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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1922
Page
6
New York opinion piece criticizes Yale football for a poor season despite strong players. It supports Tad Jones but argues the failure lies with Yale program rather than coach, citing late-game strategy and lack of scoring against Harvard and Princeton.
Oberlin director C W Savage declines Ohio Wesleyan challenge for a postseason game. He cites broken training, need for a faculty vote, and conference approval to play on a noncontesting field. He says the teams’ records suffice and the mythical conference championship is the false motive.
In a 33 tie with West Side Athletic club yesterday in Columbus, the Wagner Pirates secured the city’s independent football championship for a third straight season.
Paris November 27 Battling Siki the light heavyweight champion of the world lost his temper and the title after a brutal clash at Cafe Trianon Balzac Prunier knocked him out and fans demanded Sikis removal. He apologized later but was disqualified at midnight and sent away by police as officials debated his punishment.
Billy Evans discusses how recent champions like Villa and Walker seek soft money bouts after title wins. He notes the practice of fighting outside weight classes risks the title and that commissions may allow or veto such matches. Evans argues dodging stronger contenders harms the sport and suggests welters are eager to face Walker.
The Hills of West Virginia play a prominent role in the team’s success as Phil Hill anchors the defense and helps drive the offense. Hill holds down a key position, contributing steady leadership for the Mountaineers.
Buffalo promoter Charles Murray reports a telegram from Jess Willard indicating willingness to meet Floyd Johnson in Buffalo late in January or February. Johnson is under contract to meet Bill Brennan Harry Wills or Willard while Willard’s wife urges a rematch with Dempsey. Willard says he is in fine condition and will surprise the critics.
Dayton report details two traffic incidents. John A. Mar Bert, 28, of the National Military home, sustained likely fatal injuries when his car collided with a Dayton & Western traction car. In a separate crash, a Cincinnati & Dayton bus struck railroad ties placed across the Cincinnati pike, with ten ties causing a near disaster. police believe the obstruction was set to damage the road.
Ithaca N Y November 27 Cornell relies on its great backfield and strong line to topple Pennsylvania on Thanksgiving Day. Raw a top back last year and Al America selection is improving. Kaw a leading triple threat back. Plain a brainy quarterback. Cassidy and Ramsey provide strong support. Coach Dobie praises the back field.
Reports to the election board show most campaign dollars in Belmont County went to advertising with Democrats spending the most. Democrats won all but three county offices. An unrelated line about infants’ taste is noted.
All-America quarterback Bo McMillan notes a shift as southern teams move away from hometown coaching to adopted systems. He cites Centre, Georgia Tech, Georgia, and Alabama advances, with Penn State and others gaining respect, driven by open play and cross-region influences shaping the rise of southern programs.
Paris suburb Maisons Lafitte serves as a training hub for French thoroughbreds and hosts a vibrant American-influenced scene. The writer tours bars, witnesses pinpicle finals, and meets U S jockeys and trainers while skirting lavish estates and a taste of home amid racing culture.
STATE COLLEGE Pa November 27 Beat Pittsburg is the Penn State rallying cry as the team prepares for the Thanksgiving Day game with Pitt. Coach Blezdek drills hard from now until Turkey Day hoping to rebound from a scoreless Syracuse tie a Navy loss and a 7 6 defeat by Pennsylvania.
Rival coaches in the Thanksgiving game clash as Cornell seeks to extend a strong season while Penn aims to ruin Cornell’s hopes. The Big Red, after beating Colgate 14 to 0 and defeating Dartmouth, would face a dramatic setback with a Penn loss, while Cable hopes to capitalize on Penn’s vulnerability and finish strong.
ANN ARBOR, Mich. Nov. 27 Coach Yost says he will not quit coaching the Wolverines next year. He notes he will leave active work only when a capable coaching crew is ready and Michigan’s athletic staff is prepared to carry on.
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