Speedway Proves Itself Perfect Course For Heavy Auto Racing
The speedway opens with three days of racing drawing drivers and manufacturers from Chicago and nearby cities. Officials discuss 1910 classification changes and the possible backing of a technical committee. Motorcycle races are canceled amid dissension and poor sales, while cars post fast times including Ziengal in 2 minutes 2 seconds for 2.5 miles and Oldfield in 2 minutes 15 seconds on National VI.
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Record Field Tops For Newport National Tennis Championship
Newport Rhode Island August 16 The largest number of draws for a national tennis tournament was at Newport casino for the championships beginning tomorrow The entries include former champions H W Slocum of Brooklyn W J Clothier of Philadelphia Clarence Hobart of New York and other stars such as J D E Jones Karl Behr G F Touchard and Robert Leroy in the upper and lower wings.
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Cubs finally win to end series in Chicago
In front of about 30,000 fans the Chicago World Champion Cubs blanked the New York Giants 9 to 0. Brown and three fingers fueled the march to victory while Crandall of New York was hit hard. Giants’ weak hitting and Myers catching woes contributed to the defeat.
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Rose Poly Football Sets Sept 15 Report Date
Rose Poly football opens with Coach Clark guiding candidates to report September 15 for light practice. The team may play Franklin September 25 in the opener as Clark rebuilds a unit to head state secondary colleges, facing the toughest schedule yet with games against Eastern Illinois normal, Vanderbilt, Notre Dame, Depauw, Kentucky State, Butler, Purdue, and likely Washington University.
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Lightning Helps Bees Hit Home Run Blinkishly
In Cincinnati on August 16 the Bum ble Bees and Wasser Bees played a 13 inning game at Norwood Inn. Briggs Collins hit a lightning aided homer in the 13th, after a ball partly struck by lightning altered its flight and the fielder fled in fear. The scorched ball broke apart on the roadside.
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Outfielder Spencer Joins Carr Roster In Trade Move
Outfielder Spencer, acquired from Pueblo via McChesney and cash, reported yesterday at St Paul. He will be used when facing left handed pitchers against Indianapolis to bolster Carr roster depth.
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A B C Defeat Krell French Team 6 to 3
The A B C s defeated Krell French yesterday with a hard hitting 6 to 3 victory. The game showcased strong offense from A B C s and solid defense to hold Krell French to three runs.
Baseball matchups listed for major leagues and divisions
American Association fixtures include Indianapolis at Minneapolis Columbus at Milwaukee Toledo at Ragas City Louisville at St Paul National League NY at Pittsburg American League Philadelphia at Washington Chicago at Detroit St Louis at Cleveland Boston at New York Central League Zanesville at South Bend Evansville at Dayton Terre Haute at Grand Rapids Wheeling at Fort Wayne.
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Central League Baseball Scores Roundup
American Association games featured Indianapolis defeating St Paul 5 to 1 and Columbus posting a 7 to 3 win over Kansas City. Milwaukee beat Toledo 6 to 0 while Brooklyn toppled St Louis 9 to 3. Cincinnati won 7 to 3 against Boston as Chicago defeated New York 9 to 0. Detroit and Chicago tied 1 in a Central League summary noting Terre Haute 2 3 South Bend 0 1 and Wheeling 2 Dayton 4 with Fort Wayne 42 Evansville 2 3.
Detroit Beats Chicago 8 to 1 to Tie for First
Detroit moved into a share of the top spot by defeating Chicago 8 to 1. Burns was hitless early as Detroit struggled with three errors in the first two batters before settling. Killian received strong support. Jones pulled a muscle on a first base trip in the seventh and was sent to the hospital list.
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Split Doubleheader Ends Even in Kansas City
Kansas City and Columbus played a baseball double header with Columbus taking the first game 7 to 6 and Kansas City winning the second 10 to 3. Carter held Columbus to four hits in the opener.
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Manske Invincible as Milwaukee Triumphs 6 0
Manske pitched a dominant game for the Milwaukee team on August 16 at home, fanning ten. West struggled late as the home squad defeated them 6 to 0, with Barry delivering the standout batting performance.
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THD Gem Laundry Offers Family Wash and Ironing
Local laundry advertises family washings with rough dry by the pound and ironing on all flat pieces. Mentions Phenes 1671 as contact or reference.
Denison Advertises Dining Room and Music
Denison promotes an American plan dining room with Sunday dinners and music. The Denison Barber Shop is advertised as the best in town.
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Week of Diverse Sports Events Across Cities
This week features baseball matchups in Indianapolis, Minneapolis, and Louisville plus a Tennessee tournament in Detroit and Saratoga. Harness racing spans Ft. Erie and Davenport with Open races at Indianapolis Motor Speedway for auto events. Boxing bouts headline Philadelphia, Hazleton, Memphis, Calumet, Evansville, Houghton, Columbus, San Francisco, and New York cards with notable matchups.
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Bernhard Denies Managing Washington Next Year
Bernhard told reporters in Nashville that a report from Atlanta claiming he would manage the Washington team in the American League next season is untrue. He says he has received no offer from Washington or any other major league club.
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Breitenstein Hurls No-Run, No-Hit Game for New Orleans
Theodore Breitenstein, once with the St. Louis Browns, pitched a no-run, no-hit game for New Orleans against Montgomery. He faced Lively, the Southern league rival previously pursued by the Philadelphia Americans, and stood as the only Southern League pitcher this year to accomplish the feat.
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Minneapolis Wins On Two Bingles In Close Series
Minneapolis managed two hits off Thielman, with an error by Quinlan aiding the play. The lone run came in the first inning as the home team edged ahead in a series noted for its tight finishes.
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Boy's Body Recovered Near Aurora
The body of Fred Hermann, 19, was recovered in Lawrenceburg Indiana after drowning Saturday afternoon while swimming opposite Aurora. He was the son of Edward and Margaret Hermann.
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Ketchel Heads East to Meet Langford in Boxing Showdown
Stan ley Ketchel leaves Mendocino county for an eastern training camp for his bout with Sam Langford. He reports strict conditioning and a surprise for Langford, following Jeffries style methods in the mountains. Ketchel cites woodcutting and axe work as building his powerful arms and notes his weight gain.
Percy Smallwood Defeats St Yves in 12 Mile Race
Welsh champion Percy Smallwood proves his title by easily defeating Henry St Yves in a 12 mile contest at the ball park in Cincinnati last night.
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Wagner Heart Injury May Force Phillies Star From Play
Hans Wagner premier batter of the National League and Pittsburg star may quit the diamond due to heart muscle injury. His powerful hitting has helped Pittsburg maintain a comfortable lead in the pennant race.
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St Paul Wins Fourth Straight Over Indianapolis
St Paul extends winning streak to four as they topple Indianapolis 5 to 2 at Minneapolis. Lindaman outpitched Check while Kelley’s crew relied on multiple pitchers in a tense series that keeps the Champs in the running for September.
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BasKett Sold to Cleveland Americans by Chattanooga Manager
Chattanooga manager John ny Dobbs announced the sale of Jim Baskett, Chattanooga’s versatile man, to the Cleveland Americans for 1500 dollars, effective at season’s end.
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Liebhardt Traded From Columbus To Cleveland In Baseball Move
Columbus announces pitcher Glenna Liebhardt is traded from Columbus to Cleveland for pitcher Fred Link and outfielder Arthur Kruger. Liebhardt will join Cleveland after report. Kruger and Link to join Columbus after the deal. No financial terms released.
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Kid McCoy Eyes Way to Beat Heavyweights for Barry
New York Aug 4 Kid McCoy believes Jim Barry can conquer the heavyweight class and go to Australia where riches await. He weighs matchups against Palmer Squires Roach Lang Smith and Merv as easy opponents for Barry.
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Sullivan to Entertain Little Chicago Guests
Sullivan Indiana plans bring 42 children from crowded city districts to visit for an afternoon in August 1800. Most will be hosted in Sullivan homes with a few sent to the country for recreation during a two week stay.
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250 Workers Wanted at Packing Plant
Sheridan Packing company seeks 200 women and 50 men to join its plant workforce in Sheridan Indiana. Position ads published August 14.
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