Ruths steal in 1926 World Series a proper play
In the final ninth inning Ruth attempted to steal second with two outs as the Yankees trailed St Louis. A perfect throw by catcher O Farrell nailed Ruth on a disputed decision, ending the game and spurring debate on whether the steal was the correct strategic move given the odds and Meusel at bat.
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Bob Meusel
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Meus
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Yanks
Haines
Meusel
New York
Babe
Ruth the Hero Domination Marks 1926 Series
Ruth hit four homers and drew 11 walks in the fall classic, a record haul that overshadowed errors by Koenig and Mensel in the final game. Babe’s power defined the series as Frederick A C lines up its own schedule and club formation.
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Koenig
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Pyle Touted As Another Tex Rickard
The article profiles C. C. Pyle, once a movie-house manager, now a rising sports promoter who signed Grange and built a professional troupe with top tennis players and a planned world tour. It compares him to Tex Rickard, noting his rapid rise, bold bets, and plans for a high prize open net tournament in New York or Los Angeles next February.
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Mr. Pyle
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Crimson
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Kyle
Hite Ulnats Picture Theatre
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Chamnion
Tengier Browne
Vincent Richards
Howard Kinsey
Paul Feret
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Snodgrass
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Simon Pures
Madison Square Garden
Mr. Pyles
New York
Los Allgles
Tex
Tex Richard
Richard
Goldfield
New
Philly
4 Little Picture House
Lenglea
Richards
Browne
Martinsburg Pros and the Alexandrina Dreadnaughts clash
A local card lists team rosters and members for a forthcoming match. Players include Cave y Nicodetmus Kent Greenwalt Bob ove Alton Lipps Poss Jonc Rudy Crouse Milt Schacile John Ter Austin Worthy Roger Yinger Wills Frank Carter Charles Ross Skeet Hoffman and Bal Freed.
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Iffmmphries
Martinsburg
Dome Bush to Manage Pittsburgh Nationals in 1927
Owen J Bush known as Donte, formerly of Indianapolis and Washington, signs a one year contract to manage the Pittsburgh Nationals in 1927. He succeeds Bill McKechnie after his dismissal announced by President Dreyfuss. Bush previously skippered the Indianapolis team for three seasons and played shortstop for Detroit. The Los Angeles club won the Pacific Coast League pennant this year.
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Indanapolis American Association
Pittsburgh Natonals
Bush
Bill McKechnie
Dreyfuss
Sam D Dreyfuss
Pittssburgh Ehib
Indianapolis
Washington Senators
Detroit
Los Angeles
Maine Football Club Salaries and Multinational Team Hopeful
Salaries for college football coaches span 6000 to 15000 dollars yearly while the University of Maine roster features fifteen nationalities. As bowling season begins, organizers aim to unite interested players for concrete action and progress.
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University of Maine
Racing Meeting Today At Empire City Yonkers
Racing events include Empire City meet at Yonkers and Kentucky Jockey Club at Latonia. Maryland State Fair Association at Laurel and Fairmount Jockey Club at Collinsville. Ohio State Jockey Club meets at Cleveland. Chicago hosts the second day of its six day cycling event.
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Empire City Racing Aesn
Yonkers
Kentucky Jockey Club
Latonia
Maryland State Fair aAssn
Laurel
Fairmount Jockey Club
Collinsville
Ohio State Jockey Club
Cleveland
Chicago
Ward Proposes Senior Junior League for Rivalry Boost
A commentator suggests forming another league with senior and junior divisions to spark stronger competition and raise interest in the races, noting that a two-tier setup could improve matchups and spectator enthusiasm.
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Ward
Martinsburg Blue Sox consider Steamer Johnson for manager
Martinsburg baseball authorities have received an application from Steamer Johnson to manage the Blue Sox next season. He previously pitched for Martinsburg in 1924 and worked in independent ball last year. No decision until appropriate time. Dave Black unlikely to resign if he agrees again.
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Martinsburg
Johnson
Blue Sox
Steamer
Dave Black
Major league managers poised for turnover this season
Open season for league managers with six likely new leaders. Three firings already occurred MecKechnie in Pittsburgh Fletcher in Philadelphia and Sister in St Louis. Lee Fohl to be dismissed by Boston with poor Red Sox showing Ty Cobb may retire and Tris Speaker possibly not returning to Cleveland.
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New York
MecKechnie
Pittsburgh
Fletcher
Philadelphia
Sister
St. Louis
Lee Fohl
Boston
Reg Sox
Ty Cobb
Tris Speaker
Cleveland
The Corner Rivalry Marks Yearly Thanksgiving Game
The Corner Pennsylvania game has held a long tradition since 1893 except during 1917 and 1918 war years. It remains a notable Thanksgiving gridiron attraction showcasing historic football rivalry and continuity.
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