Rivalry Looms for New York Baseball Next Season
The Yankees and Giants face a crowded home schedule with hopes for more Sunday dates at Polo Grounds and Yankee Stadium. Babe Ruth’s continued dominance could shape attendance, while potential trades bring Eddie Collins and Jack Bentley into the discussion. McGraw and Dunn clash over Ruth’s control of the New York market as fans await a blockbuster season.
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Zack Wheat Up For Deal
The Brooklyn Superbas eye a trade as Zack Wheat nears 35. Manager Robin and president Ebbets favor youth and have opened talks with several league clubs as Wheat's star years wind down.
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Former Champion Thru Says Portland Scribe On Willard
Portland News sports editor Billy Stepp reports controversy over Jess Willard’s exhibition in Milwaukie. The piece criticizes Willard’s weight and stamina, predicting a decisive loss if he challenges Jack Dempsey, and contrasts his form with lighterboxers in the event.
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Glenn Warner One of Real Grid Greats
Glenn Warner a famed football coach reputed as the best one man coach in the game has shaped teams from Cartale Indians to Pittsburg and mentored stars like Jim Thorpe. After turning Pittsburg into a respected program he signs to coach Stanford next season amid California rivalry.
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Eddie Leonard Trails in Training for Stage Dance Work
Eddie Leonard trains for stage dance work with eccentric dancing workouts and light boxing practice in New York days. He highlights cycling and Velodrome races as part of his fitness routine and notes his connections with Benny Leonard and John McGraw. Leonard tours the Orpheum circuit, appearing at the Moore this week.
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Play by play at center after doulette foul
Referees restart play at the center in the standard manner following the doulette foul, with the ball put in play as usual.
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Pittsburg Panthers Rally To Finish With Six straight wins
The University of Pittsburg football team under coach Warner staged the season’s biggest reversal, recovering from a 2-1 start to win six straight. Pitt defeated Syracuse and Penn State among others, ending with a 14 to 0 victory over Penn State on Thanksgiving Day and earning praise for a remarkable comeback.
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Dribbling a ball on a door questioned by officials
A player stands at the door and bounces a ball, drawing official scrutiny over whether it counts as dribbling. Officials determine the action as part of the game rules and interpret its legality or illegality in the context of play.
Gonzaga to Face West Virginia in San Diego Stadium Showdown
Gonzaga College of Spokane meets West Virginia in San Diego with a capacity crowd planned Monday. The football committee reports 6 000 seats released near kickoff, Gonzaga practices at Bovard Field, WVU delayed by a missed Chicago train, rain insurance valued at $15 000 covering the game.
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Five Vets On Bears Cage Five
California fans rally around Berkeley basketball as the of blue and gold team shows promise. Coach Earl Wright says practice began November 1 with exams closing, veterans include LeHand Thompson Kincaid Tait ONeill and Houventin. Freshmen Kyte Farrar and Clement also push for varsity time.
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Prexy Jim Boldt Returns From Big Baseball Journey
Jim Boldt arrives home from Louisville and New York with word the tribe seeks a third baseman and other players. He praises Manager Harry Wolverton and expects East deals to boost the Indians into the race. Boldt says the club has opened the pocketbook to land targets.
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Vancouver Strengthens for Seattle Ice Game
Vancouver will be strengthened for the Christmas afternoon clash with Seattle. Corbet Denneny, a crack Toronto forward, arrives in British Columbia to finish the season with the Maroons, and Art Duncan, the disabled defense star, will also return to the lineup on Monday.
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Inglewood Courses to Open Saturday for Play
The Inglewood golf course will be ready for play again Saturday per Dr. C. B. Ford chair of the greens' committee. All city courses are expected to be ready by that time.
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Harry Lauder Writing a Book
Sir Harry Lauder confirms he is at work on a book in London stating it will be verra funny. He describes the project as his forthcoming authorial work. The comedian vows the book will capture his humor and persona for readers.
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Kites See Price Increase as Interest Recurs in New York
In New York on December 21 prices for kites rose as manufacturers report a renewed demand for flying kites. In Berlin the Romanian embassy door was bricked up by the German landlord who barred entry until six months’ rent arrears were paid.
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Spitter May Return As Lively Ball Fuels Hitting
The lively ball boosts batting and belies pitcher control. Red Faber and Urban Shocker, top AL pitchers, still used the spitball last year, fueling speculation that the pitch could be legalized again after earlier ban by rulemakers.
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Waivers Delay Big Trade In Yankee-Pac Coast Deal
New York reporters say Jakey May star pitcher of the Pacific Coast league will join the Yankees once waivers are granted on one more player to send to Vernon as part of the deal. Fd Barrow Yankees business manager says terms not yet released. cash and three players reportedly involved.
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West Virginia Leaves East for Christmas San Diego Game
Morgantown West Virginia December 20 Twenty five players coaches and trainers of the West Virginia university football squad left for San Diego to face Gonzaga on Christmas day Head coach Dr C W Spears said the regular players were in good condition and they expected to win.
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Millionaires Plan New Golf Club Near Locust Valley
A group of New York financiers led by Vincent AstorGeorge F BakerMarshall FieldJohn D RyanHarry Payne Whitneyand J P Morgan formed a syndicate to build a new million dollar golf club near Locust Valley. The facility will be built for their game according to reports.
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Niehaus Sold to Southern League Club
Dick Niehaus a left handed pitcher formerly with Sacramento has been sold to an Atlanta based Southern league club by the Reading International league organization.
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Landis weighs gambling report from baseball inquiry
Commissioner Landis examined the American league two year investigation into gambling in baseball as he reviewed an elaborately prepared report and supporting private detective findings.
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Burke Coaches Red Sox Again
Chicago December 11 Jimmy Burke will be retained as coach of the Boston Red Sox under new manager Frank Chance. The move keeps Burke in his previous role as the club reshapes its leadership and staff for the upcoming season.
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Boxing Night Shifts From Seattle To Tacoma and Everett
Boxing takes a temporary rest in Seattle as fans turn to Everett and Tacoma for entertainment. Travie Davin and Eddie Roberts headline Tacoma action tonight, while tomorrow Everett hosts Dode Bercett in an eight round bout against Young O Dowd. Hercules Hercott remains undefeated in 11 fights with five wins by knockout, noted for body punching and clever two handed technique.
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Players Figure Change Will Do Ehmke Real Good
New York December 21 Reuters report asks who will win more American League games this summer between Howard Ehmke and Rip Collins. Ehmke, traded from Detroit, is seen as having rebounded with a tough-to-hit reputation, while Collins supports Boston with strong recent form.
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Bantamweight Rivals Set for Semi-Windup Under Eagle Lodges
Two weeks ago Eddie Moore and Eddie Netfl, seasoned bantamweights from Tacoma and Everett, meet Frankie Huntt in a prior bout. They return in the semi-windup to the Evercott-O Dowd headliner as both shows are staged by local Eagle lodges.
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Nick Altrock’s Comic Evolution From Pitcher to Stage Act
Baseball clown Nick Altrock turned to daily life for material, tracing acts from a slack wire neighbor to shadow boxing lessons with Johnny Kilbane and wrestling ideas after a shoulder injury. He recalls watching rehearsals, adapting routines, and enduring a chipped bone while crafting his comic performances.
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Knights defeat Cance A.C. 54 to 23 at Casey gym
Knights of Columbus basketball team routed Cance Athletic Club 54 to 23. Center Stan Fiddie led with 19 points as the Knights improve before facing Orting, Washington next Wednesday at the K of C gym.
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Yankees Rejected Benton Despite St. Paul Star’s Skill
New York reports Ban Johnson opposed signing Rube Benton, former Giant pitcher who starred with St. Paul last season. A National League manager echoed that Benton would not help their club, leaving Colonel Huston to weigh options.
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Dempsey May Sail for Europe If Offer Falls Short
New York reports that heavyweight star Jack Dempsey may depart for Europe late in January if American promoters do not present an attractive proposal. Dan MacKettrick, his Eastern representative, cites the potential trip as contingent on offers.
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Sparrow fined by league for attack on goal umpire
Spunk Sparrow faces a heavy fine from the Western Canada hockey league after an incident against goal umpire Keefe last night. Referee Poulin will consult Prairie league president Richardson on the offense when he returns to Canada next week. The game featured Seattle vs Regina with notable performances from Morris and Stanley. Regina won in overtime after Sparrow’s disputed goal, as Holmes faced multiple scoring chances and Tatra made a key save.
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Caps win 6 to 5 in overtime
Regina caps rally to beat Seattle Mets 6 to 5 in a tense overtime thriller at the Arena. Sparrows ejection and a goalie dispute preceded Barney Stanley’s OT winner as Seattle led 6 4 late. Jim Riley and Frank Foysten scored for the Mets in the first period before overtime.
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