Stormy Rain Delays Mattitucks Game in Waterbury Thriller
In a rain soaked ninth, Mattitucks edged Waterbury 4 3 as Herring halted play after Flitt and Connolly faced pressure and errors mounted. Roy and Ray Grimes led the visitors with key hits while Dowd Daly Hargrave and Leary produced late rally chances despite fielding woes and a water soaked diamond.
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Going Down Worcester 2 Hartford 0 in Worcester game
Keifer pitched brilliantly for Worcester to seal a 2 0 win over Hartford with McLellan undone by a Johnson three-hitter in the fifth. Hartford lineup featured Adams Lenahan Rubino Aven Holden Wehawk Keegan Schaefer Flaherty McLellan while Worcester fielded Kelly Gardella Potterger Johnson Werre Waters Dee Stifer. Final notes include missed base opportunities and Worcester leaving eight on base while Hartford stranded six.
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Army Chow Satirizes Food Costs and Prohibition In Wartime Parable
A satirical sketch lampoons high living costs with a parable of feeding the multitude. It quips that army chow may ease hunger while mocking profiteers and Prohibitionists, recounting beans galore and an imagined military feast, with diners debating etiquette and scarcity amid wartime shortages.
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White Sox pennant bid hinges on key figures and a deserting pitcher
A chaotic account notes Eddie Geeson deserting the team amid muttered doubts about the White Sox pennant push. Trainer Harry Stephenson and star pitchers Cicotte and Williams receive emphasis as Chicago seeks stability and a hoped World Series run. The piece highlights internal tension, coaching roles, and fan appreciation as the season nears a decisive stretch.
Ruppert Challenges Ban Johnson Over Mays Suspension
Colonel Ruppert president of the New York Americans challenges Ban Johnson's explanation for Carl Mays suspension and releases a telegram implying Detroit club manager Jennings sought Mays after the date of Johnson's protests. Ruppert says Johnson misstated facts of Mays quitting injured mid game and claims Boston and Philadelphia clubs were not notified. Both Ruppert and Huston refuse comment on legal action while pledging to pitch Mays within two days.
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Major Defending State Net Title Acquired in 1915
In the Connecticut tennis championship singles Cedric 4A from New York held the Bridgman cup as Major defends the title. Participants include Peter Bull Jayle Mahan Alvie A Manor and former Yale captain Vodas. Scores show Galiin over Anderson and Neahring over Pullen. Second round saw Major, Sinclair, Watkins, Patterson and others advance with various match results.
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Clarke Lane Presented With A Poor Schedule
Clarke Lane, president of a local club, faced a scheduling mix up for a game at Waterbury. He learned late that Bridgeport would host the match, after contacting President O Neil, and about 200 fans attended despite the confusion.
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Jack Flynn Resigns as Waterbury Leader
Jack Flynn resigns as playing manager of Waterbury Baseball Club after refusing a salary cut. A former major league player is named as his successor as the club, plagued by losses and dwindling attendance, searches for leadership amid ownership interference. The Twin Oaks accept the Blessed Sacrament challenge next Sunday on No 4 diamond with a 3:30 permit.
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Red Sox Hammer Indian Pitchers In Opening Series
Indians fall as Boston bats pound Bagby and Cleveland pitching woes. Hoyt wins for Red Sox while Bagby takes the loss. Scoring includes early Boston runs and late Cleveland resistance with multiple hits and fielding notes.
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Meyrile Beach baseball challenge drew teams for games
The Meyrile Beach league issued a challenge to any team for a game or series at the Trainball grounds on August 9. The Meyrile group expects strong competition and notes several players like B Jack Derby and George Johnston have joined the Marine Juniors now playing with the Myrtles.
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Australians Out Of Newport Meet Lose Singles Scratched
The Newport invitation tennis tourney concludes round two singles while doubles start. Australian stars withdraw from singles though set to play doubles Patterson and Brookes vs Thomas and Leycett. Tilden defeats Minsey in a tense match, Cragin outlasts Wischer in nearly four hours, Griffin edging Parker. Sea ver struggles against Murray.
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R. Norris Williams
Clarence J
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San Francisco
Parker
Double G Wins Only Event At North Randall
Heavy rain and electrical storm halted Grand Circuit racing at North Randall. Double G, the favorite, won the only heat completed in today’s trotting purse of 1208. Other starters included Admire Nellie Thosa Highland Lassie Warper Billy Landes Big Rank and Cuff Maguette, with a 2 08 1 4 time.
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Boxers Clash for World Title in Paris Bout
Boxing enthusiasts await a Paris showdown on November 2 as Levinsky meets Georges Carpentier for the heavyweight title. The bout, billed as a major clash of reputations, features Levinsky’s aggressive style and Carpentier’s nimble power, with other undercard matches anticipated in a high prestige event.
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Giants Drop Full Game in Race As Reds Top Braves
In St Louis the Giants played listlessly as the Reds beat the Braves in the opening game of the series. The slate shows New York dropping the contest 6 to 2 amid slow delivery and lackluster team play.
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