Chicago Now Leads In National League
City grid notes show Chicago taking the top spot in the National League after recent results. Early reporting highlights evolving standings and key performances across teams.
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1908
Page
9
City grid notes show Chicago taking the top spot in the National League after recent results. Early reporting highlights evolving standings and key performances across teams.
The schedule lists Chicago at Cincinnati St Louis at Pittsburg Philadelphia at New York and Brooklyn at Boston across the upcoming marquee fixtures. Each pairing features historic rivals in contested showdowns likely drawing regional interest.
A pair of NBA discrepancies shows matchups today with Washington visiting Detroit and Philadelphia traveling to Cleveland. The double bill features Eastern Conference contenders seeking key wins on the road.
Wilbur Goode made two errors in a morning game in Cleveland. Tinker’s home run started the Cubs toward overtaking the Yankees. Detroit’s picks, St. Louis losses, and Pittsburgh wins shaped the pennant chase as Cleveland plans to expand its press box for visiting reporters.
Tidioute residents worry as scarlet fever cases rise within the town. Health officials fear an epidemic and urge caution and reporting of new illnesses.
A testimonial from Somielton Ashville NC describes nervous indigestion improving after using Dr Miles Nervine and Heart Cure. The patient touts relief after multiple bottles and recommends the medicines, noting a money back guarantee through Miles Medical Co.
Health Officer Moffatt concentrates on isolating homes as Mercer endures a typhoid fever outbreak. quarantines affect residents and daily life while authorities work to curb spread.
Polo franchise status remains unsettled as Pittsburg eyes a New Castle league slot and Akron seeks polo revival. Secretary Brown convenes another meeting in New Castle while Charles Power of the Pittsburg Dispatch could steer league success. Players are ready to return with reduced pay for a full season.
Sharon Pennsylvania reports Van Patterson will not manage the Sharon O P league team next season. He cites harsh club conditions and says he might sign with other teams, with rumors linking him to New Castle. Prospects for a Sharon club at Roseville park with a new ball plant are discussed.
Bridgeport plans a polo squad featuring Lewis first rush Canavan center Carrigan halfback Harper and a second rush. Cunningham moves to Worcester as league expands to ten clubs. Opening night set for October 19 with Waterbury visiting. rinks ready and referees to be appointed.
The pennant race narrows to Detroit St Louis and Cleveland with three or more crucial clashes ahead. Detroit hosts St Louis in two then after Chicago, Cleveland hosts Philadelphia then Chicago. Cleveland Chicago Detroit standings and forecasts hinge on upcoming games with rain risk noted and Cubs looming as alternate champions.
New Castle likely to lose pitcher Harry Camnitz catcher Joe Briger and outfielder Abbott. Clubs are vying for the trio and an agent may visit soon to seal deals at draft price. Abbott and Camnitz were top performers, with Abbott noted as the league’s fastest outfielder despite fielding misplays.
Mrs. Chas Borland of Harrisville visits sister Mrs Maitland. J C Waldron and family from Mars guests here. Art Iman family visit Callery mother Mrs Wimner. Mabelle Waldron of Butler visits Irene Waldron. Lulu Markel hosts Deitrich from Zelienople. Cross and Crown contest in U P Sabbath school. Rob S Irwin gives political address. Baker daughter Edith Opal Waldron Marie Miller attend exposition. Mayme Barto of Zelienople visits parents. Frank Beers and Mayme Barto attend dance at Benzer's. St John Reformed church services held. A O Wensel moves to Robt S Irwin flat. Frank Milliken in region promoting Prohibition candidacy for county commissioner.
The Great Divide by William Vaughn Moody comes to the opera house tomorrow evening under Henry Miller. The production previously impressed New York audiences for two seasons, featuring a strong company and Miller's acclaimed staging.
South Mill street crowds flock to the Coliseum for lively vaudeville all week. Miss Rose Jeannette showcases a Directoire gown from Paris. Prof Woodford presents trained animals and the Harlem Brothers draw big laughs with The Phrenologist.
The act featuring Mr. Diamond singing When Our Firemen Meet the Foe wows the audience as one of the cleverest performances. Enouch the English swimmer stays under water for nearly three minutes each show, a star attraction. Moving pictures receive applause and the new bill will be announced soon. At Saturday matinee Tinymite carries a boy on his back while Jocko the baboon lends a loan.
A tramp imprisoned in Fredonia’s village lock-up sawed a hole in the door and escaped recently, authorities report. The fugitive fled the village, prompting a search by local police and surrounding stations.
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