Arthur Irwin Talks On A Scout's Trouble For Yankees
New York March 16 Special Arthur Irwin veteran Yankees scout outlines the hard market for good players. He recalls when money bought stars and explains clubs now rely on development and minor league seasoning. He cites Ty Cobb Tris Speaker Jimmy Collins and Jack Miller as examples of players molded into stars.
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Jimmy Collins
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Smiths recruits line up in game in Chattanooga
Chattanooga March 16 special. Coyle first base Duncan right field Bilix center field Balenti shortstop Runser third base Fick second base More left field Hannah Noyes and McDonough catchers Hollenbeck Ware and Gordon pitchers. Twenty three athletes spent a grumpy week at local jail yard for first exhibition game of 191% season. Weather spoiled first week. More in left field. Moran stepping out to give More a chance. Pitching staff an enigma with six holdovers and several newcomers competing for rotation.
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Medicos Lose to the Jackets
Tech defeated the Atlanta Medical College 7 to 0 in a first season practice game at the flats Saturday. Pitcher Pitts impressed in limited action while new recruit Fielder impressed at short and Brown shone in left field. Coach Heisman seeks additional practice games this week and asks teams to contact Manager Patterson at Tech.
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Morris Brown Beats Clarke 9 to 6 in Saturday Intercollegiate Play
On March 16 Morris-Brown College defeated Clarke University 9 to 6 on A. B. C. campus. The feature was Morris-Brown batting and fielding while Clarke’s players showed less athletic pace. Atlanta Baptist College edged Atlanta University in a tense game as the Inter-Collegiate League standings update.
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Big Ed Walsh Shuts Out Opponents At Record Pace
Big Ed Walsh of the Chicago White Sox leads the American League with 49 shutouts, surpassing peers like Eddie Plank and Cy Young. The article catalogs his dominance against Boston and other clubs, and compares era greats such as George Edward Waddell and Jack Chesbro, listing shutouts and related pitching records.
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Cy" Young
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Gota
Dublin Giant Knocked Out In Quick Bout
Dublin heavyweight James Cottey, a novice billed as the real white hope, was overwhelmed by Soldier Kearns of Brockton. Kearns delivered a decisive trip hammer blow to Cottey’s jaw less than two minutes into the bout, knocking him out after four counts as the crowd watched in disbelief.
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Spring training gossip from old baseball pages
The column surveys Phillies and Red Sox prospects, Cubs prospects, and Giants, Pirates, and A A players as spring training opens. It praises Deinan as director, notes Stahl's managerial polish, and sketches managers, players, and emerging talents across leagues, with Olympic era names and team references.
Benton H Walton Leads 1912 Georgia Baseball Team
Benton H Walton manages the University of Georgia baseball team in 1912 and serves as editor in chief of The Georgian, the university literary societies monthly. He is a senior academic class member and part of the Senior Round Tattle.
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University of Georgia
Pittsburg Nationals Name Home Wagner Field Captain
Hot Springs Ark March 16 Homes Wagner will be field captain of the Pittsburg Nationals of 1912 Fred Clark manager of the Pittsburg team who declares he was permanently retired as a player made this announcement today The Pittsburg team arrived yesterday for spring practice In a five inning game Groover a recruit pitching for the regulars anchored only three hits Tomorrow the major league players here will be idle local officials having announced that any baseball activity will be followed by prosecutions for violation of the Sunday law.
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Mike Kelly's Fallaway Slide Idea Explained
New York story identifies Mike Kelly as the innovator of the fallaway slide. Fred Pfeiffer recalls Kelly alongside John Clarkson in a historic Chicago to Boston trade and credits him with shaping a pitching era. Ty 240 is noted as current exponent of the slide.
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Fred Pfeiffer
Mike Kelly
King Kelly
John Clarkson
Chicago
Boston
Ty 240
Suit filed against Fitz over Taylor assault and slander
Chicago, March 16. John Taylor, University of Chicago student, files two suits against former heavyweight champion Bob Fitzsimmons for 124,000 each. One suit claims slander, the other assault. The actions follow Fitzsimmons recent attack on Taylor at a theatrical agency office amid accusations involving Mrs. Fitzsimmons.
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Bob Fitzsimmons
John Taylor
University of Chicago
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UNCLE BOB HOWARD TO SPEAK AT MEMORIAL DAY EVENTS
Colonel Robert M. Howard known as Uncle Bob Howard will deliver Memorial day orations in multiple locations. At 79 he remains energetic, accepting requests from Union Springs Alabama and Clayton Alabama to speak on Confederate Memorial Day and plans Dalton Georgia address next year. He has scheduled addresses around April 26 and 37, with a double header of duties this year.
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Bob” Howard
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The Difference Smith and Jones Exchange on Wonders and Miracles
A brief dialogue contrasts wonder and miracle through a playful exchange. Smith asks about the difference, Jones suggests a loan as a wonder, and a returned loan would be a miracle. The light exchange hinges on perception of wonderment and the rarity of repayment.
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The Sea Going Skyscraper Idea For Ocean Vessels
A period piece argues that colossal sea going hotels aboard giant ships will outpace traditional liners. It envisions a six to seven day transatlantic service with suites costing up to 4200 dollars, furnished with mahogany, electricity, ventilated air, baths, and luxury amenities rather than speed.
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Mr Howells Honored by Ohio President at Birthday Dinner
Mr Howells born in an Ohio village seventy five years ago last Friday is praised as the greatest living American writer and novelist by President Taft and other speakers. He has devoted fifty years to literature, never seeking politics or newspapers, and his work is described as faithful, reflective art.
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Too Much Brains Plague Montgomery Staff In Chattanooga Visit
Chattanooga March 16. The Montgomery staff faces a catcher shortage as four signed receivers are unavailable. Manager Johnny Dobbs seeks help from Red McMurray of the Reds, who will stay in Montgomery briefly before another catcher reports. McAllester, also a law student, delays leaving until May.
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