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Newspaper

La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1920

Page

8

Dempsey Sparring Camp Prep Nears Madison Square Garden Bout

Bill Brennan, Chicago heavyweight, bids to upset Jack Dempsey in the December 14 Madison Square Garden fight. Brennan trains at Thomas Farm near Providence and Billy Grups Massinw while sparring with Norfolks and Yoo Gans, aiming to surprise the sport world. Dempsey says he will have no sparring partners and focuses on his own strength, leaving no excuses for a misstep.

New York Bill Brennan Chicago Jack Dempsey Madison Square Garden Thomas Farm Providence Billy Grup Kich Norfolls Panama Yoo Gans Brennan Trennan Alvasis Norfolk Guns Brengan

Langford Knocks Out Herman in Seventh Round

Langford floors Herman in the seventh round and lands a knockout blow in Portland Oregon. The bout was reported with a garbled leadoff but confirms Langford's seventh round victory over Herman in Us round action.

Langford Herman Kayo Amaosford Nesta Asteria Ore Llernsia Tier Portland

Missouri Valley wrestling title parts crowned in Kansas City

Wrestlers from Washington University and other colleges competed for the Missouri Valley championship in Kansas City Missouri. Highlights included a heavyweight title decision with Rogers defeating Charley Peterson in straight falls and George Hill of Chicago also suffering a straight loss.

Kansas City Missouri Valley Washingtn University St. Tonis AleRonate Gardini Todi University of Iminers Windtosset Rogers Charley Tetersony

Buck Weaver Eyes Vaudeville Act to Tell Story on Stage

Buck Weaver plans a vaudeville solo act to deny charges and tell his side of the Cook County grand jury investigation. He spoke from a Chicago drug store job, saying he arranged with a Chicago booking agency for a solo show to prove his innocence in the 1919 World Series conspiracy claims. Weaver expects the act to draw curiosity crowds and believes friends still back him.

Buck Weaver Balptas Chicago George Bucks Weaver Plauvinz Chiexvo Burk Cook Sisters Sandeville Jim Scott White Sox Scott Cook County Grand Jury

Golfers Split Over Rules Bodies Say U S G A Head

NEW YORK The Tunel Sites Golf association issued a statement calling the Western Golf Association plan to take over governing duties as unforgivable. They argue golfers want unity and a single code of rules, and support sending a committee to England to align rules with the Royal and Ancient. The association also notes a constitutional amendment to increase Western representation on the governing committee will be voted at the January meeting.

New York Golf Assegiaion Western Golf Association United States WD. Vaterpoad Hady Als

Portland boy McCormick gains European boxing fame

The report notes Boy McCormick of Portland rising in popularity as Europe’s Leary weight champion is mentioned. Details on his upcoming fight or payment are unclear due to fragmented text.

Portland Boy McCormick Leary Europe Sks Ither- Bey

OLE RECOVERS TACOMA AND LEROI SHINE

Gleaned from scattered lines about boxing, Gle Alvierson the Pacific Coast fighter who fell short returns to form tipping over heavyweights again while Leroi shows gameness in a tough bout.

Tacoma Gle Alvierson Pacific Coast Leroi

Play-off Qualifies Four In Finals For World Billiards

The play-off of a four corner tie for third in the preliminaries of the world three cushion billiard championship will start Tuesday. Augie Keekhefer Alfred De Gry Pierris Maupome and Jobo Daly compete for finals berths while Bob Cannefax Johnny Layton Clarence Jackson also vie for spot. A complete round will be played.

Chicago, I Oday Augie Keekhefer Gmengzo Alfred de Gry New Yoork Pierris Maupome Milysuker Wis Jobo Daly New York Bob Cannefax Johnny Layton St. Louis Clarence Jackson Kansas, City Surevivors

Change in Philadelphia Sparks Football Talk

Mike Kelley accepts a new role affecting pulsom life and salary amid a tight match to win. Eckersall names Coltmeus as player of the year while crediting Stinchcomb's influence for securing the conference title for the Bucks.

Philadelphia Mike Kelley Noh Mike Neanant Eckersall Coltmeus Waller Ee Pete Linchcomly Stinchcomb Hinker Bucks

Castor Oil From Queensland Government Plans Boost

The Australian Government promotes cultivating the easter oil plant to boost state capacity to meet Commonwealth requirements. Queensland aims to export up to 4090 tons of castor oil yearly as demand rises for aviation and industrial uses. Queensland beans yield 46 to 42 percent oil, with prices from 297.20 to 3145.80 per ton. A Safety First Oil Can with a five foot spout aids workers, reducing wheel entanglement risks.

Queensland

Chicago bowlers lead in all divisions of play

In Chicago a bowling tournament resumes with over 175 entries listed as among the year's largest. Team races aim to finish tonight while singles and doubles conclude tomorrow night.

Gungers Tyleusue Lotus Mlyios Weidke Bollrude Velvo Sweets Hoerner Bante Ener Knulson Minkelstad Toggs Dobrunz Ritter Chicago Louis

Big Ten meeting in Chicago plans track and football schedules

Representatives from Big Ten colleges gather in Chicago to set indoor and outdoor track and field meet dates, football schedules, and other conference matters. Coaches, athletic directors, and faculty discuss coaching changes and player counts for grid contests, with attendees including James Paige and others from Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Iowa.

Chicago James Paige Minsnesoford FA. Pyre Wisconsin BR. W. Allgar Michigan Tlss Iowa

California Wins 6 168 Seats For Tilt With Ohio

California leagues report 6 168 seats for the New Year’s Day football classic with Ohio State at Tournament Park, Pasadena, Bears vs Buckeyes in the final card. Officials say public allotment may advance totals. private blocks reserved for tie ins and events.

Los Angeles Stile Dent Holy Aluroni Univer of California Tournament Park Tkrdona Bears Association Offisinks

Demetra Outreferee Halt Echoes at Haymarket Theater Fight

Patrons disrupted a boxing match at the Haymarket theater as the referee Bronpes halted the bout amid crowd uproar. Scenery, box and footlights were torn down while police restored order. The match featured Demetra and was marked by a loud protest over the halt. The world’s largest organ could be heard nearby as Liverpool police maintained calm.

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