01 Aug 1912
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1912
Page
1
Catholic Union wins the Sunset League crown with a strong team effort. Key players like Lynskey and Swasey contributed notable plays, while Berette and DeRonhe delivered strong defensive and offensive moments. The match featured tight defense, solid pitching from Dandensai, and late-game pushes that sealed the victory.
The South African runner McArthur, famed for winning the Olympic marathon, may visit America after a postponed Greśep warathon due to police troubles. He later went to England for another event delayed by King Edward's death. In Pretoria, a police officer watched as McArthur finished the race, the crowd cheering, wreaths awarded.
In a rugged game the Elks and PLC U. W. exchange early runs with errors and hits. Key plays include Kincaid scoring on a passed ball, DeRoehn turning a double play, and Sorette driving in runs with a productive hit as both sides trade innings. Swasey, Estabrook, and Frederick contribute offensive moments while pitching and fielding keep the score close.
On July 31 Washington reports the Secretary of War lauding Col. Charles Gaither of the Maryland National Guard for leading the American rifle team to a sweeping victory at the Pan American competition in Buenos Aires. He noted American riflemen and workmanship showed superiority in Stockholm.
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