Triple alliance discussed by Harvard Princeton Yale sports committees
Cambridge observers note Harvard Princeton and Yale met in New Haven to discuss new rules including possible debarring of freshmen and graduates from varsity teams. Harvard chairman Prof White said details may be released after next Wednesday’s officials meeting. Authorities expect a climactic decision with possible ratification by each committee.
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Millions for Automobiles at Chicago Show
Chicago officials say the week long automobile show at the Coliseum drew 263,000 attendees and spurred expenditures exceeding 700,000 dollars. The event wrapped with a thunderous ambiance as drivers honked in unison. Paris meanwhile set a March 1 deadline for Bennett Aero Cup entries with trials planned in April and the Italian Aeronautic Society nominating Alfred von Wüller as pilot.
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Nervine Promised as Remedy For Nervous Ailments
Advert shows Dr Miles Nervine as cure for appetite loss headaches and blues. Claims nerves need strengthening before stomach and kidney troubles, featuring testimonial from Mrs Emily C Langdon of Altoona Pennsylvania and note druggists refund if first bottle fails.
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Horses Arrive From New Orleans At Benning Track
One hundred fifty one horses, including Santa Catalina, Ben Crockett, Inflexible, Bohemia, and Marjoram, are quartered at Benning with no illnesses reported. Oxnard's stable, led by trainer William Brooks, plans for future entries as stalls exceed demand, while horses work steadily in cold weather and show strong condition.
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Sixteen Stakes Stable Pages at Benning Race Meet
A long racing bulletin from Benning details Henry Oxnard and Phelan stables with Ben Crockett and other horses preparing for the season. It notes trainers, the travel from Canada, and plans for Oxnard and Eustis entrants, plus rosters at Benning and the interest of a public following in racing.
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Middies Will Row Yale In May Regatta
Naval Academy manager Kenneth Heron schedules a Severn race with Yale on May 5 and a double-header with Columbia on May 13. Georgetown may enter its first and second crews with Columbia and the academy on May 19, while PennVarsity and Freshmen meet the Naval Academy as a season opener likely April 21. Capt Bradly is the only returnee, with Creutzer out for academic reasons.
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Bocock Elected Captain Of Georgetown Football Team
James Branch Bocock was elected captain by the Georgetown football squad amid approval from undergraduates. The Washington native, a three year gridiron veteran, will graduate in June and return for post graduate work. He coached at Western High School last fall and is expected to lead a stronger 1906 team as eligibility rules trimmed the roster.
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Holy Cross Faces Football Coach Clash in 1906 War
Worcester February reports Holy Cross College confronts a football upheaval after faculty decide to hire George W. King of Springfield as coach. Students and last year’s players oppose the move, threatening to strike or forfeit a season if King remains, with Father Rousseau insisting King must coach or football at Holy Cross ends.
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Gritigise Parade Route In Alexandria Causing Debate
Washington Post reports Alexandria residents discuss parade route for February 22 birthday celebration. A five division plan includes Marine Band and military groups, with cadets possible if weather allows. Committee aims to minimize crowding and keep procession on a three mile route. Kenneth Ogden resigns from Southern Railway. Judge Barley to Loudoun to preside over circuit court.
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O'BRIEN TO FIGHT RYAN ON MAY EIGHT
Chicago Feb 1. Jack O'Brien announced a bout with Tommy Ryan for May 8 after their California promoter bids. The location will depend on the best offer with Tom Rourke's Tuxedo Club among bidders. Weigh in at 125 pounds, with 20 rounds likely, and signing of the agreement pending.
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Iceboat Fatality Claims Seventeen Year Old Boy
Special to The Washington reports an iceboat accident near Fairhaven and Oceanic New Jersey. Charles Hendrickson, seventeen, was thrown from the cockpit into the water and under the ice as the boat broke through. his body was recovered about an hour later. His brother Benjamin Hendrickson escaped by climbing onto the windward runner. The incident occurred February 1.
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Terrific Fate and a Remedy Ad Copy
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Doping controversy swirls around Lou Dillon and Major Delmar
J Smathers accuses Memphis Trotting Association figure C K G Billings of orchestrating the un-cup recovery. Billings arrived to discuss the case but declined comment. Trainer Saunders and caretaker Molloy defend the mare, saying no doping occurred and all precautions were taken at Pleasanton and the private track.
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Racquet Champion Loses in Semi finals at Tuxedo Park
Lawrence Waterbury loses to Clarence Mackay in the national racquet championship semi final at Tuxedo Park. Mackay, holder of the gold racquet, advances to meet Payne Whitney in the final while Reginald Fincke and Allen Devaus reach squash semi finals.
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Auto Races Go Over in Havana Weather Disrupts Events
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