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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1925
Page
9
Wall Street showed mixed action with light trading and jitters as Treasury yields and Liberty bonds influenced early moves. In Pittsburgh and Chicago, cattle and hog receipts remained sizable with steady to higher quotes. lambs and sheep saw stable demand, while corn, wheat, and dairy prices fluctuated in regional exchange notes.
The California almond growers exchange opens at four cents a pound for blue diamond almonds with an estimated crop of 6,900 tons. The Georgia peanut market sees first shipments Sept 14, priced at per ton, with production expected to surpass 1924 levels amid rising oil yields and sustained output.
The 1925 potato crop in New England is projected to be as small as Maine’s 1924 harvest. The New England crop report estimates total regional output between 922,000 and 41,865,000 bushels, with outlook influenced by Maine.
Daily northbound and southbound trains serve Athens with multiple departures. No. 1 leaves at 6:36 a.m, No. 5 at 2:48 p.m, No. 2 at 1:00 p.m, No. 31 and No. 33 depart later, with arrivals for southbound No. 30 at 9: s a.m and others around 11:49 a.m or 9:40 p.m.
Sept 14 report notes sales here surpassed expectations in both quantity and money value, with a large turnout and strong demand for garments. Local merchants report brisk activity and steady prices amid a thriving market.
A fragmented report notes Bermuda onions have achieved commercial success for the first time, with expectations to increase production this year and the crop to grow further next year in Colorado.
Portland report notes knit goods makers expanding capacity to meet growing orders. The Jantzen Knitwear plant plans an addition to speed production while several new plants opened this year report strong demand across the Northwest.
New Orleans reports the latest rice crop outlook shows 9 million bushels for the past month, revised to 15.4 million bushels. The 1924 crop totaled 17 million bushels, reflecting updated estimates and prior tallies.
Textiles Boston Sept 14 reports the Amoskeng Manufacturing Company plans a new rayon plant in Manchester New Hampshire to produce its own rayon needs and relieve purchases from outside manufacturers.
Cincinnati purchases 23 year old shortstop William F Humefield from the Portland team for a five figure sum. Turner and Reds officials say two or three Reds will go to Portland to boot the deal. Humefield, Colgate graduate, last year with Williamsport and hailed as the Coast League’s top prospect.
A New York report cites a confidant claiming Jack Dempsey may retire after one more match with Harry Wills, arguing age and recent decline limit his peak performance. The source suggests Tunney would outpace him, and Dempsey likely avoids future bouts unless financially pressured.
New York September 11 veteran Major League pitchers Walter Johnson and Charles Adams prime the World Series drama as the oldest stars. Johnson, 38, and Adams, 42, loom as likely starters for the Pirates and exude enduring nerve and know how. Possible finale looms as Adams eyes retirement while Johnson pursues a minor league ownership goal.
Ty Cobb, after 20 years of big league play, hopes to top the American League in batting this season. He spoke in Augusta about aging, training strain, and the aim to finish strong as he nears possible retirement. He had planned 100 games but shifted to a strong finish as August heat affected him.
Record turnout expected for the Athens Country Club annual meeting at 7 p.m. tonight. Trustees will be elected to fill the terms of F. W. Bush and Henry Zender who retire.
New York reports Greb dominates Slattery in their middleweight bout as fans doubt the arena will attract strong interest. Promoters consider another foe for Greb unless Slattery withdraws or changes plans. Greb has long faced top challengers and seeks high reputations.
The light heavyweight champ Paul Berlenbach aims to face Dempsey and hints at delaying a bout with Jack Delaney due to damaged hands. He plans to win fan support by pursuing the premier boxing title, facing skepticism over the delay.
Louisville wins the American association pennant as Peoria mates with King of the Three Eye league in strong contention. York and Williamsport duel for the New York Pennsylvania league crown amid a disputed game. Atlanta challenges New Orleans in the Southern association while Toronto nears Baltimore in the International league. Denver battles Des Moines in the Western league as Waterbury clings to Eastern lead.
The crowd booed as Berlenbach stretched Slattery over eleven rounds in a boxing match. The article hints at fan frustration and odd comments about weaponry. It also notes Cal Coolidge returning to the White House after a notable vacation.
Lawrence Perry notes the football rules committee allowing kickoffs to be moved along the 40 yard line and beyond, aiming to expand offensive use. He recalls Buck O Neill’s flying wedge, Notre Dame and Princeton variations, and urges further innovation as coaches ponder kickoff potential.
The minors, taken collectively, have had one of the best seasons in their history, marking a standout year for the group.
The dispute pits Buffalo club owner Robertson against International League president John Conway Toole. Robertson accuses Toole of unfavorable umpire rulings and seeks a pennant winner for Buffalo. An indirect clash arises over Toole’s eight player minor league draft option, charged as favoring major league interests over the league’s.
Jacksonville report notes the seventh grade boys defeated the eighth grade team 17 to 7 in the first indoor baseball game held Saturday.
The note recalls Bob Fitzsimmons fighting at 62 and speculates that Jack Dempsey could be that age in his next match. It suggests a comparison of ages and boxing eras.
New York dispatch reports Paddy Mullin and Floyd Fitzsimmons to hold another conference after a stalemate in Willie Dempsey bout talks. Mullin says Fitzsimmons has not advanced toward posting the remaining 40 000 of a 100 000 forfeit while promoters claim 60 000 has been raised.
Walter Johnson, veteran of nineteen seasons with Washington, has a 20–6 record and a batting around .450 this season. The Consolidated Press notes his rare combination of 20 pitching wins and a high hitting average, surpassing Bentley’s 12–427 in 1923 and rivaling Johnson’s own past greatness.
Dazzy Vance closes the season strong with a no hit game and a preceding one hit game. He aims to push Brooklyn to first division status and may surpass Ehmke as the only major league pitcher with consecutive one hit and no hit games. Vance led the league last season.
Nebraska's famed printer Roland Locke seeks a half back slot with the Cornhuskers in the eleventh fall season. He brings experience and speed, touted as one of the fastest players Nebraska has had in seasons, and would be a valuable addition to the squad.
Fights in New York and nearby states produced a mix of decisions and knockouts. Zivic beat Galiano in Pittsburgh after a ten rounder while Kaplan and Harmon fought to a draw in Queens. Garrison won on a fifth round foul against Tremain in Columbus.
Glouster previews its basketball season under coach Wolfe with 31 candidates active since last week. The squad, built around Carpenter Nagel Stockline Bar and McAlister, plans intensified drills as it shapes a four man cut and aims for a strong showing this year despite graduation losses.
Finsburgh’s title bid faltered as Cantrell and Jones shut down the opposition. The Dog finished 660 and 9 to 4, while the Yankees defeated their foes 8 to 1. TF sits eight games back. baseball action elsewhere marked time.
A fragment notes eight tons of sand used for a bunker at the golf course with a second unit of sand required to finish a hole. The text is incomplete but centers on sand quantities and bunker maintenance.
The remark likens Engel to an alley cat while Ral accuses the bowling game of slander. The exchange suggests tensions over how the sport is portrayed and perceived.
No home runs yesterday in office or league. League totals show Nette at 608 and American at 490 with India records unchanged.
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