Cobb Predicts 1911 World Series Pitchers At Shibe Park
Ty Cobb predicts Bender will start for the Athletics and Mathewson for the Giants in the renewal of the 1911 world championship at Shibe Park. He notes the Oct 14 opener as a benchmark and says a victory would give the Athletics a strong lead while defeat leaves the title in doubt. He mentions McGraw and possible choices for manager Mack.
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Daring Strategy Shapes 1911 World Series Preview
The article weighs rain delays at Shibe Park and a battle of brains between Mack and McGraw. It notes Athletics and Giants studying each other, possible lineup changes, and the high stakes driving renewed fan excitement for the 1911 championship.
May and May Not Tease Shorter Schedules for 1912
The 1911 object lesson could trim next season, with a big show aimed to start near October 1. Yet magnates may still seek maximum revenue from fans, delaying decisions.
No Kick Coming Weather Talks Hit Hotel Investors
Philadelphia residents debate rain impact on the hotel business as investors weigh the weather’s effect amid a mild storm. The piece notes businessmen face delays and cautious plans while the city endures continual drizzle.
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Giants and Mackmen prep for pivotal game amid soggy practice
Giants practice intensively as McGraw considers lineup changes with Devlin Becker or Devore in the frame. Bender is expected to start for the visitors while Mack plans to use Plank and Coombs to halt rallies in a decisive next game.
GOSSIP OF THE BOXERS BY BILL BAILEY
The column reports on the Dillon Houck middleweight match at the Armory A. A. with prospects of future title shots for Dillon Klaus and others. It notes Frank Jans aiming to rematch Heick, and mentions Jimmy Gardner Mike Twin Sullivan Hugo Elly seeking bouts with Houck or Dillon.
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Delmarbaked Debuts Vertiform Process Bread Style
The latest Delmarbaked uses a Vertiform Process to create a straight-front loaf with ample scarf space, offering a distinct shaping feature for bakers and consumers seeking a clean profile.
Athletics Eagles Ready After Park Cleanup
October 23 Philadelphia. Connie Mack directs a park cleanup as rain and ground conditions threaten postponed games. He promises the Athletics will be ready to face the Giants tomorrow while John McGraw of the Giants, fresh from a hotel breakfast, says simply we’re going to win.
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Baker in Practice Hits Like a Fiend
In today's Athletics batting practice Baker, the standout from the first two games, hit well in five turns. He drove three balls into the enclosure between the fence and wall and later cleared the right field fence. Oldring, absent at his sister's funeral, will join tomorrow's game.
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Belmont Denies Quit Racing Plans
August Belmont Jr. chairman of the New York Jockey Club denied reports he would quit racing in America. He said he would keep breeding thoroughbreds at his nursery stock farm near Lexington and not move horses to England or France.
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World Series Rain Delays Practice at Shibe Park
Philadelphia reports a rainout and muddy Shibe Park grounds postpone today's game. Giants and Phillies conduct limited workouts while fans and clubs face smaller receipts and ongoing season debates on the long schedule and upcoming contests.
Benders Signal Work Alarms Philadelphia Fans
Philadelphia public amused as Hall of Famer Chief Bender performs comic signals on a city street before a game. He boards a car, adjusts his cane, and mimics signals to Ira Thomas, drawing surprised glances from bystanders and a scribe who knows him well.
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Murray or Griffith to Manage Senators
Washington tabloid report says no manager chosen yet for 1912 to replace James A McAleer who left for Boston. Candidates include Billy Murray and Clark Griffith, both former managers, with Hughey Jennings possible but blocked by stock demands. owners seek a suitable successor.
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