Gates Likely To Be Named Yale Captain
New Haven December 5 Yale football selects its captain at a banquet set for tomorrow night. Artemus T Gates appears the likely choice after a season split between end and tackle. Gate s height six feet weight 180 pounds and Yale prep player. Captain C R Black may not return for a fourth year and insists he will not lead again. Other eligible leaders include Charley Comerford Emil Jacques and Batridge. Gates emerged as a popular choice in a deep senior class with strong候 talent across the squad.
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MorDecai Brown Released by Chicago Cubs
MorDecai Brown, famed Gingered pitcher, received an unconditional release from the Chicago Cubs. Weeghman pledged support to help him secure a minor league managerial post. Brown joined the Cubs in 1904 and aided four pennants and two World Series appearances.
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Fred Mitchell in Line for Chicago Coach Job
Chicago, Dec 1 A report suggests Fred Mitchell or Frank Joy Tinker could be considered to coach the Chicago team under George Stallings in the National League near as a capable adviser.
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Moha to Box Brown in Brooklyn Showdown Tonight
New York December 5 Bob Moha the Milwaukee light heavyweight meets Knockout Brown of Chicago in a ten round bout at the Broadway Sporting Club of Brooklyn Brown, regarded as a capable challenger, makes his first Brooklyn appearance amid strong interest from boxing fans.
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Danbury and Ribbons in Battle for Lead Tonight
In an Inter-State league clash for first place the Danbury Hatters face the Jersey City Ribbons tonight at Colonial. Norman leads Danbury with scoring from Roxey Roach and Chris Leonard, while Eddie White and Jimmy Clinton suit up for the Ribbons. Bridgeport’s win over Stamford, Jersey City, and Paterson narrows Danbury’s lead, as Stamford closes in on the leaders.
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Boston College to Play Harvard Boys in Football
Boston College football coach Charley Brickley has arranged for BC to join Harvard on the Crimson schedule next season. Harvard and Boston College have never met on the gridiron, and a near official said the addition stems from Brickley’s ties to both schools. The game date is undecided but likely early next season. A separate Jersey City fire destroyed the Charles J. McCloskey drugstore with about $20,000 in losses.
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Annex to Meet Chain Co Sunday at Newfield Park
The Annex A C of New Haven will face American Chain at Newfield Park Sunday afternoon for state championship honors. The Annex won 6 0 earlier this season, ending a five year streak by the Chain. A large Elm City following travels with the Annex. Coach Charlie Porter leads a strong lineup including players with college records. The 2 30 kickoff and lineups to be announced.
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Yankees Scouts Secured Good Material From 1915 Draft
New York reports that the Yankees' 1915 scouting haul produced six rookies who won regular jobs in their first season. The group includes Frank Gilhooley Al Walters Walte Alexander Geo Mogridge Urban Shocker and Allen Russell. Sparrow notes three other prospects Elmer Miller Tim Hendrix and Elmer Love may contribute next year. The club spent 80600 for 17 minor leaguers plus returns from Federal League players Magee Cullop Gideon. Sparrow estimates the six regulars could fetch over 80000 today with Walters alone valued at 25000. Russell is in demand despite inconsistency, while Huston notes rival clubs seek him. Of the 17 newcomers only Markle showed potential as a failure candidate after a poor showing.
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Yale Basketball Squad Numbers 50 for Tryouts
New Haven December 5 Fifty applicants gathered in Yale gymnasium for the first meeting of candidates and the Yale basketball team. Capt Charles Taft and Coach Bernie Tommers spoke as Yale 1918, chosen to lead the team, prepares to face strong state opponents starting with a Christmas trip and a January 9 schedule start. Charles T Straideila of North Tonawanda NY stands out among freshmen as a top forward prospect in the one year rule era.
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Lightning Shots At Sporting Targets
Mailier era of coaching moves and star players dominates this look at college football and baseball. Eddie Mahan may coach Columbia next season while his California stint disappoints, and Bill Carrigan weighs retirement with a possible comeback. Walter Wheeler eyed Harvard captaincy, Yale lineman Larry Fox praised, and the Yankees acquire Bankston under a Dunn arrangement that favored Meadows.
Prosperity May Foreshadow Red Sox 1917 Slump
New York reports suggest excess prosperity and aging stars may weaken the Boston Red Sox in 1917. Some players like Foster, Mays, Shore, and Ruth could improve, while others in Boston and rivals like Chicago, Detroit, and Cleveland show potential gains. The American League landscape hints at shifts but no firm conclusions.
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Billy Miske Runs From Charley Weinert in New York
Weinert's manager says Billy Miske fled to avoid signing to box Weinert. Miske reportedly left New York by train to St Paul after agreeing to terms, joining the so called Afraid to Meet Weinert Club led by Jess Willard. Fans question the outcome and legitimacy of the proposed bout.
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Young Tigers Tie With Crasho Reserves In City Race
Seaside Park hosted a clean tie in the 65 70 pound city championship between the Young Tigers and the Crasho Reserves. Tigers showed team work led by Kennel and Callaghan while Daley and Johnson starred. Next Sunday a rematch is set with the same lineups and the Tigers remain undefeated with seven wins.
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Berry Won’t Join Penn Coast trip to Pasadena
Philadelphia December report says Howard Berry Penn full back cannot accompany the Red and Blue to Pasadena for the New Year’s Day game with the Oregon Eleven due to extended service on the Mexican border. Berry plans to focus on studies, aim for pentathlon title, and devote time to the bail club. coach Folwell confirms a 24 man squad with three coaches and a manager.
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