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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1915
Page
12
Sports writer Hugh S Fullerton analyzes World Series betting on Boston Red Sox versus Philadelphia Phillies. He compares pitching depth, hitting and fielding, arguing Boston's formidable staff gives the Red Sox advantage but notes Alexander’s fatigue and Moran’s plan to deploy him first while Philadelphia counters with stronger late-season form.
Moran plans to use Alexander as the ace to win the series against Carrigan's Red Sox. Rixey, pitching depth, and Mayer as warm-ups shape a rotation with Alexander, Rixey, and Chalmers, while Carrigan can ride five strong arms including Wood, Ruth, Foster, Leonard, and others. The strategists weigh rest, resilience, and bullpen depth as the campaign unfolds.
New York reports the National League champions will end their war season with a doubleheader against Brooklyn and an off day Wednesday. All eligible players will participate as a final tune up before the big series, while the American League pennant winners plan a possible practice with the New York Americans and hope to cancel Thursday’s final game. Phillies star Killifer’s injury is easing, and Brt Keith? Killifer expected to be ready. Managers Moran and Carrigan discussed practicing in Philadelphia at Shibe Park if schedules allow.
In drizzle at Intervals, Ansley Park hosted the first round of the women’s golf tourney. Nine-hole matches proceeded with only three defaults. second rounds and the defeated eight begin today, with finals Friday. Prominent results include Willems over Erskine 5-4 and Hopkins over Ansley 4-1.
Jacksonville reports the Florida state rifle competition ends with preliminary events finishing. Tomorrow Southern Rifle Association matches begin followed by National Rifle Association and national championships starting October 16. J T Landress wins the 1000 yard event with 87 points, H L Smith close behind. 609 yard winner W E Hyde scores 60. tie for second between C Potter and J T Lawkens. A F Lane of the New York Athletic Club wins the official match with 726, H E Stadie takes second with 703. Ranges listed at 25 50 and 75 yards.
In St Louis on October 5 the St Louis Americans defeated the St Louis Nationals 2 to 0 in the opening game of the series. The scoreboard shows a low scoring start as both teams exchange chances in a tense match.
Dick Jemison will call the World Series game from a dedicated parlor at 136 Viaduct Place Atlanta and from Braves Park in Philadelphia and Boston. The venue will offer a real time box score and individual player records on a large scoreboard. First game Friday October 8 at 1 pm Atlanta time, doors open 12 30 pm. Admission 5 cents with rain-check prizes.
North Carolina faces Roanoke in a football tilt scheduled for today. Roanoke seeks an upset as NC aims to solidify conference standing and extend its win streak.
New York reports describe a high point after yesterday's crop condition data, signaling potential price rises if the report holds. Market analysis notes arbitrage and spot adjustments, with Liverpool price gaps and shipping costs shaping the spread, while experts warn against chasing rapid gains.
October 5 market digest from New York reports butter firm receipts at 13 762 crates creamery extras and cheese steady with receipts. whites specials and western sitekene items listed. Also note metals: lead 4 56 and copper steady. London tin quotes and general exchange figures.
A corrected list of Atlanta area grocery items with prices for canned goods beef, oysters, evaporated milk, lard, baking powder, and other staples. Followed by the Atlanta live stock market summary with figures for steers, cows, calves, hogs, and market tone. Includes grain flour and feed prices and freight-like notes. Strong entities include Atlanta, Ogiesty Grocery Company, and W.W. White, Jr.
Wheat gains led by Wall Street buying and European demand as December and May futures rise. Receipts fall in the Northwest aid bulls while shorts buy. carryover from Canadian shipments and hopes of duty repeal support prices. Corn and oats rally on cold weather and hog fats lift lard and hams. European freight tightness adds to the bullish tone.
Report from Coffee New York October markets show limited activity with slight gains in futures and firming prices for Rio and Santos notes. World visible supply for September rose to 9,855,476 bales, down from last year, while Brasil prices and English credit terms indicate cautious demand amid steadying sentiment.
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