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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1924
Page
2
New York June 10 Harry Wills failed to knockout Bartley Madden in a rugged Queensboro Stadium clash. Wills won a clear decision after bloody exchanges and a late rally by Madden kept the Irishman on his feet and the crowd of 20 000 roaring.
George Lister, once deemed finished by specialists, defies expectations. The St. Louis star, persevering, climbs toward the American League spotlight as he helps his team win yesterday. His batting average nears .310.
The article reports Uruguay winning a South American football title with a 3 to 0 victory over Switzerland. It notes the United States held a long rugby victory at the Olympic stadium since May 18, and contrasts North America and South America’s successes to date.
Chicago report shows no change in top home run leaders for the week. Babe Ruth of the New York Americans adds one for 14, Jacques Fournier of the Brooklyn Nationals adds two for 12, while others like Hauser and Williams climb or hold positions as leaders across the leagues.
Princeton Clarion reports Datoxa defeated the Washington Grays 5 to 4 in twelve innings at Patoka Diamond Sunday afternoon. Kolb and Killion pitched well, neither allowing more than eight hits. Riley stole home in the ninth to take the lead, and Patoka broke the tie in the twelfth with Riley doubling and scoring on a single.
June 10—Olympic authorities set a points system assigning ten for first, five for second, four for third, three for fourth, two for fifth and one for sixth in events during July 5 15. The scheme is viewed as boosting Finland’s chances with the Finish team expected to win six or seven first places, widening gaps for other nations.
A fragment notes Allan H Muler as American representative of the French arrangements committee and a declaration was made today regarding the committee's position.
Urbana reports the Big Ten baseball season approaches its finale with Ohio State set to face Chicago in a pivotal clash next Saturday. The conference race hinges on this upcoming meeting as teams vie for top spots.
Michigan led by strong pitching and timely hitting in a 10 to 2 victory over Leagoo Team Sunday afternoon. Washington defense held firm, preventing any comeback while Hilbert earned the win on the mound.
National League results include Boston 4 St Louis 4 and Brooklyn 4 Chicago 3. New York 6 Pittsburgh 4. Philadelphia 4 Cincinnati 2. American League games show Boston 5 Chicago 1 and St Louis 5 New York ? Detroit 5 and Cleveland 1. American Association reports Indianapolis 4 Columbus 1 and St Paul 15 Kansas City ? Louisville Toledo on wet grounds.
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