Tilden's tennis role in doubt amid new writing ban
David Walshe reports that Willam T. Tilden may end his international tennis career as officials push a rule barring players from writing about tennis from team appointment to after matches. The plan could force Tilden to choose between team status and earning power, with his June to August revenue at risk if he accepts a Davis Cup nomination in 1929.
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Mexico City
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Chicago
Watson Named Fullback on All Iowa High School Team
Watson of West High is named fullback on the All Iowa High School Team, co captains Tom Moore of West and others receiving first team or honorable mentions. The selection, announced by Des Moines expert Jack North, lists players from multiple schools including North Des Moines, Clarion, Fort Dodge, Washington Cedar Rapids and East Des Moines with positions across ends tackles guards and backs.
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Des Moines
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Makinster
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Bingham
Christians
Beckner
Steeves
Oberhauser
Bell
Easty High
Frank Titterton wins Senior A A A 10 Mile Race Sunday
New York report: Frank Titterton, Millrose A A veteran, captures the National Senior A A W U 10 mile title with a 5 49 45 clocking at McCombs Dam Park. Runner-up is Frank Lin T. Osgood, then Arthur Garrin, Willie Kyronen, and Jimmie Henigan. Harry Hinkel defends Metropolitan A A U seven mile walk title.
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Dartmouth
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New York University
Willie Kyronen
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Jimmie Henigan
Dorchester
Harry Hinkel
Hig
Metropolitan A. A. U
Christmas Moments and Headlines From The Era
A fragmented collage recalls holiday memories and old newspaper headlines. It cites Captain Boyd’s warning about purse safety, Hollywood banquet scenes with sound, a murder report near Woodlawn Cemetery, and editorials on cranks and unseasonable weather with nostalgic reflections.
Coe College Tops State Teachers In Overtime Thriller
Cedar Rapids Iowa December 17 Coe College battles State Teachers to an 18 18 tie after regulation and wins 1 overtime period Wendell Schrader scores the winning basket from midcourt just before the buzzer Hubbard Hayman sidelined for the game Haberechter Duea and Johnstone lead State Teachers with five or six points each Koews fall short without key players as Iowa Falls splits a twin bill with Hampton on Friday night with the Hampton girls winning 26 18 and the boys 26 14
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Penn Pitt Ordp Games to Big Ten Rivals
Chicago dispatch reports Penn and Pitt, once top eastern programs, struggling against Big Ten powerhouses. Penn fell 34 to 21 at Michigan, Pitt dropped 34 to 24 to Wisconsin. Penn meets Ohio State tonight in Columbus after last year’s 5 to 32 win over the Buckeyes.
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Coach Remains a Student by Going 60 Miles Daily
Baldwin City Kansas December 17. Baker Universitys commuting basketball coach is Balfour Jeffrey former KU guard who led the Jayhawks to the Missouri Valley title in 1926 and 1927. He attends Kansas Law School in Lawrence while coaching. the Baker and Kansas campuses are 30 miles apart and he makes the 60 mile round trip daily by car to train the Wildcats.
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Floyd Bowers Kayoes Mule Douglas Twice in One Fight
Newton Iowa Dec 17 Floyd Bowers Grinnell mauler kayoed Mule Douglas of Albia twice in a 10 round main event. Bowers first knockout was ruled an exhibition but he scored an eight count in round six and a second knockout in round eight. In the semi windup Mite Brandt Newton decisioned Skeet Nelson Marshalltown in six rounds.
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Veterans Return to Boston Ex Braves Trade Tales at Camp St. Petersburg
Three elder former Braves players Hank Gowdy Jawn Evers and Rabbit Maranville travel to St. Petersburg Florida to greet Judge Emil Fuchs and discuss 1914 glory while hinting at adding Leslie Mann and any surviving 1914 pitching staff to the Boston club as spring camps open.
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Hankus-Pankus" Gowdy
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Georgia Tech braces for Rose Bowl clash with California
Georgia Tech, undefeated in el ementary football, prepares for the Rose Bowl on New Year's Day in Pasadena after a Dec 8 win over Georgia. Coach Bill Alexander leads a full varsity workout despite some flu injuries as the team plans to depart for California likely Thursday or Friday.
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Washington Hopes for Win Wednesday Over Iowa Cagers
Washington university cagers, buoyed by a 31 to 40 percent win over Indiana, prepare for a third Big Ten clash against Iowa in Iowa City on Wednesday. Coach White believes a veteran core, including last night’s Purdue tilt, strengthens the team as it opens a heavy Big Ten schedule.
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Wartburg College Five Defeats Webster City 23 to 21
Wartburg Junior College edged Webster City Junior College 23 to 21 on Saturday at Wartburg. Trailing by four late in the game, Wartburg rallied as six points were scored by a key player and the defense held. Coach Johnson plans to test a new attack scheme in upcoming play against Gates Business College.
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Tunney-Muldoon trophy talks rule setting at New York meet
A committee of social figures and financiers will meet to approve rules for awarding the Tunney Muldoon heavyweight trophy. Gene Tunney’s legacy aims to crown the next champion, with Tex Rickard and Bernard Gimbel among backers guiding the process. Rickard seeks financial caution, having spent over $500,000 on past fights, while Madison Square Garden trims costs and shifts to economy.
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Iowa Pitt Game Off Flu Epidemic Cause
Iowa City officials cancel the scheduled eastern game with Pittsburgh set for December 29 due to the influenza epidemic. Pittsburgh officials requested the cancellation as the influenza situation worsens.
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PITT
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Pittsburgh
The Most Dangerous Baseball Catcher Or Hockey Goalie
Former pitcher Al Demares recalls a debate about whether catchers or goalies endure harsher punishment. He notes goaltenders stop the puck with parts of their bodies, while catchers use their hands. He recalls Chief Bender’s world series injury and McGraw’s taunts about doubleheaders.
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Daily Iowan Praises Burt Ingwersen For Tows Football
The Daily Iowan editorial endorses Burton A. Ingwersen retention as head coach at the University of Iowa for another season. It notes harsh criticism last winter, credits him with assembling one of the strongest Old Gold teams this year, and argues his critics were not qualified to judge.
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Yankees Down Giants In Final Pro Contest
New York December 17 The pro football season of 1928 ends with the Yankees beating the Giants 7 to 6 in a city title decider. Pritchard kicked a last period placement to win after Gibby Welch caught a long pass to tie the score.
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Gridiron Huskies Turn To Wrestling At Tutor School
Cedar Falls Des 11 Coach Paul Bender noted for football success has shifted focus to the wrestling team. With only one veteran back, prospects are uncertain yet several large universities are being courted for meets. Promising weights include 115 Lowell Stanley Massena and 135 Norbert Noecker Prosper Minn with others like Elmer Errickson Cedar Falls and Levi Poynter Spirit Lake showing potential.
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Hudson
Rugby Referee Stays Firm After Beer Incident in Toulouse
In Toulouse a rugby referee, Mr. Dussaut, faced hostility after a strenuous match. Police escorted him from the field as Pascarel demanded two beers. A cafe waiter refused service, accusing Pascarel of insulting him and vowing not to work in Toulouse again.
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Nurmi Trains for Distance Records in U S
Paavo Nurmi trains daily in New York City aiming to break distance records next month. He reiterates his amateur status and intention regarding Hugo Quist, as reported by United Press. Nurmi arrived Saturday aboard the French liner Rochambeau.
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