Cubs and Giants Hold Edge in 1928 NL Outlook
Davis J. Walsh assesses the 1928 National League prospects. He sees the Chicago Cubs and New York Giants as the two most improved clubs, with the Cubs possibly the stronger contender for the pennant. Pirates and Cardinals endure changes. Dodgers, Phillies, and Braves show modest gains. Reed Reese and new acquisitions bolster the Giants, while pitching and infield shifts affect several teams.
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New York
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Faulkner Released to Buffalo IL Club
Jim Faulkner, tail southpaw of the New York Giants, was released today to the Buffalo club of the International League. Though used mainly as a tester pitcher he finished great twirling at times last season and had one typic performance. Jock Scott, veteran pitcher, was recalled from Toledo last year and brought in his signed contract.
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Dream of Mississippi Valley league comes closer to reality
Selden Hill, president of the Mississippi Valley League, outlined a plan to include Davenport Rockford Rock Island Moline Dubuque Cedar Rapids Burlington Waterloo by February 1, with Rockford posting a bond to join. Mike Sexton warned major league dominance jeopardizes small clubs as farm teams, while Waterloo manager Cletus Dixon earned praise for fairness and grit. Tom Fairweather spoke on potential endorsements for a Western League franchise.
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Fights Last Night Report From Axsnetated Press
Fights last night feature Mitch Lansing Nichols and Jackie Nichols in Milwaukee where a foul led to a contested decision. Indianapalta and Cody are listed with several boxers including Edmia Ans Merson and Lott Terry in a chaotic configuration of results.
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Wain
Lott Terry
Tenis
Los Angeles
Calvert Colima
White Hox
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Walcote Langford
Cilesgu
Rickard Fighters Dempsey's Rise and First Meeting
A 1929 United Press chronicle recounts Tex Rickard promoting Dempsey Willard in 1919 with a 100000 dollar purse in Toledo. It notes Kearns push and Curley’s resistance, plus Dempsey’s 27 500 dollar guarantee and the bout's decisive first round.
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Magnates Edge Player Over Contract Waivers
A baseball contract wrangle resurfaces as magnates use waivers to pressure unsigned stars. Jugg Dugan reportedly accepts a reworked deal after Ed Barrow calls to prod him. The incident follows past moves by clubs like Cleveland and Boston in player contract disputes.
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Manchester Boys Triumph Over Marion Five
Manchester defeats Marion 24 to 12 as Pulliam leads with five field goals. Marion’s defense stalls, scoring only three baskets. Marion Junior High loses curtain-raiser to local junior team after halftime deficit.
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Baker and Terris On Own When Commission Revokes Katz
New York January 16 The New York State Athletic Commission revokes Abe Katz license amid a dispute with Katz and boxing deputy Daniel Skiing. Sammy Haker and Sid Terris must arrange their own future bouts after the action and Katz was summoned to answer charges of coaching Terris against Jackie Packington.
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Cherry Circle Emblem Quits Chicago Athletic Association
The Chicago Athletic Association disbands its famed Cherry Circle track team after 30 years amid “lack of interest among members.” The move ends a lineage of stars including Avery Brundage and Artie Micus who competed in national and Olympic events. The club will continue swimming and ice hockey while reorganizing around broader athletic interests.
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Creighton Five Defeats Grinnell 39 to 25 in MV Conference
Creighton topped Grinnell 39 to 25 in the Missouri Valley Conference opener as the Bluejays led 19 to 6 at halftime and never trailed. Grinnell returned home after the loss following Parsons overtime win and earlier town games in Iowa.
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Cedar Falls Cadets Defeat East Waterloo 24 to 6
Cedar Falls High School junior cadets bested East Waterloo reserves 24 to 6 in the first game of the series. Cedar Falls used 11 players and spread scoring among the team, with Willis Walker noted in local coverage.
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Wrestling’s Dynamite Sonnenberg Draws Crowds
Dynamite Gus Sonnenberg, 200 pounds, is billed as wrestling’s new star and potential gate puller. His Boston bout with Strangler Lewis drew $72,000, and his next match could top $200,000 as fans crave his fast tempo and risk-taking style. He has already claimed the title and a $8,000 purse plus a $10,000 championship belt.
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Dempsey Starts Light Training Ahead of Sharkey Stribling Fight
In Miami Beach on January 16, Jack Dempsey announced light training to gauge a potential comeback. Aiming for the February 27 showdown at the Miami Dog Track, promoters plan 30 to 60 thousand seats, with prices from 5 to 25 dollars and expected average admission around 12.50. Sharkey earns 100 thousand. Stribling takes 20 percent of gross receipts.
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Hawkeye Cagers Prepare for Northwestern Tilt
Town baskball team turns toward Northwestern at Evanston Saturday night in the first Big Ten game of the season. Iowa sits fourth in the standings after beating Ohio State and Minnesota while Northwestern owns a 1 3 record. the Wildcats recently defeated Ohio State and loom as a strong opponent.
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Waterloo Horses Place Third in Denver Five-Gaited Class
Two horses of Hanna & Miller from Waterloo named Lady Lou and Denny finished third in the five-gaited saddle horse division at the National Western Denver Horse Show yesterday in Denver Colorado. Lady Lou previously won top honors at the Dairy Cattle Congress and National Belgian Horse Show last fall. Hanna & Miller also show six other horses including Peekaboo Mary Lou Dorothy Ray Queen Edna and Gypsy Girl. They are leading the western tour with Cylde Miller in charge as the show runs from Monday through Saturday night.
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Haines Goes Home After Talks With St Louis Officials
St Louis Cardinals star pitcher Jess Haines held a second conference with club officials and left for Philipsburg without announcing any action on a 192% contract.
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Clarksville Sweeps Dumont in Twin Basketball Wins
Clarksville Iowa defeated Dumont in two consecutive games at Dumont gym on January 16. The first game ended 23 to 3 and the second 26 to 9 as Clarksville surged to clean away both halves.
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