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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1906
Page
3
August 8 Birmingham faced Atlanta in two close games at home. Clarke beat Sparks 4 to 3 in the opener while Zeller outpitched Reagan 4 to 2 as Birmingham swept the twin bill. Umpire Buckley sparked controversy with key calls that affected both games.
Alcock scored as Meeks reached, a rare play unfolded with Gear out at first after a force at second. Montgomery scored on a misplayed throw, Meeks moved to third, Walters safe on an infield tap, and Atlanta erupted as Meeks crossed the plate for the winning run amid fielding miscues. River Ramo.
Ram's Horn, a four year old colt by Gate-Aunt Tessa and winner of this year's Brighton handicap, died today at Gravesend from bowels inflammation. Once a top west eastern standout, he had recent sickness and failed shipping to Saratoga. Formerly owned by Captain Jim Williams, he ran in W Williams colors and was highly backed in the Brighton.
In Savannah Columbia pitcher Jack Ashton took a hard luck loss as Savannah outscored Columbia 6 to 1. Batteries were Ashton and Sweeney for Columbia and Goz8 and Berry for Savannah. time 1 48, umpire Mace. Other scores note Charleston 7 over Macon 5 and Augusta 2 over Jacksonville 0 with Lavender pitching for Augusta.
In the Virginia State League games Lynchburg hosted Danville with Danville defeating Lynchburg 6 to 4 while another Danville game, against Roanoke, ended with Danville winning 2 to 0 at Roanoke. Norfolk and Richmond also played with Norfolk scoring 6 runs.
In a tense game at the park, St. Louis scored two runs in the tenth to beat New York 2 to 1. A bases loaded walk set up the winning run as Delehanty misplayed a fly, Wallace scoring. New York protested the umpire's call, but Elberts fielding and a rough seventh inning couldn’t overcome the late rally.
Effort led by nine seconds on time allowance to win the King Edward cup over Queen owned by J Rogers Maxwell. Seven of nine yachts finished in a 37 1 2 mile course from the east breeze, with Queen leading most of the way before Effort surged at the finish. Two boats, Rainbow and Martel, encountered an accident during the race.
Keenes Court Dress the 7 to 10 favorite won the Spinaway stakes over Kenneyette and Mentha at Saratoga. The two year old filly broke well, opened a two length lead on the backstretch, and held on to win by two lengths. Kenneyette second, Mentha third. other races noted with winners and times.
Southern League umpire W. Rudderham was found guilty by a Montgomery County jury of using abusive language at Montgomery ballpark Mey. He received a $50 fine after being tried on an indictment returned by a recent grand jury.
In Cowes England on August B Satinita clinched the Kaiser Cup with Botanita second and Emperor Wiliam's cup noted for today. Colonel Bagot's cutter Creale placed second as eight yachts started amid a lively early breeze. The King's cup contest stands as the event of greatest interest during the yachting week.
The Texas Wonder cure is advertised as treating kidney bladder and rheumatic ailments and sold by 211 druggists or via mail order. A testimonial hall is claimed at 2026 Olive Street with Gene endorsing the remedy.
Little Rock Ark August 8 Special Umpire W J Buckley who has worked in the Southern League since the season's start was advised by President Kavanaugh that his services are no longer required saying his work has not been altogether satisfactory He seeks two additional good men to umpire the remainder of the season Judge Kavanaugh says the race is getting so hot that he wants two of the best men available
At Latonia Cincinnati August 8 Miss Doyle and Collonade were the only favorites to win. Dalesman captured the first race by a length over Blue Mine with Modred Law third. Six more races followed including handicaps and sprints with Libation, Beautfiul Mayo, and Miss Doyle among the winners. Race times listed for each event along with a crowded slate of entrants.
Round trip fare from Chattanooga to Lockout Mountain set at 4.10 dollars via Western and Atlantic Railroad Battlefield Route. Shortest line sale and event details advertised for upcoming encampment with General Guard participation. tickets and information available through depot agent at 213 Main and local contacts Thomas, Walker, and Harman.
Chicago edged New York 3 to 2 in a quiet polo grounds game. Reulbach and Brown split mound duties for Chicago, with Brown relieving in the ninth to seal the win as Pulliam arrived at the gate and departed soon after. Umpires Emaliie and Johnstone.
Bussey, 28 percent Whitehall, shows updated club standing with hats cleansed and reshaped as part of a routine refresh in the organization.
Augusta dispatch reports well known baseball figure Erue Beck, long associated with New Orleans and Nashville clubs of the Southern League, leaped from a third floor window at the Chelsa house in Augusta yesterday morning in a wild bid to escape green monkeys. Telephones wires softened the fall, sending him into a nearby arbor, where he was knocked to the ground by ball players and policemen who chased him to the river. Beck had appeared in only one game for the Augusta team, having been released by Manager Ransick after the "D. T." experiment.
Knabenshue plans daily flights during the fair from Piedmont Park. He will sail to the Capitol dome and return, then remain airborne at least 15 minutes inside the park. Dr. Julian P. Thomas may join with a large balloon at the park.
Noblett, former Atlanta player, refuses to pay a fine after a Montgomery trade. He declares he will not play for Travelers. Umpire penalties followed. President Kavaugh suspended him, with plans to depart for Grand Rapids.
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