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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1914

Page

2

Ethics of Football Will Be Improved by Sideline Rule

Edward ht. Bushell argues football ethics rise as rules place coaches on the bench and curb sideline signaling. He cites Yale captain Ketcham and others, notes substitutions, forward pass debates, field goal values, and calls for broader adoption of the rule to speed play and curb coaching influence.

Edward Ht. Bushell Football Rules Committee Cabtain Feld George Brooke Pennsylvania East Coech Nedal Ketcham Yale Rates Committee Coléach Haughton Harvard Percy Haughton Brickley Lee Middle West Conference Association Sched’ules

White Sox Announce Long Spring Training Schedule

Chicago officials disclose a long spring training trip for the Chicago Americans with forty games for the first squad and thirty-eight for the second. The team leaves Chicago Thursday for Paso Robles, California, with key staff and players traveling later and Kid Gleason in charge of the squad.

Chicago Chicago Americans Paso Robles Cal

Willie Keeler Tipped for Brooklyn Federals Manager

New York February 14 reports say Willie Keeler may become manager of the Brooklyn Federals in the new Federal league. The veteran star of Baltimore and New York was mentioned by several league delegates though no official confirmation or offer details could be verified.

New York Willie Keeler Wpenates Federal League Brooklyn Suu Naona Baltimore

England Fifteen Defeats Irish Side at Twickenham

In the third game of the international rugby series England beat Ireland 17 to 12 before 20 000 spectators at Twickenham near London. King George and Premier Asquith witnessed the match after England’s earlier wins over Wales and Scotland in the series.

FAI Irish London King George Premer Asquith Arish Twickenham England Wales Walee Scotland

Fight Club League for Manor Cities

Chicago reports the formation of a new eight club league in major league territory announced by American League president B B Johnson. The plan, from Philadelphia Nationals President Baker and potential Federal league clubs, aims for a next season launch only, with Chicago Federals manager Joseph Tinker and owners Charles Weeghman and WH Walker traveling back.

Chicago B. B. Johnson Johnson New York Baker Philadelphia Nationals W. Murphy Murphy Joseph Tinker Chicago Federals Charles Weeghman WH Walker Johnson Tinker Brookins

Moenning to Feds Pitcher Manning Signs Federal Contract

New York on February 14 officials announced that pitcher Walter Manning formerly of the New York Americans has signed a Federal contract. The move marks a significant career development for Manning within professional baseball.

New York Walter Manning New York Americans

Walter Johnson Fanned More Mackmen Than Others

Hall of Fame era note records Walter Johnson striking out 243 batters last season led by 46 against Mackmen and 89 versus the Red Sox, with many rivals listed. Connie Mack’s White Elephants faced Johnson as he piled up a dominant strikeout total amid a season of standout performances and notable matchups.

Walter Johnson Ernest J. Laniges Connie Mack Ain Most Washington Wizard Mackmen Red Sox Naps Browns White Sox Yankees Tigers Johnson Karl Weisman Browne Joe Engel Washington Averlman Tom Hughes Senators Engel Harry Stovey Haston Nationals George Hemming Brooklyn Jd Pohen Glanta Pets Dowling The Colonels Walter James Scott Cy Morgan Cornelius McGilleudy Zama Weitman Thaho Ray Collina Vermont Southpaw BL Stean Nap America Eddie Plank Nick Callop Cleveland Birdie? Cree New York Bill McWeehne Eason Larry Chappell Ed Sweeney Yanks Tris Speaker Brank Baker Napoleon Lajoie Tyics Ine Jackson Ty Cobb Sim Crawford Ray Collings Jimmy Walsh Frank Chance Harry Lord Chicago Garrison Boston Berger and Chase Cree

English aviator predicts 24 hour Atlantic crossing

Liverpool February 14 Lieutenant John Porte formerly of the British naval flying corps expects it will take only twenty four hours to fly across the Atlantic. He left for America today to prepare for the flight and expresses confidence in the feat.

Liverpool John Porte British Naval Flying Corps Tirn Atlantic America

Fragmentary sports note with names in muddled OCR

A damaged reading shows chaotic phrases about a flush and a band member named Walt Magon amid a crush. No clear event dates, teams, or outcomes emerge, but mentions of players and a possible sports scene hint at a local game or performance with unclear specifics.

Hus Cheesk Bobtall Walt Magon

Baseball moguls leave for homes

New York February 14 After a stirring week of baseball politics most of those most interested in the business end of the national game have left for their home cities to prepare for the playing season. Governors and league executives discussed the Murphy Enos matter and the Chicago loss of Evers. They stressed fairness and sportsmanship as regional leagues ensure equitable treatment.

New York International League John Keener National League Harrisburg Washington Grafton Murphy-Eners Herrmann Dreyfuss Abbots Gaffney Tener Chicago Evers James A Gilmore Federal League Gates West

Federal club in Greater New York territory tale

Gilmore stated he chose financial backing for the Federal league in New York City. Pittsboro involvement and city ties appear in the fragmentary report. The item hints at club activity and local support but lacks complete details.

Federal Club Greater New York Gilmore Hi. ‘Frick Pittsboro Federal League Olu

American Tennis Champ Stands Against Wilding Service Rule

American tennis star Maurice McLoughlin disputes Anthony Wilding’s proposal to limit play to a single service stroke. The San Francisco discourse notes McLoughlin values placement and speed, arguing a one-stroke service would curb skill and make play less dynamic.

San Francisco Maurice McGoughlin Amer Sca Anthony Wilding Australia Wilding McLoughlin Molding Wan Lhe Sorman Brooke East California

Cadillac declares no six cylinder marketing plan

The Cadillac Company states it has no intention of marketing a six cylinder car. It highlights its policy of emphasizing proven advantages, mentions experimental work across cylinder counts, and notes rumors of a six cylinder model are unfounded while stressing ongoing innovation and strong sales.

Cadillac Cadillac Motor Car Company Cadillac Company Cadillac Motor Car CO Detroit Michigan

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