Dempsey in Secret Final Workouts Ahead of Title Fight
Atlantic City report says Jack Dempsey, within 48 hours of finishing training, held a 55 minute secret session with heavy bags and light sparring partners Eddie O'Hare and Larry Williams. Critics worried of overtraining, but observers saw peak form and no danger of stale speed. Georges Carpentier's camp also drew attention as fans noted his nearly bald pate and playful banter with visitors at Manhasset training site.
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Fear of foul play in Dempsey Carpentier bout looms
By Jack Mcacliifr, the writer notes bettors suspect a foul win for Dempsey or Carpentier if knocked out early. He mentions boxers and corner men like Descamps and Kearns assessing risks and control in the setup, with emphasis on keeping a clear head in the ring.
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Man O War Remains On Peaceful Kentucky Farm
Samuel Riddle will not race Man O War again. The owner and family oppose a return to the track. The famed horse rests on a Kentucky stock farm as Mrs Riddle fears reconditioning would harm his strength and health after a lengthy rest.
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A Comic Strip in Type Exercise By Proxy
A 1921 column humorously imagines golf evolved into couch to carry method where golfers hire child caddies to haul gear and push mobility while players relax. It forecasts push mobiles and befits across sports with cadry assistants and seated signal callers.
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Greens’ Committee
Equess
Associated Editors
Seven homerun clutter in tilt at Philadelphia
Seven homeruns highlighted the game with five by the Phillies in a 12 to win. New York rallied with five runs off Hubbell before the Phillies held on for the victory amid a heavy barrage of long balls.
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Standings and yesterday’s results across American Association and Western League
Yesterday's standings show Louisville, Toledo, Indianapolis tied 9 8 with Columbus Kansas City St. Paul 1 Milwaukee 5 Minneapolis 10 in the American Association. Cedar Rapids 0 Terre Haute 5 Rockford 6 Evansville 7. Mes Moines 3 Sioux City 1 Oklahoma City 6 Tulsa 3 Wichita 4 Joplin 2 St. Joseph Omaha 4.
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England Middleweight Title Bout Ends On Points
Ted Lewis defeated Jack Bloomfield on points in a 20 round middleweight championship bout in London England. The report notes boxing results from several cities including Baltimore Cincinnati and Pittsburgh and mentions other sports events and records such as Jack Bentley’s home run streak and Frank Troeh’s trapshoot score at Minnesota state event.
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London
Ted Lewis
Jack Bloomfield
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Mich
Michigan Boxing Commission
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Cincinnati
Fort Snelling
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Who'll Lose Complete Story of Dempsey Carpentier Fight
Local comments reveal mixed predictions ahead of the Dempsey Carpentier bout in Jersey City. Clerks and association staff discuss strengths and national pride, with some predicting a swift victory for Dempsey and others fearing legal challenges to the event.
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H. O. Kelley
Greater Waterloo
Felow
Carpentier
Dempsey
Bergdoll
Migrating carp spurn dam stairs awaiting elevator
Carp in the river below the dam ignore a newly built three foot wide set of steps intended to help them reach the mill pond. For days big and small carp bang against the dam boards, while a spectator quips they seem to be waiting for an elevator. Deputy Ed Chapman installed the steps to aid passage, but the fish have not used them.
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Ed Chapman
Stecher Prepares for Winter Wrestling Comeback
Joe Stecher the Nebraska wrestler and former heavyweight champion plans a summer rest to regain form for the winter season. He has turned down several lucrative engagements citing illness and needing rest. He also intends a hunting trip in the mountains early fall.
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Nebraska
Stecher
Ther Mountains
Martin predicts Dempsey late knockout in boxing clash
John D. Martin, president of the Southern League, says a good big man will beat a plucky tile man and that Carpentier is too small for the title. He adds Dempsey will knock him out, noting several American light-heavies could give Carpentier trouble.
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United Press
Memphis
Tenn
John D. Martin
Southern League
Carpentier
America
Dempsey
Ring careers of fifth Goliaths given in outline
The article reviews Jack Dempsey's December 14 1920 Madison Square Garden bout with Bill Brennan noting Dempseys slow form and a single knockdown while Brennan pressed early. It also recounts Carpentier Jeannette clashes from 1914 with Jeannette praising Carpentiers power and a sparring remark about Demspey.
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Associated Press
Jack Dempsey
Bill Brennan
Madison Square Garden
Brennan
Dempsey
Dempsty
Busy Baseball Action Across Iowa and Nearby Cities
Mason City Independents edged the Webster City Monarchs 6 to 5 in 11 innings as 14 hits could not overcome scattered defense. La Porte City fell 7 to 2 to Denver after a damaging eighth inning, despite a close start. Vinton beat Jesup 10 to 3 behind Holsclaw’s 15 hits. Charles City defeated Cresco 7 to 1 before rain halted play in the sixth. New Hartford outlasted Eleanor 6 to 5 in 11 innings to cap a day of varied results.
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Fourth Go Tonight Between Joe Lynch and Joe Burman
Chicago bantamweight Joe Burman fights his fourth bout with rival Joe Lynch at East Chicago tonight. The pair have split the prior three decisions with one draw, and Burman promises a knockout. Also on card, Andy Chaney faces Bud Christiano in a ten round bout. Palm Beach suits advertised at Waterloo Laundry Go.
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Associated Press
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Pirates rookie Mor rison wins debut over Cubs
Yesterday's scoreboard highlights include John Morrison, Pirates rookie pitcher, winning his first major league game against the Cubs. Phillies crush Giants 12 to 2 with Beary hitting, homers by Kelley Smith Parkin son Leborveau Rawlings and Williams. George Sisler struck out twice in pinch as Cleveland beat the Browns 4 to 2. Robins top Braves 5 to 2 on four fifth inning runs. Red Sox rally to 6 to 5 over Athletics with two late-inning runs. Reds snap losing streak with Danhert homer in 5 to 2 win over Cardinals. College golf tourney opens in Greenwich with 50+ players from Yale Harvard Princeton Cornell Columbia Dartmouth Williams MIT and Cambridge University.
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Canada to rival American racing with bigger purses
Commander Ross predicts Canada will become a major racing competitor within two years as Canadian tracks attract larger purses and more patrons. He notes America leads now but Canada is gaining, with Montreal's Blue Bonnet track benefiting from improvements he has made.
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Sportsman
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Allison to Play Chicago Union Giants Thursday
Gilkerson's Union Giants of Chicago will play Charles City at Charles City tomorrow. The Giants won two games from New Hampton 3 to 1 and 3 to 2 last week. They will play Allison at Allison Thursday. Allison has strengthened its team considerably for this contest.
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Rain Delays National Clay Court Tennis Championship
Chicago on June 28 reports rain delaying the men’s national clay court championships. Three days in, only seven games completed. about 30 matches planned for today if weather clears.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Jupe Plavius
Americans Keep Steeds for Use on U S Tracks
There is a halt in sending trotting and pacing horses to Europe over the last two months. Foreign buyers report difficulty purchasing race-ready stock in the United States. The slowdown is blamed on renewed local interest in racing and owners retaining horses for the current season.
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New Orleans Promoter Eyes Next Big Heavyweight Fight
Dominic Tortorich, New Orleans fight promoter, praises North and East success in boosting championship bouts. He plans the next heavyweight clash and has spoken with Eddie Kane, manager of Tommy Gibbons, whom he believes could enter a heavyweight title scene. Kane says he can offer assurance on the site of the next match.
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