Series Opener at Forbes Field Brings Hopeful Rivals
Buoyed by recent defeats, a Bessemer led squad heads to Forbes Field to clash with Wampum in a key series opener. Dan Potter notes Pennsylvanian hopes rise as Lantern-swingers seek to upset strong teams, with Coaltown and Rural Bilwood City shaping the early era. The Traders and Tabers brace for a tough test as clashes loom.
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Central Christians Take First in League With Epworth Win
The Central Christians defeated Epworth 9 to 0 at Lehigh field to surge into first place in the New Castle Church League. H. Houston starred for the Christians with pitching and Epworth’s Cramer fanned three. J. Thompson hit a ninth inning homer for Epworth, while Cowmeadow, Hubert and Porter powered the winners. Two double plays highlighted the fielding. It was Epworth’s seventh straight loss.
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Cincinnati Reds face pennant doubt over infidelity complex title
Cincinnati papers argue an inferiority complex is denting the Reds pennant chances and note some fans question why the manager or star player is not benched.
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Amateur Notes 250 Hoodoo Ning Defeats Middletown
The Hoodoo Ning defeated Middletown 18 to 2 at Sampson Street Field. Herne pitched a strong game allowing only four hits while Liversage starred at the plate with a homer, a double and a single. Readout lists New Castle Cubs rosters for Wednesday at Boyes Field with contact hints for Chuck and Yow.
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Merry Widows To Play Eastbrook In Evening Tilt
The Merry Widows, coached by Tom Richards, former Nacks manager, meet Eastbrook at 6 30 p m tonight at East Brook. The lineup lists veterans M Brooks P Richards WH Ward Tb WW Ward KK Tanner Floyd More Marl Kid Brooks George Gibson and utility players B Murphy and Downing.
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Golfers Qualify For Tourney Play
The list of golfers who will compete in the Halloween Open Championship at Pittsburgh next week was completed in May. One hundred ten qualifiers survived elimination contests in 17 cities, joining 40 who had to qualify, making a field of 60 entrants. The low score of 147 was posted by three qualifiers: Dick Linares of Long Beach California, El Sereno Cab, and Chu Hilgendorf of Lochmoor, Detroit district.
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Paul Waner Homers In Fifth To Power Pirates Win
Paul Waner belted a two out homer in the fifth inning to give the Pirates a lead as Mitchell started for the Phillies and Hill pitched for Pittsburgh. The game featured a late rally with the Pirates tying and then taking the lead before finishing in the sixth.
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John McGraw Chronology From Olean to Hall of Fame
Lookies Gack by Norman K Brown traces John McGraw’s 37 year arc from leaving Olean New York for Baltimore Orio les career highs and errors. It notes nine errors in a single game and the impact on his early fame before guiding the Giants to 10 National League pennants in 35 years as manager. It highlights attempts to outmaneuver Bucky Harris and the Senators in 1924 and McGraw’s long tenure with postseason and league titles.
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Dempsey Agrees To Risko Bout In Detroit
Dempsey tentatively agrees to fight Jehnny Risko in Detroit between July 1 and August 1. Promoter Finyd Fitz Simmons announced the plan. Dempsey cited a sore hand and said he cannot meet Risko on July 4.
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Root Of Trouble For Cub Foes Charley The Pitcher
Charlie Root, formerly with the Browns and Cubs, emerged as a strong pitching presence. His career arc includes seasons with Middletown, Terre Haute, Los Angeles, and the Angels, with a standout 1926 showing and a notable performance against the Reds. He is highlighted as a dependable arm whose value influenced trades and pitcher depth for clubs.
New Castle to Battle Erie Sailors Tomorrow at Centennial Field
New Castle to host the Erie Sailors in a twilight game at Centennial Field on Wednesday night at 6 15 daylight savings time. Jamieson seeks another chance after a tough first meeting, with Coen or Cannon likely to pitch for Erie. The locals debut their new first baseman McCoy and feature strong infield play as they chase a win after a 13 inning Canton victory.
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Baptists Beat Third U. P. 28 to 6 in Local League
The First Baptist team defeated Third U. P. 28 to 6 at Colonial Field on Monday night in a Mew Castle Church league game. Baptists scored 21 runs in last three innings led by Dean’s home run and strong hitting from Green Lutz Evans Davis Reed. Third U. P. stars McClure McNickle Seamionds excelled in defense.
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Two Games In Church League Tonight In New Castle
Two church league games are scheduled tonight in New Castle at Lehigh field and Calhoun field. The First Methodist teams faces Croton M.E.B. at Calhoun field while Christians and Central Presbyterians meet at Lehigh field.
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Twilight League Night Offers Four 6:30pm Games
Four Twilight League games slated for tonight at 6 30 p m. Full and Radiator Stars play on Radiator field while Edenburg battles West Pittsburg at Sampson Street field. Troop II faces Lawrence Indies at Cedar Street field. Schedule change noted.
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Washington Senators Rebuild Under Ills and Age
The Washington Senators face a season hampered by fun and illness with aging stars and frequent lineup changes. Manager Harris and President Griffith weigh rebuilding from the bottom as many veterans depart, leaving a core of old names and new youth in the club.
Rocco Faces Fighters as Youngstown Boxing Buzz Grows
Clippings describe Rocco, Ellwood heavyweight, training near New Castle and Yealing a bout plan. Cuma notes Rocco’s dominance and possible future fights, with mentions of opponents like Joe, Drake, Hogan, and Saleman. The piece blends camp gossip, rivalries, and local boxing chatter from Youngstown.
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