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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1917
Page
7
Schalk's passed ball and Sei bold's muff of fly help Cleveland win, as the Indians blank Rowland's gang and control the game from the start.
Cleveland shuts out Chicago 3 to 0 as Speaker hits a triple and scores on a wild pitch. Roth and Evans support Bagby’s pitching while Seibold, Risberg and Murphy contribute. Game details include errors, hits, and pitching lines with Cleveland taking the win. An editorial remark about girls and kisses appears at the end.
The Davenport club three eye league sale of outfielder Graham to Quincy and outfielder O'Brien to Nashville is upheld by the National Association of Professional Leagues as reported to Three-Eye league president Tearney. Harry E. Jarrett, Alton club owner, had claimed the players.
Readers seek clarity on the Advertisers roster as Waring plans a mixed lineup. Veterans and six rookies compete for pitching and infield spots with cuts looming after early training. Manager Waring aims for balance, listing likely regulars and probable cuts as spring drills begin.
April 27 Pittsburgh Nationale defeated the social club of the Central league in a ten inning game here 4 to 2. Batteries Mails Jacobs and Wagner, Collindaffer Clark Carpenter and Lundlgi. The state of Nebraska observes its semi centennial this spring.
Progressive gun clubs in Chicago consider a six month trapshooting contest to crown Chicago’s champion. Semimonthly shoots cover 24 targets at 16 18 and 20 yards and 12 pairs from 16 yards. Trophies for top scores by yardage and overall winner, with emphasis on preparedness and public interest.
Parks in 12 midwestern and western cities host rudimentary trap courses as promoters push the sport. Chief Bender and C P Hurlburt are noted Indian shooters, with potential for two Indians to contest national titles if Bender wins Pennsylvania’s championship. The Interstate association plans to run most tournaments, emphasizing development of shooting.
Perspective on Art Fletcher of the Giants. Praises his hitting and fielding, noting his consistency and underrated value compared with peers like Maranville, Bancroft, Bush, and Peckinpaugh. Mentions his 1911 319 season, 286 last year, and McGraw’s willingness to keep him over other shortstops.
Yesterday results show Chicago 4 7 8 and Cincinnati 6 7 2 with rain affecting Boston Brooklyn New York Philadelphia games. Today Boston at Brooklyn New York at Philadelphia Cincinnati at Pittsburgh Chicago at St Louis. yesterday Cleveland 3 6 0 and Chicago 0 7 1 with rain. St Louis Detroit Philadelphia New York rain. today Cleveland at Chicago St Louis at Detroit Philadelphia at New York Washington at Boston.
American Association notes rough opening as Milwaukee hosts Columbus on wet grounds. Teams post mixed results with Milwaukee at 2-8-0 and Columbus at 12-2 in early standings while Kansas City 4-11-2, Louisville 1-8-3, Minneapolis 6-8-1, Indianapolis 3-9-1, and St. Paul Toledo contend in soggy conditions.
A Western League game was postponed due to wet field conditions caused by steady rain. Players and officials adjusted plans as rain continued to dampen the outfield and infield, delaying start times and awaiting better playing surface conditions.
Manager Tough Jennings of the Detroit Americans critiques New York Nationals and predicts finish order for the American League. Renny Leonard promises a rematch with Richie Mitchell after a 7 round KO. Jack Dillon rests due to appendicitis. Dik Jlon versus Charley Weinert canceled. Morris Dunne leaves athletics for military school. Don Bathack to military college.
Local residents near the horse racing park used by the Omaha Driving club move to enjoin its use alleging nuisance to the neighborhood. The club belongs to the Iowa Nebraska Minnesota circuit the Nebraska Speed association and the Great Western circuit.
An old advertisement urges stopping lingering coughs with Dr Bell Pine Tar Honey. It claims soothing pine balsams loosen phlegm heal irritated membranes glycerine eases tender tissues and promotes easier breathing. Warns against neglecting lingering coughs as dangerous and notes antiseptic formula and 25 cent price.
Robert L Ripley reports Jimmy Britt plans a final ring fling to meet Hartling Nelson. Britt says he is fit and nostalgic, recalling past bouts, earning about a quarter million from their contests and hinting at a two decade old rivalry renewed for fun rather than money.
Chicago April 27 letters mailed to bankers statewide and to farmers to boost the food supply. Ernest L Grant and Dudley Grant Hayes urge schools to aid by placing high school boys in farm work, with posters urging contact to the board of education farm and garden bureau. An Argentine Chamber of Commerce plans to be formed in Madrid.
Cincinnati won 6 to 4 in Chicago with long hits guiding the comeback. Ruthher bat for Deal tripled with bases loaded in the sixth. Groh hit a eighth inning homer and three Cincinnati triples aided the victory marked by timely hits and errors by Chicago.
Springfield, April 20. The old age pension bill introduced by Representative Garesche of Madron County was reported out for favorable action by the house judiciary committee. Garesche said he would push the bill this session despite doubts of passage. Senate passage: ban on appropriating $150 for a commission to investigate pension laws was approved. Senator Lant’s bill to appropriate $1000 for the Corn Chronics' association also passed unanimously.
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