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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1924
Page
6
The Little Right Hand hurler kept the Independents scoreless as Kenney and Fowellmen pace the field. Despite a strong effort from Brown and Grayson, the Senators surged late with hits by Kenney Dearien and Orcut Ful, sealing a decisive 7 to 0 victory in front of a packed crowd.
A historic clash at Kanawha Park featured Pittsburgh edging Charleston 9 to 1 in a high scoring game despite a late surge from Charleston. Key players included Evhols and Dearien with home runs noted, while Thurman and Orcutt contributed hits. Pitching saw Brown allow several runs as Kenney fanned four. Time of game was 1 hour and 34 minutes with Colby and Hafinan as umpires.
Washington wins 95 to 4 over Philadelphia as Rice hits a key fourth inning triple and Hise scores on Galloway error. Rava Washington shines with critical plays, while Martina recovers Ogden in the fourth.(The source text is garbled. key entities include Rice, Senators, Washington, Philadelphia, Hise, Galloway, Ogden, and a 95 4 final.)
Cleveland defeats Detroit 7 to 5 in a nine inning baseball game. Cheeves started for Cleveland in his American League debut before relief by Metivier who held Detroit to six hits through eight innings. McXutt drove in runs while Holloway and others contributed as Cleveland edged ahead in a tightly contested contest.
June 22 Mullens defeats Winding Gulf 6 to 3 behind a eighth inning homer by Ofen, with Sexton winning the mound duel for Mullens. Visitors tally in first, second, seventh. Mullens add five in first and eighth. Local errors three.
Partial scores from Centerday show Philadelphia, Brooklyn, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Chicago, St Louis and Boston and New York results with games at various venues. Upcoming pairings list Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, Boston at Philadelphia, New York at Brooklyn. details remain unsettled.
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway plans 1926 engine rules reducing displacement to 122 cubic inches and minimum car weight to 1200 pounds. Officials note four prior reductions since 1911, aiming to lower engine size while preserving speed as records progress.
In yesterday’s American League results Cleveland defeated Detroit 5 to 1, Philadelphia beat Washington 4 to 5, Boston and New York edged Chicago and St Louis 6 to 3. Today Detroit visits St Louis, Cleveland plays Chicago, Washington goes to New York, Philadelphia meets Houston.
Hoylake prepares as 276 entrants begin 36 holes of Open qualifying for Britain’s crown. Americans Jim Barnes Johnny Farrell Walter Hagen Al Espinosa plus Gene Sarazen MacDonald Smith Douglas Grant start at Hoylake and Formby as Arthur Havers defends. Former British winners Taylor and Hilton among favorites to contend In a field led by Hagen and Havers with John Hall still competing.
Philadelphia edged Brooklyn 7 6 in a three game series finale. Fournier hit his fourteenth homer of the season in the second inning as seven pitchers worked. Score by innings shows Philadelphia leading early and holding on. Ginzner Conch Steineder Hubbett and others contributed on the mound. The article also digresses into engine and motor car development unrelated to the game.
Cincinnati finds two explosive frames as Yde exits early and Morrison falters in the fourth. Carey is hit by a pitch and forced from the mound as Cincinnati mounts a 9 to 4 win over Pittsburgh.
A playful pieced page notes delegates in a convention hall cheering in a lively, baffled crowd. The piece parodies presidential year fervor, a Cleveland choice for venue, and a knightly tournament tableau with humorous asides and fragmented lines.
A quirky verse recounts a sparring clash between Sir Percy Applesays and Sir Hubert as they chase a victory in a tag like bout. The final gong yields no decisive winner, leaving the champ status unresolved while the crowd jeers and jeers.
Los Angeles June 22 One of Americas greatest thriller producers Automobile racing set to stage a sensational comeback here Ascot Speedway plans to shape races to mark the return of road racing to California The 60 mile classic will be run on a five mile course with speed and thrills Ralph DePalma veteran racer praises the course which starts from the back stretch of an earthen oval The finish loops around past the grandstand fans can watch from most spots The new course ready for best run late in June pilots practice to start in October Cash prizes totaling 65000 will be awarded to the first 15 cars to finish The winner will receive the top share of the purse
June 22 Boston Americans defeated the New York Yankees 6 to 2. Todt filled in for Harris as the Sox slugger with a single, double and home run scoring three. Ruth and others also contributed, while Ehinke pitched for Boston and Gaston for New York. Time about 41 minutes 45 seconds.
St Louis loses fourth in series to Chicago as umpire suspends Browns trio after protest over balls and strikes. Manager Sisler and catcher Collins sidelined. Ted Lyons battered but kept Browns from victory. Ban by AL president Holmes cited in dispute. game score 7 4. nearby note mentions Ascot Cup prize details for car owners and entries.
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