Kraft Case Disturbs Baseball World
The piece argues against a players strike over the Kraft case, warning that such action could damage public interest and invite a Federal league shift. It outlines Kraft being drafted by Brooklyn, released to Boston, then transferred among Nashville and Newark amid protests and commission actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence O. Kraft
Nashville Southern Association
Brooklyn
Kraft
Boston Nationals
Nashville Club
Ebbets
Nashville
Newark
International League
Shropshire
National Commission
Herrmann
Career of Robert H Veach turns from pitcher to left fielder
Robert H Veach of the Detroit club, born June 29 1888 in St Charles Kentucky, began pro ball with Peoria in 1910 as a pitcher. An outfield injury shifted him to left field in 1911 and his later move to Indianapolis led to a 1912 purchase by Detroit where he became a reliable hard hitting large throwing left handed outfielder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert H. Veach
St. Charles
Peoria Club
Veach
Peoria
Indianapolis
Tigers
Jennings
Veachi
McAllester Ends Baseball Career Plans
Catcher William McAlester once sent from the St. Louis Browns to Rochester has been limited to pinch hitting due to a shoulder injury and is close to quitting baseball to pursue a law career in Chattanooga.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William McAlester
St. Louis Browns
Rochester
Chattanooga
Baseball News and Player Movements Across Leagues
Hans Wagner signals retirement chatter as Jack Reilly of Yale receives Giants interest. Arthur Fletcher shines at short with quick pivots. Dick Rudolph praised as top right handed pitcher in Governor Tener’s circuit. Danbury’s Schwartz hits four homers in a recent game against Peterson. Dreyfuss buys Costello and secures options on Dugan and Beatty from Poughkeepsie South Atlantic league. Kelchner rates Dixie Southern as best pitcher seen in New England circuit. Gate receipts counted instantly by magnate. No AL hitter hits .300. NL boasts Gonzales, Wingo, Archer in .300 club. Lannin ships prospect material to Providence for next year. Ruth sent to Rhode Island capital after Orioles deal. Yankees acquire Aragon from Long Branch in Atlantic league. Tral Chase failing to deliver for Buffalo Feds prompts call for Agler at first base.
Policy Notes on Baltimore Federal League Club Moves
The Baltimore club urges peace with players under contract and warns against overpaying for stars. It cites a 10 day clause dispute and advises signing only high quality material that strengthens the team for this year and next.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Star Matthews
Baltimore Sun
Baltimore
Federal League
Mack Overlooked Big Bet on Iron Man Pitcher Carroll Brown
Carroll Brown, recently acquired by the Yankees from Connie Mack, earned the nickname Iron Man for his durability in the minor leagues. He logged 135 Eastern league games across 1908 to 1910, nearly 50 in 1911, then 35 in 1912 with Oakland and 44 in 1913 with a 18–10 record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll Brown
Yanks
Connie Mack
Iron Man
New London (Conn
New Britain
Troubles for national game as war cuts labor and attendances
The article argues baseball faces twin pressures from the Federal league war and World War I. It notes factories idle due to import cuts, shipping halts, and mass unemployment. Big leagues may survive this season, but minor leagues and franchises could fold as money tightens and salaries drop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Rice
Brooklyn Wagle
New England
Poultry Farm Warns on Late Hatch Dangers and Rodent Control
The piece warns poultry owners that late hatched chicks are targets for rats hawks and other predators. It recommends wire netting screens in coops, floor protection to deter burrowing rats and creating shelter near yards to reduce losses. It notes hawks and crows are worst when trees/shrubs provide cover and suggests removing regular predators by gun if needed.
Feeding Ducks and Geese on the Farm
The article explains providing ample fresh water for ducks to sip after meals to prevent choking on dry food. It notes ducks need grit in food, outlines market readiness for young geese at ten to twelve weeks, and suggests geese can self-care on free range with minimal grain. It also recommends swamp pasture in late summer and fall for tender grass and abundant food.
Three Breeds of Chickens Show Varied Egg Yields
Professor Dryden notes Australian six year laying contests show heavy layers span three breeds. White leghorns led three years, silver wyandottes two, and black langshans one. In 1906 07 langshans averaged 247 eggs per fowl, leghorns 209, wyandottes 199.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dryden
Oregon Agricultural College
Australia
Big Birds Yield More Money for Market Sales
The note explains that larger birds bring greater profits in marketing. It states that while smaller birds may lay more eggs with less care, the strongest money comes from the larger birds. It adds that at least half of each year’s chicks must be marketed since they will be roosters.
Itchy Rash Healed With Cuticura Soap and Ointment
In Oneida New York H D Gregory describes a seventeen year rash that covered his hands and body with burning itching and cracks. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment his itching stopped and the dry scaly patches disappeared within six weeks with no recurrence. Sample free by writing Cuticura Dept L Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oneida
N. Y
H. D. Gregory
Cuticura
Dept
Boston
Unyielding Grouch in Quiet Courtroom Exchange
A dialogue snippet contrasts Briggins and another speaker over modesty and self-regard. The exchange suggests Briggins is judged not by boasting but by judgment. The tone hints at a character study within a larger narrative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Briggins
Castoria and Eye Remedies Advertised For Infants and Eyes
Consumers urged to trust Castoria with infants signature claims and a 30 year usage history. An eye remedy ad promises relief for red or watery eyes and offers a free book from Alurine Eye Remedy Co. in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marine Eye Remedy
Alurine Eye Remedy Co
Chicago
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Washington Star
Feds
Clarence Kraft
Bob Veach
McAllester
Hans Wagner
Jack Reilly
Yale
New York Giants
Arthur Fletcher
Dick Rudolph
Manager Stallings
Governor Tener
Danbury
Schwartz
Peterson
Barney Dreyfuss
Costello
Dugan and Beatty
Poughkeepsie
Charley Kelchner
Dixie Southern
Haverhill
Gonzales
Cincinnati
Wingo
St. Louis
Archer
Joe Lannin
Providence
Ruth
Baltimore Orioles
Rhode Island
New York Americans
Angelo Aragon
Long Branch
Tral Chase
Buffalo Feds
Joe Agler
Harold
Mack
Carrol Brown
New York Yankees
Daniels
Tectotal Navy
Washington
Hamilton
Naples
Lord Nelson
Nelson
Fletcher
Brazil
New York
John
Vatt
Ames St
Rocheater
Dean
Doan
Foster-Milburn Coq
Buffalo
Carter
Carters
Absorbine, JR
W.f.young
P.D. F
Temple St
Springfield
Mass
van Reed CO
North Adams
Steel
Arles
W.N. Y
Lydia E. Pinkham
Waywarp Lowrns
Odgdon
Craftorrs
N. C
Mrs. Aparitz
Stock St. Hanover
Decatur, Inn
Laura A. Grisworp
Blix
East William Street
Decatur, IN
Ohto
Lydia KE. Pinkham
Grirrim
Madison Av
Cleveland
Lydia E.pinkham
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