Oakland Wins California League Pennant On Balk
In Stockton California on October 20 1909 the Oakland team was awarded the California league pennant by President Frank Herman over Stockton amid protests. The series ended with both teams at three wins and a disputed seventh game decided by a balk call after Hoag of Stockton misplayed a pitch to Smith of Oakland.
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Hildebrand
Unclear Sports Scores From Fragmented Text
Partial box score fragment shows Los Angeles defeating Oakland 10 to 6, with Portland and San Francisco referenced but no clear details for a full game tally. Other lines mention Vernon 4, suggesting a separate matchup.
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Oakland
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Nolace
Portland
Vernon
Fielder Jones to Return as Sox Manager Next Season
Chicago rumor says Hugh Duffy of the Providence club will manage the White Sox in 1919 after a long talk with Charles Comiskey. Friends insist Fielder Jones will again lead the Sox, with an agreement reportedly reached with Comiskey for the next season.
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Hugh Duffy
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Charles Comisky
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Comiskey
Cue Ball English and Carom Techniques
The excerpt describes cue ball positioning and cushions A and B to achieve caroms on ball 2. It notes variations with left or direct lines and the required twist or increased english. It also includes an advertisement for Leary’s non alcoholic compound claimed to cure dandruff and baldness.
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Leary
Dramatic end to Johnson Ketchel fight in San Francisco
Photographs capture the sensational finish as Johnson knocks Ketchel down in the twelfth round. Ketchel moments before stood over him grinning, but Johnson lays a trap and the white challenger is stopped after a flurry of blows.
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Rome
Forgotten 1882 World Series Clash Between Reds and White Stockings
In 1882 Cincinnati Reds challenged A C Anson led Chicago White Stockings after the American Association held its own against the National League. The brief set of games at the Polo Grounds marked an early curtain raiser to modern NL vs AL battles.
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Berger Says Jeffries Aims to Fight Johnson Soon
Chicago despatch reports Sam Berger in transit toward New York to meet the alfalfa farmer now aboard the Lusitania. He predicts Jeffries will fight Champion Jack Johnson at the first opportunity and vows Johnson will be knocked out when the bout is arranged.
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Chubby Charley Fined for Recruiting Pitcher Pfeffer
Chubby Charley Murphy, owner of the Cubs, faces a $500 fine from the national commission for attempting to lure pitcher Pfeffer away from Toronto. The sanction highlights ongoing cross league recruitment disputes and regulatory enforcement in baseball.
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National Commission
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Toronto
Save Money on Dental Work During the War Effort
A local dentist advertises reduced prices to attract patients amid the dental war scare, claiming the dental combine uses unethical rules to push him out of business. Dr. EUWIN 4, BROWN, DD, S., offers evening and Sunday hours at Union Block to accommodate workers seeking guaranteed work.
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Polly Grim Dropped From Varsity Squad
Polly Grim, a veteran varsity tackle, was dismissed from the squad for disobeying coach Dobie during practices. Dobie enforces strict discipline and earlier sidelined Wee Coyle for using a forward pass against orders. Idaho game looms next Saturday as Dobie reshapes the team with manager Zednick overseeing duties.
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Pullman and UOP 5 Play Deferred by Rain
The Puget Sound and Washington State College football game scheduled for yesterday at Pullman was postponed due to rain. Coaches from Northwort Conference colleges will watch the rescheduled clash to assess each team's relative strength.
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University of Puget Sound
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Hyatt to wed in Victoria amid Smoky City fanfare
Pittsburg fans pace as Ham Hyatt, Shelton Washington native and Pirates outfielder, travels toward Victoria British Columbia for his wedding. He missed a timely arrival due to Congress member Burke delivering his World Series payoff of 1800 dollars. Hyatt rose from Monroe Washington to Vancouver and then Pittsburg, replacing Alstein at first base when needed amid ongoing roster upheaval.
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Victoria
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Smoky City
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Monroe
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Alstein
Emmert Tiger Vise Sale Offers Heavy Discounts
An ad promotes Emmert Swivel Tiger vises at half price with fast acting quality. Models No 34 42 43 and 46 list jaws from 1 to 4 percent, openings from 6 to 8 inches, weights 38 to 81 pounds, with prices from 7.50 to 13.00 dollars and guaranteed value.
Spinning 13140 72nd Ave Home Ad in Star Classifieds
Real estate note promotes buying a home at 13140 72nd Ave. The Star's classified real estate columns guide readers to property listings and purchase options.
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Dining Table and Diner Chair Set Offer
Bargain hardwood dining table priced at 17 dollars with a 9.75 dollar item description. Stool features include a solid wood seat and five flat spindies in back with a back post secured to the seat by heavy T bolts. Limited stock of six units available to customers.
Football play description from old game report
A terse play by play describes blocking and movements. Players including a right end and left guard execute blocks to open a running lane while another back advances, with players watching for a fumble and continuing to block opponents.
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