Dope Upset In 1914 Many Upsets In Past Year
New York, Jan 1 1914 marked a year of upsets across sports. Harvard football surprised by retaining top status while Yale Princeton and Cornell showed unexpected strength. Boxing crowned new bantamweight Kid Williams and lightweight Freddie Welsh, though most divisions kept champions. Baseball and boxing provided notable shocks amid a year of dramatic changes.
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New York
Harvard
Braves
Giants
Stallings
Philadelphia
Boston
Percy Waughton
Marian Bradiee
Hardwick
Pennock
Loan
Haughton
Brick-ley
Yale
Hinkey
Princeton
Cornell
Army
Washington
Jefferson
Pittsburgh
Williams
Rutgers
Kid Williams
Baltimore
Freddie Welsh
England
Wiliams
Johnny Conlon
Los Angeles
Welsh
Willie Hitchie
London
Johnny Kilbane
Jack Johnson
Mike Gibbons
McGooriy
Clabby
Difltan
Athletics Still in Pennant Race in 1915 Outlook
The Philadelphia Chronicle notes that manager Connie Mack plans little change for the 1915 Athletics, retaining core players from the 1914 pennant team. Baker remains under contract, Collins may be replaced by a junior, and McInnis and Barry will fill infield roles. The outfield appears stable with Murphy Strunk and Oldring, while Li Hung Chang, Lapp, McAvoy, and Sturgis back the catching defense.
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Philadelphia
Jian
Mack
Collins
Counte
J. Franklin Baker
Baker
Manyas
Maryland
Federals
Baker Ia
St. Wil L
McInnis
Barry
Athletics
U.S. A
bin Kop
Haddie Collins
Dan Murphy
Connie
John Barry
Li Hung Schang
Jack Lapp
McAvoy
Sturgis
Schang
Baskman
New Owners Take Charge of New York Yanks
On January 1 President B. B. Johnson announced Col. Jacob Ruppert and T. L. Huston have purchased the New York American League baseball club. Wild Bill Donovan to manage. Ruppert as President and Huston as Secretary and Treasurer. Details of the stock transfer not disclosed. transfers of several players expected.
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New York
B. B. Johnson
Col
Jacob Ruppert
T. L. Huston
New York American League Baseball Club
Wild Bill’ Donovan
T. J. Huston
Frank 3. Farrell
New York Yankees
Local Notes From Winthrop Area Jan 1
Winthrop community news reports births and visits. Rev Brockertt and wife welcomed a daughter. another couple welcomed a daughter. James Slaughter’s family added a daughter. visits from James Diggins of Pomeroy. Mrs. Ollie Randall of Lincoln aids ill aunt Miss Cathrine McGraw. Dr. Terler and wife hosted in C. W. Bucher home. Jarva Smith family to spend winter in California. School to begin January 4 in Congregational and F. C. C. F. rooms. Nellie Collins of Chicago visiting Pat and wife. Joe McKay and wife depart for Reedsburg Wisconsin. Rev Wil Gobny of Carlin, Nev., visiting his sons A. D. and W. FR. dirs. Jessie Owen and daughter of [incomplete].
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Winthrop
Berno
Te ¥Ler
Sioux City
C. W Bucher
Jarva Smith
Filis
California
Congregational
Nellie Collins
Chicago
Pat Collins
Joe McKay
Reedsburg
Wis
Thomas Powell
W. Gwnby
Carlin
Nev
bin Sons
A. D
W. FR
Jessie Owen
Community Notes and Local Visits Announced
Mason returns home after a week with Mrs. Tullock. A. E. Marley of Mt. Vernon visits relatives. Mrs. Arthur Phieffer and Ivan visit the Thom home. W C T U meets January 6 at Henry Eddy home to discuss Franchise. Buffalo Camp No. 434 MWA marks 35th anniversary at Fraternal hall Tuesday evening January 8.
Butlog courtship ends with a spring good night
A short Chicago Tribune blurb notes a young mast tries to say good night as spring approaches, capturing a quiet moment in a local scene.
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Mast
Chicago Tribune
Free Heart Treatment Offer From Dr Miles
A promotional notice advertises Dr Franklin Miles offering free two pound trial heart treatments and a paid 2.50 personal treatment. It claims 36 years of research and promises cures for heart disease and related ailments. Patients are urged to send for a book, examination chart, and trial treatment at Elkhart Indiana.
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Swart
Miles
Franklin Miles
Dept
TFAL
Main St
Elkhart Ind
Fanchon Finds Magic Dancing Shoes to Stardom
A hungry waif named Fanchon pursues a future in dance. She meets a dancing fairy who grants magic shoes, letting her perform flawlessly. The goblins fashion the shoes, and Fanchon rises to worldwide fame, while the fairy remains a secret companion.
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Fanchon
T Abe
McClure
Farmer Makes Big Purchase of Sheep
A. R. Campbell, a farmer east of Independence near Doris, bought 1,490 head of sheep at Omaha and St. Paul. He will feed the flock for months before shipping to the Chicago market.
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A. R. Campbell
Independence
Doris
Omaha
St. Paul
Chicago
Timberland Stewardship And Veal Slaughter Trends
Farm life notes warn timber owners about proper stumpage value and the risk of selling timber too cheaply, citing a Maumee river region case and urging consultation with the state forester. Separate items discuss calf slaughter's impact on beef supply, dairy herd dynamics, and economic forces shaping veal markets, with comparison of English and American practices.
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the Agricultural Department
Ohio
Maumee River
State Forester
State Agricultural College
U. S. Department of Agriculture
England
United States
Details of the new Saxon Six announced
The Saxon Motor company reveals the new Saxon Six at 785 dollars, the lowest priced six in the field, with features rivaling higher priced cars. It is a 5 passenger touring model with a long wheelbase, 6 cylinders, 30 to 35 horsepower, deluxe lighting and starting systems, center control, three forward speeds, and advanced braking. The car debuts at New York and Chicago shows. Guy W Campbell & Co in Bridge Street are local agents.
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Saxon Motor Company
Bol
Abbot Motor Car Company
Detroit
Saxon Company
New York
Chicago
Guy W. Campbell & Co
Bridge Street
Window box cultivation guidance for indoor gardening
The text guides indoor window box setup with soil height, box fit, light access, and drainage. It covers positioning, fasteners, drip pan, water management, and watering frequency across seasons, advising light, frequent watering, and uniform plant types for best results.
Indoor Window Boxes for Fresh Green Appearance
A Weekly News Letter note from the U S Agricultural Department states window boxes should be placed near a window or in a conservatory. The aim is to give a fresh appearance with growing green leaves rather than focusing on flowers.
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Wallace
Professor Kinney
United States
U. S. Agricultural Department
Golden wedding anniversary visit by Hartman family
Edward and Thomas Hartman with their families traveled to Anamosa yesterday to join relatives and attend the golden wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Hartman. The couple were married after Peter Hartman served with Col. Shaws Fourteenth Iowa infantry.
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Edward
Thomas Hartman
Anamosa
Peter Hartman
Col. Shaws
Fourteenth Iowa Infantry
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