Freshman Half Shines For Washington frosh
Washington yearlings were routed 29 to 0 by Washington State freshmen but George Wilson stood out. The Everett product showed off tackle power and long passing, guiding the secondary defense despite little help at end. His performance hints at future stardom if he improves. Everett high falls to Whatcom in a 14 to 0 prep upset.
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Babe Ruth Must Train Next Season
A historic note on Babe Ruth's decline as fans lose interest despite past heroics. The piece argues Ruth lacked training focus, relying on reputation while rivals like Dempsey and Tilden exemplify peak brain, eye, and muscle coordination. It questions whether Ruth can return to form for a 66,000-seat New York park.
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New York American League
California Backfield Split Squads For Saturday Game
California will field two complete backfields for the Saturday game. Spalding and Nichols at halves Nisbit at fullback Erb at quarterback are expected to start. Coach Smith reserves Dunn Burgess Morrison and Evans for the second string. Both groups are considered nearly equal in strength.
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Evans
Duke Morrison
California punter Nisbit finds dropkick knack for 46 yarder
Nisbit, one of the best punters, finally delivers a 46 yard dropkick against Washington State. Morrison adds a yard line kick. Brick Muller, a standout passer and end, is hurt by injuries and may not start Saturday with Hufford in reserve.
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Nisbit
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Hornsby Talks On Home Runs
Rogers Hornsby explains how he surpassed Babe Ruth as the home run leader with a modest claim that livelier balls shorter fences or poorer pitching aided his power. He says he still swings the same way but the ball travels farther now.
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Rogers Hornsby
Babe Ruth
Iowa Hard Hitting Season Ahead Against Yale
Iowa faces a busy fall as coach Howard Jones readies the team for action after the Yale matchup. The article notes Jones is preparing for a demanding schedule with high expectations for the season.
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Yale
Howard Jones
Golden Bears Dominate Cougars in 61–0 Victory
Berkeley routs Washington State 61 to 0 as California’s machine proved nearly flawless on both offense and defense. Morry Morrison scored 18 points, Nisbet added 18, with multiple backs contributing as the Bears impressively overwhelmed a weakened Cougars squad.
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Morry” Morrison
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Bears and Cards Show Good Form
The University of California football team routed Washington State 61 to 0, signaling strong form for the season. Stanford defeated Nevada 17 to 7, signaling a tough test next against USC. Multnomah A. C. beat C. A. C. 6 to 0 and Olympic Club defeated Santa Clara 3 to 0.
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Covington Sets Dropkick World Record for Centre College
Centre star Covington, replacing Bo McMillan at Centre College, kicked six successful drop goals in a Danville game, establishing a world record. The prior mark was five, held by B. W. Trafford and Walter Kekersall. Covington’s six included kicks from the 40, 30, and 30 yard lines.
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Chicago
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Spencer Captures Captain's Cup in 36-Hole Final
Spencer scored a surprise victory at Inglewood defeating Rush Extee four up with three to play in the 36 hole finale of the president's cup. He wins the trophy donated by P. H. Watt and secures a lead on the R Know Roberts cup.
Boldt's Team Triumphs in 7 0 Victory at Hiawatha Field
Boldt's eleven shut out West Seattle 7 to 0 at Hiawatha field yesterday. Saturday they travel to Roslyn to face a picked squad from Roslyn and Cie Elum.
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Cobb Sticks to Yankees After Giants Walloping
Ty Cobb remains convinced the Yankees are the greatest team in baseball despite a decisive loss to the Giants. He hints that Hugging may share the belief.
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Indians Acquire Star Third Baseman Walter Lutzske
Cleveland announces the purchase of Walter Lutzske, the Kansas City third baseman, as of November 6. The move strengthens the Indians infield with a proven power hitter and veteran defender.
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Maple Leafs Win Soccer Go In City League Action
The Maple Leafs defeated West Seattle 3 to 2 in the featured game at Woodland Park. In junior division play Washington Park beat Allen Athletic 1 to 0 while West Seattle and Ben Paris’ Billiards tied 1 to 1.
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Big Three opening clash highlights college football weekend
Harvard faces Princeton in Cambridge in the first Big Three battle. Yale meets Maryland while Army and Notre Dame meet at West Point. Navy hosts St Xavier in Annapolis and Ohio State meets Wisconsin in Columbus. Illinois and Minnesota duel in Madison as Washington and Oregon test in Iowa City and Los Angeles.
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Major League Team Sets Asia Tour Schedule
A major league team in the Orient will open with Kelo University in Tokyo on November 4. The tour closes with a game in Manila on December 30.
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Baseball Gossip on 1928 Prospects and Team Moves
The column surveys 1928 plans and trades across the majors. It mentions Vernon considering George Cutshaw at second but Pratt expected to open the bag for Detroit and a coaching post for Cutshaw with the Tigers. It notes Chief Bender returning to the Eastern league, Ed Barney’s Seattle pinch hitting, and Sherwood Magee’s Minneapolis record. Cincinnati courting Buzz Arlett with pitching input from Pinelli Bohne Couch and Fonseca. It also notes ballpark changes in Philadelphia and spring camp battles in New York Giants camp plus ownership moves in Portland and player acquisitions by the Giants.
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Toronto
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Reading
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Seattle
Sherwood Magee
Minneapolis
Presidents May Get Pasadena Bid Again
The article reviews college football results with California, Wisconsin, Alabama, and Penn State among contenders for a Pasadena bid. It notes Lafayette’s upset loss, Princeton narrowly beating Swarthmore, Harvard’s 24 to 0 win over Florida, Yale’s 20 to 6 victory over Brown, and California’s dominant 61 to 0 win over Washington State along with team strengths and player evaluations.
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Gridiron Gossip From Billy Evans on Western Football
Psychology plays its part in football and Iowa’s field entrance unsettled Yale as the Hawkeyes scored early. Northwestern’s Chuck Palmer returned a fumble 102 yards but records credit 110 yard runs by McCaa and Boynton. Centre and Washington and Lee draw attention ahead of November 11 Louisville showdown while Harvard, West Virginia, and Pitt also feature in the upcoming slate.
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Track Star Jose Ray Prepares for Pro Ring Debut
Ray, famed track champion, transitions from amateur success in Chicago to a professional boxing debut. The star of the cinder paths impressed crowds with a thunderbolt performance in his first Chicago bout.
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Prep Grid Leaders in Big Games
Franklin and Garfield, the only undefeated teams, face tough showdowns this week. Franklin meets Lincoln on Saturday in a major test, while Garfield plays Broadway. Franklin beat Ballard 18 to 6 behind Brice Taylor two touchdowns and Spellar’s 36 yard reception. Roosevelt upset Queen Anne 7 to 6, knocking them from the race after earlier losses to Lincoln.
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