Wesleyan Favored Over Miami in Buckeye Intercollegiate Clash
Ohio Wesleyan enters Saturday's game at Miami with three straight wins and 121 points scored while surrendering 7. Miami, aiming to rebound from a loss to Denison, is seen by some as a challenger but many expect Wesleyan to prevail.
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Bottomley Touted as Most Valuable in National League
The 1928 National League MVP race centers on Jim Bottomley of the St. Louis Cardinals Freddy Lindstrom of the New York Giants and Burleigh Grimes of the Pittsburgh Pirates as leading candidates. Bottomley batted .325 with 83 RBIs to lead the league in runs batted in while Lindstrom hit .358 and contributed strong late-season play for the Giants.
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Buckeyes Favored Over Michigan in Big Game
Columbus, Oct. 18. Ohio State, coached by Dog Wilce, is favored to beat Michigan for the first time in seven years. The Wolverines, after two losses to Ohio Wesleyan and Indiana, face a stronger Buckeye squad while Michigan’s recent wins over Wittenberg and Northwest seem crushed by the underdog history.
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May Transfer Club Ownership to Gary in 1929
Owner Perry of the Indianapo club may transfer his team Gary in 1929 after winning a pennant but losing money in Hoosier city this year.
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Iowa claims top Big Ten test back in Pape
Iowa notes its back in Pape showed speed in a pre season game against Monmouth, dashing 72 yards for a touchdown. Pape’s return highlighted the Hawkeyes' pass protection and ground attack as they prep for conference play.
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Hard contest in store for Middleport Yellow Jackets
Middleport High School Yellow Jackets head to Marietta for the third game of the season this Saturday. The team is in good shape and expected to put up a strong showing in this tough test on the schedule. Remaining games include Waverly here on Oct. 27 Chesapeake here on Nov. 3 Point Pleasant here on Nov. 10 Gallipolis there on Nov. 17 Mercerville here on Nov. 24 and Pomeroy here on Nov. 29.
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Bush-Biddle Dinner Contest Near End
The Bush-Biddle dinner contest at Athens Country Club is nearly finished with 30 pairs still to play. The Biddle team leads by a few points and final play has been extended to the evening of October 22 due to a conflict on October 21. Local golfers not yet paired may report to Art Smith to gain an opportunity to play.
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Athens
Art Smith
Pirates Release Mulligan to Dallas Texas League
The Pittsburgh Pirates released reserve infielder Eddie Mulligan to the Dallas Texas League club with no strings attached.
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Dallas
Ohio University Bobcats Host Homecoming clash with Bearcats
Ohio University's 1895 first football roster was noted for beards while the 1928 squad has none. On Home Coming Day October 20 the Bobcats will host Cincinnati University Bearcats as part of the festivities. Coach Don Peden faces injuries to Hart and Young but remains confident his team will live up to the Bobcats name.
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Parking Plan For Ohio University Fans At Ohio Field
The Athens Tourist Camp becomes a parking space for fans at Ohio Field during Ohio University athletic events. O C Bird director of physical education says the change will ease traffic jams after games. He urges early arrival for the Home Coming game with gates opening at 1 pm.
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Club owner Perry laments losses after pennant
James O. Perry of Indianapolis reports about 100000 dollars in losses despite winning the American Association pennant. He cites finances as a setback for the club this season.
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Indianapolis
Pomeroy High Faces Wellston in Friday Showdown
Pomeroy High School meets Wellston at Pythian Park Friday at 3 45 p m. After a strong showing against Nelsonville last week, the squad boosts young players with only two seniors, while coach Farnam pushes a growing team toward victory despite being inexperienced.
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Paolino Uzcudun Fights Big Boy Peterson at Ebbets Field
U R Paolino Uzcudun Basque heavyweight meets Big Boy Peterson in a 10 round bout at Ebbets Field Brooklyn Peterson substitutes for Roberto Roberts who withdrew with injuries Uzcudun a 2 to 1 favorite aims for first U S appearance since returning from Europe tonight.
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Bobcats Brace for Bearcats in Annual Homecoming Game
Ohio University prepares to face Cincinnati Bearcats in a pivotal Homecoming clash after gains by Wittenberg and Ohio Wesleyan. Coach Babcock aims to reverse last year’s lopsided result while key players struggle with injuries.
Scout Predicts Hallahan Will Be Card Sensation in 1929
Scout Charley Barrett of the St. Louis Cards says Wild Bill Hallahan, a young southpaw who starred in the Texas League this year, will be a sensation with the club in 1929.
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Big Red Gridmen Struggle With Injuries Ahead of Portsmouth Clash
The Bulldogs suffer heavy injuries under Coach Harold Wise. Regulars under trainer Jimmy Warren may keep them from a hopeful start as the team plows into Portsmouth Saturday. A recent rain soaked scrimmage exposed Athens backs' slippery sidesteps and stiff arms behind chalk lines.
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Pairings Set for Kerr-Sisler Golf Match at Athens Club
Women golfers of Athens Country Club begin their Kerr-Sisler annual match on October 15 with all contests to be completed by October 29. The losing team hosts a dinner for the winners on October 31 at the club. Five pairings listed include Mrs Sisler, Mrs Kerr, and others amid a fourteen hole format.
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