Dempsey Faces Indictments Over Draft Evasion Case
In San Francisco on February 28, heavyweight champion William Morrison Dempsey and manager Jack Kearns were indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of conspiring to defeat the draft. A second indictment accuses Dempsey of evading the draft. Bonds set at $1000 each, arrest to follow their expected arrival from Los Angeles. The case stems from testimony by Maxine Dempsey about exemption claims, with related inquiries into associates and film industry contacts. Potential penalties include prison terms and fines.
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On the Alleys doubles championship at Whiteside
In last night’s city doubles tourney J Morris and Sehneck defeated Butlett and F Benea h s four games to one. Other results from the week included several lower scores and partial standings in the doubles event.
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Pacing Mare May Marsh Sells At Waverly For Thousand Dollars
Waverly ta Feb 28 Charles Lowder sold his pacing mare May Marsh to Billy Murray Elna Ts May has had a checkered career Born at the fair grounds she showed speed as a two year old and later in training she posted a 2 10 1 4 pace Recently Lowder who had left racing bought her back and Murray now owns her The mare has promised to be a 2 10 pacer or better with Murray’s skill at picking and training fast horses
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New York Giants Leave for Texas Spring Training
New York, Feb 28. Christy Mathewson leads the Giants depart by special train for San Antonio Texas for spring training. Manager Johnson is en route from Havana. Heinie Zimmerman and Hal Chase were ordered to report but did not. Zimmerman sent back his contract unsigned and Chase reportedly plans to quit baseball for business in California. The advance guard will depart tonight for Jacksonville Florida.
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Springville Wins Lenox College Basketball Tourney
Springville captured first place in the Lenox college basketball tournament, defeating Monticello in the finals to claim the trophy. Monticello finished second with Anamosa third. Final standings include Anamosa 77 Walker 17 Oneida 15 and Springville 72 Elm 6 among mixed results.
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Lenox
Battling Orteca Edges Goorse in Tulsa Boxing Flash
In Tulsa Oklahoma Orteca defeated Goorse by decision in a close bout. In Kalamazoo Michigan Hunter Smith secured a technical knockout against Drew Werrick in the third round.
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Ozarks Honor For Basher Hero Carl Mays Monument Plan
In Basher Douglas county Missouri plans emerge to honor Carl Mays a famed Ozarks native and pitcher. He recently left Mansfield for winter in the woods and will join the New York Yankees in Florida soon. Mrs Mays traveled to Memphis for a short visit. Mays expresses confidence in a strong season ahead.
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Has Been Alibis Don't Hold Water boxing essay
The piece argues that alibis of defeated champions rarely hold up. It traces evidence across eras, citing Corbett vs Johnson, Jeffries, Jefferies, Willard, Dempsey, and Willard again, to show that even late-career pursuers could still be formidable. It notes public excuse culture around fighters.
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Fast Auto Race Opens at Los Angeles Speedway
In Los Angeles on February 28 the 250 mile automobile race drew 38 entrants including many well known drivers. Elimination trials shaved the field from 24 with three finishing the wire and a quarter oval in under 40 seconds. Weather predicted showers but only a heavy downpour would cancel the race.
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Mooney declines Cubs offer over hair and beard clash
Kalamazoo Michigan February 28 Paul Leslie Mooney star pitcher of the House of David team at Benton Harbor turns down a chance to join the Cubs. He reportedly did not want to cut his long hair and whiskers which are not in style in the majors. The House of David colony has about 300 people aiming to create a sinless remnant of the earth.
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High School Teams Entered in Northeast Tourney at ISTC
Cedar Falls Ia Feb 28 The National basketball tournament among northeastern high schools will be held at State Teachers College Friday and Saturday next week Twenty eight schools have signified intent to enter and more entries are expected before the deadline A reception committee has formed with district attorney and associates planning activities amid interest in the event
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Sports Chatter: Wrestling Visit Brings Ring News
A fragmented sports note mentions a prominent wrestling figure visiting town this spring. It hints at a match card and crowd interest, with scattered phrases about champions and events, though details are incomplete. The piece evokes anticipation for a high profile bout and local fan engagement.
Shadow shops and a possible Shakespearean turn for actor Harvey Woodruff
A foreign colored movie company lures Harvey Woodruff toward theater lines while he weighs Shakespearean roles or comedy. Comparisons surge to Jim Corbett as he nears a six reel comedy titled The Prince of Avenue A. The sports world buzzes over a rumored return of a famed figure as film and stage mix in public talk.
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Avenue A
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Porsel Players Attention and Tax on Gambling Winnings
Uncle Sam notes gambling profits from 1919 are taxable even if illegal losses aren’t deductible. The piece discusses penny ante poker, losses, and calls for contributors to support the Olympic team training. It mentions Jack Moakley of Cornell as a notable figure in athletic training discussions.
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New National Baseball Commission Chairman Aims for Olympic Talent
The new chairman of the national baseball commission seeks top talent to boost ability for Olympic competition in Antwerp. The effort focuses on strengthening records and readiness, aiming to field a strong team amid the buildup to the Games.
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