Phillies Lose to Giants 11–4 in Inning Election
In Philadelphia, April 24, the Phillies fell 11 to 4 as the Giants hit hard and fielding miscues aided by Alexander pitching and Schultz Graham Marquard Meyers Wilson Hite batteries. Brooklyn also faced Boston in darkness with a 4–0 error-quieted result while Pittsburgh and Cincinnati saw rain.
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Phillies
Giants
Alexander
Schultz
Graham
Marquard
Meyers
Wilson
Hite
Brooklyn
Brown
Hostén
Boston
Allen
Koetzer
Phillips
Kling
Hoston
I. Pitteburg
Cincinnati
Clairvoyant Prof Leonard Promises Wealth and Help
An advertisement for Prof Leonard, a clairvoyant at Lyric Rooms in the Lyric Theatre, claims he can reveal methods to control others, gain wealth, success, and happiness, supported by endorsements and signed photos. It urges readers to consult him for investigations of personal finance, law suits, or family matters.
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Leonard
Lyric Rooms
Lyric Theatre
Indians and 11th Infantry Play Saturday
Cheyenne fans will see the Cheyenne Indians and the Eleventh Infantry in a season opening contest Saturday in Cheyenne. Manager Huff has built a fast, self funded team with players from semi pro clubs across the west and a strong bench. The lineup includes Frame at first, Perkins in the outfield, Cooper behind the plate, Crowlin at third, Mualott second, Bishop at short, Karl Brown in the garden, Keely and Bilgendorf in pitching, with Warlaumont as a sub. A boosters dance at Pioneer Park follows, ticketed at 60 seats for gentlemen and ladies.
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Cheyenne Indians
Eleventh Infantry
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Old Cheyenne
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Perkins
Cheyenne Indiana
Cooper
Crowlin
Mualott
Bishop
Green River
Karl Brown
Dames Bros
Keely
Bilgendorf
Nebraska
Warlaumont
Pioneer Park
April baseball notes from 1880s league games
A compact recap of historical baseball events. Key items include Russell Ford of the New York Americans born in Manitoba, a 1900 triple play by Irwin Steinfeldt and Beckley of Cincinnati against Pittsburgh, 1903 Waddell of the Athletics striking out 11 Boston batters in a 4 0 loss, and a nine run eighth inning by the Highlanders against Washington. Additional mentions note 1911 Pittsburgh outfielder Fred Clarke and Governor Tener in Philadelphia amid championship pennant discussions and an auction sale at 1607 Capitol Ave.
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Moreland Baseball Bureau
Russell Ford
New York Americans
Manitoba
Canada
Irwin
Steinfeldt
Beckley
Cincinnati
Pittsburgh
Waddell
Athletics
Boston
Highlanders
Tom Hughes
Washington
Bridwell
Doyle
Mork
Flynn Begins Work for Bout with Johnson
Jim Flynn and Jack Curley arrived in Hot Springs to prepare for the July 4 bout with Jack Johnson in Las Vegas New Mexico. Flynn will undergo baths and conditioning, while Curley departs with Flynn May 1 as Corbett predicts Flynn will be a long shot but believes in the fighter.
American Association Scores Roundup Between Cities
In Columbus and Minneapolis matches the scores show 3 to 2, while Louisville trails 0 to 1 against Kangay City. Toledo edges St. Paul 6 to 7, and Indianapolis defeats Milwaukee 12 to 9 in a set of regional district results.
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American Association
Columbus
Minneapolis
Loulaville
Kangay City
Toledo
St. Paul
Indianapolis
Milwaukee
Baseball Night Ends in Darkness After Extra Innings
Scores show Topeka 4 over Lincoln 2, Des Moines 2 over Omaha 6, Wichita 6 over Denver 4, Sioux City 5 over St. Joseph 6 in 10 innings before darkness halted play. Local teams faced delays as late-inning dramatics defined the schedule.
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Topeka
Lincoln
Des Moines
Omaha
Wichita
Denver
Sioux City
St. Joseph
Derby Day at Churchill Downs Boasts Record First Card
Louisville announces Derby Day May 11 with a $9,400 added purse making it the most valuable first day card at a Kentucky race course. Veterinarians say Bourbon Beau, the 4 year old from Thomas Collins, can be saved for stud duties after snapping two tendons in its right fore leg while breezing at Churchill Town.
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Louisville
Churchill Downs
Kentucky
Bourbon Beau
Thomas Collins
Churchilltown
Morris and McCarthy Drawn for May 3 Bout
Tulsa April 24 Carl Morris Oklahoma heavyweight and Luther McCarthy Chicago heavyweight were matched for a ten round bout at Springfield Missouri May 3. Winner to take 60 percent of gate receipts with the loser receiving 40 percent.
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Tulsa
Okla
Carl Morris
Oklahoma
Luther McCarthy
Chicago
Springfield
Federal aid to good roads gains rising support
The article notes growing calls in Congress for federal action to improve rural roads. Missouri Democrat W Shackleford urges action as farmers push for better highways amid rising automobile use and rural delivery. Proposals include funding national highways and gradual development to European standards.
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Mr. Shackleford
Good Roads Movement
Europe
Johnson Flynn bout sparks rush for ringside seats
Las Vegas New Mexico April 24 A large order for ringside seats for the Johnson Flynn fight on July 4 was received from citizens of Dawson who will run a special train to Sasiegas Promoter Charles OMalley has opened headquarters here and lists accommodations Flynn arrives May 15 to begin training Promoter Jack Curley is expected May 10
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Las Vegas
N. M
Johnson-Flynn
Dawson
Sasiegas
Charles O'Malley
Flynn
Jack Curley
Fistic Row Costs Brooklyn Official and Umpire
The April incident at Polo Grounds involved Brooklyn manager Dahlen and National League umpire Rigler trading blows for personal reasons. Each was fined $100 and Dahlen suspended until May 4 while NL President Lynch weighs further discipline.
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Hitle Fistieywift
Dahlen
Brooklyn Nationals
Rigler
National League
Dahien
Lynch
Challenge Issued by Bird's Rounders to Leader-Tribune Winners
Bird's Rounders issue a challenge to the winners of the Leader-Tribune game, aiming for a match on the 28th to settle bragging rights. The call echoes through local sports circles as anticipation builds for a rivalry showdown.
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Bird
Wilson As Strong New York Presidential Hope
Discussion notes strong sentiment for Governor Wilson in New York State with belief he would deliver the strongest New York race among Democrats. Editor notes no meeting yet to decide support and cites Wilson could beat President Roosevelt in New York amid a rising progressive sentiment. There is also noted strong Wilson support in the Eastern States.
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New York
New York State
Roosevelt
Jenkins asks to administer wife's estate in Adams County
Petition by J Iren Jenkins seeks appointment as executor of the deceased wife of J Warren Jenkins. The estate includes Cheyenne city property valued at 50 and 89 shares of Leffingwell Mercantile stock valued at 15000 plus a half interest in North Brighton lots, notes totaling 2700, three $200 certificates in Stock Growers Bank, and other assets. The petition asserts Jenkins is named sole executor and devisee in the will, with witnesses N Bauer and G A Garard, filed in Adams County Colorado.
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Wyoming
Leffingwell Mercantile Company
Brighton
Colo
North Brighton
J. Warren Jenkins
George W. Williams
Patrick Mulligan
Bert Thayer
C. V. Leffingwell
National Bank
J. Iren Jenking
Bauer
G. A. Garard
Adams
Colorado
Wil
Brighton Citizens Endorse Leffingwell as Fine Citizen
A letter from Brighton leaders dated April 24 1912 testifies to the character of A S Leffingwell president and chief owner of Leffingwell Mercantile Co and former bank vice president. They defend him as kind to Jessie Root Jenkins and urge Brightons public spirited trust during ongoing murder coverage.
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Brighton
Colo
Jenking
Leffingwell
Colorado
Cheyenne
Leffingwell Mercantile Co
Farmers’ and Merchants’ Bank
Jessie Root Jenkins
Mr. Leffingwell
Leffuigwell
Will Admission Petition Quest for Letters Testamentary
In June 1911 the testatrix is stated to be about 27 years old and of sound mind, not acting under duress or fraud. The petitioner J Warren Jenkins requests probate of the last will and issuance of letters testamentary.
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J. Warren Jenkins
Report of the Condition of Stockgrowers National Bank Cheyenne
Ledger style financial snapshot showing resources and liabilities as of April 18 1912 for the Stockgrowers National Bank in Cheyenne Wyoming. Includes notes on United States bonds circulation reserve deposits checks and cash items and totals with cashier certification by W L Whipple and notary Louise Smith.
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National Bank
Cheyenne
Wyoming
United States
U. S
Lonne
Savnes
Aleburaing
Jaxamie L. Whipple
Canhior
L. Whipple
Coanhier
Louise &, Smith
John Whitaker
A. J. Rondel
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