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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1916

Page

7

Boston Takes Third From Brooklyn in World Series Showdown

New York, Oct. 12 Boston Americans beat Brooklyn Nationals 6 to 2 in the fourth game, moving series to 1-1 with a decisive win at Ebbetts Field. Gardner homered and Leonard steadied the mound as Boston surged late, while Brooklyn fumbled at critical moments. The page notes plans for a Brav es Field rematch and hints at a record crowd on Columbus Day as Boston eyes the title.

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Gardner Hits His Second Home Run For Red Sox

Lawrence Gardner of the Red Sox hit his second home run of the season on Wednesday afternoon. A seven year veteran, he is the team’s best batter and the only regular hitting over .300. A Vermont graduate from 1907, he began at the University of Vermont, starred there, joined Boston in 1908, and later moved to third base. Born in Enosburg Falls, Vermont, he is now thirty and highly regarded for speed, fielding, and reliability, with notable contributions in the 1912 and 1915 World Series.

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Single G Victor Wins Lexington Pace in Four Heats

In Lexington Kentucky on October 12 Single G with Geers up captured a popular victory in the free for all pace at the Kentucky Trotting Horse Breeders Association meet after four heats. Ben Earl won the first heat and Hal Boy the second. Geers then led Single G to victory in heats three and four with times 2:08 and 2:04 respectively. The 2:15 pace unfinished from Tuesday was won by Queen Hal after overnight delays. Other races included minor placings and times across the card.

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Michigan Football Dominates Wisconsin 54 to 0

In Ann Arbor Michigan pummeled Wisconsin 54 to 0 as Coach Yost rested starters and fielded many substitutes. The win followed a season opener bowling note where St Francis students started their bowling season with scores, and Michigan sealed the big victory with overpowering rushing and a stout defense.

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Boston Wins Third Boston. Players- AB. R,H. Po. A. EL, Hooper, rf

Boston and Brooklyn clash as Boston takes a 3-2 win in a nine inning tilt. Johnston homered for Brooklyn while Lewis and Cutshaw fueled Boston with key hits and Gardner drove in runs. Pitchers Leonard Marquard Cheney and Rucker held early offense, with Boston seizing the decisive momentum in late innings.

Game by Innings Boston vs Brooklyn baseball summary

The narrative details the first six innings of a Boston vs Brooklyn game. Key moments include Marquard and Cheney pitching transitions, Beaton Hoblitzell and Lewis scoring on Gardner's home run, multiple hits, walks, and defensive plays across both teams. The score progresses with two runs in the first, three in the second, and one in the fifth, while third and fourth innings feature several outs and strategic plays.

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Quincy High School Opens Gridiron Season Friday

Quincy High School to play on Friday as the gridiron season opens. The matchup features a local league rival in a season kickoff game with expectations for a strong start.

Eleven Has Improved Team Ready For Kirksville Clash

Quincy High School opens football season at League Park Friday against Kirksville in a renewed rivalry. After two losses to Macomb and Shelbina, the eleven are in better condition and confident, with upcoming games set at Galesburg October 21, Burlington October 29, and Keokuk November 11, boasting the best schedule of the past decade.

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Want to Buy the Brooklyn Ball Team New York

Oct 12 James E Gatiney a former Boston National League owner said he would buy the Brooklyn club if Charles H Ebbets would set a reasonable price Another potential buyer is Charles L Feltman a Coney Island restaurant proprietor who has held talks with Ebbets about purchasing the team

Brooklyn New York James E Gatiney Charles H. Eberots Mr. Ebbets Charles L. Feltman Coney Island

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