Zwilling Leads Whale Hitters With Power and Poise
Zwilling the Whale center fielder stands five six with 160 pounds and power in broad shoulders. He led the Federal league last year with 16 home runs and batted .308 for Chicago, feared by pitchers for his driving swing and durable fielding. He bats left, hits left or right, and covers a lot of ground in center.
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Earl Moore Goes Amateur in Cleveland League
Earl Moore formerly of the Phillies and Cleveland clubs plans to play amateur ball with the Tell ing Strollers in the Cleveland Amateur Baseball Association. The move raises eligibility questions as the commission may need to bend rules to permit him to participate.
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veto ends bid to strip president of power in sanitary district
In a signed note President Thomas A. Smyth vetoes an ordinance aimed at transferring appointment and pay authority from the president to a bipartisan committee. He cites statute and rules, preserves presidential veto power, and warns of waste and patronage, promising to block extravagance. The document lists upcoming White Sox home games and notes local officials.
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Edward Kane
Baseball Stories and Player Updates
George Kahler of Cleveland sold to Portland. Hank O Day may join the Fed staff of umpires. Cy Williams shines in the field. Charlie Herzog ignores Umpire Rigler on the ball field. Jimmy Callahan remains with the White Sox despite denials. Bob Rescher, ex Giant now with the Cardinals, sidelined with a broken finger. Bears Becker out after long distance hitting title chase. Boston teams favored for pennants by bettors. Charlie Doolin receives bouquets as Reds play in Philadelphia. Guy Morton shows promise but must temper his hitting judgments. Rowdyism to be tackled in the National League. Red Faber’s strong form saddens Fred Clarke. Pirates once eyed Red. A Baseball Magazine writer cites lack of attendance due to pitcher dominance.
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Ee Guy Morton
Pieh Pitching Amid Sour Sox Crowd Cardboard Crust Jokes
New York pitcher Pieh faced taunts from Boston fans during a tense game as jests about his name and dessert themes sparked a flurry of heckles. Umpires called strikes as the crowd cheered and groaned over a disputed ball.
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Eight Double Plays Highlight Browns vs Tigers Apr 27
In Detroit the Browns beat the Tigers 8 to 4, the game notable for eight double plays. Lowder milk pitched for St Louis and walked nine, hit one man, while Detroit's 20 official at bats limited action. The Browns totaled 24 assists, three Tigers struck out, and most plays involved assists on three outs.
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Johnson Warns Players Over Slow Pace In White Sox Indians Game
President Johnson kept close watch on the slow pace during the White Sox versus Indians series and issued a warning that delays could bring consequences. In one game the pitcher waited to pitch eleven times as the batter failed to leave the batter’s box.
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Star pitcher Koob signs premium with big league club
Ernie Koob star left hander of Kalamazoo Normal signs a contract demand with any major league team. He will ask for upfront payment to be shared with Coach William Spalding and Kalamazoo teammates. Koob says he is grateful for Spaulding and the local players who developed him as a pitcher.
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Kalamazoo Normal
University of Michigan
William Spalding
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Spaulding
Citizens demand probe of Chicago Civil Service regime
The public calls for a full investigation into the Civil Service Commission's practices in Chicago. They allege biased examinations, wasteful spending, and favoritism for a select group, naming costly new positions and questionable questions as evidence of entrenched corruption. Local officials praised include Daniel Herlihy, Judge James C. Martin, and Henry J. Kolze, while reformers face opposition.
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