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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 06, 1909

Page

7

Harvard Students Learn Baseball From Matthewson

Cambridge mass March report on Christy Mathewson coaching Harvard pitchers and fielders. He demonstrates pitching grips, arm actions, and fielding drills, stressing control, readiness, and proper throwing. The methodical coach trains five pitchers, revising delivery and stance to build a balanced, resilient team.

Cambridge Mass Chrisson Harvard Giants Matty Lansing Christy Careta Trey Stricks Matthawson Yietin Catcher

Buck Harris brings odd tale to spring practice

Buck Harris returns for spring practice with the Bronchos and recounts a tale of a Tennessee mountaineer who trained a catfish to swim in a tub until it drowned. The piece also profiles Bill James, a mountains man turned Boston American player, detailing his antics and feats in football and baseball with humorous, anecdotal color.

Buck Harris Buck Ill James Boston Americans Bil Flecher Shreveport Fischer Bill Pyell Mrdmds Bhi American Association Columbus

Pennant Raised at Bleckle Park for 1908 Champions

A large pennant for the 1908 champions hangs at Bleckle Park with embossed letters reading Champions 1908. A 61-foot pole and 26-foot long pennant billow with pride as fans anticipate the season opening and the home atmosphere it brings. The scene underscores local town pride as supporters point to the pole as proof of success. Hood's Sarsaparilla is mentioned as a relief for tired fans.

Bron TV Bleckle Park

Breaths and big hopes spark spring join in Flint area

A pair of new players arrive at headquarters early this morning and stir talk of a strong infield. Charley Lehman reports a tall pitcher Main from Flint and young outfielder Fields from Quincy, while Quick returns to the field after time away.

Charley Lehman Cap Charley Harry Fields Main Jehoshephat Harry Ables Flint Mich Fields Quincy Ill Little Rock Morenel Artz Dolly

Championship clash set as Med school faces Feacock

Munterscholas- Un league final arrivals. Med school and Feacock meet at Flecitic Park at 4 14 in a bid for the title after each side split their prior two playoff games. Herbert Scott remains ineligible for High while Feacock hints at a surprise.

Med School Feacock Munterscholas- UN Flecitic Park Wai Herbert Scott Peascock Toole

Bonn Avon Wins in Girls League

Bonn Avon defeated Turner six to two in a regular girls basketball game marked by tight defense and fouls against Turner. Miss Reed led Bonn Avon with assists and pressure, while Mitt Frochel struggled to find the basket. a remaining game between High School and Thomas could force a playoff for the pennant. The Delawares beat Bonham 8 to 4 in another hot contest.

Kamenassitis Bonn Avonn Turner Reed van Avon Fiese Frochel Tengue High School Thomas Delawares Bonham

Krisch Stars to Clash with Soldiers at Krlaсh Park

Tomorrow afternoon at Krlaсh Park the Krisch Stars and Battery A from the post will play a friendly pall game. Both teams are well matched and a corking contest is expected. Also offering phaetons carriages and real estate services nearby.

Krisch Stars Krlach's Park Krigsch Stars and

Riedner’s bowlers dominate in Thener league night

Riedner’s team secured a decisive 10 pin win after a rough start by Haneisen’s squad. Key performers included Riedner Philips Dukes Gohlboek Keller Froch and Tolle with strong showings by Tinm and Huttenots. The page also lists scores, lineups, and a formal insurance notice from Texas.

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