Y M C A Plans Holiday Stunts for Muscatine Youths
The Muscatine YMCA announces a free holiday program open to all city youths. A two division athletic contest for ages 10 to 17 will award loveing cups donated by George Volger, with events spanning basketball, swimming, water polo, skating, and more.
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Juniors of the Y Enjoy the Dinner at Noon
The first monthly dinner of the junior department of the Y M C A was held today at the association building. Captain Ralph Gilbert led the winning team in a series of contests from the past month, guests of honor served by the lowers captained by Quarles Kemble, with Alfred Wilmering as chief cook. The meal featured thres salad veal loaf scalloped oysters mashed potatoes and plum pie.
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Association
Ralph Gilbert
Quarles Kemble
Alfred Wilmering
Y. M
SEEK ANNUAL GAME FOR CAPITAL CITY
Washington DC officials decry funding gaps for the army navy football game and plan to seek congressional aid and private subscriptions to build a memorial stadium in the capital for athletics and public events.
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Washington
Dac
War and Navy Departments
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Johnson Keeps World Title In Ten Round Bout
Jack Johnson, famed heavyweight champion, outpointed Jim Johnson in a ten round match held at Falig France Jobe. The bout was dull but Johnson led the fight from start to finish as spectators voiced their approval with boos and cheers. Johnson landed his right in the fifth round.
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France
Jobe
Jack Johnson
Jim Johnson
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Maaing
Wilton Dominates West Liberty in 50-16 Victory
Wilton overwhelmed West Liberty 50 to 16 as Frymoyer Nicolaus and Mockmore sparked the Jocals. Scoring recap shows Black Gibgon and Thurston contributing for the visitors, while Frymoyer Nicolaus and Mockmore led Wilton with multiple field goals and free throws. Referees were Clay Nichola and Guy Ringgenberg.
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Clay Nichola
Weat Liberty
Guy' Ringgenberg
Coombs Does Christmas Shopping in Philadelphia
Former Athletics pitcher John Wi Coombs was seen shopping downtown in Philadelphia on December 20 with catcher Ina Thomas and a pail of fans greeting him. He said handshakes fatigued him but each greeting lifted his spirits.
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Hia-Long Minesée
Ina Thomas
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Wal Ware
No Game Played As Teams Fail to Show Up
A school basketball schedule ends without a game after two teams fail to appear. Officials note no contest result and the event is recorded as a default.
Saving Advice Encourages Frugal Money Habits
A fragmented notice urges readers to spend less than they earn and start saving weekly or monthly. It stresses respect for those who manage money prudently and suggests opening a savings account, even with one dollar, beginning on a Saturday night.
Washington and Jackson Games Frustrated by Forfeit
McKinley and Frankin wellcome failed to show, causing no games with Washington and Jackson today. It remains unclear if any default wins will be awarded to the Washington and Jackson teams.
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McKinley
Frankinn Wellcome
Washington
Jackson
Washington and Jackson
Federal Magnates Meet at St Louis
In St Louis the magnates of the Federal Baseball League met to discuss campaign plans. President Gilmore aimed to announce two signed players and a list of new grounds. Reports said a Toronto substitution for Cleveland might be considered for future league expansion.
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Federal Baseball League
Gilmore
Toronto
Cleveland
Wolgast Loses To Charles White In Milwaukee Fight
Milwaukee December 20 Charley White defeated former lightweight champion Adolph Wolgast in ten rounds. White, the Chicago shadow, boxed cleverly and landed repeatedly while Wolgast fought bravely but could not overcome the faster, cleaner blows. White declared he would be a serious contender for the 133 pound title.
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Wis
Dee
Charley
White
Chicago
Adolph
Wolgast
Michigan
Tad
Currency Measure Sent To Conference
Senate votes 34 to 0 for currency reform. Congress negotiates over regional banks deposit guarantees mortgage terms and rediscount periods. President Wilson expected to sign after conference, aiming for enactment during Christmas break.
Banking Bill Divides Senate With Civil Service Clash
Debate over the banking and currency measure splits Republicans and Democrats led by opposition from Senators Shervin and Lewis. The plan would integrate federal reserve personnel, with civil service questions and potential charter changes looming for national banks amid warnings of political influence.
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Perkins
California
Weeks
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Jones
Washington
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Crawford
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Constipation Poison Fix Promise in Old Ad
An ancient ad touts Dr. King's New Life Pills as a cure for constipation and headaches, claiming the body is poisoned by waste. It promises relief for 5 cents at Druggists or by mail from E. Bucklin & Co., Philadelphia and St. Louis.
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E. Bucklin & Co
Fhila
St. Loula
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