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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1909

Page

12

Tigers Thank Thome Bowlers at Emerson’s Big Five Event

Detroit Tigers bowling squad extends thanks through Enis city papers for generous treatment by Mr Emerson and associates at Emerson's alleys and Bismarck supper. The event, praised by players, strengthened ties with San Antonio fans and sets up a return match next week.

Detroit Baseball Club Enis City Emerson Big Five Bismarck Tigers Eall South San Antonio Deroit Tigers Menger Hotel Marely

Ty Cobb Welcomes Young Cobb to Detroit Debut

Ty Cobb lauds 22 year old Tyrus Cobb as a fast and skilled addition to the Detroit club. The rookie arrives for the morning workout and will play in today’s game after a warm welcome from the team.

TY Cobb Detroit Cobb Leon Mayer Wayne Tyrus Gisnty

Sudhoff Executes Notable Trick Play in Browns Context

A spectator recounts Bill Sudhoff devising a clever trick play during a Browns game. Sudhoff feigned pitching then sprinted to second while Cy Young, on base, advanced runners and was later caught between bases. The witnessed moment showcased Sudhoff's timing and situational awareness, highlighting a rare big league move.

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Scheme to speed baseball games garners attention coast to coast

San Francisco reports Pacific Coast Baseball League President J Cal Ewing claims a new scheme called the fast game fund aims to speed play and reduce interruptions between innings. If successful, shares go to players with the fastest season average, backed by Comiskey and others in American leagues.

San Francisco, Cal Pres. J. Cal. Ewing Pacific Coast Baseball League Ewing Golms Marnates Rio Y Camag San Francisco Chas Momistey Comiskey Hera Cominkey Jeagiy

Training Camp Reports and Roster Notes

News from the training camp details two days of practice as spring illness fades and the team looks solid. Manager Hughey Jennings notes Irish-themed enthusiasm from a Grand audience, while Captain Schaefer returns injured but improving. Jennings may add former pitchers Kilian Mullin Willett as games approach. Donavan and Cobb narrative imply bullpen plans. The Branchy infield shows improvement as Laditte joins from Jersey City to bolster the pitching staff.

Hughey Jennings Robert Edmett Jennigs Detroit

Donlin Not Worth Large Salary, Despite Skills

Amid winter talk and team doubts, Donlin’s $8000 price tag draws critics who say he cannot carry a club alone. Comparisons to McGraw’s support highlight a season full of risk for owners who must insure players, with Donlin’s top relation to the New York elite under scrutiny.

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Emerson OK Five Wins Outing At Kaerson's

Emerson's five took the fall out of the game night at Kaerson's, totaling 24a 217 percent in a series that kept the Tigers within reach. Melmyile led with 527 for the series and 14 in one game, while Emmerson averaged 167 per game as the top teammate.

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Good Getaway in Turner Ladies League

Mira Wiedenfeld's team had a strong showing in both games yesterday afternoon. The first game featured solid serving from Mike Wiedenfeld's side, while the second game ended 87 85 with Wiedenfeld contributing key points. Members listed include Cloeck Hovtling, Welker, Seidel, Crembler, Sechendel, Gussman, Rich ey, Nord eu, and others.

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Twesner's Jokers Triumph in Turner Bowling League

Twesner's Jokers chase Wuss from top spot by taking both games against Gies. Dolaig and Hontresa rolled four spare strikes, Dullaig added two spares, and Ore alley cleared ten times. Other standout players include Lobinfeller Leitner and Tatler. First game Lasster.

Twesner Dota Drlaig Hontresa Dullaig Lobinfeller Leitner Tatler Gam Lasster

Elected Pilot for Fourth Time Memphis Baseball Leader

Charlie Babb, longtime manager of the Memphis team, has been unanimously elected leader for the fourth time. The former minor leaguer and ex National League figure, once linked to a pennant throw to Atlanta, rose from Brooklyn origins to guide the squad with a reputation for developing young stars and steering big leaguers like Geo Liebhardt and Nichol Shnon Bolivar.

Memphis Charlie Babb Stockdale Atlanti Cy Young Babh Brooxly Babs Geo Liebhardt Nichol Shnon Bolivar

Jokers and Zuaus Lineup At Local Match

Lineups feature Jokers with captain A Lassner and teammates Lassner Low ther Lobmuéller Dilling Wiarton Tengg Seidel Jolbasso Ken dall. Zuaus led by captain W Zizelman with Mont Tess Zngercber Leitner Herweck Boichanne Runge Reis ner. Umpire A Gloeckner Scorer I Wiedenfeld. The text ends with a trade proposal and mentions Theo Artzt orchestra.

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Lions and Wolves Rally In St Joseph League Match

In a chummy St Joseph League game the Lions and Wolves battled with key performances from Jaeckle and Neugebauer. The Wolves lineup featured captain Joeckle at 205 pounds and 38 points in a hard fought contest amid delays and rough play.

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