Cubs Still a Fighting Machine in National League Race
The Cubs prove they can contend for the pennant after beating the Giants in New York, closing the gap to ten games. Evers and Tinker shine at the Polo Grounds, while Philadelphia's strong pitching and improved form complicate the chase as Pittsburgh Cincinnati St Louis Brooklyn and Boston jockey for position. The author warns the Cubs remain dangerous and within striking distance.
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Joe
Johnny” Evers
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Quakers
Eppa Rixey
University of Virginia
Boston Nationals
Pirates
Pittsburg
Clarke
O’toole
Marquard
Cincinnati
Reds
St. Louis
Brooklyn
Boston
Cardinals
Wagner
Washington
Detroit
Milam
Johnson
Griffith
Basten
McClure
Real bout right here this week by Doc
The column previews a Tuesday arena bout Dan Flynn of Boston vs Jim Barry of Chicago. It notes other sports mentions including results in St Louis and Caledonian Grove ten mile race, Sam Langford vs Sam McVey, umpire Kerins, Leo Callahan to the Senate, Abe Attell vs Tommy Murphy with commentary on form and prospects.
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Messrs
Johnson
Wolgast
Kilbane
Dan
Porky” Flynn
Boston
Jim Barry
Chicago
Caledonian Grove
Queal
Woods
Abe Attell
Tommy Murphy
Abe
Athletics
St. Louis
Detroit
Cleveland
Stahl
Broad Jump Records and Baseball Facts from Historic Letters
A compilation of reader notes covering athletic events and figures: Eddie Murphy and Tommy O Keefe, Tom Sharkey and Jim Jeffries, Walter Johnson's pitching record, Boston Chicago double header attendance, Jack Twin Sullivan and Jim Stewart bout, Cobb’s hitting in Detroit Philadelphia game, Jim Barry’s nationality, and various baseball pennants and prize payments.
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Boston
Eddie Murphy
Tommy O’keefe
Philadelphia
Duxbury Reader
Tom Sharkey
Jim Jeffries
Brockton
Walter Johnson
Washington
Chicago
Query
Jack Twin Sullivan
New York
Jim Stewart
Tom Kennedy
Query—Cobb
Detroit
Slump Hopes in Race for pennant as Red Sox defend lead
The piece weighs the tight pennant chase among Boston Red Sox Washington and Chicago White Sox. It notes Boston's strong hold and stress as teams like Detroit and Philadelphia threaten, with analysts predicting late-race psychology and possible shifts as pitchers falter and veterans hold firm.
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Red Sox
Washington
Stahl
White Sox
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Detroit
Callahan
Open Gunner Langford bout ringside at Pilgrim A A event
The bout marks the reopening of glove festivities under Pilgrim A A with heavy action expected. Barry and Porky have both fought Langford. fans expect fireworks if both are in condition. Referee Flaherty will decide, likely not a draw. Prelims feature Spider Murphy vs Teddy Murphy, Al Reddy vs Joe Farren, and Billy Allen vs Gilbert Gallant. All applicants for membership refused after 4 tomorrow afternoon.
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Pilgrim A. A
Barry
Langford
Sam
Porky
Spider Murphy
Teddy Murphy
al Reddy
Chelsea
Joe Farren
East Boston
Billy Allen
Syracuse
N. C
Gilbert Gallant
South Lawrence Jack Howard Sets 20-Foot World Record
Jack Howard shatters the world mark with a 20 foot zone clearance in the pole vault event, drawing attention from South Lawrence athletics. The performance stands as a landmark achievement for the era and cements Howard as a leading figure in the sport.
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South Lawrence
Jack Howard
Zin
Bridge Closure Delays Tyngsboro Link Until August Fifteenth
Tyngsboro to Lowell bridge will stay shut through Aug. 15 for repairs. Motorists are advised to detour via Appleton street and Westford street toward Wilder along the Merrimac shore. Also notes a car race in Milwaukee featuring Caleb Bragg and updates on automotive executives and the Belgium Grand Prix results.
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Lowell Boulevard
Lowell
Nashua
Appleton Street
Westford Street
Wilder
Milwaukee
Wis
Caleb Bragg
New York
Cincinnati
Caley
Savannah
Santer Monica
Bragg
Bruce Brown
Umpire Reverses Call in Rochester Game
Umpire Murray of the International League caused a reversal last Thursday in Rochester by overturning his colleague Mathews decision from the seventh inning of the Providence game. Mathews concurred in the reversal.
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Murray
International League
Rochester
Mathews
Providence
Grand Circuit Trotting Meet Opens in Pittsburg
In Pittsburg on Brurot's Island the Grand Circuit trotting meet begins tomorrow and runs through Friday. The event brings top American horses to a 150 acre Ohio River site near the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers with extensive river boat, trolley, and ferry service laid on. The Matron Stake for 8 year old trotters, valued at about $10,000, is the main attraction with at least 15 horses expected to start.
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Brurot's Island
Ohio River
Allegheny
Monongahela
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