Smith Reinstated by League President Amid Controversy
Billy Smith has been reinstated by the league president amid rejoicing in Atlanta. President Kavanaugh’s ruling faced criticism as supporters say the decision restores Smith to manage the team from the bench. The Memphis and New Orleans teams were mentioned in related notes, while Fox's forearm injury shows steady healing with a possible return to play by Monday.
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Georgian Teams Clash In Controverted Paper Game
A controversial charity style baseball challenge pits The News Team against The Georgian in a rough match. The bout features 176 pound stakes, strict conduct rules, and umpire Walter Taylor with Jim Fox assisting. Players must be paper staff from the papers with gloves and bats supplied by attendees.
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Eatet Kelluni
Herlgen Rickarl
White
Johnnie Coble
Local tennis duo chosen for Tri-State tourney
Bryan Grant and Nate Thornton have been selected by the Southern Tennis Association to represent the region at the Tri-State tournament in September.
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Tristate
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Sunday Baseball Results Across Cities
Sunday results list games from the American Association and other leagues, including Toledo 6 St. Paul 2 and Minneapolis 6 Columbus 2, with multiple scores across Shreveport New Orleans Chicago and Newark. Individual matchups feature teams like Milwaukee Louisville and Montreal Baltimore.
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Labor Day Bicycle Racing at Medmont Park
Labor Day celebration features serious bike races led by Gus Castle at Medmont Park on September 3. Events include one mile novice, one mile amateur championship, ten mile motorcycle race, five mile amateur motor paced, five mile handicap, all open to southern riders and held under National Cycling Association rules.
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Atlanta Athletic Club Plans East Lake Regatta in September
Members met at East Lake boat house to organize a regatta with boat races canoe races and examining races slated for September on either the first or second Saturday. Details remain sketchy but the event promises elaborate arrangements and admission offerings.
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Men Who Are Helping Birmingham Win
Three members of a team are highlighted as key to Birmingham’s success. One note shows a player nicknamed Moley in a batting crouch while coach Seer watches. Gear, who managed Little Rock, is described as valuable to the Baron's staff.
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Hare
Birmingham
Harry Vaughn
Moley
Weige Gear
Little Rock
Revolt from Southern League Could Shift Atlanta to South Atlantic
The Atlanta Baseball Association contemplates leaving the Southern League for the South Atlantic, aiming to include Birmingham. Supporter Lowry Arnold says Atlanta and Birmingham members in the South Atlantic would create a strong, compact league with shorter rail hops and steadier attendance. President Joyner expresses openness to change, criticizing current leadership and perceived bias toward New Orleans and Charley Frank.
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League realignment debate stirs Birmingham group
President R M H Baugh of the Birmingham Baseball Association criticizes President Kavanaugh for poor decisions guiding a proposed shift from the Southern League to the South Atlantic League. He cites costly investigative meetings and votes he sees as biased. The matter involves the Southern League, South Atlantic League, and the National Association and awaits action.
Atlanta Manager Accused of League Ruin and Abuse
The piece recounts charges against Atlanta manager Milly Smith alleging league manipulation, salary violations, and abuse of players and officials. It cites New Orleans and Birmingham reactions, calls for action, and claims Smith attacked umpire Shuster and faced disciplinary bans.
Play Tie Game Between Maddox Rockers and D Presbsterians
In a close Saturday game Maddox Rockers and D Presbsterians tied the score as darkness halted play. Maddox Rockers led until the seventh before Isley Sima and Allen produced a two run swing for D Presbsterians. In the ninth a wild throw and a single produced more scoring before darkness ended the contest with Maddox Rockers at the plate and one out in the ninth.
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Two Shoots at Lakewood at Atlanta Gun Club
The Atlanta Gun Club ran two shoots at its Lakewood facility on Friday and Saturday. Notable performers included Poole, Bebenhofer, Freeman, Worthen, and Carnes with high scores and several 2s and 3s amid a display of expert marksmen.
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Zeller Sweeps Doubleheader for Atlanta In Montgomery
Reuben Zeller pitched a dominant two game win for Atlanta Ratoring against Montgomery on August 6. Scores were 3 to 1 and 5 to 0 as Zeller allowed four hits in the first game and two in the second, delivering a stellar performance with solid defense backing him.
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Crackers Strive For Rise As Memphis Team Leads
The Memphis team gains ground while the Crackers lag by a game in third place. Atlanta clings to fourth with Birmingham ahead. Zeller wins a doubleheader trip to Atlanta and returns to the squad after a personal stopover.
National Rifle Championship Draws 1000 Competitors
New Jersey prepares for a major life tournament on August 27 with at least 1000 sharp shooters from the army navy marine corps and National Guard. Alabama Arkansas Louisiana Mississippi Colorado New Mexico Oklahoma join 35 state teams and West Point in the national team match for a twelve man squad. Cash prizes total 4241 with 400 second 320 third 150 fourth and 100 fifth. Roosevelt expected to attend with General Bell and Governor Stokes at the little white house during the event.
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Goldfield Set to Host Nelson Fight Says Boxer
Salt Lake City August 6 There are no prospects of the Gann Nelson bout being held in San Francisco Battling Nelson arrived at his hotel and said he does not know Billy Nolans whereabouts Nolan is still in the city and will meet Eddie Graney today They will probably meet in Ogden Nelson says Goldfield has offered every courtesy and he believes the match will take place in Goldfield regardless of Sacramento offers Nelson notes Nolans control of arrangements and Graneys arrival today
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Maher Defeats Atlanta Boxer in Four Round Bout
On a Saturday night at the Casino theater Rome Gu Ang Peter Maher a former champion met Jack Foy of Atlanta the Souths middleweight champion in a fast four round exhibition before about 1000 spectators. Maher pressured Foy all four rounds and in the final seconds of the fourth landed a left hook that sent Foy to his knees just as the gong rang likely saving him from a knockout.
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Capitol Avenue Race Track Scores Align With New Record
In a close contest at the Capitol Avenue track, a notable race produced a high score and new record marks. Key figures included Kit Betting and Hoe-tip of va arenas, with bets noted at three bits as the event drew to a finish.
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Confidential loans on valuables at Nat Kaiser & Co
Bargains offered on unredeemed valuables at 15 Decatur Street Kimball Hout. Nat Kaiser & Co advertises confidential loans against items of value with quick appraisal and discreet service.
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