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Newspaper
Maurice Times
Location
Maurice, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1917
Page
5
Arnold Rothstein says wagering on baseball is greatly exaggerated and that daily betting is light. He notes few large offers, cites a $50,000 bet on McGraw's team with only $15,000 covered, and says most bets are small with little money on the American league race.
Rollo Zeider is proving a handy man for the Cubs with versatile infield range and sharp batting. Once with the White Sox and then the Yankees, he faced medical hardship and underwent surgery to remove bunions, a turning point that revealed his true talent after hospitalization.
Manager Jimmy Callahan of the Pirates predicts international baseball will emerge after the war as nations settle. He recalls London round the world tours where British spectators preferred cricketlike fielding and base running, and believes two teams abroad could spark strong interest and growth for the sport.
The first month of the 1917 major league season yields four no hit games by pitchers, a new mark. Historical records show 1908 had the most in a single year with six no hitters, four in the American and two in the National League.
Harry Gowdy of the Boston Braves enlists in the Ohio National Guard as a private, sacrificing a $6,000 salary. A towering, blond catcher and leader, Gowdy gained fame as the 1914 World Series batting hero and remains a storied figure in baseball for his character and service.
Ray Chapman returns to form boosting the Indians. He hits over .300, fields brilliantly and adds many extra-base hits. He leads in stolen bases and is tied for second in runs batted in and overall getting on base. His speed on the bases is remarkable after past injuries.
A jumble of baseball notes highlights players and managers across leagues. References include Guy Morton’s return for the Cleveland staff, Mule Watson with the Cardinals, Ty Cobb’s hits for Detroit, Casey Stengel guiding the Dodgers, and Bob Bescher’s speed in the NL.
Frederick G. Lieb argues in the New York Sun that winning extra innings defines a top club. He notes the Athletics and Cubs excel in extras, while the Giants falter at Polo Grounds after nine innings, their nerves contributing to an inning jinx.
Dr. J T Dinwoodie of South Dakota State College warns that feeding carcasses of diseased animals to hogs spreads illness and harms animal health. He urges burning as the only reliable disposal method, noting burial does not destroy pathogens or toxins.
A rustic guide urges hog owners to inspect hogs for lice when they rub against fences and show skin disease. Use medicated or crude oil and hog oilers to rub oil on itchy areas, killing lice without harming hogs. Long term savings through reduced feed loss are noted.
Missouri Valley Farmer article explains a portable rack design using 2 by 12 runners, 2 by 6 cross pieces, and 2 by 4 uprights. The rack is 12 feet wide with 1 by 6 boards as flooring and ends, braced as needed. It aims to keep hay or straw from wasting and can be scaled in height.
The article warns that too much salt given to livestock can be poisonous and cause sudden deaths in poultry, cows, and horses. It advises keeping salt available but feeding sparingly to avoid salt hunger and overdose.
Mr. Peters, animal husbandman at the North Dakota Experiment Station, urges provision for young pigs to take exercise after six or seven days old. He says feed should start at about five weeks, recommending a thin mixture of aborts and skim milk as suitable nourishment.
A extract on starting and stopping marches with pace 120 steps per minute. It explains commands for forward march halt mark time and incline, plus how to fit a recruit into unit cadence and maintain precise, unified movement. It emphasizes left foot first and smooth, coordinated execution.
Instruction on rapid maneuvering of troops using marching commands. Describes moving pivots, column and line shifts, and precise directional changes from right, left, oblique, and rear movements. Emphasizes quick, exact responses to commands and maintaining cadence during transitions.
The text explains how commanders must give clear two part commands preparatory and execution. It stresses rising intonation for preparation and a sharp pistol shot like execution, with a short interval between the two commands. Signals and orders vary by method and occasion.
A railway carriage scene leads a woman to test intoxication theories by filming her husband with a kinematograph. Relatives witness the mute subject on screen and, as he disappears, his brother tracks him to a club where he drinks heavily, unveiling a secret pattern of alcoholism.
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