Soldiers Embrace Sport Schedule in German Occupation
Soldiers of the American Expeditionary Force shift from fighting Germans to athletics in occupied Germany. Compulsory sports amid new drill schedules include football baseball and indoor baseball with opportunities for many to join. A letter from John H Cratsley Co B 168th Infantry describes the active scene and his plans to stay fit for next summer.
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Germany
John H
Cratsley
Co. B
168Th Infantry
Boxing Briefs Mix of boxing notes and football chatter
The item covers boxing prospects and boxing events with mentions of Willard and Dempsey era figures, plus a football challenge between G and B companies. It notes athletes like Babe Ruth considering boxing, and references wrestling and track results, along with combat sport intrigues and training updates.
Three Man Commission Proposed to Reorganize Baseball
Plans floated by American League President Johnson call for a three man commission from outside baseball to oversee major league matters. The body would handle gambling and player cases with no personal stake, aiming to eliminate politics and restore fan faith. Discussions include Johnson meeting with NL leaders and a possible year to complete the reorganization.
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Johnson
Tov
New York Sport
Heydler
League Board of Directors
Herdier
Baker
Phillis
Presid Ebbetts
Brooklyn
Baseball news and political hints cloud Sioux City scene
The Sioux City club faces a deadline to secure backing or lose its Western league franchise as business leaders weigh bids. Meanwhile Hall of Fame figure Hans Wagner reportedly contemplates a run for Allegheny County commissioner.
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Lans
Sioux City
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Auls
Sioux City Boystesociation
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Boness Men
Lincoln
Coum
Enness
Bele
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Tid
Allegheny County
Nashua Wins Twelfth Straight Game
Nashua won her twelfth straight win Tuesday night by defeating Waver Ty 28 to . The first half was fast but the second period slowed. Nashua has not lost a game this season and plans to meet Cedar Falls at the Cedar Falls tournament next week.
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Nashua
Waver Ty
Te Mt
Cedar Falls
White Sox Sign Shel Lenback As Pitcher From Uondskey
Chicago reports Shel Lenback, pitcher, signed by the White Sox after talks with Uondskey and manager Gleason. Nearby, Cubs manager Mitchell discussed with Rowdy Ellott a potential backstop substitute, but failed to seal a deal due to salary issues. Mitchell just discharged from the navy after serving as a seaman in the war.
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Chicago
Shellenback
Uondskey
Jiesperts
Gleason
Mitchell
Cubs
Ellott
Killifer
Cub
Miott
Navy
Co M Gains Victory Over East High In First Game
Co M beat East High School 20 to 18 on the armory floor in the basketball team's first game since organization. Proceeds from the game go to a soldiers' athletic fund. soldiers plan further events to support the cause.
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Co. M
East High School
Duffy's Manager Promises Fans a Strong Fight Night
Nick Marx, manager of Jack Duffy, addresses fans about Duffy's condition after a recent layoff and upcoming bout at the Athletic Club arena. He notes Duffy’s draw with Tack Dillon and previews a sharp matchup, praising Duffy’s recent training with Whitt and sparring partners while hoping Mike is present for fan value.
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Jack Watly
Chicago Yash
Jack and Athletic Club
Nick Marx
Jack Duffy
Lick
Stockyards
Tomy Murphy
Cedar Rapids
Tomy
Jack
Fick
Charley Whitt
Dennis O'Keefe
Sailor Friedman
Jarek
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Dutty
Tack Dillon
Oassion
Mushade
Dillon
Dally
Axlt
Arnold Thompson
Iw x
RMT
Wallfin
Ccs
Tack Daily
Arnold Tiririyson
Mike Merghot
Mike Bargunt
Ee Herrick
Lack Dillon
Boxing Bill May Be Amended for Wrestling Sport
Iowa debate on a boxing bill includes a proposed amendment giving the boxing commission authority over wrestling matches over 125 pounds. supporters say the change would curb fake bouts and illegal activity while standardizing conduct for both boxing and wrestling events nationwide.
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Doe Slecher
Oat
Sioux City
Frank Lake
Towa
Boxing Commission
Stecher
Zbyseko
France
Frank Leke
Iowa
Wesy Scheduled to Meet Cedar Falls Quintet
West High School basketball team booked to play Cedar Falls High on the Lawn City floor next Tuesday evening. On Wednesday, March 19, they will face Company M at the armory.
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Cedar Falls High
Lawn City
Weri
Co. M
Armory
Waterloo Team Rally Proves Fast Bowling Night
The Waterloo Gasoline Engine team defeated the E. M. bowlers in a likely league fastest match, with Manahl totaling 224 in the first game and Bartlett 246 in the second. Waterloo keeps aiming for the state tournament with hard daily practice and upcoming Bass Shoe vs Retail Clerks clash.
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Waterloo Gasoline Engine! Company
Bartlett
Manah
Igch
Manahl
Waterloo
Bass Shoe Company
Drama League Eyes Waterloo’s Artistic City Revival
The Drama league of Waterloo plans a citywide campaign to boost art and civic welfare through community singing plays and homegrown drama. Vaudeville acts at Majestic Sunday will showcase the six acts as part of the effort to unite all local groups for cultural growth.
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Drama League Majestic
Waterloo
League
Drama League
Parent-Teachers’ Association
Social Welfare League
Prehn to Wrestle Elliott in Upcoming Iowa Match
Des Moines reports Guy BDI Holl outlines a comeback for Collins grappler Prehn who will face Paul Prehn at Charles City on March 3 or 4. Elliott trains daily aiming to beat Prehn after a seven year career with only three defeats and eyes a 145 pound welterweight clash with Jack Reynolds of Cedar Rapids.
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Guy Bdilioll
Crack Collins
Frappler
Paul Vrehn
Elliott
Prehu
Collins Grappler
Brown
Waterloo
Heinie Engel
Dubuque
Paul Prehn
Jack Reynolds
Cedar Rapids
Elliotts
Reynolds
The Dub and other Paramount films shown at local theatres
Palace audiences enjoyed Wallace Reid in The Dub a five reel drama with warlike tension and strong realism. Elinor Field stars in Happy The Married while His Parisian Wife with Lisie Ferguson opens at the Plaza. Marguerite Clark stars in Little Miss Hoover at the Crystal with Eugene OBrien supporting. Fort Les, Mont. notes on filming quirks accompany the report.
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Maxi
Eugene Otrien
Tile Crystal
Paris Boxing Night Draws Soldiers From Many Nations
Sam Fitzpatrick brings American boxers to Paris amid a sold out show attended by 3000 soldiers and diplomats. American fighters won three of five bouts with two draws, while French boxers showed strong defense and improved footwork but less aggression. Boxing grows in popularity in France alongside the United States.
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Sam Fitzpatrick
Ring Artists
Peter Jackson
Kid Lavigne
Burge
England
Kempen Square
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la Vigne
Sam Hitzpatrick
J. J. Carey
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Mississippi
Slim
New York
Empire State
France
United States
Prince Albert Pipe Ad Promises Fragrant Smoke Pleasure
An aggressive sales pitch touts Prince Albert tobacco as extremely satisfying with strong flavor and fragrance. It claims a patented process prevents tongue bite and parch, encouraging long, repeated use and unbeatable enjoyment.
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Prince Albert
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