Jordan Leads Second Sackers in Southern League Fielding
Fielding averages through games up to July 6 show Woodie Thornton leading in outfield defense with two errors in seven games and a .9386 fielding percentage. Scoops Carey tops first basemen at .991, while Otto Jordan of Atlanta posts a .974 average at second base. Al Newton leads the league at shortstop in ball retrieval, and Raftis of Birmingham anchors third base with .545. Dan Oleary of Memphis tops catchers with two errors in 48 games. Shannon of Montgomery is at .944. Three pitchers remain error-free: Rogers, Thames, and Schwenck.
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Checker Tourney Opens in Atlanta August Twenty Sixth
The Second Annual Checker Tourney will be held in Atlanta at Engine House No 2 opposite the State Capitol on August 26 with 60 plus entries expected. Open to all Southern states entrants send to Secretary J S Hall 15 Houston St Atlanta Ga. Battle Hill defeated the DoDoes 9 to 4 as DoDogs struggled with base running and Whitg fanned 42. Zelbert pitched for the DoDoes and Hood starred in center field.
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Crackers Hold Best Home Record in Southern League
The Atlanta Crackers lead Southern League at home through games up to Friday, July 3, with 24 wins in 34, a .708 percentage. Nashville tops away play at .668 with 21 wins in 37, while the Crackers stand second at 20 wins in 37. Here are the figures.
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American marksmen win in Hamburg July 10 report
American marksmen arrived in Hamburg to sightsee and prepare for competitions. The Swiss team won the extra international life match by two points over France. Germany won the pistol championship ahead of Switzerland and France. Cogsleski of the Phillies is not the feared pitcher this season against the Giants, as McGraw’s lineup has gained revenge in bold fashion.
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Crackers Lead, Dodgers Pitchers Shine In Early Season Play
The dispatches praise Tommie McMillian of Atlanta for steady fielding and steady hitting at shortstop, noting his ousting of John Hummel. Cy Young rumors swirl with Navin and Kilng as speculated managers. Kraune and Meyers cited as key performers, while the Crackers widen their lead, Pirates and Tigers hold strong, and Memphis Turtles show fierce finish. Carolina Association reports Winston-Salem beating Greenville 2 to 4 in the first game and 4 to 2 in the second.
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Barons Occupy Cellar as Turtles Surge in Standings
The Memphis Turtles climbed to seventh after beating Birmingham, while the Barons sink to last place. Manager Babb kept faith, with Wheeler at third and Daubert at first, as Nashville, Atlanta, and New Orleans fell before Memphis’s hot streak since July 14.
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Umpire incident sparks rough fight in Charlotte game
In Charlotte, July 10, a dispute over a decision led Pitcher Abercrombie of Spartanburg to throw at Umpire Butler. They clashed on the field as Charlotte players rushed to aid the umpire, prompting arrests, a $25 fine, costs, and an indefinite suspension by the league president. Three draws headline New Orleans boxing cards, including Gen and Fitzgerald.
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Texas League Scores Mention Various Games
Dallas 6, Oklahoma 7 in Fort Worth. Waco 2, Galveston 1. San Antonio 3, Houston 0. Shreveport’s result listed as 7 against Dallas, with Texas League action across multiple cities.
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Glidden Tour Opens From Detroit With Record Route
The fifth annual American Automobile Association Glidden tour starts Monday from Detroit, with about fifty cars and a route stretching nearly 1900 miles west to Denver and back to Kansas City. New rules tighten penalties, introduce five classes, and award the Glidden to an individual driver for the first time.
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Dugan and Bishop Ready for Ten Round Battle
Atlanta fight fans will witness a top class boxing card at Armory Hall led by Tommy Dugan of Detroit vs Jack Bishop of New York with a strong supporting lineup. Promoter Jarvis aims to bring premier fighters to Atlanta and tickets are selling briskly at Tom Pitt's cigar stand.
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Crackers Open Series in Montgomery ClimberVille Steam Ahead
The Crackers begin a multi city July slate with three games in Montgomery against the Climbers, aiming to widen their lead in the standings. After Montgomery they face Nashville Vols, then Memphis, Little Rock, and Mobile contests wrap July. Confidence rests on a strong month ending in first place.
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They Look Like Pennant Winners in Southern League Spotlight
A team profile highlights key players and staff: Dr. Mitchell behind the bench, mascot Dick Bayless keeping bats, and standout outfielder Dick Bayless driving speed and defense. Scott Walker, the agile third baseman, and Hugh McMurray, a tireless catcher, are praised for fielding, bunts, and improving hitting as the squad eyes a strong season.
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