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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1925
Page
3
Vic Aldridge’s strong relief in the second 1925 world series game is recalled amid debates on leaving pitchers in after bases are loaded. The author argues such decisions are debated but rarely proven, noting the next batter failed to hit.
The Latonia racing card sparked a $25 win and place parlay with Petie runner up and Tom P winner. Belle of Elizabethtown, Bumpkin, Fantoche, Braedalbane, Hancock and Clark entry, and John Finn received bets, while Washington got a final 80 cent wager. Times discuss two year olds in the Queen City Handicap, odds on Mars, Rhinock and other runners, plus a joke on Fred Fulton and notes on Indiana High School football prospects and prep-to-college lineage.
Shortridge edged Elwood 20 to 13 at Washington Park as Peacock set up a late scoring drive with an interception and Kilgore to Stillwell connected for a touchdown. Manual lost 18 to 0 to Central Evansville as Higgs and Cruse exited early with injuries. Broad Ripple fell 27 to 0 at Crawfordsville in a rain soaked game.
Times Special reports a hard scrap anticipated in Ann Arbor as Michigan hosts Indiana U in the Big Ten opener. Indiana lists starters Lanman, Fisher, Bernaske, Zaiser, Bishop, Fisher, Nessell, Courim, Marks, Byers, Prucha as the expected lineup.
In Baltimore on October 10 United Press reports no game was set for Friday in the nine game post-season series between Louisville and Baltimore. Each club has won three games and the series will resume today.
Harry Wills, the Negro heavyweight, halted four fast rounds in a Detroit exhibition against Jeff Clark of Joplin Missouri. Wills showed speed and good condition with an impressive display Friday night.
Local prep card lists Ferndales with Secrest De Hority Bronly Skinner Wiles and Elwood with Smith Wohlheiter Cather Lepper Ballard Hook Ash Caine Brooks Johe as likely starters. Officials include Referee Davis Umpire Tappan Head linesman Gard. Kickoff at 2 30 with World series frame scores starting at 1. Indianapolis Cubs meet Christamore Juniors at Rhodius Park 1 p m as part of city championships in youth brackets.
Theo dore Pettijohn won the Friday afternoon trap shoot at the Sheridan gun club with 22 of 25. Walter Bradfield and John Mitchell tied for second with 21, marking the season finale.
Fulton continued his diving tricks in a bout at Scott Field UL on Friday night but was knocked out in the first round by Sergt. Jack Adams, ending the match early.
Boston reports rain delayed the King Solomon versus Jim Maloney boxing match until tonight. Both fighters and promoters adjusted plans as weather forced a postponed title fight.
Ossie Bluege, the Senators third baseman, was knocked unconscious by a Vic Aldridge fast shot in the second World Series game. Glenn Wright hit a homer in the fifth inning as the Pirates offense led the way.
Ideal football weather anticipated for Chicago vs Ohio State clash as Field damp from Friday rain and sleet. Stagg plans ultra wide end runs and possibly an aerial barrage to attack.
Extraordinary interest is shown for the fifth show at Tomlinson Hall Monday night. Matchmaker Shine has prepared a six bout card totaling thirty eight rounds. Bantamweights featherweights and welterweights appear in prelims and semi windup before the feature bout Joe Packo Toledo versus Eddie Welsh South Bend in a ten round 166 pound bout.
Question and answer excerpt describes who may enter the field to provide first aid after an injury and notes penalties for sideline coaching. It lists acts considered unnecessary roughness such as tapping, tackling, and rough handling after the ball is dead.
Lexington Kentucky hosted a series of harness races with multiple stakes events. Thompson Dillon and Guy Trogan led the early heats while Transylvania and Cumberland stakes highlighted the program with purses around 30 000 and 32 000 dollars respectively.
Central Normal College from Danville Indiana defeated Oakland City 46 to 0 in Oakland City. Franklin and Carpenter starred for Central Normal with strong running while the defense shut down the hosts entirely.
The world series baseball playing board at Tomlinson Hall will start operating Sunday at 1 o clock with William Claver in charge. He has arranged to seat a large crowd as reproductions of the title games at the hall have pleased fans. The board will continue to be operated for the remainder of the series.
In a decisive game, Danville Central Normal dominated Oakland City with a 46 point margin. The matchup showcased strong defense and efficient scoring from the Danville squad throughout the contest.
At Urbana Illinois October 10 Pat Page coach of Butler College brought a team that upset Illini followers. Harold Grange has recovered from illness and plans another run at Butler while Loh Zuppke works the line. Progress against Butler will be measured.
In Los Angeles on Friday, Pete Sarmiento a Filipino fighter won by technical knockout over Patsy Flannigan in the seventh round as the referee halted the bout.
October 10 1925 Washingtons Griffith Stadium hosts the third World Series game between the Senators and Pirates amid cold conditions and postponed Friday rain. Ray Kremer faces Alex Ferguson in a planned right hander duel with Ossie Bluege ready for lineup return.
South Bend Ind Oct 10 Notre Dame coach Knute Rockne's Irish anticipated an easy victory over Beloit College in the final tune up before the Army game. Rockne planned no tricks as he focused all energy on preparing for the service clash.
New York reporters say Babe Ruth will undergo medical examination today to assess whether inflammation from an old leg injury requires surgery. Physicians in the city will determine the next steps in his treatment and comeback plan.
Logansport High School in Indiana desires to fill an open Oct 17 football date. Morocco canceled its game due to injuries and lack of material, so Logansport hopes to host a team from its section of the state.
Twenty three minor league players were drafted by the American and National leagues with the Phillies and Cardinals each taking three. Notable move includes pitcher Ernest Mann from the Indianapolis A A, a prior major league loan and dealing in 1925. The Pirates and Browns were not included in the allotment.
In Wheaton Illinois on October 16 Mayor Pittford proclaims October 24 a civic holiday to honor Harold Grange the town's foremost citizen. Residents are expected to attend the Illinois Michigan game at Urbana to see Grange perform and be celebrated.
Chicago dated Oct 10 United Press reports Chick Evans Jr and seven others face fraud charges over a scheme to net more than 100000 from Dixmoor Golf Club. The eight allegedly bought land for itself then sold it to the club at 120000, with directors voting and collecting interest on the real estate deal. Cr Upham, former club president, is among the defendants.
Dayton squad travels to Kokomo to challenge the American Legion team for the Indiana pro football crown. The defense and fast passing game are highlighted as key strengths. Fans in Indianapolis will drive to the park for the 3 o clock kickoff and World Series result announcements.
A final honors service is held in Lewisburg for Christy Mathewson's adopted son. The deceased, once a Bucknell athlete, died in Saranac after a recent illness. A simple funeral is planned at the Stoughton home before burial in Lewisburg.
Chicago notes the White Sox and Cubs clash was rained out in the third meeting of the city. The game ended in a tie with the Cubs securing the win in the suspension.
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