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Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1925

Page

8

Windy Qualifiers Shuffle National College Track Meet

Strong winds and a brief shower disrupted Stage Field events at the national college track meet. In the low hurdles heat, several runners failed to clear most or all hurdles, sparking upsets as Snyder of Ohio and Davis of Washington and Lee advanced amid gusts. Helster of Stanford led the high hurdles, clocking the best time. Eighteen schools are represented among the track qualifiers.

Associated Press Chicago Vogel Oklahoma Fefereen Emebody Davis Washington and Lee Snyder Leland Stanford

Shaute’s Hurling Baffles Yankees in 5-2 Win

Cleveland southpaw Gee Shaute limited New York to three hits, striking out eight, as the Indians defeated the Yankees 5 to 2. Jamieson and Boesker each homered for Cleveland, Shaute also contributed a fifth inning triple off Shawkey.

Cleveland New York Gee Shaute Indians Shaute Shawkey Jamieson Boesker Jeveland Bhayte Myatt Forbh Schang

Evans Thrill Recalls Golf Open Shot at Minikahda

Chick Evans recalls his peak thrill from the 1916 Minneapolis Open at Minikahda when he faced a water ditch on the twelfth, chose a risky carry over the obstacle, and won the championship by three strokes. He contrasted it with other players’ struggles as Jim Barnes faltered at the ditch.

Dy AL Demalle Giants Chick Evans Minneapolis Minikahda Club Jim Barnes Jock Hutchison Hagen Barnes McCormick al Bemaree Associated Editors, Inc

Clifton Forge Triumphs Over Covington Grays in 13-10 Victory

Clifton Forge Boosters defeated the Covington Grays 13 to 10 in Clifton Forge Virginia. Orrie May pitched for Clifton Forge while Lanas started for Covington. Cliggan and Leighton homered for Covington. Lavinay hit a three-run shot for the Grays in seventh. May endured twelve hits as Payne and Smyth led Clifton Forge’s hitting. Rochester beat Jersey City and Toronto 9-3. Baltimore won 1-0. Buffalo topped Reading 8-4 in first game and 10-7 in seven innings. Syracuse defeated Providence 9-2.

Clifton Forge Clifton Forge Boosters Covington Grays Todey Brthe Orrie May Atar Augusta Military Academy Boosters Covington Cliggan Gibson Leighton Grays Lavinay Bay May Devery Curtis Cligenn Smtha Grays Byrd Smith Payne Rochester Jersey City Toronto Baltimore Buffalo Reading Syracuse Providence

White Sox trounce Athletics 15 to 1 in Philadelphia

Chicago slugged Philadelphia 15 to 1 to take the third game of the series. Faber dominated early while the Sox pounded Walker and rookie Andrews, whose wildness sparked six walks. Heinrich relieved in the eighth but did not change the rout as Chicago added runs late.

Philadelphia Chicago Faber Walkers Andrews Eix Mins Heinrich Af Thavason Sox

Twilight League heads hold meet on protested game

Twilight league bosses met yesterday evening with President Jamra Smith at the Elks club and ironclut lent several matters relating to amateur diamond games. A decision upheld the protest of Seat Soldiers against Knights of Pythias, approved by league managers. A playoff date was set for the unresolved game. The postponed Elka vs State House playoff was delayed for a week due to schedule conflicts. Rules on player release and noncontract play were clarified after a query from Menaker Wheat Orcutt. President Smith praised the league quality and conduct. Dr A V Johnson will handle executive affairs during Smith’s two week absence. A motion to impose a small admission fee on protested games was dismissed without vote. Also listed American Association scores: Columbia over Kansas City 8 on Indianapolis 8, Minneapolis 3. Louisville 7 over St. Paul 2. Toledo 18 over Milwaukee 3.

Jamra Smith Elks Club Ironcut Mateur Knights of Pythias Marines Smith K. of P Elka State House Legat Menaker Wheat Orcutt Hewer Company Orcutt Jeague Wood A. V. Johnson South Charlangton

Long Drives by Feg Murray

An exploration of golf drives reaching extraordinary distances. Notable figures include James Braid and others from Britain, with claims of drives over 400 and even 460 yards under favorable conditions. The piece mentions aviation stunt driving, pyramid attempts, and a noted driver at White Sulphur Springs boasting an eight foot long club.

Granthind Ries James Braid England Braid Walton Heath British Isles Mitchell Tolley Harue Ray Wisen T. C. Beaquette Cheops Pyramid Hay

The Sportlight notes on Dempsey and boxing odds

A quirky sports column discusses Dempsey’s potential opponents and earnings, weighing chances of rematches with Wills Tunney and Weinert, and the crowded modern sports scene. It salutes Nurmi’s track legacy and highlights Owen Carroll’s pitching promise at Holy Cross.

Pirates defeat Giants as Bates falters in opener

June 12 report says Virgil Bates failed to slow the Pirates who beat the Giants 6 2 in the opening game of the series. The Pirates collected 16 hits, including a Grantham homer, with Carey scoring from second on a sacrifice fly in the fifth. Scores also list Middle Atlantic results Clarkeburg 2 Fairmont 1 and Johnstown 10 Wheeling 6.

Pittsburgh Virgil Bates Pirates Gianta Grantham Giants Carey

Casey at the Net at Wimbledon World Tourney

San Francisco tennis star Raymond J. Casey will be among the few American entrants in the world court tourney at Wimbledon on June 17 18. Casey's form this year has drawn much comment. An odd note describes observers with a Lick telescope failing to reveal hiding places. A sorrowing duffer laments life and pain while seeking a cure for his slice. An amazing event: no one has claimed the lightweight throne yet the universe continues without upheaval.

Raymond J. Casey San Francisco Wimbledon Eng Casey Oecupy

Fragmented sports musings and Houston-era chatter

A fragmentary wire service style monologue questions athletic overemphasis in colleges, cites Dubuque University’s stance, contemplates temperate zones for eco colleges, and notes the Western Conference nearing solutions. Mentions Warry Wills Weinert and Connie Mack with baseball figures and a resting note on Sammy Gray.

Dubuque University

Cincinnati Defeats Dodgers 6 0 For Eighth Straight Win

Cincinnati beat Brooklyn 6 to 0 to extend its winning streak to eight. Osborne was hitable early while Rixey held the Dodgers to scattered hits. The start was delayed by National League golden jubilee celebration ceremonies with dignitaries including Judge K M Landis and NL president John A Heydler taking part.

Cincinnati Brooklyn Osborne Rixey K. M. Landis John A. Heydler

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