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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1910

Page

7

Football Rules Committee Meets In open session at Piedmont

The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association rules committee chaired by WL Duales of Vani bilt meets at the Piedmont Hotel at 10 AM to discuss proposed football rule changes aimed at reducing dangers. Coaches Heisman Pollard McGugin Cope and Donahue invited. afternoon visit to Tech Flats to test Walter Camp ideas with Yellow Jacket players. A resolution recommending changes to the national body is expected.

Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association WL. Duales Vani Bilt Wo M Riggs Clemson John Morris Georgis Rey Henry Philips Sewanse George Butler Augusta Piedmont Hotel Gore J W Heisman Tach Dr Pollard Alabams Dan McGugin Vanderbilt Harris Cope Sewanee Mike Donahue Auburn Puy Tech Flats Walter Camp Football Authority United States Erictiron Warriors Heisman Mr Camp

Vanderbilt Baseball Schedule Faces Georgia and Tech

Nashville Tennessee January 14 The Vanderbilt University baseball schedule lists games through March 21 April 1 South western Presbyterian University at Clarke Nashville April 15 Cumberland at Nashville April 28 Michigan at Nashville Georgia at Athens April 7 28 Georgia Tech at Atlanta May Sewanee at Nashville and Sewanee at Sewanee May 2 Sewanee three games It notes planned meetings with Tennessee likely and praises captain Richard Lyle as standout in a best ever season selection for coach of the nine.

Nashville Tenn Vanderbilt University Taloway Yy Southwestern Presbyterian University Clarke Site Tenn Cucaberland Nashville Michigan Universtty of Georgia Athens Georgia Tech Atlanta Sewanee Quater Tennessee Peer Hy Richard Lyle A A.c

Wolgast Fight Articles Signed by Manager Jones

San Francisco January 24 Chero kee Jones manager of Ad Wolesst signed articles for the last night held on Wolgast fight on February 7. Jones insisted Clark, a local sporting man, hold a $2 certified check and receive $500 in cash as part of the arrangements.

San Francisco Cherokee Jones Ad Wolesst Wolgast Jones Clark

Ketchel Burns Fight Sparks Fan Protests in Grand Rapids

In mid January in Grand Rapids supporters urge cancellation or postponement of the Ketchel versus Burns bout. Ketchel has agreed to meet Burns before Hugh McIntosh's Australian Club in April. Fans argue April could find Ketchel in better condition while Burns has trained long and seeks peak form.

Grand Rapids Bince Stanley Ketchel Tommy Burna Hugh

G M A Basketballers vs Boys High School Tonight at College Park

The Prep Basketball League schedules a game tonight at B Aveiack between Boys High School and Georgia Military Academy on the latter's grounds. A win tightens pennant chances and strengthens the second place for the fictitious five. All Boys High School rooters urged to attend. ladies admitted free.

Baveiack Boys’ High School Georgia Military Academy College Park

Georgia Basketball Team Starts Practice

Athens January 14 Special The University of Georgia basketball team has held secret workouts. It will be hard to judge prospects from one practice, but the Red and Black should have a representative team. Captain Peacock and Forbes are the only veterans back. New players Carter and Fort show promise, Rogers also looks likely. After six weeks of practice, ideas of the team's strength will emerge and games will be scheduled.

Athens University of Georgia Peacock Forbes Carter Fort Rogers

Shooting at Birmingham Dance Leaves Brothers Wounded

In Birmingham on January 14 a dance incident ended with Jim Raper mortally wounded and his brother Jone Raver charged with the shooting after a family dispute at Worth. Tim Raper lies in hospital with severe wounds and no immediate recovery hoped.

Birmingham Ala Jim Raper Jone Raver Arrast Worth Bimingham Tim Raper

Paulhan’s Sea Flight Tops Aviation Meet Surprises

At Aviation Field Los Angeles January 14 Charles K Hamilton in a Curtiss biplane failed to beat Paulhan who crossed the sea and back in a bold cross country run. Lieutenant Paul Beck tested dropping a bag from a Curtiss plane and engine trouble ended that trial. Curtiss blanketed the day by stoking Paulhan’s speed run setting a new one and a half mile course record at 12 12.

Aviation Field Los Angeles Cal Charles K Hamilton Paythan Pauthan Paul Beck United States Army Signal Corps Curtiss Samuel Hottams Coset Artillery Thidba Beck Alow Paulhan

Waponoca defeats Dr Barkley in Jacksonville race card

At Jacksonville Fla January 14 a Moncrief track card saw Waponoca a 12 to 1 shot edge Dr Barkley 10 to 1 in the fifth race after Waponoca led into the stretch. Heavy winds and track conditions marked an enjoyable afternoon at the present meeting with multiple races and runners listed, including Wellodean Early Court Clem Beachy Crossover Killecrinkie Waponoca Dr Barkley and Ranchoro among others.

Jacksonville Fla Moncrief Waponoca Dr Barkley Chilla Musgrave Welodean Powers Alionby Howard Iie Galten Lass Harold Jr Woolspun Tony B Harkaway Ball Hazard Rieht Guard Wageer Glenn George W Labolt Clem Beachy J Henry Burt DeKalb Dirla Knight Sticker Lanagan Pease Admoniah Brookleat John McBride Pimpante Nical Chia Ganz St Joseph Ballet Rox Kate Billy Pullman Cablegram Ohlo Ranchoro Obert Seond Cowen St Elmwood Oberon Tate

Priest Discovers Comiskey at Exelsior Springs

Chicago owner Charles A Comiskey and AL president Ban Johnson were greeted by Father J E English at a health resort in Missouri. English and Comiskey had been classmates at Prairie du Chien Christian Brotherhood College in 1874. The anecdote notes Comiskey as a promising pitcher who delivered the first curve ball seen on the college grounds.

Chicago Columbus America Comiskey Charles A Comiskey Ban Johnson American League Excelsior Springs J E English Omaha Dheres Father English Dr Comiskey Christien Brotherhood College Prairie du Chienois Cominkey Collera English Manseer Comlakay

New Men Sold Outright to Atlanta in Baseball Trade

Rumor circulated in Philadelphia that Athletics manager Mack sold Leftz DeHaven and Hornhorst to Atlanta. The two players are said to become the full property of the club there, ending their tenure with Philadelphia.

Atlanta Mack Philadelphia Athletics

Christensen to Post Big Forfeit in Boxing Bout

Al Christensen plans a $100 forfeit to confirm a post with Monro of the Monroe Athletic Club as he aims to meet Jack Robinson of New York in a July bout. The match is billed as potentially great with Robinson noted as a shiftier and more scientific boxer.

al Christensen George Monro Monroe Athletic Club Jack Robinson New York Robinson Elasnier White Christensen Bas Rob J

Tampa Racing Day Highlights Attract Crowd Despite Favorites Falling

At Tampa on January 14 the best racing day yet at the track featured strong second choices over favorites. Multiple six furlong and one mile races produced several upset wins with bold performances by Ink Kith and Kin and Cassowary among others as crowds enjoyed improving springlike weather and steady attendance.

Tampa Fla Layera Ink Kith and Kin Brannon Firebrand Hather Brown Glasner Alouda Black Annie Frank Patton Siddon Amy Worth Cola Belle of the Tribe Davanport Mixes Elliott A Burton Donaldo Enstey Gilliford Lucollus D Murphy Hanna Bee Dullac Conley Brookline Amelia Ceasar Mantle Aio McCabe Tom Dolan Uncle Jim D Boland Tor Core Bannade Paul Murphy Otago Lang Tod Roz McAndrews Alegra Timelight Daisy B Eather Brown Sanona Girl Judge Sauftey Colemona Necha Harvest Time Firebrand John Garner Bonebrake Soly Punky Rebel Queen Congula Niantic Grace Kimball Grenade Blute Bibbs St Dainiel Low Lanier Ka Temper Caeser Mari

Southern Man Heads Western Golf Also

Chicago January 14. Plans of the Western Golf Association threaten a split with the United States Golf Association as amendments to form the American Golf Association are debated. General Thompson to preside, Horace F. Smith to serve a fifth term, with other association presidents in attendance. The Minikahds Club and Detroit Golf Club vie to host the amateur championship of 1910. Eastern Field Trials chiefs and a Milwaukee dog race cap the day with HM Johnson winning the Hast arn Field Trials under the Pabst ownership.

Chicago Western Golf Association American Golf Association America Western Association United States Golf Association Tnst Tven Peace Party General Thompson Horace F. Smith Nashville Southern Golf Association Fennell Kansas City Trans-Misales Eastern New Albany Miss BM Johnson Gustev Pabst Milwaukee

Columbus vs Atlanta on Columbus floor showdown for title

Columbus Young Men's Christian Association faces Atlanta one week from tonight on Columbus floor in a bid to extend their unbeaten home record and stake a strong claim to the championship, with both teams eyeing a crucial victory.

Columbus Atlanta Atlants Columbus Young Men's Christian Association Adnth Lyric Cresl Spooner Lytle Imatinee Misa Spooner AI Rich Harcest Aggie Guhi

Walkover for Columbus in junior college game

Columbus Georgia January 1 The Columbus YMCA defeated the Auburn basketball team 44 to 8 in a one sided game. At halftime the score was 8 to 0. Three Columbus regulars were out and Alabama was also disorganized. Lyon of Columbus scored ten goals. Lineup: Peddy Lyons F Hehmas Gordy Tones Masmey C Salen Major David Kilcresse G Scarbrough Parker.

Columbus Ga Columbus YMCA Aubuss Columbo Alabama Lyon Auburn Peddy Lyons Fhemas Gordy Tones Masmey C. Salen David Kilcresse G . Scarbrough Parker

Salvation Nell at the Grand features Mrs Fiske

The Grand presented Salvation Nell last night starring Mrs Fiske with Holbrook Blinn as Jim Platt. The plot follows Neil Sanders and love, crime, and Salvation Army reform amid urban struggle, praised for its acting, especially Blinn’s Jim Platt, while Mrs Fiske’s portrayal of Salvation Nell drew mixed notes. The program also announced future shows including The Girl From Rector’s and Belasco’s The Golden West with further engagements and matinees.

Salvation Nell Fid Fiske Salvation Neil Neil Sanders Ster Jim Platt Holbrook Blinn Jim Dini Tg Iitte Jim Neil Salvation Army Salvation Boelin Salvation Head Birs Fisce Holbrook Blinn Winifred Voorhees Myrtle Odell Alice John Hallelujah Mar Gle W Ot Clark Sid J McGovern Glida Varesi Mre Baxter Winifred Voorhees ‘What About Mrs Fiske Grand David "Belasco Thia Belasco New York City California

Jewelry sale opens at nine in the morning

The jewelry department advertises a sweeping sale of discounted items from barrettes to rings. Prices are heavily reduced on many pieces described as shopworn while emphasizing limited space and no exchanges or C. O. D. terms. The notice invites customers to browse the tentative price list and claim bargains in the morning.

Michigan University expels ineligible football player Miller

The University of Michigan engineering faculty expelled James G Miller of Detroit after the student council recommended removal. Miller, once elected captain of the 1910 team, was declared ineligible and his whereabouts were unknown, with reports of a man resembling him seen near Dusdem Mich.

Ann Arbor Wich University of Michigan Face Wih Jay Miller Miller Universlty of Michigan Millar Michigan James G Miller Detroit Dusdem Mich

Blackburn's Record on Ice Sets Mile Mark for William Blackburn

New York January 14 William Blackburn of New York set a roller skating mile record last night on the rink ice in 3 minutes 59 seconds. The previous record was 10 minutes 2 seconds held by Blackburn. Washington January 15 No agreement between railroads operating out of Chicago and their switchmen is in sight though conferences have been in progress for three days at the Interstate Commerce Commission office.

Blackburn New York Bea Miede Wiliam Blackburn Hintaf Slio Hes Washington Chicago Interstate Commerce Commission

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