Sheldon in Demand for More Seats
Indiana football fans press for extra reserved seating for the Wisconsin game at Washington Park two weeks hence. Coach Sheldon sends word that 1,000 more seats are needed beyond the planned 2,800 reserved and 1,000 general admissions. Special trains will transport Bloomington supporters. ticket prices range from 1 to 1.50 dollars.
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Central Unions sweep Taylors in Commercial Bowling
In Monday night Commercial Bowling League action Central Unions won three games from the Taylors while the Kingans beat the Cranes and Leveys defeated the Crescents. Harry Johnson led scoring with 235 as Presbyterians topped Sutherlands and Centrals took two from the Baptists.
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National Guardsmen Patrol Savannah Grand Prize Course
Gov Joseph M Brown announced armed guardsmen will patrol the Savannah race course on November 12 to guarantee a clear road and protect thousands of spectators along the 18.5 mile loop. The second grand prize race covers about 407 miles after 22 laps. Seventeen cars are entered with more expected to depart from New York.
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Outlaw oldfield to race despite suspension and fine
Barney Oldfield is disqualified by the American Automobile Association for advertising a race with Jack Johnson who lacked proper licensing. He vows to race at Sheepshead Bay on October 20 regardless, and promoters back him. Forfeit of 5000 dollars is saved by his defiance.
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Record sale of seats for world series shocks Chicago
Chicago fans flooded the baseball headquarters with red checks for game seats as the box for the world series sold out. Mail received after 3 p m Tuesday would not be counted, and extra carriers were assigned to handle the rush. Letters will be drawn at random and unused checks returned. Last year Pittsburg sent back 145000 certified checks, a record likely to be broken in Chicago.
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Cobb Declines Criticism Of Lajoie Feat In 1910 Batting Race
Ty Cobb, delayed by a car accident, arrived in Philadelphia and said he would wait for official figures before judging the eight for eight performance that gave Nap Lajoie the batting championship. He expressed no reproach or intent to protest, and lamented any taint on the title while noting he and Lajoie had a hard fought race.
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Browns President backs Lajoie after two games
Chicago October 12 President Robert Leo Hedges of the St Louis Browns says Larry Lajoie earned every hit credited in the two games at St Louis last Sunday. Hedges supported Lajoie and said Corridon was instructed to play back to avoid line-drive danger. Johnson seeks umpire Evans report and scorer statement before deciding. Lajoie has not heard from Ty Cobb about the batting race windup.
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Wednesday's Games in the National League
The National League slate features St Louis visiting Chicago and Boston playing two games against Brooklyn, with teams set for midweek action across two venues.
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Scores from Tuesday’s baseball games across cities
New York defeated Philadelphia 12 to 7 in a short game. Philadelphia won 6 to 1 in the second game. Chicago beat St. Louis 4 to 3 in ten innings. Cincinnati led Cleveland in a championship series with a 143 score, per ongoing reports.
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All-Stars Speed Past Athletics in Philadelphia Exhibition
Washington’s All-Stars, strengthened by recruits, routed the Athletics 8 to 3 in Philadelphia. The visitors excelled in battery work and speed, with Milan and Speaker executing a double steal and strong pitching by Johnson. Athletics fielding and batting lagged, and base-running fell short of McAleer’s lineup.
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Yale Coaches Bet On Heavy Line For Gridiron
New Haven, Conn. Oct 12 Yale coaches insist on weight in the rushing line after placing 235 pound guards Greenough and Young. Coy and Sanford emphasize line strength despite new rules. A hard game looms at West Point Saturday as the squad travels. A four seven minute period scrimmage with the fresh men was held Wednesday.
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Cole Will Not Face Mackmen in World Series Opener
Chicago on October 12. Manager Chance has narrowed the World Series pitching plan against the Athletics to Orvie Overall for the opener, Brown for the second game, and Reulbach for the third. If Overall is fit, he will start in Philadelphia as arranged, despite speculation Brown might start Game 1.
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Reds Take Postseason Opener Over Cleveland 14 to 7
Cincinnati defeated Cleveland 14 to 7 in the first post season game for Ohio championship as three Cleveland pitchers struggled. Hoblitzell hit a bases full triple in the third and Paskett homered after Jackson misplayed a ball in the sun. McLean led the Reds with three singles and a double in five at bats. Turner, Jackson and Lajoie sparked the Cleveland offense.
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Butch MacGinnity Reveals Old Football Plots and Love
A rambling reminiscence recounts football schemes from Lalapaloosa College days, featuring Butch MacGinnity and friends. The tale describes disguises, staged telegrams, and a rival captain exposed by a ruse involving a girlfriend and a pennant, ending with a rival losing focus in a key game.
Badgers Work Hard for Game with Indiana
Madison Wis Oct 12 Behind closed gates the University of Wisconsin freshman team using Indiana University plays nearly ran over the varsity at Randall Field Tuesday. Coach Barry planned changes along the line and prepared two hours on the field and gym daily as Indiana looms in Indianapolis next Saturday.
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Earl Jr Wins Feature Race at Lexington
In Lexington Kentucky on October 12 perfect weather drew a large crowd. The day’s feature was the 2:06 pace won by Earl Jr three straight heats in 2:06 34, 2:03 1 2 and 2:04 with a second-heat record. Other notable finishes included Howley winning the 2:18 pace and The Plunger taking the 2:13 trot. The 2:20 trot was unfinished, carried to Wednesday with Betsy G and Henry Winter contending.
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Yankees and Giants Set for City Championship Clash
New York fans expect about 35,000 at Polo Grounds on Thursday for the Highlanders versus Giants series opener. Mathewson faces Ford as the Highlanders seek to prove themselves against the veteran ace. crowd size could top 40,000 if the day stays favorable. The Highlanders’ lack of big-game experience is seen as their main risk.
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Freshmen fall to varsity in brisk Ann Arbor scrimmage
In Ann Arbor on October 12, the varsity overwhelmed the Michigan freshmen on Ferry Field. Coaches Yeat and Redden directed a fast-paced session lasting over an hour, with Yost reluctant to halt play as darkness approached.
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Butler Camp Worries Over Injury Plague For Wabash Game
Butler college football notes show grim outlook against Wabash as multiple players limp through camp. Quarterback Abbie Everhardt is seriously injured and may miss the contest, while Speaker and Badger injuries force shifts at key positions. Captain Thomas, Swange, Hucklemeyer, Finn, Silvers, and Hinman also carry ailments impacting lineup depth.
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Barr Wise Faces Butler In Key Wabash Tilt
Crawfordsville Ind October 12 The Wabash football team held signal practice with star tackle Barr returning for Friday’s game against Butler and fullback Big Ed Miller also cleared to play A near sellout crowd awaits as students plan a large Thursday rally and the Scarlets aim to avenge last year’s loss with improved conditioning and spirited preparation.
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Indiana Fans Rally Behind Wisconsin Victory Slogan
In Bloomington on October 12, Indiana crowds heard Sheldon promise a rallying cry to beat Wisconsin and Illinois as the team prepares for Millikan. A 2000-strong turnout at Jordan Field sparked a bonfire and late-night celebration. Indiana plans new plays for the Indianapolis showdown with Wisconsin and may extend practice hours with electric arc lights.
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West Point Expects to Score on Yale
New York, Oct. 12. West Point expects to score on Yale with Quarterback Dean’s toe, drill daily in drop kicking from the 35 yard line, and hopes for victory. Cadets note a larger win over Tufts vs Yale, while demanding 2 to 1 in the betting. Seats are in high demand, 2600 tickets sent to Yale alone.
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Marquette Football Team Leaves for Denver Trip
Milwaukee Wis Oct 12 At Marquette university football practice Head Coach Juneau announced the squad members who will travel to Denver Wednesday afternoon. The start was postponed one day to allow one more workout for the team.
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National commission revises eligibility for post series players
Cincinnati report notes the national commission on October 2 revised the list of players eligible for the baseball set between the Rew and another team. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR text but the action concerns eligibility in a post series context.
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