My Greatest Thrill in Sport by Robert Zuppée
Coach Robert C. Zuppee recalls Illinois football’s 1916 upset over Minnesota, describing the famed Gophers and the perfect ten era, the dramatic Chicago reception, and how Illinois’ 14 to 0 victory became his greatest thrill in sport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert C. Zuppee
University of Miinois
TL Nojis
Minnesota
Anu
Ul, Williams
Baston
Wyman
Tyery Mtan
Boston
Gophers
Colgate
Ohio
Ring Gardner
Ghicago
Chicago
Ring
Malas
Klein
Minnexipolis
Durch Sternaman Sa
Illinois
Duy
Plas
Wyatt
Fle
Minneapolis Tribune
Gois
Wisconsin
Chicaga
Public Ledger Company
Different Ways to Keep Radiator From Freezing
The article reports findings from the Bureau of Standards Washington on anti freeze options for auto radiators. Alcohol remains leading material though caution on acid in wood alcohol. Kerosene, calcium chloride, chromates, and glycerine tested for corrosion and overheating risks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bureau of Standards
Washington
Passes Are Not Permitted to World Series Contests
The article states no free tickets are allowed to World Series games. Only paid seats are issued, with Commissioner Landis holding the single paid ticket. Presidents, promoters, and newspapers obtain passes or tickets through official allotment or purchase, reducing free admissions across major sports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenesaw M. Landis
Sam Brendon
United States
Beginning of Fred Clarke's Big League Career
Barney Dreyfuss traveled to Memphis in 1894 to sign a player. Throw Em Down McCloskey demanded 75 dollars for Clarke, who then debuted with Dreyfuss and went five hits in five at bats. Clarke soon became one of baseballs greatest players.
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Fred Clarke
Barney Dreyfuss
Pittsburgh
Memphis
McCloskey
Man
Mr. Dreyfuss
Clarke
Dreyfuss
Pred Clarke
Reasons Cars Start Hard In Severe Winter Weather
Chief cites cold weather causes rough starts including heavy lubricants causing drag, worn spark plugs with wide gaps, excessive choke drawing raw charges into cylinders, valve leakage leaving insufficient gasoline, and dirty or misadjusted breaker points.
Timely and Interesting Bits of Different Sports
A collage of sports notes references Fresco Thompson and the Phillies trade talk, Temple basketball coach Jimmy Usilton, North Cates Hing grid plans, Dernie Weters’ US sprint titles, and remaining AllAmerica spots. It also mentions golf players Aubrey Boomer and Henry Cotton in Pacific coast events and small town opinions on miniature golf boosting employment.
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Phils
Fresco Thompson
Aralge
Aubrey Boomer
Henry Cotton
New and Effective Plan to Drag Auto Out of Mud
Renard Mc Manus of Moline Illinois describes a cheap roadside rescue method using old skid chains and fence posts. He pins posts under the running boards, hooks chains to the rear, shifts to low gear, and lifts the front end, freeing the car with repeated success.
Winterizing Automobiles for Year-Round Use
The article argues car care in winter should mirror home warming practices. It urges simple, sensible adjustments to prepare vehicles for cold months, such as improving heating, insulation, and ventilation to keep cars and tracks operating reliably through the winter.
Stagg Plans Coaching Staff With Ex-Captains In Lead Roles
Former Maroon football captains will aid Director A. A. Stage this season. Ken Rouse to coach the line, Jim Pyott from 1928 will work with the backs, Pat Kelly from 1929 will assist with freshmen. Nelson Norgren, Stage’s first assistant, will be unavailable after October as he is in Japan with the ball team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stagg
A. A. Stage
Ken Rouse
Jim Pyott
Pat Kelly
Nelson Norgren
Stage
Japan
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Robert C. Zuppke
Mac
Warney
Jimmy Usilton
Temple University
Chuck Golting
North Cates Hing
Dernie Weters
Robby Jones
Commerce Department
Renard McManus
Ast Moline
Til
Tarry Ki
Wilson
Lighthorse
Ralph I. Sasse
Army
West Printers
New York City
Manhattan
Ralph B. Hagerie
Bayer
Mon
Levert
Seay
Peiatany Dias
Dox
Fe’ -Chicago Post
Chas. H. Fletcher
Lydia Orloske
Washington Ave
Scranton
Lydia E. Pinkham
Peglarly
Lydia
Oss
Minnie E
Rushville
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