Mexican Diplomat Is World Traveler Says Calles
Washington reports General Plutarco Elias Calles plans highlight Mexico's global reach with Dr Manuel Tellez as a multi post diplomat to the United States Japan and China He is assigned to Tokyo and Peking alongside other nations use of a single minister for three posts noted The piece also recounts a Washington rumor about an Aspirin Exploration and Dredging Company connected to a legendary Mexican general and his diamonds in a swamp tale involving Pancho Villa era figures
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Countess Fery's Veil of Darkness Haunts Graz Castle
Relatives in Vienna court challenge a Hungarian count over the late Countess Anna Fery who left him her entire estate. They report she spent years waging a blacked out life, wearing black, shuttered windows, and buying black swans and sombre flowers. She slept by day and hid from dawn, ordering snow to be covered with ashes.
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Reward Offered for Return of Lost Horse in London
A London newspaper advertisement promises a reward for the safe return of a missing horse. The notice seeks the animal's owner and outlines reward terms, urging the finder to contact the advertiser promptly.
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Ohio State Michigan Clash Promises Big Ten Drama
Michigan favored in the yearly showdown as Ohio State seeks revenge after recent losses. The article notes Illinois and Chicago ties, previews key matchups, and lists other Big Ten games including Iowa vs Wisconsin and Chicago vs Northwestern while Indiana hosts Wabash and Purdue rests.
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Newark Boxers Hit Ropes in Weekend Bouts
Charley Weinert of Newark won an unofficial decision over Luis Firpo of Argentina in a 12 round main event. Miguel Ferrara from Argentina stopped Jack Showecs of Newark in the first round. Billy Prestage of England stopped Jack Townsend of Pittsburgh in the second round.
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Luis Firpo
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Jack Showecs
Billy Prestage
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Jack Townsend
Pittsburgh
Seat demand soars for Yale Princeton clash
Princeton officials report tickets scarce for the Yale game with record crowds expected. Bill Roper weighed backfield options as soggy footing may decide the lineup. Williams Weeks Gilligan Slagie favored over Dinsmore Dignan Gilson Caldwell.
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South African Husbands Would Outdo Solomon in Wives
Capetown reports reveal startling census figures for South African husbands with up to seventy-nine wives, 134 sons, and 59 daughters. Other cases show fifty-five wives and large families. The census lists 718,292 native husbands and 54,569 wives.
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Ohio University Men’s Glee Club to Perform on WBAB Radio
The Dispatch Cup holders will host a radio concert Friday evening November 14 at 8 o clock from WBAB Columbus Dispatch. Dr. E B Bryan president will attend the event and deliver a five minute speech accompanying the club.
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Five Teams and Seven Individuals Enter National Junior Cross Country
The Amateur Athletic Union announced five teams of eight men and seven individuals will race in the National Junior Championship cross country at Van Courtland Park on Saturday. Notable entrants include August Fager and Johnny Gray, both former Olympic cross country competitors.
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Firpo Now Only a Run After Newark Fight
New York critic mocks Firpo after a twelve round decision loss to Charlie Weinert in Newark. The piece notes Firpo’s loss of speed and power, poor footwork, and cheap drawing at the gate, with Weinert praised for a stronger performance.
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Firpo’s Decline Seen After Dempsey Era Redefined Image
The analysis notes Firpo’s decline after near-title chances and warns that era-defining strength faded. It cites Firpo’s recent weak showings against Willis and Weinert and contrasts him with Dempsey, suggesting the right hand no longer dominates. It argues Firpo lost morale after defeats, becoming less invincible.
Centre Star Out For Boxing Title
Centre star Sully Montgomery, famed tackle for Centre College nicknamed part of the Praying Colonels, returns from college to Fort Worth where his father serves as police chief. He is approached by Rob Martin, former AEF heavyweight champion, to consider boxing after graduation.
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Paddock Sets Lecture Tour After Olympic Defeats
Charlie Paddock, still hailed as the world’s fastest sprinter, leaves New York for Pittsburgh to begin a lecture tour after recent Olympic losses. He is elected as a delegate to the AAU national convention at Atlantic City, aiming to persuade the body to award the outdoors championship meet to Pasadena. Paddock travels with rival Loren Murchison to the AAU HQ.
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Southern Pacific Association
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Boxing grooming of Chicago star Montgomery under McGoorty
The article recalls how the Chicago boxing scene shaped the young fighter Montgomery. He trained under Eddie McGoorty after initial lessons in boxing and then defeated Roy Collins before learning precision to stop him in three rounds. Subsequent matches against McCarthy and Flynn taught defense, leading to a career record of 16K 7D 3L, with 23-year-old Montgomery at 6’2” and 195 pounds under Frank A. Churchill aiming for Dempsey's title.
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Roy Collins
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Frank A. Churchill
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Ohio Wesleyan Prepares for Butler Game in Indianapolis
Delaware Nov 13 Drill in offensive tactics shapes the Ohio Wesleyan squad for the Butler contest in Indianapolis. The team faces many injuries but halfback Harley Pearce may play better than at any prior point this season.
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Firpo to Fight Weinert in 12 Round Armory Bout
Lewis Firpo meets Charlie Weinert in a twelve round bout at the 113th Regiment Armory. Newark reports capacity crowd planned for the event tonight as Firpo aims to regain his fading boxing fortunes.
Jones May Shake Yale Eleven Up For Palmer Stadium Clash
Tad Jones announced possible late changes for Yale football at Palmer Stadium facing Princeton. Stanley Gill of Hartland 18 may start at left end replacing the injured Bingham while Ted Hart remains a varsity understudy. Gill trained as a freshman last year and has progressed. Bunnell is expected to start at quarterback with bench duty prior. KEckart’s possible reinstatement at guard is also under discussion.
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Jess Willard: The Biggest Heavyweight Champion
Jess Willard is cited as the largest heavyweight ever to hold the world title, noted for his imposing size and dominance in the era.
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