Pirates Halt Cubs In Battle For Top
Lee Meadows tossed a four hit shutout as the Pirates beat the Cubs to pull 2 games ahead in the pennant chase. Johnny Gooch belted a sixth inning homer with two aboard and Lloyd Waner added a ninth inning tally on a double and sacrifice. Barons rain out while Pel home run pace highlighted Southern action as clubs jockey for position across the leagues.
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Athens Jaysees Set to Host Rematch at Malone Park
Athens hosts the Athenians at Malone Park Thursday night at 8 45 in a spring base ball game expected to draw a large crowd. Clemora hurls for Athens while Sims McAnn handles plate duties and Woodroof Gresham bolster the lineup. Brown or Ezzell take the mound with Jervis catching.
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Yesterday's Results Across Baseball Leagues
Scores from the Southern to Texas leagues show New Orleans and Atlanta wins, Pittsburgh top Chicago, and multiple tilts in American Association and International League. Notable blowouts include Jacksonville 15 over St Augustine 11 and Savannah 13 over Albany 5.
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Home Merchant Offers to Bring Money Back to You
The home merchant pitches a program claiming to return money to customers from funds leaving the home, stressing an easier path to funds recovery than other routes. The message emphasizes prompt action to recapture expenditures.
Hartselle Game Rained Out Cancels Week Schedule
The Monday game between Hartselle and the Jays was rained out after a venue switch from Malone Park to Hartselle Park. Jays officials canceled trips, and heavy rain later in the afternoon likely pushed play to next week with Hartselle maintaining a full remaining schedule.
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How They Stand in Decatur Queen City of the Valley
Prospective buyers plan to build in Decatur with purchased lots and acreage as they prepare to settle in the Queen City of the Valley.
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Decatur urged to seize growth and opportunity
A call to action invites residents to participate in revitalizing Decatur, investing in local projects, and enjoying the benefits of a thriving city through community effort and leadership.
Multiple NBA Vics Tonight Highlight Three Scheduled Games
Three games scheduled as Nashville visits New Orleans, Little Rock meets Birmingham, and Memphis travels to Atlanta. The slate excludes other matchups with additional cities listed for context.
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Baseball clashes in key East matchups listed
Chicago plays St. Louis while Pittsburgh meets Cincinnati and Boston faces New York. Philadelphia travels to Brooklyn in rival city showdowns.
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Forty Four Years No Bar To Bender One Hit Game
Johnstown South Atlantic league star and former national figure Chief Bender pitched a one hit game for the Johnstown club in Jeanette Pennsylvania. His team won 4 to 0 as only two batters reached first base. Fans recalled his days with Connie Mack and his earlier flinging arm.
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Notable Last Words and Jokes in a Patchwork Column
A quirky collage of humorous quips and aphorisms compares domestic mishaps and fashion, praising a fly as this year’s screen star. It remarks on calendar reform, bathing beauty stereotypes, and a man in a coat at church on a hot night, all in a light editorial tone.
Why a Man’s Hand Cannot Be Over Eleven Inches
A compilation of jokes and riddles in a period voice. It includes wordplay on measurements, animals, and everyday objects, with punchlines about feet, moons, flies, and coats. The piece closes with humorous verses about hats, manners, and home cooking.
Vanderbilt Drops Tight Season Finale at Dartmouth
Vanderbilt closed its season with a 7-6 defeat at Dartmouth after leading into the eighth inning. Kitty Creson pitched well until the eighth as Dartmouth rallied for four runs, then added one in the ninth to seal the win. Dartmouth homers highlighted the attack against the Commodores.
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Daily update reminder for afternoon reading
A notice advising readers to read the Daily every afternoon to stay informed about home events and local news.
Wrestling Expose Threatens Illinois Pastime If Law Passes
Chicago witnesses a legislative probe into boxing and wrestling with claims of a wrestling trust deciding outcomes. Demetral named as boss. rivals and promoters deny bribery and suggest fraud rumors. Community leaders warn outlawing the sport would strike a hard blow to Chicago’s diverse sports culture.
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Home merchants guarantee service and door delivery
Local home merchants promise guaranteed service and doorstep delivery along with courtesies unseen elsewhere, highlighting personalized attention and reliable in-home options for customers.
Former Olympic diver Aileen Riggin pursues golf career
Aileen Riggin, once Olympic diving champion, has stepped back from the spotlight after turning pro. She studies golf with experts and practices in a bathing suit to gain freedom in her stroke. Photo credited to Eric Ace.
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Mudkens Beat Millers 10-5 to Stay First
The Toledo Mudhens strengthened their lead with a 10 to 5 win over the Millers. Rube Benton and Gomer Wilson, two of Michael Kelley’s strong starters, held off the Millers as Grimes belted two homers.
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