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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1926
Page
9
A scrambled July Homewood Derby report notes a high paying win by a horse named Boot, with mentions of Salmon’s entry and a $2000 stake. The fragment hints at odds, time, and a display of bets including $0.60 and $8.82, with ongoing results and a shelf display.
In a tense game Nelsonville built a four run lead but Athens rallied. Megenes and H Coupe stood out with strong hitting as Nelsonville held on for a 11 to 5 win. Smith pitched six innings before Barstow finished. Athens-Whitlatch Smith H Coupe Bradfield Koux Wiss Mowery Barrels. Nelsonville Tonkine Dams WI J Coupe Harley Stuart Dibbos Geld W Coepe Tommy Lous. Ray-Glos led by Brith and H Coupe.
Nelsonville reports Buckeyes and Ed rhers Barbers tied atop Twilight league standings with perfect 3 0 and 4 0 records respectively. Upcoming schedule lists Eddie's Brothers versus Athena and Central versus Suger Bowls as next week’s key games.
In a Twilight league clash the Studebakers beat the Eagles by one run amid a prolonged protest over a disputed at plate call in the second inning. Umpire duties were split between Sheriff Melintey and Sridey, with BLN Pierre at base. The game may be replayed, as fans pressed for resolution while Gloucester American Legion plans road games at Cambridge and faces a tight climb in the pennant race.
Athens fans will witness a real game as Zanesville YMCA and Ohio University faculty team meet in a five game series at the Men’s Gymnasium. The Southeastern Ohio tournament winners face tough opposition including Parkersburg additions and notable players from Illinois. Admission details unavailable.
Helen Wills, the national tennis champion, meets Mary Browne in a round of the tournament at Maidstone Tennis Club. Wills defeated Edna Roeber 6 3 and 9 7 in a semifinal while Browne, once a champion, eyes a comeback as spectators describe the match as close and testing.
Veteran baseball figure Rabbit Maranville appears to be nearing an unconditional release as Brooklyn’s season fades. Once a key Giants and Braves rival, his career highs overshadowed by later struggles and a brief Navy stint, Maranville’s future remains uncertain as major clubs show little interest.
National League results show Cincinnati and Boston in joint action with scattered innings and several players cited. Rixey, Pielnich, Benton, Taylor, and Goldsmith are named in Cincinnati matchups, while New York, St. Louis, Chicago, Brooklyn, and Pittsburgh also post scores with pitchers like Reinhart, Vick, and Kaufman contributing. American League line includes New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Detroit, and Boston reflecting a busy day of one- and two-run games across multiple venues.
A fragmented note reflects Miranville’s decline from a promising leadership path in 1914 and 1915, where he might have become capitalian manager and galley chief, yet never sustained the same momentum or stature.
Frankie Genaro faces renewed alibi accusations after a draw with Willie Darcy and recent poor form. His manager cites injuries and past defeats, while critics doubt conditioning and effort. A return to tougher foes may be needed to restore form.
The Yankees beat the White Sox 2 to 1 in a standout pitching duel. Cleveland struggled to subdue the Red Sox 3 to 2 as Smithy worked, Johnson shut out the Browns, and the Senators posted nine runs. The Athletics beat the Tigers 6 to 2. In twin bills the Braves swept the Reds 2 to 8 and 2 to 2, while the Giants split with the Cardinals 6 to 3 and 6 to 6. The Roadrunners edged the Cubs 3 to 2 after a tight mound battle. the Pirates pummeled the Phillies 16 to 5. Also, a snake killed 110 hens in Indiana.
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