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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1925
Page
3
Tom Gibbons of St Paul heavyweight boxer announces a one month layoff from the fight game due to illness affecting his sister. The setback follows a period of training and recent attempts to vault back into action, with uncertainty about his return.
The Western League schedule released today shows parity with last year except southern clubs play northern clubs on their diamonds. Four three game exchanges between north and south and three exchanges otherwise. Opening action includes Altivany against Oklahoma City and Des Moines against Paul. Columbus hosts Fargo as the circuit begins April 1.
New residents join the local baseball scene contributing to rising team strength as the season approaches. Veterans and moderates anticipate changes and modest impacts on rosters and prospects for upcoming play.
The York state athletic commission awaits a response to Harry Wills from heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey and manager Jack Kearns. Kearns says opponents can be picked only if promotion is secured. The commission plans to act after its Tuesday meeting. Under rules, those refusing challenges risk suspension and losing voting rights in the state.
Elliott March 9 Special to News Telegraph The Elliott high school girls basketball team defeated Henderson in a featured game. Strong play from Elliott led to a clear win as the season progresses.
Henry L Farrell notes major and minor league preparations for 1925 pennant races. Dolan O Connell scandal discussed, Giants’ season burdened by suspicion and overconfidence, with McGraw driving players and stoking road hostility to fuel effort. Headlines focus on Boston, New York, Pittsburgh and Chicago contenders in the coming year.
Ohio State holds first place as the Western Conference basketball race heads into its final week. A win by Minnesota at Madison tonight could secure second place, while defeats for Illinois would leave Indiana and Illinois tied for second and third.
Kid Broad, a familiar Broadway figure and former boxer, is now largely out of boxing, appearing occasionally in minor movie roles. He has lost interest in the sport and is considering a new path after years in the ring.
In a tight showdown, Prine edges the rival squad as key players deliver late baskets. Shaiy leads with crucial drives while five others contribute steady scoring and defense to seal the win.
Louisville dispatch notes 139 entries for the fifty first Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 16. Entry pool includes all last year’s 2 year old stake winners and 8 year old thoroughbreds. Notables mentioned include Quatrain Master Charlie Mother Goose Candy Kid Bibl Sansard and Sunny among likely contenders.
Ed Rafferty once a Chicago White Sox ball club performer sues a local policeman for ten dollars. He claims the officer struck him with a club during a disorderly conduct arrest, leaving him sight in one eye. The incident reportedly occurred in Whiting Indiana on March 9.
Iowa district Class A and B basketball clashes unfold across Indianola Shenandoah Osceola Guthrie Center Perry Willisa Ta bor Harlan Mt. Ayr Norwalk Blanchard Kelterton Mant Rippey Cromwell Bartlett Irwin Red ting with centers yet unnamed. Guthrie Center disputed win over Stuart in Southwestern sectional as scorebooks showed 22 points for Guthrie Center before officials ruled 24 23 final. Final results list Guthrie Center over Stuart 24 23 in Class A while Menlo Massena win Class B at Stuart and Haran Shenandoah matches.
In New York on March 9, OConnell and Goodrich headline the lightweight division as the second round proceeds. Other named boxers include Sally Seemay Clyde Basil Galiay, with favorites and matchups shaping the upcoming bouts.
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