Athletics on Verge of Collapse After Fifth Loss
Philadelphia’s fifth straight defeat, 1-0 to Detroit, signals a crisis as Connie Mack’s young Athletics slip in the AL standings. Judge In Hospital Again after a concussion from a pitched ball. Washington also loses to Detroit while Cleveland beats the Yankees. NL games postponed due to rain with doubleheaders scheduled.
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Baseball game at convention in Hampton Iowa
A baseball game this afternoon features teams from northern and southern Iowa as part of the Iowa district convention events of the Missouri Synod Lutheran church in Hampton.
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Striking caddies fired at Geneva Golf Club demand wage increase
Geneva Golf and Country Club officials announced that striking caddies were fired and barred from the grounds. About 12 caddies quit at noon Tuesday seeking 25 cents per hour instead of 25 cents per round, with others hired to fill their positions.
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A. C S ADVANCE CLAIM TO TITLE IN Muscatine BASEBALL
The Muscatine A C team asserts the city championship against the Muscatine Independents. Ernest Tobias of the Muskies criticizes Independents games as second class and calls for a true contest with organized clubs. Ted Maher of the A C counters that the A C held the title two years ago and has not been defeated, inviting a match with the Independents or Roosters to decide the city crown.
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Tiger Flow ers Edges Allentown Joe Gans in 10 Rounds
Grand Rapids bout reports Tiger Flow ers of Atlanta defeated Allentown Joe Gans of Allentown Pennsylvania in a ten round decision. Gans showed competitive action but Flow ers controlled the pace and landed cleaner punches throughout.
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Muskies Ready for Final Showdown with Moose Sunday
Muscatine's Muskies host Davenport Moose in a decisive series finale at 2 45 p m Sunday The Moose won the first game in 10 innings 6 5 and the second 6 3 as Davenport chased Muscatine pitching Led by Bob Vetter Muscatine hopes to clinch with Vetter on the mound supported by Krueger Neitzel Faulhaber Blanchard Johnson O Leary Hoeksema and Miller or Bauer Blanchard added speed with four steals against Washington. the lineup remains the same aside from the new addition.
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Washington Defeats Jefferson in Junior League Playoff
Washington junior baseball tops Jefferson 17 to 12 in a postponed Weed Park playoff game. Washington led 6 by the third inning. Franklin forfeited the other scheduled game to Jackson. Battery details: Washington Curtis Huf ford. Jefferson Ray Riemcke.
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Athletics Fall to White Sox in Opener as Faber Dominates
Connie Mack pitched Eddie Rommel who faltered as Collins' White Sox hitters took charge. Baumgartner struggled against the Pale Hose while Red Faber breezed through the early inning. Al Simmons was fanned by Faber as Chicago's defense support kept the A's from mounting a rally.
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Benefit Twin Bill at Iowa City for Widow of Joe Wall
In Iowa City a charity double header will be played in City Park with all players donating services. Proceeds go to the widow of Joe Wall, a local semi pro electrocuted while aiding two young farmers. Teams include Solon Pirates Oxford Independents Iowa City versus a nine from Atkins.
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Al Simmons Stretches Hitting Streak Into Six Games
Al Simmons of the Athletics continues his strong run in the pennant chase with eleven hits in six games including two homers and a triple. He climbs to runner-up in batting with a .378 average as Tris Speaker leads at .392. Simmons trails with 21 homers as Williams and Meusel pace the circuit.
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Sully Montgomery Knocks Out Gates in New York Mill
In New York on August 22 former Centre College football player Sully Montgomery defeated Leo Gates Mohawk Indian by knockout in the eleventh round of a scheduled twelve round heavyweight bout.
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Barnard Defeats Rambo In Tourney Final Hole
In a Geneva Golf and Country Club first flight match C. M. Barnard beat F. K. Rambo 1 up after 18 holes. Both finished with 85, Barnard’s long drives keeping him ahead until Rambo’s late surge. Bloom beat Schmalz 3 up and 1 to play. Neidig edged Crull 2 up in the championship flight.
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Batting Leaders and Scores in Local Match
The report shows a tied game at 25 apiece with clouted two. Bunny Brief of the Brewers has 24. Christensen of St. Paul leads with four stolen bases and a 42 showing. Other top batters include Bayon of Louisville 368, Brief of Milwaukee 365, Duncan of Minneapolis .359, Tyson of Louisville 347, Fisher of Minneapolis 347, Butler of Minneapolis .347, and Durst of St. Paul .344.
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Lamb and Longo Set for Elks Card in Muscatine
Jack Lamb of Muscatine and Phil Longo of Des Moines prepare a windup on the Elks boxing card for August 31. Lamb has not lost in Muscatine in a year and is coming off decisive wins, while Longo is a tough rival. The double bill includes Patsy Kline versus Shuffle Mill with anticipated fast action for local fans.
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Moscow Dependent Five to Clash Wilton Sunday
Moscow Independents, largely Muscatine players, travel to Wilton to face the Boosters Sunday afternoon. Anticipation runs high as Wilton seeks a strong showing after a season of bursts and a championship tone at times. Game slated for 2 45. Lineups to follow.
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