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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1908
Page
9
Snow and rain halt scheduled O P league games across New Castle Sharon Akron McKeesport and North Girard. Games at Erie likely moved to Sharon due to unplayable fields as organizers await better conditions.
In Columbus supporters of Sunday baseball failed to pass a local option bill. Representative Anderson of Youngstown introduced the measure but many House members avoided roll call. The bill earned 54 votes, seven short of a majority as fugitives were pulled back to vote.
Ed Schlatter a former Nocks first baseman, sold to McKeesport by Milwaukee, may not join that club after all as Manager McCay regrets the deal and asks Brewers management to cancel it.
The notice announces that Van H Miller’s restaurant at 19 East Washington Street will open on Saturday. It highlights the new dining spot, the address, and imminent hours for patrons.
A testimonial describes chronic illness due to weak nervous energy and claims Dr Miles Nervine restores function. Mrs Rose Otto of Columbus Ohio recounts recovery after a bottle and recommends it to friends. The ad notes the product is sold by local druggists with a guarantee by Miles Medical Co Elkhart Indiana.
Manager Jimmie Dime seeks Marvin Hart for a boxing match with Tony Ross to headline an event here soon. Dime has written Hart multiple times with no reply as talks proceed to arrange a high profile card. He vows to stage orderly, lawful bouts attracting respectable crowds and excluding unruly prize ring followers.
Ellwood City wrestler Reilley is urged by promoter Jimmie Dime to face Demon Bartl. Dime expects a first class match in New Castle and predicts a big Ellwood City crowd would attend if the event were held at the Coliseum.
Yesterday's results show Cleveland tied for first after a 0 55.5.4 line with St. Louis and Philadelphia game notes. Today's schedule lists Chicago at Detroit Boston at Philadelphia New York at Washington with remaining matchups.
After a heated clash over Catcher Feist and his signing with New Castle then sent to Youngstown, manager Wright dismisses the big receiver, leaving him to survive in winter. Pitchers John Moore and Frank Cook are also released, as the Champs face an uncertain future with New Castle likely to win.
Pitcher Hobson, initially signed by Lake Charles in the Gulf Port league and ordered to report to them by Secretary Farrell, has moved to Reading in the Outlaw organization. Lake Charles valued compensation, pressed the case with New Castle, and failed to secure a sale when manager Porter did not proceed.
Mayor Harry Lusk expressed deep disappointment as the city’s baseball season was delayed. He joked about political rivals and anticipated a parade rescheduling to Saturday, hoping for better turnout of autos in the line.
Carnegie Steel and Standard Steel Car faced off in a three game duckpin match at Fellowship alleys. Standard won game one 276 274, Carnegie took game two 269 261, Standard captured game three 270 245. Overall 19 pins separated the teams.
Chicago press sources indicate efforts to establish connections with Boston New York and Brooklyn as part of a broader eastern network. The note mentions Pittsburgh Cincinnati rain disruptions affecting travel.
The schedule shows St. Louis at Chicago, Pittsburg at Cincinnati, Philadelphia at New York, and Brooklyn at Boston outlining upcoming intercity games among six major teams.
Friday May 1 matchups list Youngstown at New Castle Canton at Akron East Liverpool at McKeesport Erie at Sharon. Saturday May 2 also on schedule with these clubs competing across venues in the region.
The Canton Morning News reports Zanesville backers of Marty Hogan facing funding woes as the club raises capital stock to 30000 dollars after admitting a 3500 dollar shortfall this season and an 8000 dollar deficit from last year. A stormy stockholders meeting followed.
Manager Porter released the batting order for the opener with Bail at third Davis at short McCrossen in center Clever at second Porter in right Jackson Wagner in left Weber at first Blank at pitcher He has six pitchers to choose from Evans Camnitz Kennedy Jessop King Boettner Briger and Eichenlaub on bench Porter plans to play in the outfield in the first game.
Ex-President Fouse of the Interstate polo league said he is out of polo for good after a Youngstown meeting. He doubts polo will return to Akron this season, though Akron supporters want to secure the franchise amid ongoing interest.
Dan H Miler’s restaurant located at 19 East Washington Street appears in a brief notice. The item notes the business address and marks a singular listing in the local column.
Manager Pete Porter found several inches of snow on the grounds this morning. Club officials expect the snow to melt and the park to be dry in time for Saturday’s opening game. The parade and other festivities will proceed as planned.
A Sunday afternoon rally of the women of Second Baptist Church will begin at 3 30 with Rev A M Patterson the pastor presiding An attractive program includes music scripture lesson prayers recitations papers solos duets and a collection. the Union Baptist and A M E Zion church choirs will provide music.
New Castle starts season atop standings as Youngstown plans Monday opener and Canton rallies after Johnny Lindsay injures wrist. Umpire baiting rules face fines. weather influences schedule with past blizzards. Ed Murphy's Keds prep for Canton tilt as New Castle and Youngstown renew city rivalry with bands speeches and parades.
W C Smith superintendent announced the street sprinkler of the railway company is repaired and will operate within a week. Councillors welcomed the update though teased the nine months delay of the prior year.
Josiah R. Loughner has been called to pastor the Moravia Presbyterian church and is listed among the graduating class members in the newspaper item.
Pictures of the class appear in today’s Pittsburgh Dispatch. Rev. Dr. David Gregg will preach the baccalaureate sermon at First Presbyterian Church Arch Street Sunday morning. Commencement exercises follow at First Presbyterian Church North Side next Thursday afternoon.
Negotiations continue between Geneva and Westminster track managers for a dual field and track meet this May. The venue and exact date are undecided though the meet is expected to be held.
John Gealey was loading hay at his farm near Greenville when a hook struck his face, tearing his nose completely off in a severe farm accident.
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