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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1925
Page
3
The report notes a wedding of a local couple who then traveled to Portland Oregon. The groom, Mr Dilion, begins a summer school program and is slated to take a position as superintendent of schools in a nearby Portland area town next year.
Dart of Lewis cal Walter Ditton of Indianola were married at the M E parsonage in Indianola on June 1. The bride lived at the Geo E Kunze home for seven years and is a graduate of a newer school. The groom has just graduated.
Lewis Lodge J O O F held a semi annual election with N G O Roberts awarded the top post and V G Russell Pont as officer. C A Coe of Atlantic was chosen as district delegate to represent the area at the Grand Lodge session.
DeHart Hubbard of Michigan shattered the world running broad jump mark at Stagg Field Chicago on Saturday with a 25 feet 1078 inch leap. The final performance capped his collegiate career as Michigan’s star athlete amid a national meet that produced multiple records and meet marks in the 1925 championship.
Fifty three track men from four states entered the fourth annual Midwestern A. A. meet to be held June 20 at the University of Iowa. Hawkeyes enter a full team with stars from Nebraska Ames Drake and Cornell. Sprint lineup features Roberts Everingham Coulter Brookins Town Dale Barber Suit Wightman Fry. Harold Phelps will run the mile and Cunger of Ames will compete in the half and two mile runs.
Four survivors from New York state's lightweight elimination meet tonight at Queensboro stadium for a chance to challenge Benny Leonard's vacated title. Semifinals pair Stanislaus Loayza of Chili against Cylia Olana of Cuba, and Benny Valgar of New York against Jimmy Goodrich of Buffalo, with Valgar the favorite.
In Iowa City on June 15 More than 100 sports mentors are expected to enroll in the University of Iowa summer coaching school opening today A new course the psychology of athletics added taught by Prof Co A Ruckmick with instructors Ingwersen Locke Barry Bresnahan Vogel and Dr Fieseler directing athletics conditioning The program covers football basketball track baseball and conditioning topics.
Waterloo Iowa June 15 INS Claude Willoughby pitching ace from 1924 pennant Hawks will wear Waterloo uniform again this week. Willoughby was sold to Milwaukee club late season but failed to start well. Spot Grant third baseman left today for Mankato Minnesota semi pro club.
A Topeka woman reports to The Topeka Journal that in eight houses for rent she was asked seven times if she had children. Four landlords refused to consider her as a hazard, while three recalled the house had rented to a woman with children earlier.
The article notes that in Japan the rainy season starting in June makes air activity stop until September 15. This period, described as idle, reflects a climate pattern that disrupts regular operations and transportation during the hot wet months.
The Philadelphia Athletics, previously leading the American League, stumble as injuries mount. Sam Gray’s injury follows eight straight wins while Poole drops from above .400 to around .300. Cochrane Dykes and Bishop also slide as the team battles a natural decline and loses games.
Edward J Flinn center fielder was elected captain of the Iowa baseball team for 1925. Flinn was among the squad’s leading hitters this season and a top standout in batting.
Henry L. Farrell profiles Paul Berlenbach, New World's light heavyweight champion, tracing his unlikely switch from wrestling to boxing. The Alabama-born fighter rose from amateur titles to the Olympic team, faced early knockouts and rough breaks, then rebuilt his career with Dan Hickey's coaching. He finally defeated Mike McTigue to claim the crown. Berlenbach's odd path includes a near dive offer, a career halt after a Delaney upset, a speech loss from scarlet fever, and a remarkable recovery that led to world champ status.
Sandy Moose of Chicago a former ams Be meee and round engaged in a 15 round bout here yesterday. The event showcased a long bout with notable exchanges and a conclusion that drew local spectator attention.
New York dispatch reports John McGraw will debut Eddie Farrell, University of Pennsylvania captain, at third base against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The rookie’s appearance highlights the Giants uncertain form amid injuries and a recent slump as Groh, Lindstrom, and others struggle.
Zach Wheat's managerial debut with the Dodgers boosts morale and crowd. Dodgers beat Reds 12 to 3, Reds suffer first defeat in nine games while Senators outlast Browns to close in on Athletics. Ruth hits homer, Yankees win 8 to 0 as Cubs top Braves 7 to 3. Cards beat Phils 11 to 7. Athletics shut out by Indians 10 to 0.
Los Angeles on June fifteenth sees Bud Taylor of Terre Haute and Ernie Goozman prepare for a ten round boxing match. The weight issues and training have stirred local interest as both fighters sharpen for the contest.
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