Bruins Defeat Robins in Final Series 10-4
In Chicago Lonnie Warnecke earned his 19th win as the Cubs routed the Brooklyn Dodgers 10-4 to complete a series sweep and strengthen their grip on the NL pennant. Brooklyn dropped to second, half a game behind Pittsburgh after the Pirates beat Philadelphia. New York news notes follow with the Yankees again relying on the long ball.
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Standings and results from multiple baseball leagues
Yesterday's scores across majors and minors include Chicago 10 Brooklyn 4 and St. Louis 4 New York 2 in the National League, Pittsburgh 8 Philadelphia 0, and American League games New York 4 Cleveland 2 plus Philadelphia 5 St Louis 4. Today Brooklyn visits St Louis, New York plays Chicago, Philadelphia hosts Cincinnati, and Boston faces Pittsburgh. In the Mid Atlantic, Charleston defeats Beckley 6 3 and Johnstown beats Clarksburg 6 3 while Huntington tops Cumberland 2 0. Standings show Charleston 19 9 0 leading with 1.19 Wo, then Johnstown 6 20 0 1.29, Beckley 12 9 0 0.54, Cumberland 18 6 0 0.44, Clarksburg 18 3 0 0.33, Huntington 16 9 0 0.25. American Association results include Minneapolis 7 Louisville 3 and 15 8, St Paul 7 Indianapolis 3, Milwaukee 4 Columbus 3.
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Yankees Defeat Indians 4 2 Behind Ruth Gehrig Power
In a victory over the Cleveland Indians, the Yankees won 4 to 2. Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig delivered the decisive hits and power. The Home Run Twins contributed three of the four runs with circuit swats, while Johnny Allen added a key flare in the win.
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Dixon clerk wins Grand American Handicap prize
Arthur E. Sheffield a railway postal clerk from Dixon Illinois outshot 722 shooters from across the United States Canada and the Canal Zone to win the Grand American Handicap and its $11000 purse in Vandalia Illinois on August 27 after quitting trapshooting 11 years ago.
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Church Mouse In Person Disturbs Evening Service
A Macon Georgia church reported an unusual visitor during an evening worship when a reported church mouse creature caused a disturbance. The minister halted the sermon to let the congregation regain quiet as the intruder’s presence drew attention.
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Corn Resists European Borer in Urbana Test Plots
In Urbana on August 27 scientists report 45 mauve corn strains tested against European corn borer infestation. Some strains show adaptation to the pest and may yield normally even with up to ten borers per stalk, promising resilient crops under attack.
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Leading batters in the league standings
The list highlights top hitters with averages and totals. Ar H Pet O Doul of the Dodgers posts a .483 average from 178 hits on 369 at bats. Foxx of the Athletics shows a .415 mark with 110 hits in 268 at bats. Huret and Hlein of the Phillies, Gelitig of the Yankees, and Ruth of the Yankees follow with near .35 to .408 averages and multiple hits and runs.
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Over-doctored Istanbul debates doctor fees
In Istanbul there is one doctor for every 444 residents. Younger medicos argue that older practitioners should raise fees to limit access, pushing some patients to seek newer doctors. Older doctors resist, fearing impact on care and competition in the crowded market.
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Trotting Stars Prepare For Kentucky Futurity
Lexington set for the forty seventh Kentucky Futurity as Grand Circuit returns on September 19 with top trotting horses led by Marchioness fresh from winning the Hambletonian Stake at Goshen. The five day meeting in the Blue Grass State showcases America's premier trotters in the season finale.
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Vines and Gledhill Vanquish Frenchmen in Classic Doubles
In Brookline on August 27, Henri Cochet and Marcel Bernard were outplayed by Ellsworth Vines and Keith Gledhill in a dramatic five set semifinal, 16-14 3-6 4-6 9-7 6-2. The match featured a sloppy display despite high talent. A separate note mentions the search for the grave of Joseph Phillips in Tennessee.
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Lee Week Ends With Monument Ball In White Sulphur Springs
Beneath Civil War battle flags couples danced old south waltzes at the Lee Monument ball ending Lee Week. Decorations recalled the 55 year old fundraising ball for the Richmond statue of General Lee as guests include Mrs. Woodrow Wilson Governor Pollard Governor Blackwood and General Harry Rene. A U S Navy flight squadron passed overhead during the celebration.
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Tourney of Axmen to Highlight Mountain State Festival
Elkins August 27 The Tourney of the Axmen will be a feature of the Mountain State Forest Festival program again this year. New champions will be selected October 7 as lumberjacks from across West Virginia compete. G H Overholt directs the festival with Do A Gross chairing the contest committee and Thomas W Skuce aiding with plans.
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B and O Railroad Bridge Fire Damages Pittsburgh Structure
A spectacular blaze at Pittsburgh’s Thirty-Third Street damaged the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad bridge as sparks showered nearby oil tanks. Ten fire companies battled the flames.
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Nails Sprinkled Over Norfolk Landing Field
Norfolk officials investigated eight pounds of roofing nails scattered across the landing field at the Norfolk airport after pneumatic tires on arriving planes were punctured. Despite the tire loss, no aircraft sustained serious damage, though a few mishaps were narrowly averted by pilots' skillful maneuvering.
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Senate Amends Salary Cut for Harrison County Judge
A bill to reduce the Harrison County criminal court judge salary was amended in the Senate and passed. The salary drops from 5000 to 4000 annually, versus a 3750 figure proposed by the House, and moves to the House for concurrence.
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Moose Lodge taps Henry W Busch former national commander
Henry W Busch of Detroit, long prominent in veterans circles, has been named supreme dictator of the Loyal Order of Moose. The announcement came in convention session as leaders showcased Busch’s extensive service and leadership in fraternal affairs.
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Furman Centering On Sports Useful After Graduation
Greenville August 27 Furman University plans an athletic diversification policy. Director Paul Dizzy McLeod says graduates will learn golf swimming baseball tennis and inter class events so they can stay active and keep fit after leaving college. He emphasizes lifetime recreation and practical carry over sports.
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Dizzy" McLeod
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Moreland Reaches Western Amateur Final in Dramatic Match
In Rockford Illinois on August 27 Gus Moreland of Dallas Texas survived a stirring 36 hole match with Charles Seaver of Los Angeles to win one up and advance to the Western Amateur final. Ira Couch of Chicago upset Johnny Lehman as a medalist 2 and 2 to join the final slate.
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Hospital Notes on Reed and Hamilton Discharges
Lewis Reed, son of Mr and Mrs FH Reed of Walnut Street, entered Guy Hospital for a minor operation today. Miss Regina Hamilton of Thornton was discharged today after convalescence from a major operation.
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Lookouts' Pilot May Lead Second Dixie Champions
Chattanooga Tenn Aug 27 Bert Niehoff manager of the Chattanooga Southern Association baseball club may be the first southern manager to win two Dixie series championships Niehoff previously led the SSA club to a post season Dixie title over Texas League champions Now his Lookouts contend with Memphis for the season pennant and the chance to meet the Texas winners in the souths little world series
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Girls Hold Net Tourney By Business Girls Club
A round robin tennis tournament organized by the Business Girls Club draws interest. Miss Clara Korte chairs the organizing committee. Matches played include Anna Korte and Clara Korte 6-0 and Clara Korte with Merla Poling 0-6 among others. Participants listed include Margaret Moran Anna Korte La Lee Reese Beatrice Shields Merla Poling Mildred Williams Pauline Bradford Clara Korte Helen Constance Lowe and Ada Poling.
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Bank loans drop for big lenders says Pomeren
Pomeren asserts the corporation backed 1.32 billion in loans to 5,482 institutions, with 69.8 percent of loans going to small town banks and a reduced share to large cities. He criticizes critics and says he would force expansion of purchases and more generous loans from over liquid banks. He insists confidence is returning to the system.
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Railroaders at Belington for two games schedule
The Grafton B and M baseball nine prepare a weekend of play starting with a doubleheader at Belington today and a Sunday 3 PM tilt against Philippi at the Athletic Field. In their latest win they beat Recreation Reds 9 to 3 as Randall H. McKinney of Grafton High mowed down Reds with 15 strikeouts.
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Python lurker caught after 90 days in lodging house
A python escaped from a rooming house bathroom and was found three months later in a neighboring residence. A householder mistook it for a cat and a snake-charmer and her husband brought the reptile into the rooming house without the landlady’s knowledge. Separate note says Michigan Lakes in the Irish Hills are two feet below normal due to drought.
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