Milk Fund Show Fights Highlight New Heavyweight Era
A Brooklyn era piece recalls Milk Fund boxing events and lingering claims around McTigue and Berlenbach as rising stars from obscurity. It notes connections to the New York Athletic Club and hints at Delanty, Marullo, Slattery, and a possible Dempsey successor amid postfight chatter.
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Times-Star Senator battle decides Phillies win
Wanninger's costly eighth inning error opened the door for two Philadelphia runs sealing a 6-4 victory after rain halted a second game of a scheduled doubleheader. The teams had planned a twin bill when a weather delay forced postponement.
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Sign Stealing Buzzer Used by Flyers Baseball Team
Historic tale recalls Philadelphia club wiring an underground line from the bullpen to the third base coach, with a buzzer underfoot to relay opposing catcher signs via telescope and field glasses. A miscue allegedly caused the buzzer to energize during a visitor at bat, tipping the sign sequence.
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Powellmen to Meet Crack Team in Memorial Day Doubleheader
The Powellmen host the Cincinnati Times-Star club at Kanawha Park for a two game series led by lefty Kirk Heatwole against Powell. Manager J H Reed brings Dibut under contract with the Times-Star while Perry returns to the fold as veteran forward. The Times-Star squad, 20 strong, features Pedro Dibut once with the Cubs and Reds and is coached by Reed who plans two games from a deep pool of players.
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Cubs Take Free Hitting Contest From Cincinnati
Cincinnati match feature Harris? Cubs win 10-6 in a free hitting contest. Alexander allowed Cowboys, Griffth and others batted, May pitched for Cincinnati, Watched by Kanawha Park crowd as local Powell team faces strong Cincinnati semi pro lineup in a two game set with Redland Field plans looming for summer.
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West Liberty Nips Glenville in Final Innings Rally
May 20 West Liberty Normal School nites defeated Glenville 10 to 4 after seven runs in the penultimate frame. Glenville led early with Lorentz two base hit and Henderson homer, while West Liberty’s Hands, Comics, Tracy and Hexroad starred. Morton was pulled in eighth. Henderson relieved to seal the win. American Association scores noted after.
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YMCA plans big splash for Charleston boys swimming
The Charleston YMCA announces a free citywide swimming campaign for non swimmers starting Monday July 1 at 9:00 AM. Surveys show many city boys from ages 2 to 20 cannot swim. the effort aims to reduce drownings with a weeklong program and free physical exams for participants.
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Kanawha Gunmen Contest for County Trapshooting Title
Kanawha Sportsmen's club hosts the county trapshooting championship with hundreds of shooters from across the county and surrounding cities. Competition opens at 1:00 a.m. at the Guarack near Charleston on the Charleston-St. Albans road, with lunch served after an early round and a silver trophy to the winner. Entries limited to Kanawha residents for the title. visiting shooters may compete for place but not the cup.
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Dickerman's Pitch Carries Cuyler to Victory in Close Win
In Pittsburgh on May 22 Dickerman Hil Cuyler delivered a pivotal ninth inning pitch to drive in the winning run for a 3-2 victory over the Curddin Horn. The game featured a season’s highlight home run with one on, plus Traynor and others contributing for the Wirates in their fifth straight win.
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Dodgers Defeat Braves In Rain in Boston
Brooklyn Robins defeated Boston 11 to 5 in a drizzle shortened game. Ehrhardt allowed the tough late innings while Marquard, Ryan, and Gihgon contributed for Brooklyn as Boston bats were held mostly in check.
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