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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1913
Page
7
The Crackers debut of left-hander Clark was shaky yet not a total loss as he yielded two errors and a rough first inning against the Pelicans. Despite rough moments, optimism grows for Clark’s growth under Griff’s son and the Chicago/ Brooklyn trade talk swirls with Cubs, Dodgers, and Reds-linked moves.
The Crackers boast the league’s best infield with Smith at third, Bislane logie at short, Whitey at second, and Agier at first. They combine strong hitting with solid fielding, posting an infield batting average near .487 and sparking Manager Smith’s favorable view of grounders in practice.
Copperhill Tenn July 20 special one of the best and many interesting games this season was staged Saturday between Copperhill and Tate Ga. Copperhill by bunching hits in the ending inning won 40. Griffin Copperhill catcher connected with the sphere lifting it over deep center field for four bases. Bargay pitched an extra good game his fifth straight victory and he led with two safeties in three at bats.
Crackers travel to Red Lim for the first game of a three game set with the Memabia Turtles. Joe Conzelman to start, aiming to repeat past success against Bernhaard's men. The trip includes matchups with Montgomery Mobile and Nashville as the pennant race tightens.
W S Becker, named manager of the Overland Southern Automobile Company, will guide Atlanta and Georgia operations with his father L and Becker of Fenton Midh. The firm succeeds Overland Southern Motor Car, Hopkins retiring and selling his stake. Thomas J Smart named district manager for Willys-Overland south of Mason-Dixon, with HQ at Atlanta’s Overland Southern. The 1914 Overland is planned as a worlder, announcement likely mid August.
In the Southern League, Atlanta and Memphis clash in New Orleans while Nashville hosts Mobileham and Mentrumy. Albany sees Jacksole. Columbus faces Charleston as Savannah meets Macon. National League games include Chicago at Boston and Pittsburg at Brooklyn. St Louis visits New York and Philadelphia with Gincle noted in Philadelphia. American League lists Washington at Chicago and Phila at SL. Louly New York travels to Detroit. Empire State League features Boston at Cleveland and Waverina at Cordere. Amer at Thamestike Brunswick meets Valdosta 3 in Georgia Alabama action with LaGrengs in Anniston Talladega Gadaden Opelika in Yewnen.
New Orleans Pelicans beat Atlanta Crackers 3 to 1 as rain halted the second game with two innings completed. Pitcher Whaon outdueled Clark, lifting New Orleans to a series win. fans presented Billy Smith with a silver cap amid festive ceremonies at home plate.
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