City Council Backs Bout Amid Chicago Debate
Chicago officials head toward staging a boxing bout at Soldier Field as Tex Rickard and Gene Tunney clash with Dempsey concerns. Mayor Thompson and committee chair Getz push the plan despite aldermanic protests over stadium suitability and public costs while labeling opponents as meddling.
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Getz
United Press
Chicago
Tex Ric Karel
Huesday
Gene Tunney
Dempsey
Soldiers Field Stadium
Tiage
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Ehiy Comel
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Yayes
Willian’ Hale Thompson
John Righetmner
Bosing Mommilgsiun
Diacusser
John Chaplais
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Aldermay
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Gegrke
Griz
Mayu
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Machnne Island
Rickard
Tulivuly
Miss Yuy
Phompsons
Tex Rigkirl Pa Dewar
Babe Rich, Ruth Power In Opening Twin Bill
Babe Rich and Ruth blast home runs as the Yankees win the first game of a doubleheader and continue their hot hitting season. The box shows Ruth’s long drive to right field bleachers and Rich’s early run, establishing the tone for a strong Yankee offensive day. The boxing note covers the Dempsey Sharkey judging dispute with judge Flynn claiming two fouls were missed, Mathison siding with Sharkey, and O'Sullivan recounting events.
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Buster Low Gehrig
Bambina
St. Touts
Ruth
Yahikees
Dempsey War Record Topic at Indiana Legion Meet
In South Bend Indiana July 2 a debate surfaced at the Indiana State Convention of the American Legion over Dempsey appearing at Soldiers Field for a heavyweight title fight. Frederick Landis former congressman and brother of the baseball commissioner led the movement against the plan citing objections to the venue and timing.
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California's Newcomer Shines In Longwood Tennis Finals
Santa Monica player Joe Doe defeated Cranston Holman of San Francisco to win the 35th Longwood singles title in a hard fought final. The match featured a tight first set and a late surge as Doe claimed victory despite Holman's strong return. In doubles, Arnold Jones and William Stabuny of Los Angeles won the title, while Sarah Palfrey of Brookline and Berkley Foil of San Antonio won the mixed doubles.
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Cilifornia
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Tildény Johnson
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Patter Seth
Longwood
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Santa Movie
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San Francisco
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Chex
Duit Ayati
Mormary
Lionel Opden
Los Angees
Hi Tix
Sarah Palfrey
Brookline
Berkley Foil
San Antonio
George Wo Wightian
G Peabody Gardner
Boston
Resignation Accepted for High School Coach
School officials confirm the resignation of the Buird i Ravellion high school coach amid movement toward a new athletic role. Negotiations for a permanent appointment are reported to be underway, with a possible decision within days.
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Examination Sustains Claim of Possible Foul in Hockey
A Boston specialist reports contusions to the groin after a game examined by Dr. Sharkey. The examination sustains a claim of possible foul play during the match and outlines the injuries observed.
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Boston
Sharkey declares he is feeling all right after New York bout
Boston heavyweight Sharkey told the United Press he is feeling well after suffering several intestinal hemorrhages from the Dempsey fight. Doctors at St. Elizabeth's Hospital described the condition as caused by the bout, while wife Mrs Sharkey defended his health and said he had shown no current trouble.
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Boston
Jaex Sharks
Jackempsey
New York
de Martin H. Spellmudy
St. Elizabeth's Hospital
Spelmin
Sharkey
Willie
Evry Villa
New Yorke
Ile
Jack
Dempsey
Hudkins Beats Baker In Coast Welterweight Showdown
In a high profile bout on the coast, Hudkins upset Baker after a grueling fight. The event drew an estimated attendance near 41 000 with strong performances from top contenders including Lyndy Ye and Rusty Lallahati.
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Sammy
Wunudee
Pete
Soltier
Hudkine
Akelm
Rusty Lallahati
Alin
Yankees Back in Home Lot with 13 Game Lead
Unieress Slam Correspondent Yankees regain home field advantage with a 13 game lead as Dempsey and Shaw conflict recaps reveal a tense series outlook. Writers note strong attendance and a confident stance on clinching the pennant while addressing injuries and pitching depth.
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New York
Dempsey
Shaw
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Haive
Miller Woxkins
Ale Pitshar
Kaufman Is Given Suspension In Phillies Case
Philadelphia and Chicago trade of insider allegations involved Phiekion Von Kinkiman of the Phillies. The manager Aptis Kayman Alvi and Lifelder OMLe HS faced intensified scrutiny as the case progressed. Whispered notes suggest the Tyyt inquiry referenced Landis and Amilyipis as figures tied to the investigation, with Carlser’s return to Philadelphia noted amid the ongoing dispute.
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Indiiteronce
Phiekion von Kinkiman
Phillies
Tetas
Adler
Menager
Aptis
Kayman Alvi
Omle HS
Chicago
Arch Pre server Shoes Offer Boost for Diamond Play
Quoted shopper hype and humorous boast promote Arch Pre server Shoes as a way to improve performance on the baseball diamond. The ad-like line urges readers to buy the footwear to "show the boys how it's done" and to "get out there on the diamond."
Pirates Return to Forbes Field Meet Brooklyn Piptsburgh
The Pittsburgh Pirates resume action at Forbes Field against Brooklyn. Key players are nursing injuries as Donie UWsh and Teague lead a reshaped lineup while Kremer shows form for Brooklyn. Stith and Grantathan are listed as uncertain, with Teague’s team facing a tough early test on the road.
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Kremer
Cuyler
Reston
Grantthan
Barph
Pirates
Brooklyn
National League Baseball Standings and Results Recap
Yesterday New York defeated Pittsburgh and Cincinnati beat St. Louis while Philadelphia, Chicago, and Detroit posted wins. Today Brooklyn visits Pittsburgh as St. Louis hosts Milwaukee and New York faces Philadelphia. Washington plays Detroit and Cleveland meets Boston.
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Watching Baseball's "Big Five" Perform
A fragmented game report notes Ty Cobbatti and other stars in a third at bat, with mentions of Kushy Gehrig and Spedkier in unclear action. Names like Ruth and Gehrig appear amid stray statistics and garbled lines. The text is inconsistently legible and lacks coherent facts.
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Tudges
Ty Cobbatti
Swhifoh
Hlomsby
Former champ strikes back at Jack Kearns
United Press report details a suit by former heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey against former manager Jack Kearns. Dempsey alleges forgery of his signature on a contract and seeks damages, while Kearns counters with claims of profiteering and mismanagement related to the 1923 Gib Lane fight profits and nine years of tied earnings.
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Denery
Jacke Dense
Waril
Rourys
Suttey District Court
Reacie
Din
Andler
Miso
Kearny
New York
Rearne
Thusney
Starliony
Dempsey
Kearns
Wall
Shelby Morr
Keares
Mike M'Tigue Claims Boxing Title After Delaney Loss
In New York on July 20 United Prose reports Mike M'Tigue has been recognized by the New York boxing commission as light heavyweight champion, succeeding Jack Delaney after a title dispute. The commission set a plan to finalize recognition within days and stated no immediate challenge would overturn the decision.
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United Prose
New York
Mike MeTilethas
Columiasion
McTiaie Steli
Jacke Delaney
Inter
Mike
Utinninie
Delaney
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Permsray
de Failey
Pauijrin
Usendin
Hrorau
Axel MoTigue
Dart Teen Yehuel
William Mtuldoun
Delaie
Mul Woon
McTurne
Tony
M E Squad Wins Second Victory in Tight Pool Play
The M E squad, led by Ralph Jowell of the Presbyterians, posted a second victory amid a tense battle. Swantel Stetthening and the coaching staff guided the team through a close contest with notable plays from Whiteley and Aneireon Umpires Drake.
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Williuray
Jnoxithy
Wentley
Santor Seorine
Tate
Uffertt
Willie
Annings
Swantel
Thiske Wuld Wits
Hin
Umlubile
Trian Enimood
Hytares
Ilyana Whiteley
Swan Aid
Aneireon
Dieree Ann Drake
Benton Beats Kremer as Pirates Fall From Top
In a rough game, Benton overpowers Kremer while the Pirates drop from the lead. Highlights include Kremer grooving a pitch to Andy Reese and a tense late rally by rivals. The Reds and Cardinals clash as May and Luque keep scoring while Cleveland rallies to beat Boston 10 to 7.
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