Ed Walsh the White Sox Wonder of Pitching
Ed Walsh, mainstay of the Chicago White Sox pitching staff, is hailed as one of the game's greatest hurlers. The piece compares him to Mathewson and Young, notes his durability, impact on the Sox pennant run, and Comiskey’s praise, with emphasis on his durability and influence.
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W. J. Macbeth
New York
Ed Walsh
Walsh
Christy Mathewson
Cy Young
Boston
Mathewson
White Sox
Callahan
Chicago
Cubs
Charles A. Comiskey
Comiskey
Ty Cobb
Cobb
Matty
Giants
Frank Chance
Chance
Random
Sox
Jack Chesbro
Walsh named White Sox ace in title chase
The piece highlights Walsh as Chicago White Sox pitching ace, with Callahan praising his season form and workload. It discusses potential World Series matchups against the Giants and Yankees, noting the Athletics’ strength but doubts about a Fall showcase. The tone favors Walsh and the White Sox.
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Fielder Jones
Jimmy Callahan
Walsh
Athletics
White Sox
Chicago
Callahan
Yankees
Ban Johnson
New York
Giants
Mathewson
Rube” Marquard
Bender
Coombs
Plank
Flanders Electric Boosts Coasting With Worm Drive
The Flanders Electric claims superior coasting thanks to its worm transmission. It says the drive offers strong hill climbing in cities like Pittsburg Seattle and San Francisco and that electrics coast farther than they climb, maintaining nearly equal range on hills and level ground.
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Flanders Company
Pittsburg
Seattle
San Francisco
Flanders Electric
Detroit
Fraser Auto Company Expands To Sell White Cars
Fraser Auto Supply at 106 108 Jefferson street announces a new San Antonio effort representing White automobiles. Alex Fraser recently secured a Cleveland White contract to sell in the local and surrounding territory, with White cars soon on display. The cars are praised for their integral construction engine efficiency ignition and overall quality, underscoring a strong market position.
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Richmond
Fraser Auto Supply Company
Jefferson Street
Fraser Company
San Antonio
Geome
Alex Fraser
White Company
Cleveland
Fraser
Neral
Cornell Star Jones Renounces Olympic Bid for Cash
Ithaca May 18 Cornell track star John Paul Jones says he will not join the American Olympic team if selected. He plans to quit competition after graduation in June 1913 to pursue engineering and to earn an estimated 200 to 300 dollars this summer to aid his college expenses. His career began at Exeter and peaked with intercollegiate records and cross country titles, including a historic mile and half mile performance in 1911.
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Ithaca
N. Y
John ‘Paul Jones
Cornell
America
Sweden
Jones
Exeter Academy
Boston
Exeter
Th Jones
Young
Berna
Tommy Connelf
Connell
Hanavan
Michigan
Abel Tiviat
Cambridge
Women hold tournament at Turner alleys in San Antonio
The San Antonio Turnverein women bowling section held a prize contest Friday on Turner alleys with over 25 entries. First prize went to Mrs. A Gloeckner with 75 pins, followed by Mrs. L Schmidt and Mrs. G Koch. Booby prize awarded to Mrs. William McKIllwaine as scores listed show many strong performances.
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Turner
San Antonio
A. Gloeckner
I. Schmidt
G. Koch
A. Bartz
E. Schonn
J. Jochinsen
L. Fries
R. T. Ahren
Mary Schultze
Dana Durham
E. Nordman
F. Hummert
O. Heinen
Oscar Gasso
D. Huth
Theodore Machenheimer
George Cushman
E. Podewills
Ida. Sritze
C. Henerman
R. Hoesling
Ed Schoeder
William MclIllwaine
Flatonia Tops Weimer 5 To 3 In Local Baseball Game
Flatonia’s home grown team defeated Weimer 5 to 3 on Friday. The Flatonia squad, entirely made up of local boys, has now won all four games this season.
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Ivr
Ligur Elatonia
Tex
Weimer
Flatonia
Automobile specifications for a 54 horsepower Chalmers model
Describes a car with 54 horsepower Chalmers self starter air pressure type 130 inch wheel base 36x4 tires Continental demountable rims ten inch upholstery nickel steel axles extra large brakes nickel steel frame side members sheet aluminum bodies and electric lighting of all lamps.
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Chalmers
Continental
San Antonio Fans Plan Austin Excursion to See Senators Game
Plans for a Sunday trip to Austin to watch the San Antonio team defeat the Senators circulate among fans. Business Manager Lehmann says railroads are being negotiated for attractive rates to Austin, with announcements expected this week to boost turnout.
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Austin
Broncs-Senators
San Antonio
Senators
Capitol City
Lehmann
Smithville Defeats Manor 6-5 in Tight Texas Baseball Battle
Smithville edged Manor 6 to 5 in a closely fought game. Robertson and Utzgman paired for Smithville while Maxwell and Jester split pitching for Manor.
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Smithville
Tex
Manor
Robertson
Utzgman
Maxwell
Jester
Grammar School Track Meet Set for May 30
The second annual grammar school track and field meet will be held at Marshall Training School on the afternoon of Thursday May 30. Eligible students below seventh grade from city public schools will compete in four age divisions featuring the 40 50 75 and 100 yard dashes, broad jump, high jump and pole vault. The Class 1 winner earns the silver loving cup from A F Dugosh Texas Amateur Athletic Union, to be held permanently after three consecutive wins. Entries due May 27 to Principal and N Tanenbaum with eligibility certificates.
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Marshall Training School
A. F. Dugosh
Texas Amateur Athletic Union
Auto Salesmen Probe Buyer Questions on Car Qualities
Analysis of questions directed at salesmen in 3000 Maxwell agencies nationwide shows buyers focus on lasting quality low maintenance cost and freedom from trouble. The findings suggest Maxwell cars are designed to endure and meet these buyer priorities.
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Maxwell
Ward Edict Bars Porters From Expense Money
John M. Ward, former star and current president of the Boston club, issues a rule prohibiting team members from receiving expense money for porters handling baggage to and from the station. The edict reflects his stance on costs and player allowances.
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John M. Ward
Boston
Chandler Cup Golf Tourney Set At Country Club
Golfers at the Country club prepare for the Chandler Cup on the links next Saturday afternoon. The 18 hole medal play handicap event starts at 2 o clock with the best net score winning the trophy donated by President B Chandler. The tournament honors the club’s benefactor on his birthday May 7 and many players are expected to enter as a tribute to his contributions.
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B. Chandler
Chandler
Cotulla Beats Pearsall In Close Car Team Match
Cotulla returned home after a car team contest with Pearsall ending 18 to 6 in favor of Cotulla. Batteries Cotulla Lacy and Russell for Pearsall Haynes and
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Cotulla
Pearsall
Tex
Lacy
Russell
Sall
Haynes
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Walsh Marvel
Flanders
Fraser Auto Company
White Agency
Halmers
W. Crockett St
Grammar School
Marshall Athletic
N. Tanenbaum
Young Men's Christian Association
Mst
Golf Club
Feeney
Wiedeomen Trophy
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