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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1916

Page

8

Y M C A Basketball Night Features Two Matches

The Commercial League Tuesday includes Ed J. Higgins Candy Company versus Albright and Wood five. Bauers meets Martins in the second game starting at 8 15. Admission is free for the public. Birmingham Y M C A plans a February 26 game at 8 p.m. against the league’s top team following a recent win over Columbus.

Ed J. Higgins Candy Company Albright & Wood Five Bauers and Martins Birmingham Y. M. C. A Birmingham Columbus

Indianapolis fighter trips Los Angeles rival in Memphis bout

Jack Dillon of Indianapolis floored Vic Hanson of Los Angeles six times in the third and fourth rounds of an eight round light heavyweights contest in Memphis. Hanson clinched after the fourth round as Dillon won an easy decision.

Memphis Tenn Jack Dillon Indianapolis Vick Hanson Los Angeles Hanson

Women Metropolitan Golf Championship to be played at Baltusrol

The annual championship tournament of the Women's Metropolitan Golf Association will be held the week of June 12 at Baltusrol Club in Baltusrol New Jersey. Women golfers from across the country usually participate.

New York Metropolitan Golf Association Baltusrol Club Baltusrol N. J

Baltimore athlete George J. Turner elected AAU president

George J. Turner of Baltimore Maryland, former standout athlete and college rower, elected president of the Amateur Athletic Union. He starred at St Marys College Emmitsburg and captained the Baltimore Athletic Club eight which was undefeated. Turner served as first lieutenant and battalion adjutant in the Spanish American War with the Fifth Maryland Regiment.

George J. Turner Baltimore Amateur Athletic Union St. Mary's College Emmitsburg Baltimore Athletic Club Turner Fifth Maryland Regiment

Coon Hunting Still Man's Game Says Morris Ackerman

Morris Ackerman of the Fish and Game Protective Association outlines practical tips for coon hunting. He emphasizes night work, multiple dogs, ample territory, collaboration, lighting, and safety gear, including lanterns lineman's climbers and a 22 revolver for dispatch.

Morris Ackerman The Fish and Game Protective Association Carticle

Best Hunting Sit Down Says Indian Leader for Moose and Deer

An Indian hunter offers advice on tracking moose and deer, stressing stealth, observation, and resting positions. He explains moose behavior, how to read tracks and signs, and the advantage of remaining still rather than footnoise. He notes the elder’s wisdom and the value of quiet, patient approach to wildlife.

Gee-Te-Mo

Sporse Notes Highlight Spring Signups and Wresting Sparks

Larry Cheney assures Brooklyn owner his arm is strong. Charley Weeghman sells Schultz to Pittsburgh. Yale hires Sweeney as consulting coach amid football runs. Nelson sues Fay Nelson for divorce. Gotch to return for circus. Winding through boxing and wrestling notes, Wilson packs Coliseum as Cubs train, Stovall joins Federal League hunt.

Larry Cheney Ebbets Brooklyn Charley Weeghman Chicago Cubs Schultz Pittsburgh Pirates Sweeney Yale Nelson Fay King Frank Gotch Gotch Howard Drew New York Willard-Moran Joe Welling Cubs Wilson St. Louis George Stovall George Freddy Welsh Johnny Kilbane National Commission

Carlisle Stars Turn to Coaching Across Colleges

Old Carlisle stars become coaches across the college circuit. Lonestar Dietz, former Carlisle tackle, leads Washington State and defeats Oregon State. Exendine, a Carlisle back, builds Georgetown’s team. Jim Thorpe coaches at Indiana University and nearly forces a tie with Washington and Lee.

Carlisle Indians Carlisle Lonestar

Core een Sacee in Geee 14 RS ao OINT

Unable to determine readable facts from the fragment. The text references a product or remedy with unclear description and pricing but lacks clear person, place, or event details to form a factual summary.

Baseball Contracts Drift as Spring Opens

Tristram Speaker and Joe Wood have not signed contracts yet. Boston adds Joseph Devine to its catching department. Contingencies loom as managers weigh term deals and possible managerial shifts. Fans count seats for Reds Cubs opener and Beals receives unconditional release in Philadelphia.

Tristram Speaker Boston Red Sox Joe Wood Spoke Joseph Devine Albany N. Y Carrigan

Burglary Foiled as Woman Hears Intruder at Smith Home

Police report a Sunday night attempt to rob J. O. Smith at 255 St. Anthony Street. Mrs. Smith's screams drove burglars away. a hatchet was found beneath the front window. Detectives are investigating the incident.

J. O. Smith St. Anthony Street

Man Cleared in Fatal Shooting Case After Self-Defense Claim

John Keith of Chunchula was arraigned for shooting Lige Johnson on February 5 but discharged after evidence showed Johnson attacked Keith with a tomato can. In separate cases Bill Riley was fined one dollar or ten days, Sam Scott one dollar or ten days, Roxanna Nelson discharged on assault charges.

John Keith Chunchula Inferior Criminal Court Lige Johnson Johnson Keith Bill Riley Sam Scott Roxanna Nelson

Ex Deputy Lynch Docketed After Elmira Street Liquor Seizure

Dennis Lynch an ex deputy sheriff was docketed at the police station Monday afternoon in connection with the seizure of liquor in a house in Our Alley near Elmira street Lynch says he is not guilty of the charge Tiger is the nickname given to the ex deputy.

Dennis Lynch

Uncle Mose White on Sick List Hoping for Recovery

Uncle Mose White is on the sick list with a doctor at his side. Hope remains that he may recover soon if he makes up his mind to get well.

Uncle Mose Mose White

Railway offers limited lumber storage on river docks

The Alabama Tennessee and Northern Railway announces space on its deep water docks on the west bank of the river for lumber logs ties and other heavy commodities with storage and water facility options. Shed space on Blakely Island can also be secured and any amount of space needed.

Blakely Island

Willard Moran boxing bout may be postponed today

Chicago report says the March 8 Willard Moran fight in New York may be postponed for two weeks due to Willard's throat cold. Tom Jones, Willard's manager, asked promoter Tex Rickard for delay and Rickard's local representative will visit Willard today to decide the action.

Chicago Willard-Moran New York Willard Chicago Athletic Club Tom Jones Tex Rickard Rickard

National Indoor Tennis Championship Sows Round Ahead

New York report dated February 15 describes three set matches as players reach the round before the semi finals. Winners include W. C. Grant George King A. H. Mann Jr Dr A W Waite W M Washburn G A Walker joining R. Lindley Murray who advanced on Saturday. Grant defeats S Howard Voshell 7 5 5 7 6 4. Ging beats George E Wagner 8 6 6 2. Mann defeats H S Parker 11 9 2 6 9 7. J Harry Steinkampf beats J L Anderson 6 1 6 1.

New York W. C. Grant George King A. H. Mann, Jr A. W. Waite W. M. Washburn G. A. Walker, Jr R. Lindley Murray Grant S. Howard Voshell Brooklyn Ging Columbia University George E. Wagner Buffalo Star Mann Yale H. S. Parker J. Harry Steinkampf J. L. Anderson

Father Salentin to Lecture At St Joseph's Church

Rev. Father W. Salentin S. J. of St. Joseph's Catholic church will deliver a lecture Tuesday night to the mem-

Father Salentin Father W. Salentin S. J St. Joseph's Catholic Church

Candidate for Circuit Court Judge in Mobile County

A formal political notice announces candidacy for the Circuit Court judge seat in Mobile County in the Democratic primary scheduled for May 9, 1916. The filing is paid for by the respective candidate.

Circuit Court Mobile County Norvelle R. Leigh Jr Mobile Ala Saeed Court Judg Thomas * Smith Price Williams P. Williams Edward D. Laurendine Palmetto St

Lecture on Germany and the Catholic Church in St Mary’s

Members of St Mary’s Holy Name Society attend an 8 o’clock talk at St Mary’s School Building. The lecture explores Germany and the Catholic Church as part of a planned series to benefit members. The loafer is noted for not loafing alone.

Bers St. Mary’s

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