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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1914

Page

4

Feds Offer Big sum for Maranville Rejected by Star

The Federal Ties offer a large contract to Hall of Fame shortstop Maranville for the National League season, but he declined. Reports say scouts remain optimistic about signing the Brave star, with further offers rumored.

FEDS Maranville Bsacca Teasue Tis Rabatt Star Hort National “League Maran Rita Caid Seoute Che Wetaee Tse McCue Pete Boston Caspbell Zie

Vale Loses First Hockey Game of Year

Yale coach Tom Howard credited the team’s effort after Vale dropped the opening contest. Captain Sweeney and standout Connors praised the Canadian stars in the New Haven lineup as the squad battles back.

VALE Arere Tinane Troubie Ellis Abihouety Ss Soawewhactrasiix Sontinwalle Eae Maper Connors Sweeney Amit Jens Tom Howerd Yale

Pan Balk Incident Sparks Nasty Scene at Ballpark

A chaotic moment in Philadelphia during a Chicago game featured Die Cicotte alleging a balk claim as fans and players clashed. The confrontation escalated with shouts, a ripped face and accusations of unsportsmanlike conduct amid a heated inning.

Collins quits papers. declines baseball captaincy

Chicago reports that Dale Collins ends his writing career after accepting the captaincy of a Chickens Waite ox team. President Ban Johnson of the American League says Collins cannot both write for newspapers and play, acknowledging reader and owner concerns.

Chicago Ban John Leagun New York

Remington-Yost Banquet Honors Players and Staff

The Remington-Yost team held a year end banquet at the Bridgeport elov to honor football and baseball players. Speeches praised the squad’s season, presents a check to injured star A B Doc Adams, and notes from officials included best wishes for 1915.

Remington-Yost Bridgeport Elov Hell Leeesia Neal Michael J. Clabby Ea Remingtop-Yost Atnood Hugh Robinson Athleticssecesstion Gent A. B ‘Doc’ Adams H. West G. C. Ee Ae Harry Nor Tis Mamond Hedward Reilly Warterback Roffincoh G. Russell E Rely J. Casey G. ‘Haltopin H. Baker John Mulliken Jack Fich Qdgon Ales Thomas Keenan W. Burgess M. J. Clanby Weet HL. Johnson Barry Cooper H. M. Robinson J.hughes A. B. Adams W. B Melensy G. ©. Carter Roraback A. G. Glen Post Donegan Palmer Joseph Connnelly Staneard J.lewis Telegram M. Heiinger Sunday Herald T Maen Duding Sterling Unk Seeley Abbott J. Carroll Mr. Robinson

Boston Braves plan double deck stands at Fenway

Boston announces new Braves seating at Fenway will total 45 000 with a base 12 feet below street level and room to add a second deck later. President Gaffney says a future 60 000 capacity may be needed and notes Braves can use Fenway until the new plant is ready near July. Ward advertises Want Ad notices.

Boston Boston Bravet Yule Owl Gaffney Yesteray J. J. Lannin Braves Fenway Park

Mack's overhaul ends Philadel pha team era

Writer Bil Weart reports Connie Mack tore apart his former world champion Philadelphia team not for individuals but because the squad lacked teamwork and harmony. He aimed to restore the structure and spirit that once wowed the sporting world amid player factions and disunity.

Wagner Connie Mack Philadelphir Bil Weart Philadelphia Telegraph Mack Wax Lackine Comte Mack

Shugrue to Box Robideau Tomorrow Night in Waterbury

Joe Shugrue faces Sam Robideau in a 10 round light welterweight bout tomorrow evening at the Armory. Robideau trained in Philadelphia and Waterbury with sparring partners Al Ketchell and Jimmy Murphy. A large Waterbury contingent and a special train will bring fans to the event, while Robideau weighs near 135 pounds at the Alpine Hotel scales.

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Dalton May Desert Brooklyn Star Dalton in talks over salary

Newark reports center fielder Jack Dalton of Brooklyn is in danger of leaving after negotiations on a salary rise. Dalton, returning from Pennsylvania and weighing offers from the Federal League, plans conference with Ebbetts before Daytona training. Larry Schlafky aims to recruit Dalton for an outfield post during his Newark visit.

Newark Charles Mbtets Brooklyn Nationals Jack Dalton Felder Dalton Pennsylvania Brooklyn Federal League Ebbets Daytona Fla Larry Schlafk Jersey City Schlafy Federal Leagns

Ford Best Pitcher in Federal League

Pitcher Russell Ford of the Buffalo club led the Federal League in pitching averages last season. He appeared in 35 games, won 21 and lost 6, after previously pitching for the Yankees. Wade Hendrix, ex-Pirate, earned second honors with 49 games and a 29–10 record. Chappelle topped Brooklyn in strikeouts, while Tom Seaton finished ninth with 21 victories and 14 losses.

Russell Ford Buffalo Club Ford Yankees Toring Wade Hendrix C&r Chappelle Tom Seaton

Outlaws Seek New Home for Kansas City Franchise

The Federal Teasoen plans to stand firm in 1914 while outlaws search for a transfer spot Kansas City could move to Philadelphia amid financial failure last season Connie Mack reportedly unpopular with Philadelphia fans Beletan cabinet figures debut in Paris to discuss finance rapelers.

Federal Teasoe Outlaws Kansas City Philadelphia Connie Mack Philadelphis Charles de Hucqueville Paris London Rapelers

Gunboat Smith to Meet Jim Coffey Over Long Route

James Buckley and Billy Gibson push for a twenty round bout between Gunboat Smith and Jim Coffey. After Coffey’s win at Madison Square Garden, both managers signal a return bout is possible with tentative arrangements discussed in New Orleans or elsewhere.

Jet James Coffer Gondost Smith New Orleans James Buckley Smith Billy Gibson Coffey Madison Square Garden Gibson

Fed League boosts many players batting marks

A comparison shows eight players posting higher Federal League averages after jumping to the Fed from organized ball. Notable shifts include Evans rising from .249 with the St Louis Nationals to .365 with the Feds and Oakes improving from .293 in the National League to .316 in the Fed. Walsh falls from .807 with the Phillies to lower Fed numbers after the move.

Aunt Walsh Philadelphia Cerkes Feds Evans St. Louis Nationals Yanks White Sam Hal Chase Estes Cincinnati Fed Bates Doc Cranalla Ainst Federal Oakes St. Louis Walsh Phillies Outlaws

Buffalo club sale eyed as Huggins and Herzog bid

Buffalo International League club owner Jacop J. Stein said offers have come in and the franchise will be sold at the right price. He confirmed Miller Huggins of the St Louis Cardinals and Charley Herzog of the Cincinnati Reds made bids, with local business backing but without identifying the bidder.

Buffalo Enquirers Jacop J. Stein Buffalo Stein Schuyler Briton

Eis Franchise Sale Prompts Surprising Offers

President Stein states the Eis franchise was on the market for four years and drew unexpected bids. He and Hart discuss refining terms and the forthcoming sale price, noting the strong interest and price offers received.

Tugzins Stein Eis Museket Judes Hart Nts

Players Injuring Game by Tactics in Sinking Strife

The article reports on rising tensions in the sport with managers and players clashing over tactics. It suggests receivers and pay disputes strain teams and fans. The text notes league cutbacks and possible declines in popularity if the conflict continues.

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Miller Leads 12th District Glup Millar Victory

A disputed 12th district meeting elected Johe C Millar president of the 24 district political unit. The assembly kept Rotem open and named a board of chosen officers including Edward Ladford Anancll, Henry Helbig, Freie Curtis Jr, Langdon Davie Mule, and Jersee Myron Herrink. The group discussed war mobilization efforts and distribution of relief for Europe through a New York clearing house.

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