World's Series Opens Friday in Philadelphia
Philadelphia and Boston set for the 1911 World Series opener in Philadelphia on Friday October 3 with dates in Boston and Philadelphia through mid October. Coin toss designated the opening site while officials fixed umpire teams and ticket prices. The Royal Rooters will be accommodated with a special block of seats and notes on travel plans to San Francisco and Chicago series were discussed.
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Father and Son for City Title at Druid Hills
George and Perry Adair reached the final round of the second annual local Invitation tournament at Druid Hills. George defeated Bob Jones 3 up 1 to play in the semi finals, Perry beat D E Root the same score. Final matches in remaining flights to be completed today with cups presented this afternoon.
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Modern Gymnasium for Univ of Alabama
Tuscaloosa Alabama reports the new Alabama gymnasium is being rushed toward a November 1 completion, a month earlier than planned. Contractors say it will cost over 50000 dollars and be among the South’s finest, with provisions for growing needs and a modern setup on campus.
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Where They Play Today St Louis and Nearby Cities
American League action pits Chicago Cleveland and Detroit with key games listed. National League sees Pittsburgh at Cincinnati and other matchups. Federal League include St Louis and Pittsburgh games with Newark as a noted site.
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Cleveland
Detroit
Jemison to detail big series in Atlanta parlors
Dick Jemison will narrate the Philadelphia Nationals versus Boston Americans games from his baseball parlors on the viaduct. A direct-wire feed from Boston and Philadelphia grounds will relay every ball and strike, with a top-notch scoreboard in operation furnishing rapid, precise game details to Atlanta.
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S V D defeats Boys High in opener at Piedmont Park
In a season opener SV D beat Boys High 9 to 6 at Piedmont Park before a large crowd. Jim Lowry returned a 50 yard interception for a TD, while Walter Kane also intercepted but was ruled out of bounds. Boys High only reached the 10 yard line once and next faces Riverside at Gainesville.
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Boys' High
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Riverside
Yellow Jackets Defeat Mercer in Season Opener at Grant Field
Tech beat Mercer 2 0 in a cautious opening game as both sides avoided tricks. Mercer showed surprising improvement, with Spence intercepting Tech’s lone pass and Fielder ejected early for fumbling. Strappa produced the day’s standout moment.
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Stroppa
Ron
Strappa
Chicago Federals Seem Flag Winners
Chicago wins both games of a double header to move into first place in the Federal League pennant race. Chicago must win one of two tomorrow to clinch, while St Louis is eliminated. Kansas City beat St Louis, altering standings and leaving tilbury needing two wins over Chicago.
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Landis decision delayed until December in Federal league case
Chicago October 2 The delay of Judge Landis ruling in the Federal league versus National league baseball suit is due to a stipulation filed in U S district court by Philadelphia National League club representatives. The continuation postpones decision until December to allow pleadings, with the Chicago Federal league and Charles Weeghman named in the subsidiary action.
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Federal League Baseball Club of Chicago
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National Association
Tennis doubles final postponed by rain at Longwood
Boston October 2 final match of the women's tennis doubles tournament at the Longwood Cricket club was postponed today due to rain.
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Longwood Cricket Club
Fall Details Announced for Women Invitation Golf Meet
Details for the women invitation golf tournament at Druid Hills are announced with trophies on display at Davis and Freeman’s. The event opens October 11 with women golfers from across the country, led by Mrs. Frank Adair, entering the links for a week of cups and special events alongside regular match play.
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Virginia Drags Old Eli In Bust
Yale football suffered a 19 to 0 defeat as Virginia’s balanced eleven outplayed the Blue on the Bowl field. Touchdown by T Coleman and a field goal by Thurman paced the Cavaliers who also blocked Yale’s attempts and stifled passing. Yale’s offense showed crude line play and poor cohesion, while Virginia capitalized on kicks and steady defense.
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Georgia Virginia game set for Athens in September
Georgia and Virginia are expected to play in Athens on September 23 after a signed contract. Virginia plans to play most games on their home or opponent fields, and no change to Atlanta has been confirmed. Georgia’s Emory Stadium stands are being enlarged, and teams prepare for next Saturday’s Chattanooga game following wins over Newberry and North Georgia Agricultural College.
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Ty Cobb Picks Red Sox to win World Series
Ty Cobb argues American League is stronger and predicts the Boston Red Sox will outclass the Philadelphia Phillies in a World Series. He discusses pitching, defense, and lineup contrasts, noting Moran and Alexander trends, Carrigan’s trio, and the impact of first-game momentum while weighing human factors over stats.
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