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Newspaper
Elyria Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1907
Page
6
A collage of items on archery and boomerang throwing plus spring training scenes. Mentions of boomerangs as exotic weapons and wind factors, then shifts to baseball coverage including Willie West and Ruelbach contract ruling. Roles and anecdotes tied to 1920s athletic reporting.
Chicago players Roblnwon and George Wheeler visited secrets Bras pie before signing with Elyria for the upcoming season. McCreary of Fremont is also signed and Hyndman may join. A rumor says Wheeler was caught cheating in a Nebraska Indian game when a pond trap led to a disputed out at home plate.
About fifteen candidates turned out for practice yesterday at the baseball park for the new season. Coach Braman lined the infield and outfield, with Lord catching and Webber at second next to Kaley at third. Substitutes and alumni played a practice game, showing solid throwing and fielding. Several rural players cannot attend this week, delaying full reporting until Friday or Saturday. Team drills continue daily as Richey aids bat work. prospects compare with Chicago and Cleveland as the league opens.
Manager Schleman of Sandusky has arranged a standout schedule featuring three games with Akron, two with Youngstown, and a telegram from Connie Mack for August 18 when the Athletics visit Sandusky. The lineup includes Detroit, New York Americans, Washington, Cleveland, Boston, Chicago or St Louis, Sharon, Newcastle, and more through September 22.
Spring training chatter centers on American leagues and pennant hopefuls. Uncertainty surrounds New York plans as managers size up pitchers and lineups ahead of the season opener.
The team boasts fast running and accurate fielding with a 25 percent improvement over last season. They expect stronger batting to gain advantage and push rivals to win the flag.
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