Drake Huskies Final Scrimmage Precedes Simpson Clash
Drake coach John Griffith reports a tough last scrimmage as the Huskies prepare for Saturday’s game against Simpson. Simons, returning from a leg injury, likely will not start. Sanders may move to halfback with Weatherwax at end. Wet field could affect lineup and play, but Drake aims to beat Simpson, a strong rival from Indianola.
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Palzer to Begin Winter Campaign in Trim for Title Shot
New York, Oct. 24 Palzer regarded as real white hope has buckled down to business on his farm all summer and weighs 240 pounds. He plans to shed twenty pounds then seek a match with Joe Jeannette who claims Jack Johnson's title. Palzer is again under manager Tom O Rourke who discovered him.
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Muddy Field Leads Drake Prep Aiming for Pep Rally
The piece notes McBain as a solid mud runner and Bain at quarterback facing a slick field. It mentions a mass meeting planned to boost spirits for the coming battle and the Des Moines Methodists' confident visit to trim a rival from former years. An ad cites Chamberlain's Cough Remedy bought by J W Copeland of Dayton for his boy.
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Iowa Wesleyan Football Rebuilds After Early Losses
Mount Pleasant Iowa October 25 The Iowa Wesleyan College football program has improved after a chaotic start. Two defeats this season came against William and Vashti of Aledo Illinois and St Ambrose of Davenport. New players show promise as coach Glenn Tallman builds a team from largely new material hoping to win most of the remaining minor college games.
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Newlegan Seeks Strong Schedule From Iowa and Hindg Colleges
Newlegan leverages proximity to Iowa and Hindg colleges to secure opponents. The side of the river hosts nearly as many games as the opposite bank, shaping a balanced season slate with frequent cross river matchups.
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West High Clashes Marshalltown in Big Gridiron Test
West High football coach McClain prepares a full-strength squad for the Friday 2:45 clash with Marshalltown at the West High field. Curtis returns at right halfback with Alt house, and Walker is poised for line duty as Dean Curtis moves to backfield duties.
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Johnny Evers Named Cubs Manager With Five Year Contract
Chicago reports Johnny Evers appointed Cubs manager for 1913 and four subsequent seasons after a conference with President Murphy. Evers announced a five year deal, stated no trades would occur unless Mike Doolan could be secured, and indicated Kevin Donlan or Tinker would fill key infield roles.
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Trade talk and travel plans for baseball figures
Sheckard scrambles not to be fast enough and Evers plans a winter in Troy before seeking a permanent home. He will attend a town banquet in his honor next week with Zimmerman and Cotter. John eyes a Milwaukee minor league meeting to arrange deals. He predicts limited swaps, one or two exchanges with two men per deal.
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Iowa Hawkeyes Split Squad for Minneapolis Trip
Iowa City Oct. 25 Coach Hawley rested most of the varsity for a scrimmage with the second team and freshmen while Houghton and Kirk practiced. The Hawkeyes plan to take two full squads to Minneapolis with heavy use of substitutes and aim for better condition after Chicago. Captain Hanson leads a lighter line but weight could be added by Gunderson in Buckley’s spot.
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Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Nervous Disorder Cure
Miss Minerva Reminger of Upper Bern Pennsylvania describes years of nervous prostration and poor appetite. She credits Hood's Sarsaparilla with rapid improvement and cure, claiming restored strength and better digestion after use. The ad touts blood purification and suggests tablets or syrup form.
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Grinnell Football Team Faces Missing Stars at Ames
Grinnell plans to travel to Ames without two top players Heidi and Captain Greenwood. Newcomer Hines may start at tackle while Carter replaces Heidt at end. Sutherland, Sherman return after exams as the offense shows progress with Sutherland Fleck Macy and Eagan scoring against the freshmen.
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Old Schoolmate Judge Delivers Six Months For Dynamite Plot
James McAleer of Webster South Dakota was sentenced to six months in Day county jail after confessing to buying dynamite with intent to make nitroglycerine to rob rural post offices. Two accomplices were released for lack of evidence. Post Office Inspector Collier attended the hearing and McAleer hinted at a fences network in Aberdeen. He noted he would testify if given fair consideration. The judge, once his schoolmate, is Judge Garpenter.
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When Is a Candidate Not a Candidate in Iowa Race
Des Moines reports Secretary of State W C Hayward rejected a progressive candidate for senator in Mills and Montgomery counties when the withdrawal was not filed in proper form. The 15 day prior deadline had passed, leaving the candidate on the ballot with no recourse. If elected, no statute bars resignation.
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