Fielding in One Thing But How Is One to Stop Homers
SeCHE signs with Atlanta may land flat as the veteran joins the Cracker roster. SID MERCER notes Giants’ recent drubbings and Cracker-Homer concerns. Hopes rise for Dilger return. HOLESWORTH adds catching help. Cobb battles Speaker, Lajoie, and Collins in sprint for batting lead as Georgia Tech clashes loom. Chappelle joins Crackers in Montgomery and staff shakeups hinge on forcher delivery and form.
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Brooklyn Beats Chicago 2 to 1 on Evers Errors in May Action
National league report notes Brooklyn defeated Chicago 2 to 1 aided by Evers errors, with Moran, Cutehay, Wheat and Daubert contributing runs. Chicago’s lone score came on Schulte’s hit, a steal, Miner's throw, and an out. Tavender and Bresnahan worked for Chicago. Lavender and Rucker for Brooklyn. Umpires O'Day and Ice.
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Billikens Beat Crackers 7 to 3 in Mobile series opener
In Montgomery the Billikens toppled the Mobile Crackers 7 to 3 as Long and Smith homered. Price pitched well for Atlanta, while Snyder held until a sixth inning rally. Long’s running catch and a late single by Price plus a two-run hit by Gribbens fueled the visitors’ scoring. Smith and Sloan also contributed multi-hit efforts.
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Chevy Chase Open Tennis Tourney Opens in Washington
The Chevy Chase club hosts its sixth annual open tennis tournament in Washington on May 8 W with many national players. No upsets reported on the first day. Defending indoor champion Gustav Touchard did not appear. Col Doyle of Washington is involved in the early rounds.
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Two legs on the cup and will own it unless he is beaten
A bold claim underscores the title chase as one contender asserts leadership in the tournament, stressing that victory remains the sole path to ownership of the cup. Opponents confront the challenge, seeking to overturn the claim with decisive wins.
Polo Player Milburn Hurt in Polo Practice Accident
Devereaux Milburn, star polo player and a candidate for the International game, was seriously injured during a Rockaway Hunt practice. A back hand stop failed to halt his pony, which charged past the goal and toppled Milburn. the pony kicked him on the face and chest. Doctors reported no internal injuries and Milburn may return to practice by Sunday.
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Leads Jackets Against Georgia Today
A veteran Georgia preview argues that past luck matters little as Georgia faces Tech. It notes Georgia’s stronger pitchers and hitters, Morris and Corley as top Southern college players, and Athens outfield’s role in heavy hitting. The writer predicts a tight series and urges Tech not to be counted out before games begin.
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Cleveland tops Red Sox in tight six inning pitchers’ duel
Cleveland wins 7 to 2 over Boston after a three run burst in the sixth. Gregg and Bedient duel. Wagner returns for Cleveland as Walters fans nine. Boston stranded three runs on hits. Ball errs costly for Boston. Final line shows Cleveland 7 7 0 and Boston 3 9 2.
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Vols Sign Hurler From Vernon Coast League
Nashville Tennessee May 8 Pitcher Jack Brackenridge formerly with Vernon club of the Pacific Coast League has been signed by the Vols after passing free agent status.
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Great Tech Georgia Series Opens in Athens Today
The Red and Black predicts a packed Sanford Field as Georgia hosts Tech in a two game set with a third to follow in Atlanta. Georgia boasts a 17‑4‑1 record in twenty‑two games while Tech has a single series win this season. Pitching and hitting comparisons grip fans as lineups and bets form around the crucial clashes.
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Questions Answered On Club Standings By Sporting Editor
Sporting editor Dick Jemison answers reader queries about baseball history and player origins. Questions cover McAllister’s Atlanta connections, Bailey’s source, and prior Southern League play. Answers clarify former University of Tennessee catcher links and Detroit period players.
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Chappelle and Furehner Tryouts For Atlanta Club Series
Montgomery May 8 Special reports that Atlanta manager Furehner signed Al Furehner on trial and will pit him against Montgomery. Bill Chappelle plans to join Friday and may get a chance to prove himself in games of the present series. Coach Musser and pitchers Brady Price Munser show improving form as the club eyes stronger pitching.
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Phone your want ads and replies to Main 5000 or Atlanta 109
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