Hester Signs Up White Sox Pitcher Delhi to Electric squad
The Great Falls Electrics sign Flame Delhi, a former Chicago White Sox sensation, after he buys his release and agrees to join under Hester. Delhi, a banker’s son with Montana ties, is expected to form a dangerous pitching pair with Hester’s faction as the season opens.
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Heater
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Tacoma Falls to Spokane as Late Inning Rally Decides
In the Northwest League game Portland and Victoria later, Tacoma led early but Spokane exploded in the sixth. A late rally by Tacoma failed as Spokane held on for a 16 to 1 win. Portland and Victoria also played with Nick Williams delivering a key two-bagger as the tide turned in a rout. Martino and Murray, Hardin Mee Agnew and other pitchers were listed.
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Victoria
Nick Williams
Tatteries Hardin
Mee Agnew
Martinon
Murray
Pacific Coast League and West Coast Baseball Notables
Oakland leads San Francisco 2 to 1 with McCorry and Schmit handling the battery in a sensational fielding display as Los Angeles tops Portland 2 to 1 in 18 innings. Sacramento edges Venice 1 to 0 on errors and strong pitching while Otis Crandall of New York prompts waivers amid praise for his clutch saving and hitting feats.
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Johnson Convicted on Seven Counts in 1919 Case
Heavyweight champion Jack Johnson was found guilty on all seven counts of violating the Mann Act for transporting Belle Kehreiber from Pittsburg to Chicago in 1919. The jury deliberated about an hour before verdict. Johnson was released on bond and a motion for a new trial was filed. The case drew onlookers as details of Johnson's personal life emerged during proceedings.
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Wsistane
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Jakes Hoop Improves After Foot Operation
au soontine Stahl manager mm American Teague baseball 'am recovering rapidly from operation on one of his feet last week. Physicians said today he will probably join the Red Sox in Chicago the rest of this week. It was feared he would stay in Boston a month.
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Matty Targets Record For Sustained Control
New York May is pursuing a record for perfect control as Christy Mathewson, star pitcher for the Nationals, pitched another scoreless inning streak. He has issued only two walks all year, the latest coming in the April 17 game against Boston.
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Visitors from Britain Canada Ghent Witness Wall Game
Delegates from Great Britain Canada and Ghent visiting the United States attended a Wall game today in Philadelphia. The group later spoke at a reception and banquet praising universal peace and the signing of the Ghent treaty and a century of English speaking harmony. Sir Arthur Lawley, introduced by Charlemagne Tower, praised the players’ throwing powers.
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Buccaneers suffer seventh straight defeat in rough game
Pittsburg fell to 5 to 4 as Millers four bagger and Cravath Magee homers helped New York edge past Chicago 8 to 2. Wagner doubled to tie in the eighth. Batteries Caiinitz Simon Sea ton Alexander Doom. Also Boston and St Louis split a 4 to 3 game with Perdue pitching for St Louis and Magee miscue aiding the three-run fourth.
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Brooklyn Beats Cincinnati 9 To 6 In Baseball Game
Brooklyn won its third straight as Fromme pitched well in the second, sparking a six run inning helped by seven hits a walk and error. Betts finished for Cincinnati allowing one hit as the visitors led early with three runs. Froome, Bitts and King faced Allen Curtis and Miller in the rough contest.
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Fowler Leads comeback as Kelena crushed in opener
At Onsen Utah May 12 a miscued season opener saw Fowler spark a late run to offset an early Kelena lead. Rain soaked the diamond making play tough as visitors tired and the locals held firm with tight defense and a feature at short from Wren. Attendance was light but the night marked a strong start for Fowler and the home club.
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No Fine for Noisy Baseball Associate
The baseball commission pronounced John Kiing in good standing without penalty. It was stated his failure to report to the Boston club of the National league for service during the 1812 season was due to a determination to devote all time to his business interests in Kansas City.
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Evers suspended by Lynch after game vs New York
Evers, manager of the Chicago National League team, has been suspended for three days by President Lynch following his removal from yesterday's game against New York. The action stemmed from the onfield incident and reaction to the umpire's decisions.
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Mullin Batterd by the Champions in Detroit defeat
Detroit defeats Mullin and the Tigers 6 to 1 as Cobb runs wild and a misplayed bat leads to a run. Lake replaces Mullin, Zamloch finishes, and Chicago, Cleveland, St. Louis, and Washington games follow with varied rallies and errors.
Minneopolis baseball moves in early May reshuffles
In Minneapolis on May 14 the former Cincinnati national picker now with the Minneapolis association club was released. President Cantillon announced the firing. Shoiso said Barney Petty, bought from the St. Louis Americans, had been sold to the Baltimore club of the International league.
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Boxing Contest Planned For Miners Union Day
Copper City Athletic club plans an afternoon exhibition on Miners Union day June 3. Jack M Donough stated plans are in progress and, if secured, two willing boxers will be procured. He is wiring an eastern club for fast middleweights and hopes to announce prospects soon.
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Sioux by Wienite in Omaha and Denver close wins
Sioux by Wienite 11 at Omaha and 6 at Denver plus 3 and 11 at Des Moines show uneven road results. The sparse notes indicate a sequence of small margins and city results, with Omaha and Des Moines hosting games and Denver and Des Moines also involved.
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Butte and Great Falls Open Today at Columbia Gardens Park
After yesterday’s postponement due to cold rain, the Butte and Great Falls clubs plan to play this afternoon at 3 o'clock at Columbia Gardens Park. Weather may again challenge play. managers Merkle and Hester, with President Gillis and Secretary Sheehan, push ahead. Umpire Sam Laroque to oversee as streetcars run fast to gate and downtown outlets for tickets.
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Polo ponies unloaded for Piping Rock club on Long Island
In New York on May 19 1944 polo ponies described as the best Britain could provide were unloaded from the steamship Minneapolis and sent to the stables of the Piping Rock club on Long Island in preparation for events in the Western Tri State League.
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