Ruth Beats Out Walter Johnson In Gridiron Pitch Duel
Babe Ruth out-pitched Hall of Famer Walter Johnson in a 1 to 0 nine inning duel, with Ruth driving in the decisive run on a eighth inning sacrifice fly. Scott Barrry and Thomas starred for Boston while Shanks and Ainsmith led Washington as the crowd of under 2000 watched a pitchers battle.
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Quincy Cigars Show Confidence in Their Brand
Quincy cigars are marked with the cigar name and maker on every stick. The text notes the pride in the product and its manufacturers and mentions rising demand for the even quality ten cent smoke in Boston.
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Cleveland Noses Out Tigers 4-3 in Tight Tilt
Cleveland defeated Detroit 4 to 3 as Bagby and Boland pitched well. Detroit failed to tie in the ninth when Speaker hauled in Crawford's drive. Graney Speaker Roth Bush Veach drove in runs for Cleveland while Wambsganss was noted for a miscue.
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Yanks Release Pitchers Enright and Ferguson
The New York American League club announced the release of pitcher Jack Enright to Richmond of the International League and pitcher Alexander Ferguson to Utica of the New York State League. Enright had been sent to Toronto earlier, then returned last week, with New York still holding options on both players.
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Sports Luminaries Chase Records Amid War News and Yankee Happenings
Amid wedding bells for George Stallings and a Dodgers win for Wilbert Robinson, this roundup notes iron man pitching streaks, No hit attempts, and near-record feats. It reports Jess Willard’s absence from a Jubilee, Joe Higgins’ Bayonne run, Kilbane’s New York reluctance, Strangler Lewis in Boston, and New England intercollegiate plans at Tech Field.
Rumor Sparks Owner Search for Clark Griffith Club
Washington circles buzz over potential new ownership of Clark Griffith’s team as Ban Johnson reportedly seeks a buyer. The unsettled talks point to a major reshaping of the club’s future under possible new leadership.
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National and regional basketball matchups listed
American pairings include Boston at Washington and New York at Philadelphia, with Chicago visiting St. Louis and Cleveland traveling to Detroit. National slate features Brooklyn at Boston and Philadelphia at New York.
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Harvard cancels interscholastic track meet in Cambridge
Harvard athletic authorities announced the cancellation of the interscholastic track meet set for next Saturday at the Stadium. The war reduced entries and competing schools, with Exeter Worcester Academy and Hebron Academy among those entered but many regular contenders absent. Marshal Joffre and Vice-Premier Viviani were expected in Cambridge that day.
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Falkenberg Debut Proves Costly for Athletics
Philadelphia pitcher Cy Falkenberg struggled in his Philadelphia debut as New York beat the Athletics 9 to 4. Earned runs were few for Philadelphia with many unearned due to errors by Falkenberg and teammates, while McInnis and Miller provided key hits for New York.
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Chicago Cubs Hold Pirates to 4-1
Chicago defeated Pittsburg 4 to 1 as Grimes wildness aided a second inning lead. Seaton pitched nine for Chicago with Cooper relieving to finish the game, allowing two runs on six hits.
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Weights at Welsh Kilbane Fight and other athletic notes
Welsh weighed about 139 pounds and Kilbane 130 in the Welsh Kilbane bout. Questions about the aps Club Memorial Day meet and the Lawrence to Lowell Marathon. Banting Club to hold its annual field day as before. Sanctions for amateur meets available via J Frank Facey 36 Prospect Street Cambridgeport. World Series 1903 games: Boston 5 Pittsburg 3.
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Harlem Sporting Club Suspended Indefinitely in New York
State Athletic Commission Secretary W F Mathewson suspended the Harlem Sporting Club for an indefinite period. Boxers Jimmy O Hagan Albany and Tom Cowler English were suspended for actions at the club last Friday night. Cowler missed a scheduled bout with J Lester Johnson claiming illness. O Hagan would not fight until $500 at ringside was paid. Delayed bout led to refunds demand from spectators.
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Giants Edge Quakers 2-1 in Philadelphia Comeback Victory
New York Nationals beat Philadelphia 2 to 1 as Burns tripled and Kauff doubled for two early runs. Tesreau and Lavender pitched well. Philadelphia scored on Robertson’s error and Luderus’ sacrifice fly. Time 1h42m. Also notice Mike Paulson seeks bouts in Boston.
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