Giants Narrowly Beat Texans in San Antonio
In San Antonio on March 17 the Giants edged the Texas Leaguers 48 to 46 after a tense game. Miguel Tesreau pitched six innings for New York as McGraw shuffled hitters. San Antonio’s Guteher Price and two outfielders aided a strong defense.
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Jerry Denny 54 Remains A Luminous Diamonds Era
Jerry Denny, famed baseball figure, celebrated for his fielding and backhanded glove, rose through Providence to major leagues. Born in New York City, he starred for Providence in 18__, played for St Louis, Philadelphia, New York, Cleveland, and Louisville before returning to semipro leagues. Denny helped birth Twattiook’s Connecticut League, later shaping local sports history and inspiring old timers.
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Deany
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Park Rifle Club Sets World Indoor Record
Park Rifle Club of the city claims a world indoor rifle record after scoring a near perfect 1000 and later 1968 in a local match against New Haven, as the national board investigates the event.
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Congress on Women Athletics and Physical Training
International gathering organized by Bea Amphithewere of the Sorbonne united female delegates from European nations to study physiological effects of natural and artificial movements, focusing on war fitness, sports, and womanly development. Alene Mangin leads a strong women’s section as gendered access to strength remains contested. March 17 report from Pac. The era reflects evolving views on mothers and athletic capacity.
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Brickley Back at Harvard Tracks After Injury
Cambridge March 17 Charley Brickley Harvard star begins light track work at Soldiers Field after a leg tendon strain. He avoids Harvard baseball to focus on Crimson track under coach Pooch Donovan, aiming to excel in shot put hop and step, with football and early baseball hopes as back up. He seeks three major-sport letters before graduating.
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Wis Seill
Blue Ribbons Survive Opening City Championship Tilt
At Brooklawn rink tomorrow night the first game of the city championship will be played between the Line Hibbons and the Brooklawnas in a three game series. A 125 pound preliminary match between Loco Independents and Rambler Irs of Stratford precedes the main event. Referee is Doc Hull of New Haven.
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Attell to Battle Ollie Kirk Wednesday Night
Abe Attell former featherweight champion returns to the ring in a two fight comeback trial at the Forty fourth Street Sporting Club New York. He faces Ollie Kirk who held a win over Attell last November in St Louis Kirk is described as clever and hard hitting The card features two additional ten round bouts and a semi final ten rounder with Donohue versus Marto Attell supporters await a return to form while Attell vows victory or retirements in doubt
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Schalk Seen As Top Young Catcher Potentially
Pasadena March 17 Ray Schalk is hailed as a rising star among American League catchers. The former Milwaukee player, facing a $15,000 figure near Comiskey, shows few weaknesses beyond signaling by cupping his glove, now addressed by lessons from Bly Sullivan. His arm, eye, and mind body coordination mark him as a strong prospect in the early stages of his athletic career.
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Baltimore Club Sore Over Downey Reporting Delay
Baltimore manager Dan of the International League club criticized Tommy Downey for not reporting to spring practice in Fayetteville North Carolina. Downey faced a possible exclusion and would need to cover training and travel costs if he did not report promptly. The piece also notes various minor league signings and player movements including Joe Goddard, Cabram, Walter Knapp, and other notes from the baseball world.
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Tommy Downey
Fayetteville
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Joe Goddard
Ware
Mass
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Brettleboro, VI
Zeller
Pittsfield
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Kennedy
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Baltimore
Child injured by fire after weekend match setback
Five year old Joseph M. of Bridgeport and Shelton soccer ties 1 to 1 in a warmly contested match. He lit his clothing while playing with matches at 6 Pequonnock Street Saturday night. Mother’s prompt actions saved him as emergency surgeons treated burns.
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Wale
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Shelton
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Keating Praised by New York Writer for Spring Form
A New York writer hails Ray Keating of the Yankees for his spring training performance. The pitcher shows a sharp curve, strong speed, and an impressive overhand delivery. He lingers a keen eye for baserunners and appears set for a regular role in the coming championship campaign.
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Man Known as Big August Killed by Train Near Lime Rock
Falls Village, March 11. Efforts are under way to locate relatives of a Frenchman identified only as Big August. He was struck by a train Saturday about a mile from Lime Rock station, his body taken to the undertaker in Falls Village. Five years ago he worked at a charcoal works in Cornwall. if no relatives are found, Falls Village and Canaan will bury him.
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Hungarian Independence Anniversary Celebrated in Bridgeport Parade
Local Hungarian societies held a post independence celebration with a parade from Sedler's Hall led by the Hungarian City Band to the Hungarian Reformed Church where Rev. Ernest Komyathy preached. Speeches at Rakocsy Hall drew a large crowd in a tribute akin to the American Fourth of July.
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Rodman Law to Try Daredevil Flight Again
New York reports Rodman Law the near human skyrocket announcing another ascent on a home built skyrocket. He will risk a 3500 foot rise on a fifty pound powder charge and plans a parachute descent from atop the vehicle amid his Jersey West Bergen experiments.
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Twelve Stages of Marquard Holdout Featured in 1920s Memoir
James C. Isaminger recounts Ruben Marinachi publicity remarks published in The Philadelphia North American. The piece lists twelve quoted stage-like statements by Marinachi across dates from October to March, including retirement intents, contract talks, and plans to visit Europe, plus speculation about Ty Cobb and Detroit Tigers ownership.
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Banty Lewis to Box McAuliffe at Acorn A C show
Sam Brennan of New York visited the city to meet matchmaker Pritz Hartmans and see McAuliffe ahead of the Acorn A C event at Park Cite rink on March 27. Banty Lewis, the last New York boy, is matched to box Young McAuliffe in a hot battle while local bouts include Ryan vs Kid Lewis and Walcott vs Batting Harry Ryan in preliminaries.
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New York
Mike Finn lauds Jim Thorpe's speed in practice
Mobile team manager Mike Finn and ex Waterbury boss evaluate Jim Thorpe during Giants practice at Marlin. Finn notes Thorpe's exceptional speed, long reach, and strong infield hits but cites struggles with dirt, fielding on ground balls, and a potential first base fit. He questions McGraw's plan for Thorpe but deems him fitter than expected.
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Fourteen Autos Enter Indianapolis 500 Event
Indianapolis March 17 entry list for the Memorial Day Indianapolis 500 shows fourteen autos already committed for the $50,000 prize deep field. Speedway officials say the 20 car limit will be filled, with potential late signings expected. Several entrants reject President Wilson's position on No 1 and No 2, while others remain undecided.
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Tay Bel
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McCarty Celebration Marks 21st Birthday
Local page notes a community celebration for McCarty turning twenty one. The event highlights McCarty’s long involvement in regional affairs and mentions family ties, travel, and civic links as part of a lengthy account surrounding the birthday milestone.
Pugilistic Annals Briefly Recall 1912 Fight Notes
This date recalls boxing history with references to notable bouts and fighters such as Jim Corbett and Lennox Langton. Mentions include arena scenes, rounds, and positions in institutions of the era, with scattered names and event prompts across cities and years.
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