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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 14, 1924

Page

8

Ohio Conference Football Upsets Predicted This Week

Stanley D. Koch surveys upcoming Ohio Conference games with optimism for surprises as undefeated teams collide and Oberlin seeks form against Western Reserve. Denison, Muskingum, and Ohio Wesleyan linger in the mix while Kenyon, Wooster, and Miami aim to rebound in a rugged schedule.

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1923 Stars Fail to Shine in Season Review

Detroit report highlights Heinie Manush Bill Kamm and Homer Summa as top recruits from 1923 who underperformed. Manush fell to .250, Kamm slumped after high pre season promise, Summa dropped from early batting peaks, signaling a disappointing season for the trio.

Detroit Mich Heinie Manush Bill Kamm Chicago Homer Summa Cleveland Manush Cobb Bobby Veach Kamm San Francisco O'Connell Itale Bentley Willie Summa Swat

Dykes Voted MVP Golfer by Philadelphia Writers

Philadelphia reports Jimmy Dykes earned the sports writers vote as the most valuable ball player on Philadelphia teams. The Athletics third baseman and utility infielder is praised for his bat and versatility and is noted for his recent golf interest and driving accuracy on the greens.

Philadelphia Asolf Jimmy Dykes Philly Jimmy Athletics Fon the Greene

Ohio University Football Schedules and Transfers Mentioned

The Athens paper notes Jack Hendricks may buy George Kelly to replace Jake Daubert in Cincinnati. It mentions Keplinger of the Green and White tossing passes, Ohio University’s varsity-Freshman game canceled to attend Ohio State vs Ohio Wesleyan, and upcoming Kenyon clash. Ineligible Gallipolis players and Wisemen also cited amid Ohio football chatter.

Jack Hendricks George Kelly Giants Jake Daubert Cincinnati Jimmy O'Connell Kelly

Michigan Picks Up Two Stars For Freshmen Team

Arbors Michigan welcomes Tio Molenda and Bennie Oosterbaan, top all around athletes from Detroit Eastern and Muskegon high schools. Both join the 1923 Michigan freshman squad and bring four sport prowess in football baseball basketball and track. Molenda earned All America center honors in basketball at Chicago nationals. Oosterbaan starred as end on prep eleventh and earned All America center at the national tournament in 1923.

Ann Arbor Mich Tio” Molenda Bennie Oosterbaan Michicana Prep University of Michigan Molenda Oosterbaan Wolverines Detroit Eastern High Eastern Chicago Gosterbaan Muskegon High Ecriool

Getting Ready For Ohio University Basketball Practice

Ohio University plans a Wednesday afternoon gym session to begin basketball readiness. The Green and White schedule this season is set to be one of the toughest, while Coach Grover scouts for promising sophomore material.

Ohio University Grover

Real Hero for You at Michigan Football

Ann Arbor, October 14. Lyman C. Savage, a Chicago-born Michigan fan, loves football and tries out for the team despite being too small for varsity. He has been out for three years, season after season, yet remains determined to play.

Ann Arbor Mich Lyman C. Savage Chicago Michigan Savage Savar Windy City

Chauncey Dover to Play Glouster in Friday Game

Chauncey Dover high school hosts Glouster high on Friday after a 12 to 9 victory over New Lexington Nast last Friday. Thomas and Howard shone for Chauncey Dover while Mobertson starred for New Lexington.

Chauncey-Dover Glouster Chauncey Chauncey- Dover High School Glouster High Eleven Chauncey- Dover New Lexington

Savage Keeps Faithful Scrub Spirit At Michigan

A devoted Michigan quarterback, Savage endures a season on the scrubs while paying his own way for pre season practice. He aims to support his alma mater and proves plucky with grit and determination despite never making the varsity.

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Giants Manager McGraw Meets Ex-Coach Dolan Before World Tour

New York report says John McGraw manager of the Giants and Cory Dolan, banished ex-coach for alleged bribery, held a two hour conference last night just before McGraw left to join the club on a world tour. Outcome of the meeting was not disclosed.

New York John McGraw New York Giants Cory Dolan McGraw

Greb and Loughran Fight To Ten-Round Draw In Philly

Harry Greb, the middleweight champion, fought Tommy Loughran to a ten round draw in Philadelphia. Greb had the edge but his hitting tactics cost him the decision. In an earlier bout, Joe Tiplitz and Whitey Fitzgerald also drew in an eighth round preliminary.

Philadelphia Harry Greb Tommy Loughran Greb Joe Tiplitz Whitey Fitzgerald

Rockwell Poised for Big Ten Fame After Wisconsin Run

Coach Yielding Yost predicts a big year for Rockwell, the young standout who filled in for Uteritz after injury. He rose to fame with a standout late run against Wisconsin, signaling a sensational season ahead.

Rockwell Yost Uteritz Wisconsin

Will Turn Outfielder Or Joe Bush Of Yankees

Joe Bush star pitcher with the New York Americans plans to move to the outfield after his pitching career. He is noted as a strong hitter and versatile player in baseball coverage.

Joe Bush Bush

Mack Develops Strong Pitcher and Hitter in Heimach

Connie Mack has built a solid left handed pitcher in Fred Heimach who also contributes timely hits. Heimach wins many games with his batting as well as his pitching record.

Fred Heimach Connie Mack Heimach

Vanderbilt Hopes for Strong Southern Football Team

Vanderbilt projects a powerful season with nine key players returning from last year. The standout is Bomar, an All-American end, anchoring the Vanderbilt attack and defense as the team aims to lead the south.

Vanderbilt South Bomar

Jamieson Rated Best Outfielder in American League

Cleveland outfielder Jamieson is hailed as the league’s top defensive and offensive performer. He is described as a hustling ball player who does everything well and stands out in the American League.

Jamieson Cleveland

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