Organized Baseball Backed by Public in Federal League Fight
Cincinnati report on January 7 shows National League President John K Tener asserting public opinion will side with organized baseball if the Federal League wages a contract dispute war. He argues the reserve clause and the national agreement pose no real threat, praising the sport’s organization and fairness to players.
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Greater Amboy Amusement Company formed to back Perth Amboy club
The Greater Amboy Amusement Company was formed in Perth Amboy New Jersey to finance the Perth Amboy club of the Eastern league formerly the New York and New Jersey league. Max Gibran was elected president and William Pfau will serve as secretary and treasurer. Perth Amboy granted a league franchise as the eighth city. A three year lease for a local ground was signed and contracts for stands and a club house will be awarded soon.
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St. John's Prep Looks Ahead With Large Basketball Contingent
More than 30 candidates reported for St. John's Preparatory School basketball practice in the gymnasium yesterday afternoon as the outlook for a strong team develops.
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Veterans Return Boost For Team Forming Fresh Lineup
Three veterans from last season Butler Donahue Lynch lead the squad with Captain Butler as forward, Donahue at center, and Lynch at guard. New players Smith of Somerville and Smith of Brockton shine as promising forwards, with Welch at center and Haskell and Connell at backs.
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Ganzel Fund Receives Early Support For Charley Ganzel
The Ganzel fund to aid Charley Ganzel, famed Boston Red Stockings catcher, shows a prompt response on day one. Donations arrive from former club owners and fans, including a ten dollar gift from Wendree Gammon and a letter from Herman Nickerson noting Ganzel is a reliable baseball figure in need.
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Ad Brennan and Packard in talks with Federal league
Chicago January 7 Ad Brennan left handed pitcher for the Philadelphia National League club and Eugene Packard another left hander, tied to Cincinnati last year, are the latest major leaguers linked to the Federal league. They met with Manager Tinker and President Gilmore at the Old Colony building. Brennan, star of the NL last season, won 14 and lost 12 with 4 strikeouts and no wild pitches. Packard, touted by Tinker as Cincinnati’s best twirler, went 7 and 11 with 63 strikeouts. Gilmore showed concern as these stars entered the Federal offices while a conference with newspaper men was in progress. Both Brennan and Packard declined to discuss contracts, saying they were merely visiting Manager Tinker.
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Gilhooley Signs 1914 Contract With New York Club
New York reports Frank Gilhooley signed a 1914 contract after being purchased from Montreal for 10 000 dollars last season. President Frank Farrell of the American League club announced the signing tonight.
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Howe and Robinson bolster Exeter track prospects
Exeter Academy welcomed Irving T. Howe former Boston English captain and Arthur S. Robinson Mercersburg sprinter as new prospects at the start of the term. Howe surprised locals by applying to Exeter while it was believed he would return to Westbrook Seminary in Maine.
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Exeter Boxing Prospects Rise With Howe and Robinson
Exeter's bid for a stellar 191? track season hinges on Howe and Robinson joining the squad after school dismissals. Robinson, from Mercersburg, faced curfew violations while Howe, from Westbrook, missed due to finances, but both claim flawless records and aim to boost Exeter's relay and Pennsylvania carnival hopes.
Inclosed Cars Shine at 1914 New York Auto Show
New York crowds at the 14th national automobile show at Grand Central Palace inspect inclosed cars from many makers. Highlights include Locomobile Longchamps and Peerless Sedan, Willys Knight four-cylinder sleeve valve, Hudson sixes, Regal underslung models, Metz Torpedo, Maxwell and Mitchell lines, Sultanic models, and Jackson’s diverse 1914 lineup with A. L. Judd attending for New England.
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Johnson Offered Bout With Gunboat Smith for World Title
San Francisco January 71 A cable from local promoters offers Jack Johnson a title fight against Gunboat Smith. The match would be held near the Mexican border at Tia Juana on July 4, four years after Johnson’s victory over Jim Jeffries. Smith reportedly agrees to terms.
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Hedlund and Halpin in Paterson Meet
Oscar Hedlund the BA A speedster and captain Tom Halpin will represent Boston at the Elks indoor meet in Paterson New Jersey on January 21. Hedlund enters the 1000 yard run while Halpin runs the 90 yard dash as coach Jack Ryder expects peak form to start the indoor season.
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Egan option extended on Richard Ryan to Feb 7
The Brooklyn team holds on Second Baseman Richard Ryan has been extended through February 7, pushing the deadline from January 7. This renewal signals ongoing negotiations and team interest in securing Ryan for the upcoming season.
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