Penn Crew to Field Full Water Event Card in 1923 Schedule
Pennsylvania announces an ambitious rowing season with triangular and quadrangular races against Yale Columbia Princeton Cornell Harvard Navy Syracuse and others. The Intercollegiate finals at Poughkeepsie will pit Pennsylvania against Wisconsin Washington Columbia Syracuse Cornell and California in varsity and junior varsity events.
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Yate
Columbia
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Harvard
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R. W. Cartell
Berkeley
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Poughkeepsie
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Wright
Rice
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Oves
Yale
SchusTkill River
Yegatta
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Charles River
Boston
Wy Jumbia
New York
America
Henley
Syracuse
Navy
Schuylkill River
Memphis
California
Pennsylania
Nurmi to Try for New World Records at Millrose Carnival
Paavo Nurmi will attempt two world records in two thirds and three quarters of a mile at the Millrose A A carnival in Madison Square Garden January 27 and 28. The distance was extended to three quarters to allow Nurmi a chance for a race at that length. His rivals include Joie Ray Lloyd Hahn Ray Ce and Jim Connolly with a possible entry from Georgetown star George Mareeters.
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Millrose A. A
Madison Square Garden
Finn
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Lloyd Hahn
Rayce
Jim Connolly
George Mareters
Georgetown Star
Fifth Settles an Affair of Honor by Boxing Match
ROME Jan. 17 Italy records a historic first as an affair of honor is settled by boxing. Captain Delaross and rival Podesiz, head of the boxing federation, chose the ring over politics to end their dispute. Delaross won the bout in the fourth round with a final punch in the fifth, prompting fencing circles to watch the new precedent closely.
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Podesiz
Boxa Federation
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Fencing Society
Frontens Fencing
Babe Ruth of the Pacific Coast and Lefty O'Doul
The piece portrays Lefty O'Doul as a Pacific Coast league standout who closely missed a .400 season and nearly earned a regular spot with the New York Yankees. It notes his shift from pitcher to outfield, compares him with Duffy Lewis, and hints at a possible majors return as a top hitter.
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Norman HE. Brown
Stuer
Babe Ruth
Lefty O'Doul
Thea
Duffy Lewis
Red Sox
Lewis
O'Doul
O Doul
New York Yankees
Cnast
Cutfeld
America Losing Leading Share as Auto Exporter
A 1926 report by Percy Owen of the US Commerce Department notes the United States and Canada account for about 4 percent of world motor vehicle production and 9 percent of exports, while European nations rapidly rebuild after war. Foreign producers are embracing assembly methods and expanding exports, threatening America’s dominant position in foreign markets. Canada and the United States held 72 and 9.8 percent of automotive exports in 1920, with European nations growing their output and reshaping global trade, as markets shift and competition increases.
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Canada
Percy Owen
Automobie
Department of Commerce
Owen Fain
Prr- Hapa
America
Europe
Owen
Ameriya Lones
United States
France
Italy
Germany
Belgium
Nervelands
Austria
Aal
Belxtum
Tuxembourg
United
The Bean and the Backfield Fantasies of Sport
A jumble of 1920s sports musings including footballs woes, Dempsey's retirement doubts, golf averages, onside kicks, Babe Ruth's home run chase, and general reflections on athletic feats and aging stars. The piece blends humorous observations with named figures and teams, noting transitions and probable matchups while preserving era voice and tone.
Germany’s Anti-Saloon League seeks stricter drought plan
In Berlin Germany's Anti-Saloon League outlined a broad prohibition program aiming to render Germany drier than America. The plan envisions nationalizing breweries and distilleries transforming them into food-stuff factories and restricting alcohol for underage and during key dates. Some demands are seen as reasonable, others beyond reach, reflecting tensions over a dry policy in a Germany wrestling with Prohibition ideals.
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Berlin
Germany
Alvosulig Kaika
Aed
Neus Bertiner Beikune
Aden
Old Church Becomes Dwelling in London Neighborhood
The derelict Presbyterian church on Ty Don Street has been converted into a residence by owner Mrs. Ouldley Mann. The building retains its original belfry, gallery, and an organ, while interior renovations create a livable home without sacrificing religious-era features. The project describes careful restoration and adaptation of ecclesiastical elements for domestic use.
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Jaw St
London
Thea Beltry
Everly B
Three Golf Clubs Dilemma Delights and Dangers of Choice
A writer muses on choosing among a magic driver mishla and putter, debating thrill versus accuracy. The piece weighs the lure of long bold drives against the precision of putts, praising the putter for daily use while acknowledging the allure and risks of the other clubs in golf lore.
Stage For Bison Grid Contests Is Unsettled Matter
Bethany college faces a decision on where to stage next year’s home football games. Playing on campus saves money but hurts spirit, while moving to Wellsburg Wheeling or Staubene vine risks conflicts with high school schedules and town support. Penn wrestlers win. a long, rambling golf column follows with reflections on putting and sport psychology.
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