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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1915
Page
6
The article outlines Willie Hoppe’s view on starting strong in billiards and explains massé and bridge techniques. It covers offhand masse, delicate nursing strokes, close draw bridges, and fall routines with illustrated guidance and emphasis on cue control and table protection.
The piece quotes Pratt selecting Aversund Aphaeos of Weabington Shore, Fos me of Boeten, Scost of Chicago, Michail of Claveland, and Johnson as the toughest to face. It praises Foster, Ayers, and Cicotte for varied repertoire while noting Johnson as the fastest. The article mixes praise with critique of right and left handed batters facing top arms.
A vivid baseball scene recalls Charles Comiskey and Denest-Roger Comiskey in a tense game. The sphinx like pitcher dominates seven innings with only scattered hits as crowds watch his controls and the pitcher endures taunts from the opposing dugout.
The sport moves to a single code aligning with AAU style. Dribbling must be continuous and a ball touched by both hands or held momentarily must be passed. No feints while dribbling. Personal fouls disqualify after four. Free throws awarded for fouls, guards limited by blocking rules.
The article argues for specialization as key in baseball mirroring business trends. It highlights Buck Ewing as history’s greatest all around player, cites Artie Hofman as a modern versatile star, and notes shifts in positions and pitching roles among players.
Outfielder recounts a bizarre 1906 game where three balls were live at once. The incident involved Mansfeld, Doc Bailey, and a chaotic sequence with misplayed fouls and multiple fielders chasing balls, ending with three in play and everyone reacting wildly.
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