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Newspaper
Maurice Times
Location
Maurice, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1918
Page
5
Captain J. J. Hammond, senior air pilot of the British flying corps, is reported recuperating in Washington after contracting pneumonia on arrival in America. Despite illness, he is expected to perform new demonstrations for official Washington once recovered.
The story notes rare repeats in World Series history with Cubs Tigers Giants White Sox and Browns. It highlights three straight pennants by clubs since the American League formed and recalls earlier Temple Cup and predecessor series.
The article notes there are no true assistant managers with current clubs. It lists examples such as Charley Wagner of the Red Sox and Herman Schiefer of the Indians among others. It contrasts these with Connie Mack and Clarence Rowland who operate largely solo.
Once mocked for hype Bodie has emerged as a key slugger for the Yankees. His return to form follows a stint with the White Sox and a period of doubt, now boosting New York’s offense as the team rides a winning streak.
The National League unveils a strict code with penalties for whisky excesses and cigarette use, plus requirements on meals, lodging, baggage, and uniform cleanliness. Managers can suspend players with no appeal, injuries reduce pay, and public misbehavior may incur fines or suspension.
Catches Killefer of the Cughs will join Grover Alexander at Camp Funston for army training rather than Camp Coster as per the command form. The exact details and officers coordinating the transfer were not fully clear in the fragment.
George Burns of the Giants stood on second base in the last game in St Louis. After Fletcher's foul ball was caught he hesitated and appeared ready for third. On turning toward second he found fielder J. C. G. Smith there to receive the ball and Burns was out.
The article surveys Cleveland’s 67 amateur clubs and mentions figures like Joe Charley Ebbets and Casey Stengel. It notes Washington Sunday games as financially beneficial, Vachel Veach rising in batting, and various players bound for military service or league play. It reflects the era’s quirky commentary on baseball and draft culture.
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