Packey McFarland Beats Britton in City Bout at Madison Square Garden
In New York on March 8 Packey McFarland outpointed Jack Britton in ten rounds at Madison Square Garden. Critics gave McFarland clear edge in eight rounds, Britton’s slips keeping him from a knockout. McFarland’s manager announced plans to sail for a bout with Willie Ritchie.
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Veach Emerges as Detroit Tigers Training Standout
Bobbie Veach veteran outfielder for the Detroit Tigers has shone in Gulfport Mississippi workouts. His hard hitting and standout play mark him as a top training prospect after a year with Detroit and prior Peoria experience.
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Lunatic Escapes to See the Prison
Milwaukee authorities detained William Zastrow an escaped inmate from the Milwaukee insane asylum. He fled Waupun prison earlier this week and traveled to Milwaukee likely intent on visiting the penitentiary where he was sentenced for the attempted murder of Patrolman William Maasa in 1913.
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Moha to Meet McCoorty in Elite Rink Showdown
Milwaukee match ends dispute as Wild Bob Moha faces Eddie McCoorty at Elite rink on March 17. Ten rounds, 180 pounds, 3 p.m. fight date confirmed after weight and appearance forfeits posted by South Side Athletic Club.
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Randall Signs Brewers Pact in Milwaukee 1913
Newt Randall veteran Brewers outfielder arrived in Milwaukee and announced he had signed the papers for 1913 after a brief conference with team officials.
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Wis
Newt Randall
Brewers
Powers That Be
Farm blaze claims two boys in Hinckley tragedy
In Hinckley Minnesota on Thursday evening the farm home of Michael Burbahn burned killing his sons aged 9 and 19. The mother, injured while attempting to rescue six children, led others to safety but may not recover from her burns. The two youths were trapped in bedrooms as flames engulfed the house.
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Soaking Sapleigh Clever Banter Sparks Interest
A witty exchange features Sapleigh praised as clever with brains for two, and Miss Keen suggests she would be the ideal marriage match.
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Sapleigh
Valier Wins Intermediate Billiard Tourney at YMCA
Ronald Valier defeated Ray Huebner 185 to 55 to win the class B intermediate billiard tourney at the YMCA yesterday afternoon. Huebner, a scratchman in the event, could not overcome Valier’s large handicap.
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Ray Huebner
Huebner
Valier
Wimbledoms and Gimbles Sparkling Quip Exchange
The Life magazine excerpt features playful banter about spouses with the line Isnt Gumbles light hair ed wife pretty extravagant. He replies He calls her his blended indebtedness. The tone is light and humorous.
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Gumble
Gimble
Unkindest Cut of All
A humorous Victorian style quip notes Billy’s father cuts him both literally and financially. The joke hinges on the boy’s anger at being cut from his allowance, amplifying the family irony.
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Records Smashed at A. A. A. Meet in New York
Abel R. Kiviat of the Irish American Athletic Club won both the 600 and 1000 yard runs at Madison Square Garden as Patrick J. McDonald set a new world record in the 24 pound shot put with 30 feet 3 3/4 inches. Kiviat also set a new American record in the 1000 yard run at 2 minutes 45 4/5 seconds while Ted Meredith finished just behind in the 600 yards. Hannes Kolehmainen quit the two mile race after eleven laps.
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Hannes Kolehmainen
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Ted Meredith
Halpin
Boston
Kolehmainen
Highlanders vs Arthur Irwins Subs first practice game lineup
Hamilton Bermuda March lineups announced for Highlanders and Arthurs Irwins Subs in training camp. Charlottesville Virginia March 8 cold wind and snow shortened Griffiths Climbers morning workout and threatened afternoon game against University of Virginia regulars.
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Arthur’ Irwin
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University of Virginia
McGraw Promotes Jim Thorpe to First Team
Marlin Texas reports Johnny McGraw showed strong faith in Jim Thorpe by moving the Indian star back to the first team during today’s lineup changes.
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Texas
Johnny McGraw
Jim Thorpe
Stovall Poised to Oust Browns Staff After Scrubs Game
In Waco Texas on March 8 it was reported that after St. Louis Browns regulars played the scrubs, Manager Stovall was expected to dismiss several aides either tonight or Monday, signaling a major shakeup.
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Columbus to Host Colts in Season Opener Practice
Columbus Ohio March 8 The regular team for manager Huggins to face the Colts in the first practice game of the season will be formed from members of last year’s St Louis Cardinal club.
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Pirates Set for Hot Springs Trip From St Louis
The Pirates advance guard now at West Baden will meet the rest of the squad in St Louis Sunday and then depart for Hot Springs on an Iron Mountain special train.
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Hot Springs
Young Pitchers Train as Joe Wood Fires Up Spring
In Hot Springs Arkansas on March 8 Manager Stahl focused on a large group of young pitchers while Joe Wood pitched at top speed in spring training workouts.
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Ark
Joe Wood
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First Triple Play Noted in Naps Training game
In Pensacola on March 8 the regulars won 5 to 1 over the Mannigans in the first Naps training game. The Mannigans claim to have pulled off the season's first triple play.
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Cubs Rally Stalls In Tight Exhibition Tie
President Murphy expressed quiet satisfaction with Cubs progress as the regulars and Mannigans played five innings to a 1 to 1 tie in a hair raising exhibition yesterday afternoon in Tampa Florida.
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March
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Tigers to field strongest lineup against Reds in Mobile
Gulfport Mississippi March 3 194? Manager Jennings of the Tigers plans to use the strongest team available this afternoon as Detroit meets Cincinnati in the first of a two game series at Mobile. The Detroit squad departed Gulfport at 10 30 this morning.
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Buck Weaver Drives White Sox Past Seals in Frisco
In San Francisco on March 8 local fans watched Buck Weaver, a former Frisco native, drive in the run that gave the Chicago White Sox a 5 4 victory over the Seals yesterday.
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Wrestler John Ihle Paralyzed After College Match
Minneapolis March 8 John Ihle 23 a junior at Minnesota Agricultural College is paralyzed from the neck down and in St Barnabas hospital today following injuries received last night in an amateur wrestling bout.
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Minneapolis
John Ihle
Minnesota Agricultural College
St. Barnabas Hospital
Be Sure You Are Right Quote on Employment Choices
A quotation by A. C. Bartlett warns against changing jobs or businesses unless one is certain the move is a mistake. It stresses avoiding gambles and ensuring conviction before career shifts.
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A. C. Bartlett
Wisconsin Golf Team to Play in Chicago Tourney
The University of Wisconsin golf team will participate in the Western Intercollegiate Golf Tournament in Chicago during Easter vacation. The squad expects a strong showing due to a number of classy golfers.
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Madison
Wis
University of Wisconsin
Chicago
Clarence Hamilton Wins Northwestern Roller Title
Clarence Hamilton world champion professional roller skater defeated Frank Bryant of Duluth Minnesota the northwestern champion in a one sided elimination race.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Clarence Hamilton
Frank Bryant
Duluth
Beaten Path Questioned as Poor Place to Try
A terse editorial fragment questions the wisdom of using the beaten path for an evident challenge. It hints at caution about relying on familiar routes when attempting difficult tasks.
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