West Virginia Mourns Death Of Mowery Baseball Star
West Virginia University grieves for Cassell W. Mowery the first baseman who died after being struck on the head by a pitched ball during a game with the University of Pittsburg. His body lay in state at the Delta Tau Delta chapter house in Morgantown before funeral arrangements. The university and fraternity malady told through statements from coaches and campus leaders mourn the loss of a dedicated athlete and student.
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Higgins Wins Johnny Overton Memorial Cup at Travers Island
Walter Egins won the Johnny Overton Memorial Cup by taking the two mile with a time of 9 44 at Travers Island for the third consecutive year. Rick of New York A C was second, Robinson Moore of Columbia third. Dick Landon of New York A C placed second in the run high jump with 6 3 due to Halloran’s 6 1 winning jump. Leroy Brown failed to place with 6 2. James W Todd of New York A C won the 100 yard dash in 10 1 with a five yard handicap. Loren Murchison, handicapped, finished in 10 2.
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Power Company shuts out Hardware team in 9-0 game
Appalachian Power defeated Bluefield Hardware Georgia Lumber 9 to 0 yesterday. Pitcher Sheffey allowed only one hit and struck out thirteen across five innings before the game was called.
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Baseball rules quiz on fair ball in foul line and infield fly
The moment a batted ball touches first or third base it becomes fair even if it falls foul afterward. An infield fly is a judgment call by the umpire when an infielder could handle the ball. Interference calls require action, not intent. The international pass rule cited catcher movement drew no aid. Coaches’ actions do not affect rulings unless a play is being made on the runner.
Pocahontas to Meet Norfolk And Western Shop Team at Bramwell
This afternoon at 3 30 p m Pocahontas hosts the Norfolk and Western shop team from Roanoke on Bramwell hall ground. The visitors include Boots Williams Lefty Dean and peers and a good game is assured.
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Three Lunatics Escape From London Asylum
Two men and a woman confined at the London County Asylum escaped by sliding down a forty foot rope made of sheets.
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Pistest Detroit Yankees? Pillette Holds Indians Cafe in Tigers Pound Ball
Detroit defeated Cleveland 9 to 1 as Pillette held the Indians with eight hits allowed. Heilmann hit a fifth inning home run and Gene Gleason contributed two base hits while Coveleskie started and was relieved after five. Pat Collins’ home run powered the Cardinals to victory in another game.
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Emmke Bests Yankees With Six-Hit Game
New York hosting the Red Sox saw a 7 to 3 loss as Howard Ebmke settled after a rough start to hold the Yankees to six hits. George Burns led the visitors with four hits in five plate appearances including a double, while Chale's lineup chased the mound with seven runs.
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Pat Collins Delivers Game Winning Home Run for St. Louis
In Chicago on June 2 Pat Collins hit a decisive home run as St. Louis beat Chicago 8 to 5 to claim a second straight win. with two on and one out in the eighth, Collins batted for Pruett after Cvengros started the ninth and Thurston finished. Vangilder Danforth Kolp Pruett and Severeid and Schalk were the other pitchers and batters noted in the box score.
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Senators Break Losing Streak With Second Win Over Phillies
Washington ends seven game slide by beating Philadelphia 6 to 3 in the second game after a 7 to 6 loss. Hauser hits two homers for Philadelphia while Johnson outpitched Walberg.
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International League scores list partial results
Jersey City beat Baltimore 7 to 4 in game one and 6 to 1 in game two. Syracuse defeated Toronto 3 to 2, with Toronto winning game two 3 to 0 in seven innings by agreement. Reading routed Newark 16 to 8 while Rochester routed Buffalo 6 to 3.
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Unofficial Scores Reported for City League Games
The results show Kansas City 5 over Indianapolis 3 and Minneapolis 9 over Columbus 10, Milwaukee 4 over Louisville 6, St Paul 7 over Toledo 6. Scores reflect brief league play and standings updates.
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Criqui Wins Title In Dramatic Knockout Of Kilbane
The boxing match ends with Criqui dethroning Kilbane in the third round. Spectators praise Criqui’s decisive victory while Kilbane shows declining stamina and aging legs. Promoters report receipts around $80,000 amid high costs. Kilbane to receive $100,000 and Criqui $30,000.
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Bluefield Telephone Defeats Methodists in Usable League Game
The Hello Boys from Bland Street beat the Methodists at the fair ground in the best community league game so far this season. Hare and Crenshaw pitched well. N Hallman was out sick, but C Hallman stepped in to save the day.
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Reds extend winning streak with 2 1 win over Cubs
Cincinnati edged Chicago 2 to 1 to stretch its streak to six straight. Donahue pitched a six inning gem as Cincinnati scored in the seventh on a single, error and triple. Chicago stranded bases in the final two innings.
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Brooklyn Beats Boston 4-2 Behind Highs Homer
High hit a fifth inning home run off McNamara with one aboard to spark Brooklyn’s 4-2 win over Boston. McCarren provided strong support as Vance recovered from early difficulties, while Smith starred for Boston in the field. Score by innings shows Brooklyn 000 030 001 and Boston 101 00 000.
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Fewer Women Lawyers Reported in London Bar Exams
London reports indicate a significant drop in women taking the last bar examination to qualify as lawyers. The data highlights a decline in female entrants and suggests changing trends in the profession.
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MOWERY DIES FROM BRAIN INJURY IN BASEBALL GAME
Morgantown June 2 Morgantown reports the death of W Mowery of Clarksburg first baseman for West Virginia University after a Memorial Day collision with a pitched ball from Swetonic of the University of Pittsburg. He died from intracranial pressure after brain concussion and surgery. he was 21 and a law sophomore active in basketball and football. The alumni varsity game was halted upon news of his death.
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College Baseball Scores Across Northeast and New England
In Pennsylvania and New England venues, Franklin and Marshall beat Haverford 2 to 1 in Lancaster. Georgetown shut Holy Cross 9 to 0 in Worcester. Amherst defeated Wesleyan 4 to 1 in Amherst. Brown won 9 to 4 against Harvard in Cambridge. Princeton topped Yale 14 to 5 in New Haven. Yale freshmen fell to Harvard freshmen 17 to 9 in Cambridge. Pittsburgh defeated Pennsylvania 9 to 2 in Philadelphia. Penn State beat Waynesburg 12 to 6 in State College.
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Wallie Schang Faces Potential Year End After Injuries
New York June 2 Ballclub sources say Wallie Schang, sidelined by frequent injuries, may miss the season. Doctors at St Vincents Hospital will finish diagnosis and may operate if needed.
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