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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1929

Page

9

Bobcats Triumph Over Ashland and Reserve on Strong Run

Ohio University defeated Ashland College 9 to 1 in Ashland and beat Western Reserve 4 to 3 in Cleveland. Bush and Barfoot pitched for Ohio, with solid hitting from Hastings Brown and Barfoot. The Bobcats sit at 3-0 in recent days as they prepare for next Furkeye Conference game at Delaware.

Bobcats Cleveland Bush Barfoot Mounis Joe Cra Tn Bingles Touche Johnson Moxh Thely Pirand Taok Ashland Eriis Ohio University Western Reserves Invaders Ohio Dave Wittendersh Delaware

Injured Ump Bolile-throwing days of baseball

An umpire named Bolile-throwing returned to Cleveland after an injury suffered when bottles were hurled during a game between the Athletics and the Inelings. He was struck on the back, sustaining a brain concussion. The unrest disrupted play as protests erupted and two players were also hit by bottles.

Bolile Cleveland Joeauie Pop Chaltls Jyeestes

Early MLB doubleheader results in 27 5 loss and 4 5 draw

In the first game Boston edged York 27 to 25 after a slow start with notable scoring by Macktham and Ferry. The second game featured Gaston and Heving guiding a 4 5 victory as Pipgras and Dickey struggled for York. The Phillies and Washington were listed in a postponed later pairing with Guinn Shores Cochrane Brown Hopkins Ruel Lovis noted.

Boston York Macktham Ferry Termack Gaston and Heving Pipgras Dickey Ettoit Adkins, Blankenship and Crouse Earnshaw Orval Rommell Waiberg Cochrane Jones Braxton Tate Gane Washington Guinn Shores

U S Golfers Win British Pro Match in Yorkshire

Moortown England May 18 The United States defeated Great Britain in the Yorkshire Evening News professional tournament as Joe Turnosa beat Herbert Joly one up in 47 holes of the final.

Moortown Eng United States Great Britain Yorkshire P Evening News Joe Turnosa Herbert Joly

Lakewood Wins in Tight Northeastern Meet Qualifier

Lakewood High secures Class A victory at the sixth annual Northeastern District meet in Lakewood with a brilliants steady display in a close qualifying round. Rocky River edges ahead to beat the field. Chagrin Falls faces Triton in an overtime finish at Oberlin.

Cleveland Lakewood High North Ohio Brillant Rocky Rivers Chagrin Fatls Triton anOberlin Jong Uphitl

National League First Games Summary From The Day

National League results list New York Boston Brooklyn Philadelphia St Louis Cincinnati Chicago and others with partial scores and player lineups. Key players include Walker Judd O Farrell Taylor Collins and Cantwell along with Sherdel Kremer Hargreaves May Gooch and Gonzales in various matchups.

New York Boston Gennewieh Benton and Hogan Smith and Taylor Walker Judd and O'Farrell Cantwell Taylor Collins Brooklyn Ros Raz A Philadelph MecWeenss Moss Rey Yolloway iGreen Leri Brooklyvn I Philadelph Pho St. Louis Hom Itisburgh Sherdel Wilson Smitsell Kremer Hargreaves Cincinnati Chicago May Kemner Gooch Root Gonzales Grace Tatoo Mit New Fork Gane Brookter Wathulelphia Philadelphia Cseco Giarac Alocinnati C. Vivat Brooklyng

Singer Loses Bout in Madison Square Garden

Brilliant Little Al Singer of the Bronx, groomed to take Benny Leonard’s place, was knocked out by Isnacio Fernandez in the third round of a scheduled ten round bout at Madison Square Garden. The match ended with Fernandez landing a right hook to Singer’s chin.

New York al Singer Benny Leonard Isnacio Fernandez Madison Square Garden Fernandez Singers

Golfer George Volzht Tops New York Scratch List

George Volzht leads the New York district scratch rankings as the sole scratch golfer, while Jess Sweetser plays on a stroke handicap. The scene highlights the contrast between Volzht’s top position and Sweetser’s adjusted play status.

George Volzht New York Jess Sweetser

Millionaire Auto Racer J Clifford Durant to Pilot at Indianapolis

J Cliff Durant, renowned as a financier and speed patron, will drive a Detroit Special at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in a long race. Durant, a financier and racing sponsor, will use the car prepared by Tommy Milton, joining a field with a five car team previously financed by Durant. He has long supported racing since the 1910s, with diverse interests including aviation between drives.

J. Cliff Durant Otto Kahn Innapolis Motor Speedway Kahn Durant Detroit Tommy Mil Tom Ouran Aly Indiana Indianapolis Weg Bete Howdy Wilcox Aga Frenel Peugeot Darsot Carom Lhe Eddie Hraine Raii Ae Tal Natade Trauhin Laurant

Messenger Nine Defeats Mbee 32 to 12 in Recreation Game

Athens Messenger staff beat McBee Glader 32 to 12 at Rufus Putnam school playground on Friday afternoon. Messenger bats exploded for 16 runs in the first inning, then added steady offense while Binder men were kept in check. The paper invites industrial firms with recreation teams to schedule May games, contact William F. Smiley.

Athens Messenger McBre Glader Pia Rufus Putnam Binder Messenger Wiliam F. Smiley McBee

Central School Boy Wins Marble Meet

Penald Estocker of Central School won the annual marble tournament at Rufus Putnam school playground Saturday morning directed by Jack Rhoades. John Pickens of Junior High placed second in a large field. West Side School beat Putnam 12 to 1 in baseball. Central and East Side also won 12 to 10. Putnam girls defeated Central 132 to 16. Scooter races planned for May 9 at Lorene Avenue with full program to be announced soon.

Penald Estocker Central School Rufus Putnam Jack Rhoades John Pickens Central West Side West Siders Putnam East Side Putnam School Plana Lorene Avenue Jate

Denison Leads Triangular Meet Amid Rainy Track Action

Denison tops Muskingum and Ohio University in Granville on May 18, with 64.0 points. Muskingum places second at 49.75 while Ohio University finishes third at 46.75. Bobcats win four events including quarter and mile and mile relay with Morgan and Newell standout. Hutson of Denison takes first in both the 60 and 440 yard dashes.

Bobcat Muskingum College Ohio University Big Red Muskingum Granville Denison Mets Wis Mit Ohio Ant Atns Skingum Morgan Rman Hutson

Frustrated golfer drops trap to bank after miscue

A garbled 1920 text from NEA Service depicts a golfer failing to handle a trap near the green. The article conveys strict, almost ceremonial guidance about not carrying the club into hazard and emphasizing controlled play as the trap is finally abandoned on the bank.

Trap and Playing Tips From a Golf Course Dispatch

A fragmentary sports note describes avoiding traps and keeping pace on a golf course. It warns golfers to walk smoothly, mind heel pins, and not disrupt greens or traps while playing.

Bobcat Tennis Faces Tough Week Schedule

Bobcat tennis players face a demanding slate this week with key matches against Cincinnati, Denison, and Ohio teams. The schedule, disrupted by venue changes, shows anticipations of close battles at home courts and a potential shift in lineups as the Buckeye Conference clash looms.

Pnanet Buckeye Cincinnati Ohio Denison

Standings and team notes from the American Association

A Philadelphia New York St Louis list appears with scattered names and cities. Mentions of San Francisco Seals, Detroit Tigers, and Milwaukee are referenced alongside coach Walter McCreedie from Portland. The piece hints at interest from major league clubs and possible future moves.

Wel Peel Ms City Minneapolia St. Pautoo Eindiananolia Francisco Calif Pwa Fuba Mareh Detcote Tigera Walter McCreedie Portland

Hagen Helps Prince Win in Golf March

London report says Walter Hagen and the Prince of Wales formed a strong pairing in golf, defeating Sir Philip and Aubrey Boomer 1 up after 18 holes at Swinfen’s. The match, arranged privately, drew attention as a potential preview of a major league-style show, with Hagen traveling from San Francisco and remarks on British players and contemporary stars peppering the discussion.

Hagen Prince London Ward Prince of Wells Walter F Hagen Prince of Stade David Texene Seixon San Francisco Aver Johnson

Lat in League results and Friday Saturday baseball scores

League results from New York to Philadelphia and Chicago with scattered scores, including Brooklyn and Washington, and separate mentions of American Association games. Sunday schedules list Philadelphia at New York and Cleveland at St. Louis among others with partial team pairings and locations.

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Clyde Van Dusen Wins Derby Amid Mud and Rain

Clyde Van Dusen, son of Man O'War, triumphed in a rain soaked Kentucky Derby. Naishapur finished second with Panchio third as heavy downpours tested horses and riders. Larkspur faded to fourth while an $8 win price underscored the upset in the large field.

Clyde van Dusen Naishapur Panchio Frank Getty United Press Yurchill Posy Mae Cheerea Iva Stock Farm Man O'War Cire van Dusen Himaelt Alun Larkspur

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