Cumberland Team Poised With Star Performers This Season
Cumberland eagerly views a strong roster as Colts coach Ruesler welcomes returning pitchers and new talent. Notables include Bagi Fuller from Detroit via South Enark, left fielder Varla, and Rosy-cheeked Hugh Markwood. John Stafford aims to join Queen City roster soon, with Hump Johnson and BI Brode returning from Shenandoah Institute. Captain Shaffer predicts a pennant run in the Cumberland and Georges Creek league.
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Path End Park
Green Guard
South Enark
Great Laken
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Fuller
Hugh Markwood
Tinghle Guat
Verramonta
Tpet Tean
Queen City
Marktein
Manacer Kussler
Cumperland
Georges Creek
Markwood
John Stafford
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Meyersdale
Russier
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Willard Faces Johnson as Speed Defines Heavyweight Talk
Boxing notes discuss Jess Willard’s speed in the 200 pound class and his plan to meet Jack Johnson. It notes figures for Gilmore’s and Ban Johnson’s salaries, Rickey’s water diet idea, and Wells against Moran hype. It also covers amateur clubs in New York, Battling Nelson, and upcoming Sacramento Lake Tahoe endurance ride.
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Willard
Johnson
Gilmore
Ban Johnson
Tener
Pennsylvania
Feds
Billy Gibson
Jim Caffrey
Bombardier Wells
England
Wells
Trishman
London
Jack Johnson
Frank Moran
Pirates Take Game and Series From Cardinals
St Louis April 18 Recruit Kantichner with Pittsburgh showed steadiness in the pinch as hits clustered for a Pittsburgh win. The Pirates scored in a key third inning with Gibson, Peritt, Carey, and Joe Kelly driving in runs. Kelly made a spectacular running catch, aiding a 2 to 9 scoring line for the visitors.
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Kantichner
Pittsburgh
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Pittsburg
Gibson
Peritt
Carey
Joe Kelly
Kelly
Wilson
Phillies Bunt leads to 3 1 win over Giants
Philadelphia bunched five of its eight hits off Tesreau in two innings to defeat New York 3 to 1. Lobert Magee Cravath and Merkle supplied the offense with Merkle belting a home run. Cravath and Murphy made sensational plays including Cravath's leaping catch to save two runs. Meyer allowed five scattered hits.
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Murphy
Burns
Meyer
Chicago Defeats Cincinnati 6 5 in Last Minute Steal
In Cincinnati on April 18 Chicago edged Cincinnati 6 to 5 as Marians failed a steal of home with two outs in the ninth. Davenport pitched effectively for Chicago while Cincinnati threatened late.
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Marians
Davenport
Recruit Hurlers Shuts Out Boston in Brooklyn Debut
Raleigh Aitchison, who led the Newarks to the International League pennant last year, debuted for Brooklyn with a 5 to 0 win over Boston. He allowed five hits and struck out five as Brooklyn scored in various innings for the victory in Brooklyn, N Y on April 18 1914.
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N. Y
Raleigh Aitchison
Newarks
Boston
Collins Home Run Wins Fourth Game for Chicago
Collins delivered a ninth inning center field homer to cap a 6 5 win over Cleveland, completing a four game sweep. Captain Lord sparked Chicago early with a solid bat while Cleveland capitalized on wild pitches and errors. Lajoie went 0 for 16 in the series.
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Chicago
Centre
Cleveland
Lord
Lajoie
Yankees rout Athletics behind Caldwell brilliant pitching
New York defeated Philadelphia 4 to 0 as Caldwell held the Athletics to three hits and drove Brown from the box in the sixth inning. Wyckoff finished strong for New York as the champs fell flat.
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New York Americans
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Athletics
Brown
Wyckoff
Philadelphia
St Louis Triumphs In Low Scoring Pitchers Duel
Earl Hamilton returned from the Federals to pitch St Louis to a 2-1 win over Detroit. Coveleski pitched for Detroit as the teams played a tight duel with timely hitting delivering all runs. The Cardinals scored in the fourth and seventh, the Tigers in the first.
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Earl Hamilton
Federals
St. Louis
Coveleski
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Boehling Delivers Ninth Inning Victory for Senators
In Boston, April 18, Washington edged Boston 1-0 after a scoreless eight innings as Boehling and Leonard matched zeroes. Boehling worked seven and a fraction solid innings before the ninth inning strike that decided the game for the Senators.
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Washington
Boehling
Leonard
National League Scores and Upcoming Games
Baseball scoreboard lists yesterday results Pittsburg tied with Philadelphia and Chicago with Brooklyn 2 to 3, St. Louis 3 New York 6, Cincinnati and Boston also shown. Upcoming matches include Pittsburg at Cincinnati New York at Brooklyn Boston at Philadelphia Chicago at St. Louis.
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Philadelphia
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Brooklyn
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New York
Cincinnati
Boston
Yesterday's Scores Reported for Major Cities
Evening results show St Louis at Washington and Chicago at Cleveland with 6 to 4. New York defeated Philadelphia 4 to 2, while Detroit beat Boston 1 to 0. Today schedule lists Cleveland at Detroit Washington at New York Philadelphia at Boston and St Louis at Chicago.
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Wet Grounds Stop Rebels and Tiptops in Pittsburgh
Wet grounds postponed the Pittsburg Rebels versus Brooklyn Tip Tops game in Pittsburgh. The Federal League clash was reset after rain, leaving both teams without a result.
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Federal
Pittsburg Rebels
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Federal St. Louis Triumph in 11 Inning Baseball Thriller
In St. Louis on April 18, the Federals defeated Indianapolis 5 to 4 in 11 innings. Wittett pitched well with a rough fifth inning allowing three runs. Moseley of Indianapolis also delivered a strong outing, fading late.
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St. Louis Federals
Indianapolis
Wittett
Moseley
Kansas City Wins Thirteen Inning Thriller Over Chicago
A wild pitch by Prendegast in the thirteenth gave Kansas City a 4 to 3 victory over Chicago in a marathon game here yesterday. Addie Brennan, formerly with the Phillies, started for Chicago and was relieved by a pinch hitter in the ninth. Chicago scored in both the first and late innings, while Kansas City tallied in multiple gaps including a decisive thirteenth.
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Prendegast
Chicago
Addie Brennan
Phillies
Terrapins Fall In Bright But Close Contest With Buffalo
Buffalo edged Baltimore 4 to 3 in a tight game yesterday, with both sides producing late scoring chances as the Terrapins fought to the end. Key players from Baltimore and Buffalo provided scoring threats in a contest that saw momentum swing in the middle innings.
Tigers Candidly Face 1914 Infield and Outfield Puzzles
This thirteenth installment examines Detroit's 1914 Tigers with star trio Cobb Crawford Moriarity, and a slim supporting cast. Jennings plans to begin with Dubuque Dauss Hall as pitchers while Gainor Burns and Bauman compete for infield slots. Veach parts as an uncertain outfielder.
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R. H T
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Yeach
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P.C
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Cobb Fet
Frederick Forms Independent Three Club Baseball League
Frederick Maryland moves to launch an independent three club baseball organization with Frederick Hagerstown and Martinsburg under mutual rules. The plan aims for a Dec oration Day start with a season-ticket holders meeting next Tuesday and a joint dinner the following day as the league is formed.
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Hanover
Chambersburg
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Rockville
Gaithersburg
Waynesboro
Buckey
New City
Federal League Matchups and Extra Innings Summary
Federal League schedule lists games between St. Louis Indianapolis Chicago Kansas City Buffalo Baltimore and Pittsburgh Brooklyn with weather notes at Wet grounds. Two extended games reach 11 and 12 innings while specific matchups include Brooklyn at Pittsburgh Indianapolis at St. Louis Chicago at Kansas City and Buffalo at Baltimore.
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Pitcher Leonard Nips Boston In Defensive Duel
Washington unlikely to allow runs as Leonard navigates threats while Boston errors aid. Final score shows Boston 6 to Washington 1 with Leonard keeping the game tight through tense innings.
Washington Lunch Room Seaside Delicacies Menu Ad
Advertisement notes a special Sunday turkey dinner for 50 cents at the Washington Lunch Room, highlighting a seafood themed menu and varied delicacies.
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Washington
Fairmont Fair Grounds Disposed of at Auction
Clyde S. Holt led a new Fairmont fair enthusiasts group in bidding on the Fairmont Fair Association property auctioned by Trustee G.M. Alexander. Proceeds cover all debts, enabling a fresh start for a new company with funds paid in cash and no obligations. A large fair is planned for this fall.
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W. Va
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G.M. Alexander
Marion County
Cumberland and Georges Creek League Special Meeting Heads
A special meeting of managers from the Cumberland and Georges Creek League is set for Monday night in the city to handle important business. Piedmont or Needer representatives are expected to seek league permission to join the organization.
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Cumberland and Georges Creek
Piedmont
Boy Preacher of America to Lecture at Liberty Theatre
Pastor Hudgings will lecture at the Liberty Theatre Sunday at 3 p.m. The event invites all friends to attend with free seating and no collection.
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Aviator Beachey and Lt Porte Reach New York before world flight
Aviator Lincoln Beachey arriving with Lieutenant Porte on the Lusitania in New York says a world flight is possible with proper precautions. Porte plans an Atlantic crossing in June as part of the Panama Exposition connection.
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Lincoln Beachey
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Lusitania
Beachey
Wright Sets Flight Record Without Hand Control
Orville Wright piloted a biplane at Dayton Aviation Field for nineteen minutes using only a stabilizer and no hands on the controls. The test occurred Wednesday afternoon, marking a new milestone in airplane control.
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Orville Wright
Dayton Aviation Field
Siberian wolves win Alaska sweepstakes in Seattle
John Johnson's Siberian wolves captured the all Alaska sweepstakes in Seattle, earning $3,000, a trophy cup, and the world dog team championship. The finish drew a massive crowd as spectators filled the city streets and even toppled moving picture machines in a crowded montage of celebration.
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Wash
John Johnson
Siberian Wolves
Atlantic Fleet Heads South Toward Tampico
Washington April 18 The Atlantic fleet will steam steadily southward toward Tampico. Secretary of the Navy Daniels said at yesterday's cabinet meeting no new orders have been issued and none will be issued for the present, the fleet continuing toward Tampico until definite developments in the current situation are announced.
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Atlantic
Tampico
Daniels
Is the World Growing Better Lecture at Liberty Theatre
An advertisement invites all to a Sunday 3 p m lecture at the Liberty Theatre titled Is the World Growing Better. Attendance is free with no collection, and the notice notes this as a continued sporting news item on page 9.
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