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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1915
Page
5
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A theatergoer reflects on classics saying they dislike them in literature but approve of them in dance. the student asks do you admire the classics. The remark highlights differing appreciation across art forms.
A witty quip notes that a five cent loaf remains affordable in a picture show, with commentary on cinema pricing and nostalgic value. The exchange hints at enduring small-town humor about costs and entertainment.
Manager John McGraw declares full conversion to golf praising outdoor exercise. He notes Havana nine holes in 54 as a beginner, explains his left handed swing, credits Christy Mathewson for golfing skill, and plans to learn without advising others.
Connie Mack endorses tango to aid baserunning claiming its steps improve speed and grace. Colliza and Barry were the club’s best dancers, famed for quickness, while critics worry the dance could disrupt nobler athletic play as double steals unfold and errors arise.
Roger Bresnahan, Cubs pilot, says Dodgers secured a promising pitcher named Dell. Dell, tried by the Cardinals three years ago, was drafted from Seattle Northwestern league club where he went 18 and 12 in 1913 and 1914. He is 27, 6 ft 4 in, 210 pounds, and resides in Butte Montana.
Hughey Jennings, leader of the Tigers, predicts Joe Birmingham’s Cleveland team will finish last in the American League this season citing too many slow players and the need for a stronger lineup.
Chester Blue of Marysville Ohio, a shortstop and teammate of Hank Gowdy, will break into professional baseball this season. The report highlights his debut status and hometown.
Manager Lee Magee shakes up the Braves sending Chouinard Juul and Peters packing as April season opener looms while last year’s July start is contrasted. Stanford–Harvard strongman George Davis tops strength claims at Harvard. Umpire Billy Hart earns a raise for solid work.
The piece blames organized baseball magnates for the Federal league challenge. It cites Cincinnati as the first misstep releasing Joe Tinker and Brooklyn’s offer tactics. It argues Ebbetts pressured Tinker to move, boosting the outlaw league and mocks prior bluffing. It notes Chicago and North Side tensions and possible reconciliations.
The article recalls 1876 when Nolan, a pitcher for an Indianapolis independent team, reportedly threw the first curve ball. George Scribner, a former catcher, recounts the surprise of Louisville and Indianapolis players and Henry Chadwick's initial skepticism before confirming Nolan's ability. Chadwick later noted the curve was mainly in Nolan's arm. The piece notes that soon many youths could master curves beyond Nolan.
Catcher Mike Gonzales of the Reds distinguished himself by winning the Cuban league pennant last winter with the Havanas. He managed the club and caught for the entire season, displaying comprehensive leadership.
The New York Americans finalize a transaction to acquire Third Baseman Paddy Bauman from the Providence Grays, completing the deal.
A government bulletin highlights birds as helpful insect and weed destroyers. Stomachs of tree swallows, bank swallows, cliff swallows, pine siskins, killdeers, flickers, night hawks, grackles, ring necked pheasants and quail reveal large meals of pests like chinch bugs cotton boll weevils moths and seeds. The piece argues birds are farmers allies and should be valued rather than culled.
In British naval lore officers urge crews to sing when facing peril. Sailors aboard the Formidable reportedly sang Tipperary as torpedoes struck and lifeboats waited for aid. Similar tales recall Vernon sailors in Portsmouth harbor during a January blizzard. The commanding lieutenant allegedly urged Bill Bailey as a morale boost.
Eastern Vermont hosts a scattered and poorly studied marble belt from the Massachusetts line to the Canadian border. Dolomitic varieties vary widely, with many outcrops too limited or exposed to map. Most ledges serve as mineral reserves while some marble is suitable only for indoor ornamental use.
A New York Times letter argues for United States Government to mint a half-cent to aid the poor who must count every cent. The writer cites examples like coffee at 25 cents per pound and fruit selling two for one cent, suggesting a half-cent would reduce change needs.
George Russell, arriving from Birmingham, drank too freely and wandered into Greenberg Bond's undertaking establishment at Ivy and Houston. He lay down near the cooling board for a rest, fell asleep, and was awakened by the staff. Police arrived to take him away after the incident.
Warns readers to beware cold cures and cough balsams containing opium or morphine. Recommends Father John’s Medicine as drug free, noting over fifty years of success for colds and throat and lung troubles.
A parish vicar is alerted by a excited verger that two couples have been mispaired in marriage. The couples have not signed the registers, so the vicar plans a second ceremony. Upon arrival, one groom states they have agreed to stay as they are, and the plan ends.
The dialog reveals a betrayed friendship as one person admits to betraying another. The speaker explains they had to reveal the friend to life insurance and book agents who sought acquaintances for propositions. The exchange hints at coercion and social pressure.
Fragmentary quips reference day’s end and a hen, with speakers noting modest achievements and humor amid fleeting dialogue. No clear event or identifiable persons emerge from the text.
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