Englishman Wins National Trophy by Single Stroke
In Toledo on August 15, Lew Diegel led the final open golf championship with a strong finish. Jock Hutchinson and Jack Burke trailed closely while Harry Vardon, aiming to win again, faltered late. Diegel won by one stroke over Vardon as Diegel and fellow Americans Burke and Hutchinson battled for the title at Inverness.
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Jock” Hutchinson
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Burke
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Diegel
Hutchinson
America
Nish
Ord
Walter Hagen
Detroit
Chicago
Jim’ Barnes
St. Louis
Barnes
Chicago Judge Touted to Succeed Herrmann in Baseball Commission
Chicago reports discuss a successor to August Herrmann as head of the baseball commission. Judge McDonald reportedly would consider the post if offered, with Johnson citing possibilities and Heydler or the National League weighing the selection.
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Herrmann
August Herr
Baseball Commission
Y League
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National ‘League
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Etherne
Eit
Coast League turmoil clouds 1919 season hopes
The Pacific Coast League faces a storm of rumors and alleged misconduct surrounding Vernon and Los Angeles teams. Babe Barton accuses Vernon players of a slush fund to buy rivals, while McCarthy investigates with no findings. The dispute risks fan confidence and League finances as players chase easy money and owners weigh drastic action.
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Coast Mai Rater
Deer hunted by Lakeport man in wheelchair on opening day
Frank Ora, a disabled former Navy man from Lakeport, bagged a small forked horn buck on opening day after being moved to Bruton ranch. He shot the deer while in a wheelchair, then dressed and covered the carcass as companions tracked the field through Mt Konocti timber.
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Ora
D. W. Carol Edmunds
Bruton Ranch
Auto
Mt .Konocti
Washington Woman Heads Baseball League in Capital
Mrs. Lillian Nicholas of Washington D C is described as the only woman president of a baseball league. She directs a boys league organized at her instance and reputedly runs a first rate program with skill in box scores, highlighting her Illinois origins and lifelong sports interest.
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Washington
Lillian Nicholas
Nicholas
Tlinois
Wild Pitches Win for Robins in New York Baseball Clash
Brooklyn Robins defeated New York as Fred Toney delivered three wild pitches that figured in Brooklyn runs. Grimes faced the Giants while Nehf and Smith combined on the mound for Brooklyn.
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New York
Fred ‘Toney
Brooklyn
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Grimes
Giants
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New York Falls Behind Cleveland in Frustrating Friday Game
New York could not secure a win in Cleveland as umpire decisions sparked protests. The Yankees managed four runs on extra base hits while Cleveland left no doubt with a 8-1 victory. Mays and Ruel provided runs while Caldwell and O'Neill pitched for the Browns.
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Phillies and Boston split double header in mourned rain
In Philadelphia on August 13 C Valk yfe Rome sparked a 3 to 1 first game win for the Phillies over Boston while Myers dominated in a five hit second game as Boston won 7 to 0. Perry allowed two hits in the opener and Myers held the Phillies to five scattered hits in the nightcap. In Detroit a Chicago vs Tigers game was called in the fifth by rain with plans to complete later.
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C. Valkyfe Rome
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Scott
Jones
Walters
Perry
Perkins
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Myeére and Schangler
Moore
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Chicago
Favorian Triumph and Rain Halts Junc World Record Night
In North Randall Ohio Cleveland area a dramatic racing program featured Favorian winning the two year olds sweepstakes while heavy rain interrupted proceedings. The card saw late finishes as Reaure and Signo pose threats before weather halted several events and postponed eight races to a later date.
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Ace
Garthe
Favorlan
Antler Redord
Calgary
Boteamstone
Raetow
How Eddie Cicotte Keeps Ruth From Hitting Homers
Pitcher Eddie Cicotte explains his strategy against Babe Ruth. He favors low fast balls and curves, uses a downward breaking spitball selectively, and mixes pitches to avoid giving Ruth easy home runs. He aims to keep the ball out of Ruth’s sweet spots and never groves the best pitch.
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Ruth
Babe Ruth
Pike's Peak Cup Entrants Gather For Revived Race
Colorado Springs reports the Pike's Peak auto race set for Sept 6 with top drivers entering for the Spencer Penrose trophy. The 12⅔ mile course climbs to 14 109 feet, with many dangerous curves and a strong field of manufacturers. Romana will not race, though owner Harry F. O'Brien will join another car.
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Pike's Peak
Colorado
Spencer Penrose
Harry F. O'Brien
Denver
O'Brien
Pike's Peak Auto Highway
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Famous marksman visits WN Butte
P J Holohan, famed shotgun and rifle expert and former national trap champion, stopped in Butte for a few hours en route to Cleveland. He recalled Montana greats D D Twohy and Frank Conley, praised Montana sportsmen, and noted his Remington rifle use. He plans to attend major national shoots and run his manufacturing business.
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Camp Perry
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Frank
Jim Conley
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Eva Tropnite
Hotohan
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Greck
Portland
Ene
Colt sales poised for record year at Saratoga sales
Breeding establishments from nine states send thoroughbreds to Saratoga for a larger sales event marked by Man o War’s high profile. Glen Riddle sold Man o War for 5000 but would not accept 300000, driving intense bidding and an expected total sale near 1000000 as tracks and purses lure talent despite risks. King Williams of Baltimore decisively defeated Johnny Erie of St Paul by sound boxing in Baltimore tonight.
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Fair Play
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King Williams
Johnny Erie
St. Paul
Ahearn Faces Reconsideration After Quarters Rule Violation
Antwerp reports a mass meeting pressured the American Olympic Commission to revisit Dan Ahearn’s dismissal for alleged insubordination. The hop step and jump champion reportedly stayed out of quarters after taps, violating standing rules while plans to address the issue unfold.
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American Olympic Commission
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Ahearn
Altogea
Toordock
New York
McGraw Case Brought to Grand Jury
District Attorney Swann says he will present Giants manager John J McGraw to the grand jury after no further interviews. A physician letter says McGraw is under medical care and cannot leave his home for some time. Subpoenas were sought at McGraws residence and at the Polo Grounds, but they were blocked by the door.
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Johnston and Griffin Lead in Lawn Tennis Semis
Newport R I Aug 18 Johnst on and doubles partner C J Griffin won their semi final matches to advance to the final for the champion shine. Johnston defeated Willis Davis in straight sets and Griffin beat Roland Roberts in a four set affair while their doubles team later faced Richard Harte and Arie Williams II with varied results.
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1Morrow
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Brooklyn recalls Hood as Wallace rejoined Salt Lake club
The Brooklyn club of the National League announced the recall of Outfielder Wallace Hood from the Salt Lake City club of the Pacific Coast League. The move marks Hood's return to Brooklyn after a loan spell.
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New York
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Saltne City
Pacific
Rickard Plans to Purchase Garden Club Amid Boxing Debates
The article discusses Tex Rickard and the International Sporting Club proposing to buy a garden venue to host boxing and wrestling events. It notes funding limits, potential amateur bouts, and supervision plans, with Rickard opposing the International’s plans and Kearns backing Rickard for Dempsey’s next fight.
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International Sporting Club
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Jack Kearns
Tex
Dempsey
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Wamerner
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