This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1926
Page
11
New York pitchers hold Cincinnati to two runs as the Giants grab a 3 to 2 victory. A seventh inning triple breaks the deadlock, giving New York a late lead and the win.
The British Lawn Tennis Association received a cable from the American Lawn Tennis Association stating that the match between the British and American men's teams scheduled for Hastbourne on Friday must be played. Vincent Richards notified the British association that the American team aggra was ready to participate.
Charpler’s Whitesville Giants faced an unexpected jolt as the local boxing team lost 12 3 on Sunday afternoon. Melting and Reliris impressed the prand stand with the Kueme wows while Laitha Bitty, a former university athlete, delivered a notable pitching display in the local ingression event.
Philadelphia National League team defeated the Chicago Cubs after rough early innings, with standout pitching by a fogged starter who yielded seven runs in the first two innings before relief pitcher Dorey limited further damage. The lineup showed power with multiple hitters collecting RBIs while the Cubs stranded bases full on several occasions.
Watchers effective pitching and support fueled Philadelphia win over Cleveland. The game featured four double plays initiated by Ly Engle and a handful of hits as Philadelphia moved ahead of Cleveland 10 to 8. Entries list Walbers, Miller, Tuckey, Menge, Karr, Myatt, and Lee among players. Isard mentioned in unrelated farming line from England.
Detroit employed 19 men in a nine inning win over Boston, 7 to 6. Nye pitched, four pinch hitters used, Hellman tripled, Warner walked, Tay shers hit a deciding triple, Fathersitt delivered a single to drive in the winning run as Detroit rallied from a late deficit.
Goshern defeats the Marine unit 4 to 0 as Youn allows one hit and Stim aleo shines on the mound. Chilton and Stithman combine on a key double play for the Marines. Chitton of Goshern belts a two bagger for the only extra base hit.
A planned conference on the heavyweight boxing muddle was pushed back by Tex Rickard until next Tuesday delaying a resolve. The expected showdown between involved parties was postponed due to unclear arrangements and organizational hiccups.
The Depression era commission hinted Ackard may offer to write and Dempeeye Wilts bout in New York as the compromise on demands if conditions are met. A match at Boyle's thirty acres could be considered. Richad's only clear step was resigning as Yankees Stadium matchmaker, which the commission tabled. James A. Farley, commission chairman, reiterated a call for fair play for Willachiattenye.
Ned Faber powered a 4 1 win over Washington by driving in three runs with a two bagger in the second inning. Coveleskie pitched well for the Champs, but Faber’s late runs sealed the game as Washington managed only four hits and left men on base.
In a brisk Business Men's league game Cream Crust defeated Henshaw Motors at Wilson Field last night scoring 6 runs. Pitcher Thomas powered the win with ten strikeouts while Clendenin and crew led the hitting. Cream Crust moved two games ahead in the pennant race as Menasha Motors pitched well in defeat.
The Wisconsin eight, after a 1000 mile journey to the Poughkeepsie clash, staged an impressive performance on the Hudson. The Halleeratnta crew displayed rowing form superior to Pennsylvania, California, and Columbia, as critics anticipate national signals in two weeks. Coach Spurgeon sent the Pennsylvania crew through a strenuous two mile workout that afternoon, leaving some sailors to return for commencement exercises in Philadelphia.
Police raided lower Kanawha Street area before 11 last night and arrested eighteen women on vagrancy charges. The operation, led by Lieutenant Frank Westfall with Patrolmen Mcintosh Childers Hunter and Withrow, aimed to clean up disorderly quarters and may trigger further raids in other city districts.
Emmanuel Baptists defeated Royd Memorial 7 to 4 at Glenwand diamond. Clendenin and McCracken led Emmanuel with key hits and runs, while Marlon Katner and Rajnes Kather contributed a double and a single each. The West Side church team advances to face the Fourth Avenue threefold town tonight.
Kiwanis delegates recount the Montreal convention with George Willing noting Canada’s law observance and restraint at the hotel lunch despite alcohol availability. Tompkins corroborates, and Jimmy Joey, dubbed the Canadian Riley Wilson, becomes a walking source of joy and charity. President Blagg admires Canadian hospitality and unity between French and English speakers. Louis Potter anchors the musical program amid schedule misunderstandings.
Jake Householder entertained Urinity Lutheran Church men's Bible class at the Nu Grape factory on Hansford and Chilton streets. Members toured the plant, then enjoyed luncheon and drinks. Guests included Hutchinson and a long list of attendees. the class meets every third Tuesday at members' homes.
The Shrewsbury area reports a Sunday school revival at Holiness Church led by Mina O Lea. Funeral services were held for Kathleen McGraw, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Homer McGraw. Clyde Banham family announces birth of a daughter on Sunday June 6 1920. Bertha Moora confined to bed due to illness. Various local residents, including Chester Hannotar Arthur Lively Sterling Hannigan and Albert Lucum, are mentioned with visits and health notes.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.