Indianapolis Times, Volume 38, Number 236, Indianapolis, Marion County, 7 January 1927 — Page 18

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he Field “With HILLY EVANS

DVERY major league club must Os necessity have a manager to direct the play of the team, modern, major league managers two/ assistants, to whom is atefl the tasks of coaching at aim third. e/two assistants might aptly e/rned the right and left eyes / of the manager. They are supposed to observe anything that • v '’?ipi should escape Ills observation. 1° >be nian- ■* iger and his two assistants as a rule goes much iiai&yW ~f ,h ° credu tor putting over a winner and all the blame for a Evans loser. Yet within i months after the St. Louis inals won the 1926 world series, find Manager Rogers Hornsby id to the New York Giants and wo assistants, Bill Killefer and ■Williams, released, is a case without parallel in Dali. DEBUT OF COLLINS lIACK in 1906 a young man f.tII tired in the uniform of the Ij Philadelphia Athletics, walked lie home plate at Detroit, and le thusly to me, I being the Ire-in-chief of the ball game be■n Philadelphia and Detroit: Bivan bats for Plank." Ihe Sullivan who batted for the I Eddie Plank that afternoon •none other ihan the great je Collins. At the time ho was tudent at Columbia University broke into the American gue under an assumed name. ,th the passing of Ty Cobb and Speaker, Collins, in point of acservice, is the veteran of the r leagues His first season as a lar was 1908, so he has actually ?d nineteen years as a regular, still is one of the best second srs in the. business. CRMOI NTED OBSTACLES IOLLINS, who does everything around second with such ease and grace, didn’t reach his | :nt position in baseball without rd struggle. a collegian he was a shortstop, when Connie Mack tied him up big league contract, it was as a .stop that he was certain he and star. 1901, ’after watching Collins in t a dozen and a half games at , Connie Mack was satisfied lie destined to shine at some other ion, but Eddie still persisted, len he rejoined the club in 1908 is still Short : ip Eddie Collins ie roster of the Athletics. An y to the regular third baseman Mack a chance to try him at position, but he seemed no bettted for it than shortstop, lins, however, did show promise batsman and was fast on his majibe his place was in the outConnie used him in right, but i he looked just so-so. FOUND IIIS SPOT HEN came the break that made him. Danny Murphy suffered a leg injury that and up his infield play. Desir[>f keeping his hitting in the p, Mack shifted Murphy to and sent Collins to second, oni the very start Eddie rted himself to the keystone and his work improved so Sly that Danny Murphy never baek, even after his leg had ded. wever, : ■ i shift worked to hy's adv dago because he deed into quite an outfielder, coupled with his ability to hit. him in the majors, no doubt, he would have been through as fielder. lay w© have Collins back with aan who developed him, Connie 1 iene ‘Delighted’ With Offer Uted Prett LOUIS. Jan. 7.—-A former twich Village clerk, whose asncy to Jhe top rung of the rweight. boxing circles has been >ric, today found himself on lorderland of the near-million-:lass. Gene Tunney, former Marine now the heavyweight boxing plon of the world, has signed to for Tex Rickard only, for one beginning July 1. i first fight will be late this ler, probably, and Tunney’s defending bout will net him to $1,000,000. His guarantee is 00 and he will receive 50 per of all the gate receipts after ,000 has been collected, perfect English—perhaps a stilted the heavyweight pion today said he was glad to ick to fighting. vas delighted to sign with Mr. rd. His offer was by far the tne I have received.’’ Tunney "I shall start training immedind I am even now in excellent on, although slightly overreally makes no difference to rhat opponent is selected for •St engagement as a champion. W he will be worthy of dial g for the title. Should it bo Dempsey, I will be delighted.” IES RAP NORMAL ines Downs Terre Haute Teachers in Tilt. net Special rCENNES, Ind., Jan. 7.—The ones University basketball defeated State Normal of Tern here Thursday night, 37-29. Llices put it on the Teachey deliberate, close-guarding and ite shooting game, locals led at the half, 19 16. V. with nine field goals, led the attack, while Lammey, with :oals, was best for the Terre five.

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RICKARD FAVORS DEMPSEY Master Promoter Plans Elimination Tournament to Select Challenger. By Paul V. White United Press Staff Correspondent NEW YORK, Jan. 7. Although Tex Rickard plans an elimination tournament to settle upon the opponent who will seek Gene Tunney’s heavyweight championship title in September, the promoter is convinced that the ‘‘logical contender" is Jack Dempsey. Before Rickard left New York for St. Louis, where he signed Tunney Thursday to a contract for a year and a day after July 1, 1927, with the stake approaching $1,000,000, he intimated to friends here that Dempsey had increased his popularity in defeat and that another DempseyTttnney match would break all attendance and receipts records. Semi-Finalist In his tentative plans for the elimination tournament, the Texan has placed Dempsey in the honor seat, naming him as one of the semi-finalists. The boxers who will strive for the other semi-final position are Jack Delaney. Jim Maloney, Jack Sharkey, Paul Berlenbach and Paolino Uzcuclun. the “Basque woodchopper,” champion of Spain. Here is the list of prospective heavyweight battles. 1. Berlenbach vs. Paolino. 2. Maloney vs. Sharkey. 3. Winners of first two bouts. 4. Delaney vs. winner of 3d. 5. Dempsey vs. winner of 4th. 6. Tunney vs. winner of sth. Under a clause in the St. Louis agreement, Rickard must name Tunney's opponent by June 15. Unless a delay is granted it may be difficult for the promoter to run off five elimination bouts before that date. Fight in September It is considered probable that the semi-final engagement will be fought on or about July 5, leaving September as the month for the championship fight. The fight tAvill be held at the Yankee stadium, with a SSO top price. In signing with Tunney and' planning the preliminary bouts. Rickard has undertaken the greatest gamble in his career of fistic speculation. The wily Texan has contracted to pay six fighters more than $2,000,000 within the next eight months. His total expenses will surpass $3,000,000. Tens of thousands of dollars will bfe expended in thd sheer art of ballyhoo, which Rickard has mastered as has no other man since P. T. Barnum. Bad Spots on Part of Defense Weaknesses in some of the testimony Viren by several accused players before Judce Landis the first day of the hearing in Chicago leads some critics to feel their defense will be riddled in spots if the baseball commissioner decides to "bear down.'’ The many bases stolen by the White Eos against the Detroit Tigers in the two double-headers of Sept. 2 and 3, I!)17, the series which Sw i-dc Risherg said was “thrown,” are not easy to explain. The Sox swiped twenty-two bases in the four contests, eight in ope game. Catcher Stanage of Detroit explained "it. was not unusual for that to occur." Eut in three Detroit-Boston games two weeks later only one base was swiped off Stanage. And against Boston two of the Tiger nityhers worked who performed against the White Sox in the series which Risherg charges was "fixed.” Pitcher Cunningham, Detroit, testified he performed part of one game against Boston. but the records do not show it. He hurled one of the contests which Risberg said was "framed." And he admitted receiving part of the Sox “reward. With the exception of a few. ail Sox players of 1017 admit they donated to a fund as a reward for the Tiger battervmen for defeating Boston, the Sox pennant rival that year.. Risberg stated it was a bribe, not a reward. If the “fund” was $l,lOO as reported, and somebody did not "go south" with more than his share, then there was $745 unaccounted for at the close of the Wednes--25?. hearing. Detroit players who admitted receiving reward money for deth!' lamd1 am d tha amounts and the total was only $365. Bnlnnd at Detroit, who did not work against Boston, testified he received X. Yu u. l h £., ,vas ln "ne of the games of the SoxgTiger series which Risbtrg said was “in the bag.” * BiU James, former Tiger pitcher was >f C \snM ß " d T pay m ofl ” mn ot th” Sox 'pm oi M>la. Landis probably will want t mnhl Wh f James did with tho rest of.the 'I! 1 ?,, A l , B reasonable to believe hefvill ShTi ic.v. Pi Bon '° himgelf. But he still will l lave to account for Sooo or more if ho admits taking S2OO himself. There arc reasons for doubting parts of the testimony given by both sides j n this "A 1 ' I '-, and though evidence favored the f /L' , ay V rs . Wrdnnsda.v. there -may be 'l ;! an * ,(l the trial after Judge of y t he h (lefendants! evWe " Ce waß in

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j Chick Declares Details Will Be Tough for Accused Players. HEARING IS RESUMED Case to Hinge on That $l,lOO Pot. •GANDIL CAUSES DELAY Bu I tilled Press CHICAGO, Jan. 7.—Judge Ijanil I is, baseball commissioner, post- , poneil the investigation of charges i nf graft in 1917 games between the , Chicago and Detroit American I League teams, scheduled for noon j today, until late this afternoon. Landis postponed the hearing because of the non-appearance of Arnold (Chick) Gandil, who is regarded as chief witness against the players. Landis said he had been informed Gondii would appear at 4 o’cloek tlus afternoon. By Clark B. Kelsey United Press Staff Correspondent CHICAGO, Jan. 7.—“ Coroner” Kenesaw 1 M. Landis, sometimes known as “Judge” or “Commissioner,” today was to continue his inquest into the untimely end of two stories of baseball games, seven and nine years old —1917 and 1919. A half-dozen persons who are alleged to have been present when the contests ceased to be games and became "dead certainties” were called for questioning. More than two dozen witnesses already'have refuted the testimony of Charls (Swede) Risberg, who called the games “plain murder.” The hearing was opened Wednesday and held over until today to hear the testimony of Arnold (Chick) Gandil, former White Sox player, and Bill James, one-time Detroit Tiger i pitcher. Sum of $l,lOO Paid Gandil, according to the twentysix players who were heard Wednesday, paid James something like 81,100 in September.' 1917. According to the twenty-six players, the $l,lOO was a “bonus” for good work done by the Detroit pitchers who whipped Boston, and helped the White Sox maintain a lead in the American League. According to Risberg the sum was a bribe for the Detroit team to “lay down” to the Chicago team to allow the Pale Hose to win the American League pennant. The weight of testimony has shown there was money collected, and that most members of the White Sox club contributed to it. The problem put up to Landis Is: “Was .it a reward or was it.a bribe?” ■ The “Ifs” of the Case If Gandil supports Risberg’s testimony that the games were “dead certainties,” the Minnesota farm hand’s story may have a little “face.” If Gandil backs down and denies Risberg’s tale, little will remain for the judge to do but give the baseball stars accused by Risberg a clean bill of health. Gandil, however, is a fellow-in-distress with Risherg. Both of them were ousted from organized baseball for alleged complicity in “throwing” the 1919 worlds’ series (o Cincinnati, Buqk Weaver, another former Sox, whose purity was questioned in 1919, and who was put out'of baseball the same time that Gandil and Risberg were relieved of their responsibilities, joined Eddie Collins, Ray Schalk, Ty Cobb, Harry Heilmann and the other stars in giving the lie to Risberg’s accusations, and many think his position in this case may win him back a place in organized ball. CHICK DEFIES PLAYERS ■ "Black Sox” Says He Arranged “Deal” With James. Bp United Press CHICAGO, Jan. 7.—The Chicago Tribune today made public an affidavit made by Arnold (Chick) Gandil, ln which the former "White Sox first baseman corroborates the testimony given by Charles (Swede) Risberg, and in addition gives further details of the “frameup” which is alleged to have existed between Detroit and Chicago to throw a four-game series in 1917. Gandil, in the affidavit, swore he took up the pot which the White Sox contributed to be given to Detroit. The accused men say it was a present to the E. troit pitchers. Swede Risberg swore it was given to the Tigers for throwing four games to the Sox and Gandil, who admits he took up the money, swore it was given for throwing the games. Risberg’s charge was not authoritative because he couldn’t link any

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Tall Center Works for Badgers

Elmer Tenhopen A rangy center plays a big part in Coach Meamvell’s basketball scheme at University of Wisconsin. In Elmer Tenhopen he appears to have discovered a center, who, with more experience, wH! rank with such great pivot men as Cunningham of Ohio State, Gullion of Purdue and Ely of Michigan. Tenhopen is 6 feet 4(4 inches tall. He is a sophomore. Tenhopen will play against Indiana “U’’ in a. Big Ten battle at Madison Saturday night. Kowalczyk, another tall athlete, usually shares the center job with Tenhopen. Chicago or Detroit player with knowledge that the games were to be. thrown before they were played. Gandil starts the main part of his affidavit with "Bill James and I met under the grandstand—." Then the affidavit goes on to relate the details of the hatching of the plot. Gandil said he told James “Well, Bill, if it goes right, I’ll see that you get fixed up.” Chick characterized the contention that the money was paid Detroit for beating Boston as “ridiculous.” “They called the Swede a liar, but you can bet your dough (hat nobody will call me a liar In my hearing while I’m talking.” LEWIS VICTOR Bu United Press ATLANTA, Jan. 7.—Ed (Strangler) Lewis, heavyweight wrestler, defeated Cliff Binkley, wrestling instructor at Ohio State University, in two consecutive falls Thursday night. MOORE SIGNS Bu United Press NEW YORK, Jan. 7.—Ai Moore, outfielder, who came to the majors from the Jersey City club of the International League, has sent In his signed contract to tho New York Giants. HOCKEY RESULTS New York Rangers, 1; Les Cafiadiens, 0. Detroit Cougars, 3; Pittsburgh Pirates, 1. New York Americans, 4; Montreal Maroons, 3.

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GOLF MEET Los Angeles SIO,OOO Open Gets Under Way. Bp United Press LOS ANGELES, Jan. 7.—As talented a collection of golfers as ever assembled on the Coast today started after the Los Angeles open championship, bearing a purse of SIO,OOO. Among the professionals entered were “Wild Bill” Mehlhorn, McDonald Smith, Tommy Armour, Johnny Farrell. Bobby Cruickshank, Joe Turnesa and Willie Hunter. George Von Elm, national amateur champion, was one of the amateur representatives. First prize for the J 2 holes of medal play over El Caballero course will be $3,500, with $1,500 for second and SI,OOO for third. H. S. Week-End Card TONIGHT Tech at Warren Central Cathedral at New Augusta. SATURDAY Manual vg. Rushville at Armory. Shortridfe vs. Munde at Armory. Broad Ripple at Southport. Tech at Sheltyville. St. Joseph i Shelbyville) vg. Cathedral at K. of C. Hall. METEORS VS. FISHERIES Feature Independent Fray at Hawthorne Community House Tonight. The Meteors battle the Grassy Fork Fisheries team of Martinsville tonight ht the Hawthorne Community House, 2440 W. Ohio St. Martinsville is undefeated this season and is fresh from a victory over the Central “Y” of this city. Iline and Wright, two former Martinsville High School stars, will be seen in the line-up along with Stoker, Smith and Vanderbark. A curtain raiser is scheduled at 7:30, between the Fields All-Stars and Belmont U. B. MORGAN VS. M’GRAW Bu United Press NEW YORK. Jan. 7.—Tod Morgan, junior lightweight champion, will meet Phil McGraw, Detroit, in a ten-round bout tonight. Morgan’s title will not be at stake unless McGraw weighs in at 130 pounds or less before the bout. His usual poundage is 135. EARLHAM GAME POSTPONED It was announced by Indiana Central College athletic authorities the game with Earlham scheduled to have been played tonight at Richmond had been postponed until Saturday. Earlham’s gym will be used by the high school team. DUNNE TO HARVARD Bu United Press EVANSTON, 111.. Jan. 7.—R. J. (Duke) Dunne, football line coach at Northwestern, has resigned to join the Harvard grid staff. His successor has not been named. JOCKEY SIGNS CONTRACT Bn United Press MIAMI, Fla.. Jan. 7.—“ Pony” MeAtee .a leading jockey, has contracted to ride during 1927 for R. L. Gerry and Marshall Field. Jack Odom will retain second call on McAtec’s services.

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AND NO MORE HANDSHAKING Diamond pastlmers won’t dare borrow even a chew of scrap from an opposing player next season. . . . They’ll have to carry their own or go hungry. Maybe the hat boys of ten years ago could tell the judge something Yeh, they’d probably tell him to get a haircut. IN THE BRASS RAIL LEAGUE It’s astonishing the wonderful “memory” Swede Risberg displays. . . . He recalls meeting some players in a saloon in 1920. . . . Maybe he got stuck for the drinks that day. v If what was dispensed in 1920 was the same brand of stuff that’s disCUE MATCH Willie Hoppe Takes Lead for Title. Bu Tufted Press NEW YORK, Jan. 7.—Willie Hoppe has gained a wide lead over Eric Hagenlacher, champion, in his quest for the 18.2 balkline billiard title. Trailing by 64 points at the end of the first block, Hoppe won the second block, 564 to 340, forging to the front. 1,000 to 840. The last block of 500 points will be played tonight. Bp United Press NEW YORK, Jan. 7.—Eric Ha genlacher, billiard champion, says popularity bears its penalities.. So many persons shook his hand in congratulation after a recent victory that his arm and finger muscles stiffened. Football “Bad Boy” Gets Hearing Bu United Press lOWA CITY, lowa, Jan. 7. —Nicholas Kutsch, star half back of the University of lowa football team, and campus “bad boy,” according tc reports, is to appear before the discipline committee of the University for a final few words from the school. Kutsch received a notice from the dean of men. Robert Reinow, during the Christmas holidays suggesting that he absent himself from the classrooms. Both the dean and Kutsch, who arrived here Thursday from Sioux City, refused to comment upon the reported meeting. CENTRAL *Y’ LOSES Bu Times Special MARTINSVILLE, Ind., Jan. 7. The local Grassy Work Fisheries net team handed the Central “Y” quintet of Indianapolis its first defeat. 35 to 25. The locals were never in danger. Stokes and Wright led the Fisheries team on its victory march, while Leslie and Kempler looked best for the “Y.”

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FRANKLIN WALLOPS D E PA U W Tigers Go Down to Smashing Defeat Before Whirlwind Attack. Bn 1 iwrs Special FRANKLIN, Ind., Jan. 7—The De Pauw Tigers ran up against the rejuvenated Franklin College quintet here Thursday night and went down to a smashing defeat, 49-25. The one-sidedness of the fray was a surprise to the fans who were expecting (o witness one of the hardest fought battles of the season. The Baptists displayed the same baffling attack that swept aside Evansville recently and played in unbeatable form. The elon gated Lyons at center was a whirlwind, his under-the-basket work being nothing short of remarkable. Scott and Wooden played splendid ball at the forward positions while Skinner, former Bedford High School star, performed like a veteran. The Tigers were unable to break through the Franklin defense during the first half and were trailing. 25-8, when the gun stopped hostilities The flashy little Ward, De Pauw forward, started the only Tiger rally of t.ho game, late in the second half. He snagged four field goals and a deluge of free throws. Ward .took the high point honors of the evening with fifteen points. Lyons was next in line with thirteen. Sum rnary: Franklin I4P). Pc Pauw (251 Scott F Ward Wooden F Steward Lyons C Stirrtridg" Kintr G Puckett Skinner G Anderson Substitute- (Franklin) MoQuistuo. interbank, Reid. Coy: (De Pauw) Messer smith. Costello, Anderson, Murr, Ward, Steward. Marshall. Raisor. Costello. Field goals—(Franklin) Lyons 5, Scott 5. Skin tier 4. Wooden 3, King ”, MeOuiston; iUr Pauw * Ward 4. Costello, Anderson, Me. scrum ith. Foul goals—(Franklin i Lvon - 3. Skinner 2. McQuiston 2. Wooden. Coy; (De Pauw) Ward 7. Puckett 3. Mes-- r smith.

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