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Newspaper
Helena Independent
Location
Helena, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1925
Page
8
Pittsburgh atop the pennant race with a 5 to 7 win over Philadelphia. Curler matched the National Stage record with 10 consecutive hits as the Pirates vaulted to a hard fought victory. Early wild action and key RBIs sealed the game, with strong pitching relief from Morton and Ulrich helping keep Philadelphia at bay.
Lightweight clash ends with Walker edging Shade by two to one on points after a brutal 15 round battle. Referee Patsy Ualey cast the deciding ballot amid a roaring crowd of around 45 000 at the outdoor arena as promoters Tex Rickard and an immense gate totaling about $200 000 marked a record turnout.
Chicago September 21 Al Watrous of Crane Rapids captured the gold medal in the Professional Golf Association championship by finishing with four under par 284 at Olympia Fields. Bill Malhorn of Chicago was second at 287 after a 69. Jack Burke, Gene Sarazen tied for third at 286 while Mort Dutra and Harry Cooper next at 287. Difficult course conditions and steady winds plagued the field as two players tied at 157 for final positions in the match-play cut.
Boston Newsboy reports that star student Tising Colpack will enter Harvard University this fall without cost after achieving the top grades on the entrance exam. The scholarship is provided by the Boston Newsboy’s Protective Fund.
Dixie La Hood headlines a benefit boxing card at Mount St Charles college gym tonight at 8.0 pm for the college athletic war chest, featuring 32 rounds and ringside seats in heavy advance demand. Proceeds fund Hilltoppers equipment as fans rally for the season start.
Thiladelphia Sept 31 By Associated Press Delroth and Philadelphia Athletes met for the last time Hus season Today the Mackmen winning 10 to 7. The Athletica pounded Holloway for seven rims in the fifth inning to eliteh the game. Cheserley between the two teams for the sea son reads 14 vlotches fir the Athie ten annmal debt defeats.
Tom Deckert of Reed Point was shot during a hunt with Charles Kenfield on Kenfield ranch. The covey rose and Kenfield accidentally fired, injuring Deckert who was taken to Columbus hospital for amputation.
Boxing card in Butte features six scheduled bouts across 122 to 148 pounds plus four round fights at 135 120 and 145 pounds. Notables include Frankie Monahan versus Al Kivers Lew Mehrlich versus Sparring Partner and Young Dempsey versus Masked Marvel with officials Referee Dick Coe and Announcer Lester Loble.
The Rev Patrick McVeigh directs athletics as local boxers travel with minimal expense. Dixie LaFeod leading the bantams will bring two partners from the copper camp along with Frankie Monahan who has just won ten straight. Young Dempsey of Helena and the Masked Marvel appear in college bouts, with more four round fights featuring Cap Adamson and De Groat. Ringside seats are priced at 1 dollar, others at 50 cents. Dick Coe referees, Jester Loble acts as announcer.
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