Purdue Poised for Midway clash with Chicago at home
Purdue fans expect a home victory over Chicago in the Ross–Ade stadium showdown. Alex Yanovich is out with an injury, and Welch moves to full back with Kissell at halfback as Phelan reshapes the backfield while Wisconsin Iowa Indiana and Minnesota loom as Big Ten challenges.
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Carnegie report on university athletics faces public unveiling
A lengthy study funded by the Carnegie Foundation surveys American college athletics over three years across 130 schools. It discusses coaching practices, subsidies, proselytizing, and the balance between professional and undergraduate direction, noting both commendable and troubling aspects.
Butler Passes Hard for N Y U
New York University begins preparations for Saturday's game against Butler with a three hour drill. The squad struggled with Butler's air attack in Tuesday's practice but improved, especially backs Myers and Marshall, according to coach Meehan.
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No Wins No Shaves Hoosier Frat Bet
The Indiana University football team insiders vow not to shave until Indiana wins a game. Hoosier players trained under Pat Page as they prepare for a clash with Ohio State, with cautious optimism that weather could influence the outcome.
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Risko Knocks Out Maloney in Second Round Fight
Johnny Risko the Cleveland heavyweight floored Jim Maloney of Boston six times before Referee Kid McPartland stopped the ten round bout in the second round on Tuesday in Cleveland.
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Yale coaches undecided after shortened practice run
In New Haven on October 23 rain shortened Yale's half hour practice to ten minutes. Coach Stevens used several second string players and has not named his starting lineup for the Army game this Saturday.
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Runt Draws Big Net Salary in Pro Basketball
Davey Banks, 5 foot 4 inch star of the Original Celtics, begins his fourth pro season in New York. Born in the Ghetto, Banks is hailed as a top player despite his height and has turned down offers from other clubs to stay with his team.
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Boilermakers Mull Yanevich Return for Chicago Game
In Lafayette Indiana on October 23 the Purdue Boilermakers practiced in the mud while oilskins kept them dry. Rumors say Alex Yanevich is not as sick as reported and may play against Chicago Saturday.
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Light Heavy Title Questioned by Rosenbloom in NYC
Maxie Rosenbloom of New York filed a formal claim with the New York athletic commission to the light heavyweight title vacated by Tommy Loughran. The commission refused to recognize him, though Rosenbloom is the leading claimant after defeating Joe Sekura, Jimmy Slattery, Leo Lomski, Tiger Payne, Phil Kaplan, Dave Shade, and George Courtney. He said he would meet Loughran at a weight and was told the plan would need commission approval.
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Illini move Gaga Mills to quarterback in practice
In Champaign Illinois on October 23 Gaga Mills was shifted to quarterback during Illinois football practice after Frosty Peters suffered injuries against Iowa. The Illini conducted an intensive rain soaked scrimmage and demonstrated Michigan plays with the freshman squad.
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Rose Shaded by Kerwin in Close Scrap
George Kerwin of Chicago edged Billy Rose of Cincinnati by a narrow margin in a ten round slugfest at the Armory Tuesday night. The return bout featured constant action with Kerwin gaining a slight points lead and a televised ninth round flurry that thrilled the crowd.
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Erie
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Barbuti Seeks Reinstatement From Amateur Union
Olympic 400 meter champion Ray Barbuti appeared before the A A U registration committee in a closed session to appeal for reinstatement. He was suspended February 28 for statements that could bring the Amateur Athletic Union and amateur athletics into disrepute. A decision was expected at the next committee meeting. Barbuti said he would compete indoors if reinstated.
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NYU and Georgia Clash Over Negro Quarterback Myers
NYU officials reject any color line and say Negro quarterback Dave Myers may play Georgia on Nov. 9 if no contract bars his participation. Georgia may cancel the game if Myers is benched. Meehan hints a gentlemen’s agreement exists. Myers says he will not protest even if barred. his mother fears injury.
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Minnesota cancels scrimmages after Northwestern showing
Minnesota coach Spears cancels further scrimmages for the week to prevent injuries. Arthur Pharmer led the team from left half back after a standout performance against Northwestern during Tuesday practice.
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Arthur Pharmer
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Thrilling In city Friday Set as Shortridge Meets Washington
Shortridge and Washington prepare for a big intra city showdown at Shortridge field on Friday afternoon. Washington aims to extend a 6 1 record while Shortridge coach Goldsberry pushes his squad hard for the pivotal contest. Local prep slate also sends Marion to Tech at the East Side field and Broad Ripple to Frankfort with other teams traveling for weekend games.
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City H S Week Schedule Promises Wide Prep slate
This week at City H S the Friday card features Washington versus Shortridge at Shortridge and Marion meeting Tech at Techfield. Broad Ripple travels to Frankfort. Saturday brings Park School at Westfield and Crispus Attacks at Centre in Louisville. Manual and Cathedral not scheduled this week.
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Bowling League Scores Across Multiple Circuits and Highs
Joe O'Brien led the Indiana league with 617 across three games 184 223 210 while Pred Myers had a 234 single game. The Hayes Body team swept three in Commercial League action. Bob Haarsma posted 621 for high series and Sahm 600. McKinnon topped women with 32 pin total in nonleague play. Shell Gas girls led with 2836 a series.
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Netters Open Drills as Kirshbaum Prepares for Season
Kirshbaum Netters begin practice with a lineup featuring Stein, Harry, Leon Kempler, Madorsky, Simpson, Frack, Klapper and Schenker. Last year they defeated East Tenth Street Deaks Pennsy Louisville Y M H A Woodsides and other strong teams. Coaches seek fast state and local opponents by writing Basketball Manager at Kirshbaum center. Penn Works Indoors as Rain Forces Change. Raffel or Tanseser may replace Gervin against Lehigh after indoor session.
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Did You Know That in 1920 Clonel Huston sought a Pacific Coast League player
Clonel Huston told a scout in 1920 he wanted a certain player for the Vernon franchise and urged the scout to bring him back even if it required buying the team. The player named was Bob Meusel. Jack Coombs and Eddie Plank coached Bob Shawkey early in his career. A boxer’s claimed soft touch hints at a stoppage. Willie Davies of Charleroi Pa may become the next flyweight champion per New York writers.
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State cue match pits Murphy against Carter tonight at Coolers
Joe Murphy and Charles Carter meet in a state three cushion tourney match at Coolers barroom tonight. It is the third match of the new season. Walter Ramsey defeated Frank Hornbrook 50 to 45 Tuesday night in seventy six innings with Ramsey's high run six and Hornbrook's five.
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Two Iowa Stars Face Ineligibility
Iowa City Oct 23 Iowa university football players Oran Pape and John Fihrman faced possible disqualification after denying professional play in October 1926 with the Dubuque Bears under assumed names. Their eligibility status was taken under advisement following their appearance before the committee.
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Rockne Directs Notre Dame Practice After Illness
Coach Knute Rockne directed Notre Dame duty in the gym after illness kept players indoors. Rockne praised the team's blocking on passes and kicks despite poor weather that prevented outdoor drills.
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Phila Catcher Lerian Died in Traffic Accident
Walter Lerian catcher for the Philadelphia National League club will be buried in Baltimore with a requiem mass at St. Martin's Catholic church. Philadelphia teammates will attend. He died after being crushed by a motor truck in a traffic accident. Inquest ordered for both drivers today. He is the second Phillies player to die here in the past year after Frank Ulrich.
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Colgate Faces Providence Caution Before Columbia Test
Hamilton New York October 23 Fearing a surprise defeat by Providence Coach Andy Kerr warned Colgate players against overconfidence after three tough intersectional games as they head to the Columbia game on November 9.
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Dempsey Plans Lightweight Show to Challenge Mandell
promoter Jack Dempsey aims to stage several title fights on October 30 to boost Mandell's challengers. Headlining will be Canzoneri and Loayza with other bouts pairing Wolfe vs Kaplan and Herrera vs Terris while Dempsey bets on more upsets and a full Coliseum crowd.
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Golf Match Postponed for Marott Trophy in Indianapolis
The Columbia Club and Indianapolis Athletic Club golf match for the George Marott trophy at Country Club links was postponed to next Wednesday due to rain snow and wintry blasts. The tournament banquet was likewise rescheduled.
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Northwestern Illinois game sells out in Evanston
Evanston officials announced all seats are sold for the November 2 game. Fifty thousand pasteboards have been mailed.
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