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Newspaper
Bridgeport Evening Farmer
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1913
Page
10
Cambridge May 23 Harvard track athletes described the New Haven dual meet as the roughest on record. Harvard spoke of rough tactics by Yale and noted heated exchanges as runners battled for wins.
George Stovall, suspended manager of the St Louis Americans, was reinstated by American League President Johnson on condition he write an apology letter to umpire Charlie Ferguson whom he spat on during a May game in St Louis.
An old London friend refutes reports that Charlie Mitchell, famed British champion, is in dire straits. The 39‑round draw with John L. Sullivan at Chantilly and the long career from 1878 to 1895 are noted, with Mitchell denying any financial trouble and saying he enjoys visiting ringside and reconnecting with fans.
The Springfield Ponies pick up Cabrera from the St. Louis Nationals to play shortstop, with Young at third. O’Hara rests due to rheumatism. Springfield signs Bert Whitney, who hit .254 with Trenton last year. Holyoke releases Leahy. John Whalen to outfield. Sack to lineup. Giennan traded from Waterbury to Syracuse. Eastern Baseball Writers meet at Hotel Taft to discuss by laws and club relations. Spencer, from New London, had a big day against Holyoke pitchers with three extra-base hits.
A summary of baseball scores shows Philadelphia and Chicago and New York offensive outputs. The piece discusses McKechnie’s limited chances at short with potential to stay if he proves his defense and arm, noting the Yankees’ six losses stem largely from that position and that batting order remains unchanged in the West.
Harvard oarsmen travel to Ithaca to face Cornell Varsity and Freshmen eights on Lake Cayuga following a defeat to Princeton. Coach Wray says the crew is not in ideal condition but still has a chance to win.
St Louis May 23 The Yankees on their West trip failed to land the infielder they sought. With no Western club willing to trade the desired player Chance faces using current roster as a makeshift at shortstop. Derrick’s fielding has been weak and McKechnie is being tried in the position.
A newly patented truss without understrand or hip pressure can be worn in the bath and claimed to be comfortable, clean, and cool. The Comfort Truss Co. offers a 30 day trial from Office 208 Warner Building Bridgeport Ct with hours 10 to 12 mornings and 5 to 7 evenings on Sundays 10 to 2.
The article touts Cornell as the premier athletic university, claiming 18 championships in three years and seven in 1912 13. It contrasts rivals Yale Princeton Harvard Columbia Pennsylvania and notes concerns over leadership mood at other colleges while praising Cornell's athletic supremacy.
Jerome D. Travers national and Metropolitan champion tops the Fox Hills qualifying with 151 for 36 holes. Ninety of 100 entrants finish. nine players tied at 170 for last five spots. Travers shot 73 morning and 78 afternoon. H. V. Gaines also 73 but 86 in afternoon. The 32 qualifiers advance to match play with Bowers of the city at 165.
St. Louis defeated New York 4 to 3 while Pittsburgh beat Brooklyn 5 to 2 and Philadelphia routed Cincinnati 12 to 0. Chicago edged Boston 6 to 5. Today's schedule has St. Louis at New York, Pittsburgh at Brooklyn, Cincinnati at Philadelphia, and Chicago at Boston.
Reports show St Louis beating New York five to zero and Boston defeating Chicago ten to nine. Washington edged Cleveland eight to five while Detroit and Philadelphia postponed due to rain. Other games were postponed on wet grounds with Brooklyn in action and Newark visiting Buffalo.
Eastern Association results list New London hosting Holyoke with Abercrombie Ulrich Swarmstedt Daniels and Ahearn scoring for New London. Pittsfield faced Hartford with Power Philbin Mason Bridges leading. Remaining games Pittsburgh? Waterbury at New Haven and Bridgeport at Springfield with regional standings noted.
In Franklin Field Philadelphia yesterday Pennsylvania edged Fordham 3 to 2 in a tense contest. Coleman opened the eighth with a double and Loomnen followed with a single to plate the winner as two were out.
A roundup of the leading Native American players making impact in major league baseball. John Meyers known as Chief with the Giants, Chief Bender of the Athletics, and James Thorpe along with George Johnson with the Reds are highlighted for their skill, speed, and achievements. Meyers, a Dartmouth graduate, is praised as a dangerous hitter. Bender shown as a crafty, reliable pitcher. Thorpe as a fast, developing talent. Johnson noted for his deliberate delivery and reverse English pitching.
New York May 22 Local golfing circles note a London report that Abe Mitchell the English workingman golfer may enter the United States amateur open championship meet this summer Mitchell was runner up in the English amateur championship at Hoylake last year against John Ball and is chauffeur to Senator Abe Bailey the South African mining magnate
Lyford Bros promote spring woolens with two store locations targeting farmer customers. The advertisement highlights new stock and seasonal pricing to attract rural buyers.
Yale defeats Brown 6 to 4 at Yale Field in a back and forth sixteenth straight win for Yale. Frank Quinby’s Elis overcame Brown’s early lead as Burdette and Riddell provided the decisive blows. Eddie Bayers started strong for Brown before Gile shut them down after the first inning.
Old Pirates star Deacon Philippe, born Charles Philippe in Rural Retreat Virginia May 23 1872, celebrates his forty first birthday. The veteran pitcher helped Pittsburgh win pennants in 1901 1902 1903 and 1908 and 1909 saw limited play with strong fielding. Also notes northward trek to New York and Toronto as racing seasons begin.
Fairfield county beekeepers association plans a Stamford meeting in Arcanum hall on May 31 with sessions at 10 30 a m and 1 30 p m Delegates will report on state convention findings and relay reports from state to national associations An invitation is extended to all Fairfield county residents interested in bees to attend in Stamford May 1st
Seton Hall captain and star pitcher Joe Peploski will sign with Detroit of the American League after the college season. He expects to join the Tigers about a week after graduating June 12, having also played outfield and base running. Peploski, 21, lives in Bayonne New Jersey.
A collage of baseball chatter cites C Webb Murphy dispatching scouts to find pitchers for the Pirates and Horace Fogel’s Phillies crowds swelling, plus Ty Cobb leading AL hitters and Comiskey paying stars oddly. The piece blends humor and quick notes from leagues, with other jokes and miscellany.
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