F. Grove Poised To Join Baseball Immortals In 1925
A torn, OCR style tribute argues Robert Moses Grove may join Cy Young Christy Mathewson Walter Johnson and Grover Alexander among the greats. It notes Grove's rising win totals 20 to 28 yearly and shrinking losses, predicting about 28 victories and four defeats if pace continues, claiming he might rank with baseball legends.
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Cy Young
Christy Mathewson
Walter Johnson
Grover Alexander
Robert Moses Grove
Alice Letty
White Elephants
Grove
Grove's Record Shows Peak Yet Among All-Time Greats
Grove's record stands at .760 winning percentage, matching the era's top hurlers in quality. The piece argues his peak rivals Cy Young Walter Johnson Matty Grover Alexander, noting high strikeout ratios and strong supporting hitters like Fors Cochran and Simmons. It suggests era differences in ball quality and pitching rules influenced comparisons.
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Big Four
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Matty
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Cochrans
Simmons
Ealy
Stribling Chooses Chance in Schmeling Striking Championship
The article notes Stribling as an American challenger favored at 7 to 10 against Schmeling with even money bets, amid expectations of crowd support and a homegrown edge. It mentions Frank Frisch and Oscar Melillo as parallels in defense, highlighting Melillo's strong fielding and weaker batting, shaping broader sports context.
Hagerstown Here Today for Opener
The Charleston Senators prepare to face Hagerstown in a two game set, with the first scheduled at three o'clock and a second Monday night at 8 15. Lefty Rinehart impressed manager Hobfitzell in yesterday's workout as Eddie Marlean or Charley Horn may start today. The match features a third place battle as Altoona and Charleston vie for position, with notes on pitching, fielding, and late game developments.
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Shadow Senators top Altoona 5-3 at Kanawha Park
The Shadow Senators beat Altoona 5-3 as Dick Montague pitched effectively through six innings before a late rally by Altoona. Key hits by Zapanese and Zupanek, plus a wild throw by Brown, fueled the visitors’ offense while Montague held firm for a three-game winning streak.
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Ancient pitchers bring age to New York-Penn League
In Harrissurg Pa a trio of N Y P league pitchers with a combined age over 190 years are highlighted Lefty George York is said to be about 44 Rush 34 Enetzer once with Brooklyn Superbas and later Federal league teams is noted Knetzer has shuffled through Binghamton Wilkes-Barre and may still be valued Old fliner involved in transfer talks and franchise moves in minor league baseball Tulsa franchise shifts to Topeka Kan due to park issues
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Binghamton
Contintent Of Going Route Biggest Boxing Crowd Seen In Charleston
Boxing fans expect the largest outdoor crowd in Charleston history for the Bartley show at the ball park opening the season. Heavyweights King Levinsky of Chicago and Pat McCarthy of Boston headline a program with numerous local talent, including Eddie Moore and Kid Hatfield in semi finals and a full card beginning at 8:30 p.m. local time.
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Ann Youth
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Kid Cook
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Fifth Week Twilight League Battles Lead to Real War
The fifth week of Twilight League play centers on Power led by Caveman Stillman and the Mall division race, with Central Sales, Fish Tires, Clendenin Reds and the Marines contending. Marine star Harrison homered and Kidd the Devil Copsounding powered a Fox setback. Power and Central Sales clash Wednesday at Armor Park, Power seeking another decisive win to stay undefeated.
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Colts Win From Stogie Combine at Wheeling
Cumberland led the Colts to a 7-5 victory over the Stogies at Wheeling with 14 singles as Helmick Bootts Coleman Cits mar ace Hemstey contributed, while Scottdale swept a twin bill from the Governors 4-2 and 7-2. Johnstown won a series from Beckley 31-8, Huntington claimed a 4-3 finale over Clarksburg, and Hagerstown split with Fairmont 4-0 and 12-4.
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Helmick and Bootts
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Max Schmeling Predicts Victory Over Stribling
Joe Jacobs, Schmeling's manager, claims Max Schmeling already beat the Stribling style after defeating Risko. He compares Wille the Clutch and Risky, predicts a dramatic July 3 title fight, and says the bout could be a million-dollar proposition.
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Mid-Atlantic Sports Scores and Standings Overview
Yesterday's results show Charleston beating Altoona twice and Cumberland defeating Wheeling. Standings list Cumberland, Hagerstown, Fairmont, and Beckley near the top, with Beattdale, Myntington, and Clarksburg trailing. Today's games include Hagerstown at Charleston and Altoona at Berkley among others. notable mentions include Ruth, Yankees, and Pirates in the regional sports notes.
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Hantington
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Beattdale
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Jonarsown Sieree
Myntington
Bozinis and Wolff Clash Monday at Armory Arena
Newark rival Bozinis and German bear hug artist Frank Wolff clash Monday night at the Armory arena in a bout billed to spark more action in their weight division. Both vow to outshine the other as they pursue Joe Banaski's Mid Western title, with hype and vanity fueling a charged, melee-heavy card.
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Eddie Jacobs wins New England men’s singles title
In Hartford at the Hartford Golf Club on June 6 Pidles Incobs of Baltimore Md defeated Samuel B Gilpin of Philadelphia in straight sets 6-3 6-4 to claim the 1031 New England men’s singles teams championship.
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Americans Take Early Lead in Vienna International Series
The American tennis pair George Lott and Joni Von Ryn built a 9 9 0 lead in the Vienna International team series against Austria today. They won the doubles 8 3 0 4 3 6 and defeated Haber and Astena in a tight match, showcasing strong play as the series progresses.
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West Virginia Tennis Hopes High for Open Tourney
West Virginia ready for a four day state closed tennis meet with new teams and faces in opening rounds. Tuy Newberry of Huntington seeks to defend the women’s title while Margaret Carspecken of Morgantown aims for national ranking. Cohn and Smith lead last year’s doubles hopes with Arkle and Stan promising a strong run. Deadline looms as 500 invites circulate and pairings set Wednesday at four.
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Louise Dickinson
Charleston
Marshall College
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Charleston Tenrla
Sammy Cohn
Beckley
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Aubrey Smith
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Jimmie Curphey
Roy Sweeney
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W. B. (Bucky) Harris
Parkersburg High tops Charleston tennis in tight dual
Parkersburg High School dominated the visiting Charleston team, winning all but one singles match. Dilly beat Hart 8-0 6-3, Dulley defeated Moore 8-4 7-5, and Timberlake edged Wolfe 7-5 2-6 8-2. In doubles, Dila and BtcEain beat Hart and Moore 7-5 8-10 6-1, Wolfe and Duffey defeated Young and Timberlake 9-7 6-4.
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Field House to Honor Knute Rockne at Notre Dame
Notre Dame announces a new Field House in memory of Knute Rockne. The project costs $650,000 with $350,000 set for an endowment to cover upkeep. Father Charles L. O'Donnell says the national campaign will invite broad public support, not limited to Notre Dame alumni.
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Kanawha Linksmen Beaten by Beckley Golf Team
Beckley golfers defeated Kanawha Linksmen in a team match at the Black Knight course. The locals took an early lead and extended the margin, piling up points throughout the contest.
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