Ghostly pitching sinks Yankees in World Series game three
Giants beat the Yankees 3 to 0 as Long John Scott returns from the grave to terrorize New York. McGraw’s Giants capitalize on the phantom pitcher with solid hits and timely plays while Miller Huggins’s club tries desperate relief attempts and plans to counter with Carl Mays and Rush.
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A Comic Strip in Type ends with Alfred Horse tale
Alfred Horse, a bedridden figure in a city hotel basement world, endures a grotesque spectacle of legs and dogs as he peers from bars at a shifting outside world. One morning he discovers a different, colorless life beyond his window, losing interest in his former acts and world. the tale closes with a bedtime farewell.
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Cornell College Co-eds Learn Football Dope
Cornell College co-eds in Mount Vernon Iowa are taking football lectures led by Sherman W. Finger to understand the game. They aim to rate varsity tactics, field positions, and plays, while observing training rules and discipline. The first session covered fundamentals, penalties, and a chalk talk with demonstrations.
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White Sox battery to face Fort Dodge in exhibition
Fort Dodge, Ia Oct 7 On Sunday Oct 15 Ray Schalk famed catcher and a pitcher will play Fort Dodge against Eagle Grove in an 11 inning tune up. Southpaw 12ft Wilson from Clarion will start for Eagle Grove. Officials expect a record crowd at the game.
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Easte Grove
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Wade
Luther College Opens Season Next Monday
Decorah Ia Luther College opens its season next Monday with a game against Mines to Decorah. Trinity withdrew from its end of the contract and Platteville school likely fills the open date. Miners played Decorah two years ago with the same end result in favor of the opponent.
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Major League Records Today Highlight Largest Receipts
A brief note lists Major League Records Today with emphasis on largest receipts and notable figures. The fragmented clippings reference NL teams and financial milestones, signaling a sports business focus despite incomplete context.
Ton i Taggart wins May Day stake at Leampton meet
Toni Taggart’s senator wins the May Day stake of $12,250 for 1 year, set a new reread record. New York Lloyd Tolissa defeats Valfor Dla heavyweight with a knockout. Rat’s pea n weight champion Tidlaragalia loses to Tag fe Palmer. Akron lattayeyeight heat Peking Kid Hermpan iw in vanndis.
Swartz and Burton Star for Kansas Aggies
Manhattan Kansas October 7 Keen football judgment by Kansas Aggies head coach Charles Bachman developed two standout players Swartz quarterback and Burton halfback Swartz moved to quarterback after Bachman arrived in 1920 and quickly earned acclaim as a top passer Burton, versatile and fast, became a feared back and key to last season’s Missouri upset, showcasing open field speed and playmaking ability for the Aggies
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iHe
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Missouri
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Middle West
Independent Grid Squad Ready for Foe Here Sunday
The Waterloo Athletes prepare for a home game against the Mason City American Legion team at Alley League Park this Sunday. Coach McClain plans a versatile lineup with Beaty, McClain, Carter, Bragdon, Stedier, Leonard, O Connor, Crummer, McDonald, Seger, Leonard, Walves and Simpson. The team, fresh from practice, seeks victory despite a strong visiting squad.
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Alley League Park
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Fred McClain
Carter
Bragdon
Stedier
C. Leonard
O'Connor
Crummer
McDonald
Seger
Leonard
Walves
Simpson
McClain
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Ene
Nasan Citys
Fausé
Des Moines Women to Play Basketball League Planned
Des Moines plans a women’s basketball league for this winter organized as a Sunday school affair. A meeting next week will discuss forming eight teams from both riverbanks, overseen by the Sunday School Athletic Association. No age limit for players. senior and intermediate leagues will categorize by age. Games will be on the YMCA court.
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The Best Playing Football: Lessons From a Punt
A 1929 era reflection by Ed Metzger on handling dangerous positions in football. The piece argues that when near your own end zone a punt is often the safer option to restore composure and avoid turnovers. It notes some coaches prefer giving the opponent the ball to settle players and defend, while others emphasize controlled risk and experience.
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Aurhen
Centre Football Triumph Over Harvard Highlighted by Red Roberts
Centre College’s undefeated 1910s football era is recounted, detailing a comeback win over Harvard 31 to 14 with Red Roberts starring at end and McMillin at quarterback. The piece praises coach Charley Moran’s leadership, Weaver’s kicking record, and Moran’s influence on Centre’s enduring strength.
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Sox and Cubs Set for Third City Series Clash
Chicago nation als and Americans ready for a third meeting at White Sox Park after a rain drenched morning. Officials protected the field and expected to play if rain stopped by noon.
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Chicago Nationals
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Football Facts Worth Knowing
A 1922 piece by Sol Metzger explains football rules and terms. It covers kickoff location and play, when a ball is free, incomplete, or fumbled, limits on forward passes from scrimmage, and the allowance of multiple backward or lateral passes. It invites readers to mail questions for official answers.
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Mick
Teachers Bested by Buena Vista in Rain
Cedar Falls, Ia, Oct 7. Iowa State Teachers were shut out 3 to 0 by Buena Vista in a rain soaked game. The Teachers opened poorly and fumbled repeatedly, while Buena Vista advanced to within 10 yards of the goal in the third quarter and executed a successful dropkick. In the final minutes amid a downpour, ISTC held at the foes four yard line as referees ended play.
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Buena Vista
Meusel Drives Home Grogan Giants Rally at Polo Grounds
Grounders from New York detail six of nine Giants runs in the series by Irish Meusel delivering clutch blows. Christy Mathewson is noted warming up during the proceedings as 22,000 fans pack the Polo Grounds, with Dempsey seen mingling on entry and Babe Ruth launching a homer off Scott in a packed crowd.
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New York
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Meusel
Unclear fragment on battering and baseball figure
Fragmentary line mentions the Bambino and Scott with a curved bat and dubious on base appearance, offering no clear event, date, or outcome to anchor a full summary.
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Scott
Hancock County Pavement Finished
Hancock County completes 14.51 miles of concrete paving joining city and Britt to total 15-13 miles laid since May 3. North Pike traffic will soon ride on a continuous concrete route from Hancock through Mason City to Charles City via Cerro Gordo and Floyd counties. The project, directed by the state highway commission, is a two inch high class piece of work. The final stretch will open to the public in four weeks.
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Cerro Gordo
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State Highway Commission
Iowa Yale gridiron tilt fuels statewide excitement
Iowa fans buzz over the October 14 game against Yale after tough spots in recent weeks. Yale coach Howard H. Jones praises his team while Tad Jones at Yale emphasizes readiness. The Jones brothers prepare their squads for a high stakes showdown in New Haven with Mrs Jones reportedly rooting for both sides.
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Nine Big Ten Teams Open Fall Football Action Today
Nine Big Ten teams began the fall football season with home games while others in the Midwest awaited action. Notable matchups included Ohio Wesleyan at Ohio State and Indiana hosting DePauw, with several non conference games shaping early impressions. Weather impacted several games as teams from Missouri Valley and other regions prepared for the season openers.
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