Johnson accuses Landis over Cobb Speaker affair
Chicago leader Ban Johnson charges Commissioner Landis with harming the reputations of Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker. He says Cobb and Speaker will never again manage or play in the American League and outlines the league’s view on the case as it heads to a special meeting.
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Ban Johnson Attacks Landis Over Cobb Scandal Handling
The earlier clash between Ban Johnson and Commissioner Landis resurfaces as Johnson denounces Landis for how the Ty Cobb scandal was managed. A summoned letter from Cobb's allies and a controversial interview fueled fresh claims and calls for League directors to act to protect Cobb and Speaker.
Toronto honors young swimming champion George Young
Toronto sent congratulations to George Young the 16 year old swimming star who has won four Canadian titles and holds national records. His widowed mother Mrs. Jane Young remains proud while they plan civic recognition for his success and yardage feats in Lake Ontario.
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Bowling Leagues Feature Tight Play and Standings Shifts
Local bowling action tonight features Grona Mattress and Medical Arts Bros matching up in Connertial Handbag League with strong scores despite splits. Ralph Nixon nabs top marks in Klaus Trophy chase, while team leaders Fuessel and Besch push toward the weekly standings as Erik Temple posts 580.
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Canadian teen wins Catalina Channel swim marathon
George Young, a 17 year old Canadian, won the $25,000 Catalina Channel race after swimming the twenty two mile stretch from Catalina Island to mainland California. He arrives in California with plans to perhaps pursue further competitions while hoping to bring his mother to the U S. The race ends amid film and vaudeville contract offers for the young champion.
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Young Earns Six Bits Per Stroke
Universal Service reports a Catalina Channel swim where George Young earned 74.65 cents per stroke based on 35 strokes per minute. The prize was $25,000 and the winner swam 15 hours 48 minutes 35 seconds. figures not yet verified.
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Watrous and Armour Win California Open Golf Final
Tommy Armour of Washington and Al Watrous of Grand Rapids defeated Vic DAlberto and Martin Los Angeles in the final of the $2500 California state open golf team championship. The pair won after semifinals over De Mane of New York and Duncan of Los Angeles.
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Yankees Poised for 1927: Core Roster intact after pennant run
New York Yankees, fresh from the 1926 pennant and a narrow World Series loss, aim to field the same core in 1927. Manager Miller Huggins expects Gehrig Lazzeri Koenig and Dugan to smooth gaps, with Ruth Meusel and Combs anchoring the outfield and veteran arms Shocker and Rusther guiding pitching. Bengough and Grabowski handle catching and infield depth as the club leans on seasoned stars unless new talent is added.
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