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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1910
Page
6
In Philadelphia on October 18 the Cubs’ Mordecai Brown faced Jack Coombs as Chicago aimed to even the world series against the Philadelphia Athletics. After a big Cubs loss, anticipation ran high with Philadelphians favored 10 to 8 as gates opened at Shibe Park.
Behind gates at Bloomington Indiana players worked through a long signal drill for Saturdays Wisconsin clash in Indianapolis. Berndt may play briefly while Hutchins warns to beware Pete Pierce. Arrangements include special trains and a large Thursday yell fest to boost team spirit.
The Wisconsin Badgers held a secret practice session winding down with an hour of signals before scrimmaging freshmen. Coach Barry voiced dissatisfaction with Monday's effort and warned that continued lack of spirit could lead to a defeat by Indiana.
Urbana Illinois October 18 Captain Rutger reports Illinois eleven rested after the Chicago game with training resuming for Indiana. Illinois skips Purdue and views Bloomington battle as trial. Hall and Lindgren will watch the Indians play Wisconsin Saturday. Hoosiers seen as stubborn foe though Illini optimistic.
A compilation of expert opinions on the opening game highlights Ben Bender's pitching, Frank Baker's hitting, and Mack's deft infield defense for the Athletics. Critics praise Bender's mastery, Baker's offense, and the Cubs' challenge, with leaders predicting a series outcome favoring the Athletics.
The Inter-State association post-season shoot at the Indianapolis gun club began Tuesday with amateurs shooting 1200 targets and professionals needing 90 percent in two of ten handicaps. The event lists 409 amateurs and 34 professionals. Eight events at 25 targets each and one event of 25 pairs total 250 targets. The pro match, the first day’s marquee, was won by Lester S. German of Aberdeen Maryland after a close race with R. O. Heikes of Dayton.
The local National League team and the New York Americans played ten innings Monday in New York City and darkness halted play with the game tied 5 to 5.
Attendance official at Forbes Field for Meg event shows 26,891 with total receipts 87,424.50. National commission earns 8,747.45, players receive 20,209.23, and club owners 13,472.82. Last year attendance was 20,264 and total receipts 40,872.50.
Two pitchers who will likely oppose each other in the world championship series are Mordecai Brown of the Chicago Cubs and "Chief" Bender of the Philadelphia Athletics. Brown, famed for his hook curve, thrives under pressure, while Bender starred in 1905 and led this year’s opening game. Brown is expected to pitch Tuesday against Coombs.
Charles Bender says he used more stuff against the Cubs than any game since his debut, mixing deliveries to keep Chance's batters off balance. Jeyl Overall and Manager Mack praise Bender's mix and arm, while Chance predicts the Athletics will win the series despite a strong showing by Bender and the Pirates.
George Mullin notes the Chicago Cubs lost 4 1 to the Philadelphia Athletics in the opening World Series game at Shibe Park. He argues the Cubs will fight harder Tuesday, but acknowledges Mack’s Athletics gained momentum and the Cubs were outpitched.
Chief Bender dazzled for the Indians in a opening title clash, with Baker backing him as the pair outsparkled the Cubs. Only five balls reached the outfield, and with flawless support the Indians could have pitched a shutout.
New York, Oct 17. Jack Johnson declares he will seek the fastest car in France if unable to defeat Barney Oldfield in the Sheepstead Bay match race. He arrives from Scranton with fifteen automobiles greeting him and plans immediate train travel to the contest. He also tributes Ketchel as a great fighter.
New York October 18 Yankees and Giants battled ten innings to a 5 to 5 tie in the fourth game of the series. Russell Ford exited after being knocked out early, replaced by Hughes who pitched well before Warhop finished the ninth. The game ended at darkness after ten innings.
Leo Houck won the wind up over Emmy Gardner before a big crowd at the National Athletic Club in Philadelphia on Monday night. Frank Loughrey and Joe Heffernan boxed to a hard draw at the West Ward club the same evening.
A large East Ohio street crowd watched a postseason game via The Sun scoreboard with heated interest. National league supporters voiced regret at the finish but remained optimistic about future contests as Chicago’s pennant chances appeared diminished. Bender dominated the Cubs, and every game of the series was displayed on the scoreboard.
Richmond Ind Oct 18 Coach Phez Thistlethwaite drilled Earlham footballers in a hard signal practice reviewing the Cincinnati game where the Quakers faded in the second half. Practice this week includes signal work and light scrimmage ahead of Wilmington game next Saturday and a plan to test new plays for Butler in three weeks.
Readable fragments show teams like Philadelphia Chicago Cleveland Cincinnati and New York Giants Yankees in a World’s Championship Series context. The text also references standings with Penns, losses, and a note on the Ohio Championship Series involving Cincinnati Cleveland and a 3 3 record.
Chicago bettors kept the Cubs as favorites in the world series, despite a Game 1 loss. Odds in Jim O’Leary’s poolroom shifted from 5 to 5 to 7 to 10 for the Cubs and 6 to 5 for the Athletics after the game, with no heavy wagers beyond one $200 bet.
Gas City fans learned the Jonesboro Ramblers cancelled the Sunday game after center Hampton Cray converted at a revival. Cray quit football, took a borrowed Bible and walked the town with it, saying this is my football. No substitute could be found and the match was canceled.
Charles Callender lost two falls to Charles Olson in the exhibition at Tomlinson hall on Monday night. Bill Egler of Brazil fell twice to a “Terrible Turk.” Young Olson defeated Kid Ross of Fort Wayne. The bout advertised between Al Aker man and Billy Shober did not take place.
St. Louis oct 18 The successor to John OConnor who was released as manager of the American league club has not been chosen, according to President Hedges Monday He said he knew nothing of the signing of Fielder Jones formerly of the Chicago team.
In London on Monday night Digger Stanley defeated ex bantam champion Joe Bowker in the eighth round before the National Sporting Club. The bout was for the bantam championship of Great Britain with a $5,000 purse.
Charles R. Cummings a Bisbee Arizona pitcher 5 feet 11 inches tall and right handed has been purchased by the Indianapolis baseball team. He comes highly recommended and is regarded as a promising youngster in professional circles.
In Memphis on October 18 Battling Hurley fought Young Hayes of Chicago to a hard eight round draw. Cannon Mitchell stopped Kid Harris in eight rounds for a knockout victory.
Cleveland defeated Cincinnati 7 to 5 on Monday to tie the series for the Ohio championship. The deciding game will be played in Cincinnati on Tuesday.
Wonderful control and effectiveness of Chief Bender. Brilliant playing of the Athletic in field. Clever pitching of McIntire. Running catch by Shephard just in front of the crowd. Consistent hitting of Baker, who drove got two doubles and a single in four times up. Game rally of Cabs in ninth, soon stopped by Bender. Tremendous crowd, perfectly handled.
C E Van Loan notes Charles Albert Bender the Chippewa Canary lights out for the Athletics in a 4 1 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Harry McIntire shines with a four inning no hit spell before Cubs rally just short. Overall struggles as Bender finishes strong to seal first blood for the White Elephants.
New York Oct 18 Johnson trains at Sheepshead Bay for Thursday race with Barney Oldfield. Spectators expect a decisive run and likely dramatic outcome. Oldfield adopts five mile heats aiming to outpace Johnson, with winner joining the all star tour to replace Jim Jeffries.
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