Timing controversy over Yale Harvard game disputed
Boston and Philadelphia reports claim the first period was five minutes short due to a watch error affecting wind advantage. Dr Carl J Williams, the field judge and timekeeper, insists he timed the game as usual and notified officials before the close of each period, including the disputed first period.
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College Players Hold Armoured Chain In Tight Scrimmage
A large crowd watched the Chain Co. team clash with Remington Arms in a hard fought game. The Arms defense, led by O'Reilly and Richardson, stifled Chain drives while Eddie Reilly at quarterback and Grunwald forays kept play lively. Both sides missed scoring chances as fumbles limited opportunities in a game noted for its rugged, hastily assembled lineups.
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GoldE Players to Open Season Tonight at Eagles Hall
GoldE opens basketball season by facing the Hiltons of Stamrora tonight at Eagles Hall. Manager Beirne expects a strong lineup and plans to challenge upcoming foes including the Men Hurs of Hartford the Knickernockers of New York Utica and Bobby Stow's All-New Havens with dancing to follow the game.
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Dario Resta Clinches 1916 AAA Champion Title
Dario Resta leads the AAA standings after the 150 mile Ascot race in Los Angeles and will be crowned champion at a Chicago dinner on Feb. 1. Prizes include a $7,000 payout plus a trophy from Bosch Magneto Co and Goodrich adds $10,000 to the purse for top finishers. John Aitken and E. V. Rickenbacher follow in second and third with $4,000 and $2,500 respectively.
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Black Gladdens Yale by Decision to Return in 1917
New Haven December 4 Clinton R Black Yale football captain of the 1916 team will return to Yale for another season Tad Jones will lead the squad next year Black has been in the junior class but will extend his course for an additional year making a rare repeat of a Yale captain returning to finish his studies and play another season
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Penn Team Praised at Cornell After Thanksgiving Defeat
Ithaca Dec. 4 The Penn eleven that beat Cornell's Red team on Thanksgiving Day is regarded as the strongest opponent Cornell faced this season. The loss dampened Cornell supporters who hoped for a repeat Eastern championship, but the outlook for 1917 is seen as bright. The Cornell Daily Sun notes 1916 stands out for its isolation as a defeat and the quality of the Penn squad.
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Two U S Lawn Tennis Stars To Tour Orient
Two American tennis players George M Church and Harold Throckmorton plan to sail from Vancouver on the Empress of Russia to perform exhibitions in Honolulu and the Philippines. They will meet local stars as they tour the Orient and expect to return next summer.
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Annex Take Elm City Championship By Beating Glees
New York December 4 The Annex eleven wins the city football title by defeating the Washington Glees 7 to 6 at Lighthouse Point. Malone of the Glees starred but a late missed goal denied a tying score as Pollard Brown and Pollard led the Annex to the narrow victory in a fiercely contested city championship game.
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Yale
Princeton May Restore Speedy Rush as Football Coach
New York reports speculation on coach John Rush returning to lead Princeton football next fall after a season ending November 18 with a loss to Yale. Students and Princetonian editorials defend Rush arguing his staff trained strong material and would benefit from continued leadership despite past faults.
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Bridgeport Citys Tie With New Bedford
The New Bedford soccer tour visited Bridgeport and tied 1-1 at the Meadows. Glaser scored for Bridgeport after Fernly kicked off, with Fildes Hungiker and Glaser highlighted for Bridgeport. The British government granted the Welsh miners a 15 percent wage increase.
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Brown to Lose Five Stars From 1916 Squad
Brown will lose five players to graduation this spring Sprague Wade Ward Jimmy Murphy and Ormsby. With 65 of the 60 first and second string returning plus eligibility for Shaw Kowalsky and Gordon 1017 looks bright. Alumni banquets will present gold letters and silver footballs to lettermen and substitutes.
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Bridgeport Swedes Triumph Over New Haven Rangers
In New Haven at Tever Vond Park on December 4 the Bridgeport Swedes defeated the New Haven Rangers in a regular league game. The decisive moments and final score are not fully readable in the scan.
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Stow Favored as Wesleyan Basketball Coach Choice
Bobby Stow, ex-Bridgeport shortstop and former Yale coach, is favored to become Wesleyan's basketball coach amid several candidates. Officials praise his deep basketball knowledge and ability to teach, with Leavy and others noting his proven leadership and prior intercollegiate success.
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Ribbons Meet Danbury in Top-Place Showdown
Danbury leads the Interstate League with Blue Ribbons seven points back as both teams prepare for a big clash at Colonial Hall tomorrow night. Danbury’s lineup features Norman, Roach, and Leonard with White in reserve. the Ribbons rely on White and past standout work. The 8:90 p.m. tipoff will be followed by dancing and a singing referee, Prof Hill, expected to ensure smooth play.
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John Collins Shines for Chicago After Springfield Roots
John F. Collins, Chicago White Sox infielder and former Springfield star, reaches his thirtieth milestone. Born in Charles Town near Boston, he built a minor league base with Haverhill and Springfield before being sold to Jemiskey at season end. A versatile shortstop and second baseman, his career averages show 322 in Springfield, .299 in 1912, and .248 this season.
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Connie Mack Mistake Lets Bob Shawkey Go Free
Connie Mack's decision to let Bob Shawkey go is questioned as the pitcher enjoyed 28 wins and 14 losses in 62 games with the New Yorks. Shawkey, born December 4, 1830, began pro pitching with Harrisburg in 1911 and later moved to Baltimore and the Orioles before returning in 1913.
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Faded English Heavyweight Ring Tales From 1844 to 1858
The article recounts early English boxing legends Tom Paddock and Bendigo, noting Paddock’s 1844 victory over Elijah Parsons and later bouts with Sam Hurst, Nobby Clarke, and Marty Broome. It mentions Bendigo’s 1850 title win, Sayers, and the chaotic later clash with Heewin, highlighting a era of intense battles and shifting champions.
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John Heewin
Fairfield Wilson Club Elects Officers at Town Hall
Fairfield dec 4 The Whedrow Wilson club will meet at the town hall to complete organization and elect officers. The club formed during the last election campaign with many town youths enrolled. Edward Flanagan is supported for postmaster despite Simon C Bradley’s resignation and Burr's recommendation. others named for the job include John Boyle and Hezekiah H Elwood.
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Boyle
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