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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1927
Page
6
The day’s events featured Gannon and other colleges competing in track and field with notable results. Prizes were awarded to victors from teams including St. John’s and Notre Dame as scores and times were recorded for multiple races and relays.
The article recounts Boston fans and players celebrating a pitching and hitting surge as the New York Yankees and Pittsburgh Pirates clash. It notes St Marys upset by California and outlines key fumbles and defensive plays turning tides. It highlights Ruth and Diller influenced bat control and cites a rare 1914 World Series parallel as the Pirates push toward the championship.
Estelle Dempsey, wife of Jack Dempsey, reveals she is not a boxing fan after attending a Madison Square Garden match. She says she would likely scream or faint if she witnessed her husband in action and notes boxing is mainly a business matter for the couple.
Washington reports Walter Johnson ends his major league pitching career and plans a hunting trip at Potomac Beach Virginia. He may join coaching with Paul Block at Newark Club and could become free agent when American League clubs seek him. Johnson hints at retirement from the mound and notes possible offers in baseball and other work.
Students from Hood campus showcased creativity and teamwork at a campus day. Juniors earned the top prize with a display of student-led projects and collaborative activities.
The passage describes student leaders including Jacpe Spole and Ming Bertha McCall presiding over a college meeting. Attendees, led by Mise Margaret Hardy, honored the Alma Mater as graduates received commendations. The gathering highlighted civic pride and school spirit amid a ceremonial program.
Santiago October 17 reports Red Grange taken from the field with a right leg injury after a collision with Trafton of the Bears during the National Football League clash with the New York Yankees. Doctors expect rest and possible return next Sunday as Grange injuries a pulled leg and suspected knee.
Persistent speculation swirls around the Pittsburgh Pirates as Barney Dreyfuss denies any sale while rumors link Lew Wentz of Oklahoma to a purchase before the next season. The World Series chatter keeps the club in the headlines.
A curious ad-style snip touts a supposed nickel cigar deal and Havana ribho trade in. It hints at a dramatic price shift and urges readers to try a “nickel” cigarette product claimed to taste premium though the wording is fogy.
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