One Balky Player Behind Baseball’s Sign Language
The piece recounts experiences with John J. McGraw and the New York Giants, detailing how team harmony hinges on signals and collective discipline. It explains the hit and run play, fielding shifts, and the elaborate system of signs used to outmaneuver opponents, stressing the balance between individual skill and team needs.
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John J. McGraw
Les
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Thas
Tha
McGrasy
Poeer
Runny &O
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Matt
Akisex
Bateman
Oliter
Enteignal
Aner
Discovery of Louis Litiaue and the Tyro Baseball Deal
The account recounts how Louis Litiaue was introduced to professional baseball after a trip to Woonsocket with Charley Marsden and Trad Woodwork. It describes Marsden’s tip that Litiaue could hit any delivery, a plan to sign him, and the improvised contract he created on the back of an envelope. Marsden and Selec discuss terms, with a tentative $109 monthly offer and the signed envelope later destroyed.
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Philadelphia
Jung
Louis Litiaie
Waansecket
Charley Marsden
We AL Woaansacket
Marsden
Larry
Sisie
Weonsacket
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Ball River
Nile
St. Lows Browns
Carters
Franklin, Mass
Woonsocket
Selec
Woodvické
Hranchivan
Woursceke
Yani
Ivery
Picking Up Star Players Is All Matter Of Chance
The Washington Star notes that major league stars often arise by chance rather than purchase. Many pitchers and players succeed from minor leagues or nearby teams, not from expensive signings. Washington club found Willer Johnson without cost, proving scouting luck and opportunistic trials can yield valuable stars.
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Washington
Willer Johnson
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Cortune
Abe
Jong
H Youngs
Aura
Mk Om Ceimp In Lis Cnretr
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Justanees
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Avery
Sox Struggle With Inconsistent Play and Pitching Quality
The report notes the team shows fighting spirit but lacks consistency and solid pitching, leaving the Sox behind in the race as they often play poorly at times. The commentary credits some excellent individual quality amid the fluctuation.
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Fighting Spiritu-Lergo Journal
Edward Eckblad Mays Champion of Heavies
In Milaca and St Paul roots, Edward Eckblad rises from Navy sailor to boxing contender. The Minnesotan, nicknamed Gunboat Smith after service, defeats rivals and eyes a world title bid, with past and present trainers and peers noting his rugged punch.
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Gibbons Brotvers
St Paul
Gupboal Smilin
White Hope
Brigade
Prowesr Press
Rogen
Eckblad
Milaca
Baseball Dope Has Clarke in the Air
Putshbors June 28 A major league baseball season discussion centers on New York Giants and Pittsburgh Pirates with Manager Clarke voicing puzzlement over inconsistent play. He cites errors, odd throws, and pitchers collapsing at critical moments as the key enigma of the year. He notes baffling misplays and surprising comebacks, saying the game remains unpredictable.
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Jane
Alun
Giants
Chiler Moyers
Poln
Chrisly Mathewson
Matty
Ghief
Putshbors
Clarke
Piraler
Eoumini
Promoter Faults And Fights Over Money In Boxing
In Philadelphia on June 1 the writer argues promoters bear the burden when fighters demand high purses. He suggests sub stars and substitutes can fill arenas and draw crowds, with promoters sharing risks and profits. The piece praises athletic clubs and advocates controlled pay to sustain boxing.
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Philadelpus
Bol Pilzsimyrnurnts
Aminions
Ubon
Chou
Che Nes
Cowling Hai
Gnarane Fron
Hilin
FC Micrameter Sas
Sunrise Hatred Echoes In Aged Argument
A fragmented dialogue from a Cincinnati Times-Star page centers on themes of sun hatred and captivity. Dr Hob and Ratiel discuss liberty, referencing Cuba and a Spanish general, amid a clipped, nearly unreadable transcription.
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Cuba Ibertad
Ratiel
de Spancesh
General Weyer
Frisco Writer Slams B Nolan In Drama Claim
A San Francisco writer in The Indured Maneger accuses B Nolan of mismanaging publicity and clouding blame for a failed match with Ritchie. The piece argues Nolan secured terms for Ritchie while exposing his own questionable role and suggests Nolan benefited from publicity while others paid the price. It traces Nolan's career from Cattler management through past bouts and his ongoing plans to return with another fighter.
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Malan
Hay
Staith
Nolan
Ritchie
San Francisco
Ruehle
Willan
Ritehs
Firebie
Tannager
Klin
Hagen
Ritchle
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Manta
T. Pooht Pont
Grancy
Tie
Paddlie
Nelson
Teddy Murphy
Harry Corbett
Corbett
Evers
Butler
Wagner Injury Forces Pirates To Consider Rest For Bugcaneer
Pirates may abandon Wagner’s return plan as knee pain and a sprain hamper his play. The injured right knee worsened after Friday’s game against the Giants, with a wrenching joint issue blamed for a wild throw that allowed two runs in the inning. Wagner has dealt with recurring pains since the Red Sox series, and daily knee treatment continues as he rests.
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Wagner
Genon
Giants
Red Sox
Te Springs Horns
PiUburg Gagette-Times
Coombs Out for Season With Weight Gain Hope Dashed
Star pitcher Tack Coombs of At Netsea cannot pitch this season due to illness and weight gain. He currently weighs 166 pounds and is increasing at a daily rate, thwarting Mack’s hopes for late championship help for the Athletics.
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