Brence Rader Elected Captain for Next Season
Cameron boy Clarence Keeter was elected captain for 1928 at West Virginia University’s annual football banquet in Morgantown. Keeter edged out Glen and Meisel amid praise for Ira Rodgers to remain coach. W. Zevekler named manager as contract talks began.
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Garard Moore
Moose Marshall Named Manager of Clarksburg Generals
Moose Marshall, who led the Scottdale Yanks last season, is named manager of the Clarksburg Generals for next year. T. B. Cain, president of the local club, announced the signing of a contract. Salary details were not disclosed but expected to match the prior figure paid to Greasy Neale. Directors, including M. J. Lynch and C. P. Leatherwood, supported Marshall after a Mid Atlantic League meeting in Pittsburgh.
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Nick Altrock
Washington Senators
Southwest grid fans push for intersectional games
George Schepps, Dallas businessman, argues that Texas, SMU, TCU and A&M teams could matchup with Notre Dame or Southern California, while noting the absence of Hunt and Mann in this season. The piece surveys national teams, coaching styles, and potential moves toward stronger interregional schedules.
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Norman E. Brown
Central Press Dispatch
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Southwestern
Family Radio
Baseball Leaders Meet As Convention Opens
Association officials gathered today with the National Association of Professional Baseball Clubs. The opening session of the National Association began at one in the afternoon. Rumors place Frank Gibson, Boston Braves catcher, considering managing the San Antonio Bears of the Texas League next season, though he has not secured a release from Boston. He expressed willingness to try the job if permitted.
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Wesleyan 1928 football schedule listed for Buckhannon
Athletic Director Rebel Ross announced West Virginia Wesleyan College’s 1928 football schedule. Nine games are set with WVU to open, then NYU in New York, Salem College in Clarksburg, Georgetown in Washington, Waynesburg in Buckhannon, Navy at Annapolis, Broadus, Davis and Elkins in Buckhannon, St Xavier in Cincinnati, and Marshall in Huntington. Over 1,000 Columbia students helped firemen at a large bonfire near the Columbus Syracuse game site.
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Cincinnati
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Huntington
Trades Expected Dominate Dallas Conclave Rumors
In New York and Dallas talks, multiple baseball trades loom large as executives consider numerous deals while awaiting formal offers. The Bee notes industry chatter suggests a busy period ahead with several teams pursuing roster shuffles.
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New York, Bee
Dallas
The Haller Beverage Co Offers Cascade Pale Beer Ginger Ale
A trade note promotes Cascade Pale Brg Ginger Ale from The Haller Beverage Co. It invites comparison with other drinks you have used and offers delivery of a case under the N29.D.36 10 reference.
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Haller
Beverage’ Co
Haught Sets Billiard Mark in Recreation Tournament
Ken Haught, a leading city billiardist, set the highest run in the Recreation's annual tournament, tallying 22 in a match with Dempsey. The record, achieved during the two-year run, may stand for some time, with a $10 gold prize awaiting the holder.
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Dempsey
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Hiught
Peck Ridenour
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Jones
Blue
Shaw
Dil
Marde
Chicago Adopts Lead Day Motto Twist Have You Had Your Lead Today
The Chicago city motto is humorously altered to Have You Had Your Lead Today reflecting concern over environmental exposure. Officials note the phrase serves as a reminder about public health while city residents react with mixed amusement and concern.
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Chicago
Fights From Nightcard Mix of Knockouts and Draws
Chicago and Philadelphia bouts cap an action filled card with Lew Chester losing to Kalifor dia and Ernie Peters defeating Young Deneto. Rocco and O Donnell secure TKOs while Welch ties Tay lor in Johnstown. Dugan stops McCann in Memphis as Godfrey beats Rosso in Canton Ontario.
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Red Uhlan
Califordia
Lew" Chester
Philadelphia
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Eddie Mayers
Detroit
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Fla
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Harry Kid Brown
Drew
Memphis
Tenn
Frankie Dugan
Bully M McCann
Cleveland
Jack Kearney
New Orleans
Billy Bonias
California
Canton
Mattison Elected Captain Of 1928 Scarlet Hurricanes
Lacrosse Wisconsin youth Ralph Mattison of Davis and Hiking College was chosen captain of the 1928 Scarlet Hurricanes football team after a Rotary Club dinner. He is associate editor of Green and White, on the debating team, and known as a reliable speaker. Bowles and others spoke. Jennings Randolph spoke as athletics director. Oscar Kendall Elkins named student manager for next year.
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Dee
Ralph Mattison
Davis
Lacrosse
Wis
Mac Bowles
Mattison
Bowles
Brown
Harbert
Poscover
McKinney
Henderson
Jennings Randolph
Oscar “Kendall
Baptist Five Start Season With Call For Fresh Faces
Broadus basketball opens practice as coach Cheboweth faces biggest task in school history. Capt. Myers leads a rebuilt squad with last year’s stars graduated leaving new players to fill guard and forward roles. Season opens January 7 at Wesleyan and ends March 7 at Buckhannon with a schedule to be released soon for local fans.
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Uniforn
Cheboweth
Belhi
Myers
Brodddus
Rick’ ' Roberts
Duffield
Bob. Hall
Wesleyan
Buckhannon
Stephenson Lobs Threat as Public Information Ask
Indianapolis reports Arthur L Gillon labelled Stephenson’s latest bid to release public information as a bluff aimed at regaining freedom. Stephenson, a former klaw dragon now serving life for murder, filed in Laporte Superior Court seeking protection from violence to reveal information he says authorities withhold. Prosecutor Wil H Remy noted Stephenson’s willingness to accept any path to expose what he claims and urged hearing details.
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Arthur L. Gillon
Stephenson
Klaw.dragon
Laporte Superior Court
Stéplehiuckie
Gilligni
Géeh
Wil H. Remy
Marion County
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