Bobcats Edge Wittenberg as Air Attack Stings Ohio
Ohio University falls 13 to 12 to Wittenberg in Springfield in the 1928 BA season opener. Hart scores the go ahead TD after a late drive, while Wittenberg relies on aerial attack to crack the Ohio defense. Injuries benched Begole and Crammer as 1,000 fans travel by special train from Athens.
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Young Wee Bibl
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Ohio University and Wittenberg Shine on Radio Broadcast
Radio listeners praised WCSO reception during the Ohio University versus Wittenberg game at Springfield. The announcer praised the band in new uniforms and the teams as steady rivals near the goal line as Wittenberg pressed for another win.
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Glouster Tom Cats Triumph Over McConnelsville Visitor
Glouster HighVars beat McConnelsville 6 to 0 at home on October 13. Corneil intercepted a pass and Steadman ran it in for the only touchdown. Steadman led backfield work. Cornwell Kittle and Wallace blocked well. New ends Graft and Eddy impressed and Addison Parker and Yocum praised for line play.
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Rains Cleaners Set for Masts in Logan Showdown
In Logan on October 13, the Rains Cleaners of Columbus, a semi pro football team, will face the Masts Restaurants in a third contest of the season. The game headlines local sports as both teams seek a crucial win.
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Masts Restaurants
Pomeroy Loses 68 to Nelsonville in Tough Home Test
Pomeroy High School suffered a 68 to 12 defeat to Nelsonville in a season opener at Pomeroy. Coach Farnham praised his backfield and passing game as the team showed resilience, while noting Nelsonville’s superior overall strength and the backfield punch that carried the visitors to victory.
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Don Young Leads Weekly Shoot at Athens Aigle Club
Don Young was high man in the weekly Shoot at Marquets Creek Range. The Athens Aigle Club event drew four positions with totals around 190 and an average near 47 percent, listing Pickering, Withing, and Coates with varying scores.
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Athens
Ohio State Defeats Northwestern 10 to 0 in Big Ten Opener
Ohio State University beat Northwestern University 10 to 0 in Chicago, avenging last year’s loss. Byron Eby scored on a 2nd quarter forward pass from Allan Holman, Barratt kicked the extra point and later added a field goal. Northwestern fumbled frequently and failed to reach the goal line after a late surge.
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Middleport Bears Rutland Eleven in Field Dedication Game
Middleport High School dedicated its new athletic field by beating Rutland High 12 to 0. Captain Lambert starred, breaking loose for a 20 yard touchdown run as Middleport dominated from start to finish amid dedication ceremonies and a band concert.
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Grove City Huskies face uncertain management with Robinson linked
Grove City Pa October 13 1 John Carroll Blue Streaks visit as Grove City football coach Robinson is discussed as potential manager for the club while Albion College beats Detroit Tech 35 and a proposed plan to resign in favor of a younger leader is noted in the day’s teletypes.
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John Carroll
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Hiram Smothered by UPL Zippers 68 to 0
UPL Zippers routed Hiram with dominant offense and stout defense scoring 68 while holding Hiram scoreless. The winners outplayed Hiram in every department of the game this afternoon.
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Wesleyan routs Cincinnati with 71 to 0 victory
In Cincinnati on October 18 Ohio Wesleyan University dominated the University of Cincinnati. The Battling Bishops scored two touchdowns in each of the first two periods, four in the third and three in the fourth for a 71 to 0 win, the largest Wesleyan score in coach George Gauthier's eight years.
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State Reserves Triumph Over Ohio Wesleyan Reserves
Ohio State Reserves defeated Ohio Wesleyan Reserves 13 to 0 on October 13 in Columbus. The game summary notes a shutout by the Buckeyes with scoring plays by OSU players, highlighting the defensive effort and decisive finish.
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Michigan Falls to Indiana for First Time in Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor Michigan, Oct 1 The Wolverines were beaten by Indiana 7 to 0 breaking a long winning streak. Frank Faunce scored in the final quarter as Indiana outgained Michigan 295 yards to 74 on the ground and Michigan failed to convert through the air, with two Hoosier passes intercepted and Michigan punting 45 yards per punt.
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Formal Signing to Install Walter Johnson as Nationals Pilot
Washington faces a formality in signing Walter Johnson as manager of the Washington Nationals, with Clark Griffith pledging Johnson full authority and a two to three year contract. Griffith hopes Johnson finishes his career as Nationals skipper as festivities begin for his homecoming.
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Denison Dominates Miami in Homecoming Victory
Granville October 18 Denison Big Red defeated Miami 21 to 0 before a homecoming crowd. Two touchdowns came in the first three minutes on a 30 yard run and a punt block return. Schalflex scored twice, one after a blocked punt and another on an interception. Meidinger punched in a third opening quarter TD. Miami halted Denison briefly after the burst.
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Otterbein Defeats Kenyon 18 to 0 on Interceptions and 95-yard Run
Otterbein stopped Kenyon with two interception sets and led 12 6 at halftime. In the fourth quarter Otterbein quarterback Lee returned a punt 95 yards for a TD. Walling Kenyon fullback stood out on defense and offense.
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Western Reserve Dominates Baldwin Wallace 58 to 0
Western Reserve’s football team overwhelmed Baldwin Wallace in BERBER on Oct. 18. Reserve scored at will, building an 18 point first quarter, 23 in the second, 7 in the third and 20 in the final period, with a late interception yielding no relief for the opposing squad.
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Mount Union Crushers Case 19 to 0 at Van Horn Field
Mount Union defeated Case 19 to 0 at Van Horn Field Cleveland on October 13. Mount Union opened a strong second half with the Cage line breaking through to power runs by Meredith Glenwright and Emerson for the decisive gains. Tyler and Kuhn contributed but_CD remains unable to test the Mt Union defense.
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Oberlin and Wooster Tie In Homecoming Game
Oberlin and Wooster played to a 2 0 tie in Oberlin's homecoming game. A hard fought contest featured forward passes from both teams with Wooster earning nine first downs to Oberlin's seven.
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Marathon Star Arthur Gavyrin Wins Port Chester Race
Arthur Gavyrin, a New York University junior, won the 26 mile 35 yard New York to Port Chester run in 2 hours 67 minutes 27 seconds. Del Mar finished second nearly a mile back in the annual event.
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Breaks Give Marietta Win in Athens Game
The Marietta Tigers defeated the Athens Bulldogs 7 to 6 in a college football scare at Navy Field Chicago. The game featured a late Hughes touchdown run and a disputed call as the Irish team outplayed their rivals throughout the contest.
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Consistent Carmichael Sparked Ground Gain in Defeat
Consistent Carmichael led ground gains for the Big Red eleven in a hard fought loss to Marietta Tigers. Marietta's only score came on a George to Patterson TD pass after a 35 yard line interception, as Athens pressured with several strong plays including Fields tackling and Carmichael’s steady rushing.
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Sherry PPO Patch Postponed A Week
The match among four professionals at the Athens Country Club has been postponed to October 21. Players Art Smuth Stark Bray? and Dapper, all Cincinnati pros, formed a foursome that played a record match last Sunday in Cincinnati.
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Ohio colleges and teams post varied football scores
Ohio universities post large wins across the slate with Heidelberg 24 and Ohio Northern 0 while Muskingum dominates 60 to 0. Ohio State shuts out Northwestern 16 0 and Dartmouth overwhelms Allegheny 87 12. Other results include Cincinnati and Columbus area scores and scattered high school games.
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Scandal In 1914 Giants Dodgers Game Fix Allegations
New York Sun reports an unnamed minister accused the New York Giants of throwing games to the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1914. The 22 year old series ties to 1916 pennant are cited as context. John A Heydler asked Judge Landis to investigate, though Heydler denies requesting an inquiry.
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