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Newspaper

The West Virginian

Location

Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1920

Page

2

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A local league preview notes notable signings and expected star players for the upcoming season. It highlights Jimmie Knight Burnes and Hood as key figures, with teams like Grocery and War anticipated to field strong rosters. The piece mentions Robinson Coat and Verandotte Club as other factions involved.

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Night Observed At Y Club Fairmont Mining Match

Night events at the Y Club included a basketball game where Fairmont Mining Company defeated the Glass company by defer, with a mixed quartet performing. The office force played the fan office men, winning 631 to 16, featuring guards Wilson Miller and Smith, and forward Davis, Kennedy, Moers, and others. The lineup listed several players and a notable three point spout ended the game with honors.

Missing Link Found Pitching Coach Joins Tigers

March 27 report notes Dermit Tigers improved by adding Jack Coombs as pitching coach. He works with rookies and veterans to refine delivery and curves, emphasizing their own styles. Coombs presence boosts confidence, with Hughey Jennings consulting on broader team details.

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Local High School Teams Prepare For Inter-Class Tourney

Dunbar echoes last night fell 30 to 6 as institute team defeated. Champerlin Johnson and others praised for fine play. Eight teams enter the M C A inter-class tournament with four boys and four officers. First games at 7 oblock sharp to fit schedule. Chess meet at Y M C A last night with several attendees. official handicapper Ira Stevens. Next meeting to elect permanent officers. J Bruce McClelland named president. Yanks and Dodgers referenced in exhibition notes. Outdoor play favored if weather holds. pending umpire row noted.

Dunbar Echo Institute Dunbar Aggregation Bud” Champerlin Elght Teame

Fleming Miller basketball clash ends 16 9 in Miller win

In a crowded Fairmont gym the Miller team defeated Fleming 16 to 9 in a fast clean game. Romino led Miller with 3 field goals and 4 free throws while McLinden paced Fleming with 4 points. Fouls hurt Fleming late as Miller built a commanding lead in the final eight minutes. Time halves were 15 minutes. referee Kuhn.

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Springtime Baseball Rumors and Roster Rumblings

A flood of notes and gossip on 1910s baseball, including Babe Ruth insurance for 150000, mock lineups and rookie chatter from Hot Springs, potential trades involving Wicketts and Wheath, and speculation on teams like the Giants and Phillies. Mentions of Ty Cobb, Brooklyn, Cleveland, and the Monongah Glass industrial crew preparing for the season with exhibition games approaching in St Louis and Morgantown.

Pirata Hot Springs St. Louis

English champion McCormick to defend title in London

Ray McCormick, light heavyweight champion of Great Britain, returns to England to defend his title before the National Sporting Club of London. The British fighter seeks a European bout with Georges Carpentier, following a notable draw with Tommy Gibbons in Milwaukee. McCormick has defeated or decisioned Sailor Petroskey Gun Boat Smith Spud Murphy Jack Reaves Al Norton and Spike Batson. his first clash with Farmer ended in a draw.

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Bellview Juniors Edge Falrview In Close Eighth Grade Game

An eighth grade Bellview Juniors team and Falrview clashed in a tight contest with Parker and Eby among top scorers. Substitutions and fouls influenced the tense matchup as both sides fought for control and bragging rights in a spirited schoolyard basketball scene.

Bellview Parker Jose Weeteee

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