23 Aug 1908
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1908
Page
1
Pittsburg edged Brooklyn in a seventeen inning contest, one to nothing, setting a National League record. Young secured the deciding win as Forys Seventeen Innings featured a tense pitchers’ duel and defensive plays from both sides.
Pittsburg edged Brooklyn 1 to 0 in a dramatic 17 inning marathon marked by rain delays and a record extra innings performance. Pastorius, Thomas, and Young starred as Pittsburgh finally pushed across the decisive run in the bottom of the 17th after bases were loaded.
New York defeated Cincinnati 5 to 1 as New York hitters found McGinnity at key moments. Cincinnati failed to capitalize on several chances and could not close the gap.
In a tight afternoon clash Livingston edged Dillon with a 1 run margin after early leads and shifting pitching. King started for Livingston but faced heavy hits beforeMyer relieved. for Dillon West Hayle and Shea defended well as Doyle caught a few tricky plays.
Spokane report notes Butto outclassed Pekane in a rugged bases game while pitchers hurled strong for Spokane. Details mention Scar dresseeaeeeae OOF and Bul Bpekane with players Claflin Harkness Span sertialman Roberts and Caminers. Tacoma game ends when Allen faltered in the eleventh as Tacoma fell behind.
In a lively Aug 22 program, Cleveland pounded Philadelphia 4 to 1 as Dygert and Schreck led the attack while Washington’s defense held firm in a 48 run output clash. Detroit beat Washington with strong pitching from Sia mers though control faltered at times. Chicago showed power and aggressive baserunning, driving out pitchers Young Burchell Smith and Cicotte, with notable performances by Burchell and Smith.
In San Francisco and Los Angeles reports, Sparks’ pitching leads a Portland defeat while radius scoring details remain incomplete. Batters Briswalter Easterly Sidiman Berry Illifer are listed for the Bay Area clubs with sparse line scores and unidentified matchups.
New York August 2 The preliminary trials for the Davis International lawn tennis cup have been decided. The English team of M J Ritchie J C Tarte and W S Powell will sail to America later this month. Matches in singles and doubles will occur at Longwood Mosk courts with the winner to travel to Australia for the challenge matches in September.
Bozeman and Butte schedule a major showdown this afternoon at the gardens. Manager Jones fields a strong lineup with several pro players and notes both teams face adjustments due to injuries and substitutions. The Dillon series is cited as a benchmark, with Butte and Bozeman aiming for a hard fought contest.
New York in August reports Elberfeld facing a slump with the Hilltoppers. The club shows individual talent but lacks cohesive team play, with new faces expected next season. Alignment and fielding woes hinder timely hits and consistent rhythm as management rehearses changes.
Special Dispatch to Standart Helena Aug 28 Great Falls won the doubles title with superior teamwork as 5 and Matteson defeated Masher and Burtan in the state championship. Observers noted the Great Falls pair excelled together but lacked the same individual edge.
Ggienshuis New York Ang Ta stur dhy race oh Chippewa buy todty the Dixie IL champion of motor Wet Treats won the third aml final rantest for the gold chalience cup defeating the Chip Tif at Chippewa Yacht club. The boat covered 34 miles in a fast time near 59 minutes. Dixie recently won the international cup at Huntington. By this victory she becomes the premier champion water boat racer Wixie II owned by Ed Selva der of New York.
Miss Golding of Varrytown Sr Augs Hlaue Golding, champion woman swimmer at Amertlea, defeated three other fast swimmers today in about 1 hour 4 minutes. Her nearest rival was Miss Glare Hitvet, recently from Hyooklyn Un Pandy 156 Jung, with Miss Hurst one time behind.
In Lux Cite, AL Vieblo and Tabla played two opening games with mixed results. Second day action at Das Mother-Des Muttes saw further contests, including AG Douver Pirst and Onithate ver with varying outcomes.
Manchester game reports a wet day at the Essex County club open half tournament. Wallona, Travia, and Wilder figure in the rising play while Chyls wins one up and Roberts sinks Sagagunda, with more matches to come.
Major league teams prepare for the drafting season opening and closing dates. Scouts and executives assess promising minor league players and consider purchases or proposed deals to bolster pitching and overall rosters, with moves involving Washington Chicago White Sox and others.
Dr C T Pigot won a record breaking match at the local golf links, defeating Phil-In Gurr eight up. Pigot’s 78 equals the amateur course record and marks the best round to date. In semi finals Gal Dopheny beat Barker apt and Merrimaion defeated Henn Sides.
Rain interrupted the program as the American battleship fleet entertained Sydney with a regatte bowling and theatre program. The Nebraska sailors defeated Sydney University by 6 to 4, while the fleet team beat a New South Wales side 6 to 4. Rugby saw New South Wales defeat a fleet team 6 to 0.
In the championship doubles final at Omaha the team of C Drummond Jones of Sir Louis and Art Scribner defeated Dr Platherwick, Low erack, and Branson. The match scores were 1-6 6-0 6-3 6-0, with the winners taking the title after a comeback in the decisive sets.
The final round of the One Deal golf tournament in Reach, Minnesota, August 22, saw A. Dunning of Nassau win with 3 up after 18 holes. Baden-Baden champ G. T. Brackay, who was Brackay a favorite, finished with strong play, scoring 48.
In New York Aug 22 reports say middleweight Stanley Ketchel fights rising to heavyweight status with Sam Langford the black tornado of vision looming as contender. Langford returns to Boston after beating Tony Ross to await Ketchel’s reply. If no deal Burns could be pursued by Langford’s manager Jac Woodman.
New York Aug 22 The Coney Island Jockey Club announced an 11 day racing meet may be held privately with professionals barred from betting. If bolting by professionals is found, gates will close to the public and the stakes run off in private after a committee meeting.
Beach All-Americans advance manager reports bright prospects for games in Japan. Planned dates include Wa seda Nejo and Noble School, then a picked Japan team. Ott an interest grows as 4,000,000 people in Tekia draw fans. Yokohama grounds praised. reports from Manila and China are encouraging.
San Francisco August 22 The manager Hilly Neal indicates Tommy Burns may return to the United States before the heavyweight champion match after Stanley Ketchel said he would await Burns return for a title shot Neal counters that Ketchel need not wait long Neal plans a coast Christmas bout with Bunny on a first come first served basis requiring a guaranteed purse Burns shows no interest in money ahead of the bout
New York Aug 32 The national track and field championship of the Amateur Athletic Union for junior and senior divisions will be held at Travers Island under the auspices of the New York Association. The dates are Friday and Saturday Sept 15 and 16. entries close Aug 23. New York Aug 2 Johnny White signs to meet Sam Langford in a bout at one of the National Athletic Union events next week. Jeanette with manager Jimmy De Forest plans for a bout with Langford and White. The show likely to be staged by September 1.
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