South Atlantic college hoop race tightens despite scarce interleague play
District era frays shape up as Gallaudet leads Washington area quintets with one Virginia game on tap. Catholic University, George Washington and Georgetown chart the early schedule while Georgia Tech style rivals dodge long trips. Navy, Virginia and others mix in, with Gallaudet touring Virginia and Virginia Tech set for key meetings as prep squads and high school games fill the week.
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Virginia Quints
Old Dominion
Gallaudet
Catholic University
George Washington
Virginia
Charlottesville
Washington and Lee
Virginia Polytechnic Institute
Washington
Lexington
Blacksburg
South Atlantic
Brooklanders
Seaton
Toanoke College
Randolph Macon
Trinity
Thurham
N.C
North Carolina Aggies
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Virginia Territory
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Tech
Western
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Tabb
Business and Astern
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Army and Navy Prep
Fred Rice
Naval Academy
Annapolis
Brookland
Navy
Fettle
Fishburne
Waynesboro
Kendall Greeners
Allister Wins Fight in Ten Round Heavyweight Bout
New York promoter James McAllister easily defeated Bert Renny in a ten round heavyweight bout last night. McAllister fought aggressively, landing hard punches to control the match and secure the victory.
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New York
Jame- Bon McAllieter
Lert Renny
Bargain Suit Ad Promises Quality for Low Price
The ad touts quality tailoring at a low price, claiming superior value over rivals. It urges readers to compare with other stores and vows to accept the customer's verdict.
Notre Dame to Meet Washington and Jefferson Next Season
Washington and Jefferson announce 1917 schedule with a two year Notre Dame arrangement. The fall game will be at Washington and Jefferson and the 1918 game at Notre Dame. Key games include Penn State Geneva College and the University of Pittsburgh. Notre Dame meets Washington and Lee and ends with Notre Dame University in the season.
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South Bend
Ind
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West Virginia Wesleyan
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Geneva College
Beaver Falls
Marietta College
Marietta
Ohio
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
University of West Virginia
Fairmont
W. Va
Notre Dame University
Washington and Lee
Richmond
Pirates release pitcher to Birmingham club
Pittsburgh January 7 Carman Hill pitcher previously noted with Lee Meadows as one of major league players in glasses has been released by the Pittsburgh Nationals to the Birmingham Club of the Southern League.
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Pittsburgh
Carman Hill
Lee Meadows
St. Louis Cardinals
Pittsburgh Nationals
Birmingham
Britton Aims After World Title in Bout With Badoud
New York January 7 Jack Britton the American welterweight who meets Albert Badoud the Frenchman Wednesday night says he is after the world title Badoud is in good form and confident he will win
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New York
Jack Britton
Albert Badoud
Badoud
Army Beats Manhattan College 26 to 20 in Tight Clash
In Weat Point New York Vidal the football star shattered Manhattan College with a 26 to 20 victory for Army. Across the country Wisconsin won 30 to 22 over Ohio State in Columbus. Chicago defeated Iowa 22 to 13 at home as Purdue fell 28 to 24 to Illinois in Lafayette Indiana.
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Abell Named Head Coach of All V. M. I. Teams
Hart C. Abell, Colgate captain and Camp’s all American tackle, is hired by Virginia Military Institute as head coach in all sports. He arrives after Gorton’s resignation, bringing a proven football record, leadership, and wide athletic experience including baseball and basketball. Abell’s past season as an assistant under Camp highlights his tactical knowledge and enthusiasm.
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Bh.c Ford
Virginia Military Institute
Hart C. Abell
Colgate
Camp
Gorton
Abell
Portage
North
United States
Waterlogged 1902 Pirates Brooklyn Classic on July Fourth
A July 4 1902 Pittsburgh at Exposition Park water drenches the field as 16900 fans watch a championship game between Pittsburgh and Brooklyn. Chesbro and Kitson duel while floodwaters rise to center field delaying plays. Pittsburgh wins 4 to 0. The next day Brooklyn wins 2 to 0.
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Brooklyn
Grandstand
Pellmell
Ohio
Jesse Tannehill
Dodgers
E. John Newton
Pirates
Exposition Park
Fred Clarkes
Jimmy Sheckard
Jack Chesbro
Frank Kitson
Jack O'Connor
Kitty Bransfield
Claude Ritchey
Tommy Leach
Hans Wagner
Fred Clarke
Feld
Clarence Beaumont
Charles F. Fuller
Tom McCreery
Tim Flood
Charles Irwin
Bill Dahlen
James Sheckard
Harry Dolan
Billy Keeler
Wild Bill Donovan
Sam Leever
Chicagos
Mai Eason
Brooklyns
Stray Sports Notes Mention Baseballs and Hockey Rise
The article contrasts baseball’s grim trench-era symbolism with top athletes like Fred Kelly and J Howard Berry in track pentathlons. It weighs Hockey’s growth in the United States against Canadian dominance led by Cyclone Taylor, noting salaries and major leagues while praising Hobey Baker as America’s great hope.
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Paul Verdier
France
United States
J. Tloward Berry
University of Pennsylvania
Fred W. Kelly
Los Angeles A. C
Howard Drew
Kelly
Hardier
Los Angeles Athletic Club
Berry
West
Penn
Fred
Cyclone
Taylor
Vancouver
B. C
Pacific Coast Hockey League
National Hockey Association
Canada
Les Canadians
Montreal
Red Sox
Gveat
Wanderers
Quebec Hockey Club
Ottawa Hockey Club
Vancouver Hockey Club
Portland
Oreg
MENDER OF FOOTBALLS IN LONG MICHIGAN SERVICE
Ann Arbor report notes Sterling Bullock longtime Ferry Field caretaker tied to Michigan athletics for 40 years. He once mended the university football gear when only one leather ball existed each season. Bullock and his wife made track running tags. Also noted is Phil T. Chinn arriving in New York with race horses aboard Minnetonka consigned to his Kentucky farm.
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Ann Arbor
Mich
Sterling Bullock
Ferry Field
University of Michiigan
Michigan
Bullock
New York
Phil T. Chinn
Kroonland
Minnetonks
Kentucky Farm
Rage Track Entries For Sport Of Today
Race card lists seven races for 4-year-olds and up over 6 furlongs to a mile and furlong. Entries include Grundy Kultur Pasig Tioga Mab Esther Captain Ben and more with weights, odds, and track weather noting clear conditions and a slow track.
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Sport OF Today
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Thanksgiving
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Brille Baker
Wiite Crown
Agen
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Hay of Light
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Savila
Petlar
Grange
Royal Interest
RESULTS OF RACING OVER THREE COURSES
Race card data shows multiple events with winners and placements across six races, listing horses, jockeys, odds, and times. Notable winners include Cer tain Point and Goggety in early races, Engleh Lady and Lady Worthington in later legs, with various placers and speeds recorded for a busy day at the track.
Bowie Man Promotes Plant Juice Cure Claim
A Bowie Maryland man describes healing from long lasting stomach troubles after using Plant Juice. He alleges rapid relief from nervousness and inability to retain food, crediting the product to a local drugstore dispenser who presents testimonials from other users.
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Bowie
Indore
Turse
Ene Ple
Dade
Thos Emerly
Ady
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