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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1916
Page
15
New York May 10 Champion McCoy faced Jake Ahearn in a ten round bout at Broadway Sporting. Ahearn dominated with crisp hooks and superior timing, while McCoy showed resilience but never true threat. Ahearn pressed early and controlled the pace, forcing McCoy into defensive shells and a tiring finish.
Jake Boult es failed to replicate his earlier form as Newfield hosts endured a rough day. Bridgeport’s Gray and Gearin pitched well, with the visitors winning the second game 6 to 2. Lynn stole bases, while Whittaker and Gauxlette provided two hits apiece for Bridgeport.
New York reports Leonard, Leonard, and Freddie Welsh may clash in Buenos Aires for a 20 round title if Charley White waives first claim. Harry Welsh's manager promised White the first opportunity, with a $25,000 purse. Buenos Aires official Billy Gibbin urged White to travel for talks. If White blocks, Leonard may be chosen for the bout instead.
Bennie Kauff recalls his holdout with the New York Giants and says Ty Cobb is the greatest player on the diamond. He explains signings, purchase money, and his view of the Federal league versus the National League, noting his aim to reach Cobb’s level and his willingness to admit Cobb’s superiority. He discusses money, media critique, and his own ambitions as a player in a candid interview.
New York May 10 Charley Ebbets stated that Nap Rucker remains with the Brooklyn club despite being placed on the disability list. He praised Rucker as a faithful worker and indicated the pitcher will be carried for this season and likely next, noting the arm soreness is not terminal and predicting continued successful pitching.
New York May 10 Eddie Mulligan Cubs infielder may move to the Giants after Chicago asked waivers for him with intent to send to St Paul. John McGraw refused to waive, Tinker values Mulligan, who plays short and can handle third. Mulligan starred in the minor leagues and drew praise for future potential.
The New York Giants opened their western campaign in Pittsburgh with a 13 to 5 victory over the Pirates. After five close frames, the Giants surged in the sixth, doubling the opponents’ runs and then adding four more in the seventh. Doyle starred with three hits and three stolen bases, while Kauff initially fanned but later delivered a two bagger.
Al Odell, a Texas and Southern league veteran, joined Bridgeport last night and traveled to Lowell for today’s road trip. He may play third base temporarily before moving to the outfield, while catcher George Crook returns to duty and Moshier remains second catcher. The club seeks a new shortstop and a pitcher as negotiations continue. Smykal and other moves loom as Bridgeport aims to bolster a strong lineup on the road.
The Lenox A. C. of Meriden plans a double bill next Monday evening headlined by Zulu Kid of Philadelphia versus Battling Reddy of New York for ten rounds. Bobby Moore versus West Side Jimmy Duffy also on the undercard, with Tommy Shea of New Haven against Joe Rocco of Waterbury in a six-round bout. Joe Humphries will announce and Dave Fitzgerald referees.
Johnny Evers has used the same old baseball glove for nine seasons, a worn rag with a large hole. He credits the glove with many of his best plays as the ball seems to stay when it lands there.
The athletics defeated the St Mary Alumni of Waterbury by five runs after a close start. Casserly at short was the standout and Trappe pitched well, permitting only four hits. They plan a return match in Norwalk against the Nationals and seek fast semi pro opponents for May 21.
The passage contrasts indifference to the lazy man facing income tax with sympathy for someone who cannot find a cigarette to suit him, highlighting a felt tension in attitudes toward scarcity and personal responsibility.
The week ending May 6 saw merchandise exports from the Port of New York totaling 41052 dollars and 56 cents. The London Stock Exchange committee dropped its opposition to advancing clock time by one hour in the summer months. German submarines arrived at Constantinople via the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. Thirty six mills in the Laditwanna Valley, Pl., employing 30,006 workers, have reduced their working hours by four per week.
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