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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1913
Page
2
The Yellow Jackets practiced hard in preparation for the Mercer scrimmage on Saturday. coaches expect two more definite periods to sharpen the team before the matchup.
Whiffs Tech supporters praise Hugh Mauck at left tackle as a wall against holes in the Jackets line. Vanderbilt and Auburn chatter swirl. Knoxville hints at early strength with Tennessee’s Clay and Fenn optimism. Georgia, Virginia, Sewanee, and Sewanee contenders noted as scrappy, with Georgia and Virginia building solid preps.
Frankie Russell of New Orleans defeats Knockout Brown of New York in ten round no decision fight at Orleans. Russell dominates with several clean exchanges while Brown shows defensive resilience but cannot solve Russell’s rhythm. One round goes to Brown, the ninth, by a narrow margin before Russell seizes control.
A fragment advertises Brown's Blood Treatment with claims of cure and long lasting effects. It directs readers to Dr. Brews at 935 Arch St Philadelphia and Jacobs Pharmacy in Affe lana for a one month supply priced at $2.00.
Tech Yellow Jackets season outlook improves with Mauck joining the squad as a 225 pound 6 foot 3 inch tackle. He fills a hole on the line and is expected to strengthen the backfield and overall line in coming games. Skein of practices outlined for Tuesday through Saturday with Mercer contest at Grantfeld on Saturday creating a likely heated matchup.
October 14 report from Pittsburg notes the Cleveland Americans won the seventh and deciding game over the Pittsburg Nationals. Attendance 2,953. receipts $2,135.55. Adams allowed six hits in three innings. McQuillan faced nineteen batters and yielded no hits. Johnston and Graney had three-base hits. Pittsburg’s only run came in the second inning. Cleveland’s defense, aided by double plays, held firm as Stein and Baum struck out. Umpires Basenfurle and Dineen.
Johannisthal Germany October 14 Victor Stueffler shattered all one day flight records by flying 1060 miles in 18 hours His attempt to win the National Aviation association prize for the longest 24 hour sprint continues with the previous record of 1036 miles set August 2 by Eugene Gilbert The Wrench aviator
San Francisco October 14 world champion shot putter Ralph Rose lies in a hospital fighting typhoid fever. His physician says the crisis may come in four days to a week and that Rose is taking the illness very hard.
Emory College opening football games end with sophomores defeating freshmen 12 to 0 while juniors barely beat seniors. Key players include Trumble, Bondurant, Kum ble, Saxon, Porter, Metford, and Pearce. Saxon starred for the seniors, Porter for the juniors, with rough play noted in both halves.
Harry Lewis, holder of the welterweight championship, suffered a suspected brain concussion last night when he was defeated by Joe Borrell in Philadelphia. The bout was stopped in the fifth round after Lewis was badly beaten. doctors say his condition is serious but not yet critical. His family gathered at his bedside as authorities released the referee Frank Brien and four seconds on $400 bail.
Washington October 14 Adrian C Anson veteran captain of the old Chicago pennant winners says the present Philadelphia Americans champions could be beaten by his 25 year old team with the famous stonewall infield The Athletics are fine but Anson asserts none of today’s pitchers can match Rend er Plank Clarkson Goldsmith Larry Cochran and Charlie Ferguson He also questions if Cobb Speaker could outrun his old players and challenges any catcher of today to equal Buck Ewing or Mike Kenly.
In Chicago on October 14 the Three I league may spearhead a drive by class B organizations for a five day extension of the draft period. The movement, started informally at the league’s annual meeting, aims to push a resolution to the National Association of Minor Leagues. Al Terney was re elected president despite opposition.
Nashville October 14 Vanderbilt shows glaring weaknesses in both defense and offense in a Central game. Flaws in new guards, lack of team play, and poor blocking by right halfbacks highlight dismal line play. Boensch shines at quarterback after Morrison stumbles. McGugin retools Preston to support Boensch while Sikes and Turner lead ground gains amid heavy Central defense.
Tech football management and the American Club at Havana Cuba have begun negotiations for a trip to the island around Christmas time for two games. The venture would showcase the Jackets athletically and educationally while boosting the school’s profile.
In Wilmington on October 14 Miss Margaret Curtis, defending American champion, was defeated by Miss Caroline Painter of the Midlothian club Chicago by one hole. Painter has twice held the Western golf title. A large gallery watched as wind affected play and both finished with 100 strokes for 18 holes. Muriel Dodd, the British and Canadian champion, defeated Edith Noblit of Wilmington. All other foreign players matched against Americans won their games.
Philadelphia October 14 Twenty six checks were distributed by John E Bruce secretary of the National Baseball commission to the Philadelphia American League ball club officials and wagers as their share of the world series money. The club received a check of 8979 clearly indicating deductions and allocations to the other eight clubs with 3243 94 allocated to each eligible player.
Chicago October 14. The roster of American league ball players who will travel on the round the world tour with the New York Giants and other National leaguers was not completed today. Secretary Grabiner of the White Sox expected it would be, it is likely a dozen Bax members will be included, and a number of others are expected.
Chicago October fussell a star pitcher of the Chicago Americans marries Miss Charlotte Benz of Indianapolis, cousin of fellow twirler Joe Ben a. Readable fragments show Russell A Benedict of the White Sox wedding a cousin of another Chicago twirler with ties to Bonham Texas and Indianapolis.
About 300 Mercer students will travel to Grant Field on Saturday to cheer their team in a football game against Georgia Tech. Professor Edenfield requested reservations, and Professor Randle mailed tickets. Mercer aims to bolster defense to challenge the Yellow Jackets.
Alabama university faculty declare a holiday for students to attend the football game in Birmingham against the University of Georgia. A special student chartered train will depart in the morning, with all students planning to travel and root for the Red and White.
The Fifth Regiment Basketball league forms after a meeting in the regiment offices led by secretary L. O. Grice and Captain J. W. Quillian. Lt. Ty. V. Anderson elected president. season starts October 2 with light teams and seven games per team, ending in December followed by a three-game championship. Six companies field teams and preparations accelerate to avoid conflict with the Atlanta League.
Elliott Dent, the Crackers right-hander, will leave today for Gakic Md to spend the winter with his parents on their farm. He plans to return to Atlanta for spring training next year and hopes to help the Crackers win another pennant.
Athens, October 14. Judge Brand in Clarke county grand jury charge recalls Dickens Tale of Two Cities to warn against reckless driving. He cited the little street child run over by a grand gentleman's carriage and tied it to automobile carelessness and the state auto laws.
James Thorpe, Sac and Fox Indian standout from Oklahoma and New York National League baseball team, married Margaret Iva Miller in Carlisle. Capt. Gus Welch of the Indian football eleven attended as best man and Miss Margaret Chisholm of Oklahoma served as maid of honor.
Atlantic City October 14 George H Harries of Louisville president of the American Electric Railway association told a convention that fares must rise to cover expanding city borders and rising costs. He warned that without higher fares there will be destructive experiences from wage increases and increased maintenance while fixed fares persist. Nesbit Duffy said low fares in Cleveland sacrifice service to the public.
Chicago Americans outfielder Ping Bodie received 600 in his final pay envelope after Manager Callahan forgave a 500 fine for drinking last summer in St Louis. Bodie pledged to quit drinking during the season as the team praised his all round play.
Teachers in Floyd County organize the Floyd County Teachers association with Missy MadelNiene Wyty of Lindale as president and Lois P. Dowdle of Rome as secretary. Monthly meetings are planned to improve schools, paint houses, and promote the school as a social center. The Atlanta Constitution’s support for Georgia’s common schools is endorsed.
Cuthbert Georgia hosts major gatherings this fall with the Georgia Agricultural association events already underway. The Georgia Federation of Women’s Clubs meets October 15 30 and 30 at Andrew College with banquets receptions and lunches on site and business sessions in the college auditorium. The United Daughters of the Confederacy and the Eastern Stars plan entertainment for visitors with an expected delegation of 200 or more. The Georgia Students Missionary League comprising 200 plus college students will convene at Andrew College on November 7 and 2.
Savannah police nabbed George A Mark a suspected desperado with a pocket jimmy master key and a revolver. He resisted arrest with a drawn pistol before officers secured him at the station. He muttered to stay quiet and warned he might trip.
Tifton Ga October 14 special meeting of the farm demonstration of south Georgina adjourned this afternoon after a most interesting and profitable session. Dr Lavely field agent for the national department of agriculture spoke on crop rotation and winter legumes. State Agent Campbell discussed oat demonstration and fertilization and gave agents instructions on weekly reports.
In Savannah Ga October 14 special the city will spend about $6,000 for a May festival featuring grand opera singers. Nearly $2,000 has been pledged and negotiations continue with the Metropolitan Grand Opera company as a representative from the company meets Savannah officials to finalize plans for three concerts.
The Coosa River remains unusually low, risking disruption of regular steamboat schedules between Rome and Gadsden. If October rainfall underperforms again, service could be abandoned. steamboats have operated the route for over 80 years, with reduced water endangering the longstanding timetable.
The Seventeenth Infantry football team will line up against the Dahlonega team at Fort McPherson Saturday afternoon at 3 o clock. No admission fee for standing spectators. seats on sale for 50 cents on government ground. Coach Lieutenant Devore has the team improving but facing trouble arranging games throughout the south.
New York officials announce that one quarter of the Giants share of the 1912 world series receipts must be turned over to the other seven National League clubs. The rule also requires surrender of one fourth of post season receipts. amounts include 328,000 from last year and 30,000 this year. Boston Americans and Athletics are cited as precedents for distribution.
Chantilly France October 14 Gen Duncan an English golfer well known in the United States today won the French Open golf championship He completed the four rounds of the eighteen hole course in 304 strokes.
Special Judge Brand reduced the sentence of Watkins, a colored man convicted of rape, from fifteen to ten years. Watkins has already served a substantial period, and the defense cited his extreme mental weakness and circumstances including that the woman was of his own race. The action follows the prior conviction and ongoing service.
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