Shibe Defends Ball Controls in Baseball Debate
Tom Shibe, Philadelphia ball maker, disputes claims of a livelier ball. He says there has been no change in ball construction since 1902 and blames pitchers for increased power. Shibe contends the issue lies in hitters chasing homers and the cork center remains unchanged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Shibe
Ton Shiba
Philadelphia
Alspures
John McGraw
Shibe
Ruth
Gerriz
Simmons
Pere
Nowsdars
Record totals in historic basebalL doubleheader noted
The article cites a doubleheader where a team posted 23 runs and 28 hits, a historic high in major league play since 1901. It compares this to scattered single-game records by other teams and leagues, including the Yankees and Phillies, with mentions of famed dates and performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillies
St. Louis Cayfinals
Chicago Nationals
Louisville
Tankees
Cleveland
Med Sox
George Hy Mutnes
Michigan-Motarion Baseball Singee
New
Nek
Mutnes
Killion Femm
Nabe Ruth
Ty Gubb
Kim Custer
Thomas Tipton
Watkee
Niters
San Francisco Girl Sets World Throwing Record in Pacific Meet
Vivian Hartwick, a fifteen year old girl from San Francisco, broke the women’s baseball throwing record at a Pacific Association event in Vallejo. She reportedly threw 259 feet 6 inches, establishing a new mark. Silsa Hartwick is noted as the town’s master of the Beale for the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vivian Hartwick
San Francisco
Pacific Assoc
Bison
Vallejo
Silsa Hartwick
Maranville Delights Fans With Rabbit Capers in Doubleheader
Nick Altch and Bobact faced Rabbit Maranville who delivered a one man show full of color and humor in the first game. He stumped the umpires with his antics as he nabbed hits at first base and shortstop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maranville
Robin
Golag
Fata
Cave
Rabbit
Ay Cuney
Nick Altesch
Baseball notes from the International and major leagues
A乱mixed early baseball roundup notes Altrock and pitchers drawing down, trades involving Paul Zahniser and Arthur Tube, Babe Ruth exhibition gate context, Nick Portelli and other signings, John McDonald purchase, Johnny Newn sale, Frank Emmer and Dancy base runners, three spitball pitchers in the National League, Kiefer acquired from Texas, stadium work at Notre Dame, Levna Ent signing with Cardinals, Connie Mack on Hee Have Tra, Mule and Harper aging stars, and other scattered league updates.
Baseball vexed college problem at Yale University
A 19th century report discusses growing disinterest in college baseball at Yale, noting crowding fields, shifting priorities, and reduced opportunities for varsity play. The piece laments declining interest and Blocked prospects for athletic programs amid university athletics reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
College Baxebitl
George JH Nertieton
Central
Yate University
Allele Axspekton
Snadat
Wen Fruid
College
Paketull
Duulbriens
Elise
Bletchers
Hut
Yale
Sporting Sauibs Tile Announces Eight Football Attics for 1929 Season
A garbled report lists eight football attics for the 1929 season and references West Point artillery, George Le Pallin, Leo Lermond, and multiple sports including golf, track, swimming, and javelin. It mentions American progress in France, various schools, and a 14 25 second high hurdle record.
Vogue for Brown Dominates Angora Hats in Paris Styles
Fashion notes celebrate brown’s season dominance with angora hats and brown ensembles. Describes jackets, skirts, and accessories from Worth and contemporary Paris trends, highlighting brown coats, straw hats, and velvet touches, with emphasis on chic, masculine and feminine contrasts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Worth
Witeh Fas
Worth
Ogden airport to get night landing beacon
Ogden report notes a 2,500,000 candle-power beacon light at the airport, managed by Harold B. Tripp, expected to be ready for night operations this coming period. Farmington flood damages cited from sudden heavy rain on Sunday caused property loss and washed out a state highway.
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Ogden
Harold B. Tripp
Farmington
Farmington Front
Davin Creek
Logan
Harry O. Parker
Cache County
Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge
Parte
David H. Maden
Madsen
Daye
Myton
Pleasant Grove
Aee
Canning Company
Uintah
Indiana
Spanish Fork
P. Marhanh
A. Batt Cp
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Holy Cross Stars
Ray Dobens
Frank Nekolu
Bsbe
Mome Rua
Eadie Cicatte
Lek Altrock
Senators
Paul Zahniser
Piteher
Toronto Era
Arthur Tubeae
Babe Ruth
Guilimore Orintes
Phiadelphia
Athletica
Iamed Oatfeler
Nick Portelli
Tinamington
Jeane
Cleveland Tridians
John McDonald
Burlington Club
Mississippi Valley League
Johnny Newn
Detroit
Toledo Chub
Ggsneration
Baltimore Clu
Interna Vangleague
Frank Emmer
Maneupats
Feed Dancy
Indianapolis
Upton
National Teague
Rutlefeh Grimes
Pittstargh
Parares
Clarence ‘Mitchett
Dant
St. Louis Cardinals
Joe Kiefer
Texas Seague
Atlucto
Cidet Viking
Shrovepart
Trxan
Notre Dame
South Bend
Yonetion
Levnna Ent
Cule Bageman
Onachitn
Colferetewan
Arkarlelphia
Ark
Fehno
Cardinal Tarma
Connie Mack
George “Hee
Mesasevani Aelder
the Mule
Boston Braves
Rabbit” Maronvile
George Harper
Georg Islor
Murry Reibeld
Jack Sauith
Sporting Sauibs
West Point Artillary
Dupe
George le Pallin
Les Am Keles
Calif
Jack Kyler
Prack Authority
Picka Leo Lermond
Thirey
Glens
New York
Eneiog
Brayn Stupes
Amsterdam
Cinlland
Aly Ty Wit
Ee Arne Porg
Sirwiten
Lark Jeter
Honolulu
Baste
Taint Thomsen
Appapalla
Paris
Mag
Niko Funthoy
Angora
Ray
Amg
Mart Frente
Tull Bottomley
VBA
Warren Memertoer Unnie
Lewe
News
Des
Utah
Utah State Road Commission
Matt
Bet Tay
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