Willard’s comeback and wealth from boxing highlighted
The piece traces Jess Willard’s 1919 retirement, a notable late career comeback, and a calculated wealth buildup. It notes property purchases in California and Maine, earnings from fights including Johnson and Dempsey era bouts, and long-running publicity around his fame. Willard’s postboxing life includes farming in Maine and a rare Los Angeles presence with five children.
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Ess -Willand
Deells
Peare
Quitt
Rdugo
Glendsle
Cal
Oper
Roferty
Los Angeles
eWillard
Allis Angel Firpy
Bost
Rly Acres
Betas
Emei
Gettion
Jock Dempsey
New York State Athletic Comission
Indoor Sports and a Pugilistic Controversy Recap
A fragmented indoor sports column recounts boxing figures like Willard and Frazee, noting Willard’s large purse, charity show proceeds, and a tense battle with public sentiment. It references the promoter Jack Corley, Cuban crowds, and the Boston Red Sox owner Frazee, amid a broader tale of controversy and pride surrounding heavyweight boxing history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kam
Willard
Winard Aeng
Derinsey
Ghout
Puyil
Ng Fury
Nate
Jack Corley
Hieetenegle
Frazee
Wad Willam
Conyright
International Feature Service
Sunsets Plan Frills for Opener Against Bouli Club
The Sunsets schedule a Saturday opening at Block Stadium facing a strong Bouli club in a 3 by 30 format. Manager and players are listed with expected batting order and pitching plans as fans await the first pitch. Postponements or lineup changes may follow Bedmark’s swing core and Mueller’s arrival timing.
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Bouli
Block Stadium
le Southern Bi Vish
A. Th Mins
Aie
F.ow. Bedmark
Ragsdale
Ft. Amo
Jefe Fields
Reburlsot
Conte
Watles
Jueal
Bedie Mueller
Pitcher
Ennis
Sunnele
el Paso
Mas
Hosston
Squadron 40 Dominates Kelly Field Loop in Ten Straight
Squadron 40 extended its winning streak to ten with a 13 to 3 victory over the Nether Squadron at Kelly Field Taggue. Williams hit two doubles driving in three runs while Baum contributed a three-base hit and solid pitching in a game that showcased strong defense and timely hitting.
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Squadron 40
Kelly Field
40Th
Cretorion
Sto
Gsrh
Williams
dUeh Quadron
Williames
Osth Squire Ina
Onde
Bughos
Whatfest
Squarton
Baum
Wittell
Coadanil Baums
Schont Grom
Kegling
Putnam
Shornton
Willcome
Ohbeners Earn Awards in Bobcats Portrait Event
The historical notes describe a student showcase at Star Reoebens College highlighting Bobcats portraits. Ming Lobe, Mins Edigh Gilttin, Uroakelt Collier, and Teeluml Hawk are named for standout entries while the audience watches. The piece preserves local tone with vivid but unclear details about awards and participants.
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Ban Mancok
Lime
Star Reoebens' College
Auvqaty Ees
Bedar
Ain Poptraiers
Ming Lobe Sddting
Gousaler
Mins Edigh Gilttin
bin Marton
Uroakelt
Trea
Teeluml
Hawk
Inky
Sheng
Major leaders and stats early baseball league leaders
AP summary of leading performers in the national and American leagues. Highlights include top pitchers, hitters, and fielding figures with names such as Williams, Ruth, Gehrig, and Geisler, plus team mentions Giants Cubs Red Sox Senators and Reds with multiple categories like homers, triple plays, and wins.
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National T&ague
Balling
Dorunhs
Garde
Erisch
Giyuls
Enn
Cube
Alts
Heensig
Cards
Frisch
Ginnty
Heathcot
Wileau
Cubs
Williams
Phil
Ties
Tonrnier
Anbing
Bres —Hinsel
Giants
Muelfer
Cords
Pitehing
Petty
Robins
Waen
Reds
Wher
Conta
An Keen
Warde
Costin
Henetovs
Conts
Gehrig
Muth
Nankers
Goalia
Seantort
Dundles
Fingate
Hed Box
Goalin
Senators
Myiplom
Geligis
Xone
Ruth
Calling
Yantea
Biolowinser
Mint
Mitehings- Luther
Deviveros Homer Boosts Team With Hat Display
Beaumont player Deviveros shows off a brand new Doh hat during warmups at Washer Brothers. A homerun earlier and a neon sign moment stood out, as fans noted the standout performance and team momentum from Tuesday’s game.
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Borne Deviveros
Beaumont Short
Washer Brothers
Bernie
Big program for tracemen at Southern Ep meet
A track program outlines events for Tracemen teams from Texam, University, Navy and Aggies. May include invitations to Youkum and others at San Antonio with elimination rounds on May 4. Officials hope to attract teams from Be Oklahoma and other rivals for a strong Southern event.
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Texam
Duke
University
Navy
Oklahoma
Aggies
Ray Si
San Antonio
San Antonis
THEDS
Weekly Golf Event Postponed to Next Tuesday
The Madies tournament entries are delayed as handicap rounds are reset. Jane Woetter announced the event will move to next Tuesday with revised schedules and weekly play continuing.
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Misa
Jane Woetter
Local Swim Meet Near San Pedro Park Details
In training notes for swimmers a San Pedro Park event is listed with 100 yard and yard diving, relay races, diving, and freehand stroke. Teams from each school will compete in a weekly event hosted by the Roonsvelt area and Main Avenue high. The contest includes mixed events and fast heats.
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Main Avenue
San. ‘Pedroi
Roonsvelt
San Pédro Park
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WAR Department
Big Daylight
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