wits
Sterling
Jhe
Uy Saris
Duibtlin Geser
Perrarquer
Met
Tilsboro
Wright Milet
Death of Kid Lavigne Recalls Golden Prize Ring Era
United Press reports from New York recall the life of light welterweight champion Kid Lavigne, the Saginaw Kid, famed for facing top rivals like Walcott and Burge. He fought through the 1920s and 1930s, endured decline, and died penniless at 56 after a storied career that once crowned him among boxing’s elite.
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Kid
United Press Sports Scastar
New York
Ald Javigne
Bla
Detroit
Isis
Ron
Min
Weapensace
Heto
Ag Rlog
Lin Tua Prime Lavigne
St Louis Team Fails To Displace Bowling Leaders
St Louis delegation failed to topple leaders in the National Knights of Columbus Bowling tournament singles and doubles events. Scores highlight Bennet 274 in singles and Bennett/Flannery 658 in doubles, while other Marshall and Pomeroy players posted strong showings amid tense competition.
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Omaha
U.P
St. Louis
Knights of Columbus
St. Louisans
G. Bennet
Corer
Missourian
J. Flannery
H. Bergman
F Targrove
High School Runner Ties World 100 Yard Dash Record
Santa Maria Cal March 10 Samuel McBean 20-3 year old from Polytechnic High San Luis Obispo equalled a world record running 100 yards in 9.6 seconds aided by a slight wind. Stop watches by three officials synchronized. No official AAU presence noted. Other sports notes include Bobby Jones praised as a favorite for summer golf and a swimming result with a 40 to 29 score prompting mention of two records tied or broken.
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Santa Maria
Cal
Samuel McBean
San Tals Obispo
Topane
Focal
McBean
Many Leading 3 Year Olds In Big Derby Feature
Chicago March 1 UP The 1428 renewal of the American Derby at the Arlington track Saturday will bring together many of the leading 3 year olds of the season. Nominations closed March 14. Mrs John D Herts Chicago society leader nominated Reigh Count. McLean has Dr Wilson and Aizol Moscow and Time Maher among his entries. Other nominators include The Whitney William Woodward and Wilia Starpe Whilker among others.
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Acington Mirk Treth
Alte Tre Vira
Nvienal Jockey
McLean
Dr. Wilson
Wilson
Aizol
Moscow
Tine Maher
the Whitney
William Woouward
Willia
Sttarpe Whilker Adilr Cure T. Greyson
Feidler
Filegeruid
Luward
Ceberlate
Round One Class A scores and misspelled team names
Round one results list numerous high school football scores across Classes A and B with teams including Logan, Jackson, Chillicothe, Ironton, Portsmouth, Wellston, Bloomingburg, Cadmus, McArthur, Wheelersburg, and others. Several lines include typos or illegible names but provide final scores for each pairing.
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Logan
Jackson
Chillicothe
Ironton
Addens
Nelsonville
Portsmouth
Wellston
Mellon and Butler May Be Witnesses
Washington report notes Secretary Andrew Mellon and Republican chairman William Butler likely to be called before the Teapot Dome committee to explain involvement with Continental Trading Company. A two hour session produced no firm decision, but Chairman Nye indicated future summons are probable. Also mentioned is Granville Bush, brother of Guy Bush, trying out with the Chicago Cubs in California spring camp and optimism about Joe Hauser at first base for Connie Mack's squad.
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Treasury
Andrew W. Wellon
William Buller
Republican National Committee
Teapot Dome
Continental
Liberty Bands
Mellon
Muller
Charman Nye
Chicago Cubs
Granville Bush
Guy Bush
Therm
California
All Wrights Play Key Roles On Hillsboro Team
The Hillsboro high school squad relies on three players named Wright for right forward, left forward and right guard roles. BE Wright has emerged as a top tourney forward with 27 points in 16 games, while the team earns finals berth despite the claim it is not all Wright, the coach notes the squad is still entirely alright.
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Wright
Ohio University
Hillsboro
Themuelica
Charley Wright
BE Wright
Hilsborn
Boston Braves Aim to Improve Under Slattery in Spring
Boston Braves manager Jack Slattery predicts a much improved club after taking over, with Hornsby driving the lineup and Zach Taylor added at catcher. Recruits Brandt and Delaney catch the eye, while Peters, Burrus, and Moore compete for spots as pitchers and outfielders. Primary focus remains on pitching depth and infield stability as spring workouts proceed in St. Petersburg.
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ST. Petersburg
Fla
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Slittery
Flornsby
Hol Farby
Braves
Hornsby
Waylor
Zach Taylor
Gingts
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Pursell
Keystone Equipment Ag
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