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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1912
Page
13
In a tight lineup clash, Beht's top row faces off against pitcher Howard and shortstop O'Brien. The matchup centers on fielding and pitching duels as both teams aim for control early in the game.
The Tech track team travels to Clemson on Friday to meet the Tigers on the cinder path. Tech aims to break the long-standing hoodoo, with stronger sprinting and field events, including Hobingson in high jump and Jim Moore in distance running. After Clemson, preparations shift to the Southern meet in New Orleans.
Philadelphia beat Washington 4 to 2 as Coombs allowed only one hit through eight, with Johnson strong for the Senators and a costly error by Coombs. Chicago topped St. Louis 6 to 2 in Walsh’s strong start, Callahan and Hogan shining. Boston defeated New York 5 to 3 on a ninth inning burst led by Sha n and Wolverton debuts. Cleveland opened in the new park, defeating Detroit 2 to 1 in eleven innings, Turner and Hasterty producing the decisive runs.
A spring Southern League opener at Ponce de Leon Park drew a full house with 4,000 fans and cheering from Atlanta and Chattanooga supporters. The Lookouts beat Atlanta 10 innings with Otto Jordan’s triple delivering the decisive run while Billy Smith and Otto Adrian were honored for past leadership.
St Louis hammered Pittsburgh 7–0 on 13 hits including a Evans homer. Kenetchy doubled earlier in the sixth as the Cardinals took the opener in a clear win. Harmon Bliss Camnitz Adams Gibson worked for the Pirates. Time 1 35. Umpires Owens Brennan.
In a record Sanford Field crowd Athens Georgia and Michigan played twelve innings to a 2 2 tie. Michigan led early 2 0 with Bell double and strong hitting from Duncanson and Mitchell. Georgia tied it in the sixth on Brannen and Mitchell doubles and Hutchens’ two bagger as Baribeau and Thompson held steady through the late innings. Bell robbed Brannen of a homer in the ninth. Field conditions and late trains pressured both sides as Thurston and Baribeau pitched well. Time of game not listed.
The report notes infielder Coleman remains unavailable as manager Wolverton has not stated when he will join. Hemphill desires the player to complete the infield, while Edward Lafitte cases linger with Atlanta interest. Potential moves include replacing Charlie Miller with a new catcher and possible departures of Phalan Russell Wells Hogue Mayerg as trades unfold.
A telegram from F J Wagner official starter of the American Automobile Association says he will be in Milwaukee next Tuesday with Bruce Brown and Ralph de Palma to review the proposed Vanderbilt cup race course.
The Clemson Tigers visit the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets for two games Friday and Saturday at 3:30 p.m. in Atlanta. Coach Dobson notes improved form after losses to Georgia, with strong hitting and fielding. Heisman edicts tighter practices focusing on base running and tempo, as warmer weather motivates the Jackets for a tough rival test.
The opening day of the 1913 baseball season features ladies day across series with free admission for holders of season tickets sold at Tamlin Brothers stores. Tickets cost $1 and grant entry to games in every series, drawing many fans to the grandstand at Ponce de Leon Park to support the home club.
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