All Seeded Players Win at Clay Court Title Net SI
The day features Chapin Bennet, Kinsey, Wesbrook, Snodgrass, and Wiener advancing in the national court tennis championship. Alfred Chapin Jr faces Paul Bennet in a pivotal match. Kinsey brothers win, while Westbrook and others showcase strong groundstrokes and aggression.
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Belle Haven Links Work Is Progressing
Belle Haven links work in Alexandria under Willam Flynn of Ardmore Pa. progress on the nine hole course of Belle Haven Country Club. Two tennis courts should be ready by September for members of the newly formed club. General plans have been approved and bids are being prepared. construction on the clubhouse roof is expected to commence in August.
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Ardmore
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Unclear Message Appears Incomplete
Fragmentary note mentions diamonds Liberty bonds and precious metals with names and phrases that obscure clear facts. No identifiable persons organizations or events are clearly present to summarize into a proper news item.
Americans Brace For Tough Olympic Start In Paris Trials
The piece notes United States athletes face stiff early tests at Paris with Abrahams beating Americans in the 100-yard dash and Lowe of Freland ruling the 860 meters. It cites climate, form shifts, and the broader challenge to U.S. dominance, while suggesting the setback may spur improvements and raise foreign interest in U.S. hosts. It also covers boxing’s Dempsey delaying title defenses for film work, and potential horse racing matchups including Epinard versus American Thoroughbreds and Borrow’s racing legacy.
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Carpentier Plans Public Training Ahead of Tunney Bout
Georges Carpentier resumes public workouts at Great Neck for his 15 round fight with Gene Tunney at Polo Grounds on July 24. He previously trained behind bars for Dempsey and Gibbons bouts and now faces changes to prior plans as promoters adjust locations and dates.
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Ted Moore
England
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Omaha
Johnny Leonard
Mike Ballerina
Eddie Anderson
Charley Goodman
Maryland Fights July Permits Approved by Prince Georges Board
At a Marlboro meeting the Prince Georges County Md board of commissioners approved allowing boxing bouts at Kenilworth and Sportland arenas for the remainder of July without per-event permits. The Maryland State Boxing Commission was urged to authorize these bouts while protests from delegations were noted. Also, a junior baseball WB AA game today pits St Martins against Shamrock Juniors on Diamond No 1 with St Martins leading the standings. Shamrocks chasing.
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Swing and grip advice for hillside golf shots from 1924
Jim Barnes suggests adjusting grip length and stance for uphill and hillside lies. He counsels keeping the swing compact, avoiding a backswing that is too long, and using level ground footing as a reference. The note emphasizes practice and mentions sending a stamped reply with a self addressed envelope for a personal reply.
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Tom Sare
U S Fencers Fall in Semifinals at Paris Meet
The United States epee team loses in the semifinals to Portugal and Belgium as Olympic fencing action continues. Team members Waldhaus and Calpany compete amid a crowded field seeking a place in the final rounds at the Alexandria Commercial League event tomorrow.
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U.S. Athletes Gain Points in Race for Olympic Honors
United States track stars compete for Olympic berths as trials unfold. Harold Abrahams impresses in the 100 meters while Americans expect strong showings in sprints and distance events. Nurmi leads Finland in distance heats with multiple Finns qualifying for the 5000m final as Romig, Hill, Paddock and others contest middle and long distances.
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Two Players Suspended Over Tragic Hotel Shaft Death
In Kansas City Missouri on July 8 1900 two players named William If and Pete Scott were suspended by club officials pending investigation into the death of Miss Blanthe Pearce who fell down an elevator shaft at a local hotel after attending a party. The two players were questioned and remained suspended awaiting clarification of their involvement before any return to play.
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U S Junior Champion Wins at Canada Nets Toronto
George Wo Lett of Chicago defeats DBR Hall of Toronto 6 0 in the second round of the Canadian Open singles. Other second round results include Al Bruneau of Brooklyn besting Coyne of Toronto 2 1 2 and G Davidson of Toronto defeating Godfrey of Halland 1 0.
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Potomac Paddlers Sweep Philadelphia Regatta Victory
Potomac Boat Club dominated the eighteenth annual Philadelphia regatta at the Quaker City, sweeping all canoe events and totaling 48 points. Washington Canoe Club trailed with 22 and Philadelphia Canoe Club 32. Notable entrants included Karlen Par, Ron Bogley, Jim Burch, and Mrs Pair, with junior tandem and senior races highlighting Potomac’s first canoe fleet outing.
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Secret Yale oarsmen prepare for Olympic crew trials
Yale oarsmen in secret workouts on the Seine near Paris report all in good health and training ahead of the Olympics. Coaches list France and Canada as likely competitors with trials Thursday and finals next week. College rowers plan to join returning Americans after travel to New Haven for fall training.
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Zivic Wins Decision Over Sid Barbarian in Twelve Rounds
In New York on July, Zivic of Pittsburgh earned the decision over Sid Barbarian of Detroit after twelve fast rounds at the venue near Nostrand. Both fighters weighed 125 pounds and traded blows toe to toe with no knockdowns.
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Barbarian
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Yankee Trapshooter In Olympic Lead Tie
Frank H Hughes of the United States team tied for first in the individual trap event with a score of 70 as competition continued in Paris. Montgomery of Canada led with 19 in the earlier series. others from Australia Norway and Canada trailed. Hughes and Montgomery stood 14th and 13th after later rounds as a lengthy afternoon match continued. The French Bourban and the French team withdrew at the start of the third series. American rifle men participating in the Rheirs matches prepared to sail aboard the President Haing for home tonight.
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Left handed hitters and outfield positioning strategy
A baseball note explains left fielders should play closer in for most left handers since they rarely drive the ball far. Only when a left handed hitter hits deep into left field should the fielder play deeper. The author cites few such hitters and mentions potential risks to base runners on first.
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Kipke the Super Athlete Star of Michigan Baseball
Kipke, a celebrated Michigan player, delivered a standout performance described as a super athlete. He sparked the game with a watchful base running display after being made an honorary Boy Scout member, drawing attention for his speed and fielding prowess as the crowd noted.
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