Elks Lead Vanishes as Knights Rally to 9 8 Victory
In Charleston the Knights of Vythias staged a dramatic comeback to beat the Elks 9 to 8 in the fourth game of the amateur world series. Kilburn replaced Staab and sparked a late rally after Elks built an eight run lead, aided by a series of misplays by the Elks and timely hits by Knights players including Kilburn, Beers, and Truslow. The series stands 3-1 for the Knights with one more victory needed for the city championship.
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Knights of Vythias
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Pythians
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How often have you heard the farm tale about Al Sleonens
The passage extols sports figures who defy expert criticism. Al Sleonens, who came from Milwaukee to Connie Mack's team, hit 208 in 162 games in his first majors year and remained among top home run hitters. It notes his unusual swing, long bat, and ability to succeed despite perceived flaws. It also mentions other athletes like Firou, Chirlie Paddock, and Arnie Tors, illustrating that talent and perseverance can defy conventional teaching.
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Connie Mack
Milwaukee Vial
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Simmons Uxex
Firou
Arnie Tors
Stanford
Cornell
Elks edge Pruslaw in ninth as Cannon homers
In a late inning twist the Elks rally past Truslow, Holt and Jones shine on defense amid a wild ninth. Cannon fends off a fence shot for a key hit, while Kilburn and Zellers star on the mound and at the plate. Box score highlights Price Beers Cannon Herscher and teammates with T.
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Trustow
Leff
Wheiso
Sgade
Tiensen
Eles— Price
Beers
Cannon
Herscher
Thums
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Hales
Oe Veert
BR Georgn
Heleer An Ve. Conner
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Truslow
Kibura
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Imes
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Soin Bent
Bellera
Bon
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Crowe
Hurier
Saabs Crows
Ty Kilburn
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Uber
Auto Racer Sets World Records at Montlhery Track
Tim M. Benoist, racing at Montlhery France, lowered three world marks in a 12 cylinder car. He ran the track at about 223.0 kmh, 5 km in 1:21.24, 5 miles in 2:24.8, and 10 km in 2:47.5, while attempting the mile record before a rear tire tread peeled away.
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Montlhery
France
Tim M. Benoist
Footballs scouting for varsity men in Morgantown camp
Special to the Gazette Morgantown West Virginia Aug 17 Although WVU football camp opens in two weeks many Mannpines athletes push to be in shape now. Nearly 40 men named as varsity candidates for fall spring to Jacksons MIU. Names include Aaron Gilket Red Makan Julian Murry Clarence Cameron Shorty Bryan and others from Clarksburg Parkersburg Mannington and Charleston. Coach Ira Rodgers demands first class condition for all trainees.
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Rginia
Hinckson
MIMS
Aaron Gilket
Clarksburg
Harry Center
OlkKer
Red Makan
Ray Powers
Falkinstee
Julian Murrin
Fearduys
Parkersburg
Rodgers
Jackson
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Rodeere Army
Ble Lewis Vowity Anh
Los Angeles to Host Vast Winter Sports Program
Los Angeles plans a major winter sports season under the Creator Association of Southern California. Expected events include boxing golf football and yacht racing with top national stars. The Los Angeles Open golf championship offers a record $1000 prize and will feature leading golfers in January. Samuel Green, noted colonial printer, died at 81.
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Avrerten
Monte Carlo
Sparta Iates
Wah Thyx
Wll
California
Viattora
Waek
Wastern
Blankenship Pushes Chicago Past Detroit for Seventh Win
Chicago earned a 3 to 2 victory over Detroit, with Ted Blankenship collecting his seventh win. A costly error by Davis and a late RBI by Blankenship produced the decisive runs, while Davis exited after giving up the tying run as Chicago claimed the edge in the series.
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Chicago
Ted Blankenshin
Detroit
Frankenstip
Davis
Hrankenship
Kaul
Falk
Managers Who Play Baseball The Rule Now
A fragmented era item notes a rising trend of managers who also play baseball at night in the major leagues. It cites figures such as Mek Karis with the Washington Nematers and mentions several managers across both leagues, highlighting a shift in roles and public interest in dual duties.
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Gentoo
Werald
Mek Karis
Washington Nematers
Waivakteddy
Syenkes
Collins
Racrs
Amerigo Deieue
Hornish Haywrest
Marauville
Wheat
Gonsvistit
Asaoctetid Tuibuns
U Tae
Blockade talk aims to regulate Canadian border traffic
Washington August 17. Talks to blockade the border will push for mutual regulations to curb smugglers and contraband. The United States and Canada seek rules for enforcement, with Andrea to lead the U S delegation and a Canadian representative yet unnamed. The effort targets preventing illicit entry and recovering state property between nations.
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United States
Aguiatant
Andrews
Syatent Uy
Mauer
Matccerlee
North Randall feature win by Robert Direct impresses crowd
Robert Direct claimed the North Randall feature victory in a close finish as the second heat neared the world record pace. The meet saw fast times and near captures, with Harvester and Southward among top scorers and Jut Foote close behind in early heats.
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Cumvelanni
Nobert Birget
Ritter Phreet Liting
Auendelreuli
North Randall
Semynd
Sempre
Robert Diree
Robert Direct
Lali
Attiirs
CME Fun
Japaatty Royal
Helen Street
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Uinday
Giants Rally To Beat Pirates 3 2 In Narrow Win
In Yor on August 17 New York erased a one run deficit to edge the Pirates 3 2. Meusel stole two bases on a wild peg by Huber in the eighth and scored the decisive run on Lindstrom s single as Greenfield allowed six hits. The win trimmed Pittsburgh s lead to three games.
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New York
Dato
Pirates
Meusel
Huber
Terry
Lindstrom
Kent Greenfield
Phitshurgh
Cumberland Colts Rally Past Fairmont in Final Series Game
Cumberland defeated Fairmont 1 to 1 in the final game of the series. Autherland used timely hits and the defense to pressure the visitors, with key moments in the fourth inning and a notable performance by Turner and Bester in the field.
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Tumberwed
Irmont
Seevist
Fern Ant
Fairmont
Uyerly
Autberland
Last Frame Rally Wins Exhibition Game
Philadelphia Americans defeated the Pittsburgh Nationals in an exhibition in which a fourth inning rally plus a late surge gave Philadelphia the win. Regulars played for Philadelphia while Pittsburgh featured only their top starters. Callplum pitched for the Pirates.
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Pittsrateg Pu
Pittsburgh Naionals
Excent Hate
Galloway
Pirate
Cuyler
Melviis
Traynor
Wrielt
Callplum
Jocats
Davis Elkins to Open September 15 Warrant Issued Declared
Fragmented account notes Davis Elkins plans to open September 15 with registrations rising and faculty positions filled. It mentions Professor Mol Ter at New York and leadership changes in chemistry and physics, plus hall renovations and a new women’s housing and training start date. A federal agent Cohen alleges a search without a warrant at a Kanawha City guard camp, with warrants issued later by Commissioner Pittwater and Judge Medintic. The American Association standings and scores near Milwaukee and Indianapolis are also listed.
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Itking Enltege
Phyistian
Amaia
New York
Seho
Dhara
Rob
Mirghidat
Hag
Ham
Suung Wemen
Mra. Parker, Turter
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Wemen
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Wo Vic
Monin Voltae
Virginia
Cueth Henderkei Reporta
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Hue
Jon Tothill
Tome
Safp
Minns
Bela Anade
J. A.abey Cohen
Kanawha City
Lads Hurt in Tractor Crash Across Clarksburg and Wheeling
In a midweek accident a tractor crash near Clarksburg and Wheeling left several youths injured. The collision occurred as a vehicle failed to stop, sending bystanders scrambling for aid. Emergency crews secured the scene and transported injured to local facilities for treatment.
Southern Association Athletics Meet Mix of City Names
Fragmentary OCR lists teams and cities including New Orleans Memphis Nashville Little Rock and Chattanooga with scattered scores and affiliations. The garbled text references the Southern Association with multiple regional participants and possible game results.
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Southern Assoctarion Athints
Orleans
Mohite, Birtingksen
Memphis
Chattansoga, PLC
Nashville
Little Rock
Stellar Entry List for Women's National Net Crown Threatens Wills
Forest Hills scene as Helen Wills defends her title with a strong seed lineup. Eleven seeds advance in first round led by Wills and Elizabeth Ryan with Jacobs scoring a stunning upset over Bickle. Bayside regionals highlight Slaourney’s 6 2 win while Harvey and Chambers push through extended battles.
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California
United States
Forest Hills
Aur
Helen Wills
H. H. Harvey
Lambert Chambers
Helen Pollak Falk
Elizabeth Kyen
Caroma
Mountain Lakes
New Jersey
Helen Jacobs
California II
Harry Bickle
Martha Bayard
Shorthilla
N. J
Edith Slaourney
Boston
Humble Baseball Seeks Strong Opponents After 11 2 Win
Rumhle base ball line, with 12 games played, shows JL records and seeks stronger state teams after defeating Chesapeake 11 to 2. In the rematch Williams and Sceamerion starred for the Jocals while Batton and Bonavish led the visitors battery. Fox had the only three base hits. Evans Townsend seanmer orm Arehart and Hamilton added two-base hits.
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Oosrove
Humble
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Bonavish
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Evans
Townsend
Seanmerorm
Arehart
Hamiltton
Final frame clinches win for Johnstown in pitchers duel
Johnstown, Pa. Aug. 11 Johnson sparked the win with a late homer and another in the eighth. Scottdale plated a run in the eighth but misfired on base running. Lcals prevailed 2 to 1 as Cal lns and Norton homered in the eighth and Scottdale misplayed chances.
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Lcals
Scottdale
Callns
Norton
Perham
Cocha
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Vassey
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