16 Sep 1903
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1903
Page
1
An advertisement extols the Cooks Stove or Badge and Garland Stoves and Ranges as a wise family buy. It claims superior quality, complete heater and cooking performance, and promises durable construction with dependable parts for home use.
Evansville edged Fort Wayne in a pitched double header with errors and a late rally. Curtis delivered a key hit and Williams and Curtin starred for Evansville as the visitors claimed the win and Fort Wayne’s bid for a title stayed murky.
Terre Haute hosts South Bend in a rough contest as Beecher and Cogswell struggle. South Bend’s Scott outpitched Coggivell while Terre Haute’s errors and aggressive defense pushed the game to a forced win for the visitors amid sloppy play and inconsistent calls.
In a disrupted Sept 15 matchup Adaimson reports Marion suffered two losses to Dayton. The game featured mixed play with standout pitching and fielding from Dayton, while Marion endured errors and uncertain calls.
A garbled report discusses a pennant move to Fort Wayne delayed by remaining games. It mentions Mr. Martner, the Railroaders, and Beechers on the Dall diamond, with uncertain references to Meeker and Lis, noting Port Wayne cannot be displaced from Naral Mace in any event.
WHEELING W V a Sept 15 The Stopes and Grand Rapids split a doubleheader with Jim Fox homering to win the first game for the locals. In the second game wildness and errors by Grand Rapids helped Wheeling rally, but the visitors still edged ahead in the early innings. Batteries Sweeny and Kintworth for Wheeling Farrell and ONeill for Grand Rapids.
National League standings show clubs including Pittsburg Boston Cincinnati New York and others with game results. Rain prevented several games and several scheduled matchups were not played, with notes on batteries and pitchers for the reported contests.
In a two four, Washington defeated Philadelphia 4 to 2 as Vinitty and Wittridge held the Philadelphia offense. Boston routed New York 12 to 3 in another AL game with strong hitting from unidentified batters.
Fragmentary scoreless lines describe baseball action with names such as Sager Grant Sucres and Couwurt Bases on tails. Mentions doubles and strikeouts with scattered phrases and partial player attributions.
A fragmented weather note lists postponed games in multiple locales including Louisville Toledo and Columbus. Rain and poor conditions halt scheduled sports events as teams like Butler and Burger aid face delays while other cities plan adjustments for weekend schedules.
The Fort Wayne high school football schedule for the coming season lists games at Goshen on September 25, Open on October 4, and visits to Huntington, Indianapolis, and other foes. Frank Hamilton is captain and Miles L Porter is manager as officers were elected.
A garbled report references a ten member group with a veteran leader seen by Kerry and others. It mentions Benedict, Bert Wayne, and Park Wares, plus hints of league pressure and uncertain future, suggesting internal tension and leadership questions within the team.
Community pages announce a county fair promo at the Tin Ten Assocaluon. Plans include races, stalls, and nearby events with a focus on youth and regional talent. Officials list dates and locations with emphasis on family activities and affordable entries.
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