Giants Tie Historic 21-Game Winning Streak in Doubleheader
New York Giants sweep St Louis to extend their unbeaten run to 21 straight victories, breaking the 1884 Providence Nationals record. Perritt, ex-St Louis pitcher, struck out nine as he beat his old teammates 6 to 2 in the nightcap, while the first game ended 1 to 0.
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Football subject at OHS assembly highlights pep
High school assembly centered on football with D L Musselman of Gem City Business College recounting Quincy High history. Board of education member and retiring coach Lineberger praised Kirk as coach while Superintendent Charles M Gill urged boys to try out and the school to support the team with regular practice. Todd Kirk spoke briefly calling for school cooperation.
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A Bad Summer for Children
An notice warns of unusual sickness among children this summer and urges keeping bowels open and liver active. Foley Cathartic Tablets are promoted as a safe relief for indigestion headaches biliousness sour stomach and bad breath caused by clogged bowels. Miller Arthur Drug Co. advertises the product.
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Company F Men Confident Ahead of Regimental Shoot
Members of Company F, set to represent the unit in the Springfield regimental shoot next weekend, express confidence after a strong practice. In Sunday trials captain E L Wingerter scored 146, sergeants Shumate 143 and Balzer 141, corporal Heidbreder 139, private W H Smith 133, total 702 of 1500 possible, with Shumate and Balzer among top scorers.
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Frank Balzer
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W. H. Smith
Awarded damages for injury to trotting horse Gay Audubon
In Albany on September 26 a court of claims ruling awarded James Y. Gatcomb $12 834 for damages from an accident at the Syracuse state fair race track in 1913. A contractor’s cable across the track injured the horse during training. Gay Audubon previously trotted a mile in 2 03 34 and later in 2 14 14 after the accident.
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Detroit pitcher Ehmke leads minor league strikeouts
Howard Ehmke, newly acquired by Detroit Americans from Syracuse of the New York State league, topped the minor leagues with 12 halfmeone victories this season. He blanked every club in the league at least once, a feat unmatched even by Grover Cleveland Alexander who previously starred in the New York circuit.
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Jennings and Yost Friends in Detroit Soccer Stadium
Hugh Jennings, manager of the Detroit baseball club, and Fielding H. Yost, Michigan football coach, are noted as strong football and baseball enthusiasts. Both respect the other’s views and agree that the baseball rules should lead the football calendar, with their shared slogan “The best defense is a strong offense” guiding their teams. Jennings praises Cobb, Crawford, and Veach as the league’s top pitching staff.
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Mabel Trask and Queen Hal Take Grand Circuit Wins
In Columbus on September 26 three first-choice contenders dominated the grand circuit trots. Mabel Trask Early Don and Queen Hal swept their stakes in straight heats, with Al McKinney distanced after a strong opening heat in the 2:15 pace first division. Key results include the Chamber of Commerce stake 2:09 trotters won by Mabel Trask and the Devereaux stake 2:15 trotters won by Early Don, with Queen Hal clinching the second division of the 2:15 pace. Time figures noted: 2:06 to 2:09 range in multiple events.
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Jury to Give Verdict Today in Burlington stabbing case
Witnesses describe a three bladed bone handled knife found in the street and identify a suspect as being with the victim at Second and Elm on Sept 17 1916. Patrolman Ernst testifies Dennison claimed robbery and injury near the Burlington station. Dr Otis Johnston details fatal wounds while relatives confirm identification at the Burlington freight house.
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Merle Johnson to join Quincy High football squad
Merle Johnson a former Quincy High school star yesterday announced his decision to play football this season. Johnson is rated as one of the best ends in preparatory school football and will be a valuable addition to the team.
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Club Standings Report From Brooklyn and Other Cities
Standings show Brooklyn 4-8-1 and 4-19-2, Chicago 6-T-1 and 2-8-3, Philadelphia 4-10-0 and Cincinnati 0-7-1, Boston 6-11-1 and 3-5-2, Pittsburgh 0-7-1 and 2-6-2. New York 1-4-0 and 6-6-2. St Louis 0-2-3 and 2-5-1. Today’s games include Pittsburgh at Boston, Chicago at Brooklyn, St Louis at New York, Cincinnati at Philadelphia. Detroit hosting Washington, Cleveland at 0-7-1, Boston 2-7-0. Chicago 5-10-0, New York 1-5-0. In American Association, Minneapolis 9, Milwaukee va. St Paul 4, Kansas City 1.
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Vancouver Trapist Named Among America's Best Shooters
The Vancouver trap shooter, from Washington, earns Amateur Trapshooting Champion of America honors, marking him as one of the top shooters in the United States.
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Vancouver marksman Frank Troeh dominates trapshooting year
Frank M. Troeh of Vancouver Washington earns high honors across Northwest events and shines at the Grand American tournament in St Louis. He breaks 199 of 200 at Portland club and posts a 559 of 600 across all events, securing top averages and national recognition in trapshooting.
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Patterson to coach North Carolina A & T football team
Petroit Michigan September 26 Brit Patterson a versatile athlete from a local high school will coach the North Carolina Agricultural College football team this autumn. He was a star at Washington and Jefferson University last season and is already at Raleigh.
Detroit Hydroplane Seeks Sale to Fund New Boat
Detroit readers learn Miss Detroit, the 1915 national champion hydroplane, will be sold at auction. Proceeds go to form a fund for a new boat, as local enthusiasts aim for a craft capable of around 70 miles per hour.
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Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey Ad Breaks Cold
A vintage fever remedy ad promotes Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey as a quick relief for stuffed heads and tight chests. It claims honey glycerine soothe irritated membranes tar loosens phlegm and breathes easier. Suitable for children and adults, priced 25 cents at any druggist.
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Ruth Strong Beats Cleveland As Boston Wins 9 2
Ruth and Boston batters overpower Cleveland as Boston wins 9 to 2. Cleveland totals match Boston in hits but fail to convert with runners on base in the Sept 26 game in Cleveland.
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Boxing Exhibition Dominates Sulli van Chandler Night
Spect Fowler and Fred Goodwin staged the strongest bout at Baldwin park Monday night as Goodwin drew blood in the final round. Earlier Goodwin beat Luke in four with late rope control, while Sullivan and Chandler offered a showcase of classic punches. Sparse attendance marked the event with Rusty Waite and Joe Clarke coaching.
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Dick Sentinel Wins 2 09 Pace at Sedalia
In Sedalia Missouri on September 26 fair weather helped open the Missouri State Fair racing. The main event 2:09 pace for a $1,000 purse featured Dick Sentinel on Burgit driving to victory across five heats with best time 2 06 14. The Ghost placed second and Strathtell third. Other races included three year old futurity trot won by Peter Arland with best time 2 21 and futurity pace won by Snookums with Mary Viola second. only two starters in that event.
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Boston Takes Pir From Pittsburgh Team
Boston beat Pittsburgh twice on Monday by 5 0 and 3 2 scores. J C Smith had four singles in four at bats driving in a run in the first game. First game: Pittsburgh 7 Boston 5. Second game: Boston 6 Pittsburgh 2. Batteries Grimes Wagner Tyler Blackburn Reulbach Gowdy Mamaux Fischer.
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Boston Americans plan World Series tickets in advance
Boston managers on Monday announced priority mail applications for World Series tickets if Boston retains the league title. Distribution to begin midweek, with a limit of four tickets per applicant. Heine Wagner Jack Barry and Manager Carrigan lead a board of strategy to study the Brooklyn Nationals.
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Dodgers Hold National Lead With Ten inning Win
Brooklyn split with the Chicago Cubs and Brooklyn split with the Cleveland Dodgers manage to hold. Dodgers win in ten innings to remain atop the standings with a dramatic late effort.
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Bruins Take First Game 7 And Superbas Second
Brooklyn split a doubleheader with Chicago. The first game ended 7 to 4 as Marquard allowed the visitors limited runs while Packard struggled early. The second game finished 4 to 2 with Brooklyn pulling ahead on timely hits and strong defense, yielding a pennant race note.
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Phillies Beat Reds 4-0 on Monday
Philadelphia defeated Cincinnati 4 to 0 as Chase doubled and drove in three runs. Batteries Schneider Moseley Huhn Rixey Killifer are listed for the game in this early, incomplete box score.
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Washington Defeats Detroit In Loose Game
Washington defeated Detroit 8 to 5 in a loose game on Sept 26, breaking the series. Scores by innings show Washington with 2 0 2 0 1 0 0 and Detroit with 2 0 1 1 0 0 1, with Ayers and Wil pitching for Washington and Dauss James Dubue Stana handling Detroit.
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