Pirates Seek Pennant Lead In Final Series Showdown
In a tight pennant race, the Pittsburgh Pirates hold a two game edge over the St Louis Cardinals as they face Cincinnati and Chicago threats loom. Giants faded with Phillies rallying. several late innings decided outcomes as hitters produced 17 runs for Philadelphia while New York beat Boston and Cleveland halted Detroit in a net of tense late season games.
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Ready to Enter Ring Again York September 27
News item notes a former champion named Jack y arrived in New York for a test before returning to California for a prize bout, after defeats by Gene Tunner. Tarrell Swilred of Cincinnati reports Farrel, manager of the Hampton Cardinals, had his right thumb X-rayed to check for a break after a foul in Hugher Critzs.
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Bisons and Mud Hens Ready for Series in Toledo
BI Clymer leads the Buffalo Bisons champions of the International League toward the little World Series against the American Association titleholders. Casey Stengel’s Mud Hens hold a practice at Swayne Field. All tickets for Wednesday and Thursday games in Toledo are sold. The teams then meet in Buffalo Saturday and Sunday.
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Standings and results in the American and National Leagues
Standings show New York, Philadelphia, Washington, and Chicago near the top with varying records and games behind. American results include Petron taking Cleveland 2 1 and Washington 4 11, while national results list Philadelphia beating New York 9 2 and Chicago beating St Louis in extras. Today’s games include Philadelphia at New York and Washington at Boston.
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Dempsey Fight Decision Challenged by Commission
New York Sept 27 a divisive ruling over Jack Dempsey's bout with Firpo prompts calls to overturn referees' decisions. The New York Commission has repeatedly refused to reverse official outcomes in past fights, leaving Dempsey little ground for complaint as talks of a potential rematch fade.
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Tunney vows to fight on and plans future research
Gene Tunney, famed heavyweight champion, declares he will retain the title for years and may retire to pursue research, writing, and travel. He discusses future plans including laboratories, languages, and a possible marriage, and is seen with friend Eddie Eagan during a Cleveland vacation stop en route to New York and Maine. He hints at a long postbox life in and out of the ring.
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Dempsey Tunney Fight Spars Backlash and Protests
The excerpt notes that Dempsey had breaks in most big fights until Tunney, with protests now under advice. Len Flinn leads the Illinois commission effort amid fallout from Gibson and Bronson of the Tunney camp. Fouls of manipulation and referee fixing are the usual chatter after a major bout.
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Umpires for World Series ARF Named Chicago Seni Ban Jobn
Umpires appointed for the World Series include Chicago official Seni Ban Jobn, with selections announced ahead of the championship event. The roster emphasizes experienced men from major circuits and local associations.
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Umpires Appointed for World Series Games
Son, president of the American League, announced Porehe Gent of umpires R. F. Nallin and E. T. Orimby to officiate in the World Series games.
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Racing and Golf Meet Openings Highlight Busy Weekend
Sporting events today include racing at Aqueduct Marren de Grace Churchill Downs and Hawthorne. Trotting features the Grand Circuit at Lexington. Golf opens Kansas Seniors Championship at Salina and New Jersey Women’s Championship at Plainfield. Westchester Open at White Plains. Bench show at Valley Kennel Club Brattleboro Vermont.
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World Series Attendance Record Predicted for 1927
Enthusiasm for Ruth versus Gehrig in the home run duel and Yankees greatness sparks talk of record crowd for the 1927 World Series. Last year’s Cardinals Yanks set a new mark at 323,051 after 301,130 in 1923 for six games. Figures since 194? reveal the trend.
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Buckeyes Review Scrimmage After Film Session
Ohio State football players watched film of last week’s scrimmage at Ohio Stadium and heard Dr J W Wilce critique their play. They were ordered to improve before the season opener with Wittenberg Saturday as all injured players have recovered.
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Indians Lose Last Home Game in Detroit
Sept. 26 in Dunnfield Billy Billings pitched Detroit to a 2-1 win over Cleveland. Walter Miller started for the Tribe and allowed one hit per inning through eight, with Grant finishing a hitless ninth. Manush had a three-base hit, Myatt homered, Hellmann sacrificed, J Sewell and Fonseca executed a double play, Tavener and Blue joined the fielding. Detroit left seven men on base, Cleveland seven. Billings issued two walks to Miller two, Miller fanned three. Hits: Miller five, Grant none in one third of an inning. Evans and McGowan credited with the loss. Time 1:36.
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Ohio State Coach Warns On New Lateral Rule
Bowling Scores Columbus reports Dr. John Wilee head coach of Ohio State University criticizes the new lateral pass ruling. He warns it may slow the game and turn it into a basketball like outdoor contest as backward passes become dead balls, and predicts the rule will be heavily exploited. He remains skeptical about Ohio State’s title prospects yet expects a balanced team.
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Western Conference Picks to Win: Minnesota Favored
Cleveland timing notes predict Minnesota to win the 1927 Big Ten title as Michigan loses star players Friedman, Molenda, and others. Northwestern, Purdue, Illinois, and Chicago show strong returns. Iowa and Indiana overlooked, while Ohio State and Wisconsin face rebuilding. The survey ranks Minnesota first, followed by Purdue, Northwestern, Michigan, Ohio State, and Chicago.
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Leading Hitters in Major Leagues and Leaders a Year Ago
A fragment listing top hitters by club with games at bats runs and hits for the major leagues. Mentions Simmons of Philadelphia, Heilmann Detroit Gehrig New York Fothergill Detroit Combs New York Waner Pittsburgh Hinesby New York Waner Pittsburgh Traynor Pittsburgh Hargrave Cincinnati as a year-ago leader.
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Historic Capital yearling candidates report to coach
Capital University reports its largest yearling candidate squad in history with 24 turnout under Coach Donald Lagely. Several are known prep stars as preparations begin for the upcoming season.
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Bullion and specie moved by air between London and Paris
Over the past four years bullion and specie totaling 159 million have been carried between London and Paris by air plane.
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