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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1916
Page
15
New York May 2. Secretary J A Heydler of the National League says Chicago must file a list of 21 eligible players and may use a special dispensation to carry additions on a non active list until the 1917 season opening. At no time can more than 21 games be on the eligible list, and players may move between lists as allowed.
In a descriptive game at Shibe Park, Connie Mack’s Philadelphia A’s capitalized on a weak first inning by the Yankees. Joe Bush struggled though righted himself, and Cornelius McGillicuddy’s big swing helped the Athletics defeat New York 4 to 2, edging closer to the pennant race.
Worcester report credits Boss Haughton with instilling discipline in the Braves, influencing Stallings’ roster and keeping players in line. After nearly three weeks, no Braves player has been banished, boosting team standings and Haughton’s popularity among fans and patrons.
James J. Long reports in the Pittsburg Sun that Zip Mollwitz of the Cincinnati Reds faces possible dismissal or suspension for umpire baiting. Mollwitz’s costly error led to Hal Chase's opportunity to play first base, threatening his hold on the job and prompting reaction across baseball circles.
Yesterday results Brooklyn 8 New York 5. Boston 5 Philadelphia 2. Cincinnati 8 Pittsburgh 0. Chicago St Louis had rain. Today Brooklyn at New York. Philadelphia at Boston. Pittsburgh at Cincinnati. St Louis at Chicago.
In Philadelphia, the Phillies defeated the Yankees 4 to 2 after a rain delay in the sixth inning. Washington shaded Boston 5 to 3. Cleveland blanked Detroit 2 to 0. Chicago and St. Louis rain postponed their game while New York traveled.
A collection of scores shows Hartford beat Lynn 5 to 3 with Springfield losing to Worcester 2 to 0 and Lawrence routing New London 2 to 0, plus Portland defeating Briggeport 9 to 6. Other matches include Minneapolis 1 Columbus 14 and Milwaukee 5 Louisville 6, Birmingham 5 Atlanta 4, Nashville 8 Memphis 7, New Orleans 2 Mobile 0, Chattanooga 1 Little Rock 0. National bank circulation for April fell by 4,681,785 dollars.
New York May 2 The Brooklyn Dodgers defeated the New York Giants 5 to 3 to seize the NL lead. Nap Rucker started for Brooklyn, Palmero struggled for the Giants, and Jack Coombs closed out the game after a late Giant rally. Benny Kauff contributed with a strong defensive play.
The 1899 20 round draw between Peter Maher and Gus Ruhlin in New York drew fans for action and brutal exchanges. Charley White officiated and called it the most spectacular heavyweight bout in the metropolis, ending in a near-blind, bleeding draw. Ruhlin won a 1902 Philadelphia rematch by knockout.
Christy Mathewson, long time Giants ace, plans a return start vs Boston Braves at the Polo Grounds on Thursday. He has been treated for a shoulder neutritis and aims to pitch after a period of improvement. NL games at the Polo Grounds now start at 3 45.
Manager McGraw of the Giants is pressing to acquire a third baseman and reportedly offered star pitcher and another player to Cincinnati for Heinie Groh. The Reds could let Groh go, as he is a Red Land idol and among the league's top infielders.
George Martin won ten straight last season but was wild at Newfield park as Bridgeport defeated Portland 6 to 3 in a ragged exhibition. Kingston failed on the mound for Neal Ball while Gray steadied later and Thompson led locals with a double and single. Gaudette made a key catch as Umpire Stafford sparked a busy day.
Bridgeport BHS baseball team defeated Norwalk High 11 to 6 in a loosely played game. Pitcher Bump struck out 13 and homered. Nelson and Mercer contributed strong hits. New Haven High travels to Seaside Park for a game on Thursday.
New York May 2 Young Rector of Jersey City defeated Tommy Tourby of Paterson at the Olympic club Bees last night in one of the greatest contests between featherweights seen in New York. Rector’s generalship and hard right uppercuts proved too much for Tourhy.
Detroit May 2 Old time fans argue whether baseball is faster now than in Pop Anson and King Kelly days. They agree on better off field manners. Hotel owners like Lew Tuller praise how well major league clubs behave, with Eddie Collins and Joe Jackson among quiet guests.
The article notes two ball players nicknamed EB Collins share a birthday May 2. Ed ward the Great born 1887 in Millerton and Edgar Collins born 1892 in Brooklyn turn 30 and 24 respectively. Eddie Collins, the famed $50 000 ballplayer, is identified as Edward Trowbridge Collins.
Benny Leonard of New York delivered a one sided beating to Charley Kid Thomas in six rounds at the Olympia A A in Philadelphia. Leonard dominated with rapid rights and lefts, leaving Thomas bloodied from the second round and unable to answer.
New Haven May 2 The first spring football practice at Yale field drew 75 players as coaches Jones Bweensy Bull Alcott Brides Martin and Hutchinson led drills. Ends worked on punt returns and tackling dummy work while LeGore and Braden stood out. Football committee members observed prospects for fall.
Baseball Bits surveys uniform changes for the Braves and Cats, player moves including Dad Tipple to Orioles and Laudermilk sale to Detroit, plus quotes from umpire Klein and McGraw. It notes minor league alumni joining big leagues, Newark’s crowd hopes, Tris Speaker reshaping Cleveland interest, Yankees’ Baumann and Boone status, and infield depth with Cards and Giants managing rosters.
Bantamweights Pat Moore of Memphis and Benny McCoy of Baltimore fought ten rounds at the Pioneer Sporting Club on West Forty fourth street New York. McCoy won the honors again, using clever face and body blows while Moore pressed forward hoping for a return knockout.
Dave Fitzgerald raised Chic Brown's hand after Brown outpointed Harry Williams over 12 rounds at the Arena in New Haven. Brown, the lighter man, controlled the pace and earned the crowd’s applause despite a weight disadvantage.
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