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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1930

Page

9

Buckeye Carnival Preview At Ohio University Stadium

Twelve champions from last year's Buckeye track meet defend titles as Wesleyan Denison and Ohio University headline this year's B I A C carnival at Athens. Miami University seeks repeat titles, while Ohio Wesleyan and Denison challenge for second and thirds. Standouts include Hutson of Denison in the 100 yards and Gordon of Miami in the 440, with Morgan of Ohio defending the mile title and Stewart of Miami in close pursuit.

Wesleyan Denison Ohio University Morgan Ohio University Stadium Miami University Oxford Ckeye Dee Hut- Menison Tlash George Simpson Hutson, Sharkey Miami Man Lambacher Ohio Wes Ar Key Mes Gordon Buck- Ag Newell P Stewart Charlies Shugert iDean Ohio Wesleyan

Illinois Favored To Annex Golfing Title In Big Ten Meet

May 20 Illinois favored to win first Big Ten golf title at the Western Conference event at the Weatland course. Teams include Minnesota defending champs, Illinois contenders Fred Lyon and Sam Alpert, with rivals from Northwestern, Purdue, Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana among others in a 36 hole medals format.

CAGO U.R Sparad Weatland Compe

D Partners Training Amid Boxing Camp Moves

D PARTNERS poised for training with Sharkey and Max Schmeling as the camp tightens with Paul and Braddock joining. Denny, the undefeated light champ, plans a few days of sparring before a possible match. STON IL May 20 Northwestern visit in Western Conference race, currently third place.

Ston Ingainst Northwestern

Veterans aim for speed at Indianapolis 500 race

The 18th annual Indianapolis 500 on May 30 will feature few veteran drivers among 45 entrants. Only five veterans, including Peter DePaulo and Louis Meyer, remain in the field with 28 first-time riders. The race will use new two-man cars, with foreign entries modest and major brands like Duesenberg Chrysler and Stutz in the mix. Attendance has grown, while average speeds peak around the 100 mph mark only rarely.

Indianapolis U.P Peter DePaulo Louis Meyer Peter de Paulo Phil Shafer Harry de Paulo Shafer Lou Moore Zeke Meyer Louis F. Schneider Anthony Gulotta Wilbur Shaw Rick Decker Russel Snowberger David Evans W. H. Gardner Deacon Litz Johnny Seymour Egbert “Babe" Stapp Sam Greco Indianapolis Speedway Oval America Duesenberg Chrysler Stutz Jimmy Murphy DePaulo Harroun Ray Keech

Tuesday baseball and basketball games across major leagues

The schedule lists American Association matchups Columbus at Indianapolis Toledo at Louisville St Paul at Milwaukee Minneapolis at Kansas City National League games Pittsburgh at Cincinnati Boston at New York Brooklyn at Philadelphia Chicago at St Louis American League Cleveland at Chicago two games New York at Boston St Louis at Detroit only games scheduled

American Association Columbus Indianapolis Toledo Louisville St. Paul Milwaukee Minneapolis Kansas City National League Pittsburgh Cincinnati Boston New York Brooklyn Philadelphia Chicago St. Louis American League Cleveland Detroit Peter American Los Pet Acecess Washington Aeenae Peteaeee Bostenee

Official Says Treatment of Primo Unjust

Lincoln Neb May 20 Primo Carnera suspension by the National Boxing Association draws protest from Ira Vorhies treasurer who accuses Madison Square Garden officials of influence. Vorhies says no charge proved against Carnera until a personal hearing is held and hints the New York association suspended him over exclusivity with MSG. He favors a Nebraska bout between Bearcat Wright of Omaha and Carnera.

Lincoln Neb U.R Primo Carnera National Boxing Association Ira Vorhies Madison Square Garden National Association Stanley Isaacs Cincinnati Vorhies Man Mountain Carnera New York Boxing Association Nebraska Boxing Commission Nebraska Bearcat Wright Omaha

Saints Claim Second Place in Flag Race

The St Paul Saints moved into clear second in the American Association after defeating the Kansas City Blues 2 to 0 as rainouts delayed other games. Louisville led with 18 wins and eight losses while Columbus and Toledo trailed behind. The day featured a full schedule barring weather. The Senators played in Indianapolis against the Tribe, Toledo faced Louisville, St Paul went to Milwaukee, and Minneapolis visited Kansas City.

Columbus U.R St. Paul Saints American Association Saints Kansas City Blues Blues Columbus Senators Toledo Mud Hens Louisville Colonels Senators Indianapolis Tribe Toledo Louisville St. Paul Milwaukee Minneapolis Kansas City

Maestro Triumphs Over Cohen In Milwaukee Bout

Al Maestro of Chicago defeated Jackie Cohen of New York 128 to 124 in ten rounds. Mickey O Neil of Milwaukee won on a foul against Joey Medill of Chicago 137 to 136 in five rounds after Medill received three warnings for low blows.

Milwaukee Wis U.R al Maestro Chicago Jackie Cohen New York Mickey O'Neil Joey Medill Medill

Bishops Invade Athens for Buckeye Conference Meet

Ohio Wesleyan athletes travel to Ohio University for a weekend baseball game with the Bobcats and the Buckeye conference track and field meet with tennis tournament. The Bishops seek wins in singles and doubles as Cincinnati looms strong. The track meet could decide second place with Miami ahead. Final intercollegiate meet for stars Norman Lambacher Paul Pax Howard Agnew Hall Kellogg and James Opter.

Delaware Ohio Wesleyan Ohio University Bobcats Buckeye Cincinnati Ohio Athens Bishop Miami Norman Lambacher Independence Paul Pax Moundsville W. Va Istanc Howard Agnew East Cleveland Hall Kellogg Medina James Opter Lorain

Dodgers Hold To First Place In National Race

The National League pennant chase saw the Brooklyn Robins stay in first place as rain halted games. The Pirates sit five back, while the Athletics and Senators battle in the American League. Cleveland’s pitching weakened, and the Yankees rise. Detroit climbs from last to seventh after sweeping St Louis. Gehringer scores the decisive run.

Dodgers Brooklyn Robins Robins Pittsburgh Pirates Philadelphia Athletics Washington Senators Senators Cleveland Indians New York Yankees Washington Philadelphia Detroit Tigers St. Louis Browns Browns Tigers Gehringer Erwin Wyatt

Bobcats Trek to Granville for Buckeye Conference Tilt

The Ohio University Bobcats travel to Granville to face Denison in a Buckeye Conference game as coach Don C. Peden mulls pitching choices between Mozdy and Weisman. The team aims to rebound from recent hitting slumps and tighten defense after seven errors in two games. Brown's hot bat and the lineup plan for Denison vie for a late-season win.

Buckeye Don C. Peden Bobcats Granville Denison Peden Ohio Wesleyan Winston Weisman Brooklyn N. Y Frank Moody Erie Schreiber Warshower Cincinnati Miami Whitey Bliss George Brown Malden Mass Ohio Brown Massachusetts Koterbass Root Pfleger Burke Brammer Mozdy

Simpson to Run in Final Intercollegiate Events Friday

In Chicago at Northwestern, George Simpson the world’s fastest man will close his intercollegiate career in the Big Ten meet Friday and Saturday. Dick Rockaway defends titles in the high and low hurdles in his final races. Lee Sentman and Edudie Tolan are top rivals while Ohio State Michigan and Wisconsin chase the 1930 title.

Columbus George Simpson Northwestern Chicago Dick Rockaway Lee Sentman Illinois Rockaway Edudie Tolan Michigan Simpson Minois Wil Ohio State Wisconsin Buckeye

Leading Hitters and Run Leaders From The Season

United Press digest lists top hitters and run producers. O Doul and P Waner lead with high averages. Terry of the Giants and Foxx of Athletics prominent in runs and hits. notables include Wilson of the Cubs and Klein of the Phillies among home run and RBI leaders.

Cmp G. AB R. H. Pet O'Doul Phillies P. Waner Pir’s Terry Giants Atseseane Foxx Athletica Aeceeeees Willson Cubs Coteroces OO Rath Yankees Sie Uaceee Frederick Robina Herman Robine Prederick Robins Hogan Fisher Cardials Wilson Ise Ehbad AB Klein Bravey Douthit Cardinals Rice Senators Uweveees Oliver Bae Boe Nin Hmafey St Poxx Atleticgo Klein Eeeee Simmons Athletics

Max Schmeling Quits Training Partners at Endicott Camp

Max Schmeling prepared to resume training for the heavyweight title fight with Jack Sharkey. Three of four sparring partners quit. the remaining one unfit. Schmeling will fly to Schenectady Thursday to speak by radiophone with his mother in Berlin.

Endicott, N Max Schmeling Jack Sharkey Yankee Stadium Camp Schmeling Schenectady Berlin

Flynn Dies in New York Former Fight Manager Leo Flynn

Leo P Flynn dies in New York from pneumonia at his home. Funeral services set for Thursday before his body is taken to Providence R I for burial. Flynn once boxed professionally and managed Jack Dempsey during his comeback attempt two years ago.

New York U.P Leo P. Flynn Providence R. I Flynn Jack Dempsey

Track Meet Opens in Indianapolis State Carnival

Indiana high school track and field athletes compete in the 27th annual state carnival in Indianapolis on Saturday. Entries are limited to those who won first or second in sectional meets last week.

Indianapolis Ind U.P Indiana

Davis Cup Quarter Finals Near as Japan Proves Formidable

Four nations including the United States Japan England and Australia threaten France as the Davis Cup moves toward the final round. Japan is described as the strongest in the lower bracket and favored to reach the finals with England or Australia from the other side.

Japan New York United States England Australia France Rene la Coste Henri Cochet Jean Borotra Eastbourne Eng Auvuatria Italy Spain Caechoslovakia Holland Mexico Washington Europe George Lott John van Ryn Wilmer Allion Johnny Doeg United States Lawn Tennis Association William Tilden Iia Philadelphian Borotra

Bearcats Favored To Clinch Buckeye Tennis Crown

Cincinnati eyes the Buckeye Conference tennis title as the Bearcats head to Athens for the Friday Saturday tournament. Franz leads in singles while two strong Bearcats pairs are ready to defend the doubles title. Ohio University and Denison pose limited threats. The Bearcats stand undefeated in conference play and defeated Ohio in a recent meet.

Cincinnati Buckeye Athens Bearcats Queen City Franz Bearcat Wesleyan Ohio Denion Ohio Robcats Ohioana Gross Bobcats Gardner

Tolley Enters Amateur Golf Play for July

British champion Cy ril Tolley has filed entry for the United States Amateur championship at Interladies Country Club Minneapolis July 10 12 He has appeared on five British Walker Cup teams and twice won the British amateur crown but never played in the American Amateur He was defeated by Harrison R Johnston the present United States Amateur champion in Walker Cup singles at Sandwich.

New York Cyril Tolley United States Interladies Country Club Minneapolis Minn Tolley Harrison R. Johnston Sandwich

Bushy Graham to Substitute for Chocolate at Madison Square Garden

Bushy Graham of Utica New York will replace Kid Chocolate in a 10 round bout with Fidel LaBarba at Madison Square Garden on May 28. Chocolate was injured in an automobile accident and will be out for at least a month.

New York Bushy Graham Utica N. Y Fidel Labarba California Adinog Square Garden Chocolate

Gene Tunney Plans Return as Promoter Referee

New York May 20. Gene Tunney retired undefeated heavyweight champion will return to boxing May 30 as promoter and referee for a charity entertainment series at the Weatchester County Center.

New York Gene Tunney Weatchester County Center

O'Dowd Wins Featherweight Bout In Columbus

Mae Mike O'Dowd of Columbus outpointed Jimmy Reed of Columbus over ten fast rounds in Columbus last night.

Columbus Mae Mike O'Dowd Feathere Jimmy Reed Columbua

Northwestern Tennis Sweeps Indiana 9 0

Northwestern University tennis team dominated Indiana yesterday winning 9 0 in a straight sets sweep with only two sets lost.

Evanston, II Northwestern University Indiana

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