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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1932

Page

5

Mick's Hopes Rest on Left And Courage

Mick Walker, a New Jersey fighter, faces Germany's Max Schmeling at Madison Square Garden in a charity bout aiding a milk fund for babies. Analysts note Schmeling's physical edge, but Walker's heart and a sharp left hook may swing the outcome. trainer Doc Kearns plans an aggressive start and downbeat strategy if needed.

New York Max Schmeling Germany Mickey Walker New Jersey Madison Square Garden Bowl Schmeling Walker Battery Bronx David Goliath

Football rules brush up on your

Los Angeles columnist reports on Howard Jones, as a long time coach at the University of Southern California, endorsing new football rules aimed at safety and speed. He notes impacts on piling on, substitutions, protective gear, and hands on the face while praising Trojan blocking. He predicts clearer play and fewer injuries if coaches and players adhere to the rules.

Los Angeles Howard Jones University of Southern California Yale Trojan Jones Trojans

National League baseball standings and game results

Summary of National League and American League scores with box details. Notable games include Philadelphia vs New York results, Pittsburgh vs St. Louis, Chicago vs Cleveland, and St. Louis vs Detroit, plus American League matchups and minor league notes. Multiple games list pitchers and run totals.

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Bobcats Face Indiana After Rough Rio Grande Start

Ohio University coach Don Peden braces for Indiana after a 19 point loss to Rio Grande. The piece notes line play struggles backfield speed and lack of a reliable passer, with talks of a tough week of practice and a potential 50 point setback looming against Indiana. Billy Thom of Indiana predicts a stronger Hoosier year and sees Ohio as a possible challenge rather than a doormat.

Rio Grande Ohio Universiy Bobcats Indiana Don Peden Billy Thom Hoosiers Northwestern Thom Notre Dame Purdue

Four Trophies Won In ICAAA Track History

Since the ICAAA was organized 54 years ago only four championship trophies have been permanently won Harvard Yale Cornell and Southern California achieved the feat in track and field.

Harvard Yale Cornell Southern California

Hicks Opens Defense in National Amateur Golf Championship

Helen Hicks of Long Island begins defense of her national amateur title at Salem Country Club Peabody Massachusetts facing a field of 98 players in the 18 hole qualifying test to trim entries to 32. England and Canada are represented by strong contestants as the 37 year history of the tourney continues.

Peabody Mass U.P Sturdy Helen Hicks Long Island Salem Country Club England Canada

Louisville Amateur Championship Final Sees Eppings Down Moose

In Louisville the Municipal Baseball Association final saw the Louisville Eppings beat the Cincinnati Moose 5 to 4. Cincinnati had earlier eliminated the St Louis Sentinels 11 to 4, while Louisville drew a bye in the semis. The industrial title went to the Nashville Dupont Ravens, who defeated the Louisville Wings 8 to 5.

Louisville Sept Municipal Baseball Association Louisville Eppings Cincinnati Moose Cincinnati St. Louis Sentinels Nashville Dupont Ravens Louisville Wings

Middleport Triumphs 6-0 Over Ironton in Season Opener

Middleport Yellow Jackets defeated Ironton 6 to 0 at Ironton Stadium. Allensworth scored after a 40-yard return and key blocks opened the drive as Middleport dominated play, denying Ironton a scoring chance in the first half.

Middleport Ironton Middleport Yellow Jackets Ironton Stadium Trenton Yellow Jackets Iocals Allensworth Gardner Neal Fighting Hogan Kelly

Spartans Open NPFL Season With 7-0 Win Over Giants

Portsmouth Spartans defeated the New York Giants 7 to 0 in the NPFL opener before 2080 spectators. Dateh Clark scored the lone touchdown on a run around left end in the second period, with Glenn Preantell adding the extra point.

Portsmouth Sept Spartana New York Giants Spartans Wea Giants Dateh Clark Colorado Glenn Preanell Nebraska Portamouth Gothamites Pos New York McKalip Badgro Armatrong Rodenger L Gibson Vanderph Hein Fimerson Cagewood Christensen Owen Ettling Flaherty Clark Moran Lumpkin Burnett Alford Cagle Clark Preanelt Karch Ohio State O Bransen Cincinnati Thomas Charleston

Burgett Leads Merchants Solitaire Billiards Tourney Opening

Burgett tops the first day at Varalty Pool Room with 62 points for lead. Warren 46 and Preston 34 follow in a two week event. Standings list many players including McDaniels 384 and Len hart Priest 33 as play continues amid injuries to Halfback Bennett who dislocated a shoulder likely sidelined until mid season.

John Burnett Merchanta Varalty Pool Room Warren Freeaton Burgett Preston Whipple McDaniels Lenhart-Priest Roan McKalip Severson Cartwright Hallarman Curley Blaker Linseatt Harvey Biddle Smith Pitt Iron City Boye Bennett Middleport

Wolverines Face Early Tests In Cruising Toward Title

In a preview of Big Ten football Michigan fields one of the league’s strongest squads. With Kipke’s squad aiming for peak form in early October the Wolverines must win three early games against Michigan State Northwestern and Ohio State. The roster includes Harry Newman at quarterback and a deep backfield along with strong line veterans.

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