Dempsey in Best Shape Four Years Ahead of Tunney Fight
United Press reports Jack Dempsey appears in peak condition at Lincoln Fields training camp ahead of the September 22 bout with Gene Tunney. He weighs 108 pounds and plans to trim further, while sparring partner dynamics and his revived confidence signal a tougher challenger mindset.
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Hill earns nineteenth win in Pirates relief role
Cyrmen stin o Famisity War sus nineteenth victory of the season for the Pittsburgh Pirates yesterday afternoon in a relief effort he held the Phillies in check through the final four frames. Specs finished the game after Aldridge tied it in the ninth. Hill allowed only one single in three and a third innings. He has a 19 8 record, 70 strikeouts, 67 walks, and 224 2/3 innings pitched with 225 hits allowed.
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Pirates and Cards jockey for position as results stream in
Today's baseball results show Pittsburgh and St Louis near the top of the standings. A Lively set of games features the Pirates needing a win to tie or lead the Cardinals, while the Cubs and Phillies clash in a busy day. Key performances include Jack Scott with five hits and Babe Ruth homering in yesterday’s action.
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National standings and results across leagues
In a midweek update, St Louis leads with 57 points as New York and Cincinnati follow. Brooklyn and Boston close the pack. Yesterday Pittsburgh defeated Philadelphia 3 to 2 and 7 to 9, while St Louis and Brooklyn split a pair. Today Boston travels to Pittsburgh for a key matchup.
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Baptists Claim Title In Nine Innings Skirmish
The Baptists won the championship after a late surge in a three inning skirmish against United Brethren foes. The game featured strong defense and key outs as darkness fell.
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Grays Return to Celoron After Strong Season Start
The Homestead Grays, led by pitchers Joel Williams and Oscar Olvens, seek a breakthrough as they approach mid October. With Olvens in his 18th year and a solid 80 victories this season, the team eyes more wins and potential pennant momentum as their schedule progresses.
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Bagley Kay at Bradford in neutral bout notes
In a boxing card at Bradford the match featured Bagley Kay facing opponent Ye Here with Red present. Johnny Freemafy of Salamanca greeted Bagley for a neutral bout while Jurck Costello Bradford Weld Kelly Jamestown fought and lost by decision to Frank Schank of Brallioey Dsethe.
Williams Hits Homer as Quakers Lose to Worcester
Boston area score report notes Cy Williams of the Phil JUDGE THAYER III cadre trailing Babe Ruth in power. Williams homers in a rough game as Worcester team marked by pitching chaos and fielding errors.
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German baker wins Toronto water purse in 21 mile swim
About 220 swimmers lined up for the Toronto swim. Emil Vierkoetter a baker from Cologne Germany won in first place. George Michel, another baker from Penne, finished second. William Erickson of New York was the only American to finish, landing third. Vierkoetter earned 3000 dollars and Michel 730 dollars.
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Pirates Major Rivalry Named by McCarthy After Exhibition Loss
Joe McCarthy, manager of Hic Late go Chubs, in Buffalo after an exhibition defeat to the Bisons, declares the Pittsburgh Pirates as the Cubs' top threat in the National League race. He notes Pittsburgh's pitching and balanced lineup, while suggesting the Giants may struggle on the road.
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Speculator Bout Training Set for Chicago Title Fight
Gene Tirmeon and his aides start travel to Chicago where the champion will begin the second stage of active training ahead of the bout with Tack Demris 6% for the coming match.
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Two Women Attempt to Swim English Channel
Cape Griznez France reports two women attempting to swim the English Channel despite earlier failures by four women and two Palisade residents. Participants include K Weidinia of Davenport and B L Marriott as Miss Jane Darwin, with details of start times and participants.
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