Victory lifts St Louis into tie for second place
United Press reports the St Louis Cardinals defeated the Brooklyn Dodgers 9 to 0 to pull into a tie for second place as the National League pennant race tightens. Babe Ruth homered off Mutt Gaston as New York beat St Louis 21 to 0, while Hack Wilson tied for the league home run lead with his 26th. The article notes Pittsburgh leading the circuit with a late-season stretch run.
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Today in Sport Summary of Jamestown and national baseball and boxing notes from training camps and results
Gik Till resumes public sparring in Dempsey training camp after months away, with local fans hopeful. Irwin Brame from Jersey City signs with Pittsburgh for a seven year run, while Johnston leads the Mid Atlantic post season 6 to 3 victory. Ty Tyson sale to Brooklyn Robins reportedly valued at 2000 dollars, with Leo Mangus potentially sold to the Giants for the same price. France’s Davis Cup win is cited as evidence of era dominance, and discussions in Buffalo cover a possible Pacific coast shift if the International League wins the flag. Jamestown Spiders defeat Om Guyning 96 to 0 in final season game at Celuron Park. Deane and Haeflinger, ex Franklin players, were seen in town.
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Bass Favorite Over Chapman in Philadelphia Bout
Benny Bass of Philadelphia is a slight favorite to win tonight at Minick Stadium in Philadelphia, weighing near 145 pounds, as he faces Bet Lapmin of Boston for the World’s title. The bout will crown a champion at the 145 pound limit, following weeks of training and local buildup.
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Aged Warren Fan Ready for World Series
Aged Warren enthusiast Sophie George reports a devoted fan readying for the World Series. The piece recounts a lifelong Yankees supporter’s hopes, past loyalties, and dreams of seeing the team play in New York, with mentions of local figures and historic ties to sports culture.
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The Davis Cup and French youth in tennis history
Mary I Browne argues the Davis Cup marks a shift as youth enters the sport while France’s contenders display athletic vigor and mental agility. She contrasts tactical impulse with methodical play, noting Wallin Tilden and La Coste as examples.
Hill Seeks 25 Wins As Pittsburgh Faces Cincinnati
Reporter notes Hill aiming to reach 25 victories this season. The piece discusses the odds, noting the tough path ahead with 23 games remaining and teams like Cincinnati, New York, and Detroit in contention. Mentions famed pitchers and historic benchmarks, emphasizing the pressure on Hill to finish strong.
Watching baseball's big five perform on big stage
Biting tie and Ruth power surge push Yankees toward record pace as Ruth halls 140th home run surpassing 140 by Phillips in 1920 and Gehrig fades. Lou Gehrig hits near 200th, while Ruth's show remains central. Pitcher lines mixed as Cubs idle.
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Tunney Bars Public From Camp Workouts
Gene Tunney announces intensive training for the upcoming heavyweight title defense against Jack Dempsey. Public and press access to sparring is restricted at his country estate as promoters gauge demand and ticket sales for the September bout.
Warren Triumph Over Sheffield High In Tough Gridiron Clash
Warren defeated Sheffield High 106 to 10 in a rough afternoon game. Bevivina connected Bevevina to Lord on a long forward heave for a decisive fourth quarter score. Warren’s lineup, hampered by injuries, overcame Sheffield’s strong defense and prevented big plays, despite several fumbles and a fractured elbow injury to Jim Lye.
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American standings snapshot with scattered team data
Yesterday results show Chicago and St Louis winning while New York and Boston faced mixed outcomes. Today’s games list matchups including Philadelphia at Pittsburgh Brooklyn at St Louis New York at Chicago and Detroit at Philadelphia with several others noted.
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Babe Ruth Appears in Court Over Alleged Street Fight
Babe Ruth faced Magistrate Stearns in New York today after a summons from artist Vernart Neimeyer accusing him of striking in a July incident on New York Street. Ruth claimed he never met Neimeyer and was in Garfield, New Jersey, at the time.
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Keys Bazaar Social Planned for September 21
Keystone basketball club fundraiser in City Park aims to erase a season debt of several hundred dollars. A community social and bazaar, featuring Coleman's Band and various booths, will offer cake and “dogs” with proceeds from ticket sales supporting the club's upcoming season.
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Dempsey Wins Legal Tilt In Chicago Fight Suit
In Chicago Judge Otto Kermer denied an injunction to Clements of the Volisen Club, blocking enforcement of a contract to force Jack Dempsey to fight Sharry Wills before facing other opponents. The heavyweight title bout remained set for September 22 pending further action.
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