Illinois investigates Chicago boxing and wrestling practices
Chicago set for a state legislative inquiry into boxing and wrestling practices amid graft and monopoly allegations. Promoter James Mullen defends operations and says officials set purses and decisions, while Rep Gallas leads the committee to improve compliance with the law.
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Illinois State Assembly
Gallas
James Mullen
Boxing Commission
Phil Collins
Mandell
Collins
Serpen
Mullen
John Righeimer
Athletic Commission
Ission
Accountant Held for Embezzlement at Stanford
An accountant, Howard, was arrested on embezzlement charges tied to Stanford University funds. Police say he managed Notre Dame financial interests at the Stanford Notre Dame football game in Pasadena on January 1, 1925 and admitted peculations totaling around 400 dollars.
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Ate
Oliveree
Stanfor Diversity
Howard
Notre Dame
Notre Dame Stanford
Pasadena
Stanford
Major League Leaders By The Associated Press May 31
National League leaders include Harper Giants batting 389 and Hornsby 31 runs. Wright Pirates 57 hits and Williams Phillies 9 homers tied with Wilson Cubs. Pirates show strong pace with Meadors Meadows? 7 0 pitching. American League features Gehrig 69 hits and 18 doubles, Ruth 50 runs and 16 homers, Manush Triples 8, Pennock 5 1 and Hudlin 5 1 pitching.
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Associated Press
Harper
Giants
Hornsby
Wright
Pirates
Grantham
P. Waner
Williams
Phillies
Wilson
Cubs
Cuyler
Meadows
E. Miller
Browns
Ruth
Yanks
Gehrig
Manush
Tigers
Simmons
Athletics
Pennock
Hudlin
Indians
Dillon Pilot to Race in New York Spokane Air Derby
A. W. Stephenson of Dillon has been invited to pilot in the New York to Spokane air derby this summer. He will fly Miss Dillon if no restrictions on plane type or size are imposed, otherwise he will captain a Waco named Miss Missoula backed by Missoula businessmen.
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Dillon
Mont
A. W. Stephenson
New York
Spokane
Miss Dillon
Waco
Flood legislation shaping flood control on Mississippi
President Coolidge says congressional committees on river improvement plan to call sessions early to craft legislation aimed at preventing future flood disasters along the lower Mississippi River. This move seeks timely action before the regular congressional session to address flood risks.
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Washington
Coolidge
Congress
Mississippi River
Missing Funds Alleged in Stanford Home Convalescent Charity
A report notes that part of money intended for the Stanford home for convalescent children was allegedly taken. The article outlines the claim of misappropriation and references the involved funds and parties under investigation.
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Stanford Home
Souders Wins 500 Mile Race to Lead A A A Driving Title
George Souders of Lafayette Indiana won the 500 mile Indianapolis race tying the 1927 American Automobile Association championship with 1000 points. Earl Devore Los Angeles finished second boosting his total to 448 points and Frank Lockhart earned lap prize money. Prize money totaled 30650 while a dinner collection raised 4640 for Norman Batten. Batten remains hospitalized with burns. Ellingboe Memphis and Sohiert St Charles Illinois were reported improved after crashes.
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Indianapolis
George Souders
Lafayette
Ind
American Automobile Association
Leon Duray
Los Angeles
Earl Devore
Coast
Devore
Souders
Norman Batten
Brooklyn
Batten
Jules Ellingboe
Memphis
Henry Sohiert
St. Charles
Supreme Court Voids Colorado Anti trust Law
The Colorado anti trust law was declared void and unconstitutional by the supreme court in an appeal by Denver district attorney against Frink and other dairy firms.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Denver
Frink
Tunney adds Eagan to camp staff at Speculator
Gene Tunney hires Eddie Eagan, Yale and Oxford alumnus and former Olympic light-heavyweight champion, to join his boxing camp in Speculator, New York. Eagan’s punch power and longtime friendship with Tunney are cited as reasons beyond education.
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Alan J. Gould
Associated Press
New York
Gene Tunney
Eddie Eagan
Yale
Oxford
Tunney
Speculator
N. Y
Gene
Eagan
Elstar
Loggers plan to shoot the Falls in Spokane
Al Faucett a 40 year old logger plans to shoot Spokane Falls in an 80 to 100 foot drop in a log canoe built from a single log He hopes to film the plunge and estimates a 15 second descent He claims prior attempts on Granite and Sunset falls show his daring.
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Spokane
Wash
al Faucett
Spokane Falls
White Water
Monroe
Faucett
Granite Falls
Everett
Eagle Canyon
Sunset Falls
Ekykomish River
Index
Man Declares Plan to Ride Snoqualmie Falls
The statement notes an intention to ride Snoqualmie Falls, a 266 foot high waterfall, highlighting the speaker's anticipation of the daring feat.
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Snoqualmie Falls
Remarkable Baseball Day Sets Records Across Leagues
The Associated Press reports a record day with 10 homers including two by Babe Ruth in Philadelphia against the Athletics. Ruth has 16 homers this season, with Joe Harris of the Pirates delivering a 4-for-4 effort including a ninth inning triple to win. Lou Gehrig, Lazzeri, Pat Collins, Koenig, Fox, Terry, Douthit, Tolson also homered or driven in runs as Yankees and Pirates strengthened league leads.
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Associated Press
Babe Ruth
Philadelphia
Ruth
Athletics
Yanks
A's
Lou Gehrig
Lazzeri
Pat Collins
Koenig
Fox
Terry
Giants
Douthit
Cardinals
Tolson Cone
Cubs
Joe Harris
Pirates
Yankees
One-Run Ninth Inning Helps Tigers Tie For Second
Johnny Neun drove in a one man triple in the ninth to boost Detroit to a 6 6 victory securing second place in the standings. Jimmey Cooney had homered the day before for another similar feat making it one of few in baseball history. The White Sox beat the Browns 7 2 while the Giants topped the Phillies 12 4 and the Red Sox surprised the Senators 4 1.
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Johnny Neun
Detroit
Tigers
Jimmey Cooney
Pirates
Chicago White Sox
Yanks
Browns
Giants
Phillies
Red Sox
Senators
Fleischmann's Yeast Endorsed by Opera Star and Others
Prominent performers and coaches extol Fleischmann's Yeast as a health aid. Rosa Raisa and Helen Broderick share personal improvements, while Russell Callow notes better condition and fewer skin issues among crews. Practical usage tips and a 701 Washington St address accompany the testimonial.
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