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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1915
Page
17
Central Presbyterian defeated Croton M E 7 to 4 last evening. Both teams hit well but Central Presbyterian seized opportunities to win the contest.
The Tiger A. C. defeated the Peerless A. C. last evening at the Mill Street grounds by 6 to 1. Varley held his opponents to one hit and struck out 13 for the winners, with Cartwright fanning six for the losers. Patterson doubled for Two-baggers. Cartwright and Varley issued three and zero walks respectively. Umpire Kirkwood.
Bank clerks and presidents cavorted on Elders field as Lawrence Savings & Trust faced the National Bank of Lawrence County in the opening game of a series. The Savings won 5 to 4 with a late run deciding the outcome. John Elder Jr pitched for the Bank, Young caught, while McGill and Stadler comprised the Trust battery.
Philadelphia June 18 The emery ball stirs controversy and leads to league orders to eject and fine pitchers who use or roughen balls. President Johnson of the American League threatens a $100 fine and 30 day suspension, while critics question the ball's actual impact amid roughing methods and concrete stands in parks.
In a narrated baseball moment Patsy Flaherty, once with the White Sox, is described as a speedy pitcher who fires fast balls to the plate and then to first. Josh Clarke claims he struck at two pitches and a third, arguing the umpire clarifies that only two balls were pitched.
Pat Moran recalls a Columbus exhibition after a riot where Chicago Cubs and manager Chance ousted regulars. The substitute lineup included Pfeister Overall Carson Reulbach and Archer at positions as Moran pitched to Congalton amid the umpires and fans’ taunts.
The player recalls stepping forward near the plate as the umpire called a third strike after a close exchange. Congalton roars in protest, underscoring fans’ belief in biased officiating and helping quiet the crowd. A 3:30 start invites the public, with a July 6 rematch set at Shenango against Koppel.
Walter Johnson and Wally Schang form a near complete nine as they play multiple positions for the Athletics. Schang has covered behind the plate first base and the outfield this spring while also batting cleanup and using speed on the base paths. Johnson shines as both pitcher and hitter, even appearing in the outfield and as a pinch hitter for manager Griffith who is increasingly impressed.
T. L. McBride, veteran oil man, visits Harrisville as McElhaney Oil plans drilling near Harrisville and Clintonville. Four producing gas wells exist on over 1000 acres. McBride predicts a new field in the area this summer as Gilchrist and McFadden rigs drill at opposite ends.
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Inasmuch as my wife Savilla has left me I will not be responsible for any debts contracted by her. Er nest James. Adv. 26411.
Russia hosts the largest Jewish population of any country and Warsaw contains the largest Jewish community among Russian cities. This remark highlights demographic distribution in Eastern Europe.
Jack Meyers, the Giants' Indian catcher, laments abuse of Indians and baseball players. He says his role as catcher is the toughest and questions what job could be worse than catching on a baseball club.
The Baraca Cadets travel to Ellwood City for a tough game this Saturday. Captain Hollis lists players Rogers Dye Pringle Fishlock Custer Martin Ashton Schwartz Rhodes Bechtel Williams and Star to meet at Harmony trolley station on East Washington Street at 1 o'clock for the trip.
Boston boss Bill Carrigan, manager of the Red Sox, says his team will win the American League pennant. He reports giving all other clubs in the Johnson circuit the once over and believes none have what his outfit possesses.
Springfield Ill June 18 The Carroll boxing law previously passed by the senate failed after the Illinois House refused to suspend rules for its consideration. The suspension vote was 71 to 52, six votes short of a majority.
Shenango Works hosts Koppel on their home field Saturday in a fast division baseball matchup. The game promises a competitive contest as Shenango seeks a win at home against the visiting Koppel squad.
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