Branch Rickey’s eye for young stars pays off with Frankhouse rise
In a look back, the Cardinals scout Branch Rickey identified Rhem Frankhouse Hafey Douthit and Thevenow as future big leaguers. Frankhouse, a rookie, defied doubt by winning 22 of 28 with Houston before joining St. Louis this season. He relies on control a sharp change of pace and a side arm curve rather than raw speed.
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Cincinnati Reds
Rhem
Frankhouse
Hafey
Douthit
Brankhouse
Syracuse
Houston
Cardinals
Cardinal
Rattler
Rickey
St. Louis Nationals
Walter Johnson
Dazzy” Vance
Loughran Seeks Rematch to Prove Victory Over Slattery
Philadelphia light heavyweight champion Tommy Loughran announces readiness to fight Jimmy Slattery of Buffalo again to solidify his decision in the fifteen round Madison Square Garden bout.
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United Press
New York
Tommy Loughran
Philadelphia
Jimmy Slattery
Buffalo
Slattery
Madison Square Garden
Boxers Prospects Highlight Fights Across Cities
Fights and fighters listed from INNIPEG DENVER LOS ANGELES NEW YORK and other venues show Del Fontaine defeating Wolcott Langford in ten rounds while Pico Ramies over Joe Marcus. Cowboy Billy Owens and Joe Coffee win in Denver. Charley Long and Ernie Owens score decisions and KOs in multiple bouts.
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Manitoba
del Fontaine
Canada
Wolcott Langford
Denver
Colo
Billy Owens
Oklahoma City
John Metoquah
Toledo
Joe Coffee
Charlie Lupica
Los Angeles
Charley Long
Bert Kima
Ernie Owens
Jack Darnell
Golfers Ranked As Handicap Rules Expanded
More than 100 golfers with heavy handicaps are to be ranked by an official handicapper after a Metropolitan Golf Association ruling widening the handicap system. The change broadens recognition for players moving closer to official ranking.
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Bui United Press
New York
Metropolitan Golf Association
Tennis Excluded From 1928 Olympic Games
The advisory committee of the International Lawn Tennis Federation voted three to two to exclude tennis from the 1928 Olympic Games in Amsterdam.
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Bu United Press
Amsterdam
International Lawn Tennis Federation
Indiana University Opens Season At Bloomington Pool
Indiana University's swimming team will start the season Saturday afternoon at Bloomington against the Hoosier Athletic Club of Indianapolis. Prospects for the Hoosiers are brighter this year than in several seasons.
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Timedal Puoomington
Ind
Indiana University
Hoosier Athletic Club
Indianapolis
Indiana
Mandell Must Defend Lightweight Title by Jan 15
Sammy Mandell of Rockford Illinois faces Sid Terris of New York in a mandated title defense due by January 15 or risk being barred from NBA affiliated states. The ruling was issued by Tom Donohue president of the National Boxing Association.
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United Press
New York
Tom Donohue
National Boxing Association
Sammy Mandell
Rockford
Ill
Sid Terris
Purdue Opens Season Strong Against De Pauw Following rout of Indiana State Normal
Purdue University under Ward Lambert began the season with a 49 to 24 victory over Indiana State Normal in Memorial Gym. The Boilermakers showed height speed and scoring touch led by Babe Wheeler Cummins Eckert Kemmer Murphy and Harreson. In the first half the team led 23 to 7 as Wheeler opened the scoring and the lineup featured fourteen players with Heany Chestnut and Dorsett noted among the Normal squad.
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Special Lafayette
Ind
Ward Lambert
Purdue University
Memorial Gymnasium
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Lambert
Babe Wheeler
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Cummins
Eckert
Kemmer
Murphy
Harreson
Heany
Chestnut
Dorsett
Have No National Game in China Says Official
A Chinese official asserts the country lacks a single national game and describes sports as diverse across regions. The remark highlights cultural variety in athletic preference within China.
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China
Baseball Notes on O'Farrell and Cardinal Management Changes
This column discusses Bob O'Farrell's 1926 MVP era and abrupt move to St. Louis Cardinals manager, later replaced by Bill McKechnie in 1928, plus Burt Shotton’s appointment and trades. It also notes umpire loan restrictions and potential moves involving Dutch Ruether and Eli Funk as Yankees prospects.
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Bill McKechnie
Burt Shotton
Phillies
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Cooney
Ring
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Rickey
St. Louis
Burt
Syracuse
Butlerbasketball squad warms for coming season
Butler University outlines its 1940 41 basketball lineup with players Jack Man Harold Holt Billy Bugg and Hildebrand filling key guard pivot forward and center roles. Coach Paul Hinkle leads a host of capable players at Irvington institution expecting a successful court season.
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Butler University
Jackman
Harold Holt
Billy Bugg
Hildebrand
Southport
Paul Hinkle
Irvington Institution
Cathedral High grid slate for 1928 season unveiled
Nine 1928 tilts planned for Cathedral High School football, two in one week. The schedule lists games against Washington, Columbus, St. Xavier and others, with early matches at Garfield and Sheridan. Coach Joe Sexton announced the ar d is the largest yet for the Irish squad and vaudeville night will honor twelve varsity players including Mueller, Sexton, Bullivan, Connolly, Mcfen, Kuebel, Commons, Amsden, Mahaffey, Eiderins, Farrell and Rolland.
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Athlete Near Death in Decatur Hospital
Olympic athlete Loren Murchison remains in critical condition in Decatur Illinois after a serious relapse of meningitis doctors say only an immediate rally can save his life. He has been ill for about a week and was hospitalized with meningitis.
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Decatur
Ill
Loren Murchison
Murchison
Veteran runner William Prouty dies in Boston home
William Prouty a 48 year old veteran distance runner known for six day races died suddenly at his Boston home on Tuesday. He began running in 1906 and had a long career as a notable figure in the sport, leaving behind a grandson status.
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Boston
Mass
William Prouty
Syracuse Drops Eight Minor Sports From Schedule
Syracuse University abolished boxing golf hooked rifle tennis wrestling soccer and fencing after a unanimous vote by the athletic governing board. The move aims to save money for inter fraternity intraclass competition and requires all students to participate in some sport while leaving football basketball lacrosse track crew cross country and swimming as the scheduled athletic options.
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Syracuse University
Eastern University
Spencer and the Indian Deal Closed
Owner James A. Perry of the Indians closed a long awaited deal at the New York session. He acquired catcher Roy Spencer and pitcher Emilade from the Pirates to boost his 1928 ball club, pairing Spencer with Paul Florence and adding catcher Riddle from the Florida League. Perry said four more major leaguers are being sought as part of an extensive roster reshaping.
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Emilade
Pittsburgh Pirates
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Spencer
Paul Florence
Riddle
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Pirates
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Dreyfuss
Perry
Claver
Northwestern Defeats Marquette in 58–22 Basketball Win
Northwestern University won its second consecutive basketball game here Tuesday night, defeating Marquette University 58 to 22. The lopsided score highlighted a strong defensive effort by the hosts and a solid performance from their lineup.
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Northwestern University
Marquette University
Rutgers Announces 1928 Nine Game Football Schedule
Rutgers announces a nine game 1928 football slate with six home games set for New Brunswick New Jersey. The schedule includes matchups against New York University and Holy Cross along with seven other opponents.
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United Press
New Brunswick
N. J
Rutgers
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Holy Cross
Sisler Trade Looms Over Big League Meetings
New York December reports say George Sisler remains the central issue as the two major leagues meet in New York. Trades swirl around the Browns and Phillies Cardinals while managers discuss possible destinations for the star first baseman and other marquee players.
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Billiards Champion Leads in Three-Cushion Match
Otto Reiselt of Philadelphia won the first block against Allen Hall of St Louis 60 to 47 in the world three cushion billiards match defending his 300 point crown. The event took place as part of the Dec 14 coverage in Adelphia.
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Otto Reiselt
Philadelphia
Allen Hall
St. Louis
Reiselt
Wallace Triumphs Over Elkhart In Indianapolis Ring Clash
Roy Wallace, Indianapolis light heavy, defeated Jack Elkhart of Chicago in ten rounds at the Armory, scoring a ninth round knockdown and dominating with hard shots. Frankie Palmo outboxed Bill Hall in a tame six rounder, Red Holloway outpointed Hank Graham in six, and Ted Hunt edged Chet Warr in six. A packed house heard Captain Clark announce next Tuesday’s main event.
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Northwestern College Beats Ripon in Wisconsin-Illinois Conference Opener
Ripon College falls 36 to 27 as Northwestern College claims the season's first Wisconsin-Illinois Conference basketball game. The victory follows early conference standings with Frankfort and Logansport atop the North Central Indiana standings.
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