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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1911
Page
10
In Savin Rock yesterday, the Mechanics edged Bridgeport 5-4 as Chalky Clunn held his former club to limited hits. Snyder starred for the Mechanics, fanning eleven, while Burke delivered a late three-base hit for the Wings.
Ira Hall reports on Savin Rock as the Mechanics extend their winning streak with a strong pitching and fielding performance. Crowds from New Haven witness sharp plays by Burke Ladd and Snyder while Benny Kauff clashes with Chalky Clunn. A minor fire adds color as the team and fans celebrate at Seaview Hotel after the game.
Five straight victories frame Wagner's notes as Hartford mechanics and Waterbury rivalry loom. Chalky Clunn fans 11 in New Haven while Mechanics face Boston rivals. Newton and Flanagan bolster the Pacers. Trotter struggles for Holyoke against New Britain, while Dan ONeil pays back salaries for Northampton Cuban signings. Bonds, trades, and tentative bids color a busy week of minor league activity across Hartford, Waterbury, Bridgeport, and New Britain.
Manager McCann signs catcher Stone from the University of Vermont. Stone, an instructor, will report to the Mechanics for today's Springfield game. He has New England league and Vermont club experience and was pursued by three other teams. Freddy Gibbs endorses Stone.
Pennsylvania tied the game on a passed ball and a single by Thayer, with Smith scoring on a sacrifice fly. In the ninth, Butler scored on Thomas' triple after a single by Butler. A walk and hits by Coryell and Smith produced Pennsylvania's second run in the eighth. The Nugget sale is announced in Stratford, prompting local smokers to take notice.
New Britain baseball owner and manager Daniel O Neil headed to New York then Cuba on a mission to sign Mar Sans and Almeida. Cincinnati papers say signing papers ready but players must report by July 1 or deal collapses. O Neil aims to reclaim 1500 dollars offered, planning return with players if needed by force. trip arranged on short notice. Captain Waterman will manage in his absence, with Frank O Neil handling business duties.
Clunn, a pitcher from the defunct Holyoke nine, was stranded in a hotel with a $25 bill and no funds. New Haven State league manager Cameron telephoned him at 2 am and signed him as twirler, paying back salary owed and the hotel bill to release him. Clunn pitched for New Haven, striking out eleven, but the team failed to back him for a win.
Philadelphia June 22 Cornell defeated Pennsylvania 4 to 2 at Franklin Field to take the series three games to one. Penn fielding misplays opened the way for Cornell runs while Imlay held the visitors to three safeties. The opener saw both sides score with two outs as Connell and O’Connell initiated a rally in center.
Mr Bowers and Rev Mr Richardson finished level at the Apawamis amateur contest in Rye after 18 holes. A playoff will be scheduled when Mr Bowers returns. The third round is set for Saturday.
Red Top report dated June 22 notes Harvard varsity eight withdrawal of Bon G Balch due to a bad right knee, delaying his return. Wale timed in 10:08 for two miles, signaling fast pace. Von Smeyer Jr. to fill Balch’s seat in the first varsity four. River quieter, hard bout ahead for oarsmen.
The Brooklawn Country Club hosts spring and consolation cups with matches and results. N H Chapin beat A J Bruff by default, A C Wheeler beat H H Hamilton by default, Bowers 7 up 6 to go, Richardson beat Latham 1 up. consolation finds McDonald by default over Beach, Delaney beat Garrish 1 up, Pullman beat Hincks 1 up, Richardson over French 4 up 3 to go.
The Red Sox used a young first baseman named Baker in a Monday game in New York. A wild throw by Shortstop Wagner was not Baker’s fault, yet Engle was substituted. John Ganzel, Rochester manager, criticized the move saying a young player should be made to feel at home and encouraged. He warns that removing a newcomer for a miscue can ruin confidence and harm performance. He also advocates rotating pitchers and suggests every fourth day for a boxman. He notes Highlanders supporters' view on pitcher workload and cites Ford, Quinn, Fisher, Warhop, and Vaughn as examples.
Quinn needs regular employment as a heavyweight pitcher. In teams, steady rotation and consistent handling by four or five goal pitchers correlate with steadier play and confidence. trailer teams fail when pitching is erratic, while successful major or minor league clubs depend on regular staff.
Philadelphia June 22 Lester Long of Summit New Jersey a standout Lafayette College pitcher joins Connie Mack's group at the school yard tomorrow to workout before the final clash with the Washingtons at Shibe Park Long who pitched a no run game against Pennsylvania this season also bats and has been sought by Washington and Yankees clubs Mack along with scout Mike Drennan moved quickly to secure him The Nugget sale is allowed on Sunday and Rev William H Eley has taken the A M B Zion church pastorate on Broad street
Yesterday’s results show Bridgeport defeating Haven, Waterbury beating Springfield, and Hartford tallying a win over New Britain. Today’s schedule features Pittsburgh at Chicago and New York at Boston with Philadelphia visiting St. Louis and Cincinnati awaiting.
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