Flowers Loses Middleweight Crown to Mickey Walker in Coloseum Fight
In Chicago the Uinas Athletic Commission opened a special session to review Referee Benny Yanger's decision that Mickey Walker won the middleweight title from Tiger Flowers after ten fast rounds. Officials and scribes debated the verdict while nearly 11,000 fans watched, Flowers scoring well early but Walker rallying late. Walker's manager noted a rematch within three months with a $365,000 guarantee. gate receipts split with the state. The bout featured quick exchanges, Flowers cutting Walker's left eye and both men trading power punches through the final round.
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Burns and Flowers Triumph Claimed in Chicago Bout
San Antonio fighters Burns and Flowers allegedly won as Don Curley, Burns' manager, sent a wire claiming Burns defeated Babe McCorgary by decision after holding him the final rounds. Curley also asserted Flowers’ title was stolen and expected a commission reversal with full details to follow.
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Babe McCorgary
Chicago
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Flowers
Frosh and Sophs Tie 6-6 In Schwab Field Classic
Freshmen lead Sophomores 6-0 on Schwab Field late in the game before a 6-6 final as Thompson runs in for a late score and Trice to Miers connects on a 36 yard pass. Neelke and Conrads shine for Frosh and Soph backs show strength.
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Jinx Tucker’s Sports Page Sparks Central Texas Banter
The Vidco News-Tribune mocks Jinx Tucker the Football Oracle as a public fan notes Texas football contrasts. San Antonio is praised yet labeled lagging behind Central Texas while Waco draws larger crowds at practice than San Antonio at the title game Armistice Day.
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Teague Park
Flowers Planned Move After Walker Title Fight
Tiger Flowers, world middleweight champion, aimed to move up after potentially beating Mickey Walker at the Coliseum in Chicago. Walker Miller, Flowers’ manager, said a victory would have left no middleweight challenger and Flowers would seek laurels in a heavier division.
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Walk Miller
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Chattanooga Signs Jimmy Johnston as Manager
Chattanooga Tennessee December 5 Jimmie Johnston veteran major league star former Brooklyn Dodgers manager designate for Chattanooga Southern Association club next year announced here today Johnston enjoyed a sixteen year major league career and was noted as an outstanding performer.
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Walker Wins Dubious World Title After Ten Rounds
Mickey Walker of Elizabeth New Jersey defeated Deacon Tiger Flowers of Atlanta Georgia by decision after ten rounds at the Coliseum Chicago. Referee Bentley Yanger’s ruling drew boos and criticism from 10 000 spectators and a record gate of 90000 though writers mostly believed Flowers deserved the verdict.
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Saints Triumph Over Floresville 42 to 7 in San Antonio
St Marys Academy Saints defeated Floresville High 42 to 7 Friday afternoon. Five ejections occurred amid a hard fought game described as one of the hottest by coach Sartain. Risingers 35 yard run and Menard’s late score led the Saints to season ending victory.
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San Antonio
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Goodwill Center Beats C C C Boys In Tight Opener
Goodwill Center edged Catholic Community House 24 to 22 in the West Side San dsby School League opener on the Wesley House court. Garcia scored 12 for the winners Cisneros led the losers with 11 points.
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Faldo
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Martinez
Fernandez
Champion Walker Wins Tiger Blowers Middleweight Crown
Mickey Walker retains the Tiger Blowers world middleweight title on a decision Friday night. The former welterweight champ earned the belt and holds it until a rematch date is set.
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Fight Results Across the Nation From Associated Press
Boxers from Chicago and across the country won, lost, or drew in telegraphed AP results. Michkey Walker defeated Tiger Flowers for the middleweight title, Williams beat Robart, and several other bouts were listed with locations from Erie to Tampa and outcomes including knockouts and decisions.
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Michkey Walker
Tiger Flowers
Jackie ‘Williams
Harry Robart
Walcott
Langford
Chief Elkhart
San Antonio
Chick Burns
Bebe McCorgary
Oklahoma
Drew
George Godfrey
Billy Owens
Conference Grants Alabama Permit to Play Stanford
The Southern Conference unanimously granted the University of Alabama permission to play Stanford University in the Tournament of Roses game at Pasadena California on New Year’s day.
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TMLL SPARKLES IN HOCKEY VICTORY
The Texas Military Institute Cadets rout Main Avenue High 1 to 0 in the opening Academic Ice Hockey League tilt. Pawkett scored four goals while Givens opened the scoring and Harris added the Cadets only point for Main Avenue.
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Brooks Field Upsets Second Division in Opening Ice Clash
Brooks Field shocked the Second Division 6 to 4 in Bri slay night action at Crystal Palace. Samson Adams and Theison led with two goals each for Brooks Field, while Howard scored three for the Second Division and Robertson added a late tally.
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Missionaries Forced to Flee After Attack in Colombia
American missionaries of the Christian and Missionary Alliance sought refuge in Ecuador after a mob stoned their mission house at Tipulets 100 miles northwest of Quito. Colombian authorities ordered troops to the scene to help reopen the school for children. No reason for the assault is given in the dispatches received.
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Christian and Missionary Alliance
Ecuador
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Quito
Anti Pro Football Pledge Proposed
In Ann Arbor on December 4 the National Student Federation calls for college football players to sign a pledge not to play professional football until after their class graduates. They argue the pledge protects the college environment and preserves amateur status.
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Shaw Flattered by Prospect of Tunney Visit
London reports George Bernard Shaw is flattered that heavyweight champion Gene Tunney plans to visit Europe. Shaw says he knows nothing of Tunney's travel but invites a letter if Tunney cares to write. The champion also commented on Shaw's dramatic characters needing more heroism to please readers.
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Cupid Weds Walter Morrison sparks big city rumor
Universal Service reports Wanda Danley world champion sprinter marries Los Angeles contractor Walter Morrison in College City California. Heisman announces Rice Institute football coach will vacation east December 20 to absorb football developments and return mid January for spring training.
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Hill Billies Plan New 40000 Gym at Daniel Baker College
Brownwood announces plans to build a modern gymnasium for basketball at Daniel Baker College to cost about 40000 dollars. Details are not yet released but the project is described as a brick or steel and concrete structure. Lefty Cooper defeated Johnie Clemars in Dallas in an eight round scheduled bout.
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San Francisco
Johnie Clemars
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Friday Night Bowling Stuns Eagles Then Eagles Rally
The Hornets beat the Eagles in a close first game by seven pins, then the Eagles won the second game by 43 pins. High scorers included Meyer for the Tasers and Conring for the Prissels Drug Stores in a mixed league night with several under-300 efforts.
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Osftie Gaoftio" Kunler
Robstown Victorious in Region Bi-District Showdown
Robstown Cotton Pickers toppled Del Rio Wildcats 33 to 7 to claim District 11 and 18 interscholastic league titles. Aerial plays set up two second quarter touchdowns, with Linney converting the first after a pass reception. Abbey’s 85 yard interception return gave Del Rio a third quarter score before Robstown sealed it on a late stop and fumble recovery.
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Dundee Roberts Ready For Gong In Ten Round Bout
Two welterweights Joe Dundee of Baltimore and Eddie Roberts of Tacoma completed training for a ten round bout at Recreation Baseball park. The winner could challenge Pete Latzo for the 147 pound title, with Latzo the current holder and a potential New York title bout next year.
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Rice Opener Likely Loyola Game for 1927
Rice Institute hints opening football game in 1927 may pit Rice against Loyola University of New Orleans in Houston. Earlier schedules left the opponent undecided with Arkansas invited but declining. Authorities say a contract with Loyola is regarded as quite probable as plans develop.
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Edinburg to Get Golf Links by Bredemus Plans
Edinburg Texas organizers announce John Bredemus will lay out a nine hole golf course for the Edinburg club with a clubhouse, a $50,000 investment, and plans for Mercedes to open a five hole section of a $50,000 nine hole course this month and complete the remaining four by February.
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Oklahoma City Tulsa Seek Texas League Exit from Western
Texas Leaguers face potential reshuffle as Oklahoma City and Tulsa clubs push for release from the Western League at the Western magnates meeting ahead of the national minor league convention. Tulsa owner James K. Crawford cites league weariness and change while Texas League owners remain noncommittal on admitting the Oklahoma clubs.
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Howard College Coach Dismissed After Student Threats
Birmingham December 4. Faculty dismiss J F Jenks Gillem after hundreds of Howard College students threaten to strike over the firing. Gillem had three seasons guiding the Bulldogs as coach. Carthage and several Ozark towns form a six team baseball league with clubs from Carthage Aurora Monett Neosho Webb City Cassville and other nearby towns.
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Granby
Tulsa Faces Undefeated Haskell In Season Finale
Tulsa university prepared for its final game of the season against the undefeated Haskell Indians. The Indians have beat all opponents except Boston College, whom they outscored 21 to 2. The Notches on the Tulsa six shooter include defeats of Oklahoma A&M, Missouri Valley champions, and Arkansas University on Thanksgiving Day.
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Woman officer elected secretary of major baseball club
Miss Margaret Donahue, longtime secretary at the Chicago Major League club, was elected secretary at the annual meeting becoming the only woman officer in the majors. John O. Seys moved to second vice president while William L. Veeck and William Walker were reelected to top posts.
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UPI
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John O. Seys
William L. Veeck
William Walker
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