The Tombs prison myth and escape saga in New York
A lengthy critique of the Tombs in New York, detailing vast sums spent on the prison and its upkeep, rampant graft, lax searches, and multiple escapes. It recalls Forsbrey and Wilson escapes, mentions Sharkey’s old escape, and recounts Maggie Jordan’s ties to Sharkey and her dramatic, scandalous later life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York
City of New York
America
Newgate
Raymond Forsbrey
Wilson
China
Nan Patterson
Tombs
Caesar Young
Billy” McLaughlin
Tombe
Secon
Telock
Forsbrey
Witson
Cherchez la Femme
Forshbrey
Whitson
Toints
Sharkey
Dunn
Maggie Jordan
Maggia Jordan
Canary
New York
Magele Jordan
Canary Islands
Named for Gambler: West End police raid recalls historic Buch Rouge
A fragmented report notes a recent police raid on a presumed professional gambler in the West End. It recalls Panton Street being named after Col Thomas Panton, famed Restoration-era gambler and last proprietor of Piccadilly Hall. The piece hints at a celebrated betting house and a late purchase price, with faded references to a dramatic scene and a high bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West End
Panton Street
Thomas
Panton
Picadilly Hall
Pitcher Nabs Ball From Behind Mask to End Game
In Newark Providence trailed Newark 2-1 with two on in the ninth. Rube Kissinger, pitching for Providence, tossed three straight splitters and a final heart plate strike. The ball wedged between catcher Larry Spahr’s mask and pad. Kissinger retrieved it and recorded the putout to seal the win.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rube Klesinger
Bateman
Arthur Irwin
Boston
al Shaw
Macon
Shaw
Homer Steele
Toronto
Rube Kissinger
Newark
Providence
Steele
Grays
Kissinger
Larry Spahr
Larry
Spahr
Veteran Sheckard Keeps Longevity In Baseball
James Tilden Sheckard, a long time veteran of baseball since 1895, is highlighted for his durability and continued presence in the sport. The piece notes the era he began with Marietta and Lancaster semi pro teams and traces his enduring performance and potential to challenge records like Cy Young's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cy Young
James Tilden Arehard
Publc
Jimmy
Marietta
Lancaster
Wolverton to Stay as Highlanders Manager Next Season
Harry Wolverton, manager of the Hill Top forces, is near signing to manage the Highlanders again in 1913. President Ferrell approves the performance under difficult conditions. Recruits Dolan and Gardner failed to make good, pitching faltered, and star outfielders Walter and Cree were sidelined by injuries.
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Harry Wolverton
Hill Top Forces
Farrell
Wolverton
Ferrell
Highlanders
Harry
Dolan
Gardner
Walter
Cree
Pennant Race Notes From the Baseball Season
Tesreau remains the lone regular winner for McGraw staff. Grand Rapids battery was Smith and Schmidt in a recent Central league game. Wolverton highlights Dubuque recruit Del Padlock as a future fixture at third base. Browns manager George Stovall becomes Atlanta Southern association’s latest golf recruit from baseball. Atlanta has nine teen pitchers on its roster since season start. White Sox roster includes four Johnsons raising questions about too many Johnsons. Bobby Wallace plays as a youngster fueling Browns wins. Ted Hapterly maintains batting with clutch pinches. Captain Loris developing into a solid first baseman with versatility. Tommy Leach excites fans racing around bases toward home. Harry Dayie undecided on future plans likely to manage again next season. Topsey Hartnell turning in strong leadership for Toledo this season and poised for Napa job next year. Umpire O’Brien handles umpiring duties with multiple others on the slate.
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Tesreau
McGraw
Battery
Grand Rapids
Smith
Schmidt
Wolverton
del Paddock
Dubuque
George Stovall
Browns
Atlanta
Southern Association
White Sox
Johnson
Bobby Wallace
Ted Hapterly
Lor@s
Daga
Tommy Leach
Harry
Dayie Ia
Topsey 'Hartnell
Jeader
Toledo
Napa
O'Brien
Terry Turner Comes Back as Cleveland Bright Spot
Terry Turner, third baseman for Cleveland, enjoys one of his best seasons since joining the majors. He hits well and fields like his early days as a celebrated shortstop for the Naps, providing a bright note for a disappointing Cleveland club under Manager Harry Davis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terry Turner
Cleveland
Terry
Naps
Clevelands
Harry Davis
Turner
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Ieader
J. J. Munro
Odring
Ombs
Blackwell's Island
Ward’s Island
Firat
Huron Club
Witzel
Arden’s. Office
Jre
Sheckard
Cub
Jim Sheckard
New York Americans
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