Elberfeld Declares Lajoie Hardest Hitter In Baseball
In a Cleveland hotel recounting during a series in the city, Hall of Fame level players praise Nap Lajoie as the hardest hitter in the game. A description of a moment when Lajoie hit a line drive that struck a fielder's glove and caromed into the air, with others acknowledging his power.
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Elberfeld
New York
Washington
Ene
Kyl
Lajoie
Fairiyy
Cleveland
Clark Griffith
Larry
Stumps Strike Every Team
The Pirates suffer from batting slumps affecting several regulars at once, a common seasonal pattern. Fans judge by final scores, not blaming hard luck or outplayed foes, while pitchers and hitters struggle, and calmer, phlegmatic players tend to recover faster.
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Pirates
Gibson
Hans Wagner
Slong
Why Sam Langford Remains In Australia
Australian promoter Hugh McIntosh accuses Sam Langford of delaying return to America due to legal entanglements and debt disputes. McIntosh claims Langford and Joe Woodman are tied up in lawsuits, with Woodman described as prone to borrowing and gambling, affecting Langford's freedom to travel.
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Sam Langford
Australia
Hugh Mcoy
T. P Magtiligan
San
America
Magiligan
Hole
McVey
S Langford
Hide
Mr. McIntosh
Eay
Langford
Jack Johnson
Jack
John
Lang
MicIntosh
Joe Woodman
McIntosh
Jmenenent
Woodman
Fiat
Longest Baseball Drive Recalled From 1888 Chicago
The article discusses famed long hits, noting Irvin McDowell and Willie McGill in Chicago in 1888. It describes a home run on an open field carried by strong winds, with observers estimating about 690 feet after three plays to return it to the diamond.
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Boston
California
Chicago
1888
Irvin McDowell
Willie McGill
Dietames
Passes to Cobb Affects Batting Order In Baseball Era
The piece argues pitchers rarely forced to pitch to Cobb and other star batters. It notes deliberate passing of hitters hurts teams, shifts burden to players like Veach, and quotes Manager Jennings saying no rule bans such passes. It discusses fan anger and the idea of ending the practice.
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Cobb
Jackson
Lajoie
Collins
Baker
Bobby Veach
Robert
Tyrus
Veach
Tigers
Jennings
Bobby Byrne’s Rise From Catcher to Pirates Third Baseman
This profile recounts Bobby Byrne’s early years with Shreveport and the Pirates, highlighting his small frame, grit, and pivotal switch from catcher to third base after a scouting visit. It notes his stubborn resolve to play through pain and his later reputation among fans and teammates.
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Bobby Byrne
Pittsburgh Pirates
St. Louis
Shreveport
Byrne
McCloskey
Cardinals
Bobby
Cardinal
Pirates
Robert
Carl Morris on the value of a good boxing manager
Sapulpa engineer Carl Morris argues that a boxer's manager controls much of his success by guiding business and conditioning. He cites Johnny Kilbane Jim Dunn, Johnny Coulon and warns poor managers can cause harm as in cases like Gans and Hall. He recalls Palzer and O'Rourke exploiting ringside directions in a coast fight.
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Carl Morris
Sapulpa
Boxer
Johnny Kilbane
Johnny
Jimmy Dunn
Johnny Coulon
O'Rourke
Palzer
McCarty
Palser
Dubuc Credit Slow Ball Three-Delivery Pitching
Detroit pitcher Jean Dubuc explains his success with a three-motion delivery for his slow ball curve and fast ball. He credits Notre Dame training for control and says his method reduces arm strain while surprising batters with a lefty friendly angle. Hugh Jennings notes Dubuc’s sole responsibility for the technique.
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Jean Dubuc
Detroit
Notre Dame College
Jean
Dubuc
Hugh Jennings
Hugh
Famous four baggers fill memory of early baseball days
A nostalgic catalog lists legendary home runs by stars such as Hans Wagner Wilson Lange and Baker. It recalls shots at Pittsburgh St Louis Washington Cleveland Cincinnati and Detroit along with notable mishaps like a window shattered and a coal car contain ball. The piece highlights the era's booming power and memorable park anecdotes.
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Hans Wagner
Pittsburgh
Chief Wilson
St. Louis Cardinal
Gus Williams
St. Louis
Alva Williams
Buddy Ryan
Washington
Naps
Bill” Lange
Cincinnati
Bud McLean
Jake Stihl
Hot Springs
Billy Alvord
Cleveland
Baker
Christy Mathewson
Red” Ames
Polo’ Grounds
Heinie Zierman
Cy Seymours
Boston
New York
Nap Lajoie
League Park
Somers’ Park
Mike Tiernan
Cleveland Park
Frank Bakers
Walter Johnson
Miller Huggins
Hug
Fred Clarke
Tigers
Joe Jackson’s departure reshaped Athletics title hopes
An opinion notes that Connie Mack letting Joe Jackson go to Cleveland boosted the AL. It claims Jackson’s presence would have changed the Athletics’ chances to win the pennant in the last three years.
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American League
Connie Mack
Joe Jackson
Cleveland
Mack
Athletics
Baseball Managers Have Hard Tasks
Baseball managers face tough duties beyond giving orders. Players with temperaments like Marquard Zimmerman Cobb and Shafer challenge leaders, often after brief flashes of brilliance. Fan hero worship fuels egos, leading to rule breaking and clashes that hurt teams.
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Evers
Zimmerman
Zim
Chicago
Tom
McGraw
Marquard
Shafer
Pacific Slope
Walter Johnson Explains His Work Ethic On Farm Life
The pitcher Walter Johnson credits his success to a farm upbringing in Kansas. He says he works harder in winter than any other player, rising before daybreak to feed stock, then returns to farm chores and eats a hearty breakfast before another long day.
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Walter Johnson
Kansas
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Cubs
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Preas’ Assoc
American Press Association
Star Twirler
John McGraw
Rube Marquard
Arthur Shafer
Charley Dooin
Earl Moore
Sherwood Magee
Johnny Evers
Heinis Zimmerman
Hughey Jennings
Tyrus Raymond Cobb
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