Iowa horseman a track celebrity in West Liberty
Chet Kelley of West Liberty is hailed as a premier driver and trainer in the Midwest. His string includes Hazel Ginter 2:10 1-4, Baby Ginter 2:12, and Don Bendonia 2:19 to 2:12. he eyes a 2:95 mile for Baby Ginter and a few firsts on the Great Western circuit. He trained Don Densmore colts, Sure Mike, Sadie Densmore 2:02, Peter Bilington 2:06, Bingen Directum 2:05 1-4, Doc V 2:07 1-4, and Deputy Sheriff, a pole-team world-record holder.
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West Liberty
Middle West
Horse Review
Mr. Kelley
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Baby Ginter
Don Bendonia
J. Moylan
Don Densmore
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Sure Mike
Tom Killian
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Peter Bilington
Peter the Great
Doc V
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Bowman to Pitch for Moline Club
George Hughes has purchased Fred Bowman, former Central Association star, and Bowman will join the Moline club of the Three-I League immediately. Once with Mason City, Bowman was traded toward Pittsburgh after a shoulder injury halted his 1917 season. He later pitched for Birmingham in the Southern League and has been working out to regain form. Hughes and O Leary, veterans, say Bowman is ready for another big league trial.
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George “Doggie” Hughes
Fred Bowman
Dan O'Leary
Clay Diggers
Mason City
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Pirates
Nebraska
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Diamond Glints and Baseball Moves Across Nations League
Cy Williams retires from baseball and farms in northern Wisconsin. Ed Sweeney returns to majors with the Pirates from Toledo in a Gus Getz trade. Hi Hale signs with Omaha Western. the Hale family expands in the circuit. Warni reorganizes Three-Eye League with 32,000 salaries and a 120-game schedule. Rockford misses forfeit but may join. league caps salaries and expands to six teams with potential two more.
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Cy Wiliams
Cub
Wisconsin
Phillies
Ae Warne
Chijront
Ave
Morarney
Rockford
Terre Haute
Evansville
Mrockford
Peoria
Moline
Bloomington
Sextet Circus
Tearney
Fans Watch Coombs Progress as Club Manager
This season will test Jack Coombs as he moves from player to manager with Philadelphia. Reporters and fans expect a mild, steady approach rather than McGraw style iron first discipline. Coombs must balance stern guidance with calm leadership to control his team and prove his managerial approach.
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Coombs
Boys Now Rank as Junior Marksmen in Waterloo
Waterloo youths join the Winchester Junior Rifle Corps as marksmen candidates. Recipients include Lawrence Hutson at 419 Western, James G. on 416 South Street, Richard Bowers at 930 First Street West, Floyd Mathews 1112 Wellington, John Corson 620 Kimball Avenue, William Cady 605 Washington, Harold Cruden 639 Allan West, Jerome Burright 419 Jefferson, and Max Cook Earns medal with high scores toward a 250.
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Winchester Junior Rifle Corps
Waterloo W. J. R. C
Campbell's Sporting Goods House
Lawrence Hutson
Western
James G. On
South ‘Street
Richard Bowers
First St
Floyd Mathews
Wellington
John Corson
Kimball Avenue
Wiliam Cady
Washington
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Allan West
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Jefferson
Max Cook
Reuts
Origins of Billiards A Deep Mystery Explained
The article surveys the disputed origins of billiards across Europe and America. It notes no nation claims clear founders, cites mentions in Shakespearean times, possible 16th century Spanish settlers in Florida, and credits to Henrique Davigue in forming the game, while acknowledging no definitive founder. It also mentions Washington’s reputed play and Willie Hoppe as a modern figure in England’s declining interest.
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Italy
Egypt
Caikire More
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St. Augustine
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George Washington
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Henrique Davigue
Charles III
Willie Hoppe
Peace pact claims end of fed era in baseball trial
Chairman Herrmann of the National Commission said the peace pact aimed to dissolve the Federal League and restore public confidence, calling the outlaw organization near collapse. He cited $725,000 as a small price to end contract jumping while the Baltimore suit seeks $909,000 against the National and American clubs and officials.
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National Commission
Baltimore Federal
Federal League
John Fitzpatrick
Mippi City
John
Sullivan
Paddy Ryan
Jake Kilrain
Riesburg
New Orleans
Low Gricang
Britton and Downey Box to Draw in Canton
In Canton Ohio Jack Britton and Bryan Downey fought twelve rounds to a draw. Albany New York lawmakers passed a Sunday baseball bill through both legislative houses.
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Bryan Downey
Albany
Early Yellow Dent Corn Trial For Black Hawk Farmers
Black Hawk County farm bureau announces testing Griffiths Yellow Dent, an early yellow corn variety. 10 bushels allocated for trial against local favorites to gauge suitability. seed likely not released widely. Interested farmers should contact the Cedar Falls farm bureau. price set at 5 dollars per bushel.
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Cedar Falls
Tragic Death of Babe at Hampton
Hampton April 8 Little Hilla Patricia Keefe 31-2 years daughter of Mr and Mrs James Keefe drowned near the cemetery bridge shortly before noon Saturday She fell from the dam while trying newly given a bicycle with a playmate son of Dr and Mrs A L Wood alarm raised but rescue came too late She walked near the water and accidentally fell in
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Little Hilla
Patricia Keefe
James Keefe
Cemetery Bridge
A. L. Wood
Aricycle
Manchester Secures Better Mail Service
In Manchester Delaware County, the Commercial club met to discuss farm bureau and community clubs aimed at fostering fraternal spirit. Major Carr reported post office plans to improve mail service between Manchester and Oneida after a formal request, with local members tasked to choose train routes for direct service.
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J. A. Krall
Farm Bureau
Delaware County
E. M. Carr
Manchester Commercial Club
Here
Oneida
Major Carr
E. 3S. Hughes
F. Keiser
PF. F. Madden
Cheating Cheaters on Stage by Noted Crook Bands
The story outlines two famous criminal bands led by Nan Carey Young and an acting cohort. Clara Kimball appears as the Brockton family in a fashionable social milieu. The plot follows impersonation and theatrical deception within high society circles.
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Clara Kimball
Brockton
The Palmer Jewel Swindle and Waterloo Theatre Lineup
A crime plot unfolds as rival gangs scheme a joint jewel heist only to be foiled by police at the Palmer residence. The Crystal theatre screens the film, while Waterloo theatre features Pollyanna, Miss Springtime, Three Faces East and Cleopatra with stars and orchestration.
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Ferris
Crystal Theatre
Cleopatra Costume Spectacle Stuns in New Film
The article notes the striking divisions of the Cleopatra production with lavish costumes. One notable garment is a peacock dress made from a full peacock. The star, Miss Bata, wears several gorgeous and expensive outfits.
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Miss Bata
Des Moines Club Buys Hasbrook For Booster Team
Des Moines club announces Ziggy Hasbrook has been purchased from the Mobil club in the Southern league by Tom Fairweather. Secretary B Lee Keyser says a contract will be sent to Hasbrook and transportation wired on return. Also arrives catcher John Walker from Toulon Ill for tryouts to compete for backstop duties.
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Ziggy
Hasbrook
Tom Fairweather
Mobil
Lee Keyser
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Transportatio
Jack Coffey
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