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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1917
Page
10
Vancouver fell behind as Butte ace Harrington stifled the Beavers early. Brown’s squad battled back with Hillyard and Roche keying a late surge. Harrington steadied, but Vancouver surged to lead then Butte reclaimed the edge with timely hits and sharp defense.
St. Louis was shut out as Cooper tossed airtight ball. Packard left after three hits in the fifth. Carey Baird and Watson contributed key plays including a running catch. The final line showed Pittsburg with nine runs to St Louis six, in a game highlighted by Wagners, doubles, and timely singles.
Phuauenpam June 10 Frank Schulte, secured by the Philadelphia Nationals from Pittsburg via waivers, will report immediately. A former Chicago player from 1904 until last year, he was traded to Pittsburg and then sidelined by a broken rib, limiting his play this season. Walter Mails, ex-Portland star and former Brooklyn and Pittsburg pitcher, is in Seattle working in a shipyard after reportedly jumping his Portland contract.
Warrants were served on George Weaver and Fred McMullin of the Chicago team for alleged assault on Augustin McNally, a White Sox spectator, during a rain intermission at the Chicago Boston game last Saturday. McNally claimed he was struck by the players.
Cleveland natives triumphed over Brooklyn in an exhibition game, 7 to 2. Marquard, born in Cleveland, pitched three scoreless innings in his first appearance here since his amateur days, while Spee contributed offensively for the Indians.
Commissioner Judson C. Clements of the Interstate Commerce Commission died here today. He had served on the rate making body since 1892 and was once chairman. A native of Georgia, he was 60 and had served five terms in Congress representing the district centered on Rome, Georgia.
Boston defeats Chicago twice on Bunker Hill day as Ernie Shore and Heine Wagner are suspended for Friday's dispute. First game ends 8-2 with Boston rallying late. second game 8-1 as J Scott, Faber and Schalk lead on the mound and at the plate.
New York June 18. National League directors rule there is no appeal from a $500 fine and 16 day suspension imposed on Manager McGraw for attacking umpire Byron in Cincinnati. The board approved the penalty and will open a separate inquiry into McGraw's alleged statements about league president Tener. New York club had briefly protested then sought to appeal before changing position. President Tener declined to discuss re election plans for December.
A 1917 Tribune analysis breaks down major league batting across the league. It notes about 150 regulars per league, with 17 hitting .200 or higher and 43 between .250 and .300, roughly 29 percent, while the majority bat under .260. It compares legends like Cobb and Speaker to the era’s average, highlighting how top stars extend far beyond the average without sensational numbers. It also touches fan behavior and the Giants’ winning push, ending with a nod to Ferdy Schupp and Uncle Sam.
Major league note lists Detroit at Washington in today's schedule. American Association results show Toledo 5 Columbus 3 in ten innings at Milwaukee 3 St. Paul 7 and at Kansas City 6 Minneapolis 1 with Indianapolis 6 Louisville 2 in progress.
The Trans Miss tournament at St Joseph Country Club saw winds hinder early rounds with C L Wolf of Forest Park Golf Club posting the day’s low 80. Frank Lynch James Manion and Harry Legg tied close behind as others complete remaining flights tomorrow while Hankinson elected president and Hillcrest awarded 1918 tournament. Tin Cup throws a perfect game for Little Rock against Birmingham in the Southern Association.
Franklin Baker, famed as Home Run, stars for the Yankees in strong form likening his showing to his Mackmen days. He remains one of New York’s most popular figures on a real club and contributes to the team’s rising esteem.
Benny Leonard, world lightweight champion, stopped Johnny Nelson of Philadelphia in the third round of a ten round match. Leonard weighed 1881 2 pounds to Nelson 141. Leonard had a knockdown in the second with a short right hook and finished Nelson with a full count after two nine counts. Philadelphia tennis tourney opens with favorites like Molla Bjurnstedt successful in early rounds at the Cricket Club for charity. Also reported: largest molybdenum ore deposits found in southern Peru.
An old advertisement urges maintaining health by keeping blood pure with 8. 8. S. It claims the remedy purifier builds appetite, tones the system, and boosts vitality. Sold by druggists nationwide for over fifty years with testimonials. write Swift Spe ie Co for booklets and free medical advice.
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