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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1927

Page

7

Studebaker Ray-Glo Game Set as Twilight Showdown

The Graysons face the reorganized Studebaker nine in a seven inning twilight contest at 5 50 pm. Manager P H McKinley Sr aims to halt the Ray-Glos while Hugo Thieson and Whit Jatch anchor the Graysons mound and receive. Next Sunday the Graysons host Ravenswood at Chauncey ballpark, with a large local crowd expected.

Graysons Studebaker Nine Studebakers P. H. McKinley, Sr Ray-Glas Brudebaker Siee Hugo Thieson Whit Jatch Chauncey Ravenswood W. Va Ray-Glos Chester Athens Nelsonville Glouster Logar

Senators Suspend Bill Lamar After Trade

Washington reports outfielder Bill Lamar, recently purchased from the Athletics by the Senators, has been indefinitely suspended. The move follows recent transactions in the American League.

Washington Bill ‘Lamar Senators The Athletics Ha Beer

Senators Aim to Beat Yankees After Rowland Controversy

Washington fans hoped for a Senators victory over the New York Yankees after a disputed game. Umpire Clarence Rowland sparked ire from both teams, was chased from the diamond, and a telegram to President Ban Johnson urged his removal during the series.

Washington

La Coste Tilden Final Bid Seen Dim as Tilden May Withdraw

At Southampton New York Aug 11 reports say Rene La Coste and Jacques Brugnon defaulted in doubles and William Tilden may withdraw from Meadow club invitation final plans. Tilden reached singles quarterfinals with a 6 1 6 0 over Yoshiro Ohta while La Coste defeated Julius Seligson 6 4 6 2 and faces Dr. Carl Fischer today.

Southampton N. Y U.P Rene la Coste William Tilden Meadow Club Tilden la Coste Jacques Brugnon Brugnon Carl Fischer

Prominent Figures and Sports Notes Stir Page Columns

The column blends opinions on movie stars and sport events. It mentions a British Open appearance by color clubs and hints at a broader sports harmony theme. Also notes Mr. Rickard facing a Chicago promoter and O Geofty’s daughter wanting to swim the English Channel. Flint Rhem urges union solidarity among hard working players.

Danford Boosts New Orleans In Pennant Chase

Dave Danford provides strong support for New Orleans as the team presses its race for the pennant this season, delivering key hits and steady defense to lift the club in crucial games.

Dave Danford New Orleans

Tunney Dempsey Title Fight Plans Intensify

Billy Gibson optimistic about a September 22 heavyweight title bout with Dempsey. Gibson in Chicago to arrange training sites and workouts for Tunney while Flynn presses for a 15 round title clash, seeking Illinois sanction. Dempsey trains in Illinois as Tunney plans early setup in the loop area.

New York Aug U.P Jack Dempsey Gene Tunney Leo P. Flynn Dempsey Flynn Illinois Boxing Commission Finois Chicago U.R Billy Gibson Tunney Gibson Philadelphia Speculator Los Angeles Illinois

Cubs Idle But Gain On Pirates After Giants Win

In a day of scattered results, the Chicago Cubs gained a half game on the Pirates as Pittsburgh lost to the Giants. New York's rout of Washington featured Ruth’s clutch single and a three run homer. Detroit edged St Louis in a pitching duel, while Furth ergill suffered an injury colliding with the outfield fence. Boston’s win streak halted by Philadelphia in the opener of a series, and the clubs split a twin bill with Herb Pruett and Bob Smith pitching well.

Chicago Cubs Pittsburgh Pirates Giants Pirates New Yorkers Babe Ruth New York Yankee Washington Ruth Boston Red Sox Philadelphia Boston Braves Phillies Herb Pruet Bob Smith

Baseball Scores From Yesterday's Games

National League results include New York 8 over Pittsburgh 3 8 Philadelphia 6 over Boston 0. American League shows New York 4 over Washington 8 and Philadelphia 12 over Boston 2. Detroit 2 over St Louis 1. American Association games feature Toledo 7 over Milwaukee 3 and Minneapolis 11 over Indian 5.

New York Pittsburgh Philadelphia Boston Washington Detroit St. Louia American Associatio Toledo Milwaukee Louisville St. Paul Minneapolis Ww. L. Pet Chicago Cleveland St. Louis Sone L. Pet Toledo

Sisler's Future in Question as Browns Decide Roster

The article asks which team will acquire George Sisler from the St. Louis Browns as fall trades loom. Owner Phil Ball says only four current players will be kept, implying Sisler may be moved. Connie Mack had shown interest, but uncertain veteran luck may temper moves across the majors.

George Sisler St. Louis Browns Phil Ball Sister Connie Mack St. Louis

Paulino Has Best Chance In Bout With Delaney

Henry L. Farrell notes Pauline Uzcudun appears the stronger contender vs Jack Delaney in a pivotal match. Farrell cites Uzcudun’s size endurance and resilience, vs Delaney's marginal chances as the underdog. The writer predicts a Paulino win influencing a future light heavyweight championship shot.

New York Pauline Uzcudun Jack Delaney Paulino Delaney Ttl Pauline Dees

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