Johnson Says Cobb and Speaker Were Not Equal to Jobs
Chicago dispatch reports President Johnson of the American League demanded resignations of Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker over managerial failures not alleged crookedness. He cites Cobb’s harsh treatment of players and Speaker’s betting on horse races, saying the two leaders failed to uphold public trust and must go. The piece notes ongoing friction with Landis and expected hearings Monday.
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Washington
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Detroit
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Paris Island
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Clavaland Club
Bookie Claims Hornsby Owes $392000 Over Bets
A prominent bookie accuses Rogers Hornsby of a gambling debt of 392000 following Hornsby’s two year NY contract worth 40000 per unit. The dispute centers on alleged bet winnings and his stance on stage money in a wartime era. Babe Ruth’s betting habits are also noted as part of the discussion.
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Martinsburg Club May Move to Municipal Field
A committee from the Blue Ridge League backed Martinsburg Club seeks permission from Martinsburg city fathers to build a modern Sageball plant on Lambert Weld, the municipal athletic field. The process faces expected opposition as business and professional leaders plan to press for site approval.
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Bristling Battles or Bare Fist Days with Billy Frazier
McAuliffe recalls a Boston boxing episode in 1886 when Billy Frazier backed his early career with a $5 stake after tough start. The story covers his training, a rough bout in a loft, Patsy Sheppard’s surprising role, and a lesson learned about predatory tactics and promoting fights.
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Charlie Mitchell
Billy Frazier
Harvard University
Patsy Sheppard
Boston
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Yanks vote to cast ballot for Barrow as Johnson successor
The New York World reports New York Yankees may back Edward G. Barrow to replace Ban Johnson if ousted by Commissioner Landis. Owners meet in Chicago to discuss the Cobb-Speaker case while potential successor ballot for Johnson starts amid chatter of a 40,000 yearly salary. Plans outline a Pacific coast network of stations in Seattle Spokane Portland San Francisco and Los Angeles costing about 500000. Boxing tonight Armory.
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New York American League Club
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Chicago
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Spokane
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Los Angeles
Boxing Tonight
Armory
Ptomey Faces Stovall In Big Armory Boxing Show
Tonight at the State Armory two top fighters collide with PTomey defending his service middleweight title against Tex Stovall from Washington. The undercard features twelve rounds of hard-hitting action as Buell Glover meets Eddie Koping in the semi final and O'Day of Ireland battles Terry ODay with both bouts shaping the rough card.
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Weaver challenges Shaffer in Cumberland boxing card
In Cumberland on January 17 1920 Buck Weaver signals readiness to face Shaffer or other welterweights including Irish Tracy and Mika Farrell. Ed Shaddock of Baltimore eyes Pat Reily of Chambersburg for a heavy bout while midget and colored heavyweight attractions fill the program. Ringside seats $2, general admission $1.25.
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Dutch Chaffer
Hagerstown
Bia Cholledga
Irish Tracy
Mika Farrel
McGee
Emporium
Young Light
Buck Weaver
Cumberland, Ma
Ed Shaddock
Baltimore
Pat Reily
Chambersburg
Reily
Altoona
Baltimore Battler
Washington
Kid Lewis
Ianyoo
Gale
Armory
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