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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1914
Page
14
Baltimore fans have soured on Jack Dunn's Oriole near the top of the International League. Rumor says high salaried stars may be disposed of to protect the club's finances, with talks noting potential sales to raise about 79 000 dollars amid looming payroll pressures.
A court order directs Jack Johnson to be resentenced. The matter, filed under case against Vases and Window Bo aN KE and SON, involves prior rulings and new sentencing considerations. Proceedings set to determine updated penalties and terms.
OCR fragment shows prices 25e to 1.00 and strange phrasing. no clear event, names, or place to summarize.
Bridgeport and New London played a 16 inning marathon with the Planters winning by one run. Umpire Keenan drew protests from Bridgeport manager Boukes and his bench as late controversy surrounded calls. Greenwell lasted early but was charged with the loss after Greenwell, Gervais, and Brugge produced the key late runs and Warner delivered the decisive triple.
President O Rourke said umpires will eject players for unruly conduct rather than fine them. He warned suspensions will follow continued trouble, citing a recent bench dismissal and disputed calls by umpire Keenan. The report also notes international golf and baseball transfer rumors and mixed commentary on British and American play styles.
Koorery greatly strengthened has won its last two games and hopes to beat Bridgeport. Williams, or Scout Arthur Irwin of the New York Americans, is examining college players in the area. Reports say Brow University players favorably impressed him. The St. Louis Browns are the sensation of the American league. Washington went to Mount City expecting a cinch, but the Browns took three of four. Lefty Heh, once a Hertford favorite, pinch hit for Detroit yesterday and hit Shawkey. Chief Snyder, Bridgeport pitcher, reportedly has a Federal league offer. Pop Poster, associate at Mercersburg Academy, plans for the summer with Fork of the Tri-State leagues. Critics fear Yale crew may tire before Harvard race due to too hard practice. Howard Ehmke of Los Angeles won his eighth straight, beating San Francisco. Washington may acquire Ehmke. L A and Washington managers are related. A Greener made a pass odorh hit in Philadelphia. The Chicago Federal League appeal against a district judge decision was argued in Cincinnati. Bridgeport’s Davydo 1000-5? London 04200100001003.
A readaloud style reprint of Ernest Thayer s Casey at the Bat set in a nostalgic column. It recites the Mudville crowd anxiously awaiting Casey s at bat then Tragically Casey strikes out amid cheers and jeers.
John Peter Toohey, famed Rutgers football hero, jumped into the Delaware Raritan Canal at New Brunswick to save Rutgers freshman Albert W. Holsman from drowning after he slipped while swimming with two friends. Despite pleas and failed rescues, Toohey pulled Holsman out unconscious as teammates and onlookers aided CPR efforts until life signs returned. The incident follows a season noted for accidents along Newark’s river trails.
Harvard men express displeasure over Crimson track programs as Cambridge teams lag behind rival schools. The piece notes lack of top prep stars and reliance on inexperienced coaches, with declining enthusiasm hindering regular training and performance. It contrasts Harvard unfavorably with Cornell and Pennsylvania, which dominated intercollegiate events, and references a 1903 surge in Harvard results amid broader sports support. Also mentions a Canadian Commons appropriation for survivors of the Empress of Ireland wreck.
In Chicago on June 10, the White Sox defeated the Yankees 7 to 0 in the final game of the series aided by four Yankee errors. Cicotte pitched four innings, Ray Keating followed, and Kris Keating pitched the distance for the Sox as three first‑inning runs and further miscues decided the outcome before about 2,000 fans in sweltering conditions.
On Sandy Hook the cup sloops Resolute Vanitie and DeLance begin pacing today in the first 15way test. Defiance also shows after rigging repairs while rain and heavy seas dampen expectations. Winds at 9 AM from the south southwest about 14 knots.
St Louis officials deny Mordecai Brown is being deposed as Federals manager noting he will stay with the club while seventh place in the standings persists. Armando Marsans will sign with the Federals once his ten day notice to Cincinnati ends, vs. suspensions. Bill McGuire plans to take the White Sox to Milford, with players to meet at Fairfield Avenue and Main Street at 1 p.m.
Readable fragments describe a sale offering thousands of yards of woolens cut to measure suits at half actual value. The ad urges customers to see for themselves at a given page location, noting aggressive price cuts and tailored suits for quick sale.
Fragmented OCR notes show an event at English Woolen Mills 1184 Main St with references to a boxing or racing crowd, a former champion named Casian, a $5,000 purse, and confusion over participants Williams and others. The text is garbled but hints at an athletic spectacle and financial stakes involving prize money.
Baltimore’s Kid Williams defeats Johnny Coulon in a rapid bantamweight title bout. Williams dominates from the opening bell, driving Coulon around the ring and forcing a first round kayo to claim the championship amid a roaring crowd.
Baseball notes report Virginia shortstop Dougnan Nefthy Calverslin will join the Washington club within the week. The Smoky City team under Bret Clarke faced a long losing streak but remained competitive. Promising players are being considered by Connie Myc. Soomba may form the infield as Wen McGraw’s young pitchers show promise.
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