Southwestern University Announces Strong Football Camp
Southwestern University trains 20 to 50 players for a pennant bid led by captain R. K. McHenry. Promising guards Titus Harris and veteran Arthur Henderson headline a growing squad under coaches J. H. McGinnis and James C. Snipes. First game set for October 12 against Texas Christian University in Fort Worth at home schedule includes Trinity Dallas Arkansas State Polytechnic Baylor Texas.
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Texas Christian University of Fort Worth
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Southwestern University
Southwestern
R. K. McHenry
Burdette Graham
Jerome Irwin
Damon Smith
Leland Hodges
E. Mid Westbrook
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Record of Ability and Success Claims
A speaker asserts superiority in both capability and achievement, claiming to be far ahead of peers who can only claim but cannot produce evidence to match. The statement emphasizes confidence and self-assured superiority in performance and results.
Lockner and Shields Win World’s 24 Hour Motocycle Title
George Lockner and Billy Shields of Syracuse won the twice around the clock race at Brighton Beach with 1374.2 miles in 21 hours of riding. Eckle and McNeil finished second three miles behind. Chapple and Wray took third, six miles behind.
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Billy Shields
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Y M C A to revive seven mile distance run
The Y M C A plans a seven mile endurance run starting Thanksgiving at 9 am with about twenty members. Participants pay 25 cents, with gold silver and bronze medals for top finishers. A pre race physical exam is required and routes include the Y M C A, Government Hill, Country Club Brackenridge Park and River Avenue.
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Fans See New 1918 Football Rules as Change for Coaches
The average fan ignores rule changes for 1918 and expects football to remain thrilling. Coaches face tougher defense setups, aim to stop four downs plays, and grapple with liberal forward passing, eliminating zones and reshaping quarterback duties. A clever pivot could drive the season, while a thick headed quarterback mucks up the team’s chances.
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Moleskins
Giants World Tour Nears Collapse Amid Illness Delay
Secretary Joseph D. O'Brien of the New York Giants said the proposed world tour by the club is nearly off. The setback is blamed on Charley White's illness and insufficient time to arrange logistics before McGraw planned to take the Giants.
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Joseph D. O’brien
New York Giants
Charley White
McGraw
Giants
World League Tour Plans by Major Leaguers
A proposed second tour featuring top major league players from both leagues, organized with international stars and an Orient influence. Pacific coast players are considering a trip to Australia, with McGraw eyeing a future schedule once advance arrangements are set.
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Cific Coast
Australia
McGraw
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