Walsh Says How National League Clubs Will Finish in October
Columnist Davis J. Walsh ranks the National League teams by expected finish, led by the Giants with strong pitching and outfield, while McGraw’s club is favored for a fifth pennant. Pittsburgh, Chicago, Cincinnati and Brooklyn are seen as contenders with limited improvements, and Dodgers and Cardinals face aging rosters and pitching questions. The Braves and Phillies are viewed as building for the future, with Philadelphia expected to fall behind.
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Nurmi Collapse Tests US Training Methods Debate
New York observers cite Paavo Nurmi's 6,000 metre collapse at Knights of Columbus games to challenge American training lore. The piece notes Nurmi's varied diet, including veal and coffee, and contrasts him with US methods and the forgiving tolerance of other stars like Mel Sheppard who ate freely before races.
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Earl H. Shedly First Baseman Born Bushnell Ill 1895
Earl H Shedly a first baseman from Bushnell Illinois born February 3 1895 joined the Chicago White Sox in 1921 after being obtained from Salt Lake in the Pacific Coast League in exchange for Jourdan Lynn and 15000 dollars. He hit .226 in 1924 and played in every game in 1923.
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Glouster Legion Baseball Team Plans Fast Debut
Glouster March 26 Old Sol to witness first practice of the Glouster American Legion nine. Roster includes Leo White, Sam Withem, Jefty Webb, Harold Hawk, Ike McDaniels, George Rasp, Mickey Ginnan, Steve Moinan, Herman HMaricks, Hip Corbin, Harry Rasp, Dick Skinner. Field graded by Fred Hawk, aims to be top in the valley. Managers and clubs urged to arrange games with A Weinberg, Glouster.
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Ohio Relays Set for April 10 in Columbus Stadium
Major John L. Griffith will referee the second annual Ohio Relays at Ohio Stadium. Officials seek top competition with interest boosted by international champions and the Nurmi Ritola visit. Ohio State eyes Nurmi appearance and a possible special race pitting him against Western Conference distance stars.
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Evans Swaps Yar ns With Old Timers Down South
Clearwater dispatch recounts Billy Evans sharing memories with Jack Bentley and Joe Cantillon in Plant City Florida during a Giants-Indians spring game. anecdotes recall Cantillon’s sharp wit and a 25 year old Chicago pass gate ruse before Cantillon joins the White Sox front office.
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