Five Contenders for City Tennis Championship
Five players vie for the city tennis title to be decided at Carter Lake club in early July. Scribner, Kennedy and Stocking reached last year’s semi finals. Scribner is a multiple former champion. Bannister and McCormick are newcomers with strong pedigrees, Bannister a former West Point champion and McCormick a holder of Northwestern and intercollegiate titles.
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Scribner
George Stocking
P. B. Bannister
E.R. McCormick
Carter Lake Club
Kennedy
Stocking
Bannister
McCormick
West Point
Grinnell Star Smashes Two World Marks
Illinois and California vie for top honors as 300 athletes compete at Stagg Field in the second national collegiate track meet. California's Johnny Merchant wins shot put and Grinnell's Paula breaks 100 and 220 yard records, with Shields of Penn State setting the mile record.
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Chicago
A. P
California
McDonald
Witter
Calsterols
Ilinois
Shields
Penn State
Ray Watson
Kansas Aggies
Dalton
Earlham
Patterson
Illinois
Paula
Grinnell
Bill Hayes
Notre Dame
Paulu
Charlie Paddock
Wilson
Iowa
Ivey
Kaufamann
Martineau
Minnesota
Hurdies
Barron
Cook
Central Wesleyan
Sargent
Michigan
Finanl
Pennsylvania State
Prattt
Hayes
Brookins
Town
Desh
Smith
Nebraska
Edwin
Selberling
Eeconas
Spetz
Wisconsin
Pauls
Erwin
Towa
Browder
Pennsylvania
Whittier
Hulscher
Western State Normal
Keene
Texas
Tlinots
Connelly
Georgetown
Ohio State
Furnas
Purdue
Kansans Aggion
Murphy
Osborne
A Jer
Clark
Amherst
Torever
Darling
Campbell
Hoffman
Turner
Jones
de Paw
Woods
Butler
Platten
Shidker
Paulu Pee
Moorehes
Spents
Wisconn
Secon
Perera
Spileon
res _ Stoller
Ellis
Mississipp A
M. Barron
Anderson
Dench
Golf Rules and Etiquette Questions in Handicap Match
A reader asks about tie decisions in handicap events and whether players may play off with medal scores. Questions cover playing through during matches, grounding a club on grainy bunker slopes, holding place on a course, and match integrity rules.
Western and National League standings and results noted
Baseball standings listed for the Western, National and American Leagues with records, upcoming games, and yesterday's results. Teams mentioned include Omaha St Joseph Des Moines Oklahoma City Sioux City Denver Wichita New York Chicago Cincinnati Boston Brooklyn Philadelphia St Louis Pittburgh and Detroit.
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Fet
Bt. Joseph
Omahe
Tulsa
Okm. City
Wichita
Des Moines
Biour City
Omaha
St. Joseph
Oninboine City
Sioux City
Denver
Ww. L
Oklahoma City
W. L. Petow
New York
Chicago
St. Louis
Cincinnati
Pittsburgh
Boston Brooklyn
Philadelphia
Pittaburgh
Boston
Brooklyn
W. Tl Pet
Bt. Louis
Washington
Detroit
Cleveland
Morvich Is Defeated by Whiskaway in Carleton Stakes
At Aqueduct on June 17 Morvich, once undefeated at age three, finished eight lengths behind Whiskaway in the Carleton Stakes carrying 123 pounds to 108. Whiskaway led from the start in the $7,500 mile, clocking 1:36.2 while Snob II placed third. Morvich to Latonia, Ky for rematch June 24 at even weight.
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New York
Margaret Elnora
C. B. Irwin
Martines
Tom Ellison
T. Hall
Johnston
Haze
B. m
Byers
Sheldon
Tomison
Fancy
Margaret
Hazel W
J S Spicer
R. Spicer
Selvatoran
P. Duffy
Espenshade
Tom Roach
W. Gaines
Kindle
J. Carroll
M'Murphy
Morrison
E. Barnes
Cave Man
H. Wella
Maud M
R. Seoville
Brando
Harrison
F. Grimes
George James
Bigame
Burlingame
Salvatoran
Hilariona
G. Spicer
Lucky Mack
Homard
Marian Lewis
Old Coin
McMurphy
Maud
Innovation
Jeanne Fagheny
Fairbury Players Attract Major League Attention
Fairbury Neb June 17 three players on the lineup are watched by major league moguls Pitcher Babe Woolfolk McDarmott and Bliss Manager Winbush who excels at first may be signed by a big outfit by fall
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Fairbury, Neb
Fairbury
Babe Woolfolk
McDarmott
Bliss
Winbush
Disabled Soldiers Boxing Tournament Amazes London
A charity boxing event at the London Polytechnic gym organized by the disabled soldiers' society featured 12 contestants, all with amputations. The lightweight winner defeated an opponent with a forearm missing, highlighting how leg loss often hinders boxing more than arm loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Polytechnic Gymnasium
Disabled Soldiers’ Society
Jimmy Murphy Breaks Another Track Record
Jimmy Murphy led nine drivers who qualified for the 225 mile Ani trophy race in Uniontown and broke the track record with a lap of 109 mph. Tommy Milton qualified second at 108 mph.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uniontown
Jimmy Murphy
Indianapolis
Tommy Milton
Selecting U. S. Canadians for Irish Olympic Games
Plans for selecting the members of the American and Canadian teams for the Irish Olympic games in Dublin next August will be discussed at a meeting of the executive committee. The committee will decide the method of selection and the qualifications required for team eligibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dublin
Canada
Milwaukee golfer J M Hunter hailed as America’s biggest
Milwaukee Country Club’s new professional J Mumrin Hunter is described as the biggest golfer in America. The piece notes his height of 6 feet 5 1/2 inches and weight of 225 pounds, comparing him to British pro Ted Ray and citing his recent move from Canada. The item ends with an ad reminder about Sunday Want Ads due by 9 this evening.
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J. M. Hunter
Milwaukee
America
J. Mumrin Hunter
Milwaukee Country Club
Hunter
Ted Ray
United
Anson Wright Remembers Adrian Anson Great Baseball Leader
George Wright, veteran sportsman and contemporary of Adrian Anson, mourns the passing of his old friend. He hails Anson as a great leader and ideal team captain, noting his conscientious play and immense drawing power. Wright recalls Anson’s off field elegance and skill in billiards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Wright
Adrian C. Anson
Pop
Wright
Anson
Babe’ Ruth
International Balkline Tourney May Be Held In New York
An international 18.2 balkline billiard world championship event is planned for next season with leading players including Jake Schaefer agreeing to new championship rules. Officials may formalize the decision to stage the tournament in New York City in November.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Jake Schaefer
New York City
Tilden to Meet Richards in New England Tennis Final
William Tilden II the national champion will face Vincent Richards of Yonkers in the Hartford New England tennis tournament final at the Hartford Golf Club tomorrow. Richards and Phil Bettens of San Francisco will pair to challenge A. H. Chapin Jr. and A. H. Chapin Jr. of Springfield in the doubles final.
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William Tilden
Richards
Hartford
Baseball Rules Quiz From a Historic Perspective
A reader roams through classic baseball rulings on positions in the box, glove use at odd bases, pitcher delivery, batter obstruction, and traps on the base paths. The exchange probes whether players may switch sides, use inappropriate gloves, face the batter, or advance on a trap, citing umpire calls and evolving practice.
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Ereond
Omaha Bee Racing Chart 1923 Sunset Meeting Results
July 17 1923 Omaha Neb track conditions clear fast results across seven races. Sunnyways Krippen Lady Mack Dominate early speed as Corgeutter Innvation Don Jose lead a three race win run with Emphasis on pace and late closers in final handicap.
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George W. Schilling
Judsa
Martin L. Nathanson
A. McKaight
Omaha
Neb
Net
Wales
Pureel
Deo
Budila
Beoville
Krippen
Hi, Moser
Barnes
Lady Mack
Walters
Lil
Irwin
Martines
Golden Pine
J Neton
Jobneton
Blue Jay
Honeywood-Don't
C. Beoville
Sovereign Llagen Aus
Sunnyways
Sunnyweys
Ke Wade
Ladyack
Auditor
Landram
Mayo B
M. Derby
Ila
Ay Beoville
Ruby Oriole
A. Wil R
Matuels
Corgeutter
Mayor
A & By
Corrigen-Grasscutter
C. Irwin
Patey O'Neil
Sea Water
Arbor Day
My Dream Light
Mayo
Ruby
Corncutter
Hanson Unable to Meet Joe Stecher Forfeit Brought Up
Charlie Hanson informed Matchmaker Jake Isaacson he could not meet Joe Stecher on July Fourth due to recent tonsil removal surgery. Joe Stecher’s manager Tony Stecher claims Hanson owes $500 forfeit. American Legion had funded the event. Hanson says his doctor ordered rest for at least ten days to recover.
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Charlie Hanson
Jake Isaacson
Joe Stecher
Tony Stecher
Joe
Hanson
American Legion
First Horseshoe Meet of Season Sunday at Miller Park
Two pairs of nickeled horseshoes donated by Walter G. Clark store and Townsend Gun Co will be prizes at the first horseshoe tournament of the season on Sunday at Miller Park. South Side Big Five provides hams and bacon as part of generous money prizes. the event uses a trial flight plan to place players in proper classes. Frankie Neil from eighteen tears knocked out Forbes of Chicago in a match.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miller Park
Walter G. Clark
Townsend Gun Company
Big Five
Harry Butts
Cudahy’s
Dundee Seeks Kilbane Title After Featherweight Challenge
In a bold move, Johnny Dundee plans to drop to 126 pounds to challenge Johnny Kilbane for the featherweight title. Dundee outlines his past fights, his claim to the title, and Kilbane’s reluctance due to demanded pay. Christy Mathewson battles illness while pictured at Lake Saranac.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christy Mathewson
Big Six
Lake Saranac
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Barnister
Kernede
Grinnell Star
Freddia B Schupp
White Sams Aviatine
Kangss City Club
American Association
U. S.-Canadians
Safe
Omaha Bee Racing
Index
Don Jose
C. Groves
H. Jones
Winchester
W. Carter
L. Mills
Little Pointer
Maltby
Singleton
Scoville
Townsenthe
FE. Looper
J. Grober
C. Davis
Scheffell
B. A. Jones
J. Hall
Richardson
Micaels
San Pablo
Rosa May
Sen. Broderick
Repeat
Ndex
Horne
T. St
Oda
R. Griffin
J. Allen
Mildred
R. Baker
Marcella Boy
DL. Mills
Mayaville
B. M'Lain
B. J. Carroll
Precious Jewel
F. Horn
Franklin
H, Jones
Tony Beau
S. Axter
Lean Frog
Frog Lewis-Winnecook
R. Giffen
Leap Frog
Rifle
Tony Benu
Vas Cinice
Herder
M'Gregor
Bf - Mills
J. Laswell
Allen
Mooresque
K’kamp
Blue van
Noonan
Walter Dant
Manuels
Dolph
Regreso
T. Baxter
Lorena Moss
Au Revoir
Bob Fitu Simmons
Sparate
Joe Choynakl
Draw
Roun
Frankie Neil
Forbes
Dundee
Kilbane
New York Boxing Commission
Crown
Ray Pearson
Johnny Dundee
Johnny
Tex Rickard
Benny Leonard
Charley White
Kilhane
Commission
Johnny Kilbane
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