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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1915

Page

12

Stewart Wins Rifle Tile At State Camp Jacksonville Fla

The first of three congress authorized national rifle competitions concluded with 766 entrants shooting at 200 to 1,000 yards. Sergeant J Stewart led with 215 points. Private T B Crawley took second with 315 aggregate and 98 rapid fire. Private T W Pearsons was third with 314. Prizes range from gold medals to cash. next events include a national team match and Ladies day on Wednesday.

Jacksonville Fla Congress J. Stewart Corps of Cadets Boston Macs Stewart T.B. Crawley United States Marine Corps Crawley T. W. Pearsons Coast Artillery Corps Oregon Prise United States Casa Randle Marine Corps Otey Wyoming Sargeant Farquharson Emerson Ohio Clyde Duce Maryland Smith United States Infantry Schriver Base J. Jackson Mariee Corps Breckinridge Rotary Club Bintebford United States Army Mitches

Wish defeats Submarines in Duckpin league at Crystal Dowling

The Wish defeated the Submarines two games to one in the weekly Duckpin league at Crystal Dowling alleys. The match featured the izh winning the first game, Submarines the second, and Fish the third. Both teams posted a new total pins record for three games. Scales of the Fish rolled the high single game with 138, while Jamison of the Submarines posted the high average at 12.

The Wish Crystal Dowling Izh Submarines Fish Teame Jamison

All-Star Teams Tour Oshkosh for Early Baseball Exhibition

October 19 sees top players from the American and National Leagues touring the northwest and west. An exhibition game is set in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, with a tour to San Francisco for a Panama-Pacific Exposition series after major stops, featuring stars like Hobbtsell Bancroft Alexander and Shank.

Northwest Oshkosh Nek Hobbtsell Boston Amerys Adl-Arneld «Ung Frank Bancroft Cincinnati Nationals da Inhirze National

Tulane to Meet Florida College Eleven on November 18

New Orleans October 19 Athletic authorities of Tulane university announce the Tulane football team will play the University of Florida eleven at Gainesville Fla on November 18.

Orleans Tulane University Annerd Tulane Foot. Inuis University of Florida Gainesville Fla

Moran Halts Coffey in Third Round for Victory

Frank Moran of Pittsboro defeated Jim Coffey the Dublin giant by technical knockout in the third round of a ten round bout in New York. Moran, weighing 200 pounds to Coffey's 201, used measured aggression to control the exchange before delivering a decisive right to the jaw that put Coffey down for the count at one minute thirty two seconds. Moran earned the right to face Willard next, with Willard to meet the winner.

New York Frank Moran Pittsboro Jim Coffey Dublin Coffey Moran Pittsburg Jes Willard Willard

Ward Death Won t Affect Federal League

New York officials say the death of Robert F. Ward president and owner of the Crooklyn Federal league team will not affect league operations. The Federal league offices close until Friday and Ward s funeral is set for Thursday afternoon at his New Rochelle estate with attendance planned by all club owners.

New York James A. Gihore Federal League Robert F. Ward Crooklyn

Pugilists Restricted From Using Reputed Names In New Rule

New York October 19 The state athletic commission adopts a rule prohibiting boxers from adopting names of fighters with established reputations. Boxers must register their family and assumed names with the commission after consulting the attorney general on enforcement power. Some fighters use elifiar names, and the commission may struggle to identify rightful use.

New York State Athletic Commission Elifiar Stata Commisigon

Harvard May Persuade Yale To Reinstate Five Players

Cambridge reports say Harvard football leaders met to urge Yale to reconsider suspensions of five prominent athletes for summer baseball activity. Dre Gore and Euston named among barred players, with Captain Mahan leading the informal talks as Yale faces a fallout from the summer baseball rule.

Harvard Yale Cambridge Mass Dregore Euston St of Mermibles Mahan

Riverside to host V D Eleven Friday in Gamesville

Riverside prepares for a Friday home game against the strong V D eleven from Atlanta. After a tough Dahloners gameMonday the Riverside squad, in good shape, will field the same lineup for the clash in Gamesville Georgia.

Gamesville Riverside Atlanta Dahloners

White Bests Harvey In Twelve Round Lightweight Bout

White of Chicago defeated Johnny Harvey of New York in a twelve round lightweight bout here tonight. Harvey was nine pounds overweight and stayed even with White for nine rounds before losing on points.

Boston Netonergy Uariie White Chicago John— Ny Harvey New York Harvey

Underwood and Budd Fight Draw at Columbia Theater

A full Columbia theater crowd watched Battling Budd and Kid Underwood battle ten rounds to a draw in the main bout. Underwood’s fast footwork and precise combinations traded blows with Budd’s power, with both fighters earning rounds but no winner. The rest of the card featured stoppages and draws as Stone defeated Wiggins, Thompson beat Scott Inman, Clarke drew with Terry, York defeated Connolly, and Lentz refereed well. Promoters Hughes and Davie were praised for staging a lively show.

Columbia Billy Winter Budd Underwood Kid Underwood Ounce Dudd Bis Timad Hudd Biiy Winter Stone Wiggins Ayélone Thompson Scott Inman Tabert Clarke Young Terry Terry Clarke Kid York Newsiee Bud Connolly York Connolly Jack Lentz Hughes Davie

Bresnahan Bresnahan in Chicago Court Absence Over Accident

Chicago October 13 Roger Bresnahan manager of the Chicago Nationals missed a court appearance on charges of intoxicated driving and assault with an automobile. He attributed his absence to injuries from an automobile crash that also injured contractor Richard P. Smiddy and his wife. The case was postponed to November 1. Bresnahan later appeared in another court and sought an early trial, while indicating a possible vacation of the continuance to obtain a hearing soon.

Chicago Roger Bresnahan Chicago Nationals Richard P. Smiddy Algo Serigua Smiddy

Alumni Arrange Special Train for Georgia Virginia Game

Alumni groups from the University of Georgia and University of Virginia, via Seaboard Air Line, secured a $1.50 round trip special train from Atlanta to Athens for the Georgia Virginia game on Saturday. The train departs Atlanta at 10:30 a.m. and returns from Athens at 8:00 p.m. Sanford Field is being expanded to seat about 6,000 fans with accommodations for many more standing.

Georgia Virginia Seargaed Athens Atlanta Polimasa Peasesger Aggat R. Gentry Committee On University of Georgia University of Virginia Seaboard Air Line Gentry Union Depot Sanford Field Allie Mimers Lara Tobacco Liege Ee Auard Costak Baldwin Baltimore & Uhl Ohio Mit Great Northern Interber Co Corp. Va Sity Kan Southern Lenigh Valley Tay Tow Pfd Petroleum Birt New York Central MNHL Now NY Weaterr Dee Ba Ad Ayer Bate Worthern Pacific Pennsylvania Heptronter Beaboara” Aly mLay Studebaker Corp Southern Pacific Gay Tennessee Copper Ony Texas Co Teswe & Pavifte Aha Yaton Pacific Pecere Ns Ae USA Ora. Chemical Ba Western Westinghame New York Panama American Tol & Trey American Tobacco Avlantir Taltimere Chin Bia Gentral Central of Georgia Connel Leather Chesapeake & One Chicago Bac Ryan Hy Tiinnin Gentral Rean Ligeett & Byer Ee Lariart Sa Louteesite Nastville UN Vt Mlawourt Kan & Pexas New Fork Central Norfolk & Western Sun Seaboard Air Line Way Southern Pacific Texas Company Texas Virginia-Carolina Chemie

Jackets Scrimmage in Heavy Downpour Ahead of New Orleans Trip

In a heavy downpour the Jackets held a long practice and a muddy scrimmage, showing improved handling and reduced fumbles. Coach Heisman will take about twenty to New Orleans for a game against L A, with eleven definite starters and nine battle-ready reserves. The team departs Atlanta Thursday and aims to acclimate to the conditions and altitude before the clash, with a probable starting lineup including Goren, Senter, Carpenter, Alexander, Lang, Preas, DHillips, Morrigan, Fielder, Johnston, Spence, and Struppa among others.

Jackets New Orleans L. A Heisman Heyes Besos Atlanta Igner Goren Senter Carpenter Alexander Lang Preas Dhillips Morrigan Fielder Johnston Spence Duncan Barnwell Bryant Beard Struppa Hill

Southern League Annual Meeting Off Till December

Birmingham October 19 Special. President R H Baugh of the Southern league announced the special league meeting has been postponed from October 30 to December 15 due to the absence of two directors. He said he wants full attendance at the next meeting and noted Allen of Little Rock and Shropshire of Nashville will be away attending the baseball managers meeting in Wrigea.

Birmingham Ala R. H. Baugh Southern League Spntial Baugh Allen Lattle Rock Shropshire Nashville Wrieca

Camp Hill Nine Wins East Alabama Title

Camp Hill, Ala. October 19. Camp Hill's last amateur baseball team made up of home players won the East Alabama championship by defeating Lafayette three games to two in their season series. The Camp Hill club is praised as the strongest amateur outfit seen in the region, even stronger than some semi pro clubs.

Camp Hill Ala East Alabama Lafayette

Bowling Match Set Between Atlanta and Knoxville Tonight

Two top ten pin teams, Atlanta and Knoxville, face off in a best two of three at Crystal Bowling Alleys on the viaduct. Five men per side, lines include Torablin, Wilson, DeNise, Barnect, Elliott, Eliloth, and Walhau with local observers noting lively bowling action.

Atlanta Knoxville Wild Crystal Uga Noaxville Rathers Torablin Wilson Wil DeNise Elliott Walhau Eliloth Sr

Stark Will Not Lead Nashville Next Year

Dolly Stark, captain of the Nashville Vols, telegrams the sporting editor that he has withdrawn his application to manage the team next season. He hints at a future plan and promises to disclose it soon.

Dolly Stark Nashville Vols Sporting Editor Dolly

Newnan Defeats Griffin 32 to 0 in Local Grid Contest

Newnan Georgia on October 18 special report: the Newnan football team routed Griffin 32 to 0 at home. The victory showcased team work across the Newnan lineup while Goldstein starred for Griffin in a losing effort.

Newnan Special J Newnan Griffin Goldstein

Reorganize Boys Work of Y M C A in Atlanta

The first fall meeting of the boys work committee outlined a comprehensive system to track all 683 boys in the Y M C A building. Plans include forming clubs, games and outings with redoubled adult support. F B Dunn and H Dean, newly named assistants, spoke on goals for the new department. CG J Stout reported a 36 member rise in three weeks and a Western Astron visit set for Thursday night.

Atlanta F. B. Dunn H. Dean CG. J. Stout

Jordan Speaks in Athens Chamber Meeting

In Athens Georgia Hon G Gunby Jordan of Columbus a text manufacturer and banker will speak at the Athens Chamber of Commerce meeting Wednesday night on Some Lessons of the four. The event highlights local business and civic topics.

Athens, Ga Ucctoper G. Gunby Jordan Columbus Athens Chamber of Commerce

Cotton Upturned Tuesday By Bullish Weather Advices

The New York cotton market rose as January contracts gained from 12.72 to 12.84 and closed near 12.82 on bullish weather and crop advices. Spot activity helped lift prices with general gains around 7 to 10 points, while New Orleans observers noted narrow trading and steady spot values with moderate demand from mills.

New York Commission House Wall Street Liverpool Manchester Southern Statistical Bureau

Liverpool Cotton and Creamery Prices Reported in New York Market

In New York on October 18 and 19, reports show fluctuating prices for creamery products and assorted poultry, with extras and firsts noted at varying scores. Market observations include references to nearby hennery whites and browns, and unsettled live poultry prices amid generally dull activity. Metals trading in New York and London shows lead around 450 dollars, copper steady, and tin firm with quoted currencies and prices in £ and d.

New York Hennery Wendon pUgtat Exchange London

Exchange Seat Sale Sets New High Prices in Newark

Newark, October 19. The sale of an agent on the New York Stock Exchange for 37 was announced. The price stood at $2,000 above the last sale and several thousand dollars higher than sales between four and six months ago.

Newark New York Exchan

Cotton Movement and Financial Markets Update

Mixed cotton movement across New Orleans to New York with totals of receipts 69,190 and exports 160 for today, plus weekly totals receipts 143,406 and exports 41,482. Interior movement shows Houston, Memphis, Augusta, Louisville, Cincinnati, Little Rock and Dallas with varied middling prices and stock levels. New York financials report merchantile paper at 3.934, Sterling at 60 day bills 4.60, francs 6.85, marks 83, rubles 33, copper and bonds steady, call money high at 2, with London bullion market quoting 2415-100 per ounce.

Agetwuer Apn Pasler Ivod Liverpool iag-Tia Ilia Vie New Orleans Mobile Bal Houston Memphis Cincinnati Malex Galveston Mobile Havannah Salem Churivatoh Wihnington Hecetpin Baltimore Boston Philadelphia New York Mermphis Walen Augusta Aulos Loule Idaling Little Rock Stock Dai Dallas Midguing New York Financial Qctor Maercantile Lms Toans

Coffee futures rise modestly in New York market

The New York coffee market opened steady to higher with March at 7.58, July at 7.46 amid moderate demand from Wall Street and London houses. The day closed 4 to 6 points higher as supply appeared limited, with spot steady and Santos values firm while London credits edged lower and Rio prices moved higher.

New York Wall Street Hrusil Rantos Santos London Cradita London

Cotton Seed Oil Market Tracks Load Decline Then Rally

In New York futures on January 19 the cotton seed oil market opened weak on liquidation and poor crop weather news. Prices fell about 16 points before late-day buying lifted values, closing roughly 3 to 6 points higher than at the low, with overall weakness tempered by unsettled crop conditions and demand.

New York

Be SALEHEM LEADS IN RISE 10 500

New York stocks rise led by Salehem with gains in steel and rail issues. Bethlehem Steel, Studebaker, American Steel Foundries, Willys-Overland, and United States Steel show notable advances while rail shares pull back after a detailed Rock Island report. Foreign exchange and bond offerings add to a cautious trading day.

New York United States Steel Bicel Wich Bethlehem Steel Studebaker Amerian Steel Willys-Overland Virginia Iron, Coal and Coke Ty United States Geneval Motors American Locomotive Baldwin Locomotive Aracibie Steel New York Air Brake Husway Steel Springs Colorada Fuel Saverat Lorenoga Rimsour Pacffc Telligunianion Rock Island London Italy Unpecial Germany Praes

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