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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1909

Page

5

Crackers Triumph In Triple Steal Showing At Ponce de Leon Park

The Crackers defeated the Brooklyn Dodgers 6 to 4 in a three game series opener at Ponce de Leon Park led by Moran on third Rohn on first and Newton scoring on a triple steal. Tightly bunched scoring saw Bayless Jordan and McMurray contribute multi hit performances while Pastorious and Jordan starred for Brooklyn in a high tempo affair. Base running and timely hitting produced the first inning triple steal and a streak of runs across the middle frames.

Brooklyn Trolley Dodgers Harry Lumsey Atlanta Crackers Ponce de Léon Park Nino Bella Dodgers Seco Moran Rohn Bona Newton Bayless Yordan McMurray Fisher Jordan Acrope Walker Baeeu Smith Sccredit Maret Sebring Henn Tim Jordy Dunn Pastorious Tim Jordan Brooklyn Burch T. Jordan MeeElveen Urampell Pastorigus Hanter Robn Jewton Boorse Broomlyn COE Gox T. Jorisa Pastorione McMillan Alpermen Jorden Rastorious Hunter & Johns Mtruck Johns Hunter Danes Oo Dalle Huntic Jonna O Jorden Roha Hayles Euston Horner

Straws and Spring Styles Highlight Hussey 23 Percent

A fragmented note notes spring styles and Hussey at twenty three percent. It references Panamaes and straw items with soft hate cleaned wording, capturing a retail or catalog notice vibe from an era advertisement.

Comiskey Offers Ace Jones Record Contract

President Charles Comiskey of the Chicago White Sox has offered ace Jones a salary stated as the largest yet paid to any private player, with a move to Portland and full-time focus on lumber interests. Wagner is out. Jones is expected to join the club on arrival. The deal calls for 312,008 dollars, about 2,000 more than last year and 4,000 more than 1907.

Charles Comiskey Chicago American League Acer Jones Prowhiates Wannee Seaman Tome Jones Portland Ore Tram Ord ‘Wagner Holdcouts Boratog Bia

Oakland Race Day Outsiders Spark Silk and Slick Wins

At Emeryville California Yanke Daughter among outsiders wins a several races led by Pretend in another. Tolbox and Hush Money falter as Fira Tanaway injures chances before the six race card with results from first to sixth races and Oakland entries listing new purses and entrants.

Peakland Cal Emeryville Tolbox Fira Tanaway Littis Sin Haplin Deverich Birth Wileb Otago Hoyle Rosevale Musart Dance Fredonia Devieer Clark Grothe Grows Napa Nick McBride Oda How Harry Grothe Dewald E Badia Graney Wartere Basil Wire Hiviick Soortley Ed Davis Kirchhboom Ban Posal Sentry Rosslare Smiley Metener Yekime Belle Bouquet Mabs! Hollander Wap Exkersalt Upton Borel St. Avon el Picaro Moerigh King ErDot Woglen Steal Ren Fentamic Buxton Hish Gun Coburn Tagates Cotton A. Muskoday Coppers Mattie Mack Elevation Jacomo Henry Lady Aleta Weiling Tony Faust Deairous Glass Mentry Silver Madman Prince Gal Strike Out Workbor John YH Rheehax

Ambiguous fragment hints at Panamanian straw products and Acme materials

A fragmented OCR snippet mentions Panamae straws and soft and stiff felt with references to cleaned sud reshaped boc and Acme fatiers. No identifiable event or clear entities beyond generic product terms.

Veazey Arrives from Jackson for Carle Smith Deal

Pitcher Veazey reported after being obtained from Jackson in payment for Carle Smith and will likely be farmed to Shreveport. The Barons defeated Birmingham College 16 to 0 this afternoon and head to a game against the University of Alabama.

Veasey Birmingham Ale Veazey Jackson Carle Smith Shreveport Barons Birmingham College Nnne University of Alabama

Crackers to Face Chattanooga Nine This Friday and Saturday

The Crackers travel to meet Chattanooga on Friday and Saturday in a Southern League tune up. The visitors, dominated by Southern Leaguers, have kept close scores with the big league club, heightening local determination to prove the Crackers are improving and capable of a win.

Johony Dobbe Chettanooga Hammer Dobbs

Ladies season tickets go on sale at baseball park

Tickets for the ladies season at the baseball park will be ready to buy Thursday at the usual places. They cost one dollar and allow entry to each game in the season, with Tuesday and holiday days treated as welcome. Last season nearly 3,000 tickets were sold to Atlanta ladies, and even more are expected this year.

Atlante Jim

Mercer Plays Tech Friday and Saturday

Mercer University nine from Macon visits Tech for a two game series. Both teams aim to improve after earlier results with Mercer seeking a stronger start and Tech hoping to refine pitching by Mayer and Robert while Richmond and Gray for the Bantists.

Mercer TECH Yellow Jackets Mercer University Macon Auburn Baptists Jecketa Burey Fateh Tellow Jackets Baturny Vaendérbitt Ceriea Mayer Robert Jeckete Richmarde Gray Bantiste

Prof John B Roche in City for Few Days

Prof John B Roche a health promoter and former trainer of the New York Americans at Macon Georgia says he will stay in the city for a while. He reports the Highlanders are in good shape except Chass who is ailing. Bank teller Pensitt sentenced for embezzlement and misapplication of funds at National Bank. $1,000 for a Twirler is noted in an unsigned item. Montgomery special notes managers offering prize money for West Southern League, with season timing adjustments. Phillies beat Athletics in early results.

John B. Roche Macon Timo Atenta Shane Chass Montgomery Ala Menager Greywinger West Southern League Company Thomas

Chinn’s Kentucky Derby Aces Santa Anita Meet

At Santa Anita in Los Angeles Kentucky bred P. T. Chinn rode Pretension Golden Butterfly and Prometheus to victory in successive races. Jockey Preston rode all three winners, with Prometheus earning its win on a strong finish. The program featured five races with detailed placings and times for each event, marking a dominant showing by Chinn and his mountings.

Los Angeles Cal P. T. Chinn Santa Anita Golden Butterfly Prome- Shell Chinn Preston Ade Prometheus Pedro Frank Wuttner Serond Lavive Sunmarii Fevan Tarlonga Grecton Wensie Dondo Musgrave Vala Howard Hannibal Bey Josie B Geats Ferry Korosilany Bua Barney Oldfield Archibald Biskra Rusel Star Thistle Banil Duks Bridge Water Lucky Lad Maid of Gotham Desran Over Wen Frank Flittner Lavine Rettig Preston Patma Chippewa Muscrave Ben Wiltwood Hampers Curtholland Ning Mad- Ming Hann Elizaeth Hermon Marchesst Fundamental Sumposst Gerrymander Chilla Proca Mauretenin Hociek Bispdale Madeline Wugrave van Shventh Mall Zan Sandsiver Crucaly Seo Smaredy Shiver Lins Ieolesey Albert Sterres

Georgia to Meet Old-Time Rivals in Athens Series

Georgia will host Alabama Polytechnic Institute in a three game series this Friday and Saturday here. A doubleheader is scheduled for Saturday and both teams treat the matchup as a serious, blood rivalry with high stakes.

Athens University of Georgia Alabama Polytechnic Institute Tosebell Olf Tims Talorest

Griffin Joins Augusta Team After Fort Worth Season

The big right-hander Griffin from the Texas League has reported to Augusta. Manager Smith gave him a try-out before sending him to Augusta for seasoning. Griffin won 23 of 32 decisions last season with Fort Worth and could back Castro. He is expected to pitch against his former teammate when Augusta visits next week.

Griffin Augusta Smith Fort Worth Castro

Chase ill at Augusta hal Chase cannot join team

Augusta reports Hal Chase first baseman of the New York Americans will miss several weeks with a stubborn stomach trouble. He will be absent from the opening league game while receiving treatment.

Chase Augusta New York Ravicea Hal Chase

PLAYERS MUST PLAY FIGHTING FADES IN NEW ORLEANS

In New Orleans on April 6 Recorder Fogarty discharged Charles Dexter of the New Orleans baseball club and Grover Land of the Cleveland Americans after a fist fight at Pelican Park during a game between the local team and Cleveland. He warned players to play and not fight and vowed to enforce the law against any repeat incidents.

New Orleans Recorder Fogarty Charles Dexter New Orleans Baseball Club Grover Land Cleveland Americans Pelican Park Cleveland

Dates Announced for Summer Races on Metropolitan Tracks

The Jockey Club Stewards announced the summer race dates for metropolitan tracks. Five descents approved cover May to August, with Westchester May 13 to June 2, Brooklyn June 3 to 28, Coney Island June 24 to July 13, Empire City July 14 to July 31, and Saratoga August 2 to August 25. Autumn meetings remain unscheduled, dependent on summer success.

New York Jockey Club Amguet St Leaet

Frame up charge haunts Al in ring plans clash

J J Jarvis accuses Al of planning a frame up for a public scrap with Young Hugo on April 26 at Ansalas ring. Jarvis says he canceled the bout when he learned it would not be square. He seeks two square men to replace on the 26th.

Stia al Neon J. J. Jarvis Hugo Jarvis Jervis Ansalas

Marist and Peacock Prep Teams Tilt After Narrow First Win

Marist College hosts the second round with the Pascock School team. Peacock seeks a close run after a loss in their opener. Dick Gray's squad vows strong effort as prep school games continue with Da tain Dick Gray guiding Peacock toward a tougher test.

Igates Marit College Pascock Marist College Peacock Marist Datain Dick Gray Donald Fraser

Jacksonville Race Day Heats Up With Favorite Wins

In Jacksonville Florida on a race-filled day Chief Hayes led betting as the top fan favorite in a crowded program at Mion cele park. Jack McKeon delivered a series of breeders’ pure races while Font and other contenders battled for position in five furlong sprints and longer heats.

Jacksonville Fla Chief Hayes Mion~cele Park Hayes Font Jack McHkeon Robin Gray John A. Munro Latte Ancomb Hille Eustaclan Chuniermand Maond Madison Jack McKeon Grace Georg Cain Seth Rach Flarney

Clemson Wins Again in Fresh Inning Thrillers

Clemson defeated Dablonega in a lively afternoon game by 18 to 4 as Clemson surged in the third inning, rapped twenty hits, and committed six errors. Newh bmt! and Waldrop starred on the mound with eleven and Moore contributing key plays amid a chaotic sequence of events. Jack London plans to sell the Snark in Sydney before circumnavigating to San Francisco. Boys' Club seeks games with Boston and Cincinnati units.

Clemson Clemson Colles Dablonega Coward Ped Wately Dajouege Waldrop Moore Kirby Name Boston Cincinnati Tony

Boys Club Triumphs Over Wesley House in Thrilling Game

In a close contest the Boys Club beat Wesley House Athletic Club by 15 to 9 after a strong first half by the visitors. Dave Clayton starred for Wesley House with most goals, while John Hayes and Caburn Bouthalt led the Boys Club scoring in a spirited second half.

Wesley House Athletic Club Dave Clayton Wesley House John Hayes Caburn Bouthalt Hoye’ Club Wesley Howse Boye Aest

Baseball Results Mixed From Several Leagues Across The Nation

Baseball results from Augusta Savannah Charlotte Roanoke Wheeling Spartanburg and more show varied scores in American Association National League and Carolina circuits. Notable games include Little Rock St Paul and Washington Cornell with several college and university matchups noted.

Augusta New York Savannah Charlotte Boston Caroling Association Roacnck Roanoke Altoons Tri-State Wheeling W. Va Sparaptaburg Columbia Spartanburg Carolina Association University of South Coraline Davidson College Little Rock Ark St. Paul American Association Little Rock Southern Lexington Colgete Washington and Lee Cincinnati Cincinnati Nationals Americans Washington Cornell Georgetown

Duncan Sale of Nice Constructing Quartermaster Fort Dade

Sealed proposals in triplicate will be received at the Fort Dade offices until 4 p m April 14 1809 for window porch and door erections for five buildings at Fort Dese Egmont Florida. Required papers furnished on application. Bids to be enclosed in sealed envelopes marked Screening and addressed to Constructing Quartermaster Fort Dade Fla.

Nice Quartermaster Fort Dese Egmont Fla IMO Fort Dade

Whitney's Horse Wins at Nottingham on Four Furlongs

Whitneys Oversight ridden by f Ii Mar tin won the two year old plate of 200 sovereigns at four furlongs. Salvo finished second and Dovecots third among twenty five starters. Overmight's victory marks the first American win in the present meet. Columbus and Philadelphia batteries noted in the Columbus Ohio report. Uncle Eben quips from The Washington Star about keeping people quiet by guiding ministers and lawyers.

Whitney Nottingham England Ty F. Ii Martin Salvo Dovecots Overmight The Washington Star Uncle Eben

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