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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1925
Page
12
Reports from a New York undergraduate conference discuss ending athletic scholarships and reducing football emphasis. The meeting outlines five remedies and calls for broader reforms to protect academics while addressing basketball and other sports issues.
By Feg Murray the Phorpe decathlon star is praised for his all around track and field prowess. The article highlights his versatility in events from the 100 meters to javelin and notes comparisons to Jim Thorpe while recounting pole vault and other feats at a major pentathlon in Sweden.
The article critiques modern pitchers who focus on strikeouts, noting wear on the arm, shorter careers, and coachable flaws. It contrasts Johnsons ideal arm mechanics with Cobbs, laments relief pitchers’ impact, and discusses handedness and ambidextrous myths in baseball history.
Harold “Red” Grange faced medical exams amid reports of his movie contract and possible boycott. Grange's arm showed improvement after treatment as he prepared to join upcoming games with the University of Illinois team, while studio threats and theatre-owner opposition sparked controversy in New York.
Coaches of all high school teams and independent leagues are urged to attend a rally Thursday night at Tao'vlack where Pay Nom Haber will discuss the setup for the 1925-26 season. Organizers from church leagues and the physics directorate will participate to coordinate efforts.
Report discusses assertions that the fighter Fitzsimmons maintains control of a bout. It mentions financing concerns, a denied statement to Caditurite by phone, and ongoing contrasts with Fe itasimeonsa arden. The article notes a decisive action planned after damiary 1.
Toewrilri RG December 1 report from Greenbrier Military School outlines Eddie Cameron's task of choosing a varsity squad from returning players and new enrollees. Only Logan remains from last year’s team while several candidates from other schools compete for spots after the Union High game.
By Al Demaher a former Hitcher New Yorke Giants notes basketball growing in public favor. Hundreds form fives and dozens of leagues each winter as interest surges across America. A veteran recalls early days and a moment when a local player hesitated to take a pass.
Cincinnati directors approve the purchase of Frank Emmert, ex Seattle shortstop, in exchange for Jimmy Caveney. Emmert will report to training camp in Orlando Florida and Cincinnati will skip its Havana exhibition trip.
The New York Yankees announce Eddie Herr as a former Detroit Flyers executive and William Assick with years of service as Vernon club manager in the Pacific Coast League.
Eddie Cameron, former Washington and Lee star now directing Greenbrier Military school athletics, has not decided to accept Duke University offer as assistant to Jimmy DeHart next year. He may reject all offers or quit coaching to enter business. Arch Compston and Arnaud Massey, British golf champions, will arrive Dec 23 for Florida events and later U S matches, with a likely first match at St Augustine against Gene Sarazen and Len Diegel.
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