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Newspaper
Elizabeth Daily Journal
Location
Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1908
Page
5
Fragmented report describes a planned meeting by the Elizabeth Baseball Association stockholders. Conflicting quotes reference offers to sell stock, fan support, and a tense dispute over control and terms. The piece hints at a forthcoming Monday meeting and potential outcomes.
The article notes Immerrman appointed to officiate at Asbury Park races. It highlights a revival event on Friday afternoon July 4 with athletic ads, and mentions the first grand circuit meet to be held in Madison Square Den next Monday night. It references a mile championship and details about officials and performers.
Tri State League clubs Trenton and J team advertise to appear at downtown grounds tomorrow afternoon for a rousing match. Trenton yesterday lost 9 to 4 in a strong showing, while Elizabeth Stars meet Johnston Towns next. Pitcher Murphy or pitcher Ki pitcher. Second baseman Mayoon noted, with fielding solid overall and minimal errors.
New York, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Chicago, Pittsburgh and Louisy lead the standings with several clubs close behind after today’s games. Scores and positions shift as New York and Brooklyn press for top spots while Philadelphia and Chicago push for higher ranks.
Hackensack police chief Din bans Sunday ball after a protest by local ministers. He notified Hackensack Field Club and St Marys that weekend games on Sabbath must stop, citing public nuisance and residential disruption in a fashionable city district.
Elizabeth Turners team aims for top prize at Union Hill with strong entries from Paterson Newark Hoboken and Passaic. City representatives include Keller Schaar Fiedler Paes and many others in a broad field led by instructor Setanta.
A brief note reports people in the eastern part of the region discovering a boon amid the season. Local residents, officials, and observers note the impact on nearby farming and daily life. NoFurther details available in the text.
Glints and Gleanings from the diamond offer a look at players Dooley Fetley and Karon, with mentions of Wilkes-Barre and the New York State League. The piece notes managers, league shifts, and remarks by officials like Umpire Sheridan and critic Rube Waddell, plus general chatter on scores and fan reactions.
Philadelphia court records reveal Alfred W Lawson, promoter of a Union Baseball Club venture, under bankruptcy proceedings. Schedules list owed money and park-related debts, with items described amid fragmented OCR text.
Perrine of the Trenton Tri-State League offers his club for sale on the ground, claiming it has been a losing venture. He writes to President Carpenter of the Tri-State announcing his intention to sell the entire plant, and reports are that a buyer may be found soon.
Scotch Plains strongest nine faces Dutch’s Elizabeth Fiskd Club at Washington grounds tomorrow afternoon. Field Club, coached by Kuhlmann, will host all games after this one as out‑of‑town teams arrive. Ortleib of the visitors eyes past teammates in center while Egan Boyd Moore Kling Meellan Ca Hate foster Loyd form the locals lineup for a 4 15 start.
The Washington Herald reports a rise of bets and tensions as Clarke and Kramer prepare for a Western series clash. Frequent public bets of up to 1000 dollars hover around the match while team dynamics mix with talk of future roles and possible shifts. The Salt Lake circuit notes credit for originating the matchup, with speculation about who will secure the proper frame for the contest.
The Main Office and Machine Builders clashed with the Builders winning 13 runs to 7 after surging in the third inning. Silvera’s wild pitching helped the Builders seize the lead as Rabig starred with seven assists and three put outs at second.
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