Heavyweight Showdown Looms As Johnson Wil lard Battle Near
Havana April 3 Forty eight hours before their world title bout Jack Johnson and Jess Willard are in peak form and ready to fight for their lives. Johnson, the older veteran, may switch tactics to rush Willard while Willard seeks a early knockout or a grinding endurance test. Betting on this contest is unusually cautious due to numerous uncertainties.
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Pirates Poised For Surprise NL Season In 1915
Pittsburg fans expect a rebound year after a dismal 1914. Star Hans Wagner has excited early spring crowds with powerful hitting and speed in the field. Fred Clarke refuses to commit to lineup yet, while Columbus recruit Gerber shows promise at short and second. Johnston to anchor first base as Clarke shapes the opening day arrangement.
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Players Protest Controversial League Transfers
Protesters argue that after the Tritate League dissolved teams should free players to sign with any club. Allentown reportedly sold nearly its entire roster and Dan Mec Glenham repudiated a transfer to Manchester and signed with Topeka, asserting players may sign where they choose.
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Browns hold on to both Brief and Fournier says report
A Chicago report from St Louis states manager Ricker will not get either Brief or Fournier now. Brief is expected to play first base for the White Sox, but if he fails Fournier will be used. The club cannot dispose of either player until the need is determined.
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Chief Wilson Homers in Texas to Open 1915 Season
The 1915 season opens with Chief Wilson of the Cardinals hitting a homer in Austin Texas, his home town, after a chest of silver is presented to him. He accepts the moment with a triumphant swing, delivering more applause than the ceremonial gift.
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Golf stars to trek to Baltusso for open in New Jersey
Rumor says top English pros will visit America for the Baltusso New Jersey open next June. Harry Vardon plans to play, with Ray, James Brad, George Duncan, and J H Taylor also expected. Fran ces Ouimet, 1920 national champion, recalls his 72 in the Brookline playoff with Vardon and Ray.
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Short ‘Hills
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George Duncan
J. H. Taylor
Frances Ouimet
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McDonough to Lead Utica in State League as O Rourke Joins
In Scranton, April, catcher Edward McDonough is named manager of Utica in the New York State League. Infielder Joseph O'Rourke comes from the Buffalo International League club. McDonough previously managed Wilkesbarre and played for Albany with trials at St. Louis and Boston.
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Pirates to Meet Reds In First Home Game Opener
The Pirates open at Forbes Field on April 22 hosting the Cincinnati Reds led by Herzog and Leach. A strong young Pitt squad trains under Clarke with players like Schang Gerber Hinchman Baird Siglin Costello and others, while a film record of the trip debuts for local fans. Box seats cost 1.25 and reserve seats 1.00.
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Davis Cup Skip War Era Challenge and Sportsmanship
The United States Lawn Tennis Association will not issue a challenge to Australasia for the Davis Cup this year due to the war. Anti Podeans praise the decision as sportsmanship of the highest degree. Had a challenger occurred, the U S likely would have won, as New Zealander Anthony F. Wilding and Australian Norman Brookes are unavailable, with Wilding in Europe with the British army and Brookes at home in Melbourne avoiding international play during the war.
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Irelan Sent to Montreal by Phillies Manager Moran
St Petersburg April 3 The Phillies manager Moran announced the release of infielder Harold Irelan to the Montreal club in the International League. The move reshapes the roster as Irelan joins a new organization amid early season adjustments.
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Uncle Frank Combs Wins First Game On New Alleys
Mt. Clare bowler Frank Combs known as Uncle Frank defeats George W. Pool in the first match on the I. M. P. Amusement Company alleys, tallying 98 to 5 and earning the title of champion old man bowler of Harrison county. Despite his 66 years, Combs proves still skilled as crowds watch Pool, younger, lose to the veteran. After the match, the new alleys open and many local bowlers test the lanes through the evening.
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Western Wrestler Edgar E Frank Impresses at Eastern Tryouts
Edgar E Frank of Multnomah AA C Portland dominated the 123 pound class at the Eastern tryouts for the American Athletic Union championships held during the Panama Pacific Exposition at Madison Square Garden. Observers noted his superior judgment in head scissors and far leg submissions, predicting he would win. Professional mat artist George Bothner lauded Frank as the finest looking wrestler of his weight and praised his masterful trials and finals performance.
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Cuban chess champion caps tour with dominant wins
Cuban chess champion Capabalnea played simultaneous tours against 30 plus opponents daily, finishing 25 wins 6 draws with only one defeat on a second Washington visit. He notched 48 wins from 51 at Chicago amid a string of strong showings across cities including Cleveland Troy Utica Kingston and Omaha.
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New York Opens Yale Penn Regatta to Start Rowing Season
The College rowing season begins with Yale and Pennsylvania regatta in Philadelphia, signaling promising contests through June. An unusually warm winter allows earlier practice, with varsity crews selected sooner and aiming for high form before New London and Poughkeepsie races. Later, Pacific coast intercollegiate regatta visits the Panama-Pacific Exposition, and Princeton and Harvard duel the Middies at Annapolis.
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Benz Back in Form Powers Sox Spring Bid
Los Angeles April 3 Joe Benz made a rapid return to peak condition during the Sox training trip. He progressed beyond expectations and is nearly ready to pitch a complete game. He reported improved stamina after a winter of typhoid fever and a long layoff, with a standout six-inning stint against the Angels.
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Varsity Team Wins Twelve Inning Game
A lengthy twelve inning contest ends with the varsity team prevailing. Key players include Potts Hersey Fulton and Schaffer contributing innings pitched and hits. Fulton and Hoffman escape with strong pitching supported by defense and timely advances.
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Discovering Another Cobb Difficult Task
The article compares early promise in athletes to Ty Cobb and John Paul Jones, noting some rise to a point then stall. It discusses how some players peak in minor leagues, fail in the majors, and return to minor league burnout.
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Boston Marathon to Decide Outdoor Contenders on Ashland-Boston Route
The nineteenth Boston Marathon will run two weeks hence over the Ashland Boston course. The Boston Athletic Association awards a cup prize and covers travel for the winner to the Panama-Pacific race in San Francisco. A second place finisher gets a $100 allowance to compete in California. A proposed Amateur Athletic Union rule on coaching could shrink entrant numbers.
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Yale Crews Win Varsity and Junior Eights at Schuylkill
Under severe weather Yale crews defeated Penn on the Schuylkill with varsity and junior eight-oared shells leading by two lengths over the one mile 550 yard course.".}
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Washington-Irving High Meets Morgantown In First Preseason Tilt
Washington-Irving High School baseball starts strong as 35 prospects show brisk fielding at Union Park under Coach Arnett. Key returnees McMillan and White spark the infield as outfield candidates Dawson and Baker stand out. team aims to be a top state contender by June. Practice continues daily as new uniforms arrive and a April 10 Union Park opener looms with Morgantown High School.
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Zinn Stars in Exhibition Game for Local League Team
Guy Zinn played in an exhibition at the training ground, going 8 for 23 with 3 runs and 8 hits, boosting his season average to .347. He faced ankle troubles but helped the regulars to a 3 yard advantage in a rugged effort.
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