Johnson Faces Last Stand in Landis Showdown
Ban Johnson, head of the American League, prepares for a pivotal clash with Judge Landis and league magnates in Chicago. The meeting, set for Monday, aims to settle the Cobb-Speaker dispute as Landis seeks a decisive confrontation and Johnson battles to defend his reforms and leadership of baseball.
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Boxing Gala Draws Large Crowd at Armory Show
A cosmopolitan crowd watched five boxing bouts at the Armory last night. The main event featured Wille Promey versus Tex Blav with a close finish after twelve rounds. Shaddock defeated Pat Reilly in a tough six round bout, while Wilkes stopped Matt Lewis in the prelims. Midget Tobey and Billy Mitchel staged an exhibition, and Eddie Buell edged Terry O Day in a six round semi final. The card drew strong attendance and praise for action packed ringside.
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Ex-Insurance Commissioner Harve Cooper Declares Bankruptcy
Baltimore January 20 Harve E Cooper former Maryland state insurance commissioner who resigned after illness and reappointment by Governor Ilitchie was adjudged a bankrupt in Federal district court. Receivers were appointed to administer his estate. He had also resigned as president of the Denton National Bank after a brief period in real estate and legal practice followed by a nervous breakdown.
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Greenleaf to Defend Title in Three Night Match
New York January 20 Halph Greenleaf world pocket billiard champion opens a three night defense against Edwin Rudolph of Chicago tonight. The 460 point match is in blocks of 150 with Rudolph earning the challenge by finishing second in the prior tournament that crowned Greenleaf last November in Philadelphia.
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Fist Fight Notes From A Western Ring Report
The review describes an Indian fighter Tex Stovall and opponent Promey in a prize bout, with observers noting smoke, crowd reaction, and a vivid yet candid wartime style. It praises Stovall’s precency and skill, while savoring the colorful, uncertain prose of the author and the messy but lively reporting tone.
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World Champs Line-Up Intact Except Hornsby Traded
The St Louis Cardinals head to 1944 with a nearly unchanged lineup minus manager Rogers Hornsby, traded to the Giants. Frisch moves to second, Blades and Southworth bolster the defense, with Dob behind the plate as O'Farrell returns as manager. Training camp opens February with 41 exhibitions against major league clubs, including the Yankees.
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Mutes Rally To Beat St James By Wide Margin
Maryland School for the Deaf team defeated St James School 86 to 29 in a fast game. Deluca and Downes led the Deaf with most points, while Warfield and Bishop stood out for St James. Final period sealed the outcome as the Deaf pressed ahead and built a comfortable lead.
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Bristling Battles and Boxing Legends Recap
Fragmented reminiscence recounts early boxing rivalries and ringside tales. The narrator mentions Tex Rickard, Jack Dempsey, Gene Tunney, and Canadian fighter Gillmore, recalling fights, fistic strategy, and a Salvation Army audience at a pivotal moment in boxing history.
Sam Langford to Undergo Eye Operation in Boston
Sam Langford formerly great heavyweight boxer, described as "tartaby" of other days, will receive medical care in Boston including possible operation to prevent complete blindness. A rally by black and white boxers drew 36,000 attendees and sportsmen raised more than $6,000 for the cause.
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Cobb Sails to Cleveland Amid Baseball Scandal Questions
Tyrus Cobb departed for Cleveland this morning, declining to comment on whether the trip concerns the ongoing baseball scandal involving him and Tris Speaker. Also reported is Billy Sarris's boxing victory over Young Booth by a close decision at the Cocimon Wealth Club in Todmond, Va, with Harrid displaying the stronger form most of the bout.
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Bresnahan to Take Jennings Position in New Role
Fragmented text indicates Roger Bresnahan to assume Jennings position with Christy Mathewson styled team connections. Mentions 1987 era context and health related ouster of Hughey, with references to Warren Cote and DeWitt appearing in related notes.
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