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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1927
Page
10
Rumors swirl around St Louis Cardinals prospects for the 1929 season as Grover Alexander steps into a larger role while the team refines its lineup. The squad trains in Florida amid questions about star power and penalties as managers weigh pitching depth and offense.
The Richwine soccer team starts its spring season Sunday at 2 30 p m on Richwine field against the Workers of Cleveland. Peter Kidd takes over as manager from Alf Wheatley who resigned last week. Richwine is tied for first in the Cleveland league after winning Lorain County last season. players report at 1 40 p m.
Cambridge rowed to a three length victory over Oxford in the 79th interuniversity boat race on the Thames at Mortlake. Oxford, choosing the Surrey side after winning the toss, aims to celebrate tonight in London while Cambridge notches its 35th triumph. record remains 18 minutes 29 seconds set by Oxford in 1911.
Rory Cruickshank, the Scotchman, fired a final 69 over the last 15 holes to win the United North and South Open at Pinehurst, posting 255 for the 72 holes. Walter Hagen finished two strokes back, Emmett French and Johnny Farrell tied for third at 292, with Leo Deigel and John Golden at 293 each. This marks Cruickshank’s fourth major winter win after titles in the Texas Open, the South Central Open, and the Los Angeles Open.
Elyria PLYEUA HICH tracksters practice at the Alumni field and gym as they prepare for a tough season. Lakewood is favored in the Lake Erie League but Elyria aims to challenge for second. Ten returning athletes anchor events while several fields lack specialists. Coach Vaughn and Captain Van Oster seek new talent in sprint and field events. The interclass meet runs April 4–8 at Alumni field with seniors expected to win but tough lower-class rivals present. A Lake Erie League meet is planned for April 18 at Cleveland public auditorium, details forthcoming.
The Sport Shoppe reopens with editorials on Lorain tax revaluations and local sports. Cleveland Indians and Babe Ruth comparisons appear alongside discussion of George Burns taking field captaincy and Burns past during last season. Mention of municipal golf course site and Springley opening to nearby freeholders prompts local concern. The column notes Elyria’s westward progress and council’s Republican leanings as the city looks to golf expansion and sports interest.
The part commission and planning board should study the matter as the city grows. While mourning the passing of the Wilder name, we are glad the boys survived, and the shift to Hilyria offers a public spirited, beneficial use. The Wilder traditions remain, with no ill deeds by any man.
John McGraw reshapes the New York Giants with multiple trades bringing in Rogers Hornsby Burley Grimes and other rookies while shipping out key stars including George Kelly Frank Frisch Irish Meusel and Jimmy Ring. Reports say the shake up weakens the club as training camp delays and contract disputes disrupt on field balance.
Decatur Alabama April 2 Jack Hendricks Cincinnati Reds manager speaks in New York before Florida training camp. He says the Reds may still contend despite losses and notes Roush, Critz, and Luque issues. He predicts the Pirates may win the pennant if the Reds falter while praising Art Nehf and the pitching staff's potential.
Johnny Mostil of the Chicago White Sox, who recently attempted suicide, will arrive in Chicago for immediate dental work. In Dallas, Kaufman and Bush guided the Cubs to a 3-1 win over a Texas league club, Kaufman starting four innings with one hit allowed. Blankenship pitched nine for Shreveport in another game. Jack Wempney, ex-heavyweight,, trains and hopes to reenter the ring, eyeing a Tunney clash. Pittsburgh beat Houston 4-0 behind strong pitching, while Beaumont slid past St Louis 4-3. Detroit defeated Fort Worth 6-1, with Detroit’s attack firing on all cylinders. New York reported Jack Thumaney, light heavyweight champion, signed for three summer bouts under Tex Rickard to defend his title.
New York April 3 One radical idea by Dr Arneat M Hopkins president of Dartmouth College urges a two game schedule to boost football health Harvard would play Michigan on a set date with each team traveling to the other's campus Critics say first teams would clash with top opponents while second teams or junior squads play a secondary game Faculty may push for two equal varsity teams but intra mural play would be needed to judge strength The plan is seen as a potential solution to commercial football pressures though it risks misinterpretation by critics
A veteran manager argues college football funds athletic programs, noting subsidies, facilities, and personnel rely on football profits. He cites military academies like West Point and Annapolis as top athletic producers that receive no government athletic subsidies, highlighting football’s broad institutional impact. He emphasizes football’s strong link to overall physical development and success across major colleges.
Jon T. Tilden, 11, America's top junior tennis player, overcame an early deficit to defeat George M. Lott, 1r, Chicago, 11-9, 0-6, 5-2, 6-1 to win the South Atlantic championship in Augusta. Lott had led 5-2 as the veteran rallied, tiring in the second set before delivering a late surge to clinch victory.
Conference of race track officials in Louisville decided the year’s top turf engagements. Upcoming events include Preakness Stakes at Pimlico on May ?, Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 14, Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park on June 11, Latonia Derby on June 28, and Lincoln Handicap at Lincoln Fields on July 9. In Philadelphia, Greek wrestler Jim Londes defeated Alen Biustaco in 61 minutes 13 seconds.
The passage notes the Navy tang's undefeated streak in gymnastics, a record heightening its prestige. It suggests the endurance mirrors that seen in secular educational institutions, marking a historical dominance across schools and programs.
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