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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1910
Page
15
Sporting notes discuss the Philadelphia and Cincinnati presidents in a dispute over a player transfer and whether the case belongs to the National Commission. The piece hints at internal league politics, potential future leadership changes, and suggests looming battles within the league as teams eye next season.
Central High School dominated the game at American League Park, beating Business 17 to 10. Hamilton and Reuter starred for Central with swift runs and precise forward passes, while Business struggled with ball handling and penalties. School officials praised the contest as clean and well played, noting no grounds for a sport crusade.
Virginia’s first and second elevens clashed in a 25 minute scrimmage in Charlottesville as the scrub crew led by Cook McDonald Wingfield Beardell and Hewitt impressed with two 2 yard runs and stifling tackles. Lipscomb 7'6" guard stood out in the varsity effort while Honaker Goodhue Driver Harris and Captain Geyer watched from the sidelines.
North Carolina brings 21 players to tackle Georgetown this afternoon at 8 on Hilltop Field. Georgetown fans packed a law school rally last night as Coach Nielsen prepared his squad for a likely corker, despite Dailey and Hegarty injuries. Ed Kerwin shifts into Datley’s spot with Barriscella assigned to Hegarty’s end as North Carolina counters with Carter Lyie Winston Bryant and other firm backs.
Handicaps hit George Washington as Hopton quits the squad leaving Richardson and Crafts hurt. Magoffin runs long signals with new backfield men while aiming for a close win at Richmond. Final lineup features Langley Hart Herndon Hickhoff Smith F Smith Hamlin Farmer Wille or Crafts Johnson Moore.
Western High School ends its football season citing insufficient material and some players ruled out by funks as the reason. William Peet resigns as coach of the business squad over players not adhering to training rules. Tome Regulars out of game after injures from defeat to Swarthmore Prep. upcoming games against Lawrenceville, Hill, and the University of Pennsylvania freshmen.
Syracuse N Y Oct 28 Mitchigan's football team arrived this morning to face the Orange in tomorrow's local gridiron clash at the stadium. A recent Ann Arbor shakeup is said to have improved the Wolverines with alumni reportedly backing the bet at even money.
In College Park Maryland Agricultural College wins a tight contest over Washington College 6 to 0. Shipley tallies a safety and a 40 yard drop kick as injuries alter the Aggies lineup. Washington College threatens with long end runs and passes but is stopped by a stout Aggies defense and timely kicking.
Local grid card lists numerous games across conferences. Georgetown faces North Carolina while Georgetown Catholic meets Gallaudet in the south region and George Washington competes with Richmond. Other matchups include Notre Dame Michigan State and Syracuse versus Michigan with several regional duels through the day.
Chicago dated report on Minnesota football ahead of the annual game notes a 28 man squad, the largest since early days. It highlights players from 150 pounds to 246 pounds, including Johnny McGovern, captain and quarterback, and Big Walker at 208 pounds, with Robinson at 246 pounds. Dr Henry Williams, the silent coach, accompanies the team and voices confidence.
At Union Hall Madison President Charley R Van Hise told thousands of University of Wisconsin students he is strongly in favor of intercollegiate athletics and hopes Wisconsin teams will outclass past representatives under the new system. Athletic council member Prof Bunting said the university will schedule seven football games next year. In West Point Army anticipates a large Harvard crowd tomorrow with key backs unavailable Brown and Morris out, Hyatt and McDonald reshaped the lineup.
Alexandria teams up against Seaman Gunners of Washington weighing about ten pounds more per man. If Alexandria wins it would be a notable achievement for the local squad. Olympia A C seeks 130 or 185 pound games in or near Washington. contact C W Swan at Eight Street Northeast. Mackey Easily Beaten by Attell in Cleveland bout ends in sixth round as Attell dominates and knocks him down thrice.
Carlisle Pa Oct 22 The Carlisle Indian football team left for Philadelphia for the Indian Pennsylvania game just before o'clock this afternoon to catch the train. Capt Houser said the team is in fair condition and Libby may play part of the game while Houser will start. The Indians believe they have a chance to beat Pennsylvania and will present their best effort yet. The lineup includes Jordan Nevashe Sweet Corn Garlow Burd Powell Bracklin Lonestar Ar Caza Dupuis Wheelock and Capt Houser at fullback.
New York October Thomas J. Lynch president of the National League says he will decide the Philadelphia Cincinnati controversy fairly on its merits. He has heard only from newspapers and notes Herrmann claims the four players were legally released while he waits to learn all facts before proceeding.
Frank Chance, manager of Chicago National League club, plans a winter evaluation program. He will take minor league recruits to California near his winter home in Glendora to fit up a diamond and observe candidates for next season. Thirteen players are slated for the trip.
Princeton New Jersey October 2 The senior class won the annual fall track handicap meet with 2 points from seven races while the sophomores finished second with 24 points star performer R Cooke led in the 10 and 220 yard dashes Maitland Dwight captain won the 220 yard hurdles from scratch F D Close won the 44 yard dash Freshmen finished third showing strong material in the class
Preparations are underway at the Catholic University to hold an interdata athletic meet this year. Final date to be set within three weeks as many qualified men are registered. Medals awarded to winners and runners-up in all events and a plaque to the class with the most points. Freshman class appears strongest contender for the point trophy with over 80 men in the school of sciences who have track and field credentials.
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