Baseball Fraternity and Minors Clash With National Association
Conflict erupts as minor league players in the Fraternity are told not to sign 1914 contracts amid a dispute over the Cincinnati agreement. Fultz demands fines and a 60 day suspension, NA rejects, both sides dig in while Federal league backers watch closely.
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American League Facing Court Over Cole Deal
Chicago January 25 New details emerge as American League plans to deploy funds to back Leonard King Cole dispute with Federal league rivalries loom. Boss Byron Johnson hints at a legal challenge while Ferrell delays reply amid commission meetings.
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New Irish American Athletic Club Opens at Hayward Place
The formal opening of the new home of the Irish American A A at 28 Hayward Place drew about 400 members and guests. President William C. Prout welcomed the new members who were delighted with the club headquarters.
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Ouimet and Partner Lose in Pinehurst Match
A gallery of about 3800 golf fans watched Francis Ouimet of Brookline and Jack Jolly struggle in a best ball foursome against Paul Tebksbury and Donald J. Ross at Pinehurst North Carolina. Ouimet’s play was off form as the opponents won handily.
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Chicago yachtsman buys schooner Invader
John Borden of Chicago announced the purchase of the schooner Invader. The 138 foot yacht will carry Chicago Yacht Club colors in races on the Atlantic this year, with 9400 feet of canvas.
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California Sprinter Wins 10 Yard Dash in Melbourne
At the Australasian championship meeting in Melbourne California sprinter George L. Parker won the 10 yard dash in 10.15 seconds. Ruric Templeton of the Olympic Club San Francisco placed second in the high jump.
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Morgan Signs 1914 Contract With Washington Senators
Ray Morgan visited Manager Clark Griffith and signed his 1914 season contract after the Washington club raised his stipend considerably. Griffith smiled as the deal was finalized, securing Morgan for the campaign.
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Frayed Feds Debate Spurs Tobacco Testimonial Echoes
In commentary about federal figures, the writer notes a rising tide of tobacco and safety razor testimonials tied to an expanding roster of players. The piece links broader public discourse to commercial endorsements and policy scrutiny.
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O'Neill Receives $500 Bonus for Catching Wins
Ilie Somers, president of the Naps, slipped Steve O'Neill a $500 bonus for playing more games than any Cleveland catcher last season. O'Neill is seriously considering buying a farm with the extra money.
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Weeghman Sues Ban Johnson Over Libel Claim
The statement that Charley Weeghman could sue Ban Johnson for libel and offer to sell "Wees" the Browns is a reflection on one's intellect, suggesting a harsh critique of judgment and business plans.
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Baseball reserve signings mocked by league officials
A New York report says President Gilmore claimed over 80 players reserved for National and American league clubs, but officials say 70 of those options remain unsigned. Notables like Egan Merkle Wiltse Magee Evans Wingo Mathewson Hummel Reulbach Schmidt Evers Hans Wagner and Clarke feature in the unsigned pact dynamics as 10 Highlanders stay unsigned.
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Jackson to stay with Cleveland amid higher Fed league offer
Joe Jackson, outfielder for the Cleveland Americans, says he declined a $65,000 three year offer from the Federal league and signed with Cleveland. He praises club officials, plans to join spring training in Athens, Georgia possibly after April 1 due to his father's illness.
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Carey Signs With Pittsburg Pirates
Max Carey of the Pittsburg National League club met President Dreyfuss by appointment and signed for the season. He said a Federal League offer was rejected in favor of staying with Pittsburg.
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Singers at Boston Opera House Shine in Mixed Program
A Boston Opera House concert featured Mmes Amsden d'Alvarez Sharlow Heyman and Messrs Oppezzo Ramella Devaux Giaccone. Ramella and d'Alvarez drew praise for La Boheme and La Favorita arias, Amsden sang La Gioconda, and Oppezzo offered Pagnacci. Ensemble numbers from Carmen and Il Trovatore impressed, with Grieg and Wagner selections also lauded.
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Harvard Meets McGill on Ice for Canadian Night at Boston Arena
Next Saturday Harvard faces McGill University seven of Montreal in what is billed as Canadian Night at the Boston Arena. A large crowd is expected as Harvard aims to extend its lead after beating Princeton. Between periods, Herr and Fraulein Mueller will perform a world class pair skating exhibition.
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Hockey Game Postponed Between Lexington High And Stone
The annual hockey game between Lexington High and Stone School at the Boston Arena scheduled for Friday afternoon January 30 has been postponed.
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German wrestler Gerhardt seeks rematch with Cyclone Burns
Wranz Gerhardt has informed promoter Tuohey of a return bout under the same terms as their previous fight. The proposed match would close Tuckey’s carnival at Mechanics’ Building on February 4. Gerhardt, who promises a repeat victory, credits Burns for a second chance and expects Burns to accept.
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Johnson Cobb Candid Baseball Tips From Early Stars
Walter Johnson says to pitch by simply throwing the ball and letting it fly. Ty Cobb offers a blunt batting edge that he believes will hit them hard when they are over.
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Threat to jump rattles fans in baseball circles
The remark by a Yankee player signals a broader unease about threats to jump as a sign of bravado, a notion also circulating among the Browns Reds and Cardinals in major league circles.
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Bartlett And Beals Qualify In Massachusetts Squash Tourney
In round one at the B A A courts Mathew Bartlett of the Tennis and Racquet Club and S L Beals of the B A A advance to the second round by defeating F I Emery of the Tennis and Racquet Club and D Wight of the Union Boat Club respectively.
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Reception tour at new club by Hopkins MacDonald and Foley
Edward L. Hopkins of South Boston Dr. MacDonald and Joe Foley led visitors through the building during a reception with music from leading vaudeville houses and a 2 to 5 o'clock dinner. Speakers included President W. C. Prout and local sporting figures. The tour showed lounges offices billiard room gymnasium and planned renovations for wrestling and boxing events.
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Boxing feud flares as Pollock blasts Ritchie over no-decision moves
Harry Pollock writes that Willie Ritchie dodged meetings with Freddie Welsh, describing Ritchie as cowardly for avoidant tactics and no-decision requests. Pollock notes Welsh’s ongoing aims to box top contenders and hints at a high-stakes Welsh Murphy bout if offered.
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Beals Edges Wight In Four Sets In Close Tennis Affair
Beals defeated Wight in a four set tennis match at the Union Boat Club amid long rallies and late twists. Beals won 15 12 in the first set and finally closed out 18 16 in the fifth set after a dramatic 9 4 deficit, with Wight taking the second and Beals the fourth.
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Tinker Says NL Player Asked for Lower Berth Preference
Joe Tinker notes a national league player asked during contract talks if big leaguers would get preference for lower berths on the Federal spring training trip.
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Faust Would Jump From Marion Note to Gilmore
A chaotic note from Marion Kansas reports Charley Faust seeking the address of “this fellow Gilmore” via a New York ring writer. The missive mentions a contract to Mrs and a warning that if the leg gets right he will jump in minute.
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