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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1926
Page
12
Dutch Leonard recounts 22 years in baseball, denies gambling, and claims blackmail by a former associate led to his forced retirement. He alleges Frank Navin ignored his contributions and that a planned move by Detroit to win pennants was hindered by management. Leonard cites meetings with Judge Landis and details a disputed 10,000 anniversary gift.
A chaotic fragmentary column recalls fur coat fashion debates and social standards, mixed with Detroit political intrigue. The piece weaves fashion guidance with quotes about Leonard and Navin, hinting at a larger controversy and a whispering campaign within baseball circles.
Chicago dispatch reports fans refuse to believe Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker are guilty of fixing a game after former pitcher Lew Leonard leveled charges. Byron Bancroft Johnson, AL president, offered no comment beyond regret the story broke. Public hearings are demanded by fans to reveal Leonard's evidence. Commissioner Landis backs Cobb's charge that Leonard seeks revenge.
Detroit news reports Frank J. Navin, head of the Detroit baseball club, stating the $10,000 gift to Cobb aligns with Cobb’s salary contract of $40,000 annually and notes a $10,009 yearly bonus for the past three years. Navin says Cobb approved treating the bonus as part of the fund at a testimonial banquet and declines further commentary on the controversy. He hints at a broader dispute over Cobb’s dismissal and references the American League standings.
Los Angeles December 2. Knute Rockne, famed Notre Dame football coach, received an offer from Louis B Mayer of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer to write a football story for a film to be shot at Culver City. Mayer said Rockne is the logical man to handle the project and may bring a man or two. Rockne has previously written the novel The Four Winners.
Exposed by Judge E M Landis the high commissioner of organized baseball the 1919 Detroit Cleveland game led Cobb and Speaker to resign their manager posts. Cobb has completed 22 years in the big leagues and the shocking revelation stuns fans nationwide.
An old advertising blurb from The Waterloo Motrin Plant Ca at 22 Bridge Sty Waterloo promotes loans and investments. It asks if Devon has money to invest and offers help to invert funds at better rates.
Jimmy Maloney masterfully defeats Swedish challenger Persson in a ten round decision at Madison Square Garden. Maloney dominates early and late, closing the bout with clear control as Persson’s heavyweight aspirations fade. Knute Lisnean of Sta cing and Nebraskan lawyer Monte Munn pick up notable victory notes in the undercard segments.
Parkersburg Independents defeated the Dougherty team 21 to 16 on Tuesday night. Parkersburg led 15 to 10 at halftime. Cramer was high scorer with two field goals and four free throws. Kelly led Dougherty with most baskets.
Check over your Christmas list and shop at our Waterloo store for a wide selection of holiday gifts and discounted items. We offer cigars, pipe tobacco, humidors, cigarette helpers, ash trays, novelties, wrapped packages free of charge, with phone contact 1208.
Art A Stitz Cigar Co advertises cigars and tobaccos with novelties and a stock list at 1068 East din, Towne, urging readers to visit the shop for a wide selection and friendly service.
Wilcox, a standout sophomore center at the University, led with 23 points in three nonconference games. Five players reached double figures for the team, totaling 76 points on 26 field goals and 24 free throws while holding opponents to 60.
First Presbyterian church senior Tosh basketball team defeated Grace ME B in a sensational clash at the Vs M.C. Ai last night 18 to 16. Swaney and Whetd starred for the winners while Greanley starred for the losers. United Brethren beat First M E 27 to 16 with Schenkamt Baney leading the winners and Moore and Grange for the Methodists. Staul's M BB won by forfeit over Westminster Presbyterian.
Mickey Walker, former welterweight champion, won the middleweight title from Tiger Flowers in Chicago by a referee’s decision. He is noted as the only boxer to lose a lighter division and then win a heavier world title, a feat marking a rare career arc in boxing. The piece also mentions Pete Latzo and Bob Fitzsimmons having held multiple divisions and Sir George Newland Blades set for a London installation.
Ruth, famed yet controversial star, sits atop the baseball world amid public praise and ongoing contract talks with the New York Yankees. His recent performance and leadership amid scrutiny suggest a possible return to high salary discussions as he weighs a future with the Yankees franchise.
Tidimodia Ta December 28 An extensive intramural program at Simpson College begins this week under Coach Hoge Workman. The winter schedule includes free throw contests on the basketball court along with wrestling and basketball events. The spring lineup features tennis hikes shoe pitching baseball and track for all students.
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