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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1921
Page
6
The writer, Paul Warwick, imagines a Georgia Tech versus Georgia showdown. He recalls old passions for the State School rivalry, muses on an impending clash in Atlanta, and notes a hope for a grand event that could outshine other entertainments while praising the potential worth of a new Worth Auditorium.
Ralph DePalma wins the 50 mile speedway race in 27 minutes 56 seconds at 107.2 mph. Johnny Milton finishes second with Surles Murphy and Vail placing others. total prize money awarded includes Sarles 2500 and Murphy 1900 across heats and finals.
New York manager Koward Barrow denied reports that Frank Baker was sold to Washington. He said Baker’s New York contract was nearly signed and he would join the club at Shreveport training next Sunday. Barrow added Washington offered $25,000 and two players, which New York rejected.
The Sagefield county board of commissioners invites sealed bids by March 16 1921 for purchase of 100000 in Edge-Widid county bonds with a 40 year term and 20 year call option. Interest 6 percent semiannual, security details and bid conditions listed. Also notices for Galveston Cowpens Texas piling contract bids due March 15 1921.
Akron Ohio February 27 President Joe Thomas of the Akron Baseball club sold the International league franchise to Montreal. Frank Shaughnessy, representing a Montreal group, closed the deal during a visit to Akron at a consideration of 341000. Purchase price not paid until league approves Montreal's entrance.
Georgia and Tech prepare for a fevered basketball showdown as Kentucky State and Mississippi A and M wait their turn. Col Al Doonan manages tickets at Murray sugar stores Forsyth and Candler. gallery seats $1 main floor $1.50. Kentucky favored after strong showings, while Mississippi A and M rely on fundamentals and resilience.
Detroit February 27 Henry Ford telegraphed Senator S P Spencer chairman of the elections committee urging a date for taking the balance of testimony in the Newberry Ford election contest and requesting that additional witnesses be called He argues a decision is needed to determine if the senate has been financed by vast sums and that the criminal case in the United States supreme court should not delay action.
St Augustine Florida February 27 President elect and Mrs King conclude a five week visit. They travel to Marion to be guests of honor before returning to Washington for inauguration. They plan farewell events and expect to finish the inaugural address preparation before leaving for the capital. An earthquake near Washington described as severe disrupts the Georgetown Observatory timing.
Local lightweight contenders Carver and Mason square off tonight at 280 o'clock in the W. O. G. W. boxing club on Peachtree street. Mason, under Kid Duke, vows a new style as he defends a recent win list against Underwood Kilbane Gaffey Mars and more. The eight or ten round show includes bouts featuring Ferns Martyn Barlow Wells and Shorty Hamp with tickets available at the Woodmen office in Peachtree Arcade basement.
Georgia Independent Athletic Association standings edge toward a finish as Tech High and Gordon Institute battle for the title with a narrow 28 point gap. Remaining schedules feature key clashes across Milledgeville Atlanta Gainesville and Barnesville, with Riverside Military Academy and Monroe Aggies contending for spots behind.
Dublin Ga February 27 champion long time hiker of the world F Lambert made Dublin Thursday night and spoke at the high school. He has walked about 75,903 miles in Europe and 25,000 in South America. He plans to complete a 300,000 mile trek in 24 years and wind up July 21, 1924 at Ranger Texas headquarters. He led a student hike and urged local Boy Scouts to stay active. He will journey through Georgia to South Carolina after visiting Sandersville Athens Washington Lincolnton Augusta and Columbia.
Tech captain Albert Staton leads a strong lineup with Gibby Fraser at center and forward partners Jimmy Brewster and Ismary Jenks. Baby Roane and Baby Roane’s cohort join the fresh squad while coaches Bean and Alexander push a crack freshman five into action against the Bulldogs.
Knoxville High plans a trip to decide the Southern Prep School basketball championship. Georgia Military Academy will play Knoxville High in Atlanta on Tuesday night during the S10. A. A. meet finals. Possible Birmingham stop to face Alabama winner Central High of Birmingham is also noted. The trip includes dates and opponents as Knoxville seeks an undefeated prep record.
A busy day at Georgia Tech features a 11:00 mass meeting of the student body on Grant field followed by a 7:00 parade through downtown to the Auditorium. They will watch Tach-Georgia basketball from 1,000 reserved seats with a group on the left balcony.
North Carolina State college announced its baseball schedule for the year featuring Georgia Tech Maryland State and New York University. The Aggies will play three games as part of the season.
Georgia basketball under H J Stegeman uses a five man defense. Captain Buck Cheeves from Atlanta stars at guard with Red Owens as running mate. Artie Pew Jack Frost and Paige Bennett bolster guard and center positions. Billy Anderson Eddie Rawson and Gurr handle forwards. Mercer Murray from GMA may join, drawing Atlanta interest.
The article traces shifting public attitudes toward athletics, noting improved sports writing and broader acceptance of sports like baseball. It cites Judge Landis urging penalties for gambling and outlines state legislative debate, including Georgia, on punishing gamblers and crooked players to protect the sport and its youth.
Dublin Georgia February 27 The Dublin Chamber of Commerce proposes a South Georgia high school basketball tournament inviting 21 schools. Tentative dates March 9 10 and 11 with elimination rounds and a loving cup to the winner to be held for a year. Secretary Bartlett says committees will finalize rules once enough entries are received and urges immediate contact for schools ready to enter. Bartlett, a longtime basketball official in Dublin, supports a yearly event promoting clean sport and strong community interest.
A well dressed man purchases garments at Home Art Supply Company located at 172 74 Whitehall Street, according to a brief street note.
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