Sports Comment Terse look at athletes and boxing prospects
The piece surveys Terry Martin and Jack Sharkey in a planned showdown in Mechanics Hall, praises European pistol and rowing figures, and notes Guy Morton’s one hit game for the Indians while Clyde Engle takes a managerial post. It also discusses Walter Johnson’s arm, Boston College sprinters, Corbett on Wills, and England’s Rudd as Olympic contenders. The New York Yankees’ attendance record is highlighted with Ruth’s impact.
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al Delmont
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Terry
Brothers Terry and Harry Martin Vie in Tonight's Bout
Terry Martin and Harry Martin are brothers with Aleck Maclean acting as manager for Terry. Popular prices prevail for tonight's bout with tickets in the 81 to 83 range.
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Terry Martin
Harry Martin
Aleck Maclean
Terry
Unicorn Team to Enter Scotch Caledonian Games at Caledonian Grove
The Unicorn A B A will field its full squad at Caledonian Grove next Saturday afternoon, led by manager Tom Kanaly. Over 150 athletes are entered across events including 40 and 100 yard dashes, quarter and half mile races, weight events, and the Walter Scott feature race. Notable competitors include Bart Macchia J F Downey R L Smith Joe Sullivan national junior 40 yard hurdle champion and Tom King of Holy Cross with Caffrey O Leary and others in middle distance heats.
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Tom Kanaly
George Brown
Unicorn
Bart Macchia
J. F. Downey
R. L. Smith
Joe Sullivan
Sullivan
R. A. Robertson
Eddie Murphy
Melville
J. A. Caffrey
Tom King
Holy Cross
Unicorn Club
Caffrey
Chris O'Leary
King
Harold C. Cutchill
The
Garland Courage
New
John C. Lawlor
Wilkie and
Welch
Hatherly Open Golf This Week
English Tee party over, players expect lower scoring in open competition. The Hatherly Club hosts a nine hole event on the south shore at North Scituate, drawing golfers of all levels to the popular course.
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Hatherly Club
North Scituate
Hatherly Open Attracts Top Golfers For Weekend Meet
Friday and Saturday mark the Hatherly Club open tournament led by George M Barnum and George Hawley. Notables include Fred Wright Jesse Guilford Francis Ouimet and Paul Tewksbury. New nine holes delayed but entries expected to exceed last year’s 183. Train schedules and transport details provided for North Scituate attendees.
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George M. Barnum
George Hawley
South Shore
Fred Wright
Jesse Guilford
Francis Ouimet
Paul Tewksbury
Philadelphia
Hatherly
Paul
Quakertown
Ouimet
Francis Culmet
Ted Tewksbury
John Hatherly
W. C. Reynolds
Borden Covel
William H. North
North Scituate
Burns Delivers Double for Cleveland in 2 0 Victory
George Burns pinch hit in the eighth doubled to left driving in Chapman and Speaker as Cleveland defeated Washington 2 to 0. Right fielder Smith was out, and Burns provided the only runs of the game in the Aug 2 contest.
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George Burns
Smith
Chapman
Speaker
Washington
A. Shanks
Milan
Rice
Roth Rarris
Ellerbee
Thomas
Gharrity
Ettaee Courtney
Gharriy
Correct Grip and Pivot for Accurate Golf Shots
A 1920 guide explains the overlapping grip and waist pivot for straight shots. It warns against left foot pivot errors and left heel twiddling, urging a waist driven motion to keep the ball on line and maximize control.
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Bell Syndicate
Tigers Land Bush Pitcher Bloomington Star
Bloomington announces the sale of pitcher Allen Conkwright of the local Three I League club to the Detroit American League club. The move was disclosed today.
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Bloomington
Ill
Allen Conkwright
Sports matchups listed for national and city teams
Regional and national basketball pairings announced with games across Boston Detroit New York Chicago Philadelphia St Louis Cleveland Pittsburgh Brooklyn Cincinnati and other city matchups. No results provided.
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Cincinnati
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Detroit Eevee
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P.O
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Cleveland
St. Louis
National Pittsburg
Babe Ruth Sends New York Past Cubs 7 to 0 in Chicago
Babe Ruth belts his 38th homer of the season driving in four runs as New York shuts out Chicago 7 to 0. Ruth adds two walks and a high infield fly that reaches second before being caught. Quinn and Williams exchange notes as New York gains a decisive victory and boosts their pennant chase.
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Babe” Ruth
New York
Williams
Ruth
Risberg
Quinn
Wilkinson
Pratt
Jackson
Ward
E. Collins
J. Collins
Amateur boxers warned for open glove hits in Antwerp
American amateur boxers preparing for Antwerp Olympics are cautioned to avoid open glove punches. Officials have strict penalties for such fouls after an English amateur named Soyle was disqualified for open glove hits.
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Antwerp
S*oyle
Browns Rally to Nip A’s Hopes in St Louis Comeback
St. Louis rallied in the eighth inning to score six runs and beat Philadelphia 10 to 8. Early misplays and late hits keyed the comeback with F Walker and Griffin among two base threats and C Walker homering for St. Louis.
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Fast field at Brassard at Revere cycle track
The Brassard event at the new Revere cycle track hosts the strongest field yet with Wiley Madonna Chapman and Carman among the starters. The Italian champion is a favorite to win the daily prize as Chapman gains support from his recent strong showing. The card includes amateurs and professionals in other races.
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Madonna
Chapman
Carman
Cubs Snuff Out Phils Rally in Chicago Loss
Cubs end Philadelphia rally as Wheat sues for Cravath in ninth. Robertson Deal Cravath key two basers with Paskett and Robertson stealing. Barber Deal era double plays. Tyler and Smith walk totals. Smith Allows nine hits in eight innings with Causey giving up one in relief. Umpires Moran Rigler. Time uncertain.
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Philadelphia
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Killefer
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Chicago
Cards Triumph Over Dodgers in Brooklyn Victory
St Louis defeats Brooklyn 4 to 1 after dropping two to start the four game set. Hornsby drives in three with a triple and a double as Marquard allows 11 hits and four walks through seven innings. Doak and Smith hold the Dodgers scoreless after. Umpires Harrison and Hart. Time 1 55.
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