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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1913
Page
4
Ty Cobb writes that mind control matters more than fan noise for hitters. He explains focusing on the pitcher, blocking crowd thoughts, and maintaining concentration to avoid errors. He warns against abusive fans distracting players and notes courteous stadium behavior helps young players endure road games.
Cordele Ga May 31 Special In order to fortify his infield Stan ager Rip Reagan has secured Ernest Gray coach for the Cacuat Grove High School and Ren Willard who has been with Stetson university at Defend Pia It is expected the two new players will greatly add strength to the Cordele team joining tomorrow for the one game of the series on the Hrungwick diamond Both Gray and Willard have excelled as Sail players behind them and have prospects of shining in the league
The Southern Checker association will hold its sixth annual tournament for the championship of the south in Atlanta on August 5-8. It draws Dixie stars including the famed Joevery, a seven year old prodigy Teaneesee, and veterans Anderson of Mount Airy, Fishburn of South Carolina, and Allen the reigning champion.
Scouts defeat Hapeville 3 1 in a tense pitchers battle Friday afternoon. Limis Carroway starred for the Scouts with three hits including a two bagger driving in the winning run, while Haloway pitched for Hapeville. Harland shined with the Hickory for the Scouts, and Beouts managed a lone late rally. This marked the Junior League championship opener.
Americus Sticks in Americus Georgia resists surrender of its franchise amid a long season of defeats. Supporters rushed to fund more money as fears of collapse were voiced this morning. Local fans remain hopeful and enthusiastic despite continued losses at home and abroad.
Fourteen players across all Emory classes named by four coaches as the eligible all Emory 1913 baseball team. Pitchers include Perry Portar Lester. catchers Cheshire Harris. infielders Stokes Weal Thomas. outfielders Bondurant Munroe Bowles Blake. Coaches Turner Desiles Stipe Towson praise the selections as top picks.
Truffault Hartford shock absorbers are adopted by the Edwarda Knight car line from the Wards Motor Car Company. President C G Stoddard and VP GM I J Edwards led the firm that created the Steddard Dastan car and its plant. The Edwards Knight model will feature front shocks with Cantver or Lancaster rear springs for a smoother ride.
Toaianapolis May 31 Jack Power, driver, and Lee Dunning, mechanic, were injured in a race at the Speedway yesterday when their car overturned. They passed a comfortable night and were improving today. Dunning has three broken ribs and an X ray will decide if there are internal injuries. Towere right leg was broken.
The Henley mile course hosted the American Rowing Association regatta with crews from Cornell, Navy, and Columbia. Cornell set a junior collegiate eight record at 4 29 4 6 while Navy defeated Columbia for the Stewards’ Cup, and the Union Boat Club of Boston won the special eight and four events.
Alexis Ahlgren of Sweden won the Polytechnic Marathon from Windsor to Stamford Bridge in 2 hours 36 minutes 25 seconds, setting a course record. Tatu Kolehmainen of Finland finished second in 2 hours 42 minutes 48 seconds, withwv. Christensen of Denmark third in 2 hours 14 minutes 50 seconds. A large field of foreign runners competed.
A meeting to form the Grocers and Butchers baseball league will be held at 97 Peachtree Street on Wednesday night June 4 at 7 o'clock. Boasting teams include L W Rogers Grocery, C Z Kamper Grocery, Grant Park Grocery, Stewart and Jones, Fain and Stempe, and J B L Schiesinger. Rogers Grocery and Jones will practice at Piedmont Plaza in Hudmont Park. Ground availability for league games on Wednesday afternoons in June July and August is confirmed by Mr Carey, park board GM.
The Motordrome at the old sun grounds survived Saturday’s storm and a band concert is planned this afternoon from 3 30 to 6 with Chief Seavera and a police contingent to maintain order. A. Jackson Heard has gone to Savannah seeking the racing machine for the meet and the Graves and Renel machines arrived in good order for the track.
Meadowbrook, L. May reports Devereaux Milburn, back of the American polo team, seriously injured when his horse was tripped during practice. He was kicked in the head and taken to Harry P. Whitney's House at Wheatley Falls. Dr. Sedgewick Russell of Lakeville attended. officials say he is badly bruised and shaken but with no apparent broken bones.
Emory College Oxford Ga May 41 final standings show Sophomores atop the 1913 interclass baseball season. A postponed game against Seniors altered outcomes as several Seniors were absent. Sophomores maintained leadership with steady play and late-season form. Coach Stipe guided two pennant winners this season.
RG Neighbors, sale manager of Hupp Motor Car, reports thriving auto trade across western and northwestern United States after touring the region. He cites positive owner experiences with Hupmobile from Denver to Grand Junction, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, highlighting its performance as a reliable hill climber and widespread popularity following a cross-country trip.
Indianapolis reports Cole Motor Car Co has increased capital from 600000 to 1000000 dollars, claiming largest Indiana automobile manufacturer status. Stockholders including V J Cole and J F Morrison approved plans to double production and expand factory. over 1190 four cylinder Model orders could not be filled previously. Factory operates day and night to meet demand for six cylinder models shipped worldwide. President Cole says growth is sane and healthy and credits public recognition of the automobile’s business value.
Meadowbrook faced a pick-up lineup led by L. E. Stoddard R Im Montagne M. Stevenson and Fox hall Keene. Early in the eighth period Keene scored as Meadowbrook led 7 percent. Milburn tried to block with a mallet under his pony and was trampled when the horse kicked during its fall.
The article notes growing motorist awareness of inflation's role in vehicle care, highlighting widespread use of air pressure gauges and educational campaigns by tire manufacturers. It cites J. D. Anderson of United States Tire Co stressing that underinflated tires waste efficiency and increase wear and maintenance costs.
The text explains that sidewalls are the weakest tire area during turning and bending. It warns that insufficient air causes the rim to damage the sidewalls and the carcass to break down, recommending 20 pounds of air and giving a 4 inch tire inflated to 80 pounds and a 6 inch tire to 110 pounds as examples.
A compact wartime classified snippet appears to urge callers to contact Main 5000 or At ty 109 for ads and replies. The terse line suggests a centralized wartime advertising or communication service, possibly urging rapid contact during disruptions.
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