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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1925
Page
10
The Studebakers defeated the Eagles 3 0 in a pitching duel with Don Paden delivering a game altering triple in the sixth. Darst earned the win, LaCroix took the loss as Studebakers move into second in Twilight League standings behind Hewit-Boden.
The article notes LaCroix of the Eagles as a versatile player who performed well in the short field. Hawkins, a left handed pitcher, is slated to start for the Ray-Glas against the Studebakers Saturday at 2 30 o clock. Bill Hughes has yet to name his pitching choice.
Tonight the Knights of Pythias meet the Cigars in a likely tight game with strengthened lineups on display. Fans expect a competitive matchup as both squads seek momentum.
The Eagles’ infield executed two double plays yesterday and added two more in the game against the Knights of Pythias last week, marking strong defensive chemistry for the Twilight club.
Ben Covert directed the tournament with all arrangements in his hands and earned compliments from Marietta club members for the smooth execution of the event.
Francis J. Cook of Cleveland was unanimously reelected Department Commander of Ohio for the Veterans of Foreign Wars for a third term at a Canton encampment. He served in World War I with the 6th Engineers Gas and Flame Regiment and as secretary of the AEF Gas School, later earning LL B and LL M from Ohio Northern University.
Pete Samento who outpointed Charley Rosenberg last night has been signed to meet Benny Base in a ten round Olympic boxing show bout on July 20. Promoter Matt Hinkel announced today.
The roundup lists multiple baseball results: St. Paul defeats Columbus twice 5–4 and 9–7. Minneapolis beats Toledo 4–2 and 7–2. Kansas City over Indianapolis 8–6 and 2–1 in 10 innings. Louisville over Milwaukee 6–3 in 10. National League games include Cincinnati 6–3 Philadelphia, Pittsburgh 12–3 New York 7–5. St Louis 5 Boston 1. Brooklyn 4 Chicago 2. American League shows Detroit 5 Boston 2. Washington 8 Chicago 5 in 10. Cleveland 14 Philadelphia 11. New York at St. Louis with rain delays.
Columbus vs St. Paul and Toledo vs Minneapolis headline a slate with Indianapolis at Kansas City Louisville at Milwaukee St. Louis vs Philadelphia Chicero vs Brooklyn Cincinnati at Boston Pittsburgh at New York New York vs St. Louis two games Boston at Detroit Philadelphia at Cleveland Washington at Chicago.
North Randall July 1 Geers 2:96 trek headlines the Grand Circuit card with six other events. Flyde the Great ridden by Murphy draws the pole in the feature trot while St Roberts bets at 12 to 1 after strong Ohio showings. Crawford tops Tavern Stake favorite while Clara Dillon proves form in the 2:10 class with a world record for three quarters set by Kentucky Jay.
Four players advance in the Ohio Women’s Golf tournament at Dayton. Mrs. George Hedges of Scioto CC Columbus faces Miss Martha Kinsey of Mount Lookout Cincinnati, while Mrs. D T Cowan of Westwood CC Cleveland plays Mrs. George Greenhalgh of Toledo CC in the semifinals. Final rounds set for Saturday morning in rain soaked conditions after a driving contest won by Hedges.
Kelly's seventh inning homer gave the Giants an even break with the Pirates after early damage to Scott McQuillan and Bentley in the first game. Scores 12 to 3 and 7 to 5. The Giants trailed by one game to the Pirates' rear. The Senators tied in the ninth and won in the eleventh as White Sox scored via difficult angles.
Haines chased the Braves as the Cardinals powered to a 5 to 1 victory giving them a split of the series.
Vance earned his sixth consecutive win as he outpitched adversary Alexander and allowed a homer to the Cubs batter. The Dodgers defeated the Cubs 4 to 2.
In a rain soaked game the Indians overcame an early deficit and beat the Athletics 13 to 11 after scoring six runs in the seventh inning against Uhle and Shaute.
The Phils lost the opener to Benton May and the Reds 6 to 3. In the second game a brawl broke out as May tried to return, and Philadelphia won 18 to 11.
Leonard secured his fifth consecutive win guiding the Tigers to a 5–2 victory over the Red Sox. The Tigers ran up the score with key hits and solid pitching to extend their win streak to three games.
The article credits Lefty Groves as leading the American League in strikeouts with over 60 by midseason. It notes Dazzy Vance leading the National League with nearly 190 whiffs, comparing the two as likely to spearhead their leagues in the pitching art this season.
The column jokes about Dempsey and Kearns splitting a big ovation, notes the Pittsburgh Pirates troublesome season for Mr. McGraw, and mocks boxing culture with jests about Cobb Greb Caldwell and jazzmania. It mentions Owen Carroll as a top college pitcher with no college teams in the American League.
New York July 10 Indications show Dempsey will return to America next week backed by Kearns and a promoter group ready to furnish an opponent. Tex Rickard and Paddy Mullins discussed a Dempsey Wills bout in executive session lasting about an hour.
The Eagles and Coaches produced three errors in yesterday's league contest as fielding in the league shows general improvement.
In ten weeks the Macks faced Fohl's Red Sox 15 times, winning 11 games. The 11 4 advantage marks the largest lead by one club over another in either major league circuit.
Reds split a July 9 doubleheader in Philadelphia. Cincinnati won game one 6 to 3 with Benton and Carlson delivering strong early innings before tiring. In game two the Reds fell 11 to 8 after a five-run first inning by Philadelphia, though Cincinnati rallied for four in the ninth.
Cleveland collapses in the seventh inning as Philadelphia scores six runs to erase a 7 5 deficit. Despite a later scorer's ruling confirming seventh inning legality, the Indians fall 13 to 5, dropping to sixth place behind the Yankees.
Cincinnati reports forty more horses arriving at Coney Island bringing total near six hundred. Racing secretary Martin Nathanson faces the challenge of shaping cards to satisfy fans while officials note low enthusiasm. Difficult access and poor track condition from recent cloudbursts hinder entries, with more horses hoped if the track speeds up.
An article stresses that beginners should learn proper golf technique before playing. It argues instruction improves results, outlines the importance of club at right angles to the flight line, controlled backswing, rhythm, balance, and timing for a winning swing. It emphasizes visualizing line of flight and practicing with correct face alignment.
New York July 9 Pirates appear stronger than the Giants at the Polo Grounds. Analysts praise Pittsburgh pitching depth Yde Morrison Kremer Adams Meadows Aldrich and hitting edge with infield Traynor Wright Moore and Grantham or McInnis. Giants juggling lineup leaves McGraw’s defense unsettled with Kelly Frisch and Terry in spots.
Dutch Ruether, ex National League hurler now with Washington, has shown strong pitching this season and notable hitting runs. His timely clouts pair with Walter Johnson’s mound work, forming a dangerous combination in the Washington lineup.
Lee Meadows of the Pirates sports a strong campaign with 19 wins in 13 starts. His pitching has fueled the McKechnie team's late surge, contributing to their recent excellent showings on the field.
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