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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1920
Page
9
The article notes wrestling practice at an early date ahead of a December 20 regular start. Coach Day has his candidates at the gym and the team is expected to report soon with strong prospects for both sports.
Sports chatter weighs Pitt stronger on both lines and offense than State, predicting Pitt 21 14 on a dry field. Analysts note Pitt’s depth and new lineup additions from Greensburg area as local fans flock to the Saturday contest.
Morgantown December reports West Virginia University football team plans its annual banquet in town to honor Varsity and Freshman players coaches and managers The main event is electing the 1921 captain to succeed Howard Lentz Likely candidates include Loh Kay Joe Harrish and other eligible veterans Harrick is seen as the favorite in what could be a tight vote as he nears the end of his Mountaineer playing career.
The piece notes Captain selections for next season on the Army team and mentions Dart mouth, Morgan town, and Myrtle references. It includes a general Times critique of football trends, praising forward passes while urging restraint on modern tactics, with emphasis on punting, kick timing, and the game’s evolving style.
A chronic indigestion case improved after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. After a few doses gas trouble subsided and the patient could eat radishes and other foods long avoided. The remedy, said to clear tarrrhal mucous and reduce inflammation causing stomach, liver and intestinal ailments, including appendicitis, is sold at Crane's Drug Store and by druggists everywhere.
The piece recalls the long series balance between Army and Navy, noting recent ties and upcoming clash. It highlights the Polo Grounds crowd, predicts a fiercely contested next season, and quotes Sage Coach Powell and Coach Daly forecasting a showdown likely to be a historic classic.
An erratic report notes a long standing rivalry and a rare ticket incident at the Polo Grounds. Secretary O'Brien of the New York Giants, who handles classic tickets, received a special delivery letter seeking next year’s reservation.
Judge Landis has moved the bass ball operation from Garry Herrmann’s Cincinnati office to Chicago. For a time, the business will run from Illinois Metropolis as the federal jurist plans to spare time from his duties to address wrongdoers who face his bench.
A damaged OCR fragment discusses wrongdoing in sports, contrasting bank misconduct with baseball player missteps and its impact on the game's reputation. The text includes awkward phrasing and incomplete thoughts about upright conduct.
A clipped text reflects doubt about a leader's integrity and the need for public trust. It mentions gaining credit from the game and urges magnates to act soon, but the passage is incomplete and lacks clear names or events.
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