Smith the Silent Master of Race Track Gambling
The article profiles Smith, a Chicago entrant known as Pittsburgh Phil, famed for turning race track gambling into a science. He mentored Riley Grannan and outguessed rivals with precise figures, amassing millions. His cool, quiet demeanor contrasted with louder contemporaries as he dominated early 20th century bookmaking.
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Memorial Plan Gathers Support In Cooperstown
Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce backs a memorial to the first baseball players on Doubleday Field. The New York American has offered to fund the project, aiming to honor the boys who first played the game on that site decades ago.
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ISUNFIRE ENTERS NEW ORLEANS HANDICAP
A race for a purse of 450000 added drew nominations for the New Orleans Handicap to be run on February 12 at the Fair Grounds. Secretary Joseph A. McLennan announced nominees including Sundry and Leleo's Wabe with possible shipping to the Colfroth stakes, plus Solace and Pigeon Hale among others. Prize money includes 35000 to the winner with entrance and starting fees and percentage shares for other positions.
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Bowler Daniel Leads Weekend Bowling Action
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Crowds Pack Yokohama as Japan Nines Series Draws Big Attendance
Report recounts record crowds at games in Japan with 4000 plus spectators on a Friday event and similar Sunday turnout. Mentions U S college squads and local umpires including Quigley facing criticism. Notes weather delays and postponed matches due to rain impacting schedule and venue in Yokohama and Usulu.
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Garden Saves 90000 Bill In Landmark Arena Move
A dramatic financial saving totals about 90 000 dollars as Madison Square Garden prepares for a new era. The plan involves a key figure and the venue’s future amid advertising concerns. The anticipated outcome is a substantial reduction tied to game day arrangements and crowd control at the grill area on West 49th Street.
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Arkansas Develops Future Basketeers at University
Arkansas showcases rising players at the University of Arkansas game as coach and staff develop young talent for college basketball. The event highlights recruiting effort and prep for seasons ahead with talent from regional programs.
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Post Leaguers Open Season on Tuesday
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Confusing riddle hints at dual John Hassett figures
OCR fragment blends names and garbled clues about two John Hassetts on a basketball team and a shift to a business idea, mentioning a store and a restaurant. The text remains unclear, with translated context: a possible puzzle about local sports and ventures, lacking coherent details.
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Solin Hanstle
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