Boxing Commission Reform May Save Prize Fights
A New York boxing commission push seeks price controls and fair admission for title bouts. The column blasts exorbitant seats at up to 150 dollars and calls for regulators to curb promoter profits, noting fans and fighters alike suffer when the market overcharges. It urges other states to adopt oversight to protect spectators and participants in prizefights.
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York State
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Lew ‘Tencher
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Willie Jackson
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National Boxing Commission
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Georgia
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Dad Eliot Takes Charge of New Billiard Parlor
A fragmentary item notes Eliot known as Dad Eliot becomes proprietor of a billiard parlor on Poachtson Street. He plans to attract friends from his long residence and expects rising interest with upcoming tournaments. The piece references college football stars and local sports culture, blending a local business note with broader athletic chatter.
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Das" Elliot
Poachtson Street
Anomnees
Jimmy Conway Displays Fighter Promise in Savannah Bout
Atlanta fans watched Jimmy Conway of Savannah fight Larry Avera Monday night. Conway, praised for his apparent power, faded after two rounds as Avera retreated. Local observers noted telegraphing and a rough exchange that unsettled Conway.
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Atlanta
Jimmy Conway
Savannah
Larry Avera
Avera
Conway
Chatham
Uzzy - Woodruff
Larry
Disjointed report hints at 1922 prep basketball clash
A fragmentary account references Lanier and an unnamed university team in a 1922 prep basketball schedule. It notes fouls, tough play, and a forthcoming game amid unclear game details and scattered names, with hints of revenge and court action surrounding the matchup.
Missouri Moves to Legalize Bouts Amid Reform Drive
A garbled report from Missouri outlines efforts to legalize boxing and related events. It mentions a proposal, regulatory oversight, penalties for fake bouts, and references to officials and locations, though many names and details are unclear.
Fulton and Tech High battle in county basketball action
County boys and Fulton High clash in a fast game with Fulton rallying late while Tech High and G M C A loom as league front runners. Richardson and Williams led the winners with strong guard play and a decisive late surge.
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Hawes
Wrextbie
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Fultonites
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Tea See
Tay
Wag Dons
Richardson
Willams
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Emory Quintets Schedule Strong Games For Weekend
Emory University teams arrange a slate of games highlighting the strong varsity squads. The weekend schedule features matches against leading opponents as the squads seek wins and momentum in the league race.
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Emory
Remodeling at baseba ll diamond gains early spring practice
The baseball diamond at the site will be worked on starting in February with temporary fields and batter paths to be installed. The project aims to prepare the field for the season while the team and staff finalize schedules and coordinate with nearby campuses and teams.
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Jimmy “Leech
Virginia Military Institute
Flowers
Georgia
Tech
Roanoka
Noke
Loach
V. M.L
Georgia Tech
Boangke
M. L
City Auditorium
Kentucky
Bo’. McMillin
Colonel von
Virginia
Jimmy’ Leech
Jimmy
Leech
West Point of
South
Grantland Rice
McMillin
Walter Camp
Hese & Jong
Tempel
Yale
Navy
Washington
Fae
Fragmented transcript hints at scandalous social gathering
Readable fragments describe a couple hosting Leonard at a paved drive location near Waukee. Vague references to a “delapidated purse,” a staged scene, an assault involving a slap, and mentions of France, wheat, limousines, and society figures like Vince Astor.
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Leonard
Waukee
Tiell
Leonard Bras
Ghansne
Soc Mmannikins
Eytil
France
Limousne
Halligan
Plorgans
Vanderblit
Shari
Vince
Astor
Outlook Farrevi se Golf 1921 Schedule Adopts Broad Changes
The 1921 schedule plans from Nashville to Atlanta with early signatures lining up new players as managers and committees revise the Cracks lineup and prep for a western golf supremacy meeting. Bi men and three youngster hurlers are named, with Kauffman returning and Benson and Martin uncertain. The association aims to firm up leadership, discuss changes, and set conference talks for future rosters.
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Fred Haney
Aly
Charlie Prank
Sammy- Mayer
Nashville
Atlanta
Birmingham
Ea Es
Frank. Mills
Séacon
Ats Brigade
Will
Aberth
Dicis
Kauffman
Benson
Eis Een
Jack ‘Martin
Annual Western Golf Championship Headlines
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Western Golf and a yearly championship. Names, dates, and locations are unreadable, but the fragment implies scheduling and coverage of a regional golf event. Further readable context is unavailable.
Players and moguls arrive in Georgia at Brunswick
A party of twenty-one eminent figures from major leagues has reached Powerhill near Brunswick for a week or ten days of hunting and fishing. Included are New York American figures Amon, Juppert, and manager Kobingen from the Brooklyn Nationals, with George Stallings expected Friday. The group includes club owners, players, and sports writers.
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Brunewick
Seafare
Olivers
Peowerhill
Hruewick
Toen
Amon Trene
Marty Aire
Utes Puston
Juppert
Owvern
New York American
Acl Mays
Erters Manieer Kobingen
Brooklyn Nationals
Titeher
Ferre
George Stallings
Paver- Nam
Station Awnings Faulting Migat Of September
Fragmentary OCR note mentions a station awning faulting Migat of September with unclear context and names missing. The readable bits suggest a local transit or event item tied to September but lack concrete details or actions.
Chicago To Host Women’s Golf Meet
Chicago will host a women’s golf meet announced by Mrs. Hathway Wathen, president of the organization. A midwinter meet is planned for next year at an California link venue, details to follow.
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Chicago
de Nuar
Reig
Wrest
Moreland
Hitaga
Hathaway Wathen
Narming: March 1 Officials Schedule at 9 Tech News
A fragmentary OCR note indicates an official event set for March 1 at 9 with a technology news brief. Names and full details are unclear, but the item references the date and the 9 o'clock start.
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Tech
Soccer Organization Elects Officers in Quiet Meeting
Local soccer group announced new officers led by Tom Scott as president. The informal gathering included discussion of duties and upcoming activities with members urged to attend on Saturdays at the community center.
Fragments Hint at Seafaring Story In Rotterdam Harbor
A garbled report mentions ships, a steamship, and a harbor scene in Rotterdam. It references a crew and tensions aboard, with unclear action and a possible derailment or maritime issue affecting the vessel and its personnel.
Football: Southern Colleges Face Strong Challenge
Reading of rough notes shows debate over football integration era and southern competition. Mentions southern teams, Negro athletes, and the need to keep seasons lively with balanced schedules. Commentary on players like Rayb, Stribling, and others notes crowd reactions and boxing-like sportsmanship amid early 20th century college athletics.
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Apurier
Shay
Young Stribling Debut Reported in Atlanta Ring
Reports indicate the fichtari Young Stribling may have made his debut in Atlanta. Observers suggest this first appearance marks a significant step in his career, with anticipation for future bouts and potential title implications.
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Atlanta
Clenet
Lac ‘Smolenvig
Great Games Staged in City Leagues Amditorum
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Great Games staged in city leagues and references Amditorum Southern Dental Over Federal Prison team, The Leaders wan r. The readable parts are unclear and lack a coherent event or outcome.
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Amditorum Southern
Local Track Sees Rider Under Contract Review
Fragmentary report indicates a rider faced scrutiny after being thrown by a groundswell in the fourth race. Mention of Mitchell and a puffered track tyre suggests unsettled conditions and possible contractual considerations at the local track.
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Groundswell
Young ‘Mitchell
Ed Danforth and New Georgians Reach Early Billiard Tourney Exit
The Georgian and Sante Constitution reporters suffered early eliminations in Walk Miller’s Forsyth street emporium round one of the Newspaper Pocket Billiard Tourney. J Cy, Shonesy, and Beaux Brummell showed strong form while Danforth alone defended The Georgian. Remaining pairings are set for next Monday amid brisk competition and high scoring.
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Forsyth
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Sante Constitution
Butler
J. Cyntrament
Charles
Nelson
Shonesy
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Bunk
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Danforth
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