Nationals Preview in Smoky City Ahead of Series Opener
Washington advances on Pittsburgh as Bucky Harris prepares Nats for unfamiliar PNC Park turf. Harris heals his finger, Coveleskie and Peckingpaugh recover, while Walter Johnson is slated to start the opener with Ray Kremer or Vic Aldridge to follow in Pittsburgh.
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Ray Kremer
Stanley Coveleskie
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Tagging the Bases: Phillies Rise as Cubs Falter in Season Opener
The Phillies move up from last place after a rainout, while the Cubs stumble in the opener. Brooke drives in runs for the Cards in a 7 to 5 win. The Tigers sweep the Browns 10 to 4 and 11 to 6, and the Pirates edge the Reds 4 to 2 before Donahue dominates the second game.
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Reds
Pete Donahue
Glouster Narrowly Falls to Parkersburg 3 1
A fragment reports Glouster vs Parkersburg with Parkersburg winning 3 to 1. The text notes a tied game until the seventh inning when Glouster's late push failed, Parkersburg adding a late score in the final half.
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Ty Edding
Unclear Action Put to Test in Yale Drug Debate
Text fragment notes uncertainty over whether a forthcoming action will ease Yale's drug-related challenges, with no further details on involved parties or dates.
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Yale
Heilmann Regains American Batting Crown in Final Doubleheader
New York reports Henry Heilmann surged to a .393 batting average to reclaim the American league batting title after a final doubleheader against the Tigers. He topped Tris Speaker by forty seven points as Rogers Hornsby led the National League with a .498 mark, completing his sixth straight batting title. Ty Cobb and Jesse Burkett also finished among the top hitters.
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Latonia Crown for King Nadi in Latonia Championship Stakes
Latonia Ky October 3 King Nadi ridden by Percy won the Latonia championship stakes earning 323 to his owner in a trainer’s first race. Nadi finished the one and three quarter mile course in 3 06 25 as thousands watched the event. Supremus and others followed in the field with Von Seehatie and BF Ota Sit among the minor placers.
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Milligan Dominates in Queensboro Bout Shielding Punches
Tommy Milligan controls the match at Queensboro Stadium as Morris Schlaifer tastily endures a ten round decision. The Briton displays cautious power and leaves in doubt who challenges him next for the middleweight and welterweight supremacy in Europe.
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Pirates and Senators Face Openers in World Series Odds
The piece discusses the World Series opener between the Pirates and Senators with Walter Johnson expected to start for Washington and the betting odds shifting based on the first game outcome. It notes gamblers’ strategies and the historical tendency for the team losing the opener to often drop the series.
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World Series Outfield Showdown With Sam Rice Edge
Veteran Sam Rice of Washington commands right field with speed and .300 averages over a decade, edging rivals Max Carey of Pittsburgh and Barnhart as the Pirates juggle right field duties. Rice’s defense and bunting help drive Washington’s World Series pedigree, dating to the 1924 title.
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Washington Club
Miss Fordyce One Of Four Still In Contest
St Louis Oct 1 four surviving contestants in the Women's National Golf Tournament entered semi finals. Louise Fordyce of Youngstown Ohio the present Ohio State champion eliminated Mrs F C Letts 7 6. Fraser the Canadian entrant and medalist faced Fordyce as her next rival while Glenna Collett faced Edith Cummings in another key pairing.
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F. C. Letts
Chicago
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Canada
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Alexia Stirling Fraser
Glenna Collett
Providence
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Niblicks
Edith Cummings
Noteworthy golf round with a cow-in-one remark
The eminent motorist Mr. Robert Hughes joked after finishing a round of golf that he had achieved something noteworthy by shooting a cow in one at the third hole.
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Hughes
Pittsburgh Seeks World Series Victory Echo in City Hype
DAVIS Jd. WALSH reports Pittsburgh braces for the World Series as locals predict Pirates victory will set a tone for the entire matchup. The piece notes the city’s baseball fever, media frenzy, and the contrast with Washington’s prior series hysteria, while highlighting Pittsburgh’s long absence from the big show.
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Pirates
Injuries Will Keep Hunt Off Of O. S. U. Lineup
Ohio State University reports star halfback Bill Hunt is healing after a broken bone in his left leg suffered in the Ohio State vs Ohio Wesleyan game. He is not expected to play again this season.
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Pop Athens Says on Judge Landis and Baseball Scandal
The alleged Southern League scandal occupied Judge Landis and produced no result. Players involved should apologize to the judge for taking him from his golf. The Pittsburgh player with spectacles is not unusual, and neither would a gas mask be.
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Pittsburgh
Editor offers no amateur status for magazine series
Bobby Jones declined twelve thousand dollars for a series of magazine articles. The editor states there is no amateur standing to consider and confirms the magazine is still interested.
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Phi Beta Kappa Key Given To Helen Wills
A year ago experts praised Big Mum and Helen Wills received a Phi Beta Kappa key. Mr O Geofty warned the young woman that late nights would not help her future.
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Local Sports Roundup Highlights Wrestling Meets
Brief notes recap recent wrestling results and standings from area events. Key matchups include local clubs competing for team notes, with standout performances by listed athletes.
Howe Motors triumph with aerial assault over Glouster Legion
Howe Motors defeats Glouster American Legion 13 to 0 on the West Side A. C. gridiron. Bobby Herrold and Joe Schwartz connected on a 30 yard pass for a second quarter touchdown. R Herrold added the extra point. The Howe line and receivers stepped up as the defense held firm throughout, with Herrold and teammates delivering the key plays.
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National League Scores Weathered by Rain Delays
Pittsburgh defeated Cincinnati 4 to 2 with runs by Sncness and Rheard. Louis b o tied 10 to 1 as Cleveland led Philadelphia before rain halted play.
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Lafayette Upsets Pittsburg 20 to 9 on Road
In Pittsburg on October 8 Lafayette defeated the University of Pittsburg 20 to 9 after trailing 9 to 0. Pittsburg’s points came from Gustafson’s field goals while Lafayette clinched the win with a sharp aerial attack producing all three touchdowns.
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Pirates Hope Big Season With Veteran Help
The Pirates add Stuffy McInnis and Rube Oldham to bolster the lineup and pitching. Newcomers Roy Spencer Gooch and RESCO Thompson step in from minor leagues to fit behind the bat and at infield. Veteran O'Geoffy notes beauty standard. Judge remains Washington’s steady first baseman in 191.
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