Georgia Tech Poised to Finish Undefeated in Tough Season
Sports writer Henry L Farrell notes Georgia Tech’s chances to end the year undefeated despite rivals doubting them. He recalls past upsets and cites key games that shaped national perceptions including Notre Dame Army and Michigan’s seasons, underscoring the era’s competitive parity and the endurance of a “little guy” team ready for a big shot.
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Georgia Tech Likely to Play Cal on New Year's Day
Berkeley officials report Georgia Tech probably will be invited to meet the University of California in a New Year’s Day gridiron contest here. California yesterday accepted an invitation to participate in the Tournament of Roses game and agreed to meet the southern team.
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NYU Faces Looming Asteroid Oregon Tilt Tomorrow
NYU grapples with a pivotal intersectional clash against the Oregon Aggies as captain Al Lassman is sidelined. Meehan praised the Carnegie Tech win and warned the season’s cadence may turn on tomorrow’s outcome against a western foe.
Famous race track may be sold in Chicago deal
Negotiations for Arlington Park the $3 000 000 Chicago race track near completion buyers include Charles McCulloch and eastern racing stables leaders Joseph B Widener R T Wilson and Harry Payne Whitney Chicago names John D Hertz Otto W Lehmann John R Thompson Jr Laurence Armour Ralph Hines linked to the deal May Frederic McLaughlin American National Jockey Club president may resign and be replaced Lehmann tipped as successor Frank J Bruen would remain the sole American National Jockey Club member post transfer
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Gauthier Praises Wesleyan Team At Banquet
Ohio Wesleyan University coach George Gauthier lauds the Battling Bishops for their 1928 season after a Delaware Chamber of Commerce banquet. He credits team spirit and self sacrifice, notes no stars, and recalls aiming to defeat Michigan while criticizing late-season nerves after a loss to Wittenberg.
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Stanford Notes Arrival of Pop Warner Army Game Trip
Stanford University coach Pop Warner and 30 players were en route to New York to face Army Saturday. The team arrived tonight after a brief stop in Chicago and took a group photo but did not hold a workout.
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Matmen Will Meet Columbus in Third Bout
Jack Reynolds welterweight title holder faces Bobby Chick of Texas in a three fall match here tonight. Chick has already beaten Reynolds twice then agreed to a final bout. Reynolds tossed him. The title is not at stake.
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Michigan Names Truskowski 1928 Football Captain
Michigan announces Joe Truskowski of Detroit as captain for the 1928 team. The choice was made by the 1928 squad after the season.
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Soul of Honor Wins Bowley Endurance Handicap at Bowley
At Bowley Audley Farm's Soul of Honor, paying $53.60, won the 2yearolds endurance handicap with $10,000 added. He ran 1 mile 70 yards in 1:44, earning owners $9,715. Twink faded after seven furlongs, Sunvir took second, Neddie third. Torchilla won Pennsylvania Railroad purse at Churchill Downs. Jockey F Halbert rode a first, fourth and seventh, on Perfect Model Dimple Dunkie and Howard Lee.
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Brothers Wagner Remembered In Pittsburgh Obit
The Pittsburgh obituary recalls Al Wagner who died at 58, brother of John "Hans" Wagner. Al, a versatile player and early forerunner of the Flying Dutchman, helped shape both brothers careers by joining teams and filling multiple positions including shortstop where he made history.
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Francis Defeats Nationalista in European Bantamweight Bout
In Los Angeles on November 23, Italian bantamweight champion Kid Francis overpowered and won a ten round decision against Filipino challenger Young Nationalista.
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Georgetown Coach Nominates All America Eleven
Lou Little of Georgetown announces an Associated Press all American team with two Carnegie Tech players and two from New York University. The selection includes eight Eastern players with other regions represented and features end Barrabee NYU and Rosenzweig Carnegie Tech, and center Westgate Pennsylvania.
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Western Reserve and Yale Discuss 1930 Football Game
Western Reserve University officials are negotiating with Yale for a 1930 football game to be played in Cleveland. Yale alumni are sponsoring the move.
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Americans Lead NHL With 1–0 Victory Over Senators
The Americans stay undefeated after a 1 to 0 win against Ottawa Senators, solidifying their lead in the NHL. Rangers remain second in the American group while Ottawa tops the international group with seven points. Montreal Maroons crushed Toronto Maple Leafs 4 to 0 to close gap, and Boston edged Pittsburgh 1 to 0 at Boston.
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