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Newspaper
Logan Nation
Location
Logan, Utah, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1903
Page
7
A guide to simple feats using sun light through a bottle thread cut with heat a jug trap for small animals a thimble game and an electrifying deception. It explains safe setup and spectator handling for amateur magic and playful misdirection.
A brief note describes a party trick using a cane that seems to obey orders. It hinges on the well known fact that all bodies contain some electricity, guiding the illusion for entertaining young friends at a gathering.
A brief guide describes a sleight of hand prank using a lit match held at arm's length. The performer pretends to blow out the flame by directing air along the sleeve and around the body, but the effect is created by snapping the nail at the match end at the precise moment. Practice privately before revealing to others.
A playful observation notes that turning five mice upside down yields five men in a riddle style comparison. The fragment hints at wordplay challenging perceptions without detailing any event or source.
A fragmented old illustration describes a teacher struck by a crowd of boys on a hill. The scene shows the teacher bent with a sling and students flying into the air, with a crude guide to cutting and rearranging the image to reveal the scene’s details.
Tim Murnane notes that the American association plans to place a Chicago club, risking a major league feud. Meanwhile the Interstate Baseball League forms in Chicago with ten clubs, April 27 to October 14, 12 players per club, $100 dues, seeking National Association of Minor Leagues affiliation.
President Pat Powers says the Eastern league may push a Baltimore team next season and hints at expanding into Washington. He cites Detroit’s player moves as proof such territory incursions could follow, and notes any city drops would be decided later after a peace conference and player acquisitions.
George Tebeau of the Louisville club voices aims to place a club in Chicago while threatening to fight the combined American and National Leagues over the American association. He notes his club is part of the National Association of Minor Leagues, a player and territory trust like group. He expresses hope for future action.
Enoree pursues action against major leagues in court alleging violations of antitrust law. Case aims to curb monopolistic practices and restore competition in crucial markets. Officials signal intent to press for remedies and sanctions.
Writerm notes no change planned in the baseball clubs circuit. Chicago will not be invaded and St Paul Minnesota will enjoy another season of high class professional baseball. The eight-city circuit likely retained: Columbus, Toledo, Indianapolis, Louisville, Milwaukee, and others in the east.
Pitcher Jimmy Callahan of the White Sox endorses a new foul strike rule. He suggests drawing a line through the heart of the home plate to the field, calling balls striking on or in front a strike and those landing behind a foul. The proposal will be considered by the joint committee on playing rules.
The Toledo club may be moved to Chicago replacing St Paul as the association weighs changes. St Paul president Lennon opposes a move, while Toledo owner Strebel and Milwaukee leaders Havener Cantillon favor shifting a club to Chicago, with a decision expected at the meeting.
The Southern Illinois Colored Base ball League is organized with clubs in Carbonvale Centralia Cuatro Murphyabor e Duquoin Danville Haat St Louis and Jackson Tennessee.
The article notes Hoy’s wavering on minor league play after retirement and his signing with Los Angeles of the outlaw Pacific Coast League. Cincinnati owner Fischmann bets Ed Hanlon on a Manhattan ground. New Orleans catcher Abbott must return $100 advance before playing in Cleveland. McGraw plans to end pony rides, citing clashing with miners. Breghnahan marries Adaleen Tidke in Toledo on February 4. Phyle may join Milwaukee in outfield after years as a pitcher in Chicago and New York.
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