Olagle Goes to Wall in Thirteenth
In Minneapolis Walter Slagle and Indianapolis faced a marathon game as the Millers won in the 13th inning on two hits and a sacrifice. Oyler scored the decisive run after a sacrifice by Quillen and a single by Downs, with Chadbourne's defense keying the late innings. The Millers hope to take the second two games in the series as Carr plans to start a left-hander against the champions.
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Barney Oldfield to Drive National Cars This Summer
Daredevil auto driver Barney Oldfield will attempt to break all world speed records this summer at the new speedway. He has hired National company to drive its cars and a special vehicle will be made for the mission aimed at conquering racing records with an American made machine.
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Widener’s Home lander Fourteenth in Prix Armagnac
In Paris yesterday J E Widener's home lander finished fourth in the Prix Armagnac at Saint-Quentin.
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Ketchel Papke Weighing Goal at 158 Pounds in Pact
Pittsburg reports Ketchel and Papke agreeing to 158 pounds for their clash as Coffroth works July 5. Strong crowd of 6000 at Duquesne Garden witnessed McGann's hard six round bout with Ketchel. Papke rejected lighter limits and pressed for equal purse share.
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Form Makes Johnson Choice Over O'Brien
Negro contender Johnson earns top billing over O'Brien as tallness reach and weight factor into decisions. Burns fight performance cited as stronger than O'Brien's showing.
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O'Brien
Cree Sets a Fast Pace in New York Outfield
Cree, known as Birdie, is the Yankees center fielder rising between Keeler and Engle. The Williamsport native hit .332 with 23 two-base hits and 3 homers last season, excelling in fielding and speed. A horticulturist by private life, Cree practices early morning calisthenics and is praised for earnestness and judgment.
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Johnson and O'Brien Set for Six Inning Philadelphia Bout
In a Philadelphia National Club six inning clash Jawn and Artha meet tonight with Artha favored to win without last at bat. Johnson boasts a long reach and catlike patience, having defeated Tommy Burns twice and outpointed a tough field, while O'Brien is quicker and lighter. If Johnson loses, his stock would fall. both fighters are clever, cautious, and ready to strike.
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Prize Fight Decried By Notre Dame Professor
In Chicago on May 19, Prof Joseph Monaghan formerly of Notre Dame condemned American prizefights as the most brutal and degrading spectacle among civilized nations, contrasting them with Spanish bullfights which he called splendid though tragic. He noted the British dog pit as a worse form and urged judging America by its prizefights.
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Leach Cross Marto Bout Set for May 25 at Fairmont A C
New York May 19 Leach Cross and Johnny Marto have been reached for a match on May 25 at the Fairmont A C. The bout pits two noted boxers as they prepare for a high profile confrontation at the New York venue.
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Silver Pass Presented by Boston Club To Taft
On May 19 Senator Lodge of Massachusetts presented to President Taft a silver plated pass from the Boston league club 10 Taft Washington. The pass grants the president and his family admission to the club games in Boston this summer. Taft plans to use the privilege while vacationing on the Massachusetts coast.
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Amateur Baseball Teams Seek Games Across Indiana
A serialized notice lists amateur clubs from Indianapolis to Newcastle seeking games with fast teams, including reserves at Connersville and junior and semi pro squads like the Newcastle club. It notes contact names, addresses, and open dates in late May and June, with preferences for strong opponents and return games.
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George C. Alley
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Klakers
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Edward Kueter
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Robison
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Bush
Pedlow
Goodnow
Nelson fixes up camp for lady visitors
In San Francisco on May 19 Battler Nelson led a cleaning effort at Millett's training camp. He and his crew swabbed the dusty gym while Globe-trotter Jack Grace, head of the condition department, joked about the hard labor. Nelson said the quarters are now fit for ladies to visit ahead of his bout with Dick Hyland.
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Milwaukee Triumphs In Exciting Eighth Inning Contest
Milwaukee edged its opponent 6 to 5 in an eighth inning rally sparked by Randall's two bagger singles from Clark and McCormick and a sacrifice fly by Hostetter. Hostetter batted for Manske to seal the win.
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Sports matchups in three major leagues listed by city
American Association games include Indianapolis at Minneapolis Columbus at Milwaukee Toledo at Kansas City Louisville at St Paul. National League clashes Cincinnati at New York Chicago at Philadelphia St Louis at Boston Pittsburg at Brooklyn. American League notes Washington at Cleveland Philadelphia at Detroit New York at St Louis Boston at Chicago. Central League matches Tevansville at South Bend Terre Haute at Fort Wayne Wheeling at Grand Rapids Zanesville at Darton.
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Yesterday's Scores From National and American Leagues
Scores from yesterday show Minneapolis defeating Indianapolis 1 0 and St Paul 6 Louisville 1. Milwaukee beat Columbus 6 5 while Toledo edged Kansas City 6 1. In the National League Chicago 3 Philadelphia 2 Cincinnati 4 New York 2 Pittsburg 8 Brooklyn 3 St Louis 3 Boston 1. In the American League New York 4 Cleveland 2 Boston 5 Detroit 3 Philadelphia 5 Chicago 6 Terre Haute 4 Fort Wayne 2 Wheeling 4 Grand Rapids 2 South Bend 10 Evansville 3 Dayton 4 Zanesville 3.
Russell and Herman Boxers Duel In Six Round Fight
Unk Russell and Billy Herman clashed at Douglas Athletic Club in Philadelphia. After a week of hard training Russell pressed the pace throughout all six rounds, delivering a fast contest that ended without a stoppage.
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Douglas Athletic Club
Hogg Hit Hard as St Paul Wins 6-1 in Game Two
St Paul struck Hogg hard in the fourth and fifth innings to win the second game of the series 6 to 1. Kilroy pitched effectively after the first inning.
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Foxy O'Brien Secures Higher Take in Mezama Fight
Philadelphia May 19 Jack McGuigan and Jack O'Brien outmaneuvered Jack Johnson in a purse dispute ahead of their next Wednesday night bout. Johnson offered 5000 dollars or nothing, but O'Brien insisted on a share of gate receipts. McGuigan conceded, paving the way for O'Brien to likely earn over seven dollars per gate. Tickets are selling at a premium as the indoor arena prepares for a likely all time crowd. O'Brien trains intensely and aims to outpoint the Negro in the six round match.
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Jack McGuigen
Jack O'Brien
Jack Johnson
Johnson
McGuigan
Segro
Orien Fit for Battle in Heavyweight Title Bout
Philadelphia May 19 Jack Johnson trained for the bout with Jack O'Brien and predicted a walkaway win. Johnson said he was in peak condition and would deliver the fight of his life when he enters the ring at the National A C tonight. O'Brien completed his prep with a three mile run and plans to arrive in the city late this afternoon with his crew. Johnson weighed between 147 and 150 pounds in his fighting attire.
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Jack O’brien
O'Brien
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McGraw to Loge Out as Giants Head
New York May 19 The tenure of John J. McGraw as nominal manager of the New York National League club is ending due to policy clashes with owner John T Brush. McGraw may be retained this season only if another club signs him or the contract is mutually terminated, while his authority over the team’s direction is disputed amid a poor season and player disaffection. Brush and McGraw's strained relation and McGraw's potential departure threaten New York's pennant hopes for 1918.
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John J. McGraw
National League Baseball Club
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John T. Brush
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McGrew
Double steal wins in first inning for Toledo run
Two hits ended a double steal by Hinchman and Hicknan in the first inning, giving Toledo the only run of yesterday's game. The locals had most hits but were too scattered to be effective. Bliss native herbs, and Denison Hotel dining, Sunday dinners a specialty.
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