Controversy Over Amateur Status in Early Athletics Report
The piece discusses tension around amateurism in track and field, citing Ray Barbutt from Syracuse University and others who alleged athletes received money for races. It notes suspensions by the AAU, Paddock’s remarks, and related comments from sports figures of the era.
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New York
Romer
Hermany
Ted Meredith
Wacs
Ray Barbutt
Syracuse University
Young Barbutt
A.A. U
Flood Threat Near Macoine Circle Levee Breach Stirs Memphis
April 19 report from Memphis describes 490 men and volunteers reinforcing a levee ten miles north of Macoine Circle Arkansas. Army units from Helena, Memphis engineers, sandbags and lumber battled rising flood waters threatening breach. Theft incident near Lidertstown involves a $10 note and a pistol. investigation by Sheriff Rodexce follows.
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Memphis
Tenn
Macoine Circle
Arkansas
Helena
Fei Tor
Alef
Oscar Coy
Lidertstown
Joy
Cairn Hammond
Hammond
Tretel
Ofice of Shers& William
Rodexce
Fricay
Curtiss Predicts Airplane Inspired Auto Advancements
Pioneer builder Curtiss argues the automobile will evolve by adopting aircraft-inspired design, emphasizing lighter materials, streamlined forms, and efficient cooling. He cites roadster inspiration, higher speeds, and improved safety as benefits, while noting airplanes and cars serve different roles.
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NEA
Servec
Bbami
Fla
Attiss
Pioneerbuilder
Os Miduve Enginapmrsts
Elinax
Corts
Curtiss
Speews
Unclear text on Secretary Fielden and treasury status
Fragmentary report mentions Secretary Fielden and treasury uncertain status. References to Earth stocks, Senator Reed, and a set of names and places are incomplete and not clearly connected to a single event.
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Rome
Reed
Republican
Bolosna
Modervan
Conza
Parma
Gtrara
Four Flyers Die in Air Collision Near San Diego
In San Diego California a collision in the air near the city killed four flyers. Details are scarce but authorities report the crash occurred as two aviation units engaged nearby. Investigators work to identify the deceased and determine the cause of the accident.
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Helen Hicks
Billy
Chicago Cats
Patty Fothergill
Detroit
Will Rogers
Ardne
Helen Wiis
Wimbledon
Johnny Hennessey
John McGraw
Wille Coilier
Broadwycht
San Diego
Cal
Apts
Diego Cave
Sowmims Squadron
Omantide
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Barbut
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Boston Post
Misseeippi
Yukon
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Auomoblic
Uthur
Curtigs Evorts
Ir Reaey
Los Angeles
Harry Rocks
Secur
Cosier
Jaro
Brant
Sue
Ola
Lea
Sear South O Haehawk
Frances WS
George Las
Straue Start
China
Tron
Bias Sud Nas
Knola Belis Ocal
W. A. R. Bell
N. Market St
Kidas
Me Bos
Quaker City Cleaners & Dyers
North Market ST
Patrick Street
Caianic
Ie Salle
C. J Rycls Cadlac Co
Harrsburg
Denver J. Shook
FADA
Roger F. Lipps
Health Mattress
Conscience Brand
Cesarez
Famous
Triumph
Obendorfer - Cronenburg Co
Vernon Coblentz Myr
Fielden Io Feo
Diego
Tyonore
Duesgori
Kestedr
Wilson Stor Hass
Zis Itty
Stanleys
Gtarnaber
Wy Jt
Mitsburgs Flate Glass Co
Frederick Paint & Glass
City Opera House
Frederick, Maryland
Frederick County
Liensea
General Assembly
ELI G&_ HAUGH
Keefer BF
Semic Market
Mase
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