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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1915
Page
7
The Chalmer s Motor Company reports a July sales surge, up nearly 360 percent from 1924. The 1916 Chalmers line, boosted by valve-in-head overhead camshaft tech and prices as low as 1380, drove orders. production races to meet demand, as distributors’ showrooms fill with buyers seeking mobility and speed.
A Washington Star humor item quotes Senator Sorghum in a quip about preparing a speech. The exchange notes the risk of discouragement when the speaker learns how much remains unknown about a topic. The gag reflects cautious rhetoric on thoroughness versus confidence.
Manager comments on ailing stars Matty and Big Six, lamenting injuries to the pitching corps. He cites neuritis and other ailments, voices disappointment in Marquard Perritt and others, and signals reliance on young arms like Stroud Ritter and Schauer to fuel a pennant push.
The speaker condemns National League doubleheaders used to compete with Federal League attractions. He cites instances in St Louis and Chicago, argues they hurt baseball, erode sportsmanship, and tempt crowd-boosting showmanship. Weather, crowd fatigue, and payback effects on pitching worsen outcomes. He urges restraint and long term health of the game over sensational schedules.
The writer predicts a tight race with the Braves and Giants contending for the pennant. He notes strong hitting, improved batting, and pitching concerns across clubs, with Cincinnati weak, Pirates strong in the west, and Cubs and Cardinals slumping. Gaffney doubts Stallings will win again. the New York Giants are potential challengers.
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