Ruth Contract Talks with Ruppert May Shape Yankee Salary
Colonel Jacob Ruppert, owner of the New York Yankees, hopes to privately settle Babe Ruth’s wage demand of 100000 a year. Ruppert plans a midweek meeting to discuss possible contract changes for next season. He notes no formal letter from Ruth requesting a two year deal and refunds of fines.
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Luque Plans Baseball Return With Possible Giants Deal
Havana February 28 AP Adolfo Luque star pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds says he does not want to return to the club and appears to be preparing for baseball elsewhere this season. He pitched in Santiago against Cuban players fanning six, allowing four hits, no walks and hopes John McGraw can arrange a deal to bring him to the Giants. Luque managed a pennant winner in a three club winter league.
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Phillies to split squad for Fort Myers drills
Philadelphia managers move to divide the fielders at Fort Myers training base into forenoon and afternoon groups. Two picked teams will play the season opener on Thursday as pitchers and catchers complete a weeklong stay.
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Tar Heels Remain in the Tourkey
Atlanta February 28 AP The Southern Conference basketball tournament narrows to a semifinal as North Carolina faces Georgia and South Carolina battles Vanderbilt for a shot at the final. Georgia over Maryland and Vanderbilt pace a four team scramble toward the title with two winners meeting tomorrow night.
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Wake Forest Elects 1928 Basketball Manager and Staff
Wake Forest College selects William R. Stradley of Asheville as manager for 1928 basketball. C T Zimmerman of Asheville and Harry All of Clayton named assistant managers. Four letters awarded to new members and four stars to veterans. captain for 1928 to be chosen later. The Deacons posted a 21 3 record last season, scoring 963 points.
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Double play at home plate shocks 1925 baseball game
In Detroit during the 1925 season a rare double plate out occurred as Tiger catcher Johnny Bassler and Boston's Fred Haney both touched out at the plate on one play. Stokes, the Boston catcher, made the tag as Bassler slid inside the plate and Harey slid outside. The event, observed by an umpire, marked an unusual two-out at the plate on a single ball.
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Halibut Fleet Survives Severe Alaska Storm
Seward Alaska February 28 AP Alaska halibut fishing fleet the world's largest resumed work after enduring one of the worst storms in years a hurricane sent 270 small craft to safety Saturday with nearly 1000 fishermen aboard and only swift calm preventing disaster boats limped in battered but all craft apparently weathered the gale described as the fiercest in years by mariners
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Premier Ibanez of Chile Declares Deportation for Unjust Judges
Chilean Premier Ibanez announces that any judge who fails to mete out justice will be deported. The policy targets judicial misconduct and aims to enforce accountability within the judiciary.
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Elliott Speaks on Religion and Great Athletes at YMCA
Galen Elliott, University track star, spoke to the Men's Christian League at the YMCA about how religion shapes athletic success. He cited Ericsson’s decision to skip a race for Sunday and emphasized inner purity and sportsmanship as keys to victory. The talk followed prayers and a Scripture reading, with a letter from Jeff Caney read to the group. The league later attended the Bishops' Crusade closing service at St. Mary's Episcopal Church with wives and sweethearts.
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North Carolina Trees May Be Enlarged In June
Enterprise Bureau reports North Carolina trees that have hitherto shown limited growth may be enlarged in future seasons. Sir Walter Hoted notes ongoing assessments and potential expansion plans across the state in response to forestry developments.
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Government Ownership Question for Champion Fibre Company
The state holds ownership or control over assets in question related to Champion Fibre Company. This involves whether the government retains ownership or delegates rights for operations and stewardship of the fibre assets.
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Chinese defense order seals Woosung approach near Whangpo river
Shanghai reports a sunset to sunrise closure of vessel movements to deter shelling of the city amid clashes with northern forces. Cantonese forces claim civilian casualties including Hangchow residents as occupation advances amid looting by some civilians.
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U S S Altair and Melville at Corinto Protect Granada
United States ships Altair and Melville discharge marines at Corinto Nicaragua to deter attacks by liberals in Granada and safeguard the railway.
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British envoy in Nicaragua signals recognition if needed
The British charge d affaires in Nicaragua states that if required Britain will recognize Diazrexin, a move already made by the United States. This reflects diplomatic alignment on the disputed regime and adds to the US recognition precedent.
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Nicaraguan Minister Appeals for Aid in Mexico
A Nicaraguan minister seeks Red Cross help in Mexico to deliver food and medical aid to liberals said to be dying without relief. The appeal highlights U S involvement to stop aid from reaching those in need.
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Argentine Pays Tribute to Army Officers in Crash Condolence
All Argentine people honor the American army officers Woolsey and Benton killed in Saturday's crash as the president sends a condolence message to Washington.
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Russia Reaffirms Peaceful Policy Amid Diplomatic Row
Russia replies to a high level threat from the Great President by stating a commitment to peaceful Soviet policy and disavows any aggressive intent toward any nation. The exchange underscores tensions in international diplomacy and the USSR’s stance on security.
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