Yankees Clinch American Pennant With Twin Wins Over Cleveland
The New York Yankees secured the American League pennant with two 5 to 8 victories over Cleveland. Babe Ruth hit a homer in each game, bringing his season total to 52, as Miller Huggins’ club finished 17 games ahead of the Philadelphia Athletics. Ruth, Combs, Lazzeri and others contributed in a decisive clinching series.
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Two Die In Flat Fight In Chicago
Two people are reported dead after a fight in a Chicago flat. Officials say the incident appears violent but details are limited as investigators process the scene.
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British polo team again meets U S in Meadow Brook clash
Great Britain's rebuilt polo squad faces the American Big Four in the second international match at Meadow Brook club. If the British do not reverse the 13 to 3 loss from last week, they appear doomed. Lineups list Watson Webb Hitchcock Milburn for the United States and Richard George Dening Roark Atkinson for Britain.
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Second Round of Men’s National Tennis Championship
Forbest Hills N Y Sept 14 The second round of the Men’s National Tennis Championship proceeds with favorites in easier form than day one Rene LaCoste maintains his steady play while Jean Borotra shows vigorous movement but erratic singles Frank Hunter defeats Bud Chandler in straight sets and meets Gene Washer in today’s round.
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Booting Away Scull Returns to Penn Punting Duty
Penn announces Paul Scull, the standout punter from last season, is back on the job this season. He models his warm weather kicking gear while demonstrating to Coach Lou Young that he can boot the ball as far and accurately as before.
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Pirates Lead NL Race With Doubleheader Prospects
Baseball standings show Pittsburgh ahead after a doubleheader win over Boston yesterday. The Pirates aim to extend their lead over New York as Chicago and St Louis suffer setbacks. Cubs labeled dark horse in pennant race. Agame-by-game recap notes Phillies over Reds 5 to 3 and Giants, Dodgers, and White Sox losses affecting the standings.
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Yankees Lead as 7 to 5 World Series Favorites
New York Yankees, American League champions for the fifth time in seven years, were listed as 7 to 5 favorites to win the World Series by Wall Street betting commissioners. Despite a strong run, veterans questioned the teams chance given past results, noting the Yanks have won only one World Series in the last four appearances.
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Yesterday's Results in National League Baseball
Yesterday's NL results show New York a 12 to 2 loss and St Louis winning 6 to 5. The games highlighted contrasting outcomes with strong offensive performances and tight pitching in St Louis.
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Baseball Scores and Schedule Across Leagues
MLB scores show Brooklyn and Chicago posting wins and losses with Cincinnati and Philadelphia mixed results. American League highlights New York and Cleveland clashing as Boston and St Louis split. Association play lists Minneapolis and Kansas City in tight games. Today’s slate features two games apiece for several matchups and several cross league clashes. Columbia University’s football captain spent the summer on a concrete mixer, a curious detail amid the sports notes.
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Tunney Seeks New Trainer as Heat Burdens Camp
Gene Tunney has placed himself under trainer Gordon Kelly at Cedar Crest Country Club. For three days neither trainer Lou Fink nor manager Billy Gibson has seen the champ eight days before his heavyweight title defense. Tunney calls the Cedar Crest heat oppressive and plans workouts with sparring partners tomorrow.
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Who Will Succeed McInnis as Nationals Pilot
Curiosity grows over who will replace Stuffy McInnis as manager of the Philadelphia Nationals. The Prince of Wales will attend the big fight in Moghn Oh, prompting Lee Flynn to practice falls to gain recognition.
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