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Newspaper
La Crosse Tribune
Location
La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1920
Page
8
Cleveland, Ohio reports the Indians routed the Athletics five to two as Courtney allowed five hits in a strong pitching performance. The win kept Cleveland atop the standings, while Philadelphia’s loss tightened the race. Ruth and the Yankees toppled the Tigers thirteen to six with Ruth going hitless.
New York reporters note Columbia University began football practice under Buck O'Neill, ex-Calgary and Syracuse, with about fifty candidates. nearby, New York University also opened practice with similar turnout as the season begins amid coach chatter and early prep.
Nelsons protested after Wall's ninth inning hit with Brack River Falls, prompting the Nelsons to leave the field with one out in the final frame. Nine was 5 3 at the time as Falls held advantage. Nelsons claimed the ball was fair but officials ruled otherwise. Nelsons had seven hits off starter Frake, while Brack River Falls pitcher Wityke struck out seven as the game ended 5 3 in Falls’ favor.
The La Crosse Rifle Club holds its second practice led by Boberge with Gurrie and Du Braks close behind. They expect to beat the Tomah club later this month, though admit current scores must improve. Scores reach 500 yards. names include Gurrie Dudruks Mclachlan Iverson Tompson Spaffard Phillips and Jesse. A motion to hold ladies and boys tournaments gains quick support for official action at an upcoming meeting.
Welterweight world champion Reynolds to oppose local grappler Webber in a scheduled match at Yeoman hall on Monday September 20. Reynolds, famed for holds and speed, arrives in town after a bout in Vinton Iowa with Risberg. Webber, in training three weeks, seeks to claim the world title in La Crosse, promising to side with fans for a tough night of grappling.
Major and minor league notes list games in American League, National League, and American Association. Headlines highlight midseason impact from star acquisition Banny Bancroft for the Giants and Boston Braves signing catcher Frank Gibson from the Texas League Grizzlies.
Brooklyn in Brooklyn Sept 18 rallying past Chicago 5 3. Grimes led Superbas support by teammates Bailey Vaughn O Warren Miller. Vaughn steady until Schmndt’s triple, then Grimes hit hard. Score 6 to 0? Batteries Bailey Vaughn O Warren Grimes and Miller. In New York St Louis Giants rallied late but fell 6 to 3. Haines pitched well for St Louis while Young was safe at first before being retired. Boston 4 St Louis 7 as Hepp and Menosky powered a late surge. Hoyt’s wildness faded but Boston held on for 4 4 victory. Batteries Hoyt Gilder Sothoron Severaid.
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