Hammy Oldfield Powers Post Office Victory in Marathon Game
Hammy Oldfield drives a dramatic 11 to 4 win for the Post Office team, belting a three base hit and key hits amid a chaotic field. Sweeney struck out ten for Jewitt Boden, while Oldfield and Morgan starred for the losers, with errors tallying for multiple players as the inning-by-inning confusion produced a high scoring municipal diamond clash.
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American boxers weigh in fit for Olympic meet
Paris July 15 At 6 10 this morning the American boxers weighed in at the motor drome all making weight and many were under by a half pound. Thirty nine nations entered with 211 contestants and strong rivals from Britain Canada and Denmark expected. Our team is in good condition.
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Spike Webb
Paris
Kansas Eliminated From Champ Dispute
Rocky Kansas of Buffalo is eliminated as a contender for Bennynard's lightweight crown after an eleventh round knockout by a tired South American fighter. The finish was unexpected as Kansas had appeared ahead before the swift decisive blow.
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Buffalo
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Kansas
Yesterday's Results in Baseball Standings and Scores
In the American Association Columbus defeated Kansas City 8 to 6 while St. Paul beat Indianapolis 6 to 1. Minneapolis overwhelmed Louisville 11 to 4 and Toledo won 2 to 2. National League New York beat Chicago 7 to 0 and Philadelphia defeated Pittsburgh 8 to 3. St. Louis shut out Brooklyn 12 to 0 while Boston and Cincinnati had rain. American League Washington defeated Cleveland 12 to 5, Detroit won in 10 innings 4 to, Chicago beat St. Louis 7 to 2, and St. Louis edged New York 9 to 4.
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Sports matchups listed for multiple city teams
A roster of intercity games shows Columbus versus Kansas City Totedo versus Milwaukee Indianapolis versus St. Paul Loutaville versus Minneapolis St Louis versus New York Cleveland versus Washington Detroit versus Philadelphia Chicago versus Boston Brooklyn versus St Louis Boston versus Cincinnati New York versus Chicago Philadelphia versus Pittsburgh.
Home Run Totals On National and American Leagues
The record lists home run totals for players by club. Ruth of New York leads with 226, Williams and Jacobson of St. Louis follow with 116 and 112 respectively, while Mengel and Dugan of New York sit at 15 and 1. Kelly and Snyder of New York have 113 and 14. Torpercer of St. Louis has 11. Totals show National 254 and American 222.
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New York
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St. Louis
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Mengel
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Kelly
Snyder
Torpercer
National
Winsor Sees McCann as Prospective Heavyweight Hope
Los Angeles July 15 Fred Winsor former Dempsey manager says North Dakota youth Jack McCann a 20 year old six foot 150 pound Irish descendant has real potential as a heavyweight. McCann has won three coast bouts including a win over Al Hoag and could meet top heavies within two years. Winsor recounted a dressing room fight with Dempsey in San Francisco and praised McCann's resemblance to the champion.
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Jack Dempsey
Pacific Coast
Dempsey
Jack McCann
North Dakota
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al Hoag
Floyd Johnson
California
Jack Kearns
Dreamland Arena
San Francisco
Yank swimmers win two heats in Olympic trials
Paris July 15 American swimmers dominated the Olympic contests as two U S representatives won heats in the 200 meter breaststroke. Bob Skelton of Chicago led Henning of Sweden in two minutes 56 seconds while William Kirchbaum of Honolulu clocked three minutes one second to beat Provaty of Czecho Slovakia. In water polo Sweden defeated Spain 9 to 0 and Czecho Slovakia beat Ireland 4 to 2.
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Chicago
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Sweden
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Honolulu
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Peckinpaugh’s Big Year Highlights Washington Shortstop
Roger Peckinpaugh of Washington has a standout defensive season making him one of the most valuable shortstops in the American League. His stellar play has driven the Nationals’ sensational performance as he covers more ground than ever before.
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Washington
Nationals
Peckinpaugh
Nehf Leads Southpaws Amid World Series Flair
Art Nehf of the New York Giants, after his World Series burst against the Yankees, is regarded by critics as a top southpaw in the National League. His performance has fooled skeptics and solidified his standing.
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New York Giants
Yankees
Tagging the Bases Tagging the Bases
The American League race tightened as the Senators beat the Indians while the Yankees and Browns split a double header, trimming New Yorks lead to one game. The Giants widened the NL gap by beating the Cubs, RuthBoosts season home run mark to 26 in the Browns game. Hack Wilson injures ankle, out for weeks. Pirates rally stalls as Erab pounded Kremer and Stone 8 to 8. Dodgers crushed by Cardinals. Athletics tie for ninth, beat Tigers in ten. White Sox gain as Red Sox fall 6 to 2.
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Lefty Wingard's Rookie Year Thrills for Browns
Rookie pitcher Lefty Wingard of the St. Louis Browns wins six straight starts to begin his rookie season, then hits a rough patch with five consecutive defeats. The hot start showcases his early promise amid a challenging stretch.
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St. Sbouls Browns
Americans Face Tough Olympic Tennis Tests in Paris
American stars move beyond easy wins with notable matchups in Paris. Francis Hunter meets Belgian J Washer as Helen Wills, Lattherwaite clashes loom. Vincent Richards faces M Sleem, Norris Williams vs Mack McEaner, Wasburn against Van Tennep. Doubles saw Richards and Hunter beat Willard Bayley 6 1 6 2 6 2. Tourraga brothers ousted by Condon Richardson. Manuel Alonzo defeats Robson 7 9 6 6 6 0 6 4.
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J. Washer
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M. Sleem
India
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Mack McEaner
Czecho
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Mutterland Weingrein
Sweden
Cattaruzza
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Manuel Alonzo
Robson
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Fight for Lorain Boxing Show Planned in Cleveland
Jerry Sachs, Cleveland promoter, plans a boxing show with 24 fighters donating services. All proceeds will go to the Lorain relief fund.
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Lorain’ Relief Fund
Jerry Sachs
Indians Shut Out by Washington in Weekday Loss
Washington beat Cleveland 12 to 0 for the third straight time. Judge homered and drove in five, while Washington’s Hawson Metevier Ogden and Dawson pitched in relief. Manager Harris faces an indefinite suspension after a Sunday altercation with Umpire Holmes.
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Cleveland
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Taylor
Senators
West Virginia Bans Deer Hunting This Year
The West Virginia state game and fish commission announced a deer hunting ban for the year citing only 13 deer killed in the last open season since 1917. The commission also shortened the squirrel season and closed streams through game preserves with a September 23 start and November 30 end.
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State Game and Fish Commission
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Boys Enter League for The Messenger Afternoon League
Several teams signifying entry to the Boy's Afternoon League. entries close Wednesday. Teams must send outfit and manager names to The Messenger sports editor. No location restrictions.
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