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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1925
Page
7
A columnist laments midwest games on November 7 as weather drenched fields produced surprising results. Michigan lost to Northwestern 3 to 3 while Iowa fell to Wisconsin amid snow and soggy conditions. The piece urges reconsideration of post ponement norms and venues for safety and fairness.
Answers explain penalties for unnecessary roughness and kicking a loose ball, plus evasion of the rule when a pass is incompletely thrown. Includes Big Ten intercollegiate results with Chicago Dartmouth and notes on Michigan Illinois Ohio State performances in the season.
A rapid-fire Big Ten run with 54 to 6 and 24 to 2 verdicts shocks eastern powers. Illinois defeats unbeaten Penn 24 to 2 on the Atlantic coast. Chicago beats Penn 7 to 0 and Indiana falls to Syracuse 14 to 0. Syracuse and Yale sit among top teams as Michigan and Illinois post notable wins.
The 1925 Missouri Valley season faced harsh weather and field conditions that hampered play across midwest teams. Drake defeated Nebraska 14 to 0, showcasing Spears as a standout halfback. Missouri remained undefeated with a 14 to 6 win over Washington, while Oklahoma beat Drake and Kansas State tied with Iowa State.
Workmen uncover what was believed to be an ancient mummy in Missouri. It is later identified as the body of a missing quarterback from opening game action. The scene included mud, a crowd, and autograph hounds from nearby fans.
A farm news tennis school opened today at Hotel Virginia in Columbus. About 200 townships across 15 counties are represented by the farmers attending the session.
Robert Zuppke argues Big Ten upset results stem from uniformly strong material across teams. He notes cycles of good players, warns against taking chances, and recalls Minnesota and Wisconsin game decisions. He dismisses tea diet rumors as unfounded chatter from tea firms.
The article notes Red Grange is expected to take a professional football role next season, complemented by another public service job. It states no contract has been signed yet, but insiders say this aligns with his usual approach and income would come from playing for a pro eleven.
A humorous Savage era column warns hunters about firearm maintenance and safety. It notes clogged barrels from debris like rags or snow can cause sudden misfires or barrel damage. Advice includes inspecting the breech before loading and clearing snow with a stick, emphasizing caution and preventive checks.
A New York police action fines officers one day’s pay after reports of officers cussing at citizens. The disciplinary move targets misconduct amid public complaints about behavior and raises questions about department standards.
Hollywood breakfast club members report that famed tennis champion Bill Tilden traded his racquet for a fork at a recent gathering. He reportedly set a new record for chewing flapjacks in one sitting and appeared to enjoy the feat.
Dartmouth leaves Hanover after a morning drill for Chicago to face Alonzo Stagg and the Maroons. Eastern champion Dartmouth seeks to extend its undefeated status while Chicago touts a strong defense. The trip includes two long train nights with workouts in Flint, Michigan, and after arrival.
Smallest animals in the London 700 are pigmy mice from western Africa. The mice are about the size of honey bees.
New York November 11 Major league leaders consider a legislative session to regulate World Series practices. Judge Landis plans a December 10 meeting in New York to require wire screened bleachers and limit temporary stands while preserving the 154 game schedule and Series timing.
Adhers in Chicago circulate petitions to place Harold KE Red Grange on the ballot for the Republican nomination for congressman at large at the primary on April 13. Grange, famed Illinois football star, has been urged toward politics with Wheaton, Illinois as his home.
Columbus November 11. No more applications will be accepted for tickets to the Ohio State Illinois game at Ohio Stadium on November 21 until orders received by 6 o clock Tuesday evening are filled. Officials said only several hundred box seats remain and a check will determine if further applications can be accepted. Temporary field boxes and bleachers will be erected at the stadium.
Unofficial reports say 473 players were lost in bog lands and swamp fields last Saturday with excavators working in Chicago to recover the remnants of Yost's backfield.
Eddie Casey shaped modern play with superb rushing and receiving for Harvard. Weighing just 147 pounds, he used smart open field running and a straight arm to elude defenders, while Harvard’s offense aimed to free him for passes and long runs. Cathey, though not much of a tackler, used body positioning to halt open field runners.
Clarence Wolff of Louie Shoanting is featured as a top contender in the amateur golf tilt. The event centers on a regional contest with competition expected to be tight and closely watched by local clubs.
Clarence Wolff of St. Louis is praised as a logical contender for the amateur crown and holder of the Trans Misssissippi title. Admirers say his strong showings in nearly every tournament signal a likely championship breakthrough.
Champaign November 1. The University of Illinois football team will not play any postseason game in the East or West. George Huff, director of physical welfare, said there is absolutely no chance Illinois will be invited to play after the Ohio State game, in response to rumors of an after-season matchup with an Eastern team.
Frankie Bob of Dayton was decisively defeated by Conn of Manchester in 12 rounds. Rose Klump, featherweight champion of Indiana, won a shade over Blackie Richards of Dayton in 10 rounds. Copper Peace of Cincinnati won a decision over Matt Snyder of Dayton in 8 rounds.
Referee remarks that no coach will risk playing a full lineup in tonight’s match as weather and field conditions deter active rosters. Officials caution against premature decisions that could affect players and attendance.
Danish policy requires all milk used in feeding pigs to be pasteurized, ensuring safety in animal feed and public health.
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