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Newspaper
Chicago Eagle
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1914
Page
2
A sports and political item notes Brooklyn will play the Feds at Weeghman Park on Monday through Thursday. It also lists a slate of Socialist and Democratic candidates for county and city offices and captures a detailed schedule of baseball games through October with venues and opponents across major cities.
Jesse Burkett a longtime player and Worcester manager is profiled as a durable star who led the National League batters in 1895 and 1896 and again topped the list with St Louis in 1901. The piece traces his career from Wheel ing West Virginia to Worcester and Cleveland, and notes his ongoing role as a minor league pilot with consistent top finishes.
Milton Stock has seized the berth at third base, replacing Arthur Shafer. Early indicators show Stock performing at least as well as Shafer did, with the veteran’s retirement leaving a clear opportunity for Stock to solidify the infield and defend the team’s pennant hopes.
OTIS of th e SIAMOND OTIS of th e SIAMOND Catcher Snyder of the Cardinals looks like one of the finds of the season. Washington is first in war first in peace and first to make a triple play in the American league this season. Manager McGraw of the Giants has taken on a swarthy catcher who calls a Pichardo and says he is a Cu. Outfielder Andy Kyle has joined Terre Haute after being knocked about in many leagues. Pitcher Oscar Graham, released by Wichita, signed by Terre Haute. Phillies still stage classy contests. Lefty Thomas joins Grand Rapids after spring independence ball claims. McInnis can travel far for a foul fly say Philadelphia critics. Lee Johnson notes Frank Chance’s improvement with the New Yorks. Why not move the pitcher’s slab back to second base when Walter Johnson is on the job. Chester Thomas of the Red Box puts savings into a Kansas farm. Barron, a lefty, joins Washington staff from West Virginia. Marty OToole, the 22500 dollar ace, may come through this year. Wally Smith proves handy for Washington filling almost any position. George Stallings relies on Hank Gowdy in Boston with a Braves contract. Branch Rickey may cut Sunday ball. Hughey Jennings has a nephew at Washington and Lee College, William Hugh Jennings, a left-handed pitcher. A diligent statistician notes Christy Mathewson wins on his birthday and often on other birthdays.
Winfield Scott Larner recalls Lincoln attending a Washington game in 1862, with Tad on his knee, in an open circus grounds setting. He notes the Civil War era spread baseball beyond the East as soldiers carried it to camps and back home, popularizing the sport nationwide. Lincoln enjoyed the game and joined the cheers, though he may not have been a player.
A St Louis writer names Joe Jackson of Cleveland as the greatest AL player. Jackson entertains bleacher fans by tossing balls to the crowd before games in St Louis in 1911 and 1912. A fan recalls a ball tossed into the seats sparking a scramble for a small child. A Pirates off season roster shows players in varied trades and jobs, including farmers, students, salesmen, and craftsmen like a stage mechanic and an electrician.
Reds manager claims McGraw key to Giants’ success while Herzog praise for Meyers as a strong catcher and critique of Meyers signaling for slow curve on new balls during play.
Stock's aggressive play contrasts Shafer's quiet fielding as he chatter keeps teammates alert. He excels at leftward plays, throws accurately from any angle, and earns praise for his scrappy defense. Bescher shines at first base, drawing the pitcher and igniting baserunners. A Rankin Johnson, a rugged Syracuse alumnus, pitched a shutout in Boston's win.
Tommy Leach dominates Cubs with sensational batting and fielding. Fred Clarke regrets the deal sending him to Chicago last year. Fans praise Leach daily as he helps the Cubs win, a rare idol receiving steady cheers at the plate. Manager Jackson advocates more Ladies’ Day and a free day for Wilmington kids, seeking league changes.
Five major teams lose shortstops this year Tinker and Bridwell join the Feds Arnold Hauser reportedly mentally troubled may not play again for the Cardinals Ray Chapman suffers a broken ankle and Gum Wagner endures rheumatism health concerns loom over rosters.
Judge Theodore Brentano chief justice of the criminal court returns with his wife and daughter from tours of France Germany Italy and Switzerland where he notes harsher punishments in Europe and declares Swiss judges are linguists. Daniel Cruke runs for County Judge backed by influential friends. Thomas F. Scully seeks the post on his Municipal bench record. Clarence Darrow praises Walt Whitman at a Saratoga Hotel dinner. Edward Osgood Brown’s federal appointment would please all. John A. Mahoney popular for sensible rulings. John H. Mack seeks sanitary trustee. Joseph Mitchell discussed for the Board of Review.
The Sanitary District of Chicago invites sealed proposals for furnishing alternating current synchronous condenser apparatus with capacity between 2000 and 2500 KVA. Proposals due by 12 noon June 11, 1914, at 910 South Michigan Avenue. Bid forms and specifications available at the district office. rights reserved to reject any or all bids.
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