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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1923
Page
3
The Crackers postpone their opener due to inclement weather and adjust travel for a Montgomery exhibition game. Manager Miller and staff finalize roster shifts, pitching plans, and fielding assignments as the team prepares for the season start in Nashville.
A large American yacht race from New London Connecticut to Bermuda is planned with 21 entries including the American yacht Barteera and other vessels. Start from New London with favorable winds anticipated, race coverage notes expected slow progress under variable weather.
Spongfield Meg Apel reports New York Yankees star Scott is likely out after injuring two ligaments in his left ankle during an exhibition game against Brooklyn. He missed the remainder of the day and will be out for several days, jeopardizing his goal of 1,000 straight regular season games in Major League Baseball.
The New York and New Jersey boxing commissions fail to agree on a Johnson versus Senguimately bout. An afternoon email exchange proposes postponing the fight from Monday to after Johnson’s May 12 showdown with Jesy Willel in Yankee Stadium.
The American golf team prepares to depart England on April 1 or 2 for the tour eastward. Captain Robert A Gardner of Onwentsia will leave for New London Sunday, with Chick Evans joining a day or two later. Other team members listed include S Davidson, Feed Weircet, and Dr O F Wualhnz, traveling through en route to New York.
Greb and Wilson have agreed to a title bout this summer after a muddled spring, with Wilken’s suspension lifted upon the match. The bout is set as both parties press for a decisive clash and formal terms are expected to be finalized soon.
The Tech boxing team plans a new bout after defeating Oglethorpe weeks ago. Major Pendleton hints at a possible match with Mercer, staged at Segindo's before summact, with Seth Weekly coaching Mercer and Lige Stone expected to be among the contenders. Coach Sloom reports all team members in fine fettle for another leather bout nationally.
The article reports Werner being ruled ineligible, shocking Loh Bnerbatt and impacting their lineup. It notes Werner was slated as a key player and that the decision affects Poop and Penn teams, with implications for future games and coaching plans.
In a South Round fight at Banyan Street Arena Murphy blasted through Briney with a clean knockout early in the sixth. Both fighters traded blows as Tildie’s nose bled after round four and Villa pressed hard with sharp punches but Murphy seized the ending with a decisive finish.
Conference officials issue a sportsmanship code for western baseball. Players and fans must avoid taunting pitchers with insulting names and will be held to courtesy to visiting teams. Harsh or disruptive conduct during games is discouraged to foster fair play as teams begin the season, weather delays noted.
Stanislaus Zbyscho, former world heavyweight wrestler, was taken to hospital last night after losing to John Pesek in two straight falls. Authorities said injuries not serious. reports cited a possible concussion as the bout ended with both men going over the ropes repeatedly.
Pitcher Frank Henry, local American league holdout, signed a contract with the Browns today in St Louis Missouri. He previously played for Mobile last season, winning twenty of twenty four games pitched. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
A long reminiscence recalls Atlanta Crackers past stars and their moves. Ivy Criti referred to in local parlance, many Alabama and Southern players, including Ivy Criti and Mack men, chased pennants and league berths. The piece mentions Charlie Frank, Griffin, Hasty, Galloway, Wingo, Roberts, and Bobby Hasty as era figures, with trades and farm-system links to Detroit, Philadelphia, and Cleveland.
Virginia's baseball team shows a strong improvement under Coach Tarle Neate. The Orange and Blue lean on a disciplined lineup to wear down opponents as bat averages rise. Key players Hubbard Holland Vieloe and Tietrie lead the offense while Bronaugh provides solid defense in late relief.
An OCR view discusses the number of golf courses in the United States, estimating about 2,110 courses now and projecting thousands more to reach roughly 3,250 private and 1,000 public courses nationwide. It argues cities over 3,000 population should support public courses, forecasting major growth and public links across states.
Great Falls April 123 Loy J Molumby of Great Falls state commander of the Montana legion and Asiater Farl Vance travel to Salt Lake to press Jack Kearns manager of Jack Dempsey for a world title bout at Selby Mont on July 4 between Dempsey and Tommy Gibbons. Molumby says he secured a $110,000 cash forfeit with $550,000 of the total to go to Dempsey if he signs. A college professor notes a Cure via inoculation in three weeks before the season opens.
A collage of boxing results and player references dominates the column. Mentions include Bob Meusel and John MacTavish praising talent, alongside lines about Jack Dillen and Brany Leonard amid fight chatter and upcoming New York bouts.
Post forfeit of 1800 dollars recorded in New York with Finanter Tex Rickard and Mark Shaudinowsy as managers guaranteeing Rover's appearance for the May 12 heavyweight bout against Luia Angel Fir po, South American contender, at Yanker Stadium.
New York and San Francisco slated for May 1 as the East West team matches open. Round 6 canceled after Cal ifornia Lawn Teams assoc reports Pacific east cannot field a representative team in time for the contests.
Rain interrupted the prep league as University and Tech High players endured delays and four games were postponed after noon. Officials have not announced new dates, leaving completion plans uncertain for the season.
Readers are told a Sewanee Florida track meet is set for today with Florida and Tennessee teams preparing for a strong show. The article notes Florida’s best traps and a large Gainesville presence, with Green Benson sending 10 to 15 athletes. Events listed include sprints, hurdles, mid distances, field events, and the javelin.
The Clarksdale Register reports Cuba clubs in Clarksdale and Vicksburg face a boycott by local newspapers over reduced baseball coverage. Editors accuse managers of allocating only baseball index items rather than full publicity material, prompting fear the sport could suffer without press support.
Veteran golfer Alex Herd defeated TC Jewell from North Midlands 3 and 2 to win the Toehampton Challenge Cup in the final match. Rechampton and inguin are listed among observers.
Rain canceled the Auburn Tech game after a weather forecast left the afternoon uncertain. Michigan hoped to test Auburn's form with both teams missing top players while substitutes evaluated the field and pitching plans.
Georgia's track squad departs for a Carolina meet with high hopes. The team features notable runners like Moore and Ranson, plus strong relay and hurdle setups. Coach Diehl expects solid performances despite uncertain conditions and rival contenders from Georgia and South Carolina.
Colmahus Ohio April 14 Deacon Senter bans up to 1 000 consecutive ball gains fiaplo of the Wwiending of low ankle in Thornday truhition game between the Yankees and the Brooklyn Dodgers at Spiling tikl Mo. The saw storaton of the Anskees who fia played in OSG games without missing over several sengann now hobble aboard the pacant tintin which is hearing the ball clubs back to New York for the weekend amlobitions preceding the opening of the regular season. Scott must at least start at the short field petition for the Yanke in their opening ng game Wednesday. Scott made his first effort to walk in response to the breakfast call from the diner. Te may be the part of strategy to have oy bucter pipe mesa call to page tom for In a duty on the field at the opening game. The ration music acpina to inspire Scott. The New York teams arrive Saturday morning and will hop across the fridge to Brooklyn for a game at Ebbets field.
New York reports Mrs Molla Bo Mallory, noted tennis figure, arrived aboard the steamship Mauretania from Europe. She defers comment on recent matches while stepping ashore amid questions from reporters.
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