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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1920
Page
8
In Brooklyn, August 1, Pittsburg defeated Brooklyn 8 to 5 in ten innings. The game featured tied scores three times before the Pirates pushed across four hits and a walk off Grimes for the decisive runs. Batteries Carlson Hamilton Haeffner and Grimes Miller Elliott.
DETROIT Aug 5 Babe Ruth hit his thirty ninth homer of the season in the Yankee Tiger series opener. Ruth connected in the second inning off Ehmke after leading off the frame. Heisman added a fourth inning drive as Detroit scored five in the eighth aided by Pratt’s error, the first by Pratt since 1919. Final 7 to 1. Batteries Shawkey Hannah Ruel Ehmke Stanage.
In Philadelphia on August 5 Cincinnati defeated Philadelphia 7 to 0 as Luque limited the locals to three hits. Only two Philadelphia players reached second base and neither advanced further. Duncan’s hitting sparked the Cincinnati win. Batteries Luque Wingo for Cincinnati Hubbel Enzmann Wheat for Philadelphia.
New York won the opening game of the series against Chicago 2 to 1 in a tight pitching duel between Barnes and Vaughn. Deal scored for the Cubs in the sixth on his triple and San croft's error on Daly's grounder. In the Giants half, Barnes and Sturns singled with two out and Bancroft hit a triple to drive in two.
Boston edged St Louis 1 0 as Watson allowed four hits while Schupp Goodwin and Clemons backed by ONeill held the Cardinals to the same total. The Braves secured the victory with a lone run.
In a long extra inning game, St. Paul edged Toledo four to three after twelve frames. Meanwhile Minneapolis defeated Indianapolis four to three, Milwaukee beat Columbus seven to one, and Kansas City outscored Louisville three to six.
Chicago today showed the effects of the strenuous series with New York and played indifferent ball against Boston. The visitors won 4 to 2 by bunching hits in the third inning for a lead Chicago could not overcome. Score Boston 4 Chicago 2. Batteries Jones and Walters Cototte and Schalk.
In St. Louis on August 5, Shocker and Gharrity led a 2 to 1 win as three consecutive ninth inning singles produced the deciding run. Shaw struggled with Washington’s defense, while St Louis pitchers limited the visitors to scattered hits.
Detroit defeated Boston 12 to 6 at Nicollet park to advance and play St. Paul tomorrow for the Garry Herrmann trophy of the national baseball championship. Boston used three pitchers in a bid to reach the final. Batteries J Carney Anderson and Buchta Donovan Smith Clemons and Thompson.
In a league doubleheader, Joliet defeated Bear Creek 6 to 3 with Batters Sigg Rennold and Daugherty contributing for Joliet while Fromberg and Bear Creek saw Lodge Simmons and Lodge hold the line. Umpires were Schurm Robertson and attendance 150. A second game featuring Fromberg and Bear Creek ended 5 to 6 with Pekerney Swallow and Lodge again guiding the effort and attendance 300. The Red Lodge vs Bridger game was postponed due to a dispute over players and will be replayed August 15, 1920.
Fragmentary boxing of scoreboard data shows several city teams listed with scores including Los Angeles Portland Sacramento Vernon Salt Lake Oakland San Francisco Seattle, but missing context, dates, and final results. Expected to reflect a regional standings snapshot with partial results and unspecified order.
Hal Mahone wins the Sweepstakes for 2:05 pacers at Fort Miami as Great Britton claims the Toledo Times 2:14 trot for 3-year-olds. Arion McKinney opens season with a 2:12 trot victory after three heats, while John Henry and Goldie Todd contest pace events. Great Britton ties the 3-year-old 2:14 trot record at Kalamazoo with 2:97 4.
Jock Hutchinson of Glen View Chicago won the open Western Golf Association championship at Olympia Fields with 296 strokes for 72 holes, one ahead of James Barnes of St Louis. Harry Hampton and C W Hackney tied for second. other notables include William Creavy, Ed Die Looes, George Carney, J J O'Brien, E Loeffler, and Larry Ayton among top finishers. Scoring was high and the winner decided in the final round.
Ken Liley from Stanford, previously center fielder for Watsonville in the Mission league, was signed yesterday by the New York club of the National League and will finish the season with the eastern club, announced here.
A mob of 10 000 outside the arena overwhelmed ushers and doors with many fans left unable to enter or claim seats. Complaints surged as Governor Edwards ordered an investigation, but the International Sportsmen's Club avoided most blame while critics urge tighter security and enforcement of New Jersey boxing law. Joseph F Hurley warns the lax handling may threaten the sport’s liberal rules.
The article notes Maj A J Drexel Biddle resigned as president of the International Sporting Club because his business demands require residence in Philadelphia. The move sparks Newark affair rumors and criticism. Biddle is described as a clean, honest sportsman who opposes crooked deals and disliked the rough treatment of ticket holders.
The event showed no signs of frame up and posted a gross of about 97 thousand two hundred dollars with expenses near 65 thousand. The substantial crowd and revenue underline a successful affair despite costs.
Cowboy Reyes from Manila returns home after a hair raising bout with Johnny Ortega at Dreamland rink in San Francisco. Homesick and with multiple bout offers, the diminutive boxer heads back on the transport leaving the United States.
In a six inning Mines league game at Clark playgrounds North Butte defeated Elm Orlu 9 to 1 before 2000 spectators. Babe Delaney held Elm Orlu to few hits while North Butte capitalized on errors and timely hits including Steck’s single and Delaney’s two bagger. Final score gave North Butte third place showing and improved standings.
New York reports the USGA special committee, after talks with St Andrews, issued a uniform code for both sides of the Atlantic to preserve the game’s spirit. Changes cover the stymie, lost ball penalty, amateur and professional definitions, the standardized ball, and other minor details. Standard ball rules take effect May 1921, others Sept 1 this year.
Detroit Aug 5 Babe Ruth connected for his 39th homer of the season in the second inning of the New York Yankees versus Detroit game. The veteran slugger led the visitors in an American League clash.
The first recorded strike by amateur athletes occurred in Paris as the French Olympic team demanded better trainers and improved training quarters and withdrew from practice today, according to Universal Service.
Anacda game halted as darkness halted play with Knights holding an edge though spectators believed the game could have continued to five innings. Manager Reardon plans a protest citing sufficient light and advertising distractions at Race Track. Curley pitched well for the Knights while Cheff struggled for the Goodfriends as the clothiers rallied until fatigue.
Dr. M. A. Newell of Sheridan was chosen Wyoming department commander at the state convention in Sheridan. Peter Q. Nyce of Casper was elected vice commander, Thermopolis named for the next convention.
Pacific International in Seattle hosts a race day with results: Tacoma 3, Vancouver 10, Spokane 7, Yakima 10, Victoria 19, and Vancouver 10 leading with a top tally as participants from Pacific Northwest cities compete for team and individual honors.
Minneapolis reported a rise in flour prices with advanced cents and quotes around 13.30 per pound, as mills react to market demand. Several references note family patents and ore preceding figures, reflecting an unsettled grain market with fluctuating rates.
A brief notice from the X L Chili Parlor at 600 Mass Park, Anaconda, seeks a girl applicant. The casual help wanted ad lists no further details and offers position expectations.
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