Former Ring Idol Maher Faces Final Round
A nostalgic look at Peter Maher, famed Irish fighter, whose ferocity and speed made him unbeatable by era greats like Fitzsimmons and Jeffries. The piece notes his willingness to finish fights quickly, his fearless record, and a rags-to-riches arc ending with revival tales and streetwise stories from his era.
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Golf players must pay as they play
Bismarck golf fans begin the 1917 season at the Country Club with price hikes for clubs and balls foreseen. Hi H Webster, club expert, just back from Chicago and Philadelphia, says clubs may rise at least fifty cents and a July 1 tax on golf gear could push costs higher. Grounds are in prime condition and early membership nears 300 as players vow to play despite wartime prices.
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Philadelphia
Ehmke Emerges as One of Best Young Twirlers in A L
Detroit June 7 Howard Ehmke, a former Syracuse star, has stood out as one of the season’s best new twirlers in the American League. Despite Detroit’s overall disappointment, he has shown strong form, adding depth to the pitching staff with his thin build, smooth delivery, control, and savvy.
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National League Don tie Wins Forards and St Louis Rally
In St Louis, Hornsby drove in the go ahead run with a eighth inning double and Cruise added a single as St Louis beat Boston after a six run sixth. Boston led 6 0 in the sixth before St Louis rallied to win 8 0. Alexander earned the win for Chicago over Philadelphia. Cincinnati beat New York to take a second straight game, with Benton and Middleton on the mound and McCarty behind the plate.
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Washington shuts out Chicago in baseball box score
In Washington on June 7, Dumont allowed four hits as the Senators shut out the Chicago team 4 to 0. Beore n.H. B. Chicago. Cieotte and Schalk paired with Dumont and Ainsmith for Washington while Chicago failed to cross the plate after the first.
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Gill to bring Brinsmade team to Arvilla game
Plans for June 18 call for Grand Forks to host a baseball clash at Arvilla as Coach Andy Gill leads Brinsmade against a strong weekend opponent. The Brinsmade aggregation and Drayton have proved their abilities, making the county picnic feature highly anticipated.
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Campus League Teams to Decide Honors
Unclear OCR text notes two university teams facing off for campus league honors. Both squads described as strong, with fragmented phrasing about chemistry and athletics. No clear names, dates, or locations readable.
Athletic Head Named for U
At a meeting of the athletic board of control of the university held last evening, Lyle Helmkay was elected chairman and Ray Powers was named secretary. Letters were awarded for track work this spring to Delong Wardwell Basa Bublits Maril Well Sue and Wylie for North Dakota in the Minnesota Dakota conference meet at Northfield. Missex Gray and Beacon were also awarded letters for volley ball work.
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Wagner Reinstated by Cincinnatis Herrmann
Cincinnati Ohio June 7 August Herrmann chairman of the National Baseball commission announced that Jenni Wagner had signed a Pittsburgh National League contract and was reinstated to status without a fine He praised Wagner saying the game cannot do without him and that he is restored to good standing after earlier nonreporting kept him out of suspension President Dreyfuss supported the reinstatement and the case was acted on immediately It marks a positive return for Wagner who was welcomed back by league officials.
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Wisconsin football coach questioned by hospital corps critics
Madison June 7 Dr Tan Withington of the university of Wisconsin football team is reported to have been hinted at by the hospital corps. The unit called themselves Conscienti one Objectors but critics suggest Conscienceless Objectors explains them better. The coach would not return to Madison if conference games were played.
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Delbern Hurls Warren to Win
Winnipeg game recap shows Delbern’s pitching leads Warren to an 8 to 2 victory over Pegs. Double plays aided both teams in a tight game. Warren batters collected seven hits, Wasno pitched for Winnipeg.
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Drayton Wins and Loses in Weekend Baseball Card
Drayton’s crack nine opened with a 9 to 3 win over Avenue Minnageremition after Elkema led the home attack. Crawford caught for Drayton with Walterx and Mylea punching for the visitors. The Denyton team then split a two game set, dropping a 4 to 2 defeat to Stephen the prior day. Farnsworth and Crawford formed the catcher battery while Eranson and Walker handled Stephen’s pitchers.
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Baseball Scores From National and American Leagues
National games in Chicago Philadelphia beat Chicago 4 0 and New York defeated Cincinnati 8 6 while Brooklyn edged Pittsburgh and Boston topped St Louis in a series of group games. American results show Chicago 0 at Washington 3 Boston 0 at Detroit 3 New York 1 at Cleveland 6 and Philadelphia 11 at St Louis 6 with other matchups across cities. Association play lists Toledo 2 Milwaukee 6 Indianapolis 2 Kansas City 1 Louisville 1 Minnesota 2 Columbus 2 St Paul 4 2.
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Umpire O Loughlin recalls 21 years and 423660 calls
Detroit reports veteran American League umpire O Loughlin says he made 423660 decisions in 21 years and never made a mistake. He claims his error column remains unstained, noting occasional disputes among fans players and press. Also: Crawford deal discussion with Cleveland delayed by Navin of Detroit. Minnesota colleges plan to continue athletics with drill. Dick Loadman suspended in Milwaukee for contract issue.
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Hickey Secure Says Cantillon Doubtful Change at AAA
Minneapolis June 7 Rumors of Hickey losing his job as head of the American Association were dismissed by Mike Cantillon who said Hickey has a three year contract and five owners backing him. Cantillon said a special league session is set for Chicago to draft an extra $2 games schedule after interleague cancellation. Al Teatney denied any offer or desire for Hickey’s post.
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Gete-it corn remedy advertised in old notice
A promotional fragment touts Gete-it as a quick painless corn remover. It claims two drops or traps remove corns without harming surrounding flesh, enabling easy wear of tight shoes. The ad warns against bandages and stresses safety, with distributors listed in Grand Forks and local druggists named as recommenders.
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