Desolate Pennsylvania Warns of Forest Destruction
Dr J T Rothrock warned that about one seventh of Pennsylvania land, roughly 6400 square miles, is in waste and cannot grow crops. He said a timber famine looms within 30 years, urging large appropriations for forest restoration and reserves to protect water, power, and future economic safety. He noted Pennsylvania leads in forestry but must act now to reforest and preserve the state’s resources.
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Pennsylvania
J.T. Rothrock
Doctor Rothrock
United States
Pensylvania
Union
Hershey Beats Strongest Team in Lebanon Contest
Hershey travels to Lebanon and defeats the American Iron & Steel nine 10 to 1 at Third and Green streets. Zeigler pitches superbly for Lebanon Valley College, backed by sharp defense and timely hitting including two by Saylor and a home run by Daniels.
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Lebanon
American Iron & Steel
Zeigler
Heichel
Witmyers
Lebanon Valley College
Shaub
Machen
Hershey
Hinkle
Saylor
Charles Hulstine
Dearolf
Daniels
Patty Miller
Miller
Chee
Nes Machen
C Saylor
Hulstein
Parana Nee Straub
Eenerereee Daniels
Eeereeene
AL & ER Preiss
Kihlman
Enone
Haddow
Hoverling
Hopkins
Sight
Ae Gingrich
Falmer
Witmyer
Eeee
Tetalg Oa
Vane
Ihoevehey
Ali
Gingrich
Shhaub
Herchel
Witmayer
Helchol
Uck
Zeiglar
Nelor
Lebanon Game Notes Preview Sept Matchup with Hershey
Notes recount Hershey visiting Lebanon for a Sept game. Denrolf’s throw to Haddow in the second inning was perfect until Machen dropped the ball after tagging. Adler limited strikeouts with strong control. Plolas, Lebanon’s power hitter, was held hitless. Machen made several stylish plays at short while an umpire decision altered a play.
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Hershey
Lebanon
Denrolf
Haddow
Machen
Adgler
Pop Flien
Plolas
Perfect bunt leads to late game left field defense and homer notes
The report mentions a neatly bunted ball with Straub playing left field for the final three innings. Daniels hit a homer off a high pitch from Heichel. Secretary H. G. Mumma, Treasurer J. E. Hills, and ex-manager Murray watched from the players bench.
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Straub
Daniels
Heichel
H. G. Mumma
J. E. Hills
Murray
Two Good Games This Week For Local Team
This week features two standout games for the local team. Friday afternoon the Lucknow car shop squad, among Harrisburg’s fastest, visits the traction for a strong test. Saturday the Lemoyne club comes to the park diamond after a fast season, noted for beating top amateur nines and once holding Chambersburg to 1 0.
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Lucknow Car Shop
Harrisburg
Lemoyne Club
Park Diamond
Chambersburg
Hershey
Not Legal But Lively Hershey Store Team Bucks Current Series
The Hershey Chocolate Company offices and store clerks played a short four inning game on Monday evening. Hill pitched for the office team as darkness halted play after the fourth inning with the Store Co leading two games to zero.
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Hershey Store
Hershey Chocolate Company
Hill
Store Co
Local Pick Ups Spotlight in Area Baseball Scene
Eddie Miller of Annville, now with the St. Louis Browns, is praised for his strong start at first base though spring training injury delayed his rise. Kid Stricker from New Cumberland, pitching with Chambersburg, has drawn major league interest. Ephrata, Hummelstown, New Holland, and Lebanon league action noted with wins, losses, and standout pitchers Matthews and HonHon.
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Eddie Miller
Annville
St. Louis Browns
St. Louis Post-Despatch
Eddie
Rickey
Miller
Kid Stricker
New Cumberland
Chambersburg
Connie Mack
Stricker
York Tri-State
Ephrata
Lancaster County
Manheim
Hummelstown
Reading
New Hollandlub
Matthews
Lebanon
Boyertown
Honbon
White
Tehanon Valley College
Nat HonHon
Stataonlub
Philadelphia
The Return of Croquet Across Eastern Centres
The News notes croquet is coming back in eastern centres and may bloom in yards soon. It is praised as a soothing diversion amid rapid social trends like tango suffrage aeroplaning and joy rides, with side whiskers lemonade and Laura Jean Libby as its charming accompaniments.
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Croquet
Laura Jean
Libby
Joe Chabeck Notches 24th Victory for Harrisburg Tri-State
Joe Chabeck, the popular pitcher for Harrisburg Tri-State Club, earned his 24th win of the season on Monday after gaining a decision over the Trenton club.
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Joe Chabeck
Harrisburg Tri-State
Trenton
Little Ball Player Learns to Play Baseball
A verse from Leslie's Weekly describes a young boy standing with legs apart and shoulders bent as he grips a sparkling ball. His aim is true, and as the ball flies he feels like a man amid cheering fans, trading toys for the joy of baseball.
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Leslie’s Weekly
Susquehanna A C Beats Red Lion After Earlier Loss
Susquehanna A C of Harrisburg defeated Red Lion in a rematch after losing to them earlier in the season. The win came on Saturday and strengthened the Harrisburg club’s position in the standings.
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Susquehanna A.C
Harrisburg
Red Lion
Bryan Praises Pennsylvania Radishes and Grape Juice
William Jennings Bryan praised Pennsylvania radishes and grape juice during his recent visit, declaring the local brands unmatched any where. He spoke as a connoisseur in the state, highlighting quality in produce and beverages.
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Pennsylvania
William Jennings Bryan
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Walter ‘T. Bradley
S. E. Corner
Ninth and Thompson Streets
Hoffer
Engle
Palmyra
Landis
E. B. Cassady
Swatara Quarry
Swatara, Pa
David Gordon
Hershey, Pa
East End
Hershey Improvement Company
Hershey, Penna
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