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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1906
Page
1
In a doubleheader yesterday afternoon at Lagu Park, locals defeated Fort Wayne twice despite tense late innings. Hunt pitched both wins with strong support from Anderson and Kinwering as Fort Wayne rallied late in each game but fell short in the stretch.
In a tight game Cincinnati edged Pittsburg in the ninth as Jung 24 drove in the winning run with a sacrifice and a wild throw after a two sacrifice sequence. Wetmar started for Cincinnati, exited after five innings with two runs allowed as the rally came together for the visitors.
A garbled report from Lowie Missouri notes a tied baseball game between Cleveland and St Louis. Despite unclear fragments, players and teams are identified, with expectations for adjustments in upcoming matchups.
American Association clash at Toledo ends in a pitchers duel with strong defense and limited scoring. Both starters pitch well while defensive plays and timely relief determine the outcome, as late errors or hits fail to swing the decision.
South Lewd over Ferry Haute 10 3 in a decisive win as Daytons and Canons clash elsewhere. Racers include RHE DEAL and Tieman contributing, with efforts from Terre Mate Cerise and Weaver. Grand Rapids reports a hockey-like matchup amid Evansville ties, while Wheeling notes a postponed springtime game.
Chicago Gunthers defeated the Shamrocks 8 to 0 before about 5000 spectators as Ruger pitched for Chicago. Robson retired by the third, and fielding miscues hurt Shamrocks who could not play their usual game after an all night ride.
Special to the Journal-Gasetta reports the Pennsylvania shop team from Trett Wayne defeated the Fort Wayne and Jen club in a tied six inning battle. Nolan made sensational catches as the visitors threatened. the Pennsylvanians advance to Auburn next Sunday to meet the relay tent in a tough exit.
Tinmanapolis reports Rev. Thorar J. McFarland, a colored minister at Greenfield, drowned this afternoon while canoeing with a companion on White River. The incident occurred near the Greenfield area and details remain sparse.
Eastern boxing circles in New York protest the use of fighters’ names in promotions and demand public notice of challenges. Mil waukee welterweight Jack Dougherty and Rhode Island’s Haig Glancy are cited amid disputes over forfeit bets and misrepresented bouts, with managers accused of fraud and promoters urged to honor contracts. Joe Walcott’s bid to box Willie Lewis draws speculation as rivals seek advantage and publicity.
Today’s games feature Israklyn at Denton and Philadelphia at New York. Other matches include Bt Lute at Chicago, Pittsburgh Sigdiead, Tony at Columbia, Trekatapolta, Semlevilly at Told, Milwarkey at St Paul, Kansas City at Minneapolis, Dayton at Canton, prinaex at Wheeling, Terre Haury at South Bend, Eyaavilte at rend Repkis.
A tense exchange reveals plans for vengeance and money, with references to Belfield and a challenge to settle scores. Joe aims for a big payoff, rejecting a bare fight while insisting on substantial winnings amid threats.
Lagro, Ind June 31 The Fort Wayne Eagled defeated the Lagro ball team 7 to 6 in a afternoon game. Key hits came from T Kaylor who faced Anderson four times. A costly ninth inning error by Lagro allowed two runs to score, shaping the late inning drama.
The Port Wayne Blues and Garrett split a doubleheader in Garrett after a weather-caused rescheduling. First game featured a late homer by Kestler and solid hitting from Kittridge Jacobs and Wilda. Second game saw Blues romp with Williamson and McCarthy on base, while Jacobs, Wilda and Smith supplied key hits.
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