Harvard Coaches Rumors Tie Wendell to Crimson
Cambridge mass jan reports former all American fullback Percy Wendell now coaching at Williams and under contract with Lehigh is sought as Harvard football coach for 1925 season. Rumors say Daly selection denied and Vlaher may depart with a new Harvard coaching staff planned.
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Nurmi to chase seven world indoor records this week
Paavo Nurmi will attempt to lower seven world indoor marks in two races in New York and Chicago this week. He has already shown the ability to run two record races within two hours and plans another rapid sequence after trains and travel between cities. He will contest events including the 3000 metres and distances around a mile and a half at Madison Square Garden and Chicago, clocking fast times as he pursues new records.
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George Gibson Named Cubs Coach in Chicago
Chicago January 12 GP veteran catcher and former Pirates pilot George Gibson signed on as coach of the Chicago Cubs succeeding Oscar Dagey who was released. Gibson began with Buffalo Club in 1903, joined Pirates in 1904, and set a major league record by catching 150 consecutive games.
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Washington Senators under Donnie Bush management
The Washington Senators, under manager Donnie Bush, faced a season where Dibsen spent last year pursuing hunting and fishing, reflecting a quiet, eventful year away from the diamond.
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Jordan Awarded a Decision Over Schultz
Philadelphia report notes Tommy Jordan of New York won a decision over Mike Schultz of Philadelphia in the opening bout. Jordan weighed 1461 2 pounds to Schultz 160. Detroit’s Joey Schwartz and Boston’s Andy Martin fought to a draw in the second bout. Schwartz substituted for Jon Nelann. Schwartz weighed 127 and Martin 122.
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Kaplan to Meet Mascart for World Title Shot
New York January reports Kid Kaplan of Meriden Connecticut will face Edouard Mascart of France for a world title bout. The pairing was set at Madison Square Garden with Tex Rickard supervising the final rounds. Date expected in March or April.
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Wall Street Briefs From New York Markets January 12
Wall Street reports show United States Steel near a pre estimates level with dividends surplus around 70600 000 and common stock activity around 126. Pan American Petroleum and Transport Company earnings between 0 090 000 and 7 000 000 for December. Contracts indicate 40 million barrels of oil delivery this year and 200 million gallons of gasoline to be marketed. Mohan Mogan? Dull earnings for 1924 around 34 a share. Working capital about 10 971 799 and cash 2 722 381. Heavy steel prices rise 50 cents a ton in Chicago to 22.
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Automobile Belonging to Thugs Found Near Headquarters
Police in Marietta Ohio found a car believed to belong to the group that shot Patrolman Harrison Boyd. The vehicle contained clothing and items linked to the murderers and to withdrawn thefts from Parkersburg and Cincinnati. Authorities said clues may reveal the killers identities.
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Oddball Sports Banter and Rumors From The Era
A collage of sports gossip and quips touches on the White Sox season, players like One-eyed Connolly and Dan O’Leary, pro salaries vs amateurs, and remarks about boxing, golf and Notre Dame. The tone mixes speculation, humor, and sharp asides about figures such as Babe Ruth and the Prince of Wales.
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Jury Completes Selection For Gaston B. Mears Trial
New York Jan 12 jury selection finished for the trial of Gaston A. Mears former justice department agent and his former attorney Thomas J Melcher on charges of conspiracy to obstruct justice. A lengthy testimony phase is set to begin tomorrow morning.
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Community notes from Bluefield Virginia items
The Bluefield News column reports Alice Defors Christmas progress toward returning home, Dudley's post operative recovery, Monroe Atkins returning from War Eagle for his brother Ken Atkins’s funeral after a slate fall in the mines, and Mrs. R H Early back from Mendota with pastor husband. Circle No meets Wednesday afternoon at 8 with Mrs. K B Thomas.
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Washington Club Eyes Strong Season After World Title
Washington club, champions of the universe, faces a tougher push next season as Manager Stanley Harris bets on veteran stars to stay in the pennant race. He bought forty year old Vean Gregg and Stan Coveleskie, keeping Dutch Reuther, to back up the pitching staff and maintain top form. If the veterans pay off, Harris can keep the club in the first division and cash in on another strong year.
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APPLICATION FOR PISTOL LICENSE NOTICE
Notice states an application will be made on the specified date to the court of Mercer County for permission to carry a pistol in accordance with West Virginia law. Deputy Sheriff A. Brown signs the notice.
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