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Newspaper

Bridgeport Standard Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1919

Page

8

Yankees Obtain Injunction Over Mays Case In Interim Clash

New York owners won a temporary injunction in Supreme Court restraining Ban Johnson and league officials from interfering with Carl Mays pitching while his indefinite suspension stands. A hearing is set next Tuesday to decide on a possible extension. Jacob Ruppert announced a meeting of club owners next Monday to discuss plans to oust Johnson.

Yankees Mays Johnson New York New York American Baseball Club Supreme ‘S Court Ban Johnson American League St. Louis Cleveland American Car “Mays Ale. Johnson Jacob Ruppert Yankee Club

Horses Owned by Walter Cox Take 2 Richest Purses

In Cleveland on August 6 Walter R. Cox of Dover, S H, drove McGregor The Great to win the $3,000 Press stake for 2:17 trotters at the Grand Circuit meeting at North Randall. He then claimed a second victory steering Mignola in the 2:07 class, with both horses dominating their fields in straight heats. Other notable results included Double G losing to Tenua in the 2:12 pacing and Gold Quartz taking the 2:17 pace.

Cleveland McGregor the Great Walter R. Cox Dover S. H North Randall Cox Mignola Hars Double G Tenua Gol Quartz Belle Chatlin Wenna Stokes Sturgeon Valentine Gratan Regent Dedrick Nellie Ross Sweeneybo Harper Gro Lou Billy Landes Hyde Palin Annie Murphy Allie Lou Gard Peter Coley Peter Blllikeup Miss Woodhunne Arly Dom May Forbes Joseph Guy King Watts Whitehead Holly Road Nuemi Lodges Romidotte Sinder Scote Ritton Vorhes

Navin denies trying to acquire Mays from Red Sox

Detroit August 1 President Frank Navin of the Detroit Tigers emphatically denied making any offers for pitcher Carl Mays while he was with the Red Sox and before his suspension by Ban Johnson. Navin said Jennings had no authority to negotiate and that he would not have offered a release. He noted Mays should be punished for leaving his team and warned other AL clubs might refuse to play the Yankees if Mays joined them. He criticized court action as no guarantee leagues would be forced to play New York.

Detroit Frank Navin Detroit Tigers Carl Mays Red Sox Ban Hnson Jennings Tigers Navin Jenings Boston Mays New York

Poll Perritt Nears Release By McGraw In Giants

Poll Perritt has waivers posted by all major league clubs as John McGraw weighs a possible outright release. Perritt’s recent form for the Giants was inconsistent, leading to his likely departure after a late 1915 season where he failed to regain past success. He was sent from Pittsburgh last Thursday night.

ST. Louis Aug John McGraw Poll Perritt Kander Louisiana Poll New York Gmres Perritt Giants Pirates Cardinals McGraw Rome Pittsburgh

Man o War off limits as $100000 offer rejected

Saratoga report says Samuel Widdie of Glen Riddle Farm refused $100,000 for Man o War from Montford Jones and Phil Chinn. Widdie plans to keep the colt for stud duties after racing, keeping him unavailable at any price. Also noted is Young Augy, managed by Ray Elias, slated to fight Young Muddy of Greenwich in Stamford for 16 rounds later this month after recent wins.

Saratoga Aug Samuel ‘Widdie Ender Glen Riddle Riddle Man O Montford Jones Phil Chinn Young Augy Ray Elias Atlantic Street Stamford Young Muddy Greenwich Augy Bat Kutz Ti Young Brooks T Re Alien Louis Bonish

Theatrical Tour Nets Jack Dempsey 450000

Chicago reports Jack Dempsey signs a fifteen week theatrical contract at fifteen thousand dollars per week totaling two hundred twenty five thousand dollars with a clause to double length for a total of four hundred fifty six thousand dollars. The tour opens around August eighteen in Chicago or St Louis with Lau Tiehtenstein and Limely Jacoby backing the project.

Chicago Jack Dempsey St. Louie Lau Tiehtenstein Fistie Limely Jacoby Dempsey Piayers

Doyle Out Again As Giants Shuffle Infield

Larry Doyle will miss the Giants lineup after injuring his left leg sliding into second base in the fourth inning of yesterday's game. Al Baird will cover second base for the next three to four days as Doyle remains sidelined for an unspecified period.

Wittsfield Messenger Joe Jairmingham Fittfield Diilies

White Sox Acquire Mayer Piutarwih From Pirates

The Chicago White Sox obtain Mayer Piutarwih from the Pittsburgh Pirates under a waiver deal. Mayer, reportedly at his Philadelphia home, came to the White Sox in exchange for Rimmer Jacobs in a season-long arrangement. The Pittsburgh move sent Mayer from Philadelphia after the Phillies released him earlier.

Piutarwih HH Brekine Milyer Pittsburgh

Voshell Defeats Coast Comet in Newport Tennis

In Newport L Aug G Ris matchups defined daylong singles events before rain halted play. Voshell of New York defeated Maurice E. Loughlin of Francisca 3-? in five sets, while William Pilden of Philadelphia beat Wilson Washburn of New York 1-4 4-6 0-2. Niles of Boston to meet Lindley of Nisentra Pills in third round. doubles Foster Wheelwright of Boston beat Joe Cragin and Hosenbaum of New York after first-round win, delaying further play.

Newport Crsima Chme Maurice E. Ale Loughlin Francisca Farmer National Phample Vashell New York McLoughlin Voshell Melaouehtin William Pilden Philadelphia Wilsone-M. Washburn Watleep Johnson W. F

Three Matches Defaulted In State Tennis Tourney

In the state tennis tourney at the Na alte Country Club, multiple matches were defaulted. Notable results include Lyle Mahan of York losing to A HK Man from Richmond Wi and ON Johnson defeating SN Johnson by default in earlier rounds. Harold W. Post Jr of York beat J. Thompson in a later round.

Sorfolis Conn Augelies Naalte Country Club Ritin Sogsy Pasmenei “Ament Suamauie A. HK J. Ftv Teese I. Anderstulls Nansan R.A. Tuitiersong Johnson Harold W. Post, Jr J. Thompson York

McCann Named New Head of City Baseball League

Thomas J McCann a longtime figure in decal baseball circles was unanimously elected president of the City Baseball League on Tuesday, succeeding Michael Arinol who resigned to devote time to Rosebud wine. Directors pledged full support for a successful future.

Thomas McCann City Baseball League Thomas J. McCann Michael Arinol Offici Tlally Rosebud Wean McCann

Unclear Historic League Results With City Matches

Fragmented OCR lists place names and matchups including Worcester Worcester Alertfoerd and Philadelphia Pittsburgh events. Mentions cities like Chicago New York and Detroit with unclear team labels. appears to summarize a schedule of regional games rather than a single decisive result.

Alonar Westording SSL Louis New York Hrogklya Gineiasati F. Foston Chicago Philadelphia-Pittsburgh

Indians rely on Tris Speaker as core of offense

Opinion shifts between needing another good pitcher and trusting Tris Speaker to carry the Indians. The veteran outfielder is praised for leadership and brain power, with a recent dip in batting average noted but still viewed as pivotal to Cleveland’s success.

Boston Indians Lee Wohl Tris Speaker Tris

Eastern League plans end of season on Labor Day

President Dan O Neal announced the Eastern League will extend the season to Labor Day. Bridgeport Hartford and Providence opposed the plan while Springfield supported the extension. A telegraphic vote decided the outcome though the exact vote tally was not released.

Labor Day Hiaktbor Dan O'Neil Whese Bridgeport Hasiford Providence Springfield

Heinie Wagner Returns As Boston Red Sox Coach

Heinie Wagner, former Boston American club member, returns to the Red Sox as assistant manager and coach. He was released last spring due to the 21 player limit and later managed Portland in the New England league, which disbanded.

Boston Heinie” Wagner Boston American Baseball Club Mfrazese Portland Club

Impartial Rooter Recaps Hill Teams In Tight Standings

The Impartial Rooter notes Hill teams pressuring the Eastern race amid inconsistent play and injuries. It highlights Wittsfield’s pivot toward third with strong defense and calls for sharper infield work while referencing New York and Chicago standings and a standout Boston Braves effort against the Cubs.

Hornsby's Drives Defeat Giants in St Louis 8 to 4

In St Louis on August 6 the Giants were defeated 8 to 4 as Hornsby led with a homer and a single driving in four runs. New York was outbatted and fumbled chances while pitchers and fielding misplays marred the game.

Hornsby Giants St. Louis Cardinals St. Loui New York Jony Ehho Burns Young Mierehoer Chiuee Katt Cf Boy Imgmermiaon A. Baird Tou Q Snyder Yong Sinkih Sieck Florsby Mehlenvy Clemons Dou Miller Lavan Trina Vaird Jacobe Go Paints Woodward Itn Sterdet Oyay Stock Slurnusby Malley Saeriffce Smath Zigmerman

Tarzan parodies and baseball jabs in a wild 1919 style column

A rambling satire blends Tarzan, Dempsey, and baseball slang with political riffs. It mocks figures like Ban Johnson and Francia X, hints at U.S. army plans, and dropping in light mockery of teams, players, and the era’s sports culture. The tone remains punchy and period specific.

Tigers Break Tie For Second Place

Tigers secure a 4 to 1 win as pitcher Leungr shines in key moments. Dodgers rout Reds 6 to 4 in Cincinnati with Cadore limiting Reds to few hits and Sallee and Fisher pressuring the opposition.

Tigers Dodgers Reds Cincinnati Sallee Fisher Cadore Searc

Sir John Johnson Bought for 16090 at Saratoga Auction

Sir John Johnson the fourteen year old stallion brought 16090 dollars when offered at auction at J. J. Maher's horse disposal sale in the paddock at the racetrack last night. R. J. Quinn of Albany bid him in acting for Mr. Maher. The stallion, bred by the late Stephen Sanford, was bought by Frank J. Nolan. Other Maher horses sold included Ima Ivrank at 6500 and Old Koenig.

Saratoga John Johnson J. J. Maher R. J. Quinn Albany Maher Stephen Sansford Frank J. Nolan Beverwych Stable Nolan Mr. Maher Ima Ivrank Mr. Quinn Koenig R. E. Carman Stratling Ile R. W. Mechdly

Cubs Bid for Hornsby and Penn schedule reveal college contest

Chicago Cubs owners pursue Rogers Hornsby of the St Louis Cardinals after a past $75 000 offer was rejected by President Rickes. The Cardinals face heavy expenses as the Cubs seek a star to boost the lineup. University of Pennsylvania announces a football schedule with eight games and a Dartmouth clash in New York on November 1 at Franklin Field hosts seven other matches.

Halefab Cayago Cubs Rogers Horesby St. Louis Cardinals Cubs Hornsby Rirkes Cardinals Chicago Dpichey Theubs Phimpadrisuhea Ang Tha Universitys Pennshvien Yoothai Sagen Love Dartmouth New York Franklin Field Pennsylvania Military College Delaware College Awarthmore Lafayette Pennsyviveania St. College University of Pittsburgh Cornett

Mack Purchases Pitcher Gibson From Western Club

Mack, minrager of Smieuw, announced the purchase of pitcher Gibson from a Western Canadian club. The move aims to bolster their lineup for the upcoming western season and potential Philadelphia engagement.

Phulladelph Mack, Minrager Smieuw Gibson Viewin Gitewse

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