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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Nov 27, 1913

Page

2

Jackets and Tigers Ready for Clash in Atlanta

The Clemson Tigers and Georgia Tech Jackets prepare for a decisive Football clash in Atlanta this afternoon. Both teams enter the game with strong lineups led by Coach Bob Williams for Clemson and notable preparations at Tech as they seek a season-ending statement victory.

Clemson Asia Bob Williams Juothail Creorgia Au-gusta Mercer University Pet

Be Delaware and Cornell Face Thanksgiving Grid Clash

New York notes two key Thanksgiving games on the eastern gridiron. The headline matchup is Cornell at Franklin Field against Pennsylvania, a game that could determine late-season fate for both teams. Carlisle Indians meet Brown in Providence as a secondary showcase, with Brown viewed as able to keep the Red Men in check.

New York Eastern College Be Iwania Cornell Franklin Field Philadelphia Fpnnnsylvania Termg Carlisle Indians Brown Providence

Portsmouth Remains in Virginia Circuit

Newport News Virginia November meeting of the Virginia Baselige Directors announced Portsmouth will remain in the circuit A new stock company will take over the peasant lake Directors plan to elect officers this afternoon President J C Boatwright of the Danville club expected to be re elected.

Newport News Virginia Portsmouth J. C. Boatwright Danville Club

College and Conference Football Schedule Turbulent List

The schedule lists numerous college football games across the South and country. Notable matchups include Clemson at Georgia Tech, Sewanee at Vanderbilt in Nashville, Mississippi A&M at Birmingham, Tulane at New Orleans, Georgetown at Holy Cross in Washington, and Texas A&M at Houston among others.

South Clemson Georgia Tech Grant Tech Boys’ High Rant Wield Sewanee Vanderbilt Nashville South Carolina Citadel Columbia Alabama Missisippi A. & M Birmingham Mississippi Cottesey Howard Jackson Tulane New Orleans Georgetown Holy Cross Washington Tennessee Kentucky State Knoxville VM. Tv Rowack Virginia North ‘Carolina Johns Hopkins St. Johns Baltimore Texas Mv. OD Houston Lee North Carolina & M Norfolk Austin Vest Davidson Charlotte Florida Mercer Gainesville Gordon v GM. C Milledgeville Ghattane Chattanoo G. S Cubs Macon

Eight Club League Seeks Cotton States Ties

Meridian Mississippi November 26 Natchez and Vicksburg and Baton Rouge and Monroe are trying to join the Cotton States league, President Redus told directors at a meeting that adjourned to January 10. Directors Lewis Formond Oliver Williams Weiss indicated their clubs would return next season. League matters included ratification of a $100 fine against Pensacola manager J A Hamilton for rule infraction.

Meridian Miss Natchez Vicksburg Baton Rouge Monroe Redus M.A Lewis Jackson W. Formond Selma GM. Flynn Lumbobua Jd. M. Oliver Pensacola IT. Williams Clarkdale A. L. Weiss Feague J. A. Hamilton

Clemson Tigers Face Tech in Grant Field Battle at Atlanta

Pre game notes show Clemson and Tech lineup uncertainty with Heisman backfield plans and key injuries. Clemson fans boast a special train to Atlanta, eyeing a rare win since 1998 while Tech seeks a fierce, evenly matched contest on Grant Field attracting a large crowd.

Georgia Military College to Meet Gordon Institute on Gridiron

Milledgeville Ga November 26 Special Georgia Military College and Gordon Institute will clash on Thanksgiving Day on the gridiron with G M Gries the favorite though Gordon is rated stronger than at any time this season. Probable lineup includes Gouwin Burson Thompson Hull Rossey Wash Fuller David vo McConnell Smith captain Kingery Tunnel Aldgs Driver Bradford Mangham Wilkinson Little Eilison Beasley.

Milledgeville Georgia Military College Gordon Institute G. M. Gries Ag Gorton A. M. Cc Gouwin Burson Thompson Hull Rossey Wash Fuller

Three Boxing Bouts at Athens Tonight

Athens boxing fans await a big show with three ten round bouts and a battle royal. F Young the Atlanta newsboy fighter meets Mererithex, Frank Baker of Philadelphia faces Mike Saul of Atlanta, and Spider Britt clashes with Ri Goldman of Chattanooga. Georgia players have reserved seats and will attend en masse. Popular prices apply.

Athens F. Young Atlanta Mererithex Frank Baker Philadelphia Mike Saul Spider” Britt Kich” Youn Lee Jack Titayne Youngs Baker Tonisht Young Vries Saul Tre Georgia

New Macon Mogul names George Stinson manager

Milledgeville reports George Stinson will manage the Macon South Atlantics baseball club next season. The old G. M. C. star is cheered by Milledgeville residents who recall his sharp infield play and clutch hitting. Local fans expect a strong Macon season under his leadership.

Milledgeville Georgea Stinson Macon G.M.C George Stinsi George Tatas Macon South Atlantics

Open Derby Run at Waynesboro GA Georgia Field Trial

The open derby of the Georgia Field Trial association finished the second series. Lady Mohawk Whitestone won first, handled by Mr. Avant. Helen was second handled by G. T. Dozier, and Happy Medias third handled by F. C. Lackart. All-age drawing had twenty four entries. seven braces ran today amid cool weather and about thirty bevy birds found. The derby and all-age stakes opened with a strong start.

Waynesboro Georgia Field Trial Association Mohawk Whitestone Mr. Avant

Intersectional clash looms as Texas faces Notre Dame

November 26 in Austin Texas a marquee intersectional game draws attention with undefeated UT and Notre Dame meeting. The matchup promises a regional comparison among south west and eastern programs as Notre Dame has defeated eastern opponents this season.

Notre Dame Austin Texas University of Texas

FLEHARTY SOLD AND OTHER CHANGES IN NASHVILLE TEAM

Nashville reports Bill Schwartz is revamping the squad. Jud Daley leaves for Montgomery in exchange for third baseman Spratt. Marl Fleharty has been sold to Venice amid league waiver. Clayton Perry bound for Omaha, but four Southern clubs refused to waive, causing the manager to pivot.

Nashville Tenn Bill Schwartz Jud Daley Montgomery Spratt Marl Fieharty Venice Clayton Perry Omaha Hoy

Evers seeks Tinker return to Chicago Nationals

Chicago, November 26. John Evers, leader of the Chicago Nationals, plans to push for Joe Tinker to be brought back to play shortstop. He says past tensions exist but believes conditions could differ. Evers would welcome an offer to Cincinnati for Tinker, who critics say would strengthen the team.

John Evers Inger Chicaago Nationals Joe Tinker Cincinnati Evers Joe Ivers Tinker West Side

Atlanta University vs Morris Brown Gridiron Clash Tonight

Atlanta University meets Morris Brown University in a major season showdown at Morris Brown’s field at 3 o clock. Both teams are evenly matched in weight and speed and observers expect a hard fought contest. Notable players Maxwell, Sid Williams and Jackson from Atlanta University and Le and Grant from Morris Brown are highlighted as players to watch.

Atlanta University Morris Brown Morris Brown University Maxwell Sid Williams Jackson Leand Grant

Fire in Waynesboro damages cotton seed house and stables

A Waynesboro Ga fire caused about 25000 dollars of damage last night, starting in a small negro seed house and office owned by N D P Thomas. Flames spread to Thomas's stables and J P King's stables housing nearly 100 mules, with about 400 bales of cotton in nearby yards also damaged. Six houses burned in the rapid blaze.

Aynesboro Waynesboro N. DP. Thomas Mr. Thomas J. P. King

Graniteville Company Plans Capital Increase in Augusta

Augusta Ga November 36 Special The stockholders of the Graniteville Manufacturing Company approved an increase of capital stock from 600000 to 1000000 dollars. Funds will finance extensive mill improvements and enlargement. Tracy Hickman serves as president.

Augusta Graniteville Manufacturing Company Tracy Hickman

CITY PREP TITLE AT STAKE TODAY

By Carl Taylor Tech Sligh and Moys' High prepare for a decisive city prep title game at Grantfield Ten-thirty start. Tech High captain Jim Parks has been ill, could miss part or all of the contest. Fans urged to take Lucky Street cars to North Avenue. admission cents for men, women admitted free.

Carl Taylor Tech Sligh Moys’ High Jim Parks Tech Hish Tech Bigh Grantfield North Avenue Uy. _Ross' Hig Pos Tech High Bine T. Bo Kttner Parks Colcord Hooper Fincher Harland Powler I. Knox Y . B. ‘Y. Parks Johnson Aeadel O. Inox Westen Cook Meyers

Equal Franchise League Formed in Muscogee County

In Columbus Georgia at a meeting yesterday afternoon the Equal Franchise League of Muscogee County organized with Miss Jean Gordon of New Orleans present. Initial membership reached forty two and officers include President Miss Annie Belle Redd and vice presidents Mrs N O Curtis Charles Woolfolk and Mrs C J Groover, among others.

Columbus Inestiall Equal Franchise League Muscogee County Jean Gordon New Orleans Annie Belle Redd N. On. Curtis Secong M Charles Woolfolk C. J. Groover M. Brown PP. Burnett Kozier Pou Kate Ilolstaad Treasur Chira. Jordan Charlton Hudson Marshall Andrews Anna Caroline Benning Dealer Poll P. J. Williams T. Groover Charle Woolfolk Annie Lon Wrimes P. Jd. Williams Flora Redd Adele Martiniers Walker

Georgia A M E Conference Opens at Hawkinsville

The Georgia conference of the African Methodist Episcopal Church convened in Hawkinsville on November 26 with Bishop J. Flipper presiding. Devotions were led by the bishop and pastors. Rev. R. H. Singleton was elected chief secretary. The body includes 1,045 ministers and 160,000 members.

Hawkinsville Georgia Conference African Methodist Biscopal Church J. &. Flipper R. H. Singleton Georgia Denon

Causey Accused Of Defying Prohibition Law In Cordele

In Cordele Georgia November 26 a large group of citizens urged Judge W F George to compel Thomas Causey to stand trial for violating the prohibition law Causey who led the disbanded Commercial club and supported the open town ticket faces a bond increase to 2000 and a bench warrant issued for his arrest Causey is reportedly in Jacksonville and a vagrancy charge was also listed with 3300 bonds claimed paid

Cordele sBbee giaLj—l Causey Charize W F. George Commercial Club George Jacksonville

Championship Outlook in South Atlantic Football

Norfolk Va November 26 The North Carolina A M and Washington and Lee face off tomorrow to decide the South Atlantic football championship as the two undefeated teams clash. Virginia meets North Carolina in a key rivalry while Washington and Lee are favored for the title. Other notable games include Alabama vs Mississippi A M in Birmingham VMI vs VPI in Virginia Citadel vs South Carolina and Mercer vs Florida in Gainesville.

Norfolk Specias North Carolina A. & M Washington and Lee Georgetown Virginia North Carolina Generals University of Alabama Mississippi A. & M Birmingham South Carolina Citadel University of South Carolina Mercer-Florida Gainesville Fla

New Speedways Plans for 1914 Motors Purses Revealed

New York November 26 announced plans for three major automobile speedway events in 1914 totaling 165000 dollars in purses. Indianapolis hosts a 600 mile Memorial day race with a 50000 dollar purse. A 206 mile July 4 Sioux City dirt track event offers 25000 dollars. Seattle hosts a 360 mile July 13 14 meet on a new two mile board track with a 30000 dollar purse.

New York Indianapolis Sioux City Speedway Seattle

Third Annual Cross Country Race of AAC Run at 10 O'Clock

The Atlanta Athletic Club hosts its third annual cross country race at 10 AM from Auburn Avenue club house. Thirty five entrants from five clubs and unattached runners line up after 9:30 AM, tracing a route east on Auburn to Diermont, north to Piedmont and Ponce de Leon, west to Peachtree, south to Peach tree, then back to Auburn. Walter Locke holds the course record with 16 minutes 3 4 seconds. Medals awarded to top three, silver trophy to the best scoring team. officials include Doonan, Farnsworth, Bean, House, Hal Reynolds, and Duband Jr. Entries list runners with clubs and numbers.

Atlanta Athletic Club Auburn Avenue Diermont Avenue Piedmont Avenue Ponce de ‘Leon Avenue Ponce de Leon Avenue Peachtree Street Walter Locke A. A. Doonan W. S Farnsworth Joe Bean Thomas House Len G. Hal’ Reynolds T Ee Hi Ar Walter Duband E. Ter. Jr W. G. Murphy Drick Wrigley Wrigley Trimerican Walter Newman Walker Pope Newton Thomas Alvi Cowles R. DB. Cartrett HL. Grad Clyde ‘Goza W. R. Lancastt Tres Mon Robert School Julian Phillips Vernon Prank Halp Kalish Coolidge William Dodge William Cal L. Binion Irene Mebont Id Eldeil Taube

Sewanee Vanderbilt Battle Nears Enduringly Close, Tigers Edge

On the eve of the fifth clash between Vanderbilt and Sewanee the teams appear evenly matched. Sewanee’s backfield strength, led by Tolley and Ward, contrasts with Vanderbilt’s Sikes and Brown. Key factors include line weight, kicking, and Brown’s late-season return as Tom Brown’s final Commodore appearance signals a climactic finish.

Nashville Venn Powndage Vanderbilt Lee Tolley Beensch Boensch Ward Tigers Commodore Tunner Commodores Sikes Amaie South

Navy and Army Hie vens Decide on Their Teams For Big Game Saturday

West Point notes New tactics by Yost as Army coaches finalize eleven for the Navy clash. Huston at left guard lifts line to 185 3 7 pounds. backs Hodgson Benedict average 165 1 2. team 178 1 11 pounds overall. Navy, ready at Annapolis, confirms final lineup for the Army game next Saturday with Failing, Ingram, McReavy and Harrison forming a heavy back field.

West Point Yost Army Navy Huston Hodgson Benedict Annapolis New York Failing Leonard Ingram Overesch McReavy Harrison Academy

Rivers Meets Cross In Vernon Arena Lightweights Fight

Los Angeles November 26. J Rivers of Los Angeles and Lead Cross of New York, lightweights, boxed a twenty round bout at Vernon arena tomorrow. They have met twice in no decision bouts in New York and this bout is expected to settle who shall fight Willie Ritchie.

Los Angeles J Rivers Lede] Cross New York the Venon Arena Willie Ritchie

National Guard Basketball results and upcoming forfeit games

No games were played last night in the National Guard Basketball league as Company C forfeited to Company C and Company H won by forfeit from Company K. Two games are scheduled Friday night likely to be played. The Governor's Horse Guard teams are set to meet Company A and the Governor's Horse Guard Specials will face Company E.

National Guard Basketball League Governor's Horse Guard Lars

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