Luvisi Signs to Challenge White Sox Catcher Job in Quincy
Luvisi formerly with the Henry Grays, champion semi pro, has signed to report to Ted Waring on April 5. He claims Walker will have to outperform him to win the catching job in Quincy this season. A feud reportedly exists between the Walker and Luvisi families. Waring plans to sign 25 to 30 players for training season opening.
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Waring
Restrain Rickey From Presidency In St Louis
Judge Rhodes E. Cave issued a restraining order preventing Branch Rickey from acting as president of the St. Louis National League company or from entering its employ. The order stops Rickey, then business manager of the St. Louis American League Baseball company, from any such actions.
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American League Baseball Company
Graham to Play with Quincy Team Confirmed
Definite information from Quincy states Bert Graham, signed by Ted Waving but deemed a holdout, will join Quincy. Quincy Fans' Association has maintained Graham would appear but officials say he would not play professional ball unless offered what they deem a prohibitive salary.
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Bert Graham
Ted Waving
Quincy Fans’ Association
Graham
Throwing: Players Juggle Light Ball and Heavy Toss
A clipped observation on baseball throwing quirks, noting some players use a light ball technique while others shove the ball with heavy effort. The piece analyzes mechanics and suggests early coaching insights into improper tossing and batters’ response to grip and release.
Baseball mystery of lead balls puzzling Detroit squad
Waxahachie Texas March 29 Report on how pitchers vary spin and velocity to mislead fielders as Detroit Americans train here The article cites Archie Yelle Hack Spencer Stanage McKee and others debating why some throws float others dive with theories ranging from grip to throwing angle to fingertip spin It notes historic mentions of Malachi Kittridge and the spitball tie to the feared lead ball debate as players prefer not to be hit by odd deliveries
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Oscar Vitt
George Burns
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Potie Bush
Byrne
Alway
Indians Hit Hard In Pinch Hitters Win
New Orleans fell 0 to 9 as Cleveland batsmen, led by strong hitting in late innings, overcame the home team in a brisk baseball contest played Wednesday at New Orleans.
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Giants Cup: New York National First Defeats Dallas 11–0
In Dallas on Wednesday March 29 the New York National first team routed Dallas 11 to 0. The locals’ lone highlight came on a Benton plate hit in the eighth. Zimmerman contributed two doubles and two singles in the convincing victory.
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Giants reach in feeble condition for game with Dallas
In Dallas, Texas the Giants arrived in a weakened state after beating Waco 3 to 2 in nine innings. Benny Kauff reportedly regained his batting form as the club prepared for a contest with Dallas.
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Baseball Tickets On Sale Soon For City Fans
Tickets priced at two dollars will be sold by the Fans' association in the Wells building. Sales begin likely April 11, the night of the association dance. Books cover 60 games with general admission, grandstand seats extra, and single slips may be honored if unused. Blank orders were mailed to stockholders to request tickets. A ladies rest room contract was let and work starts today or tomorrow under the grandstand with facilities similar to major parks. Barney Dreyfus is prepping the grounds for arrivals on April 5, with grass early and a stand hoped for before then.
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Gas Company 10 to Form Baseball Team
Leonis Willing of the Gas company is organizing a company baseball team. Plans call for Sunday and evening practices with likely players from the employer. Probable lineup includes Leonard catching Woilhg pitching Loos at first Sfegen at second Miller at short Strauss at third Jansen Potts and Peek in the garden positions.
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Turner Bowlers Face Challenge Match at Turner Hall
Willis Dick's Majic Wonders bowl ing team challenges Turner team number 2, winner of the Tristate Bowling tournament at Fort Madison, for a Friday night match. Lineups: Majic Wonders Willis Dick Frank Rings deri Charles Demaree Frank Hendrickson Robert Fischer. Team Number Two lid Eiff W. R. McKee 0. Wee Carl Hagemann Fred Darohorst.
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Charles Demaree
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Robert Fischer
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W. R. McKee
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Carl Hagemann
Fred Darohorst
Rickey Has Poor Luck In Traffic Incident
St Louis March 29 Branch Rickey new president of the St. Louis Nationals nearly ran into trouble after a traffic stop. The policeman said Rickey faced arrest for an old license while he claimed to hold a new license. Rickey identified himself and was told to proceed to the police station. Braves Defeat Yanks in Cordele Georgia with 3 40 64 score in abbreviated game.
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Red Sox Beat Superbas in Ten Inning Thriller
In Memphis on March 29 the Boston Americans defeated the Brooklyn Nationals 7 to 5 after ten innings. Key players included Jones Mays Cady Thomas Coombs Meyers Miller and a notable mound effort from both lineups in a tightly contested game.
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Cut This Out It Is Worth Money Paste Coupon Ad
An old advertisement urges readers to cut out a payment coupon and mail it with five cents to Foley & Co. for a trial package of Foley products. The offer promises samples of honey and tar compound for ailments like coughs and croup, Foley Kidney Pills, Foley Cathartic Tablets, and relief for various pains and digestive issues.
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Foundry Offer for Gray Iron and Semi-Steel Castings
Advertises prompt delivery of gray iron and semi steel castings in any quantity. Emphasizes attractive prices to secure tonnage for production needs.
Hannibal Signs Jawn Castle for Three-Blink Season
In Hannibal on March 29, Jawn Castle of Philadelphia arrives to manage the HeeHaw boys in the Three-Blink league. Castle brings improved finances and a strong squad, aiming for high-grade baseball this season. Pitcher James bets on an 18-win season while other sports notes touch on Wolgast, Halas, and coaching changes across colleges.
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Ted Waring
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Army drill tempo in Detroit and minor league notes
Detroit Americans seek drill discipline with Willie Mitchell and "Pep" Young as potential leaders as Sergeant Thorne may depart. Beaumont, Texas training camp praised by manager Mike Kelley for weather-free practice. Joplin Miners begin spring training March 28 at Savage Park with thirty players expected. Johnson: passports denied to Ross Campbell. Minnesota prepares for football losses and ambulance corps. Also: Plank praises curve ball. Downey vs Beecher in Columbus. Griffitha vs Lewis in April. Coveleskie aims for wins. Franklin and trade mentions.
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Willie Mitchell
Pep” Young
Sergeant Thorne
Mitchell
Mississippi Military College
Young
Philadelphia
Detallery
Joplin Miners
Jack Dalton
Savage Park
East Joplin
Miners
Minneapolis
American Association
Parsons
Kansas
Photoplays Today Star-Leonora Ulrich In Her Own People
The Star-Leonora Ulrich feature Her Own People headlines the photoplays lineup along with Belasco Mabel Taliaferro in The Sunbeam and other reels including Rip Van Winkle and Spiders Hizzy Bike.
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Rip van Winkle
Luis Meredith
Savoy
Mary
America
Dean Russell
Highland Park South Pool Construction Progress
Construction of a cement pool south of the Highland Park pavilion is about half finished. At 100 by 160 feet it will include 50 dressing rooms with six lockers each, six showers, towel and check rooms, a rest room, and a balcony for 606 spectators. A guard stand will be center pool, with a children friendly end. Completion expected in three weeks.
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White Sox Defeat Chattanooga For 4-0 Victory
Houston March 29 The Chicago American regulars beat Chattanooga 4 to 0 on Wednesday. Chattanooga managed only three hits off pitchers Faber and Williams while Chicago produced nine hits including a triple by Jack Sor.
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Heavy hitting gives Americans win over Jacksonville 4 3
In Jacksonville on March 29 the Philadelphia Americans defeated Jacksonville 4 to 3 after a strong hitting performance. The pitcher duel produced multiple runs, with key hits from Philadelphia players leading to the comeback.
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Athletics
Jacksonville
Fla
Philadelphia Americans
Adjustable floor device for viewing shoes and skirts
A floor mounted mechanism allowing a woman to examine her shoes or the bottom of her skirt from any desired angle. The device adjusts to the ground and offers versatile positioning for inspection.
Sloan's Liniment Offers Quick Relief for Rheumatism
The advertisement promises fast relief from rheumatism and related pains with Sloan's Liniment a clean liquid that penetrates quickly without rubbing. It claims effectiveness after exposure strains sprains and muscle soreness and recommends keeping a bottle for gout lumbago toothache back ache and stiff neck. At druggists 25 cents.
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Train Hits Auto At Grade Crossing In Fairfield
On Wednesday afternoon a Burlington fast passenger train struck an automobile at Eighth Street grade crossing in Fairfield Iowa. Three men died C C Cart aged 48 De Wollett aged 53 and Earl Hodgen aged 10. Two others injured D A L Howel aged 30 and C Hodgen aged 38. The car failed to stop twenty five feet from the tracks despite brakes. Hodgen was thrown 800 feet and likely dead before impact.
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Japan Recognizes Duma Government Move
Tokio reports on March 20 that Japan has decided to recognize the new Russian government following the Duma reorganization. Officials indicate Tokyo will establish formal diplomatic relations and set up channels with the Russian administration amid postwar realignments.
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