Keep the Beast Across the Sea Warning on Prussian Aggression
A published piece by John Reed Scott argues that Prussian warfare embodies brutality, denying honor, and warns Americans not to misjudge Germany or trust in a peaceful postwar settlement. It condemns Prussia’s leaders and history, urging vigilance against invasion or conquest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Reed Scott
Committee On Public Information
Washington
Quay
Europe
Prussia
Atlantic
Lee Fohl the boxer's past mirrors modern baseball tact
Indians manager Lee Fohl once boxed and trained as a young fighter. He enjoyed boxing bouts and traveled to watch matches in Pittsburgh Homestead and New Kensington Pa. He can still handle his fists when needed.
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Lee Fohl
Indians
Lee
Fohl
Pittsburgh
Homestead
New Kensington
Bezdek Shown Results as Pirates Face Better Season
Hugo Bezdek, manager of the Pittsburgh Nationals, is a former football player and coach who led a weak team after James J. Callahan was deposed. Under Bezdek the Pirates improved and may secure a first division berth this year, with a strong personality and proven ability to develop teamwork and fight spirit.
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Hugo Bezdek
Pittsburgh Nationals
Chicago University
Arkansas University Eleven
Oregon Aggies
Bezdek
James J. Callahan
Callahan
Pirate
Hugo
Ren
Pirates
Athletics Chief Predicts Tight AL Pennant Race
Connie Mack leader of the Athletics states the American League title fight will involve at least three teams not just one. He notes the Red Sox lead due to strong pitching but expects other teams to rise, and says the A’s may have more to say about the winner than some expect.
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Frederick the Great
Fritz
America
Hes
Bliff
Hohenzollern
Maris Theresa
Bismarckx
France
William
Prussia
Europe
Pershing
William “Sparrow” Robertson
M. OG
Jack McGee
Bowdoin
Frank Quinby
Dave Fultz
Baseball Players’ Fraternity
Connie Mack
Athletics
Red Sox
Baseball notes from camps and leagues in wartime times
Tex Crosby and other players are drafted or serving as details emerge from camps. Hank Severeid recovers from pneumonia in Shreveport hospital. A shift in personnel includes Elmer Smith directing baseball at Camp Sherman and St. Paul’s Mike Keiley arranging infielders. Christy Mathewson tests Lee Magee while Andrew Keefe is wounded in France. Johnny Kling coaches army baseball while not enlisted.
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Catcher Hank
Shreveport
Grover Alexander
Camp Fucston
Johnny Kling
Kling
Army
Little Baseball Betting Comes From New York Fans
New York fans wager little money on baseball this year with many predicting the Giants to win the National League. They admit they know little about the American League and the draft.
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New York
Giants
Bayrs Seeks Postseason Series Between Leagues
Providence club manager Eddie Bayrs of the Eastern league proposes a post season between the pennant winners of the Eastern and the new International leagues to decide a champion.
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Eddie Bayrs
Providence Club
Yankee service flag grows with six stars added
The New York Yankees flag lists six stars for enrolled club members in a broader race. Named connected players include Crpt TLL Houston, Bob Shawger, Ray Fisher, Walter Smallwood, Howard Camp and Frank Rena the latter an outfielder with Providence last season who was drafted by the Yanks.
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New York Yankees
Lee Tag
Crpt
Tll Huston
Bob Shawger
Ray Fisher
Walter Smallwood
Howard Camp
Frank Rena
Providence
Seesonabé
Yanks
Rookie Shortstops Get Annual Tryouts in 1918
The 1918 season sees several clubs testing new shortstops as aging veterans depart. Charley Hollacher emerges for the Cubs after a strong Coast League season, while Russell Blackburn of the Reds seeks another major league chance after a famed but inconsistent White Sox run. Walter Gerber, from Columbus, also pushes for a big league spot with a strong track record. Dugan, Athletics’ new shortstop, captained Holy Cross and is aimed at becoming a major contributor.
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Cubs
Charley Hollacher
Portland
Russell Blackburn
White Sox
Cincinnati Reds
Russell
Helder
Toronto
Leng
Walter Gerber
St. Louis Browns
Tate
Pirates
Blackburn
Columbus
Dugan
Holy Grass College
Mack
Barry
Tinker Retires From Active Baseball After Season
Joe Tinker announces retirement from playing with the Columbus club and will manage from the bench this season. He believes his playing days are over and only a pinch could bring him back. Evers near retirement and Chance has been out of the game for years.
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Tric
Tinker
Evers
Chance
Joe Sinker
Columbus Club
American Association
Joe
Frank Chance
Zeller Seeks Army Commission After Eastern Era
Yack Zeller, once a prominent magnate in the old Eastern association, is pursuing a course toward appointment to a commission in the army. He follows a noted career shift from industry leadership to military service.
Ellroy Family Sons Enlist in U S Service
All three sons of Mat Ellroy have enlisted to serve in Uncle Sam’s military forces, continuing a family tradition of service.
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Eilroy
Entist
Mat Ellroy
Ster Paother
Uncle Sam
Preventing Worm Infestations in Pigs
U S Department of Agriculture guidance emphasizes early protection for newborn pigs to reduce intestinal worm infections. It outlines transmission, lung and intestinal migration, and the need for sanitary farrowing conditions and clean, dry housing to shield piglets during the suckling period.
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States Department of Agriculture
Zoological Division
Bureau of Animal Industry
Sheep Killing Dog Threatens Wool and Mutton Markets
Bulletin 935 from the United States Department of Agriculture warns that wool and mutton prices are at record highs while supplies dwindle. The sheep killing dog reduces sheep numbers and deters farmers from entering the trade, urging uniform state dog laws and stronger enforcement to protect the industry.
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United States ‘Department of Agriculture
United States Department of Sericultre
United States
Feed Is Assured Silo Near Mapger
A nearby silo at Mapger ensures reliable feed supply for storms and harsh weather. The facility guards against shortages, supporting local farming operations during adverse conditions.
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Germany
Hustary
Bethlehem
Christ
William Hohentauers
Bladenberg
von Lodeederts
von Mackternse
Gethsemane
Calvary
Alaric
W'Nlam
New York Harbor
Tex Crosby
St. Joseph
Toledo
al Schweitzer
Elmer Smith
Cleveland
Camp Sherman
Chillicothe
Frenk
Baker
J. Franklin
Yankees
Joe Tinkers
Mark Porteil
Chauntey Pechous
Roger Bresnehan
Hank O'Day
Sagein
Leon Ames
Pittsbur
Mike Keiley
St. Paul
Gus Gleichman
Lew Blue
Detroit
Ed Barrow
Christy Mathewson
Lee Magee
Andrew Keefe
Washington American League
Columbus American Association
Chicago Cubs
Charlie Hellacher
Lena” Blackburn
Reds
Joe Tinker
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