Carpentier Confident In World Title Bid Against Dempsey
Georges Carpentier and staff believe the French challenger will win the world heavyweight title from Jack Dempsey in Jersey City next week. They predict a fifth or sixth round stoppage, citing Carpentier’s speed and stamina. Dempsey resumed workouts in Atlantic City after a birthday break, with open-air sessions planned and a celebratory party hosted by reporters.
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A Comic Strip in Type: Twin Bed Vacation Debate
A playful dialogue depicts Mrs. Doverleigh challenging Mr. Doveleigh about his planned camping vacation alone. She accuses him of secrecy and warns of constant nagging upon his return, while he insists on the trip and downplays her concerns. The strip, dated 1921, frames marital tension with humor.
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White Sox Edge Cubs In Final Cleveland Game 4 2
Cleveland won the final game of the series against Chicago 4 to 2, fueled by Leslie Nunamaker driving in three runs and strong pitching by Mails. Nunamaker provided the key RBIs while Mails limited Chicago to hits in only two innings, as Cleveland built an early lead and held on for the win.
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Who ll Win United Press Report on Boxing Odds
Columbus reporter Nick Albanez, a Toledo cook for Dempsay, says Willard will last four rounds. He dismisses Carpentier as powerless, cites Beckett and Moran as winnable opponents, and notes Dempsey has knocked out 40 men in one minute since he began fighting. He bets Carpentier finishes the first round.
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Britishers Slow to Pick Winner in Jack-Georges Bout
London reports a divided public on the July 2 Jersey City bout. Even if Dempsey wins, bets are scarce and odds fade. Many British observers favor Carpentier or doubt Dempsey’s prowess, while some recall his knockout of Joe Beckett and doubt American hype.
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World's Cowboy Championship Events In Chicago July Dates
The world's cowboy championship events will be staged at Grant Park from July 15 to 24 with Brenk riding steer roping and other events offering nearly 25090 in cash prizes and six championship belts. Last year's champions return to defend titles as crowds of about 20,000 are expected and stock stock is planned for accommodation and attendance.
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National clay court tennis tourney opens in Chicago
The Associated Press reports the eleventh national clay court tournament begins in Chicago with 7A of the nation’s top players entering. First and second round matches take place today and tomorrow among Chicago entrants, while out of town competitors start Tuesday along with the doubles events. Notables include Norris Williams, John Hennessey, Sam Hardy, Walter Hayes, and C. B. Herd. The event is framed as a fast, high-level meet with a $1.00 fee for Waterloo Laundry Go advertisement.
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Rockford Featherweights Fight To Ten Round Draw
Rockford area featherweights Artie Root Ak ron and Willie Green from Chicago battled in a ten round draw at Camp Grant. Newspaper ringside accounts noted a tightly contested bout with even exchanges throughout.
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Standings and results from multiple baseball leagues
In the American Association Indianapolis tied Columbus and Louisville at three, Toledo defeated Minneapolis seven to three, Milwaukee did not have a result listed. Foree-I League Bloomington beat Molina 3 to 0 in seven innings, Rock Island topped Peoria 4 to 2, J Rockford won 6 to 1 over Terre Haute, Cedar Rapids won 6 to 0 over Evansville. Western League St. Joseph beat Des Moines 11 to 2, Oklahoma City defeated Joplin 4 to 4, Omaha beat Sioux City 7 to 1, Wichita game vs Tulsa postponed due to rain.
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Local High School Games Set For Tomorrow
Jesup visitors Vinton hosts, Denver travels to La Porte, City plays Oelwein at Independence, Clarksville meets Waverly, Tripoli faces Allison, Mason City visits Webster City, Cedar Falls Legion visits Washburn, Dysart takes on Waterloo Independents here, Parkersburg plays Dike, Hampton vs Dumont.
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Dempsey Defends Title Against Miske in Labor Day Bout
Associated Press recounts Jack Dempsey defending his heavyweight crown against Billy Miske last Labor Day. Dempsey, known as a formidable mauler, overwhelmed Miske who showed grit and boxing skill but lasted only two rounds before multiple knockdowns and a final stoppage after a stomach and chin hammer blow. Miske had recovered from injury and displayed improvement since the Willard fight.
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Waterloo Nine Opens Season at Cedar River Park Tomorrow
Manager R L Britson of the Waterloo Independents sends his squad on the field at Cedar River park tomorrow at 2 30 p m for a first season tryout against the Dysart nine. Allison and Tripoli meet at Allison fair grounds at 1 p m with Allison seeking to recover from a 6 2 defeat. Cedar Falls meets Washburn at Joe Washovea ballpark at 2 30 p m. Other area games include Denver vs La Porte City, Jesup vs Vinton, Oelwein vs Independence, Clarksville vs Waverly, Parkersburg at Tipke, and Mason City at Webster City.
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What Style Will Dempsey Use Against Carpentier
The article weighs how Dempsey may fight Carpentier after the Brennan bout. It questions whether he will dance and feint or press with his left and right hooks, noting Dempsey’s unsettled condition and possible overtraining. It discusses past form, nerves, and the possibility of a knockout path to victory.
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Dempsey Willard Bout Plans and Early 1919 Boxing Talk
The article recounts the Dempsey Willard heavyweight rivalry, noting Tex Rickard's role and the Feb 9 1919 meeting in New York to set bout conditions. It details potential sites, training camps near the arena, and plans for a July 4 match in Toledo, amid legal boxing constraints in New York.
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Dempsey set to stop Carpentier before third round
By Jack McAuliffe the undefeated lightweight champion Dempsey will beat Carpentier and retain the world title. The bout will likely end in under three rounds if Dempsey’s wind holds. Carpentier may suffer cuts and be carried out with minimal marks, while Dempsey bleeds but fights on.
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Dempsey Predicted to Stop Carpentier in Second Round
The forecast calls for Dempsey to press hard with powerful left body punches. Carpentier, weakened in round two, relies on speed and technique to keep away. Dempsey traps him, landing a double left hook and a jaw right near the end of the second, ending the bout. Descammo may intervene if his fighter is overwhelmed.
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Giants Rout Phillies as Snyder Hits Two Homers
Frank Snyder starred for the Giants as catcher two homers powered a 12 to 2 victory over the Phillies. Les Nunamaker had three hits and three RBIs for the Indians in a 3 to 2 win over the White Sox. Bailey wild pitched the Pirates past the Cubs 3 to 2. Braves 8th inning rally produced four runs in a 7 to 6 win for the Robins. Carl Mays sharp pitching and Murderers Row help the Yankees over the Senators 9 to 3. Hasty’s strong pitching aided the Athletics to a 5 to 3 win over the Red Sox. Davis held the line six innings before the breakdown. Tigers crushed the Browns 12 to 0.
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Substance found to roughen balls for pitchers
New York, June 25. Chemistry aids pitchers against heavy hitting. A Philadelphia scientist devised a moist chalklike substance rubbed on new balls to roughen the surface and improve grip. Umpires rub the ball. tests at Shibe Park and Yankee Washington game drew praise from Carl Mays and Walter Johnson. Umpires Nallin Chill Owens would recommend approval to major league heads.
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National Gymnastics Union Meet Opens in Chicago
Seven thousand athletes, 5000 men and 2000 women, will compete in the national tournament of the American Gymnastics Union at Riverview Park, Chicago. Events cover track, field, swimming, and diving over four days starting Thursday, with St. Louis arrivals on a special train. A reception precedes the opening, and on Wednesday evening remarks by Senator McCormick, Governor Small, and Major Thompson are planned.
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