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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1925
Page
10
The House committee rejected the boxing bill despite initial support from four delegates, with opposition from two members and debate over regulateability and revenue. The measure, once revived, faces uncertain fate as it is not yet officially rejected.
Special to The Gazette Saint Albans March 23 Scout team battles in a fast basket game Troop 6 and Troop 12 trade scores late tied by a last minute basket and two free throws by a Saint Albans player 8 2 at halftime and new games loom as the Albans quintet dominates the contest with key players Patchell Crosby Robinson Davis Javins and Mitchel among those listed.
Clearwater March 24 Wilbert Lebinson manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers, contenders last year, discusses team strength, injuries, and new players. He cites Ehrhardt from the Cotton States league, notes veteran pitchers pending contracts, and says he will not predict pennant fate but expects a better start and a strong fight to the finish despite back and leg issues from an operation.
Huntington rivals dominated Buckhannon tournament as Wilson of Cabell county led with 16 points, while Murray of Spencer chased with 27 across three games. Jackson, LaRue, Sauve, Gelser and others followed with strong showings, Huntington totaling 29 field goals and 12 free throws in four contests.
A chaotic set of reports details Jess Petty being sold from the Indianapolis American Association team to the Brooklyn Nationals amid cash terms, plus extensive spring training notes from Fort Myers and Clearwater. Pirates, Giants, Athletics, and Yankees camps show players spotlighted, injuries and roster moves shaping early season hopes.
Clendenin A C returned home as champions of the Tri State independent basketball tournament. The Clendenin team defeated Portsmouth and London in the final to claim the title 29 21, with Kinsey Laysley and Stephenson among top players. Coach E W Kebt of Southwestern University praised the team while noting strong play from Dartmouth and Roanoke College alumni.
Fragmented OCR text describes ticket sales for a local circus amid upheaval in nations, mentioning Tiger People and a weeklong schedule. It references performers Chris Yarn and others, with vague notes on audience, origins, and regional ties. Values reach nearly $10,000,004 in an unclear context.
The notice marks George Sisler turning 32 with a playful tale of his favorite yarn. It recalls a 19th century baseball closure game, a heckling crowd, and umpire Byron amid joking banter and a humorous masking incident as spectators claimed spots in the stand.
Five squads of amateurs and dates took part in the American bowling meet in Buffalo New York on March 29 with only two scores breaking into the leaders. McRee of Wilmington Del, posted 3 240 pins in the two event to place seventh. Mander Meyer of Cleveland scored 216 for ninth in the two man event. Other marks were shared by various bowlers as the day offered limited high scores.
Reports describe multiple abandoned vehicles in Edgewood as residents and local watchers patrol the area. Authorities note spring conditions bring more cars to the street and urge careful reporting to aid investigations and prevent further thefts.
Danta Suan finishes the remaining American program and plans to sail home in May. He will not compete on eastern outdoor tracks but has tentatively agreed to run at a dozen meets in the United States and Canada, subject to the AAU's decisions.
Five boys aged from five to fourteen were turned over to juvenile court after confessing to numerous burglaries. Police, led by Tolica Lieutenant Roy Jarrett and Sergeant L Gabbert, arrested a gang operating for some time. Objects stolen ranged from groceries and savings banks to flashlights and coins. The case involved many incidents across several streets and stores, with the judge and police praised for quick action.
Mickey O'Neill veteran Brave catcher in a slump may be replaced by Oscar Seman the young catcher from Hutchison Kansas at the Boston Braves training camp in St. Petersburg Florida Siemer was photographed at the camp for the newspaper.
Exhibition games reported in multiple sites include 8:9 and 9:18 results in St Petersburg with New York and Boston, Lakeland with Cleveland 3:3 and 2, and Tampa Brooklyn Washington lineups. San Francisco Coast region shows additional player listings and game counts.
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