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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1925

Page

9

Seven Schools Send Sixty Athletes Into Games Today

Seven high schools send sixty athletes to Laidley Field for sectional meets at Morgantown and other centers. Star sprinters from Charleston Huntington Logan and others compete in fourteen events with winners advancing to the main state week. Local squads from Ansted Dunbar Elk View and more eye records on a fast track under Coach Gorman with Biddy Beers as referee. meet begins at 2:40 p.m.

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Gazette Scorebooks Ready for Twilight Baseball Clubs

The Gazette announces scorebooks prepared for each of the 12 twilight baseball teams. Delivered to the official scorer by The Gazette's sporting editor with compliments. Books are ready now as the season begins on Tuesday, so be prepared to score the opening game.

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Belt of Sullivan Belt in Baltimore Recall

The 1887 belt presented to John L Sullivan by the Citizens of the United States is described in detail. It features 665 diamonds on a gold and purple wrap with nine plaques, central plaque bearing Sullivan’s name, and portraits of Sullivan, Duke Kilan, and Paddy Sivan. The piece was crafted by Tiffany and stored in Baltimore’s vault, reflecting immense admiration for the Champion of Champions.

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Well Shirted for Golf in Hot Weather, 1928 Advice

A 1928 fashion note counsels golfers on dressing for heat with lightweight fabrics and proper fit. It praises tropical weights, breathable shirts, and comfortable trousers, detailing a white shirt with box pleat pockets, a deep pointed collar, and French-style cuffs as ideal for warm-season play.

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Derby Eligibles Star In Fast Trials

Derby eligibles posted rapid trials while air travel for Farley stirred Kentucky fans today. Amid efforts of Mountaineer and college riders, key contenders showcased speed in half mile and mile events, with Ample athletic talent to watch as the dual meet with Farley loomed.

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Red Sox Outfield Rated as Poorest in Major Leagues

A scrappy, error filled comparison shows today’s Red Sox outfield far weaker than the famed 1910s lineup of Speaker, Lewis and other stars. The piece contrasts Boston’s defensive woes at Fenway with the celebrated, versatile defense of the past, noting faded speed and range.

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High Net Team to Meet Huntington in Huntington Trip

Charleston high school netmen travel to Huntington for a morning match against Panther. Captain Andrey Alexander leads an undefeated lineup in a Power Conference clash. Earlier practice games at Huntington included defeats of Marshal and Seee players, while West team traveled to Montana and defeated New Fuyer State.

Charleston High School Huntington Panther Edison Andrey Alexander Chatesian End Seee Phiyera Romery Fuyer Joay

Memorial Day Trapshoot Plan At Kiniwha Sportsmen Club

A Memorial Day trapshoot event is slated for the Kiniwha Sportsman's Club grounds with a full day schedule. Local shooters and nearby towns are expected to attend as the club hosts a long afternoon of targets, meals, and awards, beginning with a first post at 2:39 PM.

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YANK STAR BLANKS RUTH OUTDOORS FOR FIRST TIME

New York May reports Babe Ruth, hospitalized after a wheel chair accident, feared to return soon. Joe Bush on the mound for the Yankees beat the Browns 12 to 0 as Ruth shows lingering lame ness and his condition is described by physicians.

Yank Star Blanks Ruth Outdoors Formes Mates New York Babe Ruth Ruth

Generals Take Last Home Game in Narrow Plea

Lennington Virginia high school baseball notes report the Generals defeating Southern in a tight 2 to 1 home game. Woulwine pitched well for the Generals as key plays including two hits a sacrifice and a squeeze contributed to the win.

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Track stars suspended over college track meet expenses

Mak Taaye Nurmi Wille Riola Tar Prim Gunnar Nefises and Finn Fager were indefinitely suspended by the Thridtelphig district A Avon for alleged improper charges related to their participation in a college track meet last February in this city. They must appear before the rural board of the A A TH next Monday to answer the charges. Royal Ion pin Pinerlg Italy reports May 7 that Princesa Yur Janda, wife of Count Calvi de Burgal, died this morning.

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1924 Sectional Meet Winners At Charleston And Huntsville

The record of 1924 sectional meet results lists high hurdles winner Carter from Imdom, Charleston relay and shot put performances by Cottrell and Weydrich, with Mieron Foreman noted for pole vault and Javelin throws by Meyd tok. Additional marks include Wondron from Charleston in infantile row, and Wak Cott from Charleston clocking 410 pard.

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Large Field for Clark Handicap at Louisville

The article details a large field for the Clark Handicap in Louisville with a $10,000 added purse. It mentions contenders such as Ben ef Jehn and Fupre Room Cem and notes the event as a spring feature alongside the Kentucky Derby build up. Also included is a separate crime notice about the murder of jeweler Abraham Ladinake and a court proceeding slated for today.

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Braves Beat Cubs in Jubilee Game on Boston Field

May 8 Boston Braves defeated Chicago 3 to 2 in a Jubilee Game celebrating 75 years of organized baseball. Genewich pitched well for Boston as dignitaries and old timers watched. officials from National League and local leaders attended.

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Dempsey Ship Offer Assailed By Trade Rumor

A fragment mentions Dempsey aboard a ship with a proposed boat deal linked to Parus and May Dempsey. It hints at a world champion headed toward Europe for offers from European parties, with names and details unclear from the jumbled OCR text.

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Heavyweight Title Bout Sought in Deauville Next August

A wireless dispatch from Ittehard Kiegin, organizer of Havana bouts, offers the heavyweight championship to Paulino Yacudun of Spain for a one thousand franc MW guarantee at Deauville France next August, details filed this evening.

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Elkland plans brick plant near Charleston local area

Negotiations continue among Elkland Improvement Company real estate firms and an automobile manufacturing concern regarding a wireless artery project about three miles from Charleston. Elkland has purchased 312 acres from John Mactonald’s old farm for about $30,000, with three large fire clay beds. A factory corporation has offered to buy five acres for the brick plant, and the remainder will be developed into a subdivision with streets and homes.

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Senators Warm Up For Clash With Logan Club

Watt Powell directed the Senators in a snappy workout at Kanawhe Park yesterday and predicted readiness for a tough Sunday against Logan after a 12 inning 12 12 tie with Greenbrier cadets. Powell noted strong fielding and timing while Martin’s pitching worries linger. Lefty Benson and Monitors clash looms. police fines and local incidents noted in brief.

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