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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1915

Page

14

Coffey and Moran Clash Tuesday Night in New York

Promoter Jim Coffey of Roscommon and Frank Moran face off in a historic heavyweight bout at Madison Square Garden. Moran seeks a shot at Jess Willard, with Coffey hoping to derail Moran and advance toward the champion. The event marks a turning point in Coffey’s career as both fighters bring World Heavyweight title ambitions and decades of ring experience to the arena.

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Harvard Wins From Virginia U In 29 To 0 Rout

Cambridge Oct 11 Harvard College defeated Virginia University by 29 to 0 as Mahan dominated with a powerful right leg kicking and scoring three field goals. Captain Harry Coleman led a stubborn Crimson defense and Harvard outgained Virginia with sustained rushes and timely kicks.

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Traveling Cattle Team Sees St. Louis Clash

A group from Mirkeville Mo. traveled to St. Louis to watch their school eleven play Christian Brothers College. Freight fees and train logistics are noted while the game’s only real rushing standout is described amid jumbled play-by-play and unfamiliar names.

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Baseball Fangs Rise in Glory Through World Series History

The article outlines the growth of baseball interest from 1885 to 1902, detailing attendance, gate receipts, and notable World Series events. It notes crowds at Brooklyn and Chicago, the Browns and Giants contending, and the shift toward the modern era of national championship play starting in 1902.

Eds Will Remain In Baseball World

St Paul October 16 An interview from here Bi Mi Gales of Indianapolis chief counsel for the Federal League said the independent organization will remain in its name nest season He admitted that the Chicago team was the only one in the league that made money last season but noted no clubs in the American or National Leagues turned profits in the just ended season

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No-Hit Ambition of Grover Alexander Stumbles For Phillies

The text recounts Grover Alexander’s longing for a six no-hit game, noting near-misses and key moments. It mentions Clarence Butler and Mayer of the Braves, Bob Wheat and Pred Marke as opponents, and recalls a historic near-miss on September 29 with a Texas Leaguer. The passage also touches on Alexander’s era and broader baseball context of 1914.

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Changes Proposed at Intercollegiate Meet

New York Oct 18 reports expected changes for the second annual Indoor Intercollegiate games at Madison Square Garden. Proposals by executive and advisory committees of the I O A A aim to emphasize team competition, widen participation, and standardize events with metric measurements, including straightaway dashes and revamped hurdles. New scoring, four-man relay teams, and adjusted distances are outlined to improve fairness, spectator clarity, and elite performance while preserving the spirit of the meet.

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Bobby Byrne to Wed Love of Boyhood Days

Bobby Byrne, noted Phillies third baseman, plans to marry Laura Shields, longtime sweetheart from his hometown. The couple’s romance began in youth, endured through growing up and trials, and is expected to culminate in a late month wedding in St. Louis.

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No Baseball Place Says Ban Johnson

Chicago October 18 Bab B Johnson president of the American League returned home from the East after attending the world series and began dispensing sharp warnings to the baseball peace movement He said the Federal League is licked and that peace talks were too indefinite with no tangible results He doubted any future conference would yield a settlement and indicated he might not attend another meeting on the subject.

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May Abandon Racing At Syracuse University

Syracuse University may drop crew as a major sport due to financial strain. The Athletic Association funds rely on student fees and voluntary gate contributions, risking total costs over five thousand dollars unless revenue sources improve.

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