Ben Franklin Team Faces New Wilmington Friday
After a week’s lay off the Ben Franklin junior high football team resumes play Friday at 4 pm against New Wilmington reserves on the junior high gridiron. Ben Franklin expects a close game following a 19 to 6 win earlier this season and will start a strong lineup led by Sillman at QB and Melcher at fullback.
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New Wilmington High
College Town
McCombs
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Fernati
Genock
Toth
Sherer
Huffner
Howley
Marcella
Sillman
Mancine
Bruce
Bill Melcher
Wilmington
Lawther
Forseti Captures Newmarket Cesarewitch Stakes
Forseti a French bred gelding owned by American sportsman A. K. Macomber won the Cesarewitch at Newmarket England over 2 1 2 miles carrying 1000 pounds. Motley finished second by a neck ahead of Confirmation. odds were 20 to 1 for the winner, 40 to 1 for Motley, and 28 to 1 for Confirmation.
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Negofel
A. K. Macomber
France
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Motley
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Confirmation
Loss of Smith a heavy blow to Allegheny team
Meadville Pa October 15 The loss of Mooney Smith fullback understudy to Art Dahl on the Allegheny College football team due to a broken leg from Monday night scrimmage causes coaches to seek a high class replacement. Most Allegheny backs are light and unsuited to battering tactics forcing consideration of a lineman to take the fullback job. Coach Davies may call up a lineman to fill the role.
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Art Dahl
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Dahl
Davies
C. E. Hammett
St. Bonaventure
Colgate
Tyron
Steve O Boy Wins Cranwood Money in Pace Events
In Cleveland on October 15 Steve O Boy won two heats and a first place in the 2:15 pace at Cranwood. Miss Alice Paul, a long shot gray mare, upset him in heat two with a $100.80 payoff on $2 tickets. Helen Direct won the 2:21 pace, while Burrowlite took the 2:16 trot, defeating George E. Azoff and Marion Guy.
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Steve O’boy
Cranwood
Steve
Alice Paul
Hump Morrison
Helen Direct
Burrowlite
George E. Azoff
Marion Guy
Scratch Cause Of Gridder's Death
Johnstown news reports the first football fatality of the season in the region. Wilmer W. Applebaum, 20, of Roaring Spring Bedford County, died from blood poisoning two days after a minor scratch during a game last week. He had played for Roaring Springs high school for two seasons.
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Applebaum
Morrow Prepares Presidents for Tech Saturday Clash
Washington Pennsylvanian report notes key Wash.-Jeff players like Kopf Basista Niehaus Harmon y Hadden Futhey missing against Carnegie Tech. Amos returns at full back and Spud Johnston may start. Final practice set for Friday with emphasis on kicking game and interference as both squads ready for 2:30 p.m. kickoff.
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Carnegie Tech
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Fanny” Niehaus
Hunk” Harmony
al Hadden
Jim Futhey
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Spillers
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Carlin
Reese
Spud” Johnston
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Bliss
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Freshies
Altrock Mud Scene Sparks World Series Gag Idea
In Pittsburgh on Oct 15 International News Service notes fans enjoyed Nick Altrock’s muddy dive and suggests a staged ice pick gag at home plate for repeat laughs. It adds that the Altrock Schacht rowing scene amused Judge Landis, who reportedly relished the moment.
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Pittsburgh
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Altrock- Schacht
Landis
Judge Delays Game, Considers Out of Town Customers
The judge waited a half hour before calling the game off and noted out of town customers were likely thinking of him. The remark suggests his decision balanced crowd impact and fairness for visiting fans.
Johnson Named Washington Pitcher in Quiet Day
Johnson was announced as the Washington pitcher but didn't warm up. Oldham Morrison and others followed the same pattern showing it wasn’t that kind of day. A rumor suggests Stuffy McInnis may be named manager of the Pirates.
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Pirates
Series honors split among Pie Traynor and rivals
General consensus names Pie Traynor as the standout in the series with Godse Goslin Sam Ricé and Max Carey also favored. The Senators and Pirates players appear among the top choices reflecting broad support for multiple stars.
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Sam Ricé
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Senators
Max Carey
Pirates
Senators Weakened as Reinforcements Lacked for Next Season
The article notes concerns that the Senators may not repeat as champions in the American League without new signings. After two strong seasons, several players now face aging and uncertainty about next year’s roster.
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Senators
Rockne Predicts Army Victory Over Notre Dame
Notre Dame coach Knute Rockne says the Army eleven will defeat Notre Dame in New York next Saturday. He adds the defeat will benefit his team by exposing them to a strong opponent and more experience, noting Army has the best team since the war.
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Knute Rockne
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New York
Rockne
Colored Stars Seek Saturday Grid Game
The Colored Star Juniors invite a 16 to 19 year old football team for a county game on Saturday October 17. They have practiced three weeks and are in prime condition to start their season. Call 4607 after 6 o clock and ask for Norman.
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Norman
Ruth and Babe Home Runs Define Season Trends
The piece argues Ruth dominates the home run scene, with Ruthian homers defining the season while others post 24 to 32 long balls. Hornsby leads with 39, Meusel 32, Williams and Ruth tied at 25 as other sluggers fail to match Ruth’s fame.
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Hornsby
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Ruth
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Williams
Johnny Dundee Escapes Punishment for Boxing Clash
New York officials say the boxing commission will take no action against Johnny Dundee for failing to box Babe Herman at the Polo Grounds. Dundee claimed illness influenza after a cold spread from a 15 percent purse dispute. Promoter Jimmy Johnston avoided complaints as a substitute was found and weather affected the show.
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Babe Herman
Polo Grounds
Dundee
Jimmy Johnston
Farley
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Johnston
Dundea
Even Money on Today's Contest at Pittsburgh
Betting runs strong in Washington vs Pittsburgh as fans back either side at even money. Weather held up yesterday for Walter Johnson and the Senators, while Aldridge earns respect from Pirates and Senators backers alike amid rest day rumors.
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Washington
Walter Johnson
Hurler
Hooper Seeks Release and Managerial Post in 1926
Harry Hooper star outfielder of the Chicago White Sox said he asked for unconditional release and planned to seek a managerial job before the 1926 season. Hooper, 17-year major league veteran, joined the White Sox in 1921 after Boston trade, part of a famed Red Sox outfield trio. He will join a 10 day barnstorming tour with White Sox teammates in the West.
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Harry Hooper
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White Sox
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Tris Speaker
Stuffy Lewis
Red Sox
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West
Bethany Set for Hard Foe Against Westminster
Westminster faces Bethany in a looming showdown after Bethany routed Buffalo and demonstrated a powerful backfield. The Thiel Bethany game last week showed a heavy line and fast backs with a wide playbook. If the cog is back in place for Saturday Westminster's Home-Coming crowd may see a tougher test.
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Buffalo
Yale Penn Clash Marked First in 32 Years
The Yale Bowl hosts a gridiron showdown on October 17 as Yale meets the University of Pennsylvania, the first such meeting in 32 years, signaling a major late fall clash between the two historic programs.
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