The Hit That Won the Game Dodgers and Athletics
The quote describes a game where a decisive hit decided the outcome. The speaker notes the play was not an error but a result of infield pull, with the Athletics scoring two runs afterward. It reflects on the series history and belief that Bender cannot repeat the performance. The strain of continuous base runners and constant pitching pressure is highlighted.
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Collins
McGraw
Marquard
Mack
Breaks Favor Athletics In World Series Thriller
In a tense game illustrated by bold pitching and sharp defense, the Athletics benefited from key breaks. Baker and Collins carried the offense, while Merkle’s controversial three strike call and a late injury reshaped the New York lineup for game two.
Inside Battle Damps Dark Day in Giants Athletics Duel
The game was a fast, hard hitting draw with minimal inside play. Marquard struggled with location while Bender and Baker featured strong defense and power. Baker homered off Marquard and Barry’s miscue cost the Athletics a run as Doyle mishandled a grounder while watching Collins.
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Burns
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Athletics
Doyle
Collins
NAPS WIN SECOND FROM THE PIRATES IN CLEVELAND
Cleveland defeats Pittsburg Nationals 2 to 1 in 11 innings in a pitchers duel. Dolan Viox and Wagner produced Cleveland runs while Jackson made key defensive plays. Tomorrow’s game set for Pittsburg as 2,500 fans witness tight scoring and notable pitching by Robinson and Gregg.
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Pittsburg Nationals
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Robinson
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Gregg
Dolan
Viox
Wagner
Johnston
Miller
Wilson
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Simon
Jackson
Lajoie
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Chapman
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Fans Propose The Giants Lose In World Series
Fans leave the stadium with many ideas on why the Giants did not win. Suggestions blame management and players with calls to start Tesreau, yank Marquard sooner, grooved pitches, misjudged fly balls, or shuffled fielding. All agree Frank Baker should be barred from world championship battles.
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McGraw
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Baker
Shafer
Schang
Snodgrass
Women Dress For Severe Weather At Game
The crowd braved the forecast as women arrive in sport coats and millinery, ready for anything the elements might offer while eagerly awaiting their favorite teams.
Merkle's Lucky Play Tops St Louis Scene
In the sixth inning Merkle dodges a tag and a wrong call to steal first base and then score. The sequence follows a disputed third strike and a late out as Egan rules no dropped ball. McGraw’s undiscussed words and the crowd’s cheers close the moment.
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Merkle
Schang
Kilem
Melnnis
Egan
McGraw
World Series Delay Gives Court Witness Chance
A Philadelphia hearing was postponed to await the World Series appearance of Harry Rosenthal, a key witness in the John Fox case. Magistrate Eisenbrown said the trial would resume in a week, noting Rosenthal’s attendance at the Athletics Giants series in New York.
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Eisenbrown
Central Station
Harry Rosenthal
Kensington Avenue
John Fox
Masgistrate Eisenbrown
New York
Athletics
Giants
Rosenthal
Connie Mack Smiles At Baker Home Run Rally
Baker homered and trotted in as Eddie Collins first greeted him. The dugout scene drew notable reactions from teammates and Giants including Connie Mack with a broad grin and John McGraw wearing a Napoleon on ship to St Helena expression.
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Baker
Eddie Collins
Connie Mack
John McGraw
Napoleon
St. Helena
Giant Regulars Arrange Shares From World Series Money
The 1929 World Series money will be divided by the Giants star players. Twenty players will share 22 shares of the 25 shares total. The remaining three shares go as half shares to McLean Thorpe Grant Cooper and Fromme and a quarter share to Schupp and to the widow of Ground Keeper Murphy.
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McLean
Thorpe
Grant
Cooper
Fromme
Schupp
Murphy
Post Sporting Dept Updates From Fort Hill 5200
Call Fort Hill 5200 this afternoon for live game progress as the Post Sporting Department provides updates on the match.
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Post Sporting Department
World Series Fever Grips Post Bulletin Board Crowds
Thousands crowded Washington Street watching bulletin boards and megaphone reports as the Athletics beat the Phillies in a dramatic world series game. Fans cheered Home Run Baker and split cheers for both teams while police kept sidewalks clear. After the final flash, celebrations faded as the crowd dissipated, leaving a sense of shared excitement.
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Post
Baker
Athletics
Wentlemen
Philadelphia
Y M C A Opening Night Draws Large Crowd
The opening night at the Y M C A attracted hundreds as multiple departments showcased strong fall and winter programs. Gymnasiums hosted events with spectators around the running track and balcony while the natatorium drew many ladies to watch a swimming exhibition by Hebden H. Corsan and Sam Richards with the I Street Swimming Club. Corsan, the international Y M C A swimming teacher for America, will base in Boston this season.
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Sam Richards
I. Street Swimming Club
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Boston Association
Fort Hill 5200 World Series Update Line
Post Sporting Department provides latest returns from the World Series upon request through the Fort Hill operator.
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Fort Hill
Post Sporting Department
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