15 Jun 1907
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1907
Page
1
In a thirteen inning clash Philadelphia defeated Cincinnati 4 to 3 after Thomas delivered a game deciding hit in the eleventh, tying the game with two out and setting up the winning run. Notes cover other league action with Chicago and Pittsburgh performances detailed.
In a tense American League matchup Boston edged St Louis 4 to 3. Key players included Horton Mans, Jute M.A. low Uirew Whitnee and Whitner with notable moments from Summers and Powell. Umpire Fiorat oversaw the game as pitching and fielding produced a close late run differential.
June reports from Columbus and Indianapolis cover partial scores and highlights. Highlights include pitchers Dette Wilson and others, with varied innings and umpire notes, plus a Minneapolis victory over Indianapolis by four runs.
In South Bend and Springfield a 0 0 tie is noted with Tad and Tan contributing. Grand Rapids defeated Dayton 5 1 after late innings. Evansville edged by a score of 3 1 with strategic hits. Terre Haute blanked Wheeling 4 0 as Waute shut out the visitors. Regional batting and pitching listed across cities with several misprints in the report.
Baseball notes describe Phy Rowse planning to coach with confidence in a game this afternoon. Managers will pair players for a spring training drill as the team prepares for the season. The page lists various players and positions, including Gateau, Mijers, and Mele, with mention of fever and illness affecting Wogan and Raenig. A local schedule entry notes special deliveries from Spevial and Nickel Plate beer routes to Centllivre and nearby areas.
MACCABEES Wayur Tent No 54 will journey to Hartford City for a Sunday June event to attend Valor Metcark with few attendees. Several Uniform Bank companies will join. Special interurban cars depart at 9 am and return by evening. A low rate for members is arranged and a large crowd is anticipated. Members should call the Record Keeper for more details.
Fort Wayne Homing Club sends ninety seven pigeons to Springfield Missouri for a 500 mile race starting at 4 30 am. Birds include world record holders and many youngsters with high value. Owners face risk if birds fail to return, but favorable winds bring most home. Two days to arrive. then entrants may join 260 mile race in midsummer. Also ad for asters and local beer delivery.
The excerpt shows a fragmented note about George Teng, assistant secretary in Fort Wayne. It mentions a Portland game yesterday with Blagtinn Portland and StndT, plus names M. J. Cleary and Rhys Longfield and Fort Wayne White Sox in the Wabash Valley league strengthening its roster.
A garbled report describes a high stake horse event with mentions of horses named Tel Cett and a colt owned by Theodore Miveromble. The text references jockeys, rugged tracks, and an audience observing races, but many details are unreadable. The piece notes a heavy, unsteady pace and a standout colt in an unclear context.
A local baseball notice shows Antwerp traveling to Corner Red and Guo Club for a 2 30 game at KR G C Park. The page contains garbled text with unclear context about players, events, and schedules, but confirms a June 16 matchup and a 2 30 start.
Decatur Professionals prepare for a Sunday game against the Shamrocks. The matchup features key players J Willanscn and Yonler as top contributors, with tactical notes from coach Auhare.
Brick house and outbuildings at 464 E DeWald St known as DeWald Homestead to be removed immediately. Bids to be opened June 26 at 2 p.m. at The Geo De Wald Company office Col Calhoun and Gelambia Sts. Open call for contractors and builders. Also Rifle range at 1315 S Cathonic and Hof Brau cab services at 1301 phone day or night.
An announced abrogation ends a pact between Harriman interests and the Rock Island over control of the Chicago and Alton railroad. Stockholders will now manage the property. The plan, set to lapse in 1914, was to shift control away from mixed Harriman and Rock Island interests.
Ada diners are invited to Pad's Place tonight for Genuine Turtle Soup as promoted by the Journal-Gazette Want Ada feature. Local effort highlights a vintage menu item and a casual dining option in Ada.
Joseph Murphy bought a tract in Manreg township where a deed allowed a church lot. He plowed and planted the lot, prompting trustees to demand he quit. Murphy claims the land reverts to him, while lawyers warn of protracted dispute. A jumble of local notes follows, including sport and business items and travel plans.
Baseball at League Park features the Decatur Professionals against the Shamrocks with a 2 PM start. The event promotes the Nickel Plate Road summer outings booklet offered free at C4. Melton, T. P. A. Fort Wayne, Ini.
In Decatur Indiana on June 14 the St Marys township Sunday schools announce a convention at Bobo United Brethren church next Sunday June 16 at 4 30 pm. Programs include talks by U B school Bobo and St Paul schools plus songs and general Sabbaths School discussion. A large attendance is expected and several local legal matters are noted as pending.
Schools marked Flag Day with patriotic exercises across grades. The day honored the nation’s birthday as part of closing exercises. Teachers will see a 19 percent salary increase voted by the last legislature in the fall. Few resignations reported to Superintendent Study.
Preparations for a new Fort Wayne Lodge of Elks on the corner of West Berry Street and Maiden Lane begin with tearing down the old residence that stood there for years. A three story building is planned with the contract to be let soon after the first of next month and bids due by July 1.
Shamrocks travel to Richmond for a league game against Decatur and Fort Wayne Shamrocks, with strong hopes after a string of successful showings. The lineup features standout pitchers and a robust hitting attack, as Decatur and Fort Wayne vie for the top records while other teams like Richmond and Kokomo push hard.
Reticence by Beth Glien and Wayr Dis with both sides seeking settlement as negotiations continue. Journeymen and employers show mutual reluctance to public discussion while indicating a possible agreement or continuation of talks, with no strike anticipated in the near term.
The Nathanel Maschall commission issued a decision on the Kelley matter, detailing the St Louis American League club and Kellay as a reserved player. A prior ruling barring Kelley from Des Moines was rescinded, restoring his status and leaving questions about his employment.
In Rabford Indiana on June 1 a baseball player was struck in the Adams apple during a handball catch attempt. The blow left him speechless and reportedly unable to speak above a whisper as doctors fear long term injury.
Concordia College held its annual field day at the Driving Park with ideal weather despite a threatening forecast. Several records fell across events including hop, step and jump, shot put, half mile, and sprint distances, led by standout performances from Carnsring, Belnke, and Gallmeyer. The day featured strong showings in standing long jump, hammer throw, broad jump, high jump, pole vault, and dash events as locals celebrated the swift, clear competition.
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