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2 unusual facts about Bob Shiring


Bob Shiring

In 1901, Shiring was hired by the Homestead Library & Athletic Club to fill in for the injured Pete Overfield.

Canton Bulldogs–Massillon Tigers betting scandal

According Stewart, Massillon players, Tiny Maxwell and Bob Shiring had been solicited to throw the first game by Walter East, a baseball player-turned end, who claimed to be backed by $50,000.



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