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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1920
Page
9
A scrambled notice from IOWN dated December 7 outlines that Virginia, Ohio University, and other institutions will participate in winter wrestling events. It notes a tentative schedule, rising expectations for Virginia’s squad, and calls for updates as coaches confirm lineups and match dates.
A New Jersey appellate court reversed a lower court ruling in a historic baseball monopoly dispute. The decision centers on the National Agreement and the formation of a central league, with key figures including James A. Gilmore and Charles J. Weogh involved in reorganizing baseball to dissolve the Newark Pools. The case seeks damages and examines the legality of the federal league’s restraint.
A garbled line appears to reference a boxing figure with substantial earnings and a record pursuit. The readable fragments mention four hundred thousand dollars and a major financial milestone, implying a record-setting payday in the sport.
George Gipp of Notre Dame, famed as a top college football fullback, played through severe injuries and illness to inspire Irish fans. His dedication during the 1920 season, including a shoulder injury and subsequent throat pneumonia, defined his legacy. He excelled in baseball, hockey, billiards, and was a noted dancer, printer, and student, with offers to join major league baseball on the horizon.
Pittsburg sports chatter says Dartmouth has lined up all major opponents for next season while the Panthers must wait. An Morgantown wire suggests possible coaching changes but the athletic board, not yet commenting, will decide. Stanbury, Jackson, and Flurtrey are named as handling the talks.
A ragged review notes Geneva College and Deaver Folin under Mawr M. R. Glover, with the Cove hantary group progressing to late-season form. Geneva has a storied history, claims Chant B championships, yet critics argue the season’s decisions and rules changes risk skewing outcomes. The piece also includes a humorous RAT-SNAP ad and discussion of football rule changes, including blocking and clock adjustments.
Thousands suffer kidney complaints without realizing the cause many pains back headaches and general weakness come from kidney derangement Kilmer Swamp Root is promoted as a remedy for kidney bladder and associated issues Readers are urged to request a sample bottle by mail from Dr Kilmer Co and to buy sizes at drug stores
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