College Leader Picked by Roy Gibbons
L Griffith, newly named supreme commissioner of conference athletica, will lead football and other sports with a two year term. Born in Mt. Carmel Illinois, he previously coached at Yankton and Drake, directed athletics at Drake, served in the 1st army bayonet school, and held a major rank. He will operate from Chicago with offices there.
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U S Girls Beat By English In Incomplete Track Meet
American girls finished second to Great Britain in the first internal track meet. Britain 31 United States 29 France 12 Switzerland also listed. Lucille Godbold Estella won eight pound shot with 70 meters 22 centimeters new world record. Miss Camelix Newark won the 100 hurdles in 25 seconds. Nancy Vorhees New York and Carrie Hart England tied for high jump first.
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New York Pitcher Requests Hearing Before Commissioner Landis
Phil Douglas, a New York pitcher, through his attorney Edward Lauterbach, asked Commissioner Landis for an opportunity to present his side of a case. Douglas has retained counsel and is now declining to discuss the matter.
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Browns Lead in Double Plays Deafening Defense
Browns form a strong defensive unit with the keystone combo of Fohl and his infield partners. Their double plays bolster a club that has consecutively turned 12 double plays in 12 games this season, showcasing steady fielding amid an improving lineup.
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Weissmuller Breaks Mark at Peoria 500 Meters
Johnny Ker competed in the A A U meet in Peoria yesterday while Weissmuller set a new record in the 500 meters. This brief sports note highlights the breakthrough performance amid midseason events.
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American Davis cup favorites open no doubles event
Boston spectators expect top players William Z. Tilden and Vincent Richardson to headline the no doubles championship. The August 21 start in Boston marks the event with these leading contenders favored to win.
Rifle cracks abroad to compete in international matches
American rifle team sails from York on Wednesday to contest in international matches in Italy. They first travel to the Mi-Italy training area for practice with the American army of occupation.
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New Western Conference Chief Champions Amateur Athletics
Griffiths, the new commissioner of athletics for the Western Conference, argues athletics are invaluable for morale and patriotism, rejects professionalization in college sports, and outlines a constructive, amateur-focused program for the Midwest conference supported by 10 directors.
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Star Swimming Meet Rescheduled This Week
The Star postpones the swimming meet due to issues reaching manager Dad Henry. A new date will be announced Tuesday in The Star. Several Victoria swimmers were disappointed as they could not stay over. Final arrangements will be announced on Tuesday.
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Officials and events listed for athletic meet program
The document lists events including 86 yard novice men and 60 yard novice women, multiple dash and stroke races for various age groups, diving and marathon events. Officials named include Starter Frank Vance, timers Heck Edmundson and Jimmy Arbuthnot, judges Joe Biedier and Jack Moen, diving judges Norman Bartell and others, with meet manager Dad Henry and clerk Beaburn Brown.
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Victoria Triumphs Over Vancouver In Lacrosse Thriller
Victoria defeated Vancouver 6 to 5 in an extra period at La Crosse Park yesterday afternoon. Cyril Baker scored the deciding goal after 20 seconds of overtime as over 3,500 spectators watched a fast, notably clean game with several bruising exchanges and a five to five tie.
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Pillette Slumps Under Strain at Detroit Pitching
Detroit pitcher Herman Pillette, once hailed as a young hurling phenom, shows a slump blamed on overwork. In five days he was sent to the mound three times during the Eastern invasion, with manager Cobb using him heavily. Rest may be needed.
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Yankees Top White Sox In Seven to Five Victory
Yesterday the Yankees defeated the White Sox 7 to 5 after a homer in the first and a late rally. Dan Boone, a rookie, drove in two runs in the 12th on a single as the Indians beat the Senators 2 to 0. The Phillies led early but the Cubs came back to win 9 to 6. Giants beat Cubs 6 to 4 after four seventh inning runs. Refs swept a doubleheader from Hobins 16 to 6 and 4 to 3.
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Chicago Still Buys Hurlers From Dakota League Prospect Duff
Chicago's White Sox add right-hander Duff from the Mitchell club in the Dakota league. Duff posted 13 wins and 2 losses and will report when the Dakota season opens. Reports also say Ken Williams will permanently move to center field. Duff shows home run speed and a strong throwing arm, with defense not hindering his hitting.
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Indians Shift Training Camp to Lakeland for 1928
Cleveland plans for the 1928 season by moving training grounds from Texas to Lakeland Florida. With three National League clubs nearby, exhibition games may add value for the club and speakers.
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Harper Needs Change in Northwest Boxing Scene
Seattle’s Rob Harper, under Charley Jost of Portland, shows a marked decline in form. Once a top Beattle fighter, he now retreats in fights, recently losing to Jack Josepha in Portland after a sixth round assault. 30 day suspension from the Portland ring commission followed an exchange with Referee Grunan. Change in management may improve his future in the Northwest.
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Portland Fans Rally After Harper Bout Verdict
Boxers Josepha Harper and Billy Williams draw praise as Williams claims Harper won eight of ten rounds. Rivers faces tough Seattle schedule after a loss in Vancouver and a defeat in Portland. Brownie Villan debuts with Austin and Galt, showing power and a left hook to the body. Gordon McKay leaves critics unimpressed after losses to Reeves and Collinas.
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Two Millers Plan Southern Trip Amid Opposition
Rube Finn and Eddie Kid Billings plan to travel to California soon and expect strong opposition in the South. Billings is slated to box Harry Caney this Wednesday.
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Fame Returns to Bambino as He Hits Two Off Red Faber
Babe Ruth belted two home runs against Red Faber in the Yankees' and White Sox game to raise his season total to 26. He trails leaders Hornsby Walker Williams by a few and received a hero’s welcome as fans swarmed the ballpark and carried Ruth on their shoulders.
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Belmont declines $100000 Messenger offer at Saratoga
August Belmont, chairman of the New York Jockey Club, said he refused a $100000 bid for his colt Messenger and will race him in his own colors at Saratoga.
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Indians Win and Lose One in Sunday Doubleheader
Seattle split with Portland in a Sunday doubleheader with a 5 7 loss after Beavers rallied late in game two. Iverson Gree struggled while Ferdinand Schupp failed to settle, as errors and wild pitching plagued Portland and Beavers in the opener.
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Reb Russell’s unlikely comeback boosts Pirates and drama
Veteran pitcher Reb Russell returns as a standout outfielder for Pittsburg, transforming the Pirates with timely hitting and new spirit under manager Gibson. Once a White Sox ace, Russell’s late career reemergence follows prior injuries and a garage business after leaving baseball. New York report notes Tom O’Rourke resigning to run a boxing club matchmaker role.
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