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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1914
Page
5
The six day bicycle race in New York and Newark is described as a controversial event with huge food intakes, brutal endurance, and heavy pay. Riders faced grueling wakes, large prize pools, and hopes of drawing crowds while debates over sport value persisted. The article notes teams forming and dissolving, wages versus prizes, and remarkable stamina from veterans like Tim Moran as the sport’s pressures and rewards unfold.
The medical faculty reports that intense training for intercollegiate rowing caused heart strain and serious injuries among freshmen and cadets from 1911 to 1914. Of 50 men training, 23 were WW men with hypertrophy or cardiomyopathy, and 7 developed issues before making the crew, prompting the ban on rowing.
The year delivered a string of upsets across sports led by the Mares defeating the Athletics and Wicked dominance in brief games. Giants faced pressure in the World Series while Yankees and Braves jolted critics. St Louis surprised with a late climb, and boxing saw Freddie Welsh overpower Willem Ritchie. George Chin fell to Al McCoy in a quick first round submission of expectations.
Critics urge the Baseball Writers Association to tighten testing for batting awards arguing Ty Cobb earns honors despite playing only about half the games. They note contenders like Wadie Collins, Joe Jackson, and Biddle logged far more appearances, suggesting a fairer metric be adopted.
The piece notes a rebound in thoroughbred racing as larger tracks in Saratoga and Brighton close and smaller meets emerge around New York City. It highlights the popularity of steeplechase and hunter breeding, the impact of European war on demand, and the enduring role of horses in military use. It also includes a feature on Why Shortstops are deemed the hardest defensive position, with Wood Magee explaining the demanding throws and range required.
An early baseball discussion outlines the use of the "sailer" ball, describing its grip, touch, and effect on spin. It notes attempts to regulate the pitch by banning the device after Hur Keating of the New York Americans popularized a similar method and discusses catcher tactics and safety implications for pitchers and sluggers.
A glimpse of the upcoming Horsa Show in New York describes a charity event at Central Park and Sitti Avenue with a horse parade, a jury led by Mills, and a special prize pool surpassing prior national competition. It notes Yon Corte and militia mounts, a sprint race, and a dramatic finish under show flags.
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