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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1923
Page
17
Montana bat tle over the Dempsey Gibbons heavyweight bout explodes into factional split as lawyers warn the contract may be illegal and Dempsey could lose the title if he leaves the state. Promoters, Stevenson, and Kearns clash as July 2 payment looms and possible substitutes loom.
International News Service reports heavyweight champion Joe Beckett may lack a knockout punch but his sharp dress sense makes a striking impression. Beckett’s brown lounge suit brown hat and brown shoes with a blue tie and striped shirt contrast his tanned face, while his handkerchief supplies the one bold note. The piece notes Georges Carpentier’s style as a sharper dresser but suggests Beckett could outdo him in the ring with flair rather than force.
June 30 in Pittsburgh marks Babe Adams Day. Fans expect a jammed Forbes Field as the celebrated Pirates pitcher, a local idol, is slated to start against Cincinnati. Ceremonies include gifts from coast to coast and a presentation by NL president John A Hudler.
On Korea's west and southwest shores the tide is described as rising and falling between 26 and 38 feet, indicating extreme tidal ranges observed along these coastal areas.
In a tense twelve round bantamweight fight, Tremaine and Pugh exchange heavy jabs and body shots. Tremaine sustains a swelling eye and both fighters trade blows to the end, with a split in rounds but Tremaine declared the winner.
The text presents two contract clauses cited by Jack Kearns in his bid to enforce a guaranteed payment from promoters for Jack Dempsey before a July 4 bout with Tom Gibbons. One clause states that if Shelby Athletic Club cannot meet payments, money already paid by the club to Dempsey becomes his property as liquidated damages. The other clause provides that if Dempsey fails to appear, he must forfeit 50,000 dollars in liquidated damages and return all money advanced by the Shelby club.
Sharon Country Club golfers defeated Poland, placing Sharon ahead 11 to 2 in yesterday’s match. Led by H. Hadley, F. Farrelly, G. Allen, W. McDowell, S. Dovis, R. R. Down, and Dr. Carl Mebler, the squad posted top scores. Mrs. Sam Phillips set a new women’s course record with 106. The Shenango Valley Lannis tournament opens tomorrow with nearly 100 players in singles and doubles.
George Bechtel, athletic director for Carnegie Steel Company grounds, organizes a summer schedule for baseball and volleyball leagues. Teams include Pirates Yankees Giants Indiana in baseball and Reds Hives White Greens in volleyball. Games run July through August at B and O grounds with specific match days and reporting requirements.
Charles McVay aged 24 of 86 Monroe Street died at Buhb Hospital from injuries at Sharpsville boiler works where a 120 gallon air pressure tank exploded during testing. The head of the tank blew out striking McVay. several nearby workers were unharmed. He never regained consciousness.
GROVE CITY June 20 The Red Caps defeated the Gray Caps 72 to 11 at Walmo grounds. Veach excelled on the mound allowing four hits as Hamilton, Preston, Harvie and others contributed. the Red Caps connected for multiple singles. Cal C Smathers announces departure July 24 from Grove City to Mt Gretna for summer drills with the 212th regiment of the National Guard.
Wampum Sluggers defeated Chewton Roughnecks 17 to 14 at Chewton Ground on Thursday afternoon. Porter allowed 1 safety but settled in as pinches came, while Dombeck and Guy fared well for Chewton. Ippolite powered the Sluggers with a homer, lifting the team to the victory amid rough play and strong offense.
Taylor University students Edith Collins Ivel Guiler Ray mond Buckmaster and Mr and Mrs Jennings will take part in a program at Coal Town Methodist church services will be held at 1 30 Rev H R Maitland pastor will give a message and special music will feature the program.
Martin a well known farmer from Volant in Washington township was in the city Friday and announced he will be a candidate for the Republican nomination for commissioner at the primaries. He has long been active in county affairs and is regarded as an exceptionally strong candidate in dairy circles.
An OCR fragment lists claims of scientific and approved methods for treating acute and chronic conditions in men. It references blood, skin, bladder catarrh, prostatic annoyance, kidney and nervous diseases, implying a broad medical cure or regimen. The items resemble ad copy from a historical medical product.
A damaged health ad promotes awareness of constipation and its risks. It warns the condition can poison the blood, cause neural and digestive issues, and lead to diseases unless treated. It urges a daily movement and claims long term neglect harms the body and brain.
In a close game West Side Indies narrowly defeated the Waltons. Key moments included five hits by Walton A. and strong defense in the middle infield. Pitcher Gulpaugh and Mesetall starred with two sacks each and stealing bases by Ward and Aliman highlighted the narrow scoring by innings.
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