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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1916
Page
8
Frank G. Menke argues joy riding and automobilitis behind the New York Giants’ slump. He notes better form on the road when players sleep and avoid late car trips, citing Benny Kauff and a potential batting boost if autos are limited.
Frank Moran, training in White Sulphur Springs for a bout with Jack Dillon, debates enlisting over Mexico tensions. Moran, a former Navy quartermaster on the Mayflower under Roosevelt, may join the colors if war escalates, though he prefers the army and has written to the Navy Secretary about his rank. Moran fights Dillon in Brooklyn next Thursday night.
The passage notes managers banning late night joy riding for players, arguing fresh air is fine in moderation but night speed hazards strain eyesight. It suggests John McGraw and the Giants may disagree, yet anticipates future rules barring such behavior and the potential consequences.
In a bold upset the Giants defeat the Robins at Flatbush ending their streak. Boston battles hard to stop the Phillies as Alexander’s pitching falters and Moran’s squad survives a long game. The Reds and Cubs win despite scarce hits. The Cardinals slug past the Pirates.
Freddie Welsh watched as Benny Leonard defeated Viv Moran of New Orleans in a clean boxing lesson, dominating the lightweight bout from start to finish in New York.
A city amateur boxing tournament to decide the champion will be held Friday at the Red Eagles club house on South Mercer street. Three weight classes compete with medals for winners. Billy Connell currently holds the 128 pound title. the winner there must meet Connell upon his return from the front.
Hanna's wildness cost the First Christian church team the game against First United Presbyterian last evening with a 10 to 0 score. The Christian lineup failed to start, despite clever opponents. Scoring details include errors by Myland Book Rae, earned runs for First O. P. 1, doubles by Horner Dunlap, and multiple key plate occurrences.
The Italian Independents defeated the Colored Athletics 9 to 0 at Simpson grounds in revenge for a forfeit due to last week. Tonight they face Standard Steel Car Works in a likely strong matchup as the Yankees chase the top spot. The Nationals drop further behind after two straight losses.
Yesterday's results show St. Louis 8 over Pittsburgh 0, Chicago 2 over Cincinnati 1, Philadelphia 2 over Boston 1 in 11 innings, New York 7 over Brooklyn 4. Standings list Brooklyn 31 20 6 08 and Philadelphia 31 22 6 85. Today's schedule features St. Louis at Pittsburgh, Cincinnati at Chicago, New York at Brooklyn, and Boston at Philadelphia.
New York defeats Washington 6 to 5 in AL action. Other results show New York 5 Washington 1 and Boston 1 Philadelphia 0 with remaining clubs not on schedule. Upcoming games list Chicago at St. Louis Philadelphia at Boston and Washington at New York.
Yesterday's results show First U. P. defeating First Christian 10 to 0 in church league action. The game featured solid defense and a decisive home win for First U. P. over Christian.
The United States clay court championship opens at Lakewood Tennis Club in Cleveland with top players entering. Defending champs include R. N. Williams II in men’s singles, George M. Church and Dean Mathey in doubles, and Molla Bjurstedt in women’s singles. Notable entrants span Los Angeles, San Francisco, Buffalo, Cincinnati, Parkersburg, and Pittsburgh with mixed doubles featuring MecEllroy and Martha L. Guthrie, plus Japanese stars Kumagae and Mukami.
Racing shifts to Aqueduct as ten horses are scheduled to contest the Brooklyn Handicap today, marking the day's featured event in New York.
The Pittsburg fighter Patsy Brannigan, aged 28, begins his nineteenth season in boxing. He began in 1904 at 16 and would admit to being 31 with his first bout at 13, earning the title Grand Old Man of the ring while surpassing Flynn’s years of service.
George Chip rests on Sunday after a tough training grind. He plans to enter the ring Monday night with Harry Greb in top condition, aiming for another knockout. Greb, a rugged opponent with a punch from either hand, believes he can beat Chip and outbox Buck Crouse in workouts. The undercard features Battling Terry vs Charlie Dunn and bantamweights Mike Laduke and Toughy Murray in six rounds.
New York report recalls the 1900 Coney Island knockout of Peter Maher by Kid McCoy. In a staged benefit match both men feigned the bout as boxing, then McCoy slipped a punch that stunned Maher. The crowd roared as Maher recovered and McCoy quipped the punch slipped.
Pittsburgh June 24 P D Siverd holder of the Western Pennsylvania tennis title and Willis Davis of California who came through a field of 92 will duel today for the title in a best three out of five sets at 2 pm on the Pittsburg Athletic Association courts. Siverd easily beat challengers yesterday while Davis earned his place by defeating H V D Johns whose fast play has surprised the tourney.
Rev Dr G Franklin Gehr president of the Pittsburg Synod recommends automobiles for pastors at the synod's annual convention. He says congregations should cover upkeep or raise salaries to cover auto costs. Laymen elected officers include J L Carlson Erie president and J B Geisinger Greensburg vice president.
Edward Polkovitz charged with keeping a gambling house failed to respond when his case was called for trial. His bail was declared forfeited by the court yesterday afternoon.
Mrs Annie Welton and James R Mc Cready of North Cedar street report the murderous attack on J A Fletcher husband of their uncle Ruth McCready in Cleveland. Fletcher chased the thief who slashed him wounding jugular vein and side. he is paralyzed and may be moved to Pittsburg. He was a skilled ball player and may not recover his career.
A. 8. Lyons, convicted of second degree murder for killing Louis Witte of Ellwood City, pled guilty to felonious assault and battery against Albert Gasser of Kopple. Gasser was wounded in the left eye but recovered. Sentencing on both charges will occur next Monday.
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