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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1925
Page
2
A historical look at Notre Dame under Rockne and the Southern clash with Georgia Tech. It discusses Rockne’s substitute strategy, Tech’s respond with reserves, and the impact on morale and prestige. It highlights quarterbacks Grange Friedman and others shaping the year’s passing and running game.
The writer recalls Penn Yale 16 13 and Cornell Columbia 27 14 and notes football’s uncertain trend. He mentions eastern colleges testing a rule allowing a set number of plays per team instead of fixed 26 minute periods to curb stalling when leading. He remains skeptical about the proposal, citing officials’ quick actions against delays.
The speaker argues the pedal would make the game too mechanical and erase the suspense of minutes remaining. The objection centers on reducing strategic ambiguity and late drama.
A retail promotion offers a parachute with every balloon pants purchase to boost sales. The gimmick pairs a novelty item with the clothing, aiming to attract shoppers and generate buzz.
In Westerville during the Wallace Otterbein game a fourth down play halted as the official prepared to measure. The football then floated away in water, delaying play as players and officials watched the odd scene unfold.
The piece notes a chaotic national college football scene after a weekend of upsets. It highlights Dartmouth, Washington, Alabama, Missouri, Tulane, and others as contenders while stressing uncertainty and shifting leadership across regions.
Lane of Dartmouth surged to the top of Eastern intercollegiate scoring by reaching 16 touchdowns and 96 points after three TDs against Cornell. Colgate captain Eddie Tryon drops to second with 9 TDs and 72 points behind Swede Oberlander of Dartmouth with 72 points. Tulley of Dartmouth leads extra points with 23, as multiple players from Syracuse Fordham Muhlenberg and others trail.
ED praises Thorp Koppisch as the fastest halfback in years. He outruns opponents in multiple ways, reaches top speed quickly, and uses rapid direction changes aided by hip motion to shift gravity and dodge tackles. Compare to Weekes and Eddie Mahan as a swift, elusive back.
The report notes Koppisch will alter his pace to sidestep the tackler and escape pressure. It highlights his stiff arm when open, describing how he becomes nearly unstoppable from the front.
Free outdoor nature films to be shown by the Izaak Walton League tonight in the Senior High School auditorium at 7 30. Tickets are free from league members or at the auditorium door. Public invited as guests of the Izaak Walton men.
Harry Stuhldreher former Notre Dame All American quarterback was knocked out in the first half of a state pro game. He suffered a slight concussion from a hard tackle and was taken to a hospital before being released and traveling to Villa Nova College where he serves as head coach.
Chicago November 8 Nick Kutsch Iowa did not play in the mud at Illinois while Grange and Friedman struggled for yardage in Chicago at Grant Park Stadium Michigan managed only one first down Northwestern matched that. Leading Big Ten scorers include Kutsch Friedman Almquist Grange Oosterbaan Joesting Merkopbrd Salmi Gregory Wilcox Pepplaw Britton Fry Molenden Radke McAndrew Marks with points and touchdowns listed.
Tex Rickard announced that top boxers must curb demands for large purses as promoter would not back extravagant purses for Garden shows. He cited losses on Slattery Berlenbach and Walker Shade matches and noted gates brought in high receipts.
Minnesota remains the only undefeated Big Ten team with one conference tie, not yet facing Iowa or Michigan. Northwestern’s Lewis kicked Michigan’s first score this season from the 18 yard line as five Big Ten touchdowns occurred Saturday. standings show Minnesota at 1 win 0 losses 0 ties with 56 points for and 7 against. Michigan leads others with 6-0-1, Northwestern 2-1-0, Chicago 0-2-0, Wisconsin 2-1-1, Ohio State 1-1-1, Illinois 3-0-0, Indiana 0-0-0.
There is no compulsory numbering of players though rules urge it to aid spectators. A team failing to report on time for the third period is penalized 25 yards and the offended side may choose goal and the ball placement. A try for point after touchdown is allowed even if time has ended.
By Joe Williams the column notes that success depends on perspective. It compares a bowler aiming for strikes to choose the best approach in any frame.
Initiation services for the newly organized Catholic Daughters of America will be held November 22 at the club room over the First City Bank in Pomeroy. About fifty will be initiated, with services directed by the Parkersburg court. Members will be banqueted at the Armory by the Knights of Columbus after the ceremony.
The article outlines goose migration paths from Hudson Bay to Alaska and south to the Gulf and Carolinas. It notes the wild goose’s long southern flight, regular rest grounds at ponds, and patterns of the first morning flight, urging observers to locate lines near water before daybreak.
Ralph A. Donnally, 23, of Gallipolis, son of W. B. Donnally and Helen Elkins, married Nov 9 to 21 year old Middleport teacher. The groom is employed as a federal prohibition officer and the ceremony was performed by Rev. L. A. Donnally of Nelsonville.
Miss Oli Sands, 72, longtime inmate of the Meigs county infirmary, died there Friday night. Funeral held at Gilmore Cemetery Saturday. Death attributed to old age and complications.
The piece tracks how World Series stars often drop to the minors after big post season showings. It notes trades, notable series feats by Hal Rhyne Paul Waner Moore Bigbee Barnes and Stengel, and how defending champions and rivals reshuffle players following clutch performances.
Walter Cunningham 81 died of pneumonia at St. Joseph hospital at 6 p.m. Thursday. A Racine resident he leaves a wife and seven children. Funeral services were held yesterday with burial at Hartford cemetery.
Local notes report visits by Athens residents including Mr. and Mrs. Errold Dawson and Milton Elberfeld at Granville and Middleport. Dr. Janet Gilliford, Mrs. McQuigg, and Mrs. Downie called on friends in Gallipolis. Chauncey Vance returns improved from Columbus. Captain Gerber convalesces after typhoid. Others visiting relatives include Maurice Clifford, S. H. Malone, Elmer Ashworth, Judge Miller, Kenneth Stewart, and Ben Gravely family guests.
Rutland, Nov. 9 William Fox aged 70 longtime local resident dies after illness. He leaves a widow and a daughter. Funeral services will be held at the Rutland Baptist church with burial at Miles Cemetery.
Mrs Emma Welsh of Third Street hosted a gathering in Middleport on a chilly November evening. Neighbors and friends attended, sharing refreshments and conversation as the city noted the informal social.
A luncheon on Saturday featured Mrs. W G Downie Mrs C D Reed and Mrs McQuigg of Pomeroy. Bridge was played throughout the afternoon.
Mr and Mrs Price of Columbus announce the birth of a daughter on Saturday. The mother was formerly Miss F da Fisher.
Mrs Ray ton aged 21 of Gallipolis and Belva Broyles 28 of Middleport married at Gallipolis Saturday by Reverend Broyles. The groom is son of John Singleton and works as an automobile mechanic.
Mrs R C Cooper will host Pomeroy resident Zeiher who leaves today for Cleveland to attend the Eastern Star instruction school for deputies. Zeiher was recently appointed assistant deputy of the district for the event held Thursday November 13.
In Middleport on Friday evening the Delphian chapter met at the Carnegie library. The program topic was Egypt of the Bible Times and was led by Mrs. Lucy Boggess.
Poetic note laments escalating costs as coal bills come due and households brace for higher energy expenses amid fading spring imagery.
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