Senators Win Second Flag With Has Beens
Earl McNeely arrived as Washington pursued the pennant and helped lift the gonfalon in 1924. McNeely’s sharp hitting and center field coverage aided the Nats in the series clincher. Joe Judge, veteran first baseman since 1916, is a sure fielder and potent hitter, noted for a .355 batting mark in the 1924 series.
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Earl McNeely
Nats
Gonfalon
Washington
McNeely
Lindstrom
Senators
Joe Judge
Judge
Joe Harris
Harris
Joe
Goose Goslin Emerges As Nationals Offensive Star
The punch of Goose Goslin stands out as the Nationals cleanup hitter in the 1924 classic series. His steady power and clutch hits drive the offense, making him a constant threat at the plate and a key feature of the contest.
Muscatine Journal to Show World Series Games On Play Board
The Muscatine Journal will again publish the world series games on its Play Board showing games from Washington and Pittsburgh in exact detail as received. Great crowds have followed the series using the Play Board and even larger attendance is expected this year due to high interest.
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Muscatine
Washington
Pittsburgh
Journal Be
Gan
Harris and Peckinpaugh Lead Nationals Keystone Duo
Dependable Joe Harris has become a steady right fielder and occasional first baseman for the Nationals. Roger Peckinpaugh, veteran shortstop with 15 major league seasons, anchors the infield. The pair form the greatest keystone combination in the big show today.
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Roger Peckinpaugh
Nationals
Harris
Sam Rice Known as Man O War of Washington Outfield
Sam Rice earns the nickname Man O War for his speed and hard hitting in the Washington outfield. He has long been with the team and is regarded as one of the best at his position.
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Walter Johnson
Washington
Stanley Harris
Ossie Bluege
Sam Rice
Sam
Ace reliever Fred Marberry saves Nationals in tight spots
Ace right hander Fred Marberry, famed as the king of relief pitching, steps in when star hurlers falter. He has pulled many games from danger for the Nationals and stays ready to finish the job when teammates struggle.
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Fred Marberry
Fred
Nationals
Severeid to Back Up Ruel in Big Series
Hank Severeid, who joined the Senators from the St. Louis Browns, has served as the second string catcher this season. While Muddy Ruel handles most catching in the big series, Severeid will be ready if Ruel rests or is injured.
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Hank Severeid
Senators
St. Louis Browns
Muddy Ruel
Severeid
Ruel
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