Reds Boost in National League Pennant Race
Cincinnati Reds have surged into a three team chase alongside the Giants and Pirates. With 54 games left they must win more than 40 to contend for the flag, as Reds hitters include Roush and Hargrave while Giants and Pirates stall in recent play.
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Davis Cup Team Pick Announced for Davis Cup
Forest Hills N Y Aug 7 Tantativa selection of four players on Americas tennis team for the Davis Cup was announced by Julian S Myrick chairmen of the Davis Cup committee They are William T Tilden III Vincent Richards Wil liam M Johnston and R Norris Williams I All four have played on previous Davis Cup teams Richards and Johnston are contenders for No 2 singles spot with a decision likely after a Saturday East West series match to influence the choice.
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Grennan Cakes To Play Here Saturday at Centennial Field
Grennan Cakes of Cleveland visit New Castle Saturday at Centennial Field with Zeric vs Rhodenbaugh as the pitching matchup. New Castle’s lineup is revamped after losses to the Cakes last visit, with Flynn moving to short and Paskett, Gainagh, and others in new roles. Sunday the Elks of Sharon visit, with Paul McCullough slated to pitch for New Castle.
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Pennsy Carmen Defeats Croton in Pitching Duel
A 1 0 victory by Pennsy Carmen over Croton A C at B and A grounds Thursday evening. Williams pitched a masterful game allowing four hits and nine strikeouts, while Stone gave up three hits. Huff scored the winning run on a wild pitch in the fifth after two Pennsy Carmen hits. Huff led the Carmen with two singles, and Croton missed several chances early.
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Diamond Dust: Burke Midgets Lose to High Street Sluggers
The Burke Capitol Midgets were defeated 35 to 11 by the High Street Sluggers on Wednesday evening at the Strit matereld. The Young Smacks beat the South Side Cardinals 18 to 15 on Thursday at the Tin Mil grounds. Fratz pitched for the Newcastle Juniare, who topped Boyles A.C. on Thursday when the latter failed to appear. Local business leaders praise Smethport youth, funding a football camp to Grove City for pre season training, coordinated by Dr A J Livermore, former Mercer resident.
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Smethport Elevens to Meet Grovers in Oct 17 Grid Clash
Smethport High School fans will see the champions in action October 17 as Smethport faces Grovers in a scheduled gridiron clash at Grove City. The local eleven dominated scholastic play this season and aims to continue its winning streak.
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New Castle to Play at Sharon in Sunday Game
New Castle of the Q. P. League will play the Sharon Elks at Sharon Sunday afternoon. Manager Carm Sacco announced the plan. Rod Enbaugh pitched for New Castle two weeks ago in a Sunday exhibition at Masury Field, where the Steal City club defeated the Elks and now booked the locals for Sunday, August 9.
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Umpires Scheduled For Saturday Games
Umpires listed for Saturday games include Coaltown at Union Duon and Phillips Energy at Elhwood City O'Brien and Jones Electrica at Bessemer Riley and Evans Wampum at Mahoningtown Kroesen and Patterson A dog catcher leads a hard life Cars are his only friends.
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Did You Know That Charles Daniels and Celebrity Athletes Streaks
Charles M Daniels played 25 rounds on a nine hole course between 4 a m and 7 30 p m with 30 minutes for meals, averaging just over 38 strokes per round over 15 hours covering about 35 miles. Big Bill Tilden ran a 60 game singles streak at Providence last month, extending to Rhode Island state final, then lost to Fischer. Charley Paddock travelled 106000 miles globe trotting since 1919, including Paris Antwerp 1924 Olympics and world tours from Los Angeles to Stanford Berkeley Drake Relays and Hawaii.
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Richards To Meet Johnston In East West Tennis Clash
In New York on August 7 a doubles and singles program opens at West Side Tennis Club Forest Hills with Richards against Johnston slated for a featured singles match tomorrow. The event centers on the annual east versus west tennis clash with planned two singles and two doubles matches today.
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Bowen Weygant Bout Promises Ten Round Showdown
George Perotta trains daily at New Castle gym ahead of a ten rounder against Eddie Weygant scheduled for Centennial Field. Promoter Regis Flannagan reports strong ticket sales as Perotta seeks to rebound after past knockouts and regain top form with Jimmie Dime advising.
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Dempsey Signs To Meet Wills In Michigan City Date
Jack Dempsey signed to defend his heavyweight title against Harry Wills next year in Michigan City near Chicago after talks with Floyd Fitzsimmons. Mullins said he would sign if Dempsey did. The bout date can fall between July and September 1920. Dempsey stated he would earn as much as Tex Rickard offered. He disputed the validity of Kearns contract and indicated no plan to fight Greb or Tunney before Wills.
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Lawrence County Coon Hunters Field Trials Set
Sportsmen from Pennsylvania Eastern Ohio and beyond converge on New Castle Grounds Saturday August 14 for the Lawrence County Coon Hunters Association annual field trials. About 400 dogs compete starting at 10 am with parking and refreshments on site. A $100 silver loving cup for the grand championship draws entrants nationwide. prizes include ribbons and a revolver and hip boots for top placements. Entries close at 2 pm.
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Ederle Delays Channel Swim To August 17
Miss Gertrude Ederle of New York, delayed by slight indisposition, postpones her English Channel swim attempt to August 17. She will attempt again, weather permitting, with Miss Lillian Harrison of Buenos Aires aiming for a fourth effort in the meantime.
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Pirates Boss BU McKechnie Celebrates 86th Birthday
Pittsburg Pennsylvania August 7 1930 Manager BU McKechnie marked his 86th birthday. He began as a Pirates player in 1897 and has served the club continuously since 1918 when he became manager.
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Juniors Edge New Castle Stars In Tight Prep Baseball
New Castle Juniors defeated the Stara team 2 to 8 at Radiator Meld yesterday in a loosely played game. Cowmeadow Zolaga Martin and VanEmin had two-base hits, with McClure and others contributing. Stolen bases by Zolago Logan Cameron Roberta. Martin earned the win with Victor VenEman and Shoal handling relief duties.
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Unions and Energy Clash In Weekend Baseball Cards
The Coal Town league leaders face Union at Scotland Lane as Walter Kirker leads the cellar-dwelling Union team in a bid to disrupt the standings. Energy travels to Ellwood City to meet Lawrence County rival Lawrences and Jada Hoffmeister eyeing a mound assignment. P and O Electrics head to Bessemer for a doubleheader, while Wampum and Mahoning A A clash at E and A grounds to decide second place in a tight race.
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