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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1923

Page

6

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Ohio Wesleyan Faces Saint Xavier in Key Ohio Conference Showdown

In Delaware, anticipation builds as Ohio Wesleyan hosts Saint Xavier in a pivotal Ohio Conference clash that could reshape the race. Coach Gauthier’s team, led by Herb Davis, aims to solidify status atop the standings while Wooster and Akron loom in upcoming tests for both sides.

Last Night’s Fights Feature Regional Winners and Stops

Red McLachlin of Saginaw defeated Bobby Barrett of Philadelphia in a clean win. Howard Mayberry also defeated Tommy Hughes. Jeff Smith of Bayonne stopped Young Fisher in the eighth round in Portland Maine.

Detroit Red McLachlin Saginaw Bobby Barrett Philadelphia Howard Mayberry Tommy Hughes Portland Jeff Smith Bayonne N. J Young Fisher Syracuse N. Y

Yale Plans Scrimmage Drills Ahead of Princeton Clash

Yale coaches arrange a brief scrimmage in the bowl this afternoon to improve defense following the Maryland game. A longer session is planned tomorrow using the Princeton foe for Saturday’s opening whistle, with the scrimmage squad expected to mirror the opponent.

New Haven Conn Maryland Yale Princton

Use Glostoria Oil to Keep Hair Neatly Combed

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Mightiest Fighting Man Now a Trooper

The Ohio University football squad reported Monday night for signal practice with few minor injuries. They will drill this week in fundamentals and scrimmages in preparation for the Saturday game with Denison at Granville. The team exhausted after a hard loss at Wesleyan, where a heavier Methodist lineup won 27 points in the second quarter before Ohio steadied in defense.

Ohio University Denison Granville Ohio Wesleyan Methodists Methodist

Rockne Masters Chemistry and Football Strategy

Notre Dame coach Knute Rockne is described as a dual expert in chemistry and football. The article highlights his analytical approach, noting his use of forward passes and deceptive formations that confound Army and Princeton, while drawing a playful link between chemistry and game strategy.

Coach Rockne Notre Dame Billy Fvang Knute Rockne Rockne Mr. Webster Princton Rockne Army Princeton Tigers

Fighter Tommy Gibbons Demonstrates Golf Form in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City report notes heavyweight Tommy Gibbons who nearly faced Jack Dempsey last summer in Shelby Montana plays golf with smooth technique. Observers praise his posture, weight transfer, and compact follow through as evidence of genuine skill on the municipal links.

Salt Lake City Tommy Gibbons Yap Jack Dempsey Shelby Mont Tommy Vardon

Pillette's Slump Dims Tigers in 1928 Season

Detroit star Herman Pillette, once a top prospect in the 1922 cohort, slumped in 1928 with 14 wins and 20 losses as the Tigers finished second. Illness and injuries hampered a pennant bid, though Cobb and others expect a rebound next year.

Detroit Herman Pillette Detroit Tigers Pitlette Faber Rommel Shocker Bush Pillette Tigers Yankees

Ohio State Likely to Meet Chicago Without Two Star Ends

Ohio State faces Chicago in the annual gridiron clash likely minus Gorrill at right end and Dobeleit at halfback due to injuries from the Purdue game. Gorrill has a twisted ankle and Dobeleit an injured knee while Wilson shifts to right end and Cunningham to left wing in last night’s practice.

Columbus Ohio State Chicago Gorrill Dobeleit Purdue Dobclent Wilson Cunningham Ohio Boilermakers Kutler Nichols

Boxing Terms and Baseball Buzz Ring Through Sports Notes

A throwaway editorial tone notes a Gettleman prize fighter and a quip about Firpo and Dempsey. It discusses a potential rematch and crowds yet to decide the three year old hoes championship while linking potato grower attention. Giants may sign Carl Mays as Omaha officials scrutinize a pitcher hunt amid Nebraska coach controversy and a misfired training cue.

Denial and debate over Red Grange’s pro status in football

The text contests Red Grange’s professional claim while noting his strong play. It quotes Col. Hickory Knut on diatribes and references early dinosaur egg finds in China. It mentions Henri Eluere, France’s No. 3 heavyweight, and compares rankings to a bowl of goulash.

Henri Eluere France

Mike McTigue Sues Over Slander Quest for 50000

A manager seeks fifty thousand dollars in slander damages linked to Mike McTigue. The case highlights the contentious nature of prizefighting publicity. Quarterback Dern of Pennsylvania is reported out for the season amid ongoing sports chatter.

Mike McTigue Dern Pennsylvania Damit

Ramsay MacDonald Moves Censure Vote in House

Immediately after reassembly Ramsay MacDonald opposition leader moves a vote of censure against Premier Baldwin over tariff policy. The action targets the government amid early session questions in London.

London Ramsay MacDonald House of Commons Baldwin

Wrestlers With College Degree Scrap For Title

The article notes wrestlers with university backgrounds, highlighting Wladek Zbyszko from Vienna University and Hans Steinke from Berlin University, alongside Josef Breitberg who studied languages at Petrograd University. It argues intellectual prowess exists among active wrestlers and questions wrestling as an intellectual sport.

Wladek Zbyszko Vienna University Hans Steinke Berlin University Josef Breitberg Petrograd University Watson

Former Crown Prince Friedrich Wilhelm Returns Home

Former Crown Prince Friedrich Wilhelm arrived at his Silesian estates on November 13 and rejoined his family. He traveled by motor car since crossing the German frontier, seemingly to mislead reporters.

Oels Pruastan Stlesse Friedrich Wilhelm Silesian

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