White Sox Rally Wins Game To Take Lead In Series
Chicago Americans erase deficit with seventh inning burst then push ahead in eighth to defeat the New York Nationals 8 to 4 before 27,323 fans at Comiskey Park. Gandil and Collins spark a late rally as Sallee leaves mound. Purdue defeats Depauw 7-6 in Lafayette.
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Chicago Woes Despite Four Catches By Kauff Ingrimant
Chicago and New York clash as the Athletics tally seven runs late while the Cubs drop a 8 to 3 decision. Kauff and Felsch post two base hits, Gandil drives in two, and Sallee hurls two strong innings before Chicago fades. The game features errors, walks, and a lengthy bullpen effort.
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Whig Crowd Cheers as White Sox Win World Series
A large crowd gathered around The Whig office Saturday afternoon to hear the world series bulletins. The White Sox defeated the Giants in Chicago to claim the win and the crowd cheered as the final moments produced the tie and victory. Telegraph coverage by Associated Press was strong, and The Whig will provide baseball updates Monday at 2 PM Eastern, 1 PM Central.
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Nebraska Destroys Iowa to Open Season 47-0
Lincoln Neb Oct 14 Nebraska University opened its season with a 47 to 0 win over Iowa. Nebraska built a 34 point lead in the first half with a dominant attack. The third quarter was hard fought with no scoring. Minnesota Beats South Dakota State 64-9 in Minneapolis. The Gophers used strong ground games and only one successful forward pass amid fumbling and penalties.
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Creighton Beats Drake 12-3 in Saturday Football
In Omaha Creighton university defeated Drake university of Des Moines 12 to 3. Creighton built two touchdowns in the second and third periods on forward passing while Drake managed a single field goal in the third quarter kicked by Stuhl.
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Giants and White Sox head to New York for Monday game
The World Series schedule shifts with no game today as both teams move toward New York for Game Six on Monday afternoon. The White Sox lead 3 2, and if the Giants win Monday the series ties at three games each, forcing a seventh game to decide the championship. The Giants earned the right to choose the venue for the decisive game by winning the coin flip in Chicago Saturday.
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Missouri Tigers Suffer Narrow 7 6 Loss at Columbia
Kansas Agricultural football team defeated Missouri 7 to 6 in Columbia. Fincs scored on a third period touchdown, Rendels converted the kick, while Missouri answer came on Slusher's fourth period TD. A note mentions reduced sulphur exports by Catania in early 1917 versus 1916.
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No Three-I Ball If War Continues
Henry Riedel, baseball head in Han nibal, states there will be no Three-I league baseball if the war extends through next spring. He notes a possible return if the war ends, but those tied to the Three-I won’t risk it. The National Association of Minor League Baseball clubs meets in Louisville next month where Tearney will propose territorial changes.
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Too-Mile Auto Race At Baldwin Park Today
Hundreds of out of town visitors arrive for the 100 mile auto race in Baldwin park at 2 PM engineered by Roy Martin of the Keokuk Racing association. Many well known cars and drivers entered. Martin expects a thrilling event and a large crowd. this may be Quincy’s last chance this year to see such a race.
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Chicago U Wins From Vanderbilt in Clean Victory
Chicago Illinois October 14 University of Chicago crushed Vanderbilt 48 to 0 in a straight football win. Coach Staggs green team used a line shift to undo Vanderbilt as only in the third period did the visitors threaten. Vanderbilts only sustained offense came after a long punt recovery but Chicago defense held firm. The Maroons relied on a strong backfield and completed only three passes, all by Vanderbilt, none of which found their mark.
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Ohio State Defeats Northwestern 40 to 0 in Conference Opener
In Columbus Ohio State University overwhelmed Northwestern University with a strong defense and overpowering offense to win 40 to 0 as the opening Western Conference game of the season. Northwestern incurred penalties for offside and repeated infractions, while Ohio State showcased a dominant performance from start to finish.
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