World records highlight Penn relay carnival day one
Georgetown University shines with a world record in the sprint medley and a second record tying effort in the mile relay. Anthony Plansky wins Georgetown's first decathlon at the Pennsylvania games while Lord David Burghley claims victory for Cambridge in the 400 meters hurdles. Rutgers edges Johns Hopkins in a near-track record in the mile relay as Phelps leads late to win the two mile.
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Princeton
Lord David Burghley
Cambridge University
England
Anthony Plansky
Georgetown
University of Pennsylvania
George Marsters
Washington
New York A. C
University of Illinois
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Rutgers
Johns Hopkings
Phelps
Towa
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Maranette
Schmid
Colombia
Records broken in Drake preliminaries at Des Moines
Des Moines April 24 5000 athletes from 191 institutions competed as preliminaries opened for the Drake relay carnival finals to be decided tomorrow. Butler college medley relay set an American and Drake mark 7 43 9 10 for the event. Richerson of Missouri broke the Drake discus record with 140 10 3 4 inches. Schwarze of Wisconsin set a new Drake shot put record 45 6 1 2 inches. Song State Teachers College relay lowered Drake half mile mark to 1 33 4 10. Kansas relay team ran 4x110 yard in 42 6 10 beating Butler and Notre Dame. Roland Locke of Nebraska had fastest 220 yard heat time.
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Butler College
A. C
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Kilgore
Gray
Caraway
Phillips
Richerson
Missouri
Drake
Schwarze
Wisconsin
Song State Teachers College
University of Kansas
Notre Dame
Roland Locke
Nebraska
Investigation Ordered Into Excessive Demands
New York reports an AAU inquiry into alleged excessive expense demands by Finnish stars Paavo Nurmi and Ritola to appear at Chicago Des Moines meets. Frederick W. Rubien ordered investigations, with Wendell and Reitmann directed to probe claims including a $42,000 expense note for the University of Chicago and Drake Relays refusals.
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Amateur Athletic Union
Ex- Pensa
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Ana Witte Bitola
Chicago
Des Moines
Frederick W. Rubien
Rubien
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Kenneth L. Wilson
Drake University
Nurmi
Ritola
Otis P Sapp Turns Away From Ball Games After Gambling Scandal
Otis P Sapp publicly vows not to attend another ball game following White Sox players admitting bets during the 1919 World Series. He quips about mixed foursomes on a golf course, recalls his long support of baseball icons, and recounts 1924 Dolan O Connell Heinie Sand incident that shattered his faith.
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White Sox
Mr. Sapp
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Clentte
Nckson
Swat Mulligan
Swifty McKurk
Nohogr
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Hy Pol
Dolan
O'Connell
Heinie Sand
McGraw
Sapp
New York
Otis P
Five Business Houses Destroyed by Fire in New Athens
Fire in New Athens Ohio on April 24 destroyed five business buildings and two homes in the town center. A cigarette sparked the blaze, aided by no local water supply, prompting bucket brigades from about 400 residents and aid from Barnesville and Harrisville. The damaged premises included Johnson Dry Goods, Shrivers Meat Market, Baer Grocery, McFadden Hardware, Williams Paint, with two residences involved. most losses were insured.
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Ohio
Barnesville
Harrisville
Johnson Dry Goods
the &. M. Shrivers Meat Market
J. S. Baer Grocery Store
McFadden Hardware Store
Williams Paint Store
Nickel Plate hearings focus on short line fate in consolidation plan
Washington April 24 Representatives of short line railroads questioned how their properties would be treated if nationwide railroad consolidation proceeds under the Von Sweringen plan. Nickel Plate president John J. Bernet described tentative dealings with at least one short line, as records are prepared for submission under cross examination by dissenting minority stockholders. Hearings will resume tomorrow.
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Moultrie Hitt
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Nickel Plate
Chesapeake Rand Ohio
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Rile Ranroads
Fourteen Hecla mine rescuers hailed as safe
Wallace Idaho April 24 fourteen miners trapped by a lower workings fire at the Hecla mine near Burks were rescued alive after a pump was brought into operation and flames were fought. Miner I R Uhtoff led the firefighting, noting smoke drove the group back before success. The station on the 2000 foot level was destroyed.
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Idaho
Inet Nieht
Hecla
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Thea Star Tunnel
Springton High Baseball Narrowly Edges McComas
Springton Junior High won a pitchers duel at Rock baseball park as McComas High School fell 6 to 5 after a ninth inning bases loaded threat. Burgess, Martin, Belcher and Halstead combined on the mound for McComas in a tight contest.
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Harris to lean on veteran pitchers for Nationals
Washington manager Stanley Harris plans to rely on veteran hurlers despite their fading form. Crafty pitchers who know how to pitch may carry the team as Washington rebuilds, with early-season doubts about youth and unproven rookies lingering.
Coolidge pursues hands off policy on Pacific Mail sale
Washington April 24 President Coolidge will not intervene over the Pacific Mail sale of five vessels operated on the California Orient line despite board opposition and a temporary restraining order. He notified Chairman O Connor that no further action is needed and the matter is closed. Attorneys for Pacific Mail hint further steps to block the sale may follow. The report includes Sargents outcry on law and motherhood duties influencing national policy.
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Bulgarian turmoil widens as court martial and unrest spread
Belgrade Apr 24 A Bulgarian court martial began function with unconfirmed reports of executions. Police discover munitions in Black Sea ports and arms in Varna, while refugees flee to the Serbian frontier amid reprisals. Diplomatic tension grows as Yugoslavia accuses Bulgaria over refugee handling. Bulgarian minister summoned for explanations.
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Jugoslavia
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Bulgaria
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Braves release Lucas and Beattie move to Pacific Coast League
Boston April 24 reports Fred Lucas pitcher and second baseman released outright to Seattle club of the Pacific Coast League. Beattie’s payment due tomorrow as Beattie was transferred in a cash realignment. Lucan, from the Southern League, returns to Braves with earlier season moves and minor roster reshuffles cited.
Senator Wheeler acquittal verdict read in trial
Senator Burton Wheeler smiles as the acquittal verdict is read in a high profile trial. The lengthy proceedings centered on Wheeler, a noted political figure, and the case drew vast public attention before the jury returned its decision.
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Senator Wheeler
Mrs Babe Ruth suffers nervous breakdown in New York
New York April 24 Mrs Herman Babe Ruth was taken to St Vincent s hospital after a complete nervous breakdown on her way to visit her husband a patient. Dr John King attended Ruth and ordered admission for several weeks of rest and care.
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Ruth
St. Vincent's Hospital
John King
Yankees
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Janet Dr. King
Dr. King
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Jim
Gald
Ikuuye Wale
Five Years Term for Rich Virginia Farmer in Slay Case
Wetheville Va April 24 D A Al Clary a wealthy farmer was sentenced to five years imprisonment after conviction in circuit court on involuntary manslaughter in the killings of Fred Price and the shooting of W R Price Sr and Jr at the St Clair farm. Bonds set and further trials slated for July. George A Sanderson longtime U S Senate secretary died at 75 in Washington after a heart attack. He served since 1819 and is survived by widow and son.
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W. R. Price
W. R. Price Jr
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St. Clair
John M. Hart
Corporation Court of Roanoke
Washington
Chicago
United States Senate
Sanderson
Senate
Jiamillon
Ohio
Naval Academy
Navy
Mexico
Ein Dinsmore Phillips
Phy Sanderson
Baltimiare
Santa Monica Wins Two Major Road Associations Meeting
Santa Monica California wins the next meeting of the United States Good Roads and the Bankhead Highway Associations after the executive committee left the subject, and the matter was reopened.
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Texas
Santa Monica
California
United States Good Roads
Bankhead Highway Associations
Welch Efficiency Club Banquet Highlights Rail Service Ideals
One hundred ten members of the Pocahontas division Efficiency Club of Norfolk and Western attended a safety meeting in Welch. Norfolk Western officials including Judge Werndon and Colonel O Toole spoke on organization and service. Local figures from Welch and Bluefield participated, stressing diligence, courtesy, and efficiency in railroad operations.
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Memorial Building
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Norfolk and Western
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Battle
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Elas
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Extended power denied probers two committees
A fragmented agency story notes extended power denial as probers face two committees. The piece references opposition to criticizing a judge and a withdrawn resolution amid ongoing reporting.
Collett Missed Leaders in Moor Park Foursome
London April 24 Miss Glenna Collett former American women's champion and Mrs Dudley Charles English pair failed to finish among leaders in a 18 hole medal play foursome at Moor Park. They carded 92 after a bright start and were seven strokes behind leaders Mrs Towler and Miss Hoberth who led by eight or more pairs.
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Misa Glenna Collett
Dudley Charles
England
Moor Park
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Collett
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State athletic commission fines two boxers in Scranton match
The Pennsylvania state athletic commission fined Jack Alvie of Pittsburg and May Mitchell of Philadelphia $50 each for unsatisfactory performance at a Scranton bout last Monday night. The club is ordered to arrange a rematch at an early date so fans get what they paid for.
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Philadelphia
State Athletic Commission
Jack Alvie
Pittsburg
May Mitchell
Seranton
Ait Scranton
College Basera le Syracuse Michigan Score Brief
Syracuse hosts Michigan at 4 a on a WashingtonUniversity of West Virginia Catholic University 6 schedule fragment shows mixed team names and venues.
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University of West Virginia
Catholic Uniiversity
Princeton Criminal Court Sheds Light on Dullard Cases
In Princeton the criminal court heard varied felonies and misdemeanors. Kelly received thirty days in jail and a $25 fine. his brother Lawrence faced a similar sentence. Kamnes and Stead pleaded guilty to assault and battery. Judge Dillard imposed eight feet 50 dollars and thirty days for each. The docket closed for the day with many defendants awaiting Monday arraignments. The term may adjourn by early next month pending upcoming trials. Next week local court plans to hear more major cases with limited holidays.
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Thia
East
Renit
Eleo
Short Talks Feature Rotary Club Luncheon
The Princeton Rotary Club held its weekly luncheon with brief talks by Dr. George W. Diehl and John J. Mutter of the US Chamber of Commerce. George Brown delivered a conference report urging Rotarians to attend the Cleveland convention. Hill Roberts spoke on Toy Boys Week. H B DeJernette led the program.
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Princeton Rotary Club
Brown
Cleveland
George W. Diehl
John J. Mutter
United States Chamber of Commerce
Hill Roberts
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