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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1908
Page
7
Time Hurst argues fans should show charity to umpires, noting human error and the difficulty of judging pitches. He says every official can err, while fans harshly punish mistakes and a better climate would improve play without insurance risks or hostile crowds.
Akron Beacon-Journal columnist roasts umpire Smink after a loss to Sharon. The piece alleges tipping by Akron players, questions Smink’s calls with two on one out, then bases loaded, and predicts Smink’s firing by club president Morton. Other officials blamed as fans demand accountability.
East Liverpool earns admission to the Interstate Polo league and a winter polo season is planned. A Youngstown meeting discussed franchises with seven former managers optimistic about a strong season. Sam F Marquis represents New Castle and a new indoor polo site may rise on Neshannock avenue. A later league meeting is set for Sunday August 9.
The Tigers defeated the Pirates 7 to 1 to pull into a first place tie in the Italian Twilight League. Tigers led all game as Pirates misfired with four errors. Batteries Ballono Lanano George Scampio Long Pagley Cossello.
Yesterday results show Wast Liverpool New Castle Youngstown McKeesport Erie Canton games noted as not scheduled. Matchups include Erie at New Castle McKeesport at East Liverpool Canton at Akron Youngstown at Sharon. Manager Wright aims to trade Thomas for Hank Perry of Canton.
Akron Times argues New Castle baseball club suffers from frequent managerial changes including Porter's firing. The letter urges assembling a consistent squad and daily practice to restore team work. It notes the players' talent shown against the Tip Tops but blames the revolving infield for poor cohesion and calls for stable leadership.
East Liverpool won 8 to 5 as New Castle pitchers struggled. Wilson hit a first baseman’s homer for Nocks, Phillips and Camnitz contributed on the mound, and East Liverpool built a four run second inning to seize control.
Six Grand Rapids Central league players led by Pitchers Dickson Sterzer and Hagerman First baseman Gill Second baseman Noblett and Outfielder Moore refused to travel to Dayton claiming Manager Philip Arnold did not pay all salaries due July 15. They remained in Grand Rapids continuing the dispute.
Report notes a push to shorten the O P league season but Sharon and most towns oppose it. Sharon has lost 2200 dollars this season yet plans to continue, while New Castle lags in first division and McKeeport is seen as the only town favoring a shorter schedule. Giants manager Patterson remains hopeful and supports playing to the final game.
Newspapermen led by pitcher Gresham dominated Cascade Park game, allowing only two hits and nine strikeouts. Scribe team’s defense was flawless with standout work by Treadwell. Final score 4 to 0 with Newspapermen ahead in Twilight league race.
Aaron Kerr of New Castle and Youngstown is praised for timely hits while playing for Uncle Sam. Friday is ladies day in New Castle with knitting groups invited. Deevers, tried here earlier and signed by McKeesport, teams with Thomas of Youngstown as they enjoy a sunny spell. Will is now taking a new step.
In a busy day across leagues, Detroit increased its lead on Tuesday. The American and National League standings show New York, Chicago, St. Louis and Brooklyn amid close races. Today’s schedule features Boston at Chicago and New York at St. Louis with several other matchups across divisions.
A temporary injunction became permanent allowing Sunday baseball in Youngstown within a week or two. The team has appealed to the circuit court and fans hope the injunction will be dissolved temporarily. If overturned, games would resume Sunday play while awaiting higher court action.
Schedule lists games from Wednesday July 22 to Saturday July 25. Matches include Sharon at New Castle East Liverpool at Akron McKeesport at Canton Erie at Youngstown and East Liverpool at Akron in two games on Thursday and Saturday fixtures.
Big Ed Schlatter of Toledo now plays for the Jackson Michigan club after two seasons with New Castle. He is a top first baseman in the league, hitting hard and averaging two hits per game as he improves on a previous poor showing in the O. and P. league. Bill Smith, formerly New Castle manager, now manages Jackson and helped bring Schlatter to the team.
Wilson, the first baseman of the Necks, is out with a broken finger and Schmaltz has been sent back to first. New Castle would be better off if they would leave Ernest on first and get another man for second. Jack Willoughby, who was with Franklin in the Interstate, would be a first class man for the job. McCreight remains at third and is expected to stay there for some time.
Erie faces the Nocks today with a chance to settle standings as New Castle fights last place. A double header is set at Cascade grounds Thursday starting at 2 PM and a second game ten minutes after the first. Drie impresses, riding strong form against East Liverpool Akron and Youngstown.
Black Fitz, long time trainer of Tony Ross here, plans a boxing gym above Brown's feed store on Croton avenue. He will outfit the rooms with up to date equipment and expects a large beginners class in New Castle to support the school.
Sam Kennedy, sought to manage the Nocks, is reported scouting in Texas for the Philadelphia American League club. New Castle officials have not yet heard from him. Kohle Miller reports to McKeesport and will play second. Kid Hagen praises Kennedy as a game expert and popular with players.
New Castle led early but fell to Erie yesterday in a pitching heavy game. Woodruff had three hits while Wilson added two, but three pitchers were used as the offense faded in the late innings. Thursday promises two games for one as fans rally to support a team chasing its first win.
Prostration scenes aside, New Castle urges the team to chase victory over the Sailors. Roy Castleton, former Youngstown pitcher, cannot pitch this season for Atlanta due to typhoid fever, affecting Atlanta's pennant hopes and fueling interest in Harry Camnitz from the 'Necks.
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