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Newspaper

Atlanta Constitution

Location

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1909

Page

7

New Crackers Impress With Strong Practice Showings

A large crowd observes a Braves practice as Scott Walker and Hale shine at speed and fielding. Bayless Bastain and Kirkpatrick stand out in infield and outfield drills while Doane Griffin and Atkins show pace on the mound. Walt the catcher displays sure handling behind the plate as hitters show potent bat speed in drills.

Scott Walker Hera Groundera Atyte Hale Dora Patton Kirkpatrick Newton Rohn Bastain Atlanta Lhfe Tick Bayless Jake Henn Ciip Doane Griffin Atkins Walt Springfield Bayless Ronn Bastoln Walker Jordan Hess Fisher Castleton Johns Maxwell Viebahn Winters Moran McMurray Samment

Three More Crackers To Report For Practice

Three Crackers remain to report for practice as expected, with Becker Dolan and Newton absent. Decker stands out as a top outfielder when not hindered by asthma, while Newton shows promise at shortstop. Dolan, a versatile infielder and first baseman, is noted for his speed and 290 batting clip.

Becker Dolan Newton Eevery Cme Decker Fleides Nawton H E Dee Molnen

Matty Mathewson to Join Giants Saturday in Texas

The Giants plan to add Christy Mathewson and Arthur Devlin at their Marlin Texas spring training camp on Saturday. Mathewson has been training with the Boston College squad for two weeks, while Devlin’s status is unclear. Reports say two more Giants may arrive, with Devlin and Witte seeking higher salaries, possibly $8000 and $4000 respectively.

Christy Mathewson Giants Arthur Devlin Marlin Tex Mathewson Boston Deviin Yewaine Devtin and Wittea Devlin Witee

Maxwell Reports Bar t Maxwall in Peak Form

Bart Maxwell, tall and lean, arrived yesterday morning in fine condition. Bertie shows top form and strong effort after a recent pitching assignment. He worked hard and unleashed speed impressive for the season, signaling renewed readiness.

Maxwell Bart Maxwall Bertie

Negro Champion Barred From Vancouver Hotels

Vancouver March 10 Johnson the black heavyweight champion faced hotel discrimination as he, and his party, were refused rooms at several hotels due to color. They finally secured a room at the Dominion hotel after earlier rebuffs. Johnson avoided specifics on a Jeffries bout, while Sam Fitzpatrick claimed Johnson would remain champion as long as Jeffries holds the title.

Vancouver B. C Jack Jolnson Roan St Francia Johnson the Dominion George Paris

Walthour and Wylie to Vie at Velodrome Friday Night

Bobby Walthour faces George White in a three five mile heats race with a one and nine half lap handicap per heat for a 300 dollar purse. The program includes a one mile handicap sprint, a mystery distance sprint, plus a two mile motor race between Lawson and Turville aiming to break the track record.

Bobby Walthour Watthour George White Bob Waithour Wile Atlanta Lawson Turville

Dick Bayless Gets Boost From McLean

Larry McLean Reds catcher hails Dick Bayless the unsigned outfielder signed by Mack Allen Smith. McLean predicts Bayless will excel, saying he will light up the field and drive balls with power, and that Bayless should be in the big leagues.

Larry McLean Cincinnati Reds Dick Bayless Maer Smith Larry Saxo Eliowa

Invisible Bifocals Offer Clear Vision in Glass Form

Walter Ballard Optical Co. at 76 Peachtree Street promotes invisible bifocals for both near and far vision. The ad claims customers will verify absolute satisfaction and asks readers to try the solid glass design.

Nggr Tara Walter Ballard Optical Co Peachtree Street

Insect Fans Propose Line-Up for Coming Season

A andorian insects dubbed fans submitted an inexact line-up to the Sporting Editor claiming it should be the permanent lineup for the upcoming season. McMurray led Smith catching Castleton Jahns Wiebahn Maxwell Rogers. pitchers Rohn Jordan Hak Hess Becker Winte Bayless infielders and Fisher utility.

Haa Sporting McMurray Smith Castleton Jahns Wiebahn Maxwell Rogers Rohn Hak Hess Becker Winte Bayless Fisher

Pirates Move Camp From West Baden To Hot Springs

The Pittsburgh Pirates will leave West Baden Indiana for Hot Springs Arkansas tomorrow due to blocked training time. The move comes after two weeks with limited practice as they adjust to the new spring setup and aims to restore preparation for the National League season.

Fausourg Ramarca West Baden Ind Pittsburg Hot Springs Ark

Oakes Compared to Ty Cobb Hints Reds Ready for Crackers

The Cincinnati Reds hold a spirited practice as they prep for the game with the Crackers. Oakes, the young outfielder, draws praise for his reach and style, likened to Ty Cobb. Lobert delays arrival, Griffith optimistic about a quick signup as pitchers Ewing, Campbell Spade, and Robinson near return.

Cincinnati Reda Hans Lobert Griffith Lobert Reds Oakes California Uke Ty" Cobb Ewing Campbell Spade Robinson

LED SMITH SPLITS THUMB AT PRACTICE

Sid Smith a Crackers catcher split the thumbnail when struck by a foul tip during practice. He will be sidelined until next week, leaving Wehl and the others to handle catching duties in the interim.

Led Smith

Barons report Grant Schopp signed by Birmingham

Clinchfield, the Coal of Quality, is best for every use. BARONS REPORTING: GRANT SCHOPP SIGNED. In Birmingham Alabama on March 10 special report lists Larwen as third baseman Moore as pitcher Bowen as second baseman Emam as shortstop Gyalt as first baseman Fleharty as pitcher. Henline has given notice of a hold-out for more salary. Birmingham has announced a contract to Grant Schopp, the old Atlanta pitcher.

Clinchfield Grant Schopp Birmingham Ala Barons Larwen Moore Bowen Emam Gyalt Fleharty Henline

Crackers and Reds open 1909 season at Ponce de Leon Park

The Atlanta crowd will flood Ponce de Leon Park this afternoon for the 1909 season opener between the Crackers and Reds. First pitch is at 3 o'clock with Jack Harner umpiring and Clark Griffith’s lineup featuring Bayless Jordan Henn B foran Rohn Walker Hele Wahl Griffin Foogers and Doane. Both managers plan to give youngsters real action to assess their mettle in the field and at bat.

Atlanta Ponce de Leon Park Crackers Reda Jack Harner Baltimore Clark Griffith Gmith Hen Follow A Bayless Jordan Henn Bforan Rohn Walker Hele Stort Wahl Griffin Foogers Doane

Mercer Nine Plays Highlanders Today

Macon Ga March 10 Special The New York Americans and Mercer university baseball team open the season at Central City park tomorrow The Americans have trained here a week and are in good condition The Mercer squad is fast and strong for the South and aims to push the Yankees hard in the opener.

Macon New York Americans Mercer University Central City Park Shane South Yankees

Flour Contaminated with K K K Label Sparks Alert

A local flour batch was found to carry a K K K label causing concern over safety and labeling. Authorities advise retailers to stop distribution and recall affected lots while investigation continues.

Morris handicap upset at Emeryville track in Oakland

Oakland March 10 Stanley Fer failed to place in the Morris handicap at Emeryville. Arusce led and won with Orcagna and Fist close behind. Undine stakes entrants include Small arrivals for Saturday. Race results list Trans Atlantic winner in 108 pounds from Firschbaum with Donlven second.

Oakiend Cal Stanley Fer Emeryville Walker Arusce Orcagna Fist Peep Carroll Sir Ashton A. J. Small Firschbaum Donlven Lim McIntyre Alger Gulch Gandy Nautical George N. Rancie Charlie Hargrave Perry Johnson Harry Grothe Bit of Fortune Indiatar Balian Cameoran Vox Rettig Little Sis Taplin Bright Skies Arphibgid Strike At Trois Temps Serenade Aunt Aggie Cossett Faiso Nun Banthel Deverich Heep Maing Joe Rowe Fanteatic Ketchemike Keogh Fireball Burning Bush Sewell Elao

Jeffries Invited by Jack Johnson for Fight

In New York James J Jeffries received an invitation from Jack Johnson to meet at his attorney's office to arrange a fight. Jeffries faced a penal code charge for sparring in a theatrical sketch which was dismissed. In Vancouver Johnson declared he would fight Jeffries on three weeks notice this year or any year.

New York James J. Jeffries Jack" Johnson Johnson Jeffries Donaaon Tagiatrate Vancouver B. C Jim Jeffries Jack Johnson

Golf at Augusta Final Round Matches In Progress

In Augusta Georgia on March 10 in the second round of finals several results emerged with W. Taylor tying J. H. Wil. Thame and Henry H. Cumming defeating R. R. McElwee four up and two to go. Dalglish won five up and four to go as large crowds watched. The Bonaire cup remains the premier golf trophy with top Augusta players entering as the field narrows. Four other handicap matches were played for lesser cups offered by the Bon Air.

Auguste Han Te . W. Taylor J. H. Wil- Thame Henry H. Cumming R. R. McElwee Suchewanger A.D. Coffin I. B. Johnson Dalglish Augusta

Auto Hill Climb Attracts Attention In Atlanta

The upcoming Hill Climb on Stewart Avenue in Atlanta on March 27 features seven classes, up from five. Prizes include a Coca Cola Cup and the Fulton County Automobile Club award, with Ed H. Inman aiming for a third straight victory in the latter. The Coca Cola Cup for the $4,500 touring car class is also highly anticipated as new, powerful cars enter the race. Committee members are John E. Smith, Professor J. H. Brith, J. Rhodes, and R. E. O'Donnelly, with Inman as ex officio president.

Stewart Avenue Gaturday Ailyer Coca-Cola Company Fulton County Automobile Club Ed H. Inman Atlanta John E. Smith J. H. Brith J. Rhodes R. E. O’donnelly Whic H Iman

Alabama Announces Football Schedule For 1920s Era

University of Alabama releases a football schedule with varied venue notes and dates. The list includes games against LSU on Thanksgiving in Birmingham, Clemson in Birmingham, Tennessee in Knoxville, and LSU in Birmingham among others.

Alabama

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