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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1913
Page
13
Whiffs Atlanta is baseball wild. The Crackers aim for the pennant and brag of strong pitching after a season of ups and downs. Records show runs and hits improving, with Nashville and Mobile noted for standout performers. The piece also touches on rumors, policy disputes, and Yankees trade talk surrounding baseball’s off season.
Joe Azavedo writes the obituary for 1d Wolgast after Wolgast loses to a green youngster in ten rounds in Oakland. Wolgast questions continuing boxing and says he may quit to return to his Oregon ranch and farm. The bout showcased a fading star with diminished sting in his punches.
A chaotic ballpark scene as the Crackers rally in a tight series with the league leaders. Price Cavet and cluster of crashes drive a dramatic game with crowd swelling, ground rules hinted, and hope of turning the tide in the next two days.
Baseball summaries from September reports cover Boston and Philadelphia games, with Boston beating New York 5 to 3 as Crandall and Fromme quieted the visitors, and Philadelphia taking a 3-0 lead over Brooklyn before losing 3-11 in 11 innings. Pirates beat Reds 9-1 behind strong pitching. Cubs win in a tight game. Chicago/Louis in a separate matchup with late rallies.
The Amicus, owned by Charles P. Neie of Boston, beat the Cemans as wind remained light. Second went to Guy Lowell, third to John S. Saltonstall's Sprig, with the Serum leading the German fleet before the dngeHa IV foul at the first mark disqualification.
Bremen beat Tallapoosa 9 to 8 in a hard fought Labor Day clash at Bremen. Batteries for Bremen were Baskin and Norton, while Tallapoosa featured Head and Prestle.
Thomasville blanked Valdosta 4 to 0 as Roth held the visitors to two hits and Parker homered in the first. Valdosta starter Hawkins exited early and Zel lars yielded two more hits in the third. Barnett shone in the outfield while the infield sped through slow grounders. Gulls fell to Gilbrits Price in decisive game as Cavet drew a local crowd.
Atlanta fans launched a purse for the Crackers to award local players after winning the pennant. Tomlin Brothers opened two stores to collect subscriptions, reporting 8250 dollars by 9 PM, with supporters from the community joining in. The fund aims to boost morale and reward home-team effort as winter approaches.
In a Mobil Gulls game Welch and Robertson each had four at bats and three points separate them after Welch's two hits and Robertson’s two hits. Welch needs four more hits in the last four games to tie the league single season record for hits.
Chicago beat Cleveland in both ends of a doubleheader to end Cleveland’s eight game streak. Scott pitched great in the opener while Blanding struggled in the second as Cullop and Kabler offered little support.
Chick Evans set a low medal score of 118 in the national amateur golf championship, earning the gold medal for the lowest score in Chicago. The event featured notable matches, including Travers beating Watson and Evans drawing with Downes before the final rounds, with implications for the amateur title and purse arrangements.
Washington defeated Philadelphia 4-1 in a nine inning battle highlighted by Morgan and Henry driving runs after a seventh inning error. Boston beat New York 4-2 behind aggressive baserunning and timely singles, with McHale and Sweeney in the lineup. Louis, Engle, and Shawkey star pitchers with off day for Louis and strong defense behind them.
A cluttered recap lists scores from Southern League American Association and other circuits. Notable outputs include Atlanta 4 Movle 7, Memphis 9 Chicago 3, Cleveland 9 Hooton 4, and Durham 14 Rateigh 0, with numerous other results across Virginia, International, Federal, Texas, and Appalachian leagues.
Massachusetts contingent aims to bring the championship to New England as Travers faces Culmet tomorrow. The event centers on 36 hole matches with notable pairings including Byers vs Evans Hale and Travis vs Merriman, while Foster and Herreshoff await the winner of Hurter Ulmer.
A fragmented schedule list shows teams and cities in a mix of American and National League matchups. Notable pairings include Memphis in Birmingham, New Orleans in Chicago, and Philadelphia in Brooklyn with two American League entries.
Winston moved within a half game of Durham in the Carolina Baseball Association standings by winning while Durham took two from Raleigh. Durham faces Raleigh in two games tomorrow, while Winston has one with Greensboro. If Durham sweeps and Winston loses, Durham would win the pennant by a full game.
Three newly acquired St Louis players Sep call up Shortstop Callahan Pitcher Nichalls and Outfielder Quinlen from Battle Creek Scranton team ordered to report immediately to the St Louis Nationals. Outfielder Cather broke an ankle sliding into first base yesterday.
The city reminds residents that the final tax installment is now due. Pay promptly to avoid extra charges and penalties.
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