Indians Athletics Battle For Second Place In Tight Finish
In a late season scramble the Indians defense remains threatened by the Athletics who can overtake them for runner-up unless Philadelphia keeps the pace. Dazzy Vance delivered his best pitching effort of the year in a 3 1 Brooklyn win while the Giants split with Philadelphia and the Yankees slip as St. Louis sews up the NL pennant. Cincinnati nudges past St. Louis as the season ends with multiple decisive results.
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Washington
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Cincinnati
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Reds
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Jess Petty
Robins
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Fitzsimmons
Greenfield
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Braves
Sisler
Browns
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Boston
Manush
White Sox
Senator
John MecGraw
Muggsy
Notshee
McGrady
McGaw
Eifth
McGraw
Notable Swell Ticket Scandal Hits Philadelphia Scene
The piece jokes about Philadelphia’s ticket scandal aided by Mr. Richard as readers debate winter coal choices. It contrasts sports figures like Bill Tilden and Bob Witzimmons with political figures, lampooning the era’s preoccupations and public discourse.
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Philadelphia
Richard
First Matches Today In Golf Tournament At Club
The High Point Country club annual championship draws are complete with seedings. McGraw era noted as Giants finish in second division. matches begin today with 18 hole rounds at scratch and a 36 hole final for the championship.
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High Point Country Club
Prince
Matton
Waynick
Rochelle
Covington
Abels
A. S. Parker
C. C. Prince
Comber Covington
Lawrence Matton
Alex Rankin
C. M. Waynick
Joan Abels
T. V. Rochelle
Jewett
Alderman
J. A. Morris
Ellis
Dalton Va
Dempsey Tunney Amateurs Proposal Sparks Surprise
A clipped wartime style remark notes surprise at Mr Cash and Carry not pushing Dempsey and Tunney toward amateur status. The line hints at plans or pressures around professional boxing figures and possible shifts in careers.
Henna Collet to Defend Her National Title at Merion
Henna Collet of Providence faces tough opposition as 130 players compete in the women's national golf championship at Merion Cricket Club. The event narrows to 32 for the 18 hole medal quarterfinals, then 18 hole match play and a 36 hole final on Saturday with Ada Mackenzie of Toronto adding international intrigue.
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Addmore
Glenna Collett
Providence
R. 1
Tosf
Meriod Cricket Club
Ada Mackenzie
Toronto
Koenig Delights In Sensational Fielding Game
Yankees young shortstop Mark Koenig turned in a standout fielding performance against Cleveland, handling 16 chances with no errors, eight putouts and eight assists, and contributing to four double plays.
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Mark Koenig
Yankees
Koenig
Cold Wave Sweeps High Point After 93 Degree Day
Weather in High Point shifts from a record 93 degrees to a forecast cooling trend. The 66 degree temperature at noon signals a drop with potential 50 degree low overnight. Forecasters warn of a cold wave lasting one or two days as clouds obscure the sun and Frost fears subside.
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United States Weather Bureau
A. B. Horney
Nhat
High Point
Chicago
Rocky Mountains
Horney
Landis Announces Eligible Players for World Series
Baseball Commissioner K M Landis named the eligible players for the World Series starting October 2 in New York. The New York Americans have 28 eligible players led by manager Huggins with stars such as Ruth Meusel and Lazzeri. the St. Louis Cardinals have 26, managed by Hornsby with players including Hafey Hallahan and Thevenow.
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K. M. Landis
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New York Americans
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Adams
Beall
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Hoyt
Jones
Koenig
Lazerr
Marquarde
Meusel
Paschal
Pennock
Reuther
Ruth
Severeid
Shawkey
Shocker
Thomas
Ward
St. Louis Nationals
Hornsby
William Killifer
Williams
Alexander
Herman Bell
Lester Bell
Blades
Bottomley
Clough
Douthit
Flowers
Hafey
Haines
Hallahan
Holm
Johnson
Keen
O'Farrell
Reinhart
Rhem
Sherdel
Lothron
Southworth
Thevenow
Toporcer
Vick
Cardinals Infield Outscores Yankees in First World Series Preview
Louis Cardinals four regular infielders hit .293 as against the Yankees .274. Gehrig leads with .311 and Bottomley has 18 homers. Bell posts .329 while Dugan hits .284. Koenig tops Thevenow in batting and doubles while Toporc er sees limited action behind Gazella.
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Huggins
Lester Bell
Gehrig
Bottomley
New York
Louis Cardinals
New York Yankees
Cardinals
Yankees
Lou Gehrig
Jim Bottomley
Guardian
Hornsby
Tony Lazerri
Yankee
Lazzeri
Lazerii
St. Louis
Joe Dugan
Bell
Dugan
Mark Koenig
Tom Thevenow
Koenig
Thevenow
Theve
George Toporcer
Mike Gazella
Pirates Crowned By Managerial Prowess In Baffling Season
The Pittsburgh Pirates delivered a notable managerial performance this season, highlighting strategic decisions and leadership amid a challenging year.
Police Team to Clash with Firemen in Three-Game Set
High Point police baseball squad prepares for a three game series against firemen today at Welch Park with 25 cent gate for men and free admission for women and children. Manager Davis and Captain Pike lead the lineup featuring Agner Causey Pike Deal Stout Davis McGhee in the field and on the mound.
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Welch Park
Guardians of the Peace
Coppers
Davis
Pike
Firemen
Agner
Causey
Fowler
Deal
Stout
McGhee
Moderation League Reports U S Drunkenness Near Prohibition Level
The Moderation League says drinking in the United States has reached pre prohibition levels citing surveys in more than 1,500 cities. Wayne B Wheeler in Washington calls the report foundationalless and critical of current conditions.
Virginia Coaches Ready to Tackle Georgia Bulldogs
Virginia's coaches move to revamp the attack after a erratic showing against Hampden-Sidney as they prepare to face Georgia on Lambeth Field. Quintus Hutter led ground gains with 66 yards as the team aims for speed in practice and tighter defense to counter the Bulldogs' strength.
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University
Virginia
Virgina
Georgia
Lambeth Field
Hampden- Sidney
Virginians
Bulldogs
Tigers
Hamden-Sidney
Quintus Hutter
Hutter
Denise Little
Sports Trivia Qs Reflect Early 20th Century Boxing and Golf
The item presents quick Q and A prompts on Ted Morgan boxing since 1920, Bobby Jones golf titles in three years, Benny Leonard age at 30, and Jess Sweetzer not winning the national open golf crown. It reads like a period sports quiz in a newspaper snippet.
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Ted Morgan
Bobby Jones
Benny Leonard
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Ivery
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