Martin Gafe Wins First Half Title in Seagan City League
Martin Gafe’s Bowling team clinched the first half pennant with 24 wins and 9 losses and a .727 percentage. Tibbitts Tailors finished second at 23 and 10, with Palace Clothiers and U.T. Kis tied for third at 9-9 and 3. The second half begins Tuesday at White Side and Waterloo alleys, with eight teams set to compete.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin
Tibbitts’ Tailors
The
Palace Clothiers
U. T. Kis
White Side
Waterloo Alleys
Martin Cafe
A. E. Johnson
Rank Meenaht
Frank Manahl
McFarlane, Gorman and
Co. Manaht
Martin Case
Armstrons DeLorbe
Alexander Llbert Gram
Averarce
Epasebeweeme Ge Sabe
Tibbitts Tallott— McFarlane
Weltzein
Tibbitts Gardner
Palace Clothiers— Johnson « Towne E
Smith Barset
Hlatzbach
Lovers of Wild Life Oppose Modification of Game Laws
John B. Burnham of the American Game Protective Association urges all wildlife lovers to oppose recent proposals to modify or suspend game laws amid food shortages. He condemns propaganda by commercial dealers and calls conservationists to action to prevent wildlife extermination and safeguard protective statutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John B. Burnham
American Game Protective Association of
New York City
Sportsman’s Innasional Organization
Courier-Journal
Louisville
Team averages and names in unclear scoreboard note
Fragmentary OCR lists many names and terms such as Frank, Manan, Reed, Morris, Bodhoids, Martin, Brewer, Hayes, Hansan, J. Morris, Kezar, Trogir, and Neduir with references to team averages and fees but provides no coherent event, team, date, or outcome to summarize into a full report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank ‘Brothers
Manan
Reed
Morrisson
Martin Big Heade
A. Manahl
W. Manahl
Brewer
Hayes Martin Crue
Av Black and Hansan
J. Morrissi
Kezar
Manahl
Trogir
Neduir
Two Greene Boys Start Out to Sea the World
A chaotic jumble of old headlines and snippets mentions the Chelsea police reshuffle with Jack Prusha as chief, gossip at county offices, and Chicago sport hype. It recalls Chris Von der Ahe’s rise and fall, the Lucky Dutchman monu ment, and ruminations on improbable resolutions amid a杂 newspaper collage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greene
Chelseas
Chelsea Tribune
Chelsea
Dee Shugart
Jack Prusha
Jack
Indianapolis
Chris von der Abe
St. Louis Browns
Chris
Cryrané de Bergerac
Falstaff
Browns
St. Louis
Halcyon
Bellefontaine
von der Ahe
George Tyler Joins Cubs in Doyle Trade
Reported yesterday that George Tyler is sent to the Chicago Cubs in exchange for Larry Doyle and Bill Wilson, with Doyle possibly returning to the Nationals in a 1915 deal. Chicago officials note the move strengthens the team's pitching depth as manager Mitchell builds a strong rotation including Alexander Vaughn Douglas and Tyler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Tyler
Chicago Cubs
Doyle, Wilson
Chicsen
Boston Nations
Chitata Nationals
Larry Doyle
Weerhman
Chicago
Roston
Doyle
Wilson
Doyte
New York Nationals
Zimmerman
Boston Harter
Mitchell
Alexander
Vaughn
Douglas
Tyler
West High Grabs Season Opener In Tight 25 22 Win
West High survives a fierce rally by Cedar Falls High to win 25 to 22 at the YMCA gym. Simpson led West with early scores, then Cedar Falls surged in the second half behind Hansen Sherrod and Robinson before West held on. Final lone field goal by West and strong defense sealed the victory.
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West High
Cedar Falls High
Waterloo
West
Cedar Falls
Barnes
Lawn City
Capt. Simpson
Cedar
Hansen
Sherrod
Robinson
Simpson
Farr
Warner
C. Miller
Rubin
Hal
Altho
Training School Beats Reinbeck 26 to 22 in Cedar Falls
Jan 5 report shows Training School girls defeat Reinbeck 26 to 22 in Cedar Falls. LeValley led with seven field goals and strong defense while Reinbeck struggled to capitalize in enemy territory. Referees Perrine and Morganson credited for officiating.
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Cedar Falls
Reinbeck
LeValley
Shemfield
F .Hictor
W. Bieberfeld
Line Porter
Ohrt Jange
Ta Biebe
Reo
Kates
Ohrt
Referea Perrine
Morganson
Orter
Iowa Marksmen Shine In 1917 Past Year Report
The Interstate Trapshooting Association official report shows Iowa marksmen achieving strong averages in 1917 with at least 2 000 targets counted. Notable shooters include Chas Wummel La Porte City Dean Glanville Mason City Wm Ridle What Cheer and others from Mason City Le Mars Gladbrook and Davenport among listed competitors with high scores.
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Iowa
Interstate Trapshooting Association
Iowa Markstmen
Chas. Wummel
la Porte City
Dean
Glanville
Mason’ S City
Seceeas
Ridle
Joseph Kautzky
Didge
J. Mertes
Norwood
Davienport
George Anderson
Therville
EB. Wainwright
Lissteve
Carson
Mason
Taberski Defeats Greenleaf for Pocket Card Championship Emblem
Frank Taberski defeated Ralph Greenleaf in Milwaukee to claim permanent ownership of the championship emblem after a 450 to score. A Gary Indiana bout between Jack White and Ever Hanmer was canceled due to poor attendance. A J Herrmann of Chicago was elected secretary treasurer of the Boston American League club. WH Frazee of New York was re elected president.
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Chicago
Frank Taberski
Ralph Greenleaf
Milwaukee
Gary
Ind
Jack White
Ever Hanmer
A. J. Herrmann
Boston
WH. H. Frazee
New York
Boxing notes on Greb Wolfe Ertle Downey and more
Food For Fight Fans reports Harry Greb claims 335000 from last year's bouts in Pittsburgh. Johnny Ertle and Jack Wolfe rescheduled to box January 25 in Cleveland. Bryan Downey and Ted Lewis near clash in Cleveland under Mat Hinkel. Jack Dillon versus George Chip set for Duluth January 25. Neatweight star J Reagan to face Neal Allison in Philadelphia. George Brown advances to sergeant after army promotion. Johnny Dundee back in action likely in Philadelphia or Cleveland. Georges Carpentier, aiding the war effort, says he will listen to Willard after Kaiser is defeated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan Downey
Ted Lewis
Cleveland
Mat Hinkel
Ty Cobb May Enlist in Marine Corps
Ty Cobb a famed batter and base runner, plans to enlist in the Marine Corps. Nig Clarke, a former Cleveland catcher, serves as a noncommissioned officer at a South Carolina camp. Cobb was visited in Augusta, Georgia, and friends report he is seriously considering enlisting despite being subject to the draft.
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Mich
Tan
Ty Cobb
Marine Corps
Nig Clarke
Cleveland Catchar
2 Camp
South Carolina
Cobb
Augusta
Georgia Panch
Clarke
Hunting Ducks from Airplanes Sparks Controversy
An aviation era sport proposes duck hunting from airplanes to sharpen marksmanship, arguing that speed mirrors combat and improves accuracy. Army corps members cite practice value while skeptics question safety and practicality. Joe Horan joins the scene from Fort Nodge club and Joplin team.
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Aviation Corps
Army Corps
Navy enlistment moves Horan toward Great Lakes training
Horan has been enlisted in the navy and sent to the Great Lakes training school, according to word received here. He played in the outfield with Joplin last season and stood as one of the circuit's leading hitters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Brown
Uncle Sam
Navy
Great Lakes
Horan
Joplin
Leonard Will Not Fight For Long Time After Camp Duty
Lightweight champion Benny Leonard will not fight for several months as he serves boxing instructor duties at Camp Upton New York. Leonard told sport writers he is back at work and Uncle Sam comes first, prioritizing military service over further bouts for now.
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Neal Allison
Benny Leonard
New York
Leonard
Camp Upton
N. Y
Sam
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Martin Gafe
Hale
Seagan
City Bowling League
Suirts
Tibbitts Tailors
I. K- Shoe Co
Camp Lewis
Pasadena
Cal
Los Angeles
Jim Jeffries
Jeffries
Tak
Jer
Charles Weeghman
Cate
TS Ty Marsi
Menlo
Weeghman
Cedar Rapids
Florida
California
Hummel High
Harry Greb
Pittsburgh
Johnny Ertle
Jack Wolfe
Jack Dillon
George Chip
Duluth
Minn
Jimmy Reagan
Jan. J. Reagan
Johnny Dundee
Philadelphia
Georges Carpentier
Kaiser
Jess Willard
Willard
Carpentier
Joe Horan
Fort Nodge
Central Association
BY Geo. McManus
Oprimic and
Omarges
D. B. Phelps
Optometrist and
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