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Newspaper

Bridgeport Evening Farmer

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1913

Page

8

Chase Returns to Game Tomorrow

Chase, recovering from an ankle sprain, is set to return at second base for the Highlanders against the Skets. Charlie Barrett announced the plan last night after Chase participated in practice, with Jack Lelivell later confirming Chase should be ready to play tomorrow despite prior setbacks.

Tial Chase Highlanders Skestdra Chaen Burt Charli Barrett Chae Toewlay Jersey Cy Barrett Chase Hile Cesseian Young Harrison Wighlanders Jack Lelivell Chance Doc Barrett Alreny

Tinker on Coagher Value as Third Baseman Coach

Joe Tinker argues the third baseman coach is as essential as any other position man in baseball. He cites examples with the Cubs and Giants, praising Cole's third base coaching and McGraw's insider guidance, while stressing proper coaching can decide close games and future outcomes.

Joe Tinker Joe Otters Bel Menaser Cemiter Cary Leipertant Jos Firet Cubs Goa Bane King Cole Somme Cole Femare Chance Benub Artie Hofman Artie Bateman Rusger Socieda New York Giants McGraw Iuideee New York LWO Seth Letal Jause Raett Higanshan Roger Jon Kling Preenahin Evers Bresnahan Zimmerman

Parcel Post Aviator Makes Moonlight Flight Night Flight Success

Boston aviator Harry M. Jones, the famed parcel post flyer, claims the first midnight aeroplane flight in the United States. He rose in calm near midnight, flew over New York City including the Bronx and Harlem, battled a gale near Hell Gate, and landed safely in a ploughed field at Bergen Beach after about one hour in the air. Villagers warned him of pursuit as onlookers recalled the daring ascent and praised the moonlit exhibition. Jones says he aims for another moonlight flight, hoping to popularize night flying.

Harry M. Jones Boston Parcel Post United States Bergen Beach Sir Jones Ashley Governor's Island A & Peasenger New York Bronx Harlem Hell Gate Governor’s Island Williamsburg Lone Island City

Yale and Penn Ball Teams Play in Philadelphia

Yale baseba ll squad under Coach Frank Quinby arrives in Philadelphia to meet the University of Pennsylvania Quakers as part of the spring series. The Penn squad, coming off a loss to Navy, hopes for a sweep, while Yale aims to improve on recent southern trips and top the Quakers. Sherman and Imlay expected to work as pitchers in the matchup.

Philadelphia Frank Quinby Yale Ellears University of Pennsylvania Cine Toder New Haven Blossom Fale Atertstop Tevia Thal Shoulé Aeversi Tiree Pennsylvania Emng Hom Sherman Imlay

Mike Mowrey A St Louis squad veteran with solid record

Henry Michael Mowrey known as Mike or Hank, long time third baseman for the Su Lows Cardinale, born in Chemberburg, Pa thirty years ago. He began in 1964 with Williamsport and Johnstown in the Tri State, then played for Savannah in 1965 and joined Cincinnati in 1966 before a midseason trade to St Louis. He stayed with the Reds in 1967 then moved to the Cardinals in mid 1900s, earning a reputation as a decent player with steady fielding and average hitting.

Henry Michael Mowrey Mike Hank Su Lows Cardinale Chemberburg Chester Williamsport Johnstown Tri-State Savannah South Atlantic Cincinnati Red Baltimore Reds Ditt St. Louis Cardinals Ike Tle

Tennis season dates announced by U S National Lawn Tennis Association

The executive committee released the 1914 calendar with events across the country. Highlights include April start in southern California, May opens at Chevy-Chase Club Maryland, and May 16 at the University of Illinois Urbana for the Hlinets Interscholastic. Key championships schedule through June in Philadelphia New Orleans Hartford South Orange and Lake Forest with nationals in Newport in almost 19. Indoor dates set for February in New York and the Women's Indoor at Newark Heights Park.

New York United States National Lawn ‘Fennis Association California Chevy-Chase Club Maryland Tuxedo N. Ys University of Tiinois Urtana Philadelphia New Orleans New England Hartford Golf Club Orange Lawn Tennis Club South Orange N. J Orientala Club Lake Forest Ill Tacoma Interacttors Newport Semale Chile Finownced New Fark Itech

Sam Kennedy Seals Deal With De Mott Pitcher Tale

The piece recounts Benjamin Garrigan De Mott, a Lefayatte forestry student turned pitcher, and how Cleveland scout Sam Kennedy signed him to a two year contract. De Mott later faded from Cleveland, was farmed to Omaha and Toledo, then released.

Benfuentes Hineraron DeMott B. Harrison Harrison Sam Kennedy Cleveland Waterbury Mr. de Mintt Benjamin Garrigan de Mott Omaha Toledo Baltimore

Pirates Manager Clarke Aims for 1300th Game Milestone

Fred Clarke of the Louisville-Pilisteursh club seeks to reach 1300 games won in thirteen years as manager. He has 1201 victories so far and aims to hit 1800 total wins, capture a pennant, and secure another world championship as his team contends in the National League era. Clarke led the club to four first-place finishes, two world championships, and consistent top finishes, with a rare long tenure in control of the squad.

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Giants Defeat Galveston Pirates in Exhibition Victory

The New York Giants routed the Galveston Pirates 9 to 7 in an exhibition game at Galveston Texas on a Saturday. Tesreau and Wiltie pitched effectively as Merkle mishandled a ball for one Galveston run but Giants tailed by fielding and timely hitting. The crowd approached 2000, the largest spring attendance here, with many army personnel watching.

Galveston Texas Giant New York Galveston Pirates Giants Teereau Wiltie Tesreau Willie Wiltee Merkle Jan Wilson Big Jefe Moore Feds Snodgrass Shafer Burns Devle Tevore Rune Sitten

Durning Debuts as A's Beat Louisville 27 6 in Open Game

In Louisville on March 24 the Athletics defeated Louisville 27 to 6. Durning made his big league pitching debut, working five innings with four hits and one run allowed. Oldring shone with three runs batted in, Baker collected two runs and drove in two, while his three hits included a triple a double and a single.

Louieville Durning Babe Oldring J. Franklin Baker Athletics Portsider Ron Oldring Baker

Jack McAuliffe 47 Celebrates Boxing Legend Birthday

Jack McAuliffe, retired undefeated lightweight champion, born in Cork, Ireland, forty seven years ago today. He recalls his Brooklyn start, five years atop the lightweight heap, and retirement without defeat, criticizing modern boxing and praising past greats like Joe Gans and Abe Attell while noting rivals Kid McCoy and Joe Choynski linger as possible comebacks.

Jack McAuliffe Cork Ireland Brooklyn McAuliffe Joe Gans Abe Attell Kid McCoy Joe Choynski San Francisco Joe McCoy France Choynski

Billiard Title May Change Hands Soon

New Ameri can amateur champion may emerge in 182 balkline at the Class A tournament opening tomorrow at the Union League Club in Philadelphia. Current holder is M. D. Brown after his iz title in Brooklyn. Percy Collins of Chicago and J. F. Poggenburg were Brown’s near competitors. Conklis of Chicago, once holder of national and international titles, is in top form. The American pocket billiard championship also starts today in New York, with A. B. Hyman the defending champion and rivals Reynolds and Carter following. Calvin Demarest set the amateur record run of 202 in 118 games in Chicago.

Balkline Billards Union League Philadelphia M. D. Brown America Brooklyn Percy Collins Chicago J. F. Poggenburs Brown Conklis Collins Morris Brown New York A.B. Hyman Howard Reynolds L. Carter Cal- Vin Demarest Professions

Free Agent Claim Spills From Bridgeport Club Scoops

Outfielder Frank Carroll seeks free agent status after claiming Bridgeport failed to sign him last season. He reports contacting Secretary Farrell of the national association, while manager McCann notes no objection to his departure. Ed McGemwell has agreed to terms with Bridgeport but papers remain unsigned amid rival claims by Holyoke. The Mohawk Giants plan an exhibition here next month. University of Vermont asks Mechanics to extend date. New Haven signs Zach Erhard from Washington, while boxing and crew preparations continue at local clubs.

Wagner Frank Carroll Bridgeport Farrell National Association Carroll Troy Ih Atlantic McCann O'Rourke Eastern Association Ed McGemwell McGonwall Dinyer Jimmy Garry Holyoke Perm Beach The Mechanics Ready University of Vermont Mechanica New Haven Zach Erhard Washington Americans New York New York Americana

Fall of Bombardier Wells Star Marks Sudden Decline

The British heavyweight champion Bombardier Wells falls hard after a decisive loss to Gunboat Smith in California. Promoters had eyed a Wells McCarty bout, but the defeat shifts focus back to Luther McCarty and northern matchups. Gunboat Smith rises as a navy man-turned-challenger noted for decisive power and rising prominence in boxing circles.

Smith Luther McCarty Bombardier Wells Olympia Philadelphia McCarty Brooklyn Bridge Luther McCarthy America Alles Bombardier Luther Los Angeles Wells Bompardier Gerdes Club New York West Gunbost Smith Golden State of Callifornia Tom McCarey Georges Carpentier Welle Engined Sam Navy Boys Tom Sharkey California Andy Morris Benton Andy Jim Stewart fes+den Jack Twin Sullivan Harry Wuest Cinenell Ae Frank Moran Piltebureh Hove Wee

Acorn A C Show Tickets Go Fast at Park City Rink

Frits Hartmann promotes a Park City rink fight night featuring Young McAuliffe vs Banty Lewis in the star ten rounds. Davy Ryan and Kid Lewis meet in a ten round semi final. Other bouts include Young Joe Walcott with Battling Larry Ryan and Kid Allen vs Young Jackie Robinson. Frederic Sniffen assigned to sing at Motel Pisses on March 27 in Cavalleria Rusticana role.

Frits Hartmenn Frits Althy Lucre Acorn A. C Park City Young McAuliffe City Banty Lewis New York Davy Ryan Kid Lewis Joe Walcott Larry Ryan Kid Allen Jackie Rollinson Derby Joost Lad Frederic Sniffen Sergei Kiehansky Aifie Cavalleria Rusticans Motel Pisses Sniffen Andrea Sarto Metropolitan Forces

Gotch Preparing for Lurich Bout in June City

Gotch trains for the Lurich title defense amid talk of a new contract and prize money. Key figures include promoter George Lartoh and trainer Ravine, with Gotch slated to arrive in June City days before the bout to finalize ring tactics and conditioning.

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Hogan to Europe and boxing plans loom large

Confused notes on Hogan possibly traveling to Europe, with Willie Wood, RichTiet, and Boag discussed as potential challengers. Mentions Paris, boxing promoters, and tentative match arrangements as Hogan seeks to boost his title bid amid rumors of a big bout and potential Porte Chemer event.

GM Rong Masagee Californie Jeomier Cunmeoticat Bas Jaw Eagan Catlesram Willie Nutwkle Ritchié Hogan Jef Rote Hap Bee Bax Tunis Port Chemer Peri Trekex Tommy Steen Tod Mareska Dave Pitaecrall

Pugilistic Annals Highlights From 1208 to 1911 News

Fragmentary historic boxing notes mention Barry, Lew Sydrey, Bes rack, O'Donnel, Smith Reeshee, Brooks, Gum, Breton, Deen, Demen, Guiltram, Tate, and a series of bouts across New York, Cork, and Eston with various knockouts and rounds.

Ry Oo Getestal Tre Barry Terre Ups Owen Storam Fmgtia Surpoass Tommy Mniepi Lew Sydrey Yate Frank Kiaias Fame Bes Rack O'Donnel New York Gupbeat Smith Pein Brooks Ere Amet Marr Cork Joe Gum Geoege Deen Demen Yank Mens Guiltram Liroens Eston

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