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Newspaper
Cumberland Press
Location
Cumberland, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1916
Page
8
Conflicting reports outline a push for pitcher pay and possible sale. Toney's strong 1915 form and Wingo's status stir fan letters and management debate. Herrmann cautions any deal, while Nerog seeks stability amid budget talks and potential closers.
Salvador Spizeal, a 16 year old with no legs, overcomes a life changing accident to become regular shortstop for the King Stars in New Orleans. Though unable to run, he hits well and fields brilliantly with strong arms and quick reflexes, earning respect equal to Ty Cobb.
Beall's team surprised Jeffries by winning the last two games of the contest. New recruit McDade impressed, while Price won his match by 31 pins. Roster moves assign Ridder and Howatt to Tiley, McDade to Beall, Nickel to Jeffries, with Friday contests moved to Thursday February 8.
New York reports Jack Curley insists on Moran signed and ready to promote a Willard bout while Tex Rickard presses to secure Moran and Jones. Jones’s stance to wait until February 1 complicates negotiations as Fulton development and Flynn loss shift potential plans. Curley remains determined though a March date appears unlikely.
Hall began with Seattle in 1904, then Cincinnati sent him to Columbus, then St. Paul, and five seasons with the Boston Red Sox. In 1914 his form dipped, but last year he posted 24 victories and 10 defeats. Huggins gives up Catcher Glenn and Niehaus for the veteran. Contemporaries say Hall was more effective last season and should fare well with St. Louis.
In New York amid post Fed era shifts, players face tighter budgets as club owners press for concessions in 1916 training and season costs. The piece notes hungry players, long-term contracts, and possible pay deductions, alongside boxing officials debating scoring decisions and bout formats.
Philadelphia February report states L.T. Franklin Baker, the self described home run king, may join either the Yankees or the Chicago Americans this season if Connie Mack shares sale proceeds. Baker says he has an agreement with Captain Huston of the Yankees and that Mack must approve his return, despite a two year contract remaining.
Cumberland Press beat St. Josephs 16 to 14 as press guards Damm hit the deciding basket in the final minute. St. Josephs reorganized squad led early, with Keating Macfarlane Smouse and Fahey among scorers amid injuries and shifts.
J N Fricke of the state industrial accident board credits the Texas league inquiry with confirming that seven Texas clubs are amenable to the states workers compensation act. Players would receive sixty percent of their salaries during injuries sustained while at their occupations, as Morris of Fort Worth reports.
A fighter is pushed through ten rounds by a clever opponent who often weakens himself, allowing a dramatic knockout at the end. The remark questions whether a champion should lose on such a showing, with Fred Wenck insisting the view is entirely erroneous.
Fay Keiser Cumberland's pride middleweight will meet Al Rogers of Buffalo in a local bout. Rogers seeks February 9, but promoters favor February 14. Rogers, a fast fighter, is expected to push Keiser while Keiser trains daily and prepares for a return. Backers aim to stage the match in an uptown theatre.
The Tigers beat the Dodgers 16 to 14 and the Cubs edge the Shamrocks 14 to 13 in closely played Knight of Columbus basketball. Final minutes decided both games as Tigers claim top league position.
The Upper Potomac Basketball League section lists schedules with A. C. H. S. at A. C. A. in Cumberland and Westernport against C. H. S. in Lonaconing. A. C. H. S. vs A. C. A. Tuesday at 7 45 p m. On Wednesday at 6 oclock A. C. H. S. meets B. H. S. of Frostburg. A Jitney Bicycle Club by United Accessories Co offers a 1916 model $25 bicycle for $20 with weekly payments.
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