Weather Digest Reports Cooler Across Cotton Region
Special to the Banner from New Orleans June 19 notes mean temperatures 2 to 14 degrees below normal across the cotton region with the greatest deficiency in South Carolina and northern Georgia. Weekly means range 60 76 F east to 66 78 F west. frost reported in Alabama and Arkansas. light to moderate rainfall, with 4.60 inches at Valdosta Georgia and over Florida Georgia Oklahoma portions.
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Weather report notes mixed rain effects across regions
Rain was beneficial in Oklahoma with rapid vegetation growth. Atlantic coast states saw cool early week weather delaying crops, while drought and heat reduced yields in the Southwest and California. The Rocky Mountain area and northern regions reported cool, moist conditions with widespread rains.
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Freckles vanish with new ethine treatment
A newspaper advertisement promotes ethine double strength cream to remove freckles. It claims night and morning application clears skin, with a money back guarantee if it fails, and notes most users need only an ounce.
Griffths Advice on Reserve Strength for Champion Clubs
Clark Griffith says a championship club needs ample reserve strength with capable bench players for every position. He adds the shrewd manager must shield the team from emergencies and rely on depth to survive trials.
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Harry Babcock Becomes Oarsman After Track Career
Olympic pole vault champion Harry Babcock quits athletics and rows as bow oar in the New York U C eight that won the Harlem river regatta on Memorial Day. Advertise your wants.
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Cobb's Strong Arm Diminished By Self Inflicted Practice
Ty Cobb Detroit star loses throwing power after years of pregame pitching. His arm weakness forces infielders to handle throws from the outfield while Cobb still hits well and runs fast. Managers warned him to stop, but he pressed on, hoping rest would restore strength.
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Few Surprises In Pennant Races
The author notes surprising turns in both major leagues. Phillies lead the National League with strong pitching from Le Seaton Chalmers Alexander Stixey Brennan, while Cleveland and the Athletics show bursts of good play. Boston and New York stumble, and teams rely on star pitchers like Tesreau Marquard and Mack era veterans Blink and Bender for late-season strength.
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SUN FIELDS BOTHER JACKSON Naps Star Batter Struggles East
The Cleveland Naps star Joe Jackson struggles hitting on eastern fields due to glare. Manager Birmingham shifts him to different grounds hoping to save his hitting form on the road. If the east hurts his eyes, the Naps may drop from contention without his bat.
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GOTCH TO GRAPPLE AGAIN
World champion wrestler Frank Gotch hints at possible return while on tour from Kansas City to Trinidad. He recalls defeating challenger George Uhrich in quick fashion and dismisses retirement, citing lure of big purses and lingering appeal of the sport.
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Cross to Meet Anderson in July Los Angeles Fight
Tench Cross and Anderson are scheduled for a twenty round bout in Los Angeles California on July 4. The match will headline a boxing card at an arena on the Fourth of July.
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Johnson Is Some Batter Too
Walter Johnson, famed pitcher, is also a dependable hitter for the Senators, adding value as a strong all around player.
Red Sox plan to walk Crawford then Cobb to stop baserunning
Manager Stahl of the Red Sox describes a strategy to walk Sam Crawford and then Ty Cobb to neutralize base stealing and hitting. The approach, also aimed at Turner in Cleveland, was outlined by the Bean Eaters recently.
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Wood Deflects Fame Saying Johnson Has Better Arm
Joe Wood modestly concedes Walter Johnson is the better pitcher noting Johnson’s greater strength size and longer arm allow more speed with less effort. He credits Johnson with superior power and control in pitching.
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Silk gowns and patterns dominate summer fashion shows
The fashion page details silk gowns with brocade sleeves and muslin collars, outlining several fabric combos and design features. It describes dress elements such as draped skirts, contrasting sleeves, and a drooping shoulder blouse, plus yardage estimates and pattern numbers from the May Manton line.
Prepared For War By William Howard Taft
A New Kent Professor of Lower Yale University argues the United States is inadequately prepared for war. He laments Congress reluctance to fund a regular army, notes proximity to Europe and Asia, and warns coast fortifications target only sea attacks, neglecting potential land invasions.
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