Fulton threatens to lick entire heavyweight division
Fred Fulton declares he will challenge the heavyweight division if Willard does not meet him. His manager Frank Force says Fulton is the only fighter worthy of facing Willard, and Fulton plans to sweep the division if not matched soon. Moran is mentioned as a potential early target, amid promoter speculation and hesitance.
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Magnates Meet as Baseball Salaries Scrutinized
In a satirical piece set around the national leagues, readers learn magnates plan to cut player salaries ahead of meetings. The column notes two leagues sharing a single goal and mentions Fred Toney, Reds pitcher, passing a milestone as a highlight.
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Notable Baseball Youth and Coaching Figures Highlight 1930s Era
The text recalls amateur and early professional players in St. Louis and Sedalia, detailing Ed and Reulbach’s brief pro stints, Notre Dame ties, and changes in teams during 1914–15. It also notes John Francis Moakley’s 53rd birthday and Cornell cross country success under his guidance, plus profiles of Young Jack O’Brien and Philadelphia boxing legends, tracing their careers and reputations.
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Baseball Circles of 1908 to Ed Reulbach’s Career
The piece traces the path of pitcher Ed Reulbach from early 1900s baseball in Kentucky and the Blue Grass League to the Major Leagues with the Cubs in 1911 and later teams. It notes his 1914 21 win season, 1915 NL ranking, and a decline in 1916 with the Reds, plus Reulbach’s long career and Detroit birth in 1882.
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Chance’s Humor and Tough Hand in Cubs Memoir
In a Chicago fanning bee discussion, Artie Hofman recalls Frank Chance’s stern management. He recounts late nights in the lobby and Chance enforcing rules with a sharp rebuke. The tale also notes Chance benching pitcher Ritchie after a late night and rewards later with winnings, illustrating his mix of mentorship and discipline.
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Practical gifts a man would buy for himself
A lighthearted retail note lists practical items a man would purchase for personal use. The piece contrasts festive beribboned trinkets with utilitarian goods and suggests every man would value practical gifts, even if he smiles politely at decorative tokens.
All Star Eleventh Picks from Eastern Colleges
Consensus All-Eastern football selections favor players from seven colleges led by Yale Pittsburgh and Pennsylvania. Herron of Pittsburgh and Moseley of Yale top the backfield list with Oliphant Army and Pollard Brown strong at halves and Berry Pennsylvania at fullback.
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