Giants' McGraw Sees Even Odds for World Series
New York manager John J. McGraw says player health will not be the main issue in the 1911 World Series, with both pennant winners likely to field their regular lineups. He notes Merkle and Myers are near full strength and hints at a projected batting order while reports from Philadelphia suggest McGreevy may return at first base after a wrist welt.
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New York
John J. McGraw
New York Nationals
Fettle
Brooklyn
McGraw
Myers
Devore
Doyle
Snodgrass
Murray
Merkle
Herzog
Fletcher
Mathewson
Philadelphia Ce
Mcwill
Detroit
Brooklyn Hosts New York in Sunday Baseball Doubleheader
Brooklyn visits New York for a doubleheader as part of today’s schedule. The two teams clash at a neutral site with lingering pennant implications and strong pitching matchups expected.
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Brooklyn
New York
Eastern college teams finish midweek games
The eastern intercollegiate football season winds down midweek with Princeton set to face Lehigh at home and Pennsylvania meeting Dickinson in Philadelphia. Navy aims to win its second game against St Johns, while Yale and Harvard prep for Saturday contests with Virginia Polytechnic and Williams via scrimmage today.
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Lehigh
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Philadelphia
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St. Johns
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Williams
Yale
Harvard
Turner Basket Ball Set to Open Season Tonight
The Turner Basket Ball league will inaugurate its schedule with a double header on the Turner gym floor. No admission will be charged and the first game starts at 8 o'clock.
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Turner Basket Ball League
Turner Gym
Royal Orchestra Opens Daily Shows at Saratoga Restaurant
The Royal Orchestra performs every day at the Sara toga restaurant continuing a local entertainment feature. Patrons enjoy live music in a casual dining setting with regular gigs and audiences seeking a pleasant evening out.
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Royal Orchestra
Saratoga Restaurant
McGraws lineup aims for balanced attack in pivotal series
Mack’s batting order likely features Lord in left field Oldring in center Collins at second Baker at third Murphy in right Moe Innes at first Barry at short Thomas catching Bender pitching Herzog says the series is an even money chance and most players share that view across the infield and outfield.
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Lord
Oldring
Collins
Baker
Murphy
Moe Innes
Barry
Thomas
Bender
McGraw
Herzog
Convention Committee Plans Big Welcome for San Antonio
A San Antonio meeting of national baseball convention workers outlined a downtown fundraising drive starting Monday to finance elaborate receptions. Plans include a Fort Sam Houston trip, a veterans game, a hotel dance, and 1000 badges, with committees assigned to specific streets and districts.
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Arles Lehman
Albert Steves, Jr
Athletics Defeat All-Stars in Narrow Victory
The Athletics beat the All-Stars 3 to 2 as Bender Plank and Coombs starred for Philadelphia while Johnson struggled with speed and control. Collins collected three safeties and Davis homered as the All-Stars managed only two runs. Batteries Johnson Street for the All-Stars and Coombs Plank Bender Thomas Lapp for the Athletics.
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All-Stars
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Collins
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Street
Thomas
Lapp
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Kentucky Horses Ship to Australia for Breeding Expansion
Irvin H. Wheatcroft of St. James farm shipped 159 thoroughbreds valued at 250000 to Australia to establish a large breeding operation. The move follows plans to expand international studs and racing ties.
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Australia
Associated Press
Lexington
Irvin H. Wheatcroft
St. James Farm
Bat Nelson To Fight Baldwin Third Time In October
Article notes Bat Nelson lost to Saylor of Indianapolis in Boston, setting up a possible third bout with Matty Baldwin on October 17. If Baldwin declines, Pat Moore will be given the chance.
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Boston
Bat
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Pat Moore
One Round Hogan Fails To Stop East Boxer In Ten Rounds
One Round Hogan shows dwindling form as he boxes a third-rate opponent in the East and fails to stop him within ten rounds.
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Hogan
Johnson’s Hold Up Spurs Boston Bid for Pacific Star
Walter Johnson’s stellar season fuels calls for the speedy player to join Boston as he nears magnate status. Jim McAleer would pay dearly to secure him for the club owners next spring.
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Walter Johnson
Washington
Jim McAleer
Boston
World Series Seats Sold Out in Philadelphia
All seats for the two games in Philadelphia have been sold. Officials estimate more than 100000 dollars will be refunded to applicants whose requests cannot be filled.
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Philadelphia
Four Regulars Absent as New York Bruins Rest
Only four of the New York regulars were in yesterday's lineup the remainder of the team enjoying a needed rest.
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New York
Betting in New York On Series Reaches Even Money
Bettors in New York favored the series with wagers placed at even money yesterday. The spread and exact bets were not detailed, but action highlighted growing interest in the matchup.
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New York
Press Tickets and Lodging Demand Tops World Series Years
The rising demand for press tickets and accommodations for the World Series exceeds supply, making it doubtful all applicants can be accommodated.
Barger Delivers Tie Breaking Hit in Dodgers Giants Tilt
After a scoreless eight innings Maxwell silenced the Dodgers as the Giants held a shutout. Barger drove in the tying run with a pinch single in the ninth. Dodgers then collected key hits in the tenth to secure the victory.
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Giants
Maxwell
Dodgers
Doyle Sidelined by Strained Ankle Rest
Doyle did not play yesterday due to a strained ankle and rested the day before while running bases.
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Ases
Cincinnati Nationals Open Series Win Over Cleveland Americans
George Suggs outpitched Blanding of San Antonio to lead the Cincinnati Nationals to a 4 to 0 victory over the Cleveland Americans in the series opener for the Ohio championship.
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Blanding
San Antonio
Cincinnati Nationals
Ohio
Cleveland Americans
Suggs Unleashes Twisters Halting Jackson and Lajoie
Both Jackson and Lajoie were helpless before Suggs' twisters yesterday as the storm disrupted play. Local reports say Suggs delivered decisive blows, leaving opponents stunned and the crowd in disbelief.
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Lajoie
Red Sox and Naps Series Shift to Cleveland
The remainder of the series between the Reds and Naps will be played in Cleveland as Hermann aims to rush construction of his new baseball plant to completion.
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Naps
Cleveland
Hermann
Academic league to hold football at Texas league park
The Academic league, represented by A M Crawford of West Texas Military academy, signed a contract to use Texas league park for all fall games on Thursdays and Saturdays. The park remains under owners control on weekdays and Sundays for other events.
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Committee Named to Enforce Food and Drug Laws
Dr Lucius P Brown president of state and national food and drug inspection departments appointed a committee to foster cooperation in enforcing national pure food and drug laws. Members include Dr S J Crumbine Topeka Dr R M Allen Lexington Dr R B Fitzgrandolph Trenton Dr L Davies Seattle and Dr A N Cook Vermillion.
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Tenn
Lucius P. Brown
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Topeka
Kan
R. M. Allen
Lexington
R. B. Fitgrandolph
Trenton
N. J
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Seattle
Wash
A. N. Cook
Vermillion
S, TX
Battling Nelson Debuts in New York Ring Tonight
Nelson makes his first New York appearance in a ten round bout at the Madison Athletic Club against Willie Beecher. Beecher has two wins over Knockout Brown. About 5000 fans are expected to attend as Nelson aims to prove he is still a contender after losing the lightweight title to Wolgast last February.
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Associated Press
New York
Battling Nelson
Willie Beecher
East Side
Brown
Madison Athletic Club
Nelson
Wolgast
Orme and Stein Triumph in Grand Alleys Bowling Match
John Orme and Adolph Stein defeated Hendricks and Irwin three straight games on the Grand alleys last night. John Orme had the high game with 89 and the high average was 84.
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Adolph Stein
Hendricks
Irwin
Tenpin Match Game Tonight Lights Grand Five Challenge
The Grand Big Five accepts a three game series against the Twenty eighth Infantry band tenpin team with total pins counting. Both sides compete for a decisive score in the upcoming match tonight.
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Grand Big Five
Infantry Band
Trans Mississippi air mail plan outlined by officials
Aviator Robinson outlined a route with Red as the first stop on a trans Mississippi flight toward New Orleans. He expects day one to end at Prairie Dubhien, about 200 miles from Minneapolis. Officials led by President H. A. Tuttle and Postmaster W. D. Hale announced an air mail schedule with deliveries between Minneapolis and New Orleans via Cairo, Memphis, Vicksburg, Jackson, Natchez, Baton Rouge, and New Orleans. He may reroute via Cairo to Cincinnati and Pittsburg, then return to Cairo to finish as planned.
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Cards and Browns in Post Series
St. Louis teams the Cardinals and Browns face off in a city championship series opener after a three year gap. The Associated Press reports the start of the short series this afternoon in St. Louis.
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Associated Press
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Punts and Passes Highlight Michigan Lines
Ralph Craig's brother is Michigan quarterback for Hurry Up Yost formation. Johnny Garrels has a brother at end and Allan Garrels may reach the level of his famed sibling in football.
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Yost
Michigan
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Yost Makes Allan Garrels Punter for Michigan Hurdles
Michigan coach appears to place Allan Garrels in a punter role highlighting his hurdling speed and versatility. The move signals a broader use of Garrels as a field and special teams contributor.
Ex-Captain Exendine Coaches Otterbein Team
Former Carlisle Indian School captain Exendine is guiding the Otterbein squad in Westerville Ohio as the season moves forward.
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Carlisle Indians
Otterbein
Westerville
Ohio
Coach Smith Tests Novel Basketball Goal Upright Target
University of P. coach Smith develops an upright basketball goal used as a practice target for kicking and passing accuracy. The device marks vertical alignment to train players in precision during drills.
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Smith
U. of P
Football rule clarifies out of bounds muffed passes
Interpreters note that if a forward pass goes out of bounds or is muffed but first touches the ground inside the field, the ball returns to the defense and may be brought in from the sideline at the point it went out. This emphasizes change of possession and spot of entry.
A. and M to face Austin College at College Station Friday
A. and M will meet the Austin College eleven from Sherman in the next scheduled game set for Friday in College Station. The outcome and venue details emphasize a regional matchup between college teams in Texas.
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Austin College Eleven
Sherman
College Station
Texas Hosts Southwestern University at Clarke Field in Austin
The Texas Longhorns play Southwestern University on a Sunday afternoon at Clarke Field in Austin. The matchup features two Texas programs competing for early season momentum in front of local spectators.
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Southwestern University
Clarke Field
Austin
Austin College relies on Charley Richards for scoring
Austin College depends on quarterback Charley Richards to kick field goals as they meet Farmers. If North Texas reaches the A M forty yard line the veteran kicker could decide the contest.
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Austin College
Charley Richards
North Texas Collegians
Sewanee Names Bob Phillips as Assistant Coach
Bob Phillips, a longtime Sewanee football star, arrives at the University of the South to serve as assistant coach and help Cope prepare the Tigers for a challenging schedule.
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Bob Phillips
Sewanee
University of the South
Cope
Tigers
Tigers Face Fast Offensive Line Emphasis this Season
Phillips will handle all line work and, though his material is light, fierceness of attack and smashing speed are expected as the Tigers’ main playing features this year.
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Phillips
Tigers
Texas Goal Posts in Danger If Sewanee Attends November 2
Texas faces pressure as Sewanee prepares to play on November 2 raising concerns about safety of goal posts and venue integrity amid the anticipated crowd and potential controversies.
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Texas
Sewanee
Brokers undecided on whigh team ten bet
In Chicago the betting on the upcoming world series is unusually light as brokers report few large wagers. Fans are keen but undecided which side to back as Athletics and Giants face New York, with bets around 10 to 9 and 10 to 8 on the series.
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Chicago Board of Trade
Athletics Giants
New York
Gillem Demonstrates Record-Kicking Strength
The text notes Gillem delivering kicking distance approaching field goal range, showcasing an exhibition of kicking that surpasses his exceptional performance from the previous year.
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Gillem
Sewanee First Team Men Named In Football Roster
The Sewanee lineup lists Gfilem at right end Farrish at right tackle Gailor at right guard MacCal lum and Magwood at left guard Mo Clanahan at left tackle Parker and Crockett at left end Swain at quarterback Dexheimer at fullback Myers captain at right half Eckert at left half with subs Bennett Noe Myers.
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Farrish
Gailor
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Magwood
MoClanahan
Parker and Crockett
Swain
Dexheimer
Myers
Eckert
Subs
Bennett
Noe
First Hydro-Aeroplane Letter Reaches Nashville
A letter carried by Hugh Robinson in his hydro-aero plane flight on the Mississippi River arrived in Nashville on October 11. The mail bears the post mark Hydro-Aeroplane and is the first such letter received in Nashville, addressed to Miss Birdie Starr.
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