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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1925
Page
6
In Waterloo Iowa a fledgling Hawks squad weighs veterans for pitching and field roles as Dick Dixon plans a flexible lineup. Nine veterans are in camp with three likely to go, while outfielders and catchers compete for hitting and defensive spots. Spurbeck Malmgren Rigsby McDermott Clarke and Kettenheil anchor the mound, with Freeman Finkler and others vying for spots as training continues and early exhibition games unfold.
Fragmented page weaves a playful mix of a moonlight romance inspired poem about April blossoms and a young suitor dream. It shifts to local humor noting Annette Rellerman's ball for a baseball game at Tollywood and cites small town banter on sports and a rock at city limits.
Corey’s Bowling Quintet won first in the Whiteside League with 68 wins and 16 losses, earning $50. Leonard Cigar Five took second with 53 wins and 29 losses for $34. Loop Cigar was third with 50 wins and 34 losses for $25. Armstrong led individuals at 175 average earning $38. Leonard Cigars posted high three-game total, Corey’s second with 2,567 and prize money. Bruns high 241, Mosher 237 in high single scores.
The article tracks several former Rock Island and Moline pitchers including Herb Sudbrook back in minor league tryouts with the Plowboys, and Eddie Newhouse plus Gurlington and Madison among others drifting through Danville for a chance. It also mentions Frank Parenti with Minneatelis, and various scattered notes on box scores, contracts, and local camp injuries.
A historical note on Tibetan food customs highlights dried yak meat as a staple, sometimes aged up to 180 years in tradition. It also mentions the first production of diphtheria antitoxin in 1894, underscoring era of medical advances.
Iowa rallied from a five run first inning to beat Illinois 9 to 7 in the Big Ten tilt here. Hub Marshal pitched for Iowa as the Hawkeyes overcame early miscues and outslugged Illinois, moving into a tie for first place in the conference standings.
Louisville April 28 training for the Kentucky Derby was slow on a muddy track after an all day rain. Leading candidates were exercised, with Bur General Capt Hal Brave Bob Lee O Conner Qua Train Boon Companion Mark Master Drewsy Walters and other favorites running furlongs. Mark Master went a mile and an eighth in 1:53, the most creditable workout of the season.
In Minneapolis a boulevard of elms stands as a memorial to fallen World War I boys. The piece urges tree planting for future shade and air quality, notes trees’ economic value, and promotes the American Tree Association’s guidance on planting and care while linking forest protection to public benefits. It also mentions a boxing match between Tamlon Renig and Eddie Laker in Hampton.
Geitar Falls, April 28 Special Tutor baseball artists have been hitting the pill hard in practice and if they continue in their stride they should have a good opportunity of annexing the Iowa conference title in baseball this season. The next game on the schedule is May 5 at Ellsworth. The Tutors impressed by their showing against Iowa State college last week. Coach Minton will likely use the same infield lineup against Iowa Falls. Watters remains behind the plate and either Wilson or Webb will pitch. White returns to first base, Morrison at third, Hartman at short, and either Webber or Bonham at second. Rider, Bates and Horton in the outfield remain the probable trio. Rider hit a solo homer against the Cyclones in the last game. The Pedagogs are playing a practice game with Waterloo this afternoon.
Iowa City I a April 28 Two hundred sixty three high school track athletes from 27 schools are entered in the annual interscholastic meet to be held this weekend. Entries closed Saturday night with several more schools believed to have entrants in the mails. Schools and counts include Hartwick seven Mount Vernon seven Clinton four Tamg Nora Springs nine Muscatine fifteen West Chester eleven Wilson thirteen Winfield eleven Grinnell twelve Olds four Davenport fifteen Durant three Tracr ten Kalona two University high school thirty seven Burlington seventeen Cedar Rapids Washington High nineteen West Branch fifteen Victor five Wellman sixteen Iowa City thirteen Britt six Wapello three Washington eleven Mation thirteen North English one.
Anes Iowa State defeats Kansas nine 6 to 3 in a Missouri conference baseball game played at an unidentified field. The line shows Iowa State scoring six runs on three hits while Kansas managed three runs on four hits. Pitchers Berg and Wright earned mentions with Swenson and Harpin noted among Iowa State players.
British Open Champion Jock Wetchinson explains the push shot requires rigid arms and even weight. The follow through should end with hands waist high and arms straight from the shoulders. Practice will make the awkward stance appear more natural.
Johnny Weismuller, world sprint champion swimmer, uses luck omens from black cars to ladders and the number 13. He dives into the tank before races to wet his suit and touch a wooden piece at the bottom for luck, a habit tied to his obstinate, superstition-rich persona.
Washington April 28 The national capital will witness boxing for the first time when Johnny Dundee featherweight champion meets Honeyboy Finnegan in what is touted as a national debut. The event marks Washington’s first championship bout under the newly organized National Capital Sporting Club.
Ames Iowa April 28 Special Cyclone relay team lost to Michigan at Drake relays clocking 7:61.6 beating the 1921 record by nearly a second. Michigan 7:51.2. Conger anchor 1:54.5 fastest Missouri Valley distance. Iowa State team is inexperienced this year. next meet Drake at Des Moines. Drake stronger this year and should contest. Orebaugh Dalbey Lingenfelter noted. Drake dashes strong. ISU middle and long distance strong.
Waterloo YMCA volleyball team closes home schedule with a match against Fort Dodge. After a loss in Fort Dodge two weeks ago the locals seek revenge. They traveled to Dubuque last night and defeated Key City 3 of 5 in a five set series with scores 15-11 15-9 15-8 11-15 9-15.
London April 2 The Daily Telegram says the British women's lawn tennis team to go to the United States for the international Wightman cup matches and the women's national championship tournament will include Miss Cathleen Kitty McKane British champion. She defeated Helen Wills American champion at Wimbledon last year.
Hair-Groom is a dignified combing cream selling at a few cents per jar in drug stores. Millions use it for a natural gloss and well groomed hair, with all-day hold in any style. It is grease less and claims to help grow thick, lustrous hair.
Toledo-Charney Rosenburg, world bantamweight champion, defeats Clarence Rosen of Detroit in a 12-round decision. New York-Tempses to sail for Europe with wife May 2 after Tunney-Gibbons and Weinert bouts. Suitable, N. Y.-Sid Terris NY lightweight wins on a foul from Rocky Kansas of Buffalo in the fifth round. Baltimore- Dundee and Hart settle for a 2 draw after 15 rounds. Philadelphia- Stanislaus Zbyszko defends his wrestling title tonight against Menato Gardini in a one fall to finish bout. Zbysko recently won the title from Wayne Munn. Haute, Ind.-Brad Taylor inactive. Abe Attell linked to May bout. New York- Babe Ruch extends winning streak with 39th straight victory over Bobby Gare. Chicago-Johnny Teves signs for a May match against Wein Engel. Michigan City card set. Des Moines ad promotes lowest fares for travel to Detroit and points east.
New York Giants lead the chase with nine wins in ten starts as they open their pennant drive. Cubs and Reds stay near, while Cubs halt Luque’s streak and Giants beat Phillies 7 to 3 with Scott strong on the mound. White Sox pound Cleveland 12 to 4 as Detroit falters and Washington edge Boston in a ninth inning rally.
Baseball recap notes homers by Goslin of the Senators Simmons of the Athletics and Severeid of the Browns with scores listed. Apr 27 game details show key players and early season totals.
A soda-like remedy claims to dissolve dandruff by applying four ounces of plain liquid organ to the scalp at night and rubbing in. By morning most or all dandruff should be gone with repeated applications, reducing itching and leaving hair glossy and soft.
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