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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1908
Page
9
McKeesport rallied with eight hits in the sixth inning to beat New Castle 7 to 6 at Shenango grounds. McCreight struggled after a strong start, facing weathered defense and a late New Castle bid, while Rodabaugh contained the Tubers in relief and a final stretch of singles sealed the win before about 400 spectators.
East Liverpool water said to affect visiting players and umpires as McCrossen was called out on a close play in the ninth. Umpire Pastorius explains the error due to a water change and Eastern Ohio club officials may改 improve drinking water for visitors.
Umpire Bill Smink stood firm as Kennedy allegedly hurled insults after a disputed call during a Potters game in East Liverpool. Kennedy threatened by Smink with potential removal while Smink remained silent until after Kennedy finished venting. Smink later addressed Kennedy with a calm, pointed remark.
Pitcher Hunt reports to Secretary Crepper in Sharon next Monday. Pitcher Clyde, signed by Manager Patterson of Sharon, previously with New Castle and six other clubs, played for DuBois last season and is a solid pitcher. Jack Breckenridge faces a choice between Wee Willie Kommer and Pitcher Price for a regular spot as both perform well. New Castle may regret not pursuing the heavier Jack.
McCreight, called a twirler with a dangerous spit ball, faced heavy hitting by McKeepsort hitters yesterday afternoon. Umpire Pastorius praised his work on the mound, while McKeepsort battered him in the sixth and seventh innings. Pittsburg slipped from second to fifth in the National league race after yesterday's results.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer baseball writer questions New Castle and Butler chances in the O P league as East Liverpool and Sharon push for the pennant. East Liverpool under Bill Phillips shows strong pitching and seasoned players, while Youngstown and Akron hold steady.
Rube Jones, a New Castle youth and P. and W. league official, quit umpiring after a Connellsville game where a crowd surged and threw one umpire over a fence. A friend offered a revolver, which Jones declined. The other umpire did not return.
Pitcher Jack Kennedy appointed an umpire in the O and P league and travels to East Liverpool for his first assignment. He is praised as a capable official with past infield and minor league experience and is expected to improve the umpiring staff. Detroit beat Cleveland while the Naps pull even with Philadelphia for first.
The article roasts New Castle players for dumb plays and base running errors. It notes Jessop’s pitching struggles, Pinkney and Weber miscues, and a string of missed opportunities at third and home. Ralston McCrossen and Decker made sharp fielding plays with three assists.
Friday June 5 Canton at New Castle Akron at Sharon Erie at East Liverpool Youngstown at McKeesport. Saturday June 6 Butler at East Liverpool. Sunday June 7 East Liverpool at Butler New Castle at Canton.
Joss loses for the first time this season after ten straight wins, giving up eleven hits as Detroit Titans push across two runs. Secretary Clopper of Sharon signs outfielder Ray, a 225 pound slugger batting over .400 this season.
The schedule lists Pittsburg at Philadelphia and Chicago at Boston along with St Louis at New York and Chicago at Brooklyn as today's games.
The schedule lists New York versus Cleveland and Boston versus Detroit as the remaining matchups. No other games are currently on the docket.
Fragmentary sports notes mention New Castle and Canton with unclear scores and team references. The text is garbled leaving few distinct names or outcomes.
McKeesport visits New Castle, Butler travels to Canton, and Youngstown plays East Liverpool in a trio of high school or junior league games, outlining the evening’s regional matchups.
Black Fitz the Boston colored boxer who trained Tony Ross in New Castle may meet Demon Bart in a boxing contest at Youngstown during the old home week. Bart is a skilled wrestler and boxer with years of ring experience.
New Castle druggists Love and Megown report a large demand for Hindipo the kidney cure and nerve tonic. They guarantee satisfaction or refund the price, a 50 cent box mailed with positive guarantee and risk assumed by the sellers.
Thursday June sale offers dozens of dressy styles from $1.00 to $16.50. White Wash Skirts priced from $1.00 to $25.00 with multiple special pieces. New White Canvas Oxford Shoes for skirts range $1.50 to $5.00 plus exceptional white canvas Oxfords at $1.50.
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