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Newspaper
Ismay
Location
Ismay, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1910
Page
5
Cubs legend Chance commentates on the value of brains and hard work in baseball. He emphasizes constant practice, study of opponents, weather and pitcher conditions, risk taking at bat and on the bases, and teamwork over individual glory as the formula for Cubs’ past success.
A lively debate among baseball men centers on which position is hardest. Mullin and Donovan spar over catchers and pitchers while others include infielders, outfielders, and the trainer as the busiest member of a team. The exchange ends with the trainer praised for early starts and late duties.
The report states President Lynch bars photographers from the field during games. He criticizes papers for seeking players in action and suggests they must obtain access through the American League.
The report notes Barrett showing improved power and accuracy with Milwaukee. Early work in the season is fast and steady, with emphasis on strength and consistent hitting.
Chicago White Sox owner Charles Comiskey declares Ty Cobb the greatest of all time in a Chicago newspaper signed piece. The piece notes Cobb's modesty, Cobb's game winning hit, and quotes Cubs' Johnny Evers and manager Frank Chance on other great players. It recounts Chance's firm views on Kling, Needham's rise, and Kling's possible return amid behind the scenes club tensions.
Barney Briceland will umpire in the Central league this season and is described as the smallest indicator holder on any ball field in the country. He stands under five feet tall, is light in weight, and has grit. A native of East Liverpool, Ohio, he worked in the Ohio Pennsylvania league as a substitute and once held an indicator in a western league.
Manager McAleer relies on Tri-State talent to lift Washington out of a slump. At least eight stars from Carpenter's league including Ressling Gray Ung laud Miller Street Crooks Ohio and Lelivelt have competed in the circuit.
Two noted figures, Basemark Calhoun and Billy Keister, once prominent in baseball, are now tied to Williamsport in the Tri-State League. The fragment hints at drawn salaries and a gala or gallery event tied to team activities and local figures.
Dr. Frank Crane cites a Bible verse about a merry heart as medicine and shares the Happy Man’s Shirt tale. He argues joy aids health, warns against worry, and urges confronting troubles with faith and laughter.
Jefferson Jones learns a distant benefactor in Snajcreek rescue left him a fortune of over a million dollars. Janet Nifton and her father reveal the bequest after years of hardship for Jones, renewing his hope for a future beyond his board and jobless state.
Florence notes say Italy refused to buy the Paganini collection for financial reasons. If no rescuer buys and keeps it intact, the granddaughter of Niccolo Paganini will sell medals decorations jewelry bow instruments manuscripts in a public sale in the city. The letter questions Italy’s patriotism for letting treasures scatter.
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