Waterloo Hawks Win Opener Then Fall to Dubuque in Doubleheader
Waterloo and Dubuque split a 1927 doubleheader before 4,000 fans at the local park. Waterloo won game one 5-4 behind Rusty LeCronier, who pitched well before a late Dubuque rally erased the lead. Game two featured errors and a Dubuque shutout as McKain pitched for Waterloo.
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Jest a Lomert Jest a Lomert high notes raise toothache
A fragment humor item notes a Lomert discovering that singing high tones can cause toothache. The piece blends playful lines about music, noise, and mood with stray quotes and satirical riffs on culture, including references to fashion and public figures.
Cubs Now Top League By Twelve Games Ahead
Chicago witnesses the league leading Cubs beat the Brooklyn Dodgers 6 to 5 in 11 innings at Wrigley Field. The win extends their streak to eight games and places them three and a half games ahead of the Pirates. Charlie Root earned his 20th win in relief of John Brillheart after Guy Bush departed. The Cubs won 12 of 13 meetings with Brooklyn this season, nine by one run.
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Mississippi Valley League Baseball Standings Update
Standings show Burlington leading with 53 wins and 39 losses followed by Waterloo at 53-41 and Moline 47-40. Marshalltown and Dubuque trail. Ottumwa 38-50. Yesterday Burlington defeated Rock Island 5-2, Waterloo swept Dubuque 5-0, Ottumwa at Cedar Rapids postponed by rain. American League leaders: New York 76-31, Washington 63-41, Cleveland 44-62. Detroit 55-47, St. Louis 41-63. Only games listed. An advertisement notes a precision tester for incandescent lamps and a Nevada State Journal quote.
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Hennessey Presses Bid for Landon Cup Team
John Hennessey, a 25 year veteran of tournament tennis, seeks Indiana’s pick for America’s Davis Cup squad. He pushed personal affairs aside, trained in Florida, and battled Bill Tilden in Florida, split sets with George Lott, and teamed with Lucien Williams to beat Tilden and Sandy Weiner for the doubles title. He has defeated Jean Bon Rotta three times.
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Independence Falls 1-0 to Decorah in hard-fought tilt
Independence pitcher Dan Lindner limited Decorah to one hit but suffered a 1-0 defeat. Erickson doubled to start the first inning and scored as Volk overthrew third on Cole’s grounder. Becker allowed three hits for Decorah while Lindner faced 29 batters.
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Good Advice Hard to Follow Through at Pinehurst
At Pinehurst years ago a top golfer, Mr. Dubb, faced a you betcaddy scene as his African American helper urged simple tips to improve form. The golfer wrestled with the advice, hitting a slice into pines and losing his temper, chasing the ball while the caddy shouted for silence.
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Rickard eyes 1320 heavy title road map for 1928
New York Aug 8. Tex Rickard previews the heavyweight scene for 1928 after Chicago. He has Gene Tunney and Jack Dempsey under contract to defend the title, hints Tunney could become a top draw, and considers contenders Sharkey Delaney Paulino Heeny as potential challengers with a possible million-dollar gamble.
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Drake Cage Star Everett Loss Felt By Drake Teams
Arthur Ashby, Drake captain, laments the loss of Charles Everett a versatile star who drew large crowds and boosted Drake’s profile. Everett’s absence raises questions about replacing him with Jack Barnes while Everett will coach and study law. The loss impacts athletic and financial status sought by Drake and rival schools in the Missouri Valley conference. Grants boost Waterloo Hawks as three Grant brothers Jim Spot and Dick drive success with strong pitching and morale.
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East All Star Church Team Defeats West 9–8
East all star church baseball team beat the West nine 9 to 8 at Cedar River Park Saturday afternoon. Johnson and Krause pitched for the winners while Olds and Makinster pitched for the losers. Despite more hits and fewer errors by the West, the East squad bunched their blows for the victory.
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Conger and Martin to race in two events this week
Nebr August 8 news: Ray Conger national A A U mile champion will race Rev A O Martin former half mile A A U champion in two match races August 9 and 10. Conger for Illinois Athletic Club meets Martin in quarter mile first day and half mile second as Modern Woodmen picnic feature. Martin runs for Chicago Athletic Association. These are Conger’s final tests before possible Germany competition against Dr Peltzer world half mile record holder.
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We Will Put You Starting at age ba policy
An insurance policy offers a regular monthly income for life after earning years end and guarantees independence. If you become totally disabled before 65, premiums stop and a monthly check continues for life, with the full policy amount reverting to your estate at death.
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