World’s Ten Pin Record Set by Rochester Team
Rochester, New York, in the Ten Pin league, rolled about 3,371 pins in three games on Feb 21 to reportedly set a world record, surpassing the prior 3,564 pins by the Koeing Kaisers in St. Louis 1908. Tyser exceeded 657 pins, Ireland 748, for a 246 average. Syracuse frame 299 by Larry Taton amid heavy competition.
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Boiled Baseball Bulletins From The Spring Front
A digest of baseball notes from reporters and clubs including Red Sox trials at Redondo Beach and Walter Johnson’s nephew trying out. Chicago press recalls Cy Young’s 12 000 price tag and Ed Ruelbach’s Mobile play while Bert Daniels races Roy Hartzell in Yankee hopes. Also mentions Jack Warner catching for Erie and a pay dispute with George Moriarty. An accident ends Bill Weldone’s season and Westerhill’s injury questions loom as he returns from San Antonio.
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Minor League Seeks Naps Prospect Ladd from Maine
The six foot Warren Maine catcher Ladd, praised by hero Jack Coombe, will not join the American League this year. He will be placed with a minor league team to gain experience. In Nap camp, interjected by Texan and Southern accents, the Maine boy's pronunciation sparks amusement.
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Best Batting Team on Paper Could Hit Hard
A hypothetical ball club with a team batting average of .392 would trouble most pitchers. Notable players include Forsythe of Pekin 380, Miller of Newton 361, Phelan of Kewanee 375, Conley of Abilene 403, Pope of Salina, McGehee of Jackson 406, with a team average of .292 despite strong individual sluggers.
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Caponi Considers London Fight With Lewis Clabby Sullivan
March 14 in Chicago London offer from promoter McIntosh prompts Tony Caponi to set terms for a match with Harry Lewis Jimmy Clabby and Jim Sullivan. Caponi weighs the proposed bout and negotiations proceed.
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Lewis Beats Herman to Move Closer in Middleweight Title
London report says Harry Lewis defeated Jimmy Herman by knockout in the second round of a 15 round bout, advancing closer to the middleweight championship.
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McFarland Favored Over Moran in Ten-Round Fight
New York March 14 Packey McFarland of Chicago is favored to beat Owen Moran in tonight’s ten round bout at the Fairmont club. Moran backers claim Moran’s stronger punching power can offset McFarland’s speed and reach.
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Frazee Gains Part Ownership of Boston NL Club
Augusta report says H. H. Frazee, Chicago amusement promoter, becomes part owner of the Boston National League baseball club today.
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Matchmaker Plans Wolgast Burns Bout for Oakland Rival
Burns of Oakland eyed as opponent in a potential title bout with Ad Wolgast, arranged by Milton Clark of the Metropolitan club. Also ad lists a furniture offer at Virginia Street near Westlake.
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Hackenschmidt Plans Big Match With Gotch Next Fall
The Russian Lion Jack Curley plans a fall showdown with Frank Gotch to settle wrestling supremacy. Hackenschmidt will tour Europe from New York March 30, finish American dates, return by late August, then post a $6,000 forfeit in New York or Chicago to challenge Gotch. He aims to pressure Gotch with a summer of leg training and a large side wager.
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Mountain View Bally Tip Wins Airedale Blue Ribbon
Airedale dog Mountain View Bally Tip, from Mountain View Kennels in Butte Montana, took a blue ribbon at the Seattle Kennel Club April beach show. Bally Tip impressed judges with lineage and stance earning top honors in the event.
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Ball team seeks opponents for schedule at Wincslow
Thomas Murray, manager of the semi professional ball team at Wincslow, is seeking opponents and dates for upcoming games. He invites local clubs to contact him to arrange matches and build a full schedule.
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Springtime Practice Opens as Baseball Buzz Grows
Tom Akers notes springtime drills heating up as major leaguers chase batting eyes and shine in the sun. New phenoms and strong pitching fill fan chatter while pundits debate who will top established stars.
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Cubs Sign Steinfeldt. Brenny to Compete for Third Base
New Orleans March 14 Manager Frank Chance of the Chicago Cubs today secured the contract of Harry B Steinfeldt and Brenny will be given a chance to fight for his old position at third base with Eddie Grant, formerly of the Philadelphia Nationals.
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Port Minkeley Opens Season With Win At Winslow
Port Minkeley defeated Winslow 9 to 2 in the season opener as Winslow Hercules suffered the loss in front of home fans.
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Weat Seattle Grammar School Girls In Athletic Meet
Fourteen girls from the Weat Seattle Grammar School will compete in the athletic meet Saturday afternoon at the university gymnasium under the Public Schools' Athletic Association. The event features a local youth sports program with broad community interest.
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