Americans Played Ball A Thousand Years Ago
An Associated Press report notes that ball games were a rational sport in early America. It cites Black Hawk’s autobiography describing large tribal games in the Mississippi Valley from 1300 to 1000 players, with wagers and rules resembling modern baseball and other major team sports. It also covers Russia's vodka prohibition and state-controlled brewing under new policy, highlighting revenue aims and continued alcohol production.
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Associated Prege
Springfeld
America
Erle the Red
Grena” Land
Daniel Boone
Aij
Black Hawk
Svar Ichiety
T Ie
Mississippi i Valley
Jennerd
Babe Ruths
Gsanter
Siberia
Roverment Ga
Voladion Ofi
Russia
Volatead
Crimea
Armenia
Bootlegging in Russia Sends Many to Prison
Moscow reports bootlegging as a major crime. vodka production reaches high purity and is widespread. The article notes prisons crowded with bootleggers and daily government seizures of illicit brews as authorities crack down on illicit liquor.
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Atte
Wonton
Use of City Property Discussed at Owners and Managers Meeting
Cleveland and Tyne report at the National Association of Building Owners and Managers convention focus on eliminating dead street frontage near government buildings. Studies show government block fronts deter pedestrian flow and lower rental values, suggesting on floor space be leased to merchants for better use and profit.
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Associated Press
Cleveland
Tyne
National’ Association of Building Owners and Managers
Graham Aldis
Dra
Dee
Mars
Chanta
Honoring Ownie Carroll at Catholic College Event
Local admirers announce a testimonial for Ownie Carroll to be presented by Worcester supporters this Saturday. The event marks Carroll's role as a twirler and includes appearances by New York University figures under Frank W. Chaitin.
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Ownie ‘Carrolie
Worcester
Fabla Nal
Catholic College
New York University
Chaitin
Rommel Held Amid Boxing Scandal Claims
Eddie Rommel, noted athlete, is held on $800 bond following a frea tor atl night event. Mickey Cochrane and Thomas are mentioned in connection to the incident as other figures involved or accused, with coaching figures cited in the chaotic report.
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Gabriel
Eddie Rommel
Mickey Cochrane
Ra . Thomas
Couch
Rochester game looms as locals face tough challenge
The report covers rough play by Palmer and umpire aid as Rochester threats loom while Beten Wainwright plans to attend Wentworth pool events this summer. York High closes league season losing to North Berwick, Renniebunk wins, and Kennebunk's Coombs dominates pennant races. New Hampshire trap shooting championship set for June 26-27 at Manchester Gun Club with Maplewood matches and state honors. Frank Bolden presides state association. Henry Bitton earned merit.
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Rochester
Palmer
York High
Schoot
North Barwick High
Renniebunk
Teague
Manchester
Tne Yard
Maplewood
Frank
Bolden
and _ Henry
Bitton
State sportsmen praise Bartletts reappointment as commissioner
A state sportsmen group endorses the reappointment of Bartletts as commissioner, praising his leadership in raising departmental efficiency. The upcoming shooting event at the Country Club starts Monday with H B Tilton optimistic about a large field, low costs for cartridges and targets, and strong grounds and equipment attracting participants.
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Bartlett
Trina
H. B. Tilton
Chavac
Ecity
Newburyport Upsets Halverhill to Extend Win Streak
Newburyport seemingly pulled a TOAL surprise as Halverhill’s five game win streak was snapped. Portsmouth hit early pitches hard and Ringlea contributed two timely drives in the ninth inning driving in four of Newburyport’s five runs. The deciding hit came from the winning counter in the ninth frame, sealing a 5 to 3 victory.
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Newbury Port
Halverhill
Page
Portsmouth
Ringlea
Newburyport
Countéra
Sp Evernot
Three-letter men honored at school in basketball and baseball
In a note on athletics, Buthardt and Farah stand out as the only two men at the school who have earned the three-letter honor in both basketball and baseball, marking a rare cross-sport achievement.
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Stan
Portsmouth High
Andover
Buthardt
Farah
Hornsby Hitting Them Hard in National League Pace
Hornsby, manager of the St. Louis Cardinals, seizes the National League batting lead with steady hits and strong leadership. The veteran infielder holds the top average as his team pushes for supremacy.
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Hornsby
St. Louis Cardinals
Giants Sign Left Hander Gua Lindberg From Washington
Pitcher Gua Lindberg, a left hander, has been signed by the New York Giants after a strong showing for Washington and Lea University. The team reports the move promptly and notes his performances on the mound.
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Gua Lindberg
Ben
Layton to Lead Andover as Captain Named
Layton has been selected to lead Andover as captain, with the role highlighting his leadership on the team. The move positions Layton as a central figure for Andover's season.
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Layton
Andover
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