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Newspaper

La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1921

Page

8

Senators Fight to Thrill as Three Homers Lift Mackmen

In a brisk lineup of 1920s style box scores, Washington wins 4-2 after three homers lift Mackmen. Yanks top Tigers 7-3 as Mays hurls for New York, Detroit’s Dattis resurges in the sixth. Philadelphia edges St Louis 4-3 behind timely hits from Walker, Tirkes, and Ver King. Boston defeats Chicago 10-1 with strong hitting and sturdy mound work from Bust.

Macks Growns Philadelphia St. Louis Chanine Dite Tirkes John Walker Verking Kolp Yanks Tigers New York New Yak Detroit Mays Bai Dattis Schang Pring Coarest Chill Ind Uss and Bassler Mays and Sching

West Avenue Invincibles blank Copeland Juniors 14 to 0

The West Arvane Inviccivles defeated the Copeland Juniors in an indoor baseball game at West arenas with a 14 to 0 score. Christopher pitched a stellar game, striking out 27, allowing one hit, while Schroeder for the Invincibles gave up nine hits and six strikeouts. Batteries Copland Lchroeder Kolbe Invincibles Christopher Kresmer.

West Arvane Inviccivles Copeland West Arenas Christopher Balletrack Schroeder Copland Lchroeder Kolbe Invincibles Kresmer

Age limit bars Jack Johnson from New York boxing

New York state boxing officials adopted a rule setting 35 years as the age limit for boxers seeking licenses. The change bars Jack Johnson, former heavyweight champion, who is described as a years old veteran of the sport.

New York Boxing For A Mission New York State Jack Johnson

Red beans and rice rule in New Orleans boxing lore

In New Orleans Pete Berman shines in a sportable tale of diet and dining. The text notes his preference for red beans and rice at meals and banquets, with peppers and favored foods shaping his routine as he trains. The fragment hints at a boxing figure named Herman and a long-standing routine.

Pete Berman New Orleans Herman

An Exception Tony Roeckel Emerges as Star at Last

Tony Roeckel, third baseman for the Boston Breves, started late with a used bat and later became a baseball star. He rarel y played before 19, sat as a substitute in a game, and a single moment with a friend changed his path. He rose from a late bloomer to a known player, proving born not made in the craft.

Tony Roeckel Boston Breves Tony FB

Not a Bust Turner Barker Proves Worth Investment

Turner Barker of the Chicacul Cubs defied early doubts after a $12 purchase four years ago. This season he faces both left and right handed pitching and has shown he was worth the expenditure, demonstrating his value beyond initial scrutiny.

Turner Barker Cubs Johnny Hyers Tarker

Old and Young Tropskroting at Grand American Handicap

Entries for the Grand American Handicap this fall feature two competitors with ages 70 years apart. James PL Porter of Chicago is 2. James J Banter is 12. Age seems irrelevant to ability to hold a gain on target.

James PL Porter Chicago James J

Australasians Lead In Davis Cup Semi Final at Allegheny

In Pittsburgh the Australasia team took a 3-1 lead in the Davis Cup semifinal after winning the doubles on the grass at Allegheny Country Club. The match featured strong serving and precise placements from both sides as Australia built momentum with solid net play and tactical shots. The British squad countered with sharp rallies and careful placement, but the Australians pulled away late in the fourth set to seize the set and edge toward victory.

Allegheny Country Club Pittsburg Australasia Coun Sher King Dunigments Todd Servier Wis Anderson Dan Orondsek Turnbull Deuce Woostam Tupbull Wes Woesnam Andersen

Moppy Hurls Here Sunday For Nelsons

The Nelson Clothing baseball team announces that Moppy Anderson, famed from local circles, will pitch Sunday against the Peerless Chains of Winona in the rubber game of the series. La Crosse fans will see him locally for the first time this season in what promises to be an entertaining exhibition.

Nelson Clothing Company Moppy Anderson Peerless Chains Winona Nelson la Crosse

Yankee yachts win 47th race at Cowes from British craft

America wins the fourth international yacht race at Cowes Isle of Wight defeating British entries by a close margin 17 to 16. Grebe and America lead early while British boats Jeda Sheila and Victoria suffer mishaps, Jean narrowly escapes sinking off Old Painful Castle as a small steamer rams.

America Cowes Isle Wight Jean

Big Alex Named Cubs Chief Flywheel

Grover Alexander anchors the Cubs as chief flywheel for the Nationals era. He stands as a central attraction in J. Evers' lineup, drawing attention to the team’s standing and performance. The article notes his mound duties and aims to win 30 games this season.

Grovydr Alexander Grover Alexander J. Evers Alex

How They Stand in Major Leagues Today

Scattered standings show Yankees leading the American with Boston and Philadelphia close behind while National League leaders include New York and St Louis. Upcoming games list Cleveland at Washington and Boston at St Louis with several other matchups across leagues.

Chitago Bastar BL. Louis Phildelphia Murch New York Cleveland Washington Boston Lalis Brooklyn York Or Delphia Cingnatt Awerean Association Milwaukee Toledo Kansas Columbis Minneapolis Thswille St. Paulas Indianaactis American League Los Pet New Torea Chaveland Aerrolt Louis Oslo Rartete Iecazo Leniue Los Be Pittsburgh New Lark Rus Korton ORG Frogkisin Cincinnai Phoadelz America Louisville Lo Pel Minneapolis Milwaukee St. Paulansan City Nad Indianapé Columbus Seeeseet

Year’s Best Gray Lac Dominates Windsor Handicap

Gray Lac of the Rancoms returns as the year’s top runner after eighth win, finishing four lengths ahead in the International Handicap at Windsor on July 40. Purse noted as 2, but field clashed with Man o’ War presence and Inqui i, leaving 1 winner by lengths.

Gray Lac Rancoms Uoke Windsor Gray Gadopan

Frisch's Triple Wins for Giants and Pirates Triumph

Frisch's RBI triple in the third drives the Giants past the Pirates 8 5 as Sandberg scores on the play. Philadelphia drop 6 1 to Boston, while Chicago loses 6 1 to Boston, Reds wallop Cincinnati 6 1. Brooklyn tops Cincinnati 8 1 as Rixey exits early.

Edgers Reds Noinnati Qalo Prookion Rixey Cincinnati Genny Mitchell Brooklyn

Peggy 15 Sinks On Second Day Event Pageant Of Progress

The speedboat Peggy 15 from Milwaukee sank during the second event off the Municipal pier at Racine as Chicago’s Pageant of Progress raced. The crew was saved. Results note Class 1/2 winners with El Selby leading Pekin and Moline competitors, and times around ten minutes.

Peggy SVR Ciaser Wittless Dogey 5 Fred Xchtam Milwaukee Wis Rernteton Chicago Degsy Tii Oro Anya Raetog Mies Ragtina

Johnny Wilson Faces Tough Test After Downey Scrap

The dethroved middleweight champion Johnny Wilson leaves Cleveland for a show with Downey. Critics note his weakness surfaced when touched and that his defense and aggression showed mixed with unsteady form.

Johnny Wilson Cleveland Bryan Downey Wilson

Greatness of Sutton Pondy and Browne on the courts

Mrs May Sutton Pondy and Mary Browne again show championship form, proving a return after years can be brilliant. Both players have changed since their last major matches, Browne now sturdier and Pondy more mature, yet their greatness appears undiminished on the lawn tennis courts.

May Sutton Pondy Mary KR. Browne Hey Bundy Smither Miss Browne

Ambition and Rising Star Pete Herman’s boxing ascent

Ambitious boxer Pete Herman trains seven months as he defeats champions and earns notable knockouts. He toppled Jimmy Wide and UK rival Wow Paterkin, and faced John Kilbane in featherweight contention. The piece muses on bold aims and hidden motives within the boxing world.

Pete Herman New Orleans Jimmy Wide Aisweight Quinn Jim Iggins Eneliah Bap Tami Tille Jor Yeh Wow Paterkin Sieks John Kilbane Muck

Periscope Looms in World Champion Trotting Stars Contest

Dean Snyder notes Periscope dominating the North Rundall Cleveland Grand Circuit race week with a $15,000 stake. The five year old mare, favored at 2 to 1, faces rivals Nedda and others as experts predict a historic trotting showdown in Cleveland and Toledo.

Periscope Dean Snyder North Rundall Yack Cleveland Tz Dedse Toleda Case

Campaign to pass migratory game protection bill

A broad plea urges readers to support federal action on a migratory game bird bill. It promotes fundraising through a one dollar annual license and outlines a distribution plan for the proceeds to refuges, bird care, and administration. The notice asks readers to contact their representatives and the American Game Protective Association for details and copies of the bill.

Nmollam American Game Bulletin Senate Fara House House of Telephony Congress Evasy Maner Arcgssts Cass Sil American Game Protective Association Woolwart New York City Washington Redax

Spain Madrie Movie Seating Order Sparks Ban

A new office order segregates the sexes at all theaters, forcing couples to sit apart. The rule prohibits sitting together when attending films, affecting outing plans for men and women who visit cinemas in the area.

Spain Madrie

Multiple sports results from scattered amateur events

In Columbus Charles Davis defeats May Akron in a national horseshoe title bid with eight of eleven ringers. Milwaukee’s Cathey Mitchell knocks Neal Allison in a ten round boxing tilt halted by the referee. Sailor Freedman of Chicago narrowly edges Joe Walling in a ten round lightweight bout. Mike Gibbons of St Paul defeats Gus Platts in ten rounds in Boston. Clarence Sanders and Myren Hutchinson of St Paul reach the singles finals in an interstate tennis tournament in Sioux City. Walter Mover of Tahiti shines in early rounds of the national amateur golf event.

Columbus Ohio Charles Davis George, May Akron Nationa LMT Ming Cathey Mitchell Milwaukee Techmiea Neal Allison Duluth Aurora Sailor Freedman Chicago Joe Walling Tostos Taihiti National Association of Amateur Ours+ wen

Hopeful Tryster Eyes Derby Comeback

Hope Tryster aimed to win the Ken nckys Derby last May and heater. James Rows keeps faith that the horse can rebound and shine again. Tryster and Prodery, the favored If, FP, have been trained since their Derby and Preakness slips. Rowe believes Aris pair of nags Mey and Aris may still justify the faith.

Tryster Miy James Prodery Rowe Aris

Benny Gr Throws Curious Curve in Boxing Bout

The fragment suggests a bout involving Eeony Leonard and Lew Tendler with mixed notes on strategy and venue. It mentions Catskill and New York locations, Coney Island, and Graybe Benny, plus talk of focus, seriousness, and unfamiliar tactics in a boxing match setting.

Eeony Leonard Lew Tendler Aun Cher Catskill New York

Tag-Harts Travel to Mindoro for Sunday Baseball Match

The Tag-Harts baseball team journeys to Mindoro Sunday to face an unnamed aggregation. Both teams have been playing well and the game is expected to be interesting with likely competitive action.

Tag-Hart Mindoro

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