Boxing graft probe rocks Chicago legislature
An investigative body appointed by the Legislature convenes in Chicago to probe alleged graft in boxing and wrestling commissions. Chair Righeimer says Rep Walter Gallas pushed the inquiry. accusations include gambling links and improprieties within boxing circles. Local figures deny accusations while defending integrity of promoters and officials.
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Carlands Edge Troop In Pitching Duel Victory
In a Tuesday night clash at Cerilown grounds Carlands edged Troop B4Te3 in a pitching duel. Braykovich and Smith battled on the mound with Braykovich holding the line for the win. Richiard starred for the Ganlands driving in runs as Dahlberg contributed for the soldiers. The report also notes Yale's Six-Year rowing supremacy at stake in New London on June, with Harvard favored after recent results against Princeton and Massachusetts Tech.
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Our English Guests By Fez Murray At Worcester Open
Fez Murray previews an international golf event at Worcester Massachusetts on June 3 4 highlighting players Ted Ray Abe Mitchell and the strong British team. Ray known for a 400 yard drive and his 1912 British Open win faces a long career while Mitchell a top driver eyes a first Open title with strong US form.
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Boxing graft inquiry shadows TiAnia boxing law
Ed Fritz reports a year old boxing law faces graft charges and a wide inquiry from Chicago claims 10 percent graft in receipts. Promoter Mutten calls it hash and hints a politician seeks control. Cavelli, bantamweight, wins two fights in succession at Akron and Toledo amid controversial chatter. Tennis stars Tilden and Raymond deny tension over a match postponement at St Cloud. London bout sees Barber KOed as Melder and Alf deliver base hits in a high scoring day.
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Cen Presbyterians Beat Mahoning In Church League Exhibition
The Central Presbyterian team defeated Mahoning M. team 15 to 6 in an exhibition at Mahoningtown field Tuesday night. Funkhouser pitched for the winners allowing four scattered hits while Culbertson held the Presbyterians to sixteen safe hits. Players including J Melcher Shoats Wilson and Barber contributed for Central.
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Central Christians Triumph Over Methodists in Church League
Central Christians with Martin in fine form defeated the First Methodist team 5 to 1 at Lehigh Field. The Christians retained the lead as Baker and Wughes contributed seven hits, and Porter highlighted the game with two doubles. Hoberts and Wughes provided timely hitting as the team scored five runs in the sixth inning to seal the win.
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Pontiac Six De Luxe Sedan Priced At 975 In Ad Copy
An ad touts the Fisher crafted Pontiac Six De Luxe Sedan with Peter Pan Blue color, natural wood wheels, high nickel radiator, and walnut trim. It highlights power, speed, economy, and low price of 975 dollars, with period design details and luxurious upholstery. Nearby text covers a baseball box score and a Studebaker Cubs midgets double bill, plus a stray line on nerves and sensibility.
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Mistakes Acid For Cider, Drinks It, And Dies
A reader accidentally drinks lye confusion leads to fatal poisoning. Local reports detail the incident and investigators note the error in identification of the acidic liquid. Authorities urge caution with household chemicals and emphasize proper labeling to prevent similar tragedies.
Local Teams Score Monday Baseball And Track Results
A sequence of scattered scores from Monday games at various grounds. The Boro A U beat the first Methodist team 4 1 in two fast games. Triangle Midgets beat Central Christian 2 2. Blue Aves over Hoo Doo Nine 19 to 6 at Cascade Park. Keystone A C defeats Pulaski N A 4 3. Whipper Midgets top Atlantic Refining Midgets 14 to 8. Mahar and J Sheldon excel in a home defeat. plus several other scattered results and contact numbers for game calls.
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