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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1924
Page
7
Cincinnati Reds exploded for nine runs in the fourth inning to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10 to 4 in the opening game of the series. Reds pounded 18 hits while Philadelphias bats were held to ten. Pitching notes and game details follow with managers umpires and time.
J M Doran of the Industrial Alcohol and Chemical Division notes autos drive growing demand for industrial alcohol. He cites anti freeze for radiators and dehydrated alcohol via continuous distillation as key advances, with abundant cellulose and sugar as future raw materials. Ethyl alcohol links to engine efficiency through tetraethyl lead as an antidetonator.
Lorain County Council of Churches and county church councils adopt a resolution urging the State Welfare Department be taken out of politics. They call for better consideration of the inmates of institutions in policy discussions.
National League results include Chicago 3 New York 1 Brooklyn 4 Pittsburg 1 Cincinnati 19 Philadelphia 4 Boston 12 St Louis 7. American League games show St Louis 6 New York 8 Detroit 11 Philadelphia 10 in 12 innings Boston 3 Chicago 1 Cleveland 3 Washington 0.
In betting strategy, sharp minds seek valuation amid bribes and unpredictable odds. A few expert bettors claim steady dividends by scrutinizing horses, jockeys, and track conditions rather than chasing luck.
The article explains that muscular fatigue stems from waste buildup in muscle cells and that massage, by increasing circulation, accelerates removal of fatigue poisons. It notes two fatigue types nervous exhaustion and waste buildup, claims massage aids recovery faster than sleep, and recommends hot baths plus massage after strenuous effort.
At Yankee Stadium on June 7, Jeroy T. Brown cleared six feet six and a half, setting an Olympic high jump record. Jackson Scholz ran 100 meters in 10.5 seconds to another Olympic mark. Larry Brown clocked 1 53 5-10 in the 800m, an American record, as Pat McDonald won the shot put and Norton led the 490m hurdles. About 15,000 spectators watched. The top four finishers in each event advance to Boston for final tryouts.
Ohio hotel association launches a protective bureau with Bertillon records photographs and fingerprints to spot professional crooks. A central Columbus office coordinates warnings to member hotels as detectives review guest files and flag suspicious visitors. A salesman like swindler may use a female accomplice to gain trust and steal from rooms.
Frank Bornhofer of Tabasco Ohio displays a helmet made from living bees from his 200 plus colonies. He demonstrates the bees do not sting him while wearing the helmet, proving the claim.
A well dressed man about 50 was found dead in the yard of the abandoned Trinity Church eight miles west of Norwalk. Authorities cannot determine cause of death or identify the man.
Benny Leonard’s manager uses cold towel massage on his champion’s feet to prepare him for the fight. The method is described as unnecessary for other battlers, who reportedly get cold feet when entering the ring.
Questions ask about base runner rights on infield fly plays and return to first base. Answers state a runner may advance on an infield fly, and once crossing first base and attempting to go to second, loses the right to return to first. A runner may turn to third in either fair or foul territory if not attempting to advance to second.
The Fast End team, city league pennant winners for the first half, were honored at a banquet hosted by the West End and Central teams at the Y M C A. About 25 attendees heard Dr Renwick W Martin of the National Reform association as the principal speaker. The second half begins Tuesday with Centralities facing Easterners.
A veteran catcher disrupts a star batter's plan to unsettle a rookie pitcher in a late ninth inning confrontation. The catcher evokes time and steadies the pitcher, turning the moment and altering the outcome as the rookie secures the decisive strikeout and victory.
Sergeant Lester Mayle, an Indian soldier, earned a place on the American boxing squad for Paris Olympics. The heavyweight contender showed fine form at Boston tryouts, though he lost in the finals.
Danny Murphy, famed AL analyst, calls Jack Quinn of the Boston Red Sox the league’s big mystery. The veteran pitcher uses a curve, fastball, and spitball with a unique delivery, confusing Murphy who relies on signs to read opponents.
Ohio, hosting the Republican national convention, is noted to have temporarily relinquished its old title as Mother of Presidents while its own candidates circulate. The piece points out the conflict between hosting duties and national prominence.
Page Organ Company announces a new modern manufacturing plant in Lima at a cost of $500,000. President H. P. Maus says current Defiance plant no longer meets production needs due to growing business volume.
D M Cash reports southern mills will buy a large share of Ohio wheat directly from elevators next season after a two week tour of southern territory. He visited mills to expand grain outlet for Ohio farmers through the federation. Boxing notes mention Harry Wills facing pressure and authorities blocking a bout in New York as wagers and sport interest rise.
Cleveland defeats Washington 3 to 0 in the first game as Zachary and Shaute hold the Senators to three hits. Jamieson and J. Sewell spark offense for Cleveland with timely hits and solid defense supporting a shutout win.
A collage of casual observations on teams and players. Mentions Connie Mack spending money to strengthen a club, the Red Sox relying on discarded players, Leo Foht and Leo Durocher era figures, the Wills Madden fight, Babe Ruth in the National Guard, and Derby performances. A snapshot of early 20th century sports chatter.
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