Walsh says McGraw losing prestige in Giants ranks
Davis J. Wallis reports whispers that John McGraw faces friction with core players Bil Terry and Freddie Lindstrom. The piece contrasts past tough management with modern methods, noting resistance to McGraw’s authority, high tension among players, and questions over his grip on the club.
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Freddie Lindstrom
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Dahlin
Kent Greenfield
Dave Robertson
Toshave
Frisch
Cardinals
St. Louis
Benefit Bout in Chicago to Aid Wounded Soldiers
Proceeds from the July 12 bout between Mushy Callahan and Sammy Baker will be donated to Chicago hospitals toward expenses for wounded aviators and soldiers attending the Legion convention in Paris. Promoter Dint Mullen announced the plan today.
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Mushy Callahan
Sammy Baker
New York
Faris
Dint Mullen
Contenders Named in Intercollegiate Golf Championship
Garden City Nova Scotia June 2. Roland Mackengie of Washington Watts Gunn of Atlanta Lester Boltil of Minnesota lead contenders in the intercollegiate golf championship as the event opens with strong teams from American Walker Cup members.
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Roland Mackengie
Washington
Watts Gunn
al- Innta
Lester Bolitil
University of Minnesota
Hot Ball Ignites Batter’s Clothes in Solon Game
Art Meyers of the Solon Pirates fired fast pitches that set fire to a River Independents batter’s clothes. The ball struck the batter, igniting matches tucked in his clothing and causing a brief blaze during the July 28 game in Solon, Florida.
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Inne
Riverside
Leading Hitter Leaders By League and Club Actions
National League top hitters include Harris and Barnhart of Pittsburgh and Waner, Friseh of St Louis, with Tay of Cincinnati leading last year at 274. American League leaders feature Gehrig and Simmons with Ruth of New York posting 894 last year.
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Gehrig
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Yesterday's Homers in American League Leaders
Reported yesterday, key homers by players Pettis Luzern of the Yankees and Hodnop of the Indians headline a mixed ledger. Mentioned are Wright of the Pirates Blader Cardingla on the National and American totals with Wilson leading at 16 and Bath at 24.
Cards Can Land in Upper Berth Today by Beating Pirates
The St. Louis Cardinals can move into first place today by defeating the Pirates. The Reds shelled the Cubs 14 to 4. the Yankees beat the Athletics 6 to 2. White Sox fell to Washington 8 to 0 as Ted Lyons won 7 to 2 over Willis Hudlin. Browns owner Joe Brown bought an airplane to travel with his team, but the team keeps sinking, losing to the Tigers 4 to 2. Candle Willoughby of the Phillies sparked a win as fans watched Abe Giants 6 to 1.
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Des Moines Star Leads Golfers At Iowa Tourney Qualifying
Davenport reports show Ira Allen of Des Moines leading the state championship qualifier with a four hole edge. Robert McCrary, also of Des Moines, is second, Lee Merron of Sioux City third. Sixty four top scorers advance to 18 more holes and thirty two to the championship flight. Des Moines has the most qualifiers, with Davenport and Cedar Rapids also well represented. First round matches begin tomorrow across flights.
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Ifra Allen
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Robert McCrary
Des Moinnd
Lee Merron
Sioux City
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Oskaloosa
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Centerville
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Jack Dempsey Looks Strong in Training Bout
White Sulphur Springs New York June 28 sid mercer reports Dempsey shows mature build and power in early ring work. Flynn notes his left hand needs work and Dempsey expects to weigh around 205 pounds before a scheduled shot at time against Sharkey. Dempsey sparred with Gans McMullen and Carter, praised for strength and looseness while addressing glove shortage and pacing.
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White Sulphur Springs
N. Y
Dempsey
Jack
California
Lea P. Flynn
Flynn
Linoff
Allentown
Joe Gans
Jimmy McMullen
Cari] Carter
Tunney
Sharkey
Appointment of Executrix in Jobes Estate
In Cass County Town Probate District Court a notice proclaims Laura A Jobes appointed and qualified as executrix of the estate of Fred H Jobes late of Cass County Town deceased. Creditors must pay and present claims as required by law, dated June 21 2027.
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State of Town
Cass County
Fred. H. Jobes
Fred H. Jobes
Cassiounty
Town
Kids Flock to Sunnyside Park for Relief from Sun
Playground work at Sunnyside Park under Couch P G Russell of the local high school directs daily activity for over 200 children. Reported as in progress, the plan outlines morning play for younger children and afternoon play for older youths. Two new tennis courts are being built south of the old high building and will be ready soon.
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Sunnyside Park
Russell
Wills Reaches Wimbledon Round, Surges Past South African
Helen Wills, United States tennis champion, defeated Mrs. Peacock of South Africa in the fifth round of the British championships at Wimbledon. Elizabeth Ryan and Miss McKaney Godfree’s upsets boost American hopes as Frenchman Cochet eliminates Hunter in five sets. Ekstrom named superintendent of agricultural education in Des Moines. Purdue graduate previously led Jessup schools.
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England
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Peacock
South Africa
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Great Britain
Kitty McKaney
Godfree
Elizabeth Ryan
Stars and Stripes
Francis T. Hunter
Bill Tilgen
Henri Cochet
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State Board of Vocational Education
Agnes Samuelson
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Purdue University
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