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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1912
Page
21
A discussion notes Britton’s strong hitting and questions his value as a pitcher. The piece argues he should devote time to outfield practice, citing his natural hitting ability and potential to strengthen Atlanta teams with more consistent offensive output. Teammates and observers praise his character and foresee him delivering in the lineup.
The article notes Howard Wolfe's bid for a regular berth with the Crackers, praising his fielding speed and strong throwing arm. It also covers Woodie Thornton's retirement rumors amid salary controversy with the St. Stephens club, Yale football captain Arthur Howe named head coach, and Harley Herzog's draft issues with Reading, plus Jeffries' bid to return and Upstate Hockey franchise talks ending in cold feet over a $20,000 price.
By B. W. Lanigan reports from Hot Springs Arkansas on March 24, noting Bill Killifer and April catcher in form, Gchan's four hits in a game, and Bill Donovan and Lobert praised for dances with Eastman and Mullic. Mentions Doom and the Athletics amid NL race chatter and reactions from Bill Rucker about the Giants and Quakers.
The 1912 Bowles piece lauds Jimmy McAleer for a pivotal sixth inning catch and ninth inning bunt that preserved Cleveland's World Series victory over Baltimore. It notes his speed in center field and his role in the 1896 Temple Cup run, framing him as a key, rising star who helped Cleveland win its only world championship.
A fragmented 1910s style boxing card lists bouts and weights including Joe Bedell vs Wille Beecher Johnny Daly vs Tommy Bu thOG Mike Gibbons vs Jack Denning Johnny Dundee vs Young Wagner Eddie O Keefe vs Coster Pat Kling vs Tammy Hoack Tomody vs Bratk Moran heavyweights Frankie Jahan vs Young Fulton Joe Mandot vs Bexell in various weight classes April bouts and dates appear with erratic OCR.
The Crackers and Yankees renew hostilities at Ponce de Leon park this afternoon, then meet in Albany midweek before the Crackers face Bernie McCay's Albans club and the American semi pro champions. Wolverton plans a tough finish in a three game set as local fans expect good games and promising recruits to be showcased by Hemphill and Wolvertson.
The article previews a boxing night with Kubiak versus Wells as the main event and Delaney seeking to keep distance. Red Ames and Battling Larry headline another bout amid forecasts of heavy punishment and fierce exchanges. Two four round prelims feature Spiderritt Mayer Pricer Langford Bridges, with betting and interest high.
By Edward C. Balffey, former sporting editor, recalls the Savannahs versus Atlanta game of August 19, 1886. The account highlights Hank O'Day pitching, a rain-shortened six-inning scoreless game, colorful city figures, and long memories of early Southern League baseball.
Local ball note highlights Albert Britton as top hitter in four practice games with 14 at bats, eight extra-base hits, and five runs. Howard Wolfe and AL O'Dell also show strong early spring totals while Hempill leads a 22-man squad with a .311 team average. The piece recounts Atlanta Savannah game anecdotes and aging memories.
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