Walter Johnson Adds Another Win To His String
Walter Johnson collected his sixteenth win on Friday in a season that has seen him anchor a strong Nationals rotation. The article notes Johnson, Carl Cashion, and Ted Groom giving the team solid pitching as it contends for the National League pennant, with Lew Hichie delivering clutch support and discussions of other clubs relying on their ace pitchers. It also mentions Roy Moran’s sale to Washington and Ephraim Rixey’s traveling sleep troubles as the Phillies struggle to secure proper berths for a long road trip.
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Jordan Roy
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Today in Baseball: Historic feats and marquee moments
A compilation of 1880 to 1910 baseball highlights detailing players such as Adrian Ansen Kilroy and Chief Bender. Notable feats include multiple singles and homers, a two inning Philadelphias win, and a 22 strikeout game.
Piggy Paige Again Beats The Crackers In Tight Duel
Montgomery August 23 Paige and Becker dueled as the Billikens edged the Crackers 2 to 1 in eight innings, two singles and a sacrifice producing the winning run. Harbison starred for Atlanta with a three-base hit and key plays, while McAllister left after a head injury. Becker struggled at times but held firm, and Wares drove in the decisive run for Montgomery.
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Agier Sold to Nationals Amid Trade Talk in 1913
Announcement Friday afternoon confirms First Baseman Joe Agier sold to the Washington Americans for 2000 dollars. The deal is viewed as covering up Agier’s loss from the Atlanta club, with Chick Gardis ready to play and the Nationals to train in Atlanta in 1913. Local fans praise the deal as protecting the Crackers’ future and Agier’s potential with Washington remains debated.
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Clark Griffith
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Hensley Issues Hot Challenge For Amateur Swim Race
Homer Hensley of Oakland City challenges all amateurs to a 2 mile or longer swim at Piedmont Lake next Friday at 3 20 PM. He 21, 125 pounds, claims a 1 mile time of 40 minutes, and invites qualified amateurs to respond with communications to The Constitution Sporting Editor.
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Oakland City
Piedmont Lake
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A. C. A. Tennis Tourney Opens at East Lake Club
The annual Atlanta Athletic Club tennis tournament starts this afternoon on the ten clay courts at East Lake. A large entrant field is expected and several exciting matches are anticipated.
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East Lake
Jacksonville Rout Columbia In High-Scoring South Atlantic Game
In the heaviest hitting game of the season Jacksonville defeated Columbia 15 to 3. Cueto had four doubles and a single in five at bats, Winston mashing two triples, while Columbia fumbled in the field. Batteries: Wilder and Smith for Jacksonville, Dashner, Hughes, Badel, Menefee for Columbia. Time 2:00. Also: Peaches 9, Babies 5. Albany rallied to 5-3 after rain delay with Brooks and Cruise homering.
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Floyd County Tax Digests Increase in 1921 Report
Rome Ga August 23 Special Tax Receiver J M Tom Jenkins completed last night and forwarded today to the comptroller general tax digests for Floyd county for 1921 showing an increase for the year of 707794 the second largest gain in the history of the county Only 640 dogs were returned this being the only item that does not show a material increase All classes of property city and county stealth and personality are represented in the Increase.
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J.M Tom Jenkins
Comptroller General
White Sox Beat Yankees 4 2 in New York Crowd
Chicago defense limits New York to two runs as Cicotte struggles early but Hartzell doubles for two and Collins drives in three. Fisher errors hinder Yanks while Daniels Paddock and Hartzell contribute. Also Sox defeat Naps 5 1. Boston tops Cleveland 5 1 behind Bedlent’s pitching and a big second inning. Washington wins both ends of a doubleheader over Detroit. Hawkinsville sweeps Macon with solid defense and Briggs pitching.
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Newborn Defeats Monticello 6 to 1 In Aerial Battle
Newborn Ga August 23 Special Newborn defeated Monticello in a lively game by 6 to 1 with Pitts and Smith starring for Newborn and Tailor-Son Malone for Monticello. Newborn’s hitting by Smith and Farris and sharp fielding by Porter and Edison highlighted the contest. Newborn leads pack as four games against Madison are scheduled next week.
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Giants Take Two From Pittsburg In Extra Innings
New York wins the doubleheader in Pittsburg, 2 to 1 in 10 innings and 3 to 2. Robinson and Ames pitched the first game with Cole and Crandall finishing for New York. Tesreau earned the win in the nightcap as Becker drove in the decisive run.
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Mt. Zion Defeats Liberty In Loose 7-4 Tilt
Mt. Zion Georgia won 7 to 4 over Liberty in a loosely played game on August 23. Jonez pitched well allowing five hits. The Mt. Zion visitors featured solid all-around play. Those seeking a clean fast team will find them in Mt. Zion.
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Amateur Teams Play Today in City and League Games
The regular amateur schedule features City League matches including Southern Shops versus Bean & McGill at Boulevard and Tenth and Southern Bell against Inman Yards at Brisbane. Other pairings span Hawkers League and Saturday Afternoon League venues with Exposition Mills challenging Auto Tops in a marquee Piedmont Park clash. Players Moore Mullins Carroll Hawgum Cook Rhinehart Spain Gray Ferguson Lynch Robinson must report by 2 30 p m for the Exposition contest now at Piedmont Park. Fans urged to attend the 3 30 p m game.
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Davis Freeman Golf Trophy to Be Played This Afternoon
Davis and Freeman trophy golf event returns for the Atlanta Athletic Club with players qualifying for match play. The silver cup, donated by local jewelers, remains a three year trophy needing three victories to secure ownership. Past winners include F. G. Byrd and W. R. Tichenor. Byrd not competing this year.
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Prison Team To Play Fort McPherson Soldiers In Exhibition
Managers of Georgia penitentiary prisoner teams plan a game against the Fort McPherson soldiers on the penitentiary diamond. Prison managers will select an all star nine to face the McPherson nine, aiming for a good showing. No date set, target is next Saturday or the following one. Soldiers welcome the event for prisoner pleasure.
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Barons Triumph Over Lookouts 3 to 1 in Birmingham
In an excellent exhibition on offense and defense Birmingham defeated Chattanooga 3 to 2. Clarence Smith and More pitched well, with timely hits by the opposition. Marcan starred. Giddo and Grover reported to Manager Smith as Birmingham capitalized on key opportunities.
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Cobb and Jackson Hurt Batting Averages in Washington Doubleheader
In Fridays game Cobb went 4 for 9 with two doubles and a home run, boosting his power display while Speaker and Jackson each dropped points in batting average after five at bats and four at bats respectively. The Washington doubleheader saw Cobb accumulate four hits in nine plate appearances, including a home run, as Speaker and Jackson struggled at the plate.
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Bill Duggleby Named Manager in Alipany Team
Alipany Ga August 23 Special Bil Duggleby, once sold to Atlanta and recalled, is named manager of the local team, replacing Bernie McCay, a former Cracker, who has been removed for insubordination.
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Yesterday's Results Across Major Leagues and Minor Circuits
Yesterday's results span the Southern and South Atlantic leagues with Montgomery edging Atlanta 2 1 Birmingham over Chattanooga 3 1 New Orleans 2 Memphis 1 plus rain in Nashville Mobile and Savannah Columbia. National League saw New York beat Pittsburgh 2 1 and 3 2 with other games listed. American League entries include Washington 8 Detroit 1 and 6 4 Chicago 4 New York 3 Boston 5 Cleveland 1 plus rain in Philadelphia St Louis. International League notes Baltimore 6 Montreal 3 Toronto 4 Newark 3 Providence 2 Rochester and Jersey City Duffelo rain. Americnan Association results Toledo Kansas City 1 St Paul 12 Louisville 4 Columbus 7 Milwaukee 8 Carolina Association Greensboro 10 Anderson 3 Spartanburg 4 Winston Salem 0 Charlotte 16 Scepus 1 Appalachian League Knoxville 1 Johnson City 6 Bristol 7 Asheville 4 Virginia League Petersburg Hoanoke 1 Richmond 3 Portsmouth 2 Newport News 5 Norfolk 4 Texas League Beaumont 1 San Antonio 0 Houston 4 Galveston 2 Waco 5 Austin Dallas 4 Fort Worth 2 Olympic Parade New York August 24 The celebrat ion for Olympic champions starts tomorrow with social events The parade and review will occur tomorrow about 20 000 marchers expected.
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Where They Play Today in Southern and Atlantis Leagues
Schedule lists games across Southern League and Atlantis League with matchups including Atmota in Montgomery Chattanooga in Birmingham Nashville in Mobile Memphis in New Orleans South Atlantis Macon in Albany Jacksonville in Columbia Columbia in Savannah New York in Pittsburg Philadelphia in Cincinnati Boston in Chicago Brooklyn in St Louis Chicago in New York St Louis in Philadelphia Detroit in Weshington Cleveland in Boston.
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M'LOUGHLIN NARROWLY ESCAPES IN TENNIS SAGA
Maurice E. McLoughlin of San Francisco survived a five setter to stay alive in the singles championship, defeating Philadelphia schoolboy Richard N. Williams Jr. 6 4, 5 7, 6 8, 2 6, 6 3 in the all comers round. He advances to meet William J. Clothier in Philadelphia. Karl H. Behr will play Wallace F. Johnson in a semifinal. Williams, Littie, Church, and Waehburn, all of New York, exit today.
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Tribute to Billy Its Impact on 1913 Atlanta Team
Sporting Editor notes B Smith is expected to return to Atlanta to guide the 1913 1914 ball clubs. Praise follows his Pennant win and subsequent release, with calls for renewed effort and faith from fans. Cubs Chance McGraw teams discussed, inside ball debated, Almeida praised but not overrated. Thompson joins Boston staff for 1913 season.
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Rose Dry Gin Worthy Of British Taste And Mood Chaser
Rose Dry Gin appeals with a British flavor and mood lifting quality. The product is promoted as ideal in cocktails like a Rickey fizz or Martini, described as the only American dry gin.
Royston blanked Gainesville in series opener
Royston Ga August 23 special Royston defeated Gainesville 5 to 0 in the second game of the series. Vickery and Sumpter shared pitching for Royston while Bagwell and Herault started for Gainesville. Vickery struck out sixteen Gainesville hitters and dominated the game from the mound.
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Plains Triumph Over Americiag Team in Close 4 3 Game
Plains, Ga on August 22 saw a tight contest as Plains defeated the Americiag team 4 to 3 in an afternoon game. Key highlights included strong pitching by McCall who struck out eight and contributed offensively with a run batted in.
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