Umpire’s Lot Already Improved in Baseball Reform
The piece surveys changes in umpire status led by American League president Johnson, noting increased respect and better pay as the role shifts from ridicule to honor. It cites past conflicts with players and fans, the reform moves by Johnson and other league presidents, and predictions that umpires will be rewarded with greater dignity as the transition progresses.
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Sherman
Ain
Avery
Pike Kawat
Cutler
Remior
Dilwrghill
Uo Image Presidente
Ribber
Ola Bolors
Empire
Mayers
Pesicn
Han Miten
Joe
Comiskey
Johhson
National
En Acon
Putnam
Ehisf
Ptapin
Leading Golfers To Compete In Upcoming Open Championship
An article lists top national golfers and announces the United States Golf Association Open Championship to be held at the Philadelphia Cricket Club on June 16. It notes seventy two holes of metal play, prize money ranging from 200 to 20 dollars, and mentions umpire challenges, fair play rules, and the custody of the championship cup. The piece reflects era-specific golf culture and includes details on prizes and officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lntenne
Tekan
Herrestotf
United Amted Golf Association
Philardelphia Cricket Club
Jung
Patwean
Wrestler Rivalries and Umpire Controversy in European Rings
The article previews a volatile wrestling scene with Europe versus America shows. It highlights promoter interest, the dominance of Gotoh, and a controversial stance by umpire Myers. It notes Joan of the Objective Nations’ stance on umpire decisions and the troubling trend of fighters blaming officials as reputations wane.
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Frank Gatch
Europe
America
Belarhistan
Gato
Conntlia Bim
Tohpey Evera
Joan
Nacionals
Myers
Iengsun
Uita
Foolluhnaes
Ageond
Wood Dominates As American League Pitcher Prospect
Boston American Joe Wood is praised as perhaps the era’s best pitcher from bell testers. His big windup and swift fastball keep runners off base, while a developing slow ball confounds batters. Critics say Wood could top the majors if not for occasional foul luck and fielding miscues.
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Wood
Joe Wood
Boston Americans
Bad Johnson
Ronere
Mets
Veteran Ball Tossers Shine Amid Aging Stars
Veteran players like Hans Wagner Cy Young and Fred Clarke stay influential while others slide. Lajoie leads Americas Teague in belting as Wallace and Leach pursue speed and base running. Brown and Warner rank among top all around players with Wagner regaining hitting form. Clarke manages well though contemplating quitting. Leach outshines in baserunning as Young nears his nineteenth season. Bush breaks strikeout record with 118 major league shutouts?
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Aberall
Hans Wagner
Nop Lajoie
Bobby Wallace
Cy Young
Fred Clarks
Tommy Leach
AIK
Lous Brown
Mammat
Warner
Wagner
Frag Clarke
Wagner, Clarke
Lideh
Beaking Aims to Umpire Move From Joke Deckiey Stars
Dimanti faces a potential major league attach as Beaking, Joke Deckiey, and Tannerly, noted stars, seek to join a premier aggregation. Joke reaches end of pro career amid midwest try, with Becktey starting Jersey play in 1886 at twenty.
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Beaking
Joke Deckiey
Trath
Becktey
bin Jerse
Pittabuts
Lodis
Cincinnati
New York
How Jim Jeffries Got MS Tin Ear
Jim Jeffries recounts a past bar incident where Morabin struck him and Jeffries retaliated with a punch to Morabin’s ear, causing a fall. Jeffries explains the tale was told after drinks at the Rowervenue training camp and notes he treated Morabin after the incident, sparing his friend bodily harm.
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Jim Jeffries
Amon
Jet Ib
Hla
Rowervenue
Jef
Jeff
Monaben
Terry
Bodls
Baseball Scouts and the Long Road to the Major Leagues
A detailed look at baseball scouts traveling nationwide to find promising players for Major League clubs. The article notes challenges and temptations, with anecdotes of players discovered in small towns and the high costs of scouting, training, and potential rewards. It highlights how scouts influence careers and the lure of the big leagues.
Sim Dalahanty Firmly Stands As Last Of Famous Family
Fragmentary notes indicate Sim Dalahanty, once known as Dm Delahanty, remains the sole surviving member of the famous baseball family. Mentions tie him to teams and cities including Toronto, Waterbury, Cleveland, and Indianapolis, with references to a return and a moon in Cleve Nard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sim Dalahanty
Dm Delahanty
Frank
Indianapilla
Joe
Toronto
Wills
Waterbury
Tonlas
Moon
Cleve
Cantwell’s New Glove Aids Cincinnati Pitcher Honour
Cantwell of Cincinnati designs a rubber glove for cold or wet conditions aimed at improving pitching. Keown looks on as the glove is tested amid weather challenges. French star game notoriety and a New York Americans acquisition shapes the lineup. Stallings may keep the standout at short for regular duty.
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Cantwell
Plecher
Cincinnnati
Ise
Tdis
Rand
Twtrer
Fiench
Iach
New York Americans
Nall
Shortatone
Stallings
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Han Johnson
American League
Pat Tedeau
Rota
Amcond
Aland
Tang
Evers
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Harry Davin
Anoter Cateran
Atil Clnasne
Bush
Owadle Bubh
Chicago
Big State
Teagues
Ptt
Seaguin
Tor
Pat Ieee
Hane Wagner
Wnt
Big Wiss
Larry Lajote
Jimmy Couge
Thape
Ona
Rego
Bal
Geries
Ufo
Wcont
Uch
Tagaling
Dickaring
Mfelder
Tornet
Dickar
Cotwit
Hia
Rotary
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