Western conference may break with A A U over sanction
New York Jan 18 The Western conference may run its athletic meets without A A U sanction officials say Dan Ferris A A U secretary treasurer notes there is no break but a stance against A A U control Major John L Griffith Western conference commissioner says the group will hold independent meets and not pay the $10 sanction The A A U would disqualify if non collegiate athletes compete but Ferris argues A A U only controls events involving A A U athletes and non collegiate stars may still be invited
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Nebraska
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Athletic Journal
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University of Southern California
Leland Stanford
Syracuse
Waverly Quintet Suffers Scoreless Night in Loss to La Porte City
Waverly High fell 26 to 4 as La Porte City used a passing attack to dominate from the opening minutes. Van Doorn led Waverly with three gift shots while Morgan added a single free throw. La Porte City’s lineup featured Bryst, Allison, Elliot, and Le Porte among others in a decisive early-season road win.
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Kresges and Zippers Triumph in Girls Court Games
Kresges and the Zippers won league basketball games on the W. G. A. floor. Kresges defeated the Owls 26 to 16 and the Zippers beat the Telephone girls 45 to 20. Three league games are scheduled for Wednesday at the Y. W. G. A.
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Armour hockey defeats Waterloo and fades from headlines
Back Checking The Armour team from South St Paul beat Waterloo six to two here two weeks ago and followed with wins over Fire and Marine Insurance and Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing. Brass notes claim the Chicago Athletic Association team denied reinforcement rumors. Bridie Karnes, St Marys College coach, is a former gridiron standout and serves as hockey coach and assistant football coach.
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Y Cagers Upset Dope 32 to 23 in Industrial League clash
The Y M C A cagers upset the Oilmen 32 to 23 at the M G A gym, using fast breaking and crisp passing. Schenk led scoring with six field goals and a free throw, while Bartles-Shepherd’s Tommy Thompson fired five goals and four free throws as Elwell anchored the defense.
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Canzoneri Stops Cuban Ring Foe in Fifth Round
Tony Canzoneri, former featherweight champion turned lightweight, stopped Cuban Armand Santiago in the fifth round after a aggressive body attack. Santiago had staggered Canzoneri earlier, but Canzoneri recovered and finished with a sharp combination. Promoter James Mullen said the winner could face Ted Morgan for the Junior lightweight title.
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Tony Canzoneri
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Armand Santiago
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Joey Sangar
Milwaukee
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Correll to play final Indiana game vs Minnesota
Bloomington Indiana January 19 former Indiana basketball captain guard Robert Correll will play his last college game against Minnesota in Bloomington Monday night. Correll has starred for the Hoosiers since the second half of 1998 and is ending a long college career.
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Team Managers to Discuss Plans for Waterloo Tournament
Waterloo amateur basketball team managers are invited to a meeting tomorrow at 2 pm in the second floor conference room of the Waterloo Evening Courier. Plans for a citywide tournament will be discussed following positive expressions from managers and fans after the Courier sports department suggested the idea.
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Walter Johnson and Casey Stengel in a famed exhibition clash
Pitcher Walter Johnson dazzled with a blazing fastball as Casey Stengel recalls his first and only at bat against the Fireball King in a fall exhibition. Stengel stood with a bat, Johnson’s motion produced a strike, and a quick bench reminder led to a humorous miscue. Nemo Leibold also faced The Big Train, struck out thrice, and lamented his place in the league after Johnson’s rapid deliveries.
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Jensen Too Much for Drake and Creighton Wins
Des Moines, Jan. 19. Creighton, led by Jensen at center with six seven height, defeated Drake 37 to 21 to stay atop the Missouri Valley standings. Jensen scored 18 of Creighton's 37 points as Drake opened 4-1 before Creighton surged to a 20-12 halftime lead and pulled clear in the second half.
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West Union Beats Elgin In Doubleheader Basketball
West Union defeated Elgin boys 19 to 9 and girls 33 to 6 in a local doubleheader. Osage defeated Nashua 22 to 0 at Nashua last night in another basketball game.
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Life of Tex Rickard and Madison Square Garden
A 1920s portrait of Tex Rickard, builder of Madison Square Garden, its creation from the old garden, Wall Street backing, and Ringling influence. The article covers his rise, the Dec 11 1925 opening with Delaney Berlenbach, his hands on every detail, and his vision of a nationwide arena chain. It notes his death and lingering work ethic, plus his impact on boxing and New York sports.
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The Inevitable Break Between Big Ten and A A U
The balance hinges on a rift between the Western conference and the A A U sparked by Major John L. Griffith. With 1926 as a turning point, colleges push toward NC AA governance, shaping a unified future while the old amateur body wanes. Strong support from midwestern coaches and presidents under Griffith signals a shift toward a self governed program built on principled athletic conduct.
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Amateur Athletic Union
John L. Griffith
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1A. A. U
Charles Hoff
Paavo Nurmi
Rues
National Collegiate Athletics Association
Rickard Married Third Wife Maxine Hodges at White Sulphur Springs
The text notes Henry Rickard wed Miss Maxine Elliott Hodges, a Chicago former actress, when she was 25, at White Sulphur Springs West Virginia. They had a daughter Maxine in 1927 and Rickard left most of his fortune to her in his will. His yacht bore her name and he faced and was acquitted of a 1930s assault charge after a brief jury deliberation. Kermit Roosevelt testified to his character.
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Chicago stadium matchmaker named by Chicago sports writer
Sam P. Hall, a Chicago sports writer, was named matchmaker for the new seven million dollar Chicago stadium opening in March. Paddy Harmon, head of Chicago Stadium Corp, announced that Tommy Loughran and Jackie Fields have been signed to face unnamed opponents. Decorah gorgers edge New Hampton 24 to 9 in high school basketball on Decorah floor.
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Chicago Stadium Corporation
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Philadelphia
Jackie Fields
California
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Decorah
New Hampton
Mid-Continent Petroleum to Clash with Bran don Town Team
The Mid-Continent Petroleum corporation basketball team meets Brandon town tonight at the Y M C A starting at 7 30 o clock. This will be the first opportunity for fans to see the Mid-Continent team in action as all prior games were played out of town.
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No Snakes in Roundhouse Engine Pits Here Says Master Mechanic
Norman D. Bell master mechanic for the Illinois Central asserts no snakes in the roundhouse engine pits. He notes pits are cleaned twice daily and cites his decades of experience with rats bugs and occasional snakes in pits and basements. He says snakes appear when rivers or swamps are nearby and urges calm while detailing pit construction and duties.
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Seek Receivership In Foreclosure Case At Charles City
Charles City Iowa January 15 suit of W A Clem against Henry J Boedecker an action for appointment of a receiver during the year of redemption on lands sold under foreclosure was began in district court here today.
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Davenport Bandits Rob Couple in Home
Davenport, Ia Jan 18 Police sought three armed men who escaped with over $3,000 in cash and valuables after entering the Wiese home. They bound the couple, then left with $550 cash and $2,500 worth of diamonds following a systematic search. The assailants were unmasked.
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