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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1914
Page
2
Frank Chance reviews the American League standings and Detroit’s early form. He praises Detroit’s improving infield and pitching, notes Cleveland and Chicago are strong, analyzes White Sox and Athletics struggles, and previews upcoming clashes with Philadelphia.
A late 19th century baseball discussion notes the declining use of the spitball due to its unreliability and danger to fielders. Mentions players like Bugs Raymond and Chief Meyers, with managers and teams wary of damp balls causing errors and control issues.
The piece discusses pitcher delivery styles focusing on the spitball and the curve, noting how managers and fans push pitchers away from the spitball. It highlights Fred Fisher, Christy Mathewson era insights, and Giants prospects as teams contest pennants while adjustments in pitching temper trends. It cites McGraw urging Tesreau to refine his curve and mentions Chance and Murphy in Cubs ownership context.
The article cites Jack Ovonvhs of the Athletics as not practicing but hopeful to be back in harness. It notes Coombs’ recent form, praising his resilience and suggesting ongoing concern for his health. It also covers Frank Chance’s praise for his New York squad and strategic pitching plans across the American League.
Giants manager John J. McGraw analyzes the pennant race from a West Coast vantage, assessing Pirates Clarke and the Giants’ injured edge while weighing injuries, pitching depth, and the West Coast invasion. He predicts the coming weeks will test Pittsburgh, Chicago, and Philadelphia as the season nears its climax.
In Paris, complaints rise as tomatoes, cucumbers, and other vegetables soar beyond the reach of workers earning as little as 8 cents a day. Citizens say affordability crisis affects daily meals and living standards.
In a Georgia tow a heated town meeting saw residents voting in favor of saloons and a citizen defend the choice. He warned that without reform women and young girls would suffer while the town risks moral decline and social chaos.
The New York American notes Sweeney in good form as he does the backst irk for Frank Chance. He has completed all the behind the scenes work in the first month of the season.
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