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Newspaper
Big Piney Examiner
Location
Big Piney, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1914
Page
5
Frank Office Evanston Wyoming presents a stamp for Settlers Main Street two doors from the Land Office in Evanston. The note references dealings with the U S Land and Department at Stamp with emphasis on official procedures.
Big Chief Stallings lauds Frank Chance of the New York club as the dark horse of the American league. He praises Chance's nerve, executive ability, and roster moves including Truesdale and Maisel, and notes Caldwell's curveball and Johnson's speed as top assets.
George McQuillan has regained his top pitching form from his Phillies days and strengthens the Pirates in their drive for the pennant. The 29 year old star, famed for solid defense and timely hitting, teams with Babe Adams to shoulder the mound load as the Pirates contend for the flag.
A postal card addressed to the greatest pitcher on earth arrived in Chicago and was sent to Walter Perry Johnson. Known as Smokeball Walter, he filed the note among his varied holdings of bank stock railway bonds and gilt edge mortgages.
Yale baseball stars Long John Reilly and Harry Le Gore attract major league interest. Reilly, Yale third baseman, bat .440 and leads intercollegiate play with pro offers from New York Nationals and Americans, Philadelphia Athletics, and both Boston clubs. Le Gore, from Mercersburg, shortstop and freshman captain, has a $4 000 yearly offer from Connie Mack and may turn pro after Yale career.
IAMOND NOTES report updates on players across teams. Outfielder Outfielder Tennant of Sacramento is mentioned with Be Selane Cees. Spokane is noted as a destination. Arthur Wilson of the Chifeds is struck often but not enough to miss division play. Pirates eye NL bunting. Pat Ragoo seeks daily starts. Heime Wagner vows return to Red Sox after a layoff. Low Criger to receive a benefit from players nationwide.
Birdie Cree, ex New York Americans, now plays for Baltimore in the International league. Once a leading American league hitter, his last season showed a sharp decline after being sent to the minor leagues.
President Robert B. Ward of the Brooklyn Federal league club denies making an offer to Joe Cantillon manager of the Minneapolis American Association club. He calls the seven year contract report ridiculous and says the club is satisfied with Bill Bradley as manager.
The report outlines a renewal effort to stabilize finances and secure funds amid a held situation. Key figures include Caseman and others of similar standing working toward a coordinated resolution.
The Atlanta Constitution notes the Federals aim to play solid ball in their inaugural season and weather early storms, projecting a regular league by 1915. It also predicts the Puderais will persevere and gain recognition.
Al Dumaree secured the Giants first victory while earning praise for his unusual pitching style dubbed the Ralph Rose delivery by Jack Miller. The ace baffled hitters as he delivered another stellar showing and walked off with the win.
Aat With Beaumont Jake Ast a former White Sox infielder is released by the New Orleans club and will play second base for the Beaumont Tea league club.
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