Giants Calm Amid Three Holdouts At Spring Training
In San Antonio on March 6, manager John McGraw reports no major worry over holdouts Dave Bancroft Scott and Ryan, while Jack Bentley remains silent. Travis Jackson impresses as a fast, smooth infielder. Jimmy O Connell shows strong debut under McGraw, hinting at a potent offense. Rookies look capable, boosting optimism for a stronger club, despite the missing veterans.
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Ray and Ritola to Meet Tonight at Western Union Games
In New York on March 6 a key 5000 meter duel between Jose Ray and Willie Ritola looms as a likely world record shake, with the Metropolitan 3 leg relay and other events at the 22d Regiment Armory’s Western Union A A meet drawing Princeton St Anselm s Newark A C and more.
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Weismuller Breaks 440 Yard World Record in Yale Pool
Johnny Weismuller of the Trinity Athletic Club set a new world record for the 440 yard swim in a 75 foot pool at Yale’s Carnegie pool during an intramural meet. He touched in 14 minutes 67 seconds, beating his prior mark by 11 seconds and claiming his 48th world record.
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Kirkwood Leads St. Augustine Open First Round
Joe Kirkwood the Australian golfer led the field in the opening round at the St. Augustine links with a 72. Johnny Farrell of Quaker Ridge posted 73 and Jim Barnes of Pelham shot 74 alongside Farrell, while Walter Hagen the British champion followed with 75.
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Yale Warvarg Hockey Series Deciding Game Set
New Haven Conn March 6 The deciding game of the Yale Warvarg hockey series, now a tie, will be played here Wednesday evening March 7. Yale won 3 to 0 over Harvard Saturday night, evening the series.
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The Sportlight by Grantland Rice
The piece reflects on fate and perseverance as life’s road is rougher than expected. It notes struggle, grit, and the reward of strength forged through pain. A brief odd line mentions two goblins and birds reported to inspectors, hinting at a March notice and unclear details.
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Training and readiness distinguish champions from challengers
The author argues success hinges on hard work and smart planning, not just natural size. It cites figures like Dempsey and men from other sports, notes aging stars like Rockefeller and General Ames still compete, and highlights the value of a strong infield and consistent pitching for lasting championship contenders.
New York Commission Takes No Action on Greb Honey Money Claim
March 6 New York State Athletic Commission will take no action on charges that Marty Greb former American light heavyweight champion gave $3000 to New York Sporting writers to boost a bout with Jack Dempsey. Chairman William Muldoon called the report unfounded noting it was informal and not a basis for action. The New York World claimed the charges and printed interviews denying the statement from Circle and Doyle who stood by their published quotes.
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Meade
Charles J. Doyle
Pugister
Y M H A Eagles Top Heroes Of Zion
The Y M H A Eagles defeated the Heroes of Zion yesterday afternoon by a score of 12 to 6. The Eagles showcased strong teamwork and passing as the key to their win. Acheson starred among the Eagles with notable play.
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Bowie Stakes Inaugural Purses Set At 140000
In Bowie Maryland on opening day April 1 the Prince George stakes will debut with a purse near 140000. The program includes twelve races over seven furlongs to a mile and two furlongs featuring Prince George handicaps as part of a plan by the Agricultural Association to launch the 1923 racing season at Prince George Park.
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