J Plaw Spoils Second Doublebill After Rain Ends
Rain ended the second doublebill and J Plaw delivered the spoilage of the program. Local turnout and results were reported with the day’s changes affecting planned events and schedules.
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1920
Page
3
Rain ended the second doublebill and J Plaw delivered the spoilage of the program. Local turnout and results were reported with the day’s changes affecting planned events and schedules.
Standings for the Blue Ridge League with today’s schedule: Frederick at Waynesboro, Martinsburg at Chambersburg, and Hanover at Hagerstown. Yesterday’s results show two games postponed due to rain and one tied contest. the Hustlers faced delays in Waynesboro with half games completed.
Mrs D F Davis of South Market cultivates sugar corn praised for fine variety and quality. She is said to hold the city record for growing the first sugar corn in ten consecutive years.
Evan Miller of Troy New York is nicknamed Evan the Boiler maker for his hard hitting style at bat and strong fielding. His power and energy drive the team as fans note his fierce play. Tomorrow: Clarence Blethen.
Stratton spoke to Public Opinion after his first game with Hagerstown yesterday saying he liked Eddie Hooper as manager but felt betrayed by President Henninger who promised carfare from Taft California. He criticized the club for not paying travel money and noted his strong performance despite frustrations. Also noted were moves involving Brophy to Martinsburg and lingering changes around Mills and Morris with Faye added on trial.
The Yankees of the Blue Ridge face a hard schedule as multiple players miss time with injuries. Frederick’s Hustlers, led by Buck, battle through lineup changes while Steadfast spirit keeps their pennant hopes alive amid a grueling late season stretch across Waynesboro, Hanover, Martinsburg, Chambersburg, and neighboring towns.
Sport comment notes 1 067 paid admissions in Hanover last Saturday. Gene Hanks, former Hagerstown coach and player, signed with Mercerburg for the Blue Ridge League. Kelleher released by Ramsey and gone to Hanover. Current roster includes Ramsey, Buckland, King, Brethon, Hartranft, Hagerty, Miller, Larson, Lodge, Gosker, Phoenix, Wilhide, Drey, Gardner, Stevens. Water-filled piles near third base line pose risk. urge removal to prevent injuries.
Hearing reports George Strawsberger was arrested by Officer Winpigler on a fighting charge and ordered to appear in police court tonight. The incident involved a man named Heffner who allegedly attacked Strawsberger with a stone, with Heffner described as the aggressor. OU. ALM Initiation Tonight Frederick Council No 118 UAM hosted by Jeff erson Council No 137 with four candidates to be initiated. Delegation expected from Mt Airy Council and several candidates anticipated.
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