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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1914
Page
7
Tech Jackets overpower Sewanee Tigers 20 to 0 in a fast paced game. Dyer and Patten star for Tech with multiple runs and strong line play. Sewanee’s defense struggles as turnovers and blocks limit scoring chances and the Jackets control the tempo throughout.
Harvard defeats Michigan 7 to 6 in a bruising football clash before 25 000 fans. A hard fought second period produces the only score after Michigan threatens but Harvard holds on with stout defense and a late touchdown drive.
A Brst off feature by Hilly Evans examines Walter Johnson's failing to win as a major league star. The piece notes Johnson's speed and curve ball usage, contrasting past dominance with a season of losses, acknowledges critics, and cites a 2 1 loss to Detroit in which a late miscue decided the game.
Virginia outplayed Vanderbilt in a hard fought game, winning 15 to 0 at Charlottesville. Virginia scored in the first half with a Spurro plunge and a Curry run, then Mayer added the final Virginia TD in the fourth quarter after strong defense and persistent rushing by Virginia backs. Vanderbilt, failing to break through, came closest when they reached within a foot of Virginia’s goal in the second quarter.
In a South Plains grid clash, Morehouse blanked Talladega Eleven 11 to 0. Weerehoise sparked the offense with a 9 yard pass to Fi for a first score, then added a second touchdown late in the game. The Morehouse defense clamped down, while Jones and Lewein contributed strong running and passes as the Warehoused players staged a confident triumph.
Philadelphia manager Connie Mack announced waivers on Bender, Plank, and Coombs. He said one pitcher received a Federal League offer and implied surprise at letting Senger and Plank go, noting Plank’s famed left hand and World Series feats with the Athletics.
Alabama crushes Tulane 68 to 0 at Tuscaloosa in a one sided clash after a tight first half. The Crimson offense pounded Tulane with six touchdowns and a field goal mainly in the third and fourth periods. Both regulars and substitutes contributed as Tulane failed to score and Alabama sealed the rout with relentless line play and scoring drives.
Mercer Baptists toppled Furman 39 to 0 in Macon as Swann scored four touchdowns and Dewberry Hawes and Parker added others. Poor injury status hampered Mercer with Cochrander Star out, yet Hawes at end dazzled, and the line outpaced Furman throughout the game.
Newnan High School routed West Point High School 74 to 7 as Camp Powell and Peniston Carroll led with long runs. Injuries marred West Point but Newnan pressed on, claiming the state’s top high school football claim and eyeing matches with GMA Marist and Gordon.
Georgia defeated Mississippi A&M 8 to 0 in the last quarter at Sanford Field after a tight game. McArthur's drop kick and Jones’s placement highlight a strong Red and Black performance, with standout tackles by Paddock and Powell supporting a solid Georgia defense.
Navy met North Carolina Agricultural and Mechanical in Annapolis and was edged 16 to 14 in a hard fought game. A muffed punt fallen behind A and M's goal line led to the decisive score, as the Aggies kept the Navy offense at bay with varied forward passing and timely defense.
Pelham Linton emerges as manager for a fighter linked to the Peg of My Heart star. The fighter plans to travel to England after theater season ends to challenge Stanley and other champions, with a contract set to start next March. If successful, he will return to press Johnny Walilaui for a title bout.
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