Locals Must Win to Hold Flag Chance
The Beckley Black Knights must win tomorrow against the Roosters to keep a three way tie hope in the Tri-State League as Ashland also seeks a win over Charleston. A big schedule follows with Sunday and Monday games, possible pitchers Schelly or Proctor, and Wayland Dean arriving from Huntington to join Charleston if pennant clinches. The season closes this weekend with expected large crowds at Fairgrounds field.
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Tilden Edges Van Rye to Reach Semi finals
In the national singles tennis championship at Forest Hills Big Bill Tilden battled past Johnny Van Rye 7-9 2-6 7-5 9-7 after dropping the second set. Doeg beat Bunny Austin 6-4 6-4 6-3. Mercur won 8-6 10-8 6-4 over Wilmer Allison and Hunter defeated Richard Williams 6-0 6-3 6-4. Semi finals set to pit veteran against rising stars.
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Armour and Diegel Lead Golf Stars Across Open Tests
The piece notes Alan Goult reflects on why top golfers post huge scores in many events but struggle at nationals. Bobby Jones dominates Winged Foot, while Tommy Armour and Leo Diegel post strong runs in the Canadian and Western Opens. Armour’s 26 under par across 144 holes highlights remarkable consistency, with Diegel posting solid rounds and Diegel winning the Western Open.
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Beckley Black Knights eye playoff chances in Tri-State race
Sideline notes project a tense weekend as Beckley and Charleston chase top positions. Charleston battles Ashland, Beckley fights Johnny Stuart’s clan, with possible post season play at stake. Bottom dwellers Parkersburg and Williamson duel to avoid last place in a decisive Saturday doubleheader.
Chicago Art Institute welcomes over a million visitors yearly
The Chicago Art Institute records show attendance surpassing 1.2 million people each year drawing art lovers from city and region to view its collections and rotating exhibitions.
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Buck Starr and Bev Flirt in Cellar Spotlight
Huntington is left out in the cold with nothing to fight for. Johnny Stuart's Boosters sit midtable in the first half season and face no clear direction. The contest hinges on the second winner in the series.
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Air traffic at Cleveland airport totals over 60 daily
More than 60 airplanes clear the Cleveland airport daily carrying an average of 60 passengers and 5,500 pounds of mail.
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Morris Harvey gridmen show improved prospects this season
Morris Harvey College in Barboursville West Virginia reports improved athletic outlook after a Labor Day training camp. Coach A E Rezzonico notes 30 candidates for the Golden Eagle eleven with ten veterans led by Captain Frank Arritt at end and Omar Bradshaw at quarterback among others.
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Two Men Will Captain Idaho's Football Team
In Moscow Idaho on September 13 two captains were chosen for the University of Idaho Vandals football squad. A tied vote between Diehl veteran tackle and Hull halfback resulted in Diehl leading the line and Hull directing the back field once the Pacific Coast Conference gridiron season begins.
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New Vienna Stadium Plans for 50,000 Capacity
The article notes a future mammoth stadium in Vienna with 50,000 spectator capacity. It mentions the Olympic games will be held there and observes Mexico as a major purchaser of American butter.
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Old Cubs Favored in 1910 But Athletics Won Easily
Philadelphia dispatch recalls the 1910 World Series where Connie Mack led the Athletics to a 4-1 victory over Frank Chance's Cubs. The article highlights pitching by Jack Coombs and BenDer, the durable infield of Davis Collins Baker, and the veteran Cubs being outmatched by experience, hitting, and defense.
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Mountaineers Prep For Wesleyan Scrimmage In West Virginia
Buckhannon W Va Oct 13 Nine days remain before West Virginia Wesleyan meets Hodger’s University eleven in Mountain ere Stadium Coach Debe Ross works to mold a line able to halt the rushing Wesleyan backs and support a scoring thrust The backfield is seen as solid with Captain Miller Rodriguez Battles and Baechtel and ends likely Newt Anderson and Red Hagerdon. Dave Reemsnyder and Pete Spatafore appear strong at tackle with guards and centers yet to be determined The Wesleyan line uses rapid guard and center drills to produce a fast capable unit for the opener
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Yesterday's Scores From Baseball Turmoil
Philadelphia defeated Chicago 7 to 1. Cincinnati beat Brooklyn 3 to 2. New York and Pittsburgh combined for a 5 to 5 result with rain affecting Boston and St. Louis game play.
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Today’s Games Across Baseball Stadiums
Boston faces St Louis as Brooklyn travels to Cincinnati New York visits Pittsburgh and Philadelphia meets Chicago in a quartet of matchups setting early season nerves and potential division shifts.
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Yesterday's Baseball Scores And Schedule
Yesterday's results show Philadelphia beat Chicago 4 3 Detroit defeated Boston 2 1 New York edged St Louis 5 2 Cleveland won 5 1 over Washington Key matchups listed include Cleveland at Washington Chicago at Philadelphia and St Louis at New York
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Exhibition of Foreign Periodicals in Tokyo
An exhibition of foreign periodicals is planned in Tokyo during October. The event aims to showcase a range of international journals and magazines to readers and scholars.
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