Dempsey Fight Fate Hinges on Final Gate Money
Great Falls and Shelby debates center on whether final $100,000 can be raised by July 2 to fund Jack Dempsey's July 4 bout with Tom Gibbons. Promoters seek rail loan or big-money backers as receipts trail the $300,000 guarantee, with No Money No Fight echoed by Jack Kearns.
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Baseball Standings and Odds From Yesterday Skim
Standings and results across the American and National Leagues show New York and Chicago posting decisive wins while Boston and Philadelphia suffered losses. Notes on minor leagues mention upcoming schedule dates and a local lumber-promoter subplot linked to a hotel man named Dan Tracey.
Raymond Loses to Denver Club 6 51
Denver baseball nine defeated Raymond here Sunday afternoon by a score of 6 to 4 in innings. Hoffer pitched brilliantly for Raymond while Brennan stood out for Denver. Outfield catches by Farrell and JocGarvey highlighted the game. Denver plans a return with a hat contest next Sunday at 2 30 p m amid expected Water Town fans.
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Harry Havlicek Hall Sees Shelby Fight
A note from Young Hall states Harry Havlicek will travel to Shelby Montana to watch the Demonsey Gibbons bout on July 4. Havlicek recently wrestled in Chicago, plans more matches this summer, and will spend the hot months in Denver.
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Early career showings of boxing great Jack Dempsey
Summary of Jack Dempsey’s rough early New York debut in 1915 noting a ten round no decision with John Lester Johnson and other bouts with Wild Bert Kenny Andre Anderson and Dan Ketchell. It details his weak defense, one handed style, and gradual rise after joining manager Jack Kearns. It also recalls pivotal early fights leading to his later fame, including Willard and Fulton knockouts and his development of a left-hand dominant attack.
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West Arrives Here Wednesday Morning Wrestling Card
West arrives in town Wednesday morning ahead of a planned match against Jack Rosauer of Waterloo at Electric Park tomorrow night. West, 219 pounds, recently fought in Minneapolis and aims to be in peak shape for a July 4 Wisconsin appearance. Rosauer, 190 pounds, has been off the mat but expects to be in tiptop condition for the best two of three falls finish match. A preliminary four round boxing bout between Kid Roberts and Kid Ray accompanies the wrestling card.
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Dempsey buoyant as day of battle nears in Shelby
Jack Dempsey, 18, upbeat in final training before July 4 title bout with Tommy Gibbons in Shelby Montana. He resumes outdoor sparring today, four to six rounds daily through Sunday, with manager Jack Kearns noting a smooth camp and reduced worries. Wary rival Wray remains hospitalized with a broken jaw, while Dempsey eyes victory and plans to attend ringside for the heavyweight clash.
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Mason City Daredevil to jump bike into Clear Lake
Mason City officer Leon Hood plans a July 4 attempt to beat the motorcycle water jump record of 210 feet at Clear Lake. Hood, holder of a land jump record, will rely on speed of takeoff to launch from the board into the water, aiming for higher distance. A Canadian rider currently holds the water jump mark of 210 feet.
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Tigers Triumph Over Oelwein Nine at Cedar River Park
Waterloo Tigers defeated Oelwein at Cedar River Park Sunday afternoon 4 to 0. Tigers hit hard throughout the game while pitcher Ditched a fine performance. Batteries were Plaster and G. Reilke with Bowten and Larson in the field.
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Bernstein retains featherweight crown in Philadelphia bout
In Philadelphia Jack Bernstein defeats Freddy Jacks of Australia in the fifth round to retain the featherweight title during a 16 round scheduled bout. Montreal’s Roy knocks out Badia Pinedo in another noted clash. The Nationals Lawn Tennis Association plans future jurisdiction over national and intercollegiate tournaments with limited exceptions.
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New York Teams Both Win Again in Wide MLB Action
In a busy National League day, Philadelphia nearly toppled New York as the Mets stretched their win streak to seven with a 11 to with Boston beating Brooklyn 7 to 4. Chicago and St. Louis also won while Cincinnati and Pittsburgh each claimed victories. Ruth rejoined the Yankees and led Boston to a 14 to 6 rout over the Red Sox as Connie Mack shuffled lineups to beat Washington.
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National Horseshoe Pitching Tournament Postponed to Sept 19
Nes Moines reports the national horseshoe pitching tournament at Cleveland is postponed to September 19 at the request of Iowa players aiming to compete in both the national and state fairs. Secretary A R Corey of the Iowa state fair says strong state representation is now probable.
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Cedar Rapids Caps First Game of Series With Marshalltown
Cedar Rapids defeated Marshalltown 3 to 2 in the first game of the series. Levien earned his second win in as many starts for Cedar Rapids, while Irvin pitched well for Marshalltown. Potts and Rye delivered key ninth inning doubles to drive in the deciding run, and Forsythe’s single aided Cedar Rapids' late scoring efforts.
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Dubuque Triumphs Over Islanders In Open Play
Dubuque defeated Rock Island 5 to 2 before the largest home crowd to date. Dubuque used a three-run first inning with three singles a triple and an error, adding two more runs in the ninth and eighth. Rock Island scored in the ninth on Radler’s bases loaded single as controversy arose with umpire DeWeese.
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Laws of Golf Q A and B siegle match question
A match rules query about identifying a ball, pressing grass, and drops after disturbances. Answers cover identifying a ball with consent, not pressing grass, and penalties for casual water relief and disturbances in sand traps.
Morris Isle Camp At Morris Isle Gains Popular Support
Morris Isle Y M C A youth camp near Cedar Falls offers ten day sessions for Waterloo boys with access by water only. More than 150 boys have attended. Facilities include two piers, ten tents, a model headquarters, a mess hall, storage, and cooking range. Planned expansions aim to widen the camp’s appeal for boys and girls in the region. The island lies about four and a half miles northwest of Cedar Falls.
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Allison Defeats Aredale 6 to 5 in Home Opener
Allison Butler County league team won 6 to 5 over Aredale in the season’s first league home game. Timblin delivered the winning run in the ninth inning as Allison improved to 1 0 in the series. The Sunday box score shows Arndale 900 000 401 for nine runs and Allison 010 421 0816 for nine runs. Batteries: Hoganberry and Mahl Benn for Arndale, Frank and Opperman for Allison. Umpire not stated.
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A Tip for the Round by Grantland Rice
Grantland Rice explains golf swing concepts noting that a hurried backswing signals anxiety or overthinking of hazards. He contrasts it with a smooth hackswing indicating mental balance, essential for physical balance. The feature previews Tomorrow Sandy Herd on wrist action in iron play.
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SAFE OR OUT by Charles D White Q A
A reader asks how to score a high ball misplayed by a shortstop. The answer: treat as a safe hit if the batter can reach safely, not penalize the defense, and award base hits as appropriate. The batter’s advancement rules depend on the play and the umpire’s jurisdiction.
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Hawks Lose First Of Three To Ottumwa Six To Nil
Ottumwa scores six runs on nine hits to Waterloo zero, Morgan wild with 11 walks as Dill dominates. O'Shea McEwan each collect two hits for Ottumwa. Doran, Schuster and Mattick spark offense. Three Ottumwa double plays, fielding errors limit Waterloo. Time 1:50. Officials Grant and Severeth.
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Iowa Fight Fans to Have Special Train to Montana Town
Great Northern railway will run 40 special trains to the Dempsey Gibbons fight at Shelby Montana on July 4. J B Carter Des Moines traveling rep of the road announced headquarters in Waterloo for reservations. Round trip including standard Pullman meals and transit will be 98 dollars. Fans will depart Des Moines July 1 for Twin Cities via special deluxe train and return July 6. Reservations with A J Howard or at J and B foothall.
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Hair Groom Ad Promises Lasting Combability All Day
An advertisement claims hair stays combed all day without stickiness grease or odor. A few cents buys a jar of Hair Groom at any drugstore, promising to tame stubborn or shampooed hair in any style.
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