Three Veterans Return As Barry Cries For Knox
Iowa City October 26 1927 Coach J M Sam Barry begins a tough season build at the University of Iowa with Knox opener looming less than six weeks away. With football duties delaying several veterans the Hawkeyes work to form a contender for the Western conference title featuring Capt Forrest Twogood Francis Wilcox and Lawrence Harrison among 13 numeral men eligible for action and drills set five times weekly under Barry with Twogood in command when Barry attends Erin duties. The schedule includes non conference games before Jan 7 Big Ten start at Minnesota and Knox comes to Iowa City followed by Notre Dame and Pittsburgh later.
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Sam) Barry
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Forrest Twogood
Sioux City
Francis Rags Wilcox
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Harrison
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C. ©. Keel
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F. W. Lawson
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Burlington
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Clinton
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Boone
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V. David
Oskaloss
Endiron
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Sap
Charles McConnell
Ralph Hogan
George van Deuisen
Hawkeyes
Minnesota
Two Teams Tie for Lead in Six Day Race
Chicago riders Reggie McNamara and Cecil Walker nicknamed the tumbling Australians share a lead with Beckman-Winter after a chaotic six day race. Their spills marked a wild night of riding as the teams battled for first.
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Beckman-Winter
On the Sidelines Look at College Football Reports
Multiple cities report on college football practice and injuries. Wisconsin and Minnesota push toward a Minnesota clash while Illinois Iowa and Indiana teams prepare with hopeful lineups. Notre Dame Northwestern and Nebraska discuss lineups, injuries, and game plans ahead of Saturday contests.
Purple Grid Faces Strong Missouri Tigers at Dyche Stadium
Evanston Ill Oct 26 The Missouri Tigers a brawny squad will invade Dyche stadium next Saturday testing conferences. Coach Gwinn Henrys line averages over 200 pounds and backs over 185 with captain George Flamank at 200 pounds capable in line plunges passing and kicking. Halley plans similar lineup to last week against Illinois. Purple players exit with minor injuries Tiny Lewis and Waldo Fisher but ready for a merry struggle while Northwestern aims to prove they can still inflict damage despite a prior defeat.
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George Flamank
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Illini
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Risko Heeney Heavyweight Fight Heads Tonight Crowds
Detroit crowds pack the Olympia for the Risko versus Heeney heavyweight bout with advance sales over 50000 dollars. In the undercard Archie Bell of New York meets Johnny Vacca of Boston while Bell fights Bud Taylor for the bantamweight title next month in Chicago.
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Chicago
Hawkeyes Featured In Homecoming Clash At Oelwein
East High and Oelwein meet as homecoming feature with 3 15 p m kickoff. prep barrier race entrants from local schools vie Saturday in Iowa City. Iowa football lore includes Navy and Army links, with tickets still available for November 5 at Town Stadium.
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Cyclone Center Ayres Lauded As Triple Threat Player
Iowa State’s Duke Ayres described by Coach Noel Workman as a unique triple threat. He punts, passes, carries, and even blocks when needed. Ayres shines on the line and faced Captain Bob Reitsch in a 12 to 12 draw with Illinois, holding his own.
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Drake U Gridders Prepare for Ames Tilt in Des Moines
Des Moines October 26 Drake university gridders fix on Ames in homecoming clash set for November 5 at the stadium here. Coach Ossie Solem faces a strong Cyclones team led by Capt. Walt Weiss Harry Lindbloom and Johnny Miller. Ames tied Illinois 12 12 while Drake has won twice in the series. The game promises a tough test for Drake’s defense to stop the trio of backfield threats.
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FIGHTS LAST NIGHT ASSOCIATED PRESS REPORT
San Francisco Sammy Baker defeated Jimmy Duffy by technical knockout. Jimmy Russell beat Wille Greenspan in St. Petersburg. Mike Dundee won by technical knockout over Armando Santiago. Frankie Schaeffer scored a technical knockout over Pat Moran in Chicago. Red Uhlan defeated Charles Nashert in Indianapolis. Jackie Purvis beat Tony Ross in Kokomo.
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Sammy Baker
New York
Jimmy Duffy
Oakland
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Jimmy Russell
Savannah
Wille Greenspan
Chicago
Mike Dundee
Rock Island
Armando Santiago
Cuba
Frankie Schaeffer
Pat Moran
Indianapolis
Ind
Red Uhlan
Charles Nashert
Jersey City
Jackie Purvis
Kokoma
Tony Ross
Pittsburgh
Walker ordered to sign paper for two fights
New York October 26 Mickey Walker the middleweight champion must choose between two mandatory bouts. The National Boxing Association requires a return bout with Georgia Deacon while New York State Athletic Commission demands a fight with Oklahoma’s George Courtney within 30 days or face suspension. Walker and manager Jack Kearns push to meet both, risking suspension or legal requirements.
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Gene Tunney
Tunney
Mike McTigue
Eight Teams to Comprise Elks Bowling League
Eight teams will comprise the Elks Bowling league this season after a club meeting. Captains are Bell Harbin Bender Harris Rugg Eggert Jackson and Hershberger. Opening contests tomorrow night feature Rugger vs Eggert and Jackson vs Hershberger with Tuesday and Thursday matches throughout the season.
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Spin and Knuckle Balls Explained by Gyroscope
Jay G Hunt of Washington explains the physics behind spitters and knuckleballs. He details gyroscopic force, air resistance, gravity, and how rifled barrels impart spin to stabilize flight unlike the unpredictable smooth-bore throw.
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Washington, D. G
Oelwein Gridmen Prepare For East Waterloo Clash
Oelwein High faces East Waterloo Friday after optimistic buildup. Coach Lee aims to spark an upset against the strong East High, which crushed Marshalltown last week. The squad, young and light, has surprised by holding Fayette and Cedar Falls wins, tying Waverly, with Krethh sidelined but others ready.
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McDiarmid Heads Cincinnati Baseball Club
Cincinnati Oct 26. J C McDiarmid formerly Cincinnati National League club secretary now heads the Reds as president after the board of directors accepted August Herrmanns resignation due to ill health. The move places McDiarmid in full control of Reds affairs.
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Garry) Herrmann
New American League President to Be Picked Soon
Chicago, Oct 26. Four directors will choose a new American League president on Nov 1 to fill Ban Johnson’s vacancy. Frank J. Navin, Detroit club head and league vice president, called the meeting. Rumors tied to E S Barnard and William Harridge. Directors Clark Griffith, Phil Ball, Ben Shibe join Navin. Johnson is at Excelsior Springs Missouri.
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Philadelphia
Sammy Baker Gains Technical KO in Battle With Duffy
San Francisco October 26 Sammy Baker helped another fighter by drawing the referee when Jimmy Duffy the Oakland welterweight fell in the fifth round after a volley of hard punches. Duffy was declared the winner by technical knockout.
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Cornell Grid Team on Edge for Coe Game
Mount Vernon Iowa October 26 Cornell football returns from Ripon with no serious injuries after the second Midwest win. The Purple prepare for the Coe battle on Kohawk homecoming, focusing on refining the offense led by Crabtree as passer and Wilson Cook McGrath and Johnson as targets, while patching line weak spots and managing limited reserves.
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Carleton College Grabs Spot on Army 1928 Schedule
Northfield Minn Oct 26 Carleton college earns a place on the 1928 football schedule. The Minnesota school will meet Army at West Point November 17 in a contest that elevates Carleton beyond practice fame. Carleton has won the Midwest conference title the last two years and seeks a third win this season.
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Luther Crippled for Tutor Game in Iowa Conference
Decorah Oct 26 Luther’s football squad has been hit hard by injuries with key players out. Belgium, a promising half, is season-ending after the St Ambrose game. Ernie Olson did not make the Davenport trip and is nursing boils. Marv Olson and Akre are hampered by sprains and wrenched ankles. Tiny Engebretson and Art Olson are not in uniform. Coach Peterson faces State Teachers at Cedar Falls Friday with limited reserves beyond Luther and Normby. Detra will be ineligible for any Iowa conference game.
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Iowa
Ames Team Drives for Important Homecoming Scrimmage
Iowa State coach Noel Workman plans a vigorous scrimmage to shake off a letdown after the Illinois game as the Cyclones prepare for a homecoming clash with Kansas Aggies. Touchdown Johnny Miller is injured but will start. Audi shifts to reserve. Rudi shows promise at wing. defensive focus remains high amid no scouting rule.
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