Central association directors meet in Cedar Rapids session
Central association directors gather in Cedar Rapids next Wednesday for a pivotal session. They will tackle pennant disputes between Marshalltown and Muscatine, veteran rule amendments, potential reorganization of the Three-I and Central circuits, and the election of a new president. Sports writers also meet to set officials and officers.
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Cardinals Salary Cuts Foresee Broad Roster Trim
St Louis January 6 management plans to save about 9000 from the Cardinals payroll with many contracts reduced or wiped, including Bescher Snyder and Butler. Key figures Bescher 5500 Snyder 6206 Miller 6000 Doak under 5000 Wilson minor league drop Beck minor league. King faces greatest cuts as readjustment affects five contracts and more.
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Towa Preparing For Big Gymnastic Meet
Iowa City reports rapid progress toward the big gymnastic meet at the State university in March. Iowa men train daily as Ames and Northwestern already submit entries. Wisconsin captain visited Iowa City to inspect the gymnasium.
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Dysart Wins Sixth Straight Basketball Game
Dysart dominated Grundy Center 60 to 21 in the sixth straight victory. Dengler led with 11 baskets, Hecht and Kruse added multiple scores, while Trellveyean starred for Grundy Center. Referee Riddlesbarger called the game in Dysart’s favor.
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Hawkeye Five Faces Maroons In Season Opener Tonight
Towa City will stage a conference opener as the Hawkeyes meet Chicago in Chicago with four veterans and four experienced Chicagoans. Iowa twice beat Chicago last season by margins of one point and Dutton returns at center after a foot injury, with Olson ready to fill in. Captain Bannick and Lam man the forward spots with Von Lackum and Schiff at guards. Muscatine also wins again as the local independent team tops Rockford 26 to 20 for its eighth straight victory.
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Whitney to open boxing club in Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids boxer Frankie Whitney, known as Cedar Rapids' fighting carpenter, calls for legalized boxing in Iowa and hopes legislators will pass a law allowing bouts. He envisions a local boxing club under state supervision with physician checks and regulated rounds to improve health and provide charitable receipts for hospitals and public benefits.
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Williams Opposes Change in Football Rules for 1917
Minneapolis Jan. 6 The University of Minnesota coach Dr Henry J Williams and NC A A rules committee member says few if any changes will be made to the 1917 football rules He asserts the present rules give the best game and should remain as they are He notes the public is satisfied and coaching staff and players have solid material to work with. the past season shows marked development in science and strategy of play.
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Henry J. Williams
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License for hunting fishing and trapping proposed
A state game warden E C Hinshaw advocates a combined hunting fishing and trapping license as a revenue measure to fund lake stocking and park creation. The plan exempts boys under 14 and women, aims to fund improvements, create parks, stock waters, and widen access to fishing for both poor and rich, with Waterloo proposed as a state park site if enacted.
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Felsch Top Outfielder Prospects and Sox Manager Praise
Stats and speculation abound as Chicago fans eye a Cedar River park near the city. Oscar Felsch of Milwaukee, star center fielder for the White Sox last season, is expected to lead league outfielders in fielding and to rank high in batting. Shanks and Speaker rates are noted in comparisons. Packey McFarland retires after setting a 25000 price tag. Clarence Rowland receives widespread congratulations on his reappointment as Chicago American League manager with all players pledging a winning season.
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Grinnell to Play Nebraska Opener in Big Season Kickoff
Grinnell set to host Nebraska next Wednesday with four players from last year’s lineup expected to start. Coach Huff arranged the Cornhuskers visit after a series with Simpson, while Meacham Augustine and North North vie for center and guard spots. Veteran guards Swan and Norris likely to begin, with Sowers and Miller improving in practice for roles.
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Bender Praised as Wisest Pitcher by Lajoie in 1900s praise
Philadelphia dispatch recalls Nap Lajoie calling Chief Bender the wisest pitcher he faced after a long career facing greats like Rusie McGinnity Joss and Mathewson. Lajoie notes Bender’s prime speed and mastery of pitching tricks, saying even past his peak he remained superb due to deep knowledge of the profession.
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Not Take the Chief Jong to Find Out What It Was
The lone pitcher in the game with all world series victories leads the mound effort as the others scout the mystery play. His experience contrasts with a lineup seeking answers, while the crowd watches in tense anticipation.
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Sender
Two New Cities Vie For Grand Circuit Acceptance
Peoria and Jacksonville seek admission to the Grand Circuit as Atlanta hosts the annual meeting January 22 and 23. Debates may loom over H. K. Devereux’s renomination while votes on new member applications and a 1917 schedule are poised to be decided in Atlanta. Bil Brannon, Detroit umpire, recalls conflicts with International League players including a menacing threat about his safety.
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