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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1908
Page
9
Talks of a Johnny Kilbane versus Tommy Kilbane fight intensify with plans for signing articles this week. The bout could finish early or extend to forty five rounds with backers open to a high purse and a side bet. Jimmy Dunn pledges 100 to back Tommy and would help draft the articles.
Judge George F. Robinson of the common pleas court made the injunction against the Glenwood Land Company and the Youngstown baseball club permanent. A final hearing will not occur until the September term, effectively stopping Sunday baseball for the rest of the season. The court reviewed numerous affidavits for and against Sunday play, with indications leaning to the plaintiff.
The New Castle ball club switched from a black to a gray uniform after the first set wore out. Percy Stetler’s Olean club supplied replacements that have hindered New Castle, who have won few since. The original uniforms were sent back to Spalding for repairs after poor material was revealed. Roy Brandon, the Spalding agent, arranged new outfits.
The Fifth Ward boys edged Highland Avenue 5 to 4 on Highland grounds Monday afternoon in a fiercely contested matchup witnessed by a large crowd. The Fifth Ward squad, among the city’s strongest amateur teams, seeks more games with 17 year olds and hopes to meet Coal Town next. James Hicks has been elected manager of the team.
Epworth club defeats Grace M E Church team 10 to 3 in the church league game. Greer pitched a no hit game for Epworth, the Grace bats were plagued by errors as three runs came in on miscues.
McKeesport News cites fears that raising the O P league salary limit from 1500 to higher classes could force towns to drop out. The piece argues a sane limit is essential, noting many towns cannot sustain higher payrolls and Sunday games may not offset weekday crowd shortfalls.
Treasurer Strohecker left with Troop F for Gettysburg taking the club books. Players did not receive wages before heading to East Liverpool. Club funds could not be withdrawn due to absent officials and missing plans. President Hyde and Secretary Read were on the trip and look to settle funds upon return from East Liverpool.
Team banners optimism with Camnitz likely to pitch today as New Castle and Potters clash. Erie visit tomorrow and a home game Wednesday followed by Friday ladies day. Pete Porter still recovering as Stutz the new third sacker draws attention with bold coaching voice.
Sam Kennedy once Baltimore Outlaw league manager may take charge of the Nocks for the remainder of the season. Directors seek Kennedy who is southern scout for Connie Mack. his hire could improve the club and set up a strong next season. Kid Hagen backs the suggestion and has written to Kennedy.
Frank Strohecker has resigned as club treasurer after Pete Porter stepped down as manager. Directors failed to form a quorum, delaying action until Strohecker’s return from Gettysburg with Troop F. Strohecker praised by some for effort, calls others to try their replacement.
The source lists games with Youngtown at McKeesport, Sharon at Akron, and New Castle at East Liverpool outlining upcoming regional matchups between the teams and venues.
Kohle Miller, a former New Castle player, signs to play for McKeesport in place of Dewar after a collision at McKeesport left Dewar with a broken shoulder. McKeesport papers blame Porter for the accident, saying he could have avoided the clash by stepping aside.
Bobby Bails, once a struggling third baseman for New Castle, signed by Fairmont in the P. W. league and now covering shortstop. He has not hit in several days and shows little improvement over his New Castle form.
President A C Hyde travels with the New Castle ball club to East Liverpool for a lone game. A series with Eric follows at home, with both clubs contending for the cellar championship. New Castle faces tough odds but hopes to brace on return.
The Central league features a tight race with only 60 points separating the first seven clubs. All teams except Wheel ing remain within the 500 circle as efforts to climb or fall in standings continue.
The Elks defeated the Masons in a one sided game with scores around 16 to 3, though some lists claim 19 to 2. The Masons were crippled by missing players while Perry and Orr starred for the Masons and Crill and Neff pitched for the Elks.
Schedule shows games from Wednesday July 22 to Saturday July 25 featuring Erie New Castle McKeesport East Liverpool Canton Akron Youngstown Sharon. Key matchups include Erie at New Castle Canton at Akron and East Liverpool at Akron with multiple games across days.
Spokane July 4 Abe Attell world featherweight champion issues challenge to Battling Nelson for the lightweight title at 133 pounds after Nelson fights Joe Gans. Attell will not fight the black fighter and would meet Owen Moran on Labor Day. Attell pursues Kid Scaler in Post Falls Idaho.
New Castle Circle number five P H C advertises an excursion to Rock Springs Park on July 23 via Pennsylvania railroad. Fare 75 and 55 cents, cheapest of the season. Two trains at 8:15 and 9:15, leaves 6:00 and 10:00 p m from the park. Plenty of room, everybody come and have a good time.
New Castle, amid losses and a second division squad, will stay in the 0 and P league to season's end. Secretary Read and President Hyde vow to complete play, with plans to sell at least three players like Briger Hobson and Camnitz, potentially netting around $1,000.
Atlanta officials reject a $750 offer for pitcher Camnitz from the Southern league. Directors expect higher bids, some arguing he could fetch at least $1,000 but doubt the figure will be reached this season. Atlanta risks losing him in the draft without recouping purchase price.
Youngstown slipped past McKeesport as the Tubers suffered a setback. Evansville plated three in the ninth after Rowan faltered and Pittsburg star Thomas continued his hot hitting. Erie routed Centon 8 to 1 behind Brown. Sharon beat Akron 5 to 4 at Akron with Breckenridge pitching in a tense eighth inning. Smink umpired and drew Akron’s ire over a disputed ball call in the eighth.
The baseball team representing the Pennsylvania railroad in the City league has secured new light gray uniforms. A red keystone emblem with a large "P" appears on the left breast, giving the Players a natty, proud look.
Outfielder Thomas of Youngstown is sold to Wheeling for Outfielder Mullane of Stogie and will report soon. Thomas, with Youngstown two seasons, has struggled this year and sits on the bench. Wheeling manager Fleming, despite strong minor league talent, suffers a rough run of losses as Ralston and others fail to spark wins.
The Cubs refused to accept a two base disputed home run in the ninth that would have tied the score, claiming the home run was invalid with two men on base. The Tigers won 6 to 2 as Cubs balked at continuing, and the game was forfeited to Detroit.
Packey McFarland has a 10 round match set with Phil Brock for August 7 in Los Angeles and aims for Freddie Welch on September 7. Hugo Kelly and Eddie Hanlon headline sparring and local bouts as Ketchell and Murphy set weigh in at 133 pounds for July 31 and next Saturday night respectively.
Bernie McCay quits McKeesport and signs to play with Shreveport in the Southern league. He will leave immediately, having been relieved of management duties and staying until a new infielder is found. The manager has delayed signing a replacement.
In yesterday's National League results Chicago defeated Boston 5 to 2 while Philadelphia routed Cincinnati 4 to 8 in 11 innings. Pittsburg lost to Brooklyn 6 to 8 as New York St Louis weather interference affected play.
Boston at Chicago. Brooklyn at Pittsburg. Philadelphia at Cincinnati. New York at St. Loum.
Washington 5 Cleveland 3 Detroit 4 Athletics 1 Boston 8 Chicago 1 St Louis 8 New York 3. Today’s pairings include Cleveland at Philadelphia Detroit at Washington Chicago at New York and St Louis at.
Bessemer beat New Middletown 3 to 0 on the local grounds Saturday. Koskie pitched a six-hit shutout with 9 strikeouts, while Audre Johnson drove in two runs in the second inning. A pretty one handed catch by A. Koskie and Johnson’s work behind the plate were notable defensive plays.
Will Thomas the Youngstown outfielder has wed. The bride, Miss Jane Whelan, a society queen of Youngstown and daughter of Dr. William J. Whelan, reportedly married in Pittsburgh.
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