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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1918
Page
19
New York swept Boston 9 to 0 in game three of the series as Sallee allowed four hits and Hearn struggled. Young and Zimmerman led the offense with sharp fielding from Lether, while winded throws and sparse Boston support doomed the home club.
Philadelphia June 26 lacobs Pitehing led the pitching in a lopsided 1-0 victory as the Ex-Pirate hurler secured his first win under Moran. The Brooklyn foe fell short as misplayed chances and a strong defense kept the game tight, with Moran’s squad seizing the early lead and holding on through the final inning.
Ambitious game features a pitching duel as Ames and Voghin exchange hits with Ames providing notable offense. Chienga delivers a decisive rally with two key hits while Mana drives in runs, and Gringo L reaches for notable defensive plays. The crowd watches a tense sequence as both teams seek victory.
Notice urges farmers to send lists or inquire in person at the defense office about hiring available boys for work. It mentions Mhensweth and Chenoweth seeking to attract attention to the pool, notes some older lists are old, and calls for prompt applications or inquiries at 404 Whitley Indicting. The Crystals manager seeks good children for a game Sunday afternoon at Welaser work, favoring Badgers.
A fragmented recap of National and American League results includes St Louis, Chicago, New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Brooklyn, Pittsburgh and Detroit with scattered scores. Obscure line items mention wet grounds, various cities, and garbled team pairings and schedules.
In a 1910 discussion Paul Parmant contrasts two baseball philosophies the New York Giants method where players mainly execute the manager’s plan and the Chicago Cubs approach led by Mitchell with players exercising more autonomy. The piece notes McGraw’s thinkers bench policy and Zimmermann Collings ballpark tactics and questions which system yields success referencing the 1900s Giants and White Sox World Series outcomes.
South Bend wired figures show 1,102 alien enemy women registered and 3,264 alien enemy mules. many failed to register and faced arrest and internment for the war’s duration, with officials noting the totals for the city.
Ashton of Detroit, president of the National Breeders Association affiliated with the Rabbit and Stock association, spent yesterday in the city visiting to learn about fanciers. He voiced interest in the rabbet club and predicted it will soon take its place among American institutions. Also noted this morning, Charles May of Muncie is held in jail on accusations involving savings stamps and a remark about Germans and peace.
The sale of tobacco and cigar stamps at the Ravenna office was discontinued abruptly. No further orders will be filled at this office. manufacturers must apply to the revenue office in South Bend, Indiana. Address 4 George Hess, 1, to South Wend, Ind. Prompt service will be given from that office.
New York trails Boston by one game after the Yankees lose 3 1 in the third of the series. Love pitched well for New York, limiting Reaton to four hits as Hinw drove in two in the second inning and tied May June’s 35 game hit streak. Errors and scoring details blur the box but the Red Sox lead 3 1 with Wagner and Mays among the figures.
An erratic game saw Detroit fall as Chicago capitalized with a late surge led by Jennings and Donovan amid umpire disputes. Detailed linups and late exchanges overshadowed scoring as fans witnessed contested calls, with Beaty and Monro noted among spectators and teammates.
Griffmen claim third straight win over the Athletics despite a soggy field. Strong pitching and timely hits carried Washington to the victory as both teams battled weather conditions and fielded miscues.
Cleveland and St Louis split a doubleheader with steady hitting. Cleveland won the first game 4 to 0 in the top of the third inning after two errors paved the way for four runs, while the second game ended 4 to 2 in favor of Cleveland. A bases loaded double by Henderson in the eighth inning sealed the win.
The Journal Gazette presents an overview of a famed athletic authority introducing a system to help readers keep fit. The shaft of the message emphasizes national figures backing a program described as essential for U S citizens. It outlines the health plan as part of a broader push to elevate American vigor and moral steadiness through physical training.
The Panamanian government moves to regulate sugar imports and enforce postponement of elections by six months. Officials claim the move preserves constitutional order amid opposition protests, with decrees cited to uphold the republic’s structure. The opposition asserts the delay undermines democratic rights and constitutional procedures.
John Wort named general agent for Consolidated Press here in what appears to be a regional business notice. The item outlines Wort’s duties and the firm’s plan to expand shoe and footwear operations, including a new store opening around July 12 and full factory in operation soon.
The notice reports Western Union activity near Nioyehus and mentions a strike context. It references the Heat of thes Comme real Peden phase Mila and workers. Officials, committees, and local figures like Steve Pridlay are noted in relation to final preparations for ratiomad. The piece includes Want Ads pricing and a passing mention of the Gazette.
June 26 Columbus reports Frankie Mason’s strong record and a remote contest with Walt O’Dowd. In Mt Clemens Michigan, Lt John Kragle dies when a plane crashes. Community plans a Saturday dinner and cheer event.
In France Novy Penta event, Robert Koerber re elected president of the Knights of Columbus. Fort Wayne officers Crehe, Franietare, and others named. convention approves war relief funds totaling about 7.7 million dollars for construction, equipment, and welfare work, with 2.28 million for building and equipment. New York reports arrival of leaders James J. McGraw and Lawrence O Murray to oversee wartime activities.
Leaguers in Fort Wayne organize a charity baseball event to aid sick and disabled soldiers, with Howser day festivities expected to draw a crowd. Several players on the sick list or away leave the field arrangements unsettled, but fans anticipate a strong turnout and competitive matches among Western Turners, Perkins, Howser, and Knit-Electrics.
A special press at the Fort Wayne dental society meeting drew noted experts. Dr O A Vanirk spoke on crowning and bridging with technic of casting. Mount Vernon spohy tank showcased demonstrations. The event included medals, discussions, and lively participation from attendees.
The article notes Hugh G.Keevan Keegan chairing a day of dedication and exercises honoring Irene Byron and hospital services. Key speakers include Artie Molson and Mort Warne addressing defense, civic duties, and the establishment of a formal institution. Invitations go to ministers and community leaders for hospital service observances.
New York dispatch reports Signor Ca pron, Italian aviation pioneer, says a machine capable of crossing the Atlantic exists and could be sent to the United States or built here. Lieutenant Dollant of the Royal Flying Corps informs the American executive committee that aviators would undertake the initial flight if approved by officials in Washington. The plan, discussed at a meeting with Alan R. Hawley, could be manufactured by Ames airplane factories in large numbers.
An unrested youth stole a car after waiting for a relative, then fled and caused a scene in the street. The vehicle owner reported the loss while bystanders observed the event and noted the youth's attempt to drive away in front of witnesses.
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