Sam Graham Leads Pinehurst Spring Tourney First Round
Sam Graham of Greenwich shot a 77 in the opening Pinehurst Spring Tourney round to lead a record field. Four players tied for second four strokes back at 81 as chilly conditions challenged the early starters. Merriman of Waterbury and Hamilton of Garden City, both 87, were among the notables in the field.
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Pinphuret
Maren
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Connecticut
Lou Hamilton
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Hamilton
Vintage boxing cinema nostalgia and toasting old stars
A rambling nostalgic piece recalls early boxing films and era portraits. It mentions Jim Corbett and John L. Sullivan as legends, photographers, and backstage hustles, with anecdotes about camera quirks, sixteen millimeter reels, and the mob of patrons around fight films.
Chicago's Entry for Garry's Job
Wares T Woodruff of Chicago is mentioned as the probable successor of Garry Herrmann as head of the National Baseball Commission at a Chicago meeting. Woodruff was favorably mentioned for the post.
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Chicago
Petre
Garry Herrmann
Wooodrim
O Dowd Stops McCarron in Portland Bout
The boxing card in Portland featured O Dowd stopping Jack McCarron in the second round. Reports mention Gas Geider and Bogattof with Canadian ties and Lou Schneider receiving terms from promoter Tom Alilwaukee. Other notes discuss boxing venue plans and a shift toward amateur baseball appeal.
Racing results New Orleans morning race card
The New Orleans racing page lists results by race with Morning Fact finishing 2.5 lengths. Other entries include fading star pota and Fort Bliss with odds from 13-5 to 8-3. Seventh race featured Waterprest Little String Verity with varied odds.
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New Orleans
Morning Fact
Largy” Toms
Pota
Payee Zea
Gern
Moor
Legotal
Fort Bliss
Bon Tromp
Onatish
Kimpala
Madras Gingham
Waterprest
Little String
Verity
Havana Entries in Sharp Horse Races and Purses
Weather clear and track slow as Havana fields feature three year olds and up in six races. Purses range from 400 to 700 with numerous listed runners and odds, led by Grand Slam, Allivan, and Saint Germain in various divisions.
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St. Germalinion
Simpleson
General Glenn
Theadman
Unclear Note on Town Goods and Personal Details
Fragmentary OCR text appears to describe a local item or notice with garbled phrases about goods, kitchen items, a bed and Chicken reference. Names and places are obscured, making specifics hard to determine from the readable portions.
Uncle Sam vs Dempsey in a boxing controversy
In a heated dispute boxing figures Uncle Sam and Jack Dempsey face scrutiny over allegations of evading the law. Contenders like Wack Kearns and others are cited as part of the public uproar while calls for fair treatment and possible penalties loom, with sport's integrity under question.
Championship boxers ready to surrender under orders
Los Angeles report states Jack Dempsey and manager Jack Kearns informed U S District Attorney Robert O'Dowd they are ready to surrender on the indictments returned in San Francisco a week ago. O'Dowd said he had not yet heard from San Francisco but would advise when instructions arrive.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Jack Dempsey
Jack Kearns
United States
Robert O'D
Cisco
O'Connor
San Francisco
Golf Match Sets Big Purse in Detroit Showdown
Top golfers Wel wer Hagen and Barnes face off in a $20,000 prize event at Detroit with a 36 hole first match scheduled at New Orleans Country Club as part of a series heading overseas. Bobby McLean previously earned $23,000 for a tea meet in Christiania.
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WALTER HAGEN SCHEDULED TOURNEY SHOWS SPIRE IN ST LOUIS
A garbled report notes Walter Hagen’s plan to play in St Louis with a likely late April finish in Detroit. The country club course is praised as among the best in the country though some describe it as flat. The piece hints at Hagen’s windup and difficulties facing top players.
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Winners of Mat Bouts to Challenge Champion
In New York on March, top wrestlers prepare for a quartet of clashes that will trim the field for the world championship. Eerl Caddock, Strangler Lewis, Selvadere Chevadler, and Jim Londos travel from diverse cities to face rivals, with eliminations narrowing the contenders for the crown.
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Sioux City
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Griffith Beats Radoud In Twenty Round Bout
Griffith defeats Radoud in a twenty round fight at the Chan de ain venue. Hartiald forces the French opponent to quit in the ninth round as the American demonstrates ring control.
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Thy arimouth Hockey Team Upsets Penn at Parade Night
College hockey notes report Thy arimouth Hockey team defeated the University of Pennsylvania in a Parade night game in Philadelphia on March 1. The result showcases a notable win for Thy arimouth amid a busy schedule and local fan turnout.
Indies Form Hockey Team In Vancouver Area News
A new hockey team is organized by the Indies and will play matches against a similar Indies squad from the Vancouver area. The story notes ice sports as popular in the Senate era and highlights cross regional hockey activity involving the Indies.
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Senate
Vancouver Son
Man claims forced marriage at license bureau with revolver
Jacob S. Cook, 33, told police he was forced by Win to marry Minnie Moistric at the marriage license bureau with a gun at his head. Charly Biel etein, president of the International Lumber Dealers association, and Cooke, an investigator, were to be taken to a police station after the incident. Biel etein allegedly demanded Cooke marry his daughter during a trip to their summer home in Abe Joseph, Michigan.
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Vist
Amatuer Bowler McAndress Dominates Pro-Tier Event
Ty Hettinger reports on Wik Pro and the Chicago amateur Wevid McAndress, whose performance in Willards appears to rival professionals. McAndress leads with high averages, unfinished runs, and a 800-point target, while observers note his potential to enter the pro ranks.
Change in tennis dates blocks US Olympic bid
New York March 1 The probability of an American team competing for the Olympic tennis championship at Antwerp suffered a severe setback as officials from Belgium reported the date cannot be changed. The American and United States Tennis Association had requested moving the tournament from August 15 22 to the week starting July 1 but the Belgian Olympic committee insisted the dates remain. If altered the US team could have joined the Twelve Championships late June for Antwerp trials. The clash with US national championships would hinder the flat string players' time for the Olympic bid.
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United States
Appleby Fights Hare for Game in Pro Pool Match
Boston report notes David McAnd less of Chicare won a fourth straight victory to claim the National Amateur 18.2 billiards championship at the Tastorr Abiline club. Appleby of New York secured the lead with 960 10 a BS innings while McAwilliss posted an average of 14 ToT. Appleby’s run total rose to 29-87, ending with a strong final stretch. Thomas Une lamplanis workest ert ote of them tangiurreng 1 ac. Tonight’s match Tetlan Rice of New York defeated Percy Trin of Pitrhureh in a lengthy contest. Ries’s favorite was 4 S208 and Vis WMehcine were 92, 26 and Trump had an average of and Dehrans of 20 and 18.
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Yrtpress
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Hotel Astor
New York
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McMullan Named Promising Infielder By Wichita Club
A promising infield prospect named McMullan emerged for the Wichita ball club after impressing early in the season. The unnamed youngster showed potential by competing alongside Bloas etty vie and contributing at a key point of the year’s start.
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Composers Duel in American League Allegations
Former Howton Red Sox owner Joe Lamain has made multiple false statements in AL fairs. His son Pru is identified as the composer of "Tady Kitty. Tno." with Witty Garson credited in the single.
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Tady Kitty
Tno
Garson
Tacoma Panes Gite and International Leg Mo Toph
A garbled OCR note references Tacoma and a 812,000 amount tied to forming a team in a new Pacific International Leg movement. It mentions an advert and city notice, with money making potential, but the text is unclear and fragmented.
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Joe Jackson Poised to Sign with Chicago Club
Report indicates Joe Jackson is ready to sign with Chicago despite boos today. Officials state contract terms remain unsettled and no official deal details have been released.
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Joe Jackson
Chicago
Babe Ruth Hits Opening Workout Home Run
Babe Ruth connected on the first ball he saw in today’s workout at Souk Side park center field. He lofted a shot over the fence for one run, amid chatter from onlookers and fans. Pop Walcker and local buyers watched the scene as the Yankees prepared for the season opener.
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Homer
Barilee
Miyes
Souk Side Park
Pop Walckerbocker
Diltsman
Camden Quintet Far Out in Front
Camden leads the Eastern League standings with Germantown and Trenton chasing as schedules press March. The roster shows pitchers and players from Washington and other regions, with Camden aiming to extend a four game edge and fend off late season challenges.
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Ss. C. Granley Pitladelth.a
Germantown
Trenton
Camuén
Bio Caaners
Bridgeport
Tigher
Connecticut
de Neri
Bridgeport Faces Leaders In Last Chance Billiards Clash
Bridgeport meets Algonquin in the Internal Billiard tournament aiming to overhaul leaders. Six games across three matches determine advantage, with a clean sweep needed for Bridgeport to shift standings. Notable pairings include Jack Ingoldsby vs Gregory S. Bryan and Billy Ward vs Ashley Ward as the gallery anticipates a tight night.
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Ashley Ward
Ramos
Briggepors
Kansas City Federal League 1929 season race update
Fragmented report outlines a chaotic 1929 season with four teams and inconsistent scoring. It mentions Donnelly and a “Broderick Beauties” nickname mix ups, plus mentions of Dartmouth track honors and national meet prospects. Coach Hart’s committee hints at entering events in April with university involvement and political-sounding scheduling notes.
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Broderick Beauties
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