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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1914
Page
10
June 12 Chicago reports one spectator, President B. B. Johnson, believed Joe Benz deserved a no hit game at Comiskey Park after Benz pitched Wednesday. The account notes Ainsmith’s involvement in the game and a postgame remark from the president.
An advertisement touts a freckle removal remedy by O. T. Erhart offering a money back guarantee. Consumers are urged to buy ethine double strength and apply it to achieve a clear complexion with minimal usage.
Johnson could amend the official report to avert an error but may not. Reporters split on whether he will act, reflecting divisions among newspaper men about the safe hit incident and its consequences.
In New York on June 12 Al McCoy fought Billy Murray at Stadium Athletic Club. McCoy closed Murray's eye but offered little real fight as Murray sought to force action. Murray received a mourning eye and battered nose, while the bout lacked the expected rough tactics.
Willie Jones of Brooklyn admitted he was outboxed by Johnny Griffith in Akron last night. The scheduled twelve round lightweight bout ended in five rounds when referee stopped the fight to protect Jones. Griffith led throughout and nearly scored a knockout before the stoppage.
Miss Amelia Summerville sued for 5000 after a wash basin fell in her bedroom and damaged her symmetry. The court dismissed the claim. In London J Conlan faced the judge, confessing drunkenness and being bound over. Five policemen saved a cat from a sewer in New York. In Chicago students drenched university president Nouros mistaking him for a book agent. In Sandusky reddish brown snakes threaten a lovers lane area. In Lorain Steve Urban admitted stealing stone steps weighing a ton to have something to do and was fined 19.
June 12 New York report says American and British fours train with light gallops ahead of Meadow Brook match tomorrow. Captain Leslie St George Cheape, though eye bruised from a recent accident, is expected to play. A brisk crowd of about 40 000 is anticipated for the cup start with betting heavy on the series and first game.
Matty the Peerless showered after Cubs attack for five runs in the sixth, Phils upset Reds hurler Yingling in the ninth on Cravath’s homer. Maranville’s 13 chances at short led Braves to beat Pirates. Steen’s pitching powered Naps over Macks. Joe Jackson had three singles. Tigers won without Cobb. Wheat homered for Dodgers. Lalee led Cards. Falkenberg beat league leaders for Indianapolis Feds. Seaton beat Seaton’s Tiptops in Chicago 5 to 3. Faber held Senators before collapse.
Bids to supply coal or coke for the Court House Jail and Poor Farm are due by noon June 27 1914 at the County Clerk's office. Specify grade and price for about 2090 tons to be delivered to the court house and jail and 100 tons on board near the poor farm. Committee on Buildings and Grounds reserve the right to reject any or all bids.
In Philadelphia on June 12 Miss Mary Browne, the women's lawn tennis champion, faces contenders Miss Marie Wagner and Miss Clare Cassell of New York as they advance toward the challenge round. Wagner easily defeated Mrs. Edward Raymond, Pennsylvania and Eastern champion, and Cassell beat Miss Isabelle Pendleton of Cincinnati.
The Dietz Auto Garage and Repair Shop and the Dietz Auto Livery announce relocation to 209 211 State Street. They offer car washing and storage at reasonable prices with 24 hour service and telephone access via the two listed numbers.
Standings show Milwaukee leading the American Association with 27 wins and 21 losses. Indianapolis 29 25. Cleveland 27 26. Kansas City 27 28. Minneapolis 23 26. American League leaders include Philadelphia 28 18 and Washington 28 20. National League features New York 20 16 and Cincinnati 20 20. Federal League ponds Baltimore 25 04 and Pittsburgh 7 2. Yesterday’s results include Columbus 4 Milwaukee 1 and Cleveland 12 Kansas City 7. Next games list matches across leagues with multiple city pairings.
Col. H. C. Dodge, Colorado railroad pioneer and millionaire, rejected a Black Hand letter delivered to his porch demanding $20,000 by midnight. Police guard the millionaire as authorities investigate the threat.
Jim Vaughn limited the New York Giants to five hits while the Chicago Cubs won 7 to 4. Chicago scored in six innings including a rough sixth against Mathewson. Batteries Vaughn Bresnah an and Mathewson Fromme and Meyers.
Detroit wins 7 to 5 over Boston after late scoring spree. Foster and Thomas lead Detroit with strong hitting while Davis and Stanage contribute for Boston. Beehling Henry Faber Schalk combine on Chicago loss to Washington in another game.
Review of multiple baseball scores shows Be n Pittsburg scoring late, Buffalo beating Kansas City 4 3 with Ford and Black battery. Brooklyn outslugged Chicago 5 3 after Seaton Land and Hendrix Wilson behind. Baltimore paces Indianapolis in doubleheader with 5 10 and 6 11 scorelines, Kaiserling Falkenberg Rariden involved.
Studebaker touts the SIX as superior through heat treated steels and strict manufacturing methods. It claims best American makers produce matched parts, tested and analyzed before acceptance, ensuring perfect alignment, balance, and freedom from vibration. Read the Studebaker Proof Book for details.
Report lists Smith and Jacklitsely Mosely and Rariden as battery makers tied to the Baltimore Indianapolis entries.
In La Crosse County Wisconsin probate court the estate of Pail Baumgartner late of Campbell town is administered Emelia Baumgartner is named administrator Notice to creditors six months from May 19 1914 to file claims and a December 1 1914 hearing at 10 AM in La Crosse Court House to examine and adjust all claims Dated May 19 1914 Judge John Brindley W F A C Wolfe Attorneys for Estate
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