Champions Dempsey And Leonard Urged To Fight Soon Or Retire
In New York on January 14 1920s era column weighs heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey and lightweight champion Benny Leonard. Authors urge action or retirement, noting possible opponents Harry Wills Tommy Gibbons and other contenders while criticizing Leonard and praising Dempseys bold talk and public interest in future clashes.
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Joe Williams
New York
Aviator
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Harry Villa
Tommy Gibbons
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Lis
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Seywill Battle Remains In 1943 Contention Likely Repeats
Seywill and Battle are projected to clash again in 1943 as rivals with a potential look similar to prior matchups. Analysts anticipate another tight race with key players from both sides, and organizers hint at a renewed schedule.
Lefty George Tops New York Pennsylvania League Pitchers
Veteran portsider Lefty George led the New York Pennsylvania League with 25 wins and 8 losses, placing 8 points ahead of the nearest rival. He previously starred for York in an exhibition at Willow Lane Park where he was knocked from the mound by Bullet Thewn.
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Player recalled to Fort Worth after Wichita Falls stint
The player spent several weeks in Wichita Falls before being recalled by Fort Worth to finish the season, returning to the team duties and completing the campaign as planned.
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Fort Worth
Wyandots Beat Frederick 82 48 In Local Basketball Action
Wyandots, leading the local amateur league, defeated Frederick's Company A 82 to 48 last night. Blethen starred at center for Wyandots, with Wilson scoring seven and Potterfield eight. Substitutions included Mangans for Gordon. game featured 20 minute halves and multiple field goals by Shipley, Wilson, Potterfield, Kroh, Wright, and Blethen.
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Wet umpire pins decline in pitching to lazy work
Yommy Connolly a veteran AL umpire with 23 years in baseball says pitching in the majors has deteriorated. He estimates today’s pitching is about 0 percent efficient and notes only a dozen outstanding pitchers, down from twice that number a decade ago. He cites the lively ball and reduced pride in pitching as the cause of the decline.
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Breckenridge Named Manager Of Waynesboro Villagers
Local sports writers debate whether Breckenridge or Snyder would lead the Waynesboro Villagers. Breckenridge, the Harrisburg man, was officially named manager after earlier denials, with reports tracing his career from Harrisburg to Akron and Vernon. Club officials say the choice is sound and he will also pitch on the mound next season.
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Pennant Plays Basketball by Ed Stewart
Texas Champions Southwest details a fast break sequence with Forward 1 striking 16 feet from center, Guard 4 receiving a lofted pass, and Center option to shoot or pass to Forward 1 or 2 while Guard 6 becomes basket guard in a dynamic oncourt drill-style description.
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Down the Alleys: Local Bowling Results Jan. 12
Lingerstown G C defeated Waynes, 2140 to 2016. Charles Town beat Winchester 1729 to 18d. Martinsburgh over Berkeley Springs 1903 to 1809. Itttagera town L Frederick postponed. Highest pinfall by son Hagerstown CO 509.
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Southern California not pursuing Rockne as coach
San Francisco January 1. USC is not making special efforts to alienate Rockne, Notre Dame football mentor, but seeks to negotiate two home and home games with his squad. HH. A. Stomter, secretary and treasurer of USC, said today.
Binland area totals 4563 acres and 53 acres
A local report states the total area of Binland is 4563 acres plus 53 acres for a combined land plot. The item notes measurements in acres and presents the figure as the overall size of the region.
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Radio Schedule Highlights Face Broad Network Listings
United Press compiled roster shows WEAF and WHN NY listings with orchestras, recitals, talks, and college programs across Eastern and Central time zones. Programs feature Army Band, soprano solos, university concerts, and nightly orchestral broadcasts from stations in New York Philadelphia Detroit Denver and more.
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