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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1911
Page
14
Yale defeats Wesleyan as forwards repeatedly connect on clean passes and prevent Wesleyan from creating danger. Stars Howe Merritt Bacon Philbin Fragers and others shine in a steady, well executed performance on a brisk afternoon.
Sept 27 Holy Cross conducts practice with emphasis on signal work and forward passes. Coach and staff praise the squad for discipline and potential as the team prepares for the opener.
Dr J William White announced the Army Navy football game will be played this season at Franklin Field on November 25 the Saturday before Thanksgiving The announcement outlines ticket sales and proceeds to charity with arrangements handled by the official in charge and local representatives
Carlisle Indians defeat Muhlenburg College 2 to 1 in four 14 minute quarters on Indian field. Thorpe scores a sensational 95 yard run for a touchdown, add three more touchdowns in a muddy, rain affected game. Mixed in are fumbles and strong defense as Carlisle overcomes slippery conditions and a tough Muhlenburg squad.
The Central Eleven squad won convincingly as backs led by Ham and Van Dyne carved through the line. Linemen Hing and Zappene held tackles firm while Desi Feder and Calleri credited with solid scoring support amid a rugged contest.
Maryland Agricultural College defeated a rival high school team in a muddy game at Miege Park Md on Sept 27. The Aggies relied on strong running and a standout scoring drive by a key back, with Parker and Rieke contributing on the ground.
Cornell trounced Allegheny by a decisive score as Ithaca players dominated the field in a one sided swim meet. standout performances and injuries are noted with limited coherent details due to the damaged text fragment.
Special to The Washington from Annapolis Md Sept 21 reports the final drill for the in squad at the Naval Academy this afternoon. Practice ran longer than yesterday with multiple alignments and shifts as coaches test roles. Notable moves placed the heaviest man at left, with changes in ends tackles and guards as the unit worked through the drill.
Washington Post reports Princeton varsity football scrimmage yielded a weak line and lackluster attack. Edwards, captain of the championship team, failed to inspire a high-class exhibition as regulars kept to offense, scoring three touchdowns after an unlimited number.
Adams Express nearly ties the world mile record on a circular Churchill Downs track with 1:37 2-5, just five fifths of a second off. T. M. Green sets 1:38 for the mile, then Adams Express trims it to 1:38-. repeated record breaks mark a swift day at Louisville.
The card lists several races with winners and margins at the Toronto track. Hen Loyal wins the first race by three lengths, with Mexoana second and Warbling third. Purses range from 2300 to 1600, with details on odds, placings, and mutuels. Additional events include a steeplechase and a six furlong dash, noting winners Prince Hampton and Beauenup among others, with times and payouts recorded.
The card lists numerous races for Canadian foals and U.S. runners. Entries include Nightfall Moncriet Fort Worth Coldspring Scarlet Pimpernel Missiap Camelia Eton Blue Flower Girl Malta, plus Sir John Johnson Leamence Star Charter Pith and more across a six furlong sprint to two mile steeplechase.
The Washington Post notes Sept second time in seven years Dartmouth was scored upon on her own field as Underhill, Norwich fullback, carried from the 35 yard line. The Green lost a moral victory though they won the game, signaling a gloomy start to the 111 season in Hanover.
Wymard joins squad in tough afternoon drill on the Hilltop. Coaches handicap by limited practice due to key players sidelined. Varsity score two TDs. scrubs fail to cross goal line as Wynard, Hart, and Cunniff contribute in spurts. New recruits Reinschild and Murray join roster as UC adds women’s pool funded by Hearst. Monsieur Cerin finishes second in French race.
W B Gibbs sails for Staunton Va for a weekend with family returning Monday. T M Brewster arrives as Gondrich Tires representative. Remy prize at Fairmount Park October 7 offers 1600 dollars across four events with 250 to winner 100 to second and 50 to third in each event. Abbott-Detroit Bulldog travels 26 miles beyond Skagway through 14 inches of snow claiming farthest south and north by automobile and highest altitude to date. Overinflation warned as a common tire issue affecting tire resilience and ride quality.
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