Branch Rickey Sells Ball Players From Quiet Suite
In Dallas the minor league meeting revealed Branch Rickey of the St. Louis Cardinals doing most trading from his hotel suite. He directs business for five Cardinals minor league clubs and uses them to place recruits in the best leagues, favoring his own club while selling prospects to the highest bidder.
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Cueist Collins in Local Match
Percy Collins of Chicago, a former Indianapolis resident and top amateur balkliner, headlines a local exhibition against Vincent T. Walsh of Gary in a Balkline contest tied to the Indiana Billiard Association meeting. They will attend the association banquet at the English Hotel before performing at the Board of Trade parlor. Collins has been a national contender and once held the title.
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Tommy Loughran Retains Light Heavy Crown At MSG
Tommy Loughran of Philadelphia defeats Jimmy Slattery of Buffalo in a fifteen round decision to keep the world light heavyweight title. Slattery bursts ahead early with strong punches but fades late as Donohue and officials affirm the result.
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Cleveland Boxer Forc es Way Into Rickard Elimination Tourney
Johnny Risko the Cleveland heavyweight pushes into Tex Rickard s elimination tournament after wins over Paulino and Phil Scott. Promoters favor a Sharkey Heeney winner, potential Dempsey challenge, with critics noting Risko as a risky but entertaining contender in the New York scene.
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Tigers Trade Manush and Blue for Rice Van Gilder and More
Detroit manager George Moriarity announced a deal with the St. Louis Browns sending Lou Blue and Heinie Manush to the Mound City Americans in exchange for Harry Rice Klara Van Gilder and a third player to be named later. No cash changed hands. Rumors point to a veteran Brownie first baseman as the mystery addition.
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National League Owners Hear Prosperity Report
President John Heydler reports prosperity at the National League annual meeting at the Waldorf. The league boasts record turnstile cash as major league response to minors’ draft rules remains undecided. Trade talks swirl around Ball Mack Evans Moriarty and others with George Sisler as top bidder target amid lingering star trade rumors.
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Turners to Meet Buffalo Lincolns Friday at Turner Gym
Arrangements are made for a Friday night game at the South Side Turner gym between the Turners and Buffalo Lincolns of Buffalo New York. The Lincolns arrive in Indianapolis Friday morning for what is expected to draw a large crowd. Tipoff is at 8 15. Sunday the Turners face Jim Thorpe's Indian quintet at the Turner gym.
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Local Star May Land Position on Davis Cup Team
Indianapolis star Johnny Hennessey appears likely to win a spot on the United States Davis Cup squad as veterans William Tilden and Frances Hunter withdraw from eligibles. Other possible veterans include William M. Johnston and Dick Williams, while rising players such as George Lott Jr. and John Van Ryn vie for roles.
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Greyhound Court Squad Prep For De Pauw Battle
nT use Special ASTLE, Ind., Dec. 13, a Pauw University netters finished workouts with a light drill in Greencastle to prepare for tonight's game against Indiana Central. Coach shifts aim to bolster scoring with Crawley at forward Mountz at center, Marshall and Messersmith at guards, Byram at forward. Indiana Central headed to Greencastle for the game, with Bright at forward likely, Franke at center, Thompson at guard, and back court unsettled.
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Bouts Tonight in Armory Ring
Tonight in the Armory the boxing card features ten rounds Roy Wallace versus Jock Elk hart at 165 pounds. Eight rounds Frankie Palmo of Chicago fights at 147 pounds. Halloway of Indianapolis faces Graham of Clinton at 145 pounds. O Brien of Louisville meets Payton of Cincinnati at 147 pounds. First bout at 5 15. Main events at 8 15. Referee Grammel.
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Pierce to Remain With Tribe as Trainer for 1928
Jim Pierce to stay with the Indians as trainer next season, credited for conditioning pitchers Petty Hill Henry and Fitzsimsons for sales to the National League. He will report to Plant City spring camp in mid February to prepare for the Tribe's first week of March invasion. Carl G. Aschman of Charleroi was elected captain of the 1928 Washington and Jefferson football team, a center for the squad.
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Mulford Seeks Car for Big Race
Ralph Mulford, veteran speed pilot of the roaring way, plans to enter the 1928 Indianapolis Motor Classic if he finds a suitable car. At 45, he remains among top experts in steering high speed stock cars and spent the fall in Indianapolis testing cars at the local track.
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Yank Ace Eager to Race German
Lloyd Hahn, America's leading middle distance runner, hopes to race Dr. Peltzer indoors in the United States this winter. He wants German authorities to permit indoor runs while in the country and predicts a race of the doctor’s life after a month of training. Hahn states this will be his final indoor season before Olympic preparations conclude.
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Scottish boxer dies after knockdown in six round bout
Tommy Angus of Scotland died from brain concussion after his head struck the floor when he was knocked down by Jack Mansfield of England in the second round of a six round boxing match in Indonesia.
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Spitfire V Breaks World Record at San Diego Regatta
Spitfire V owned by James Rand Jr of Buffalo set a new world record for the 151 class hydroplanes by winning the Elgin speed trophy at the San Diego national power boat regatta. Piloted by Ralph Snoddy of Los Angeles the craft averaged 55.42 miles per hour over five miles.
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Los Angeles
Pirates plan to trade Yde and Spencer to Indianapolis
Barney Dreyfuss revealed in New York that Indianapolis and Pittsburgh are near finalizing a deal sending southpaw Emil Yde and catcher Spencer to the Hoosiers. Other Class AA clubs, including Buffalo, are bidders for Spencer as Perry of the Indians travels to New York to discuss talent options for his AA team.
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Two League Net Tilts Wednesday At Hoosier A C
The City Basketball League suspends games for Christmas and New Year. Wednesday’s schedule at Hoosier A C features a top clash between the leading Big Four and Ft Harrison, followed by Polk Milk versus Pennsylvania. Both games involve tied-for-third clubs and a tight standings outlook.
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Navy Names 1928 Soccer Captain Dickinson
Annapolis Maryland December 13 Wilton C Dickinson of Mobile Alabama was elected captain of the 1928 Navy soccer team.
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New Managers Attention Fans In Major Winter Sessions
Three new managers join veteran pilot Eddie Ash in New York winter sessions. Bill McKechnie moves from Pittsburgh to St Louis as field boss of the Mound City Nationals, with Jack Slattery, Burt Shotton and Roger Peckinpaugh also attending. Peckinpaugh hopes to prove his worth in a big league helm while Lefty O Doul returns to the Giants.
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Century League bowling results and upcoming events noted
Local bowling action features Century Billiards beating Flor Eim Shoes while Falls Ct Lager and Century Five edge the McCaslin Five. High scores include Dersch 181 209 255 and 600 series. Mixed doubles at Century saw rivalry and winners. Rob Hukle and Mrs Johns claimed Sunday prize. Sophomore Charley Rucker named captain of 1928 Tulane football team.
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Fights and Fighters in Multiple Cities Across Boxing Card
The Chicago bout saw Babe Ruth of Louisville defeat Eddie Shea in ten rounds, with Lamar stopping Wild Cat Murphy in Milwaukee in two. Other results include Olen defeating Camels Fu Scott in Kan, and Scott outpointing Sid City in ten rounds. In Cincinnati Maxie Rosen fought Toa Hoduieet Conm to an even decision across ten rounds. In Philadelphia Lew Tender won a ten round decision, Benny Bass outpointed Johnny Sheppard in Providence, Andr Os defeated Kid Lewis in New Bedford, Clyde Hull won a ten round decision in New York, and Arturo Spreckles defeated Billy Leonard in ten rounds.
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Hoosier Golfers Invited to Miami Beach Open
One hundred twenty six top golf pros are invited to the Miami Beach open on the La Gorce course January 2 and 3 with a $3,000 purse. Indiana representatives A. G. Lockwood and Bert Meyering are named. Gene Sarazen defends his title with Jock Hutchison challenging him after last winter’s Bayshore 67. A second $3,000 Miami open follows January 7 and 8 with prior amateur pro events January 1 and 6.
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Notre Dame Beats Iowa 23 20 In Iowa City Basketball
Notre Dame led by center Johnny Coleric with eleven points edged Iowa 23 to 20 in Iowa City. Jimmy Bray added key later field goal to seal the win as Iowa’s Captain Two Good scored eight for the Hawkeyes. It was the Irish third straight victory.
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Purdue and Illinois face early season tests in basketball
Purdue's court squad tests State Normal in Lafayette with captains Wheeler and crew set to score while Stretch Murphy and Cummins may pace the Boilermakers. Illinois eyes Harbert Edwards as a conference contender amid a busy college season with Spaulding’s chatter and Harlem-style backboard verses.
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Firebaugh Named to Lead De Pauw Tigers
De Pauw University in Greencastle Indiana elected Ernest A Firebaugh of Danville Illinois as captain of the 1928 Tiger gridiron team. Firebaugh a junior was named to Indianapolis Times all state second team and succeeds Damon Anderson. Sweaters were awarded to varsity members of the 1927 squad at the banquet.
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No Change Reported on Loren Murchison Condition
Decatur Illinois reports no material change in the condition of Loren Murchison a famous runner ill with meningitis. Murchison suffered a slight relapse Sunday but was declared slightly less critical Monday and doctors said there has been no change since.
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