English runner Arnolt Jackson Triumphs at Stockholm Olympics
Sporting notes describe Arnolt Jackson, the English runner who defeated a field of American stars in the 1500 metre and mile events at Stockholm 1912. The article credits his speed and strategy, detailing rivals John Paul Jones Mel Sheppard Abel Kibriot Norman Taber and others, and notes America’s surprise and England’s historic victory. It highlights Jackson’s Mercury-like burst past rivals and England's overall dominance in middle and long distance running.
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United States
Jackson Wins Relays and Goes to War as Hero
Oxford Association captain Jackson raced against University of Pennsylvania milers in the Penn relay meet. McCurdy led late but Jackson surged to victory in the final yards. April 1914, he volunteered for service at war’s start, served as a lieutenant colonel after earning the D. S. O. and a second bar for heroism at the front amid heavy fighting and casualties. Local carpenters plan a parade Thursday at 610 Calhoun Street at 1 p.m.
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Return to city after VMiairia tenure with gun training plans
Former Illinois athletics leader Charles A. ituieder, recently back in Wayne after months abroad, announces negotiations for a major national shooting program. The piece extols American marksmen, urges all citizens to learn firearm skills, and envisions women training and defending homes as part of a new era of patriotism and self reliance.
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Charles A. Ituieder
Ulinois
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Ehteua
Wort Wayne
Ilogal Horses to Race at South Bend July 4
Epic Dally, manager of the South Bend Fate association, arranged with Fort Wayne Amateur Driving to enter four local horses in the Fourth of July races at South Bend. A special trotting exhibition features Kentucky trotter Tregantin, champion yearling, plus Ebony King, Reantelin, and Queen Alert. South Bend horses will compete among themselves and be shipped to the event on Thursday. FOR SALE Three horses and spring wagons. Bergo Products Co.
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Red Cross Tournament Set for July Fourth at Fort Wayne Club
Red Cross plans a July 4 tournament at the Fort Wayne Country Club with proceeds for the local Red Cross chapter. Over $400 pledged, $276 more signed at a Commercial Club Round Table event, as players sign up for two-team play and a one-cent per stroke donation.
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United States
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Walter Camp exercises taught to the Ul 8 cabinet and Navy
The article outlines the first group of Camp exercises preparatory to others, noting its value for quick mental grouping and home practice. It details initial positions from attention with heels together and fists outward at a 60 degree angle, then arms extended with palms down as the starting posture for all groups.
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