Gibbons Favors Ringside Weight in Boxing
Mike Gibbons urges ringside weighing for most bouts to ensure fair championships and better performances. He argues champions should move up if outgrown and supports eight hour weigh-ins for non title fights to reduce weight cutting and nerves before bouts.
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Joe Lynch
Pete Herman
Mike Gibbons
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Leonard
Joe Gans
Jax
U S Tennis Group Warm To European Federation
New York February 23 The United States Lawn Tennis Association weighs joining the International Lawn Tennis Federation with the Paris meeting to discuss world championship ownership and a uniform playing code. Delegates will consider Wimbledon exclusivity, the Paris Cup revisions, and tennis’ Olympic ties.
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United States
Pecohie
International Lawn -Tennis Féderation
Paris
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United. States
Sheely Rebuffs White Sox Contract Demand
Karl Sheely refuses Chicago White Sox deal saying it differs little from last season’s Salt Lake contract. He told United Press he has written Charles A. Comiskey about the matter and has never before been a holdout.
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Charles A. Comiskey
Chicago White Sox
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Salt Lake
Skating Record Falls in International Meet at Christiania
Norwegian skater Harald Stroem set a new world best in the 5000 meters at Christiania on February 23, clocking 5 minutes 27 seconds to beat the previous mark by six seconds. Stroem previously held the record with 5 minutes 33 seconds set in 1917.
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Ignorant Essays on Lent and Foolish Remedies
J P McEvot mocks Lent as a 46 day stretch of denial and ritual. He lampoons social rules for both women and men, noting absurdities in observing prayers fasting and Easter timing while hinting at hypocrisy and lighthearted satire.
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Satan Hades
Clarksville Beats Waterloo in Close 18 17 Battle
Clarksville Independents beat the Waterloo Independents 18 to 17 in a fast paced game here. Clarksville led 10 to 7 at halftime as both teams fought hard for position in the professional title race. Roberts sprained his ankle early and was replaced by Jacobs.
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Jacobs
Retirements rumors dog McGraw after long Giants tenure
Henry L. Farrell reports New York Giants manager John J. McGraw faces retirement rumors after years of leadership. Fans expect him to step away as Hughey Jennings enters the scene, but McGraw insists he will be on the job next season despite limited field presence.
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United Press Star
New York
John J. McGraw
New York Giants
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Christy Mathewson
Reds
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Johnny Evers
Hughey Jennings
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Army Navy and Marine Boxers to Meet in March
New York Feb 23 An important army navy and marine corps championship boxing tournament will be staged by the International Sporting club after the boxing entertainment at the Hotel Commodore March 1. William A Gavin announced plans for the service title bouts and corrected an error about the show concluding indoor boxing until the new building is completed. The club expects the next events to be the largest and most important army navy and marine corps championship boxing tournament ever attempted in the country.
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Marine Corps
International Sporting Club
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College coach passes up big salary for oil project
Williamstown Feb 3 Ira Thomas famed big league catcher gave up a $5 1000 annual coaching post to devote time to an oil venture. He struck oil in Louisiana a year ago and asked for a leave of absence. Harry Davis replaced him as coach. Thomas sought relief from the five year contract with the Purme and Inch Coombs was named to succeed this season.
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Charles City Edges Waterloo, Narrow Loss in Tight Clash
Charles City high fought hard, nearly overturning Waterloo in a near upset. Howrey Dean and Scripture sparked the attack, with Keltenback and Babcock strong in defense as the final gun ended the game at 24 to 32.
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Waterloo
Kre Sensky
Howrey
East High
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Scripture
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Babcock
Rifle Matches Return to Camp Perry in 1921
New York report announces national rifle matches will be held again at Camp Perry Ohio likely July 30 to August 2. Jacksonville bid to host was declined. Rules may add offhand stage and police and American Legion team events. Committee includes Brig. Gen. Phillips and Col. Stodder. Over 1200 shooters last year. 342 attended training in 1920.
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French distance star Denys to run two mile at Penn carnival
Philadelphia February 23 Denys the sensational French distance runner will oppose America s fastest college athletes in a two mile race at the University of Pennsylvania relay carnival at Franklin Field April George W Orton manager of the games announced that the event had been added to the program and that all the best college distance runners would be invited to compete against Denys Denys has defeated Guillemot the Olympic French distance champion four times this year Nightingale who beat Mortaine of Oxford in a three mile race at last year s carnival probably will be among entrants
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Mortaine
Oxford
Cubs Sign York Relative to Sergeant York Hero Honor
In Chicago James York a Southern Association pitcher said to be related to WWII hero Sergeant Alvin York was signed by the Cubs. The day also saw Meyers decision over Talaber in boxing, Pesek and Londos draw in wrestling, and other sports results across Chicago Urbana Minneapolis Boston Philadelphia.
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James York
Nand Southern Association
Alvin York
Cubs
Johnny Meyers
Lou Talaber
John Pesek
Jim Londos
Jack Beynolds
Spyros Vor- Tas
F. Eisenberg
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Minnesota
Chicaga
Boston
Tole Bay
H. C. Cutbill
American Legion
Philadelphia
Joe T Yuch
Jabez White
Albany
College High Defeats Cedar Falls 24 10 in City Match
College High beat Cedar Falls 24 to 10 marking the first city history with two wins over the Tigers. Coach Helsler’s players controlled both ends of the court with steady defense and decisive scoring advancing 20 to 5 by halftime and finishing 24 to 10.
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Wallace
Walker to DePauw as athletic director and coach
Chicago February 23 Fred Walker assistant football coach at Chicago university has signed a three year contract as athletic director at DePauw university Green Castle Indiana He will stay to assist Coach A A Stage for the remainder of the college year and begin his duties in the fall His departure follows Pat Page who left for Butler College last year.
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Chicago University
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Green Castle
Ind
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Pat Page
Butler College
Indiana
Tilden Tennis Champ to Receive Honors in Philadelphia
William Tilden world and American lawn tennis champion will be honored at a testimonial dinner on April 5 at the Bellevue-Stratford hotel Philadelphia. Guests include the governor and officials of the Lawn Tennis Association among other notable figures. Dinner limited to 400 guests.
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State and City Observe Two Local Games This Week
Waterloo fans focus on two key contests this week. East High meets Cedar Rapids in East High Gym at 3 p.m. Saturday while Waterloo Independents face Waterloo Business College in a two game series at the Y.M.C.A. arena tomorrow night.
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Three Games Set For Simultaneous Play At A A U Tourney
Chicago reports three games will run concurrently each afternoon and evening at the central A A U basketball championships, with finals set for March 23 24 and 25. The Broadway Armory will host the event featuring players from Illinois Iowa Michigan and Wisconsin requiring individual registrations.
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Pugs and Clergy Clash Over Johnson Fight Plan
Benton Harbor ministers led by Dr. Paul H Yourd urge Gov. Groesbeck to ban Jack Johnson from appearing in Michigan. Promoter Floyd Fitzsimmons defends prize fights as lawful while warning ministers not to shape state policy. Johnson’s August bout with Harry Wills is questioned amid expansion of Memorial Day and Independence Day event boxing.
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Mich
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First Congregational Church
A. J. Groesbeck
Jack Johnson
Michigan
Floyd Fitzsimmons
Benton
Barber
Harry Wills
Johnson
Leavenworth
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Michigan State Boxing Commission
Stars in New York Drive Big Winter Baseball Trade Talk
New York writers spotlight the Yankees as pennant favorites for 1922 with a star-studded roster including Ruth Cobb Speaker and Ward. Trade rumors swirl as managers and scribes push aggressive deals amid a volatile winter swap season.
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Hudson River
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Yanks
Coreleskie
Mails
Walter Jonson
Kerr
Ray Schalk
Steve O'Neil
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Gardner
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Roth
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Ruppert-Huston
Sporting News
Giants eye major trades amid winter rumors and Robins surprise
The Giants were linked with Maranville Groh Hornsby and Eddie Roush as near certainty acquisitions, yet no deals are closed. Brooklyn Robins shocked with Uncle Robby trading Marquard for Reuther early, while the Yankees boosted depth. Giants seek infield help as Robins keep repeating last year's lineup.
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Rabbit Maranville
Heinie Groh
Rogers Hornsby
Eddie Roush
Brooklyn Robins
Robby
Marquard
Reuther
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Robins
Rhine enters bid for King Albert cup transatlantic race
Boston Feb 23 The full rigged ship Rhine a Clyde built slipper now flying the American flag is being negotiated to enter the King Albert cup race next summer. A Boston led syndicate with eastern and New York Yacht clubs may finance the project. Rhine 2500 ton twin engined vessel has logged fast passages including 39 days New York to Buenos Aires and 17 to 25 knot speeds.
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