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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1912
Page
5
The first successful American automobile was the Duryea wagon, the original Stevens Duryea. The first marketable six cylinder car was a Stevens-Duryea and it showcased nearly all major motor car improvements. Johnson Motor Car Co. invites demonstrations at 87 S Forsyth St, phone Main 2416.
Cleveland April 20 Special The Tigers loom as a factor in the American League pennant races, Manager Harry Davis of the Naps says. He notes Cobb Crawford Stanage Mullin and other stars in their prime will keep Detroit in the run. He forecasts uncertainty in pennant picks and praises prospects like Vitt Loudon and Dubuc as promising young pitchers for Detroit.
Athens April 24 Special Coach Cunningham of the University of Georgia says prospects for a strong team next fall are encouraging though uncertain. Plans include a pre season training camp in north Georgia near Gainesville for a month of light practice and conditioning before returning to Athens mid September for signal practice and scrimmages. Spring drills aim to develop a quarterback and a punter for 1930s squad.
Sun Yat Sen signals government steps to prevent future famines as the central famine relief committee expands relief efforts in China. Earl H. Cressy notes rising conviction that prosperity rests on the people’s welfare, with dykes and irrigation to deter hunger and set reclamation examples for landowners. Wu Ting Feng and Chang Chien assist in promoting conservation policy.
Heavyweight champion Jack Johnson, in Chicago exclusive remarks, says he would fight for a $30,000 purse to defend the title and that Jim Flynn is the right challenger. He recalls earlier boxing eras, defends his condition, and notes Clark Klondike’s thwarted challenge while praising Kaufmann and other top heavyweights amid retirement speculation.
Sewanee baseball returns from seven day layoff to prepare for April 25 26 series against Georgia Tech after rain canceled six games. Captain Gillem seeks form while Big MacClanahan joins the lineup and coach Latham plans positions as Sewanee anticipates a strong nine to meet the Tech by Atlanta.
In Hugh Fullerton's Americang Magazine tale, Cliff Carroll of the St Louis Browns accidentally hid a fumbled ball in his shirt pocket during a chaotic base hit, inspiring a league-wide rule removal of pockets on base tall shirts.
James J Corbett reports Mike Gibbons has cleared the heavy, welter, and light middle ranks in the east and may move to the middle class. Klaus expects a bold clash at 158 pounds while others anticipate matchups with top middleweights. Coffroth signs Pat Moore to meet Jack Britton. Dundee travels to England to box Ike Bradley for a large purse. Kilbane and Attell may stage a future bout. The piece hints at boxing's shifting fortunes and the economics of purses and careers.
Adelina Pattie long feared retirement ends, but John Arthur Johnson may claim the crown with a planned farewell around Labor Day September 3. Talks swirl of a Johnson Jeannette bout and a Johnson Flynn match possibly in New York, with boxing authorities wary and legal challenges anticipated. The United Hebrew Charities in New York launch a novel charity factory at Broome and Lewish streets to aid deservi ng individuals.
The piece explains why No Rim Cut tires outsell rivals. By making the tire 10 percent over the rated size under average conditions it adds about 25 percent to mileage. These gains come at no higher cost than standard tires, inviting readers to consider the savings.
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