Nightshade and the Arbutus Harmonize in Spring
A whimsical tale unfolds among marsh flora as Mr Nightshade, Arbutus, Iris, and others discuss colors, poisonous lore, and self acceptance. Nightshade reveals seasonal changes from purple green to red berries, while the group learns to value what they have and avoid harm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Etna
Nightshade
Marah Marigold
Mr. Nightshade
Miss Marek
Marigold
Tria
Moore
Tom
Iris
Howers
Civil War Era Servants Paid in Federal Hospital Care
A Civil War era report notes that women and staff who served in military hospital roles were compensated with a monthly payment and meals. The record highlights federal oversight of wartime medical care and worker support during the conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weman
Hunter
Fedsvertient
Trick Play Riot Stirs Old St. Louis Ball Saga
The piece recalls Jack Crooks a late infield standout and comedian of the Kelly Latham era. It describes a notorious trick when bases were loaded and a bunt rolled along the line stopping inside the fair area. Crooks blew the ball foul sparking a tumult but the play stood and the batter struck out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Crooks
St. Louis
Kelly-Latham
Crooks
Linagino
McGraw and Giants Dominate Early World Series
The summary recalls John J. McGraw the Giants leader, noting his six pennants and a world championship with the New York Giants. It cites a 1906 victory over Connie Mack's Athletics for a baseball gonfalon, with additional mentions of pennant counts and standings through 1915, highlighting his managerial record and early playing days as a third baseman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John J. McGraw
Little Napoleon
New York Giants
McGraw
Giants
Connie Mack
Philadel Athletics
Chicago
Reulbach Named Employment Manager At Rochester
The latest registrant at the United States school of employment management at the University of Rochester is Edward Heulbach. Reulbach, famous National League pitcher, becomes employment manager for the United States Submarine Corporation of New Jersey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States School of Employment Management
University of Rochester
Edward Heulbach
Reulbach
United States Submarine Corporation of
New Jersey
Baseball Stories Roundup of Pitchers and Players in 1917 Era
Baseball sketches detail Clarence Rowland using mixed pitching, Tom Clarke joining the Yankees, George Stallings testing Canavan and Hearne, and tackling roster shifts. Mentions Bobby Quinn, Dave Bancroft, and Kilduff amid draft era changes. Weeghman’s $16,004.07 price tag cited for three games pitched before army call.
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Tom Clarke
Cincinnati
Yankees
Tom
George Stallings
Canavan
Worcester
Hearne
Toronto
Tten
Chas
Weeghman
Chicago Nationale
Alexander
GREAT INTERNATIONAL GAME Prophesy of baseball spreading worldwide after war
The article foresees baseball becoming the great international sport after gunfire and bayonets fade. It notes the game’s growth from the United States into Canada Cuba England Germany and Japan and even into France aiding Allied forces. It credits the Olympics with widening its European appeal.
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America
France
United States
Canada
Cuba
England
Germany
Japan
Canaaa
Battlefelds
Brooklyn Rockies Alliance With Rochester Internationals Formed
Gete Brooklyn Rockies and Arthur Irwin announce a new alliance with the Rochester Internationals led by newly appointed manager Just oo. The first result is Rochester releasing to free rookie Dodgers pitcher Wood Pitt, all pitchers, expanding roster moves and cross club cooperation.
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Brooklyn Rockies
Arthur Irwin
Rochester Internationals
Brooklyn
Rochester
Wod Pitt
Most Perfect Ball Tossler Is Brownie
Grover Lowdermilk emerged as a standout pitcher this spring, with a sharp curve and superior control compared with rivals like Johnson Bush Hendrix and Lowdermilk’s own power. His past shows a turbulent path from the Cardinals to the Browns and Tigers, culminating in a standout AA season and a 26 win mark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grover Lowdermilk
Grover
Johnson
Joe" Bush
Claude Hendrix
Lowdermilk
Ik Grover
Bush
Hendrix
Roger Brewnahan
Lowry
St. Louis
Brewnahan
Louie
Wildoeas
Cardinaia
Rickey
Browns
Lowdy
Detroit Tigers
Jennings
Yan
Bill James
Detroit
Columbus American
It Wouldn't Work Arthur Fletcher Dialogue
A fragment describes overheard talk on Canal Street New Orleans about daylight and time. Two soldiers discuss the correct hour, noting the bugler at reveille and the mismatch between watch time and official time. The exchange hints at routines around dawn and timekeeping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Fletcher
New Orleans
Canal Street
Ray Chapman among baseballs most scientific hitters
Ray Chapman, star shortstop for the Cleveland Indians, is hailed as one of the most scientific hitters in baseball. He led the league in merifice pitting last season, batted .302 with 170 hits, and totaled 11 bones. He matched Joe Jackson for total bases, with 24 doubles 12 triples and three homers in 2917, showing both hitting science and drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Chapman
Cleveland Indians
Cleveland
Chapman
Merifice
Ray
Joe Jackson
Chicago
Pipeless furnace tale claims 40 percent fuel savings
An old idea revived as a pipeless furnace cuts heat loss by circulating warm air directly into rooms. Experts note heated air rises, displacing cold air, with central registers replacing basements pipes. The system promises 40 percent fuel savings and broader use in small towns, farms, and even stores.
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William A. Radford
Repteter
Stesh
Prober
Neek‘ng
Necesary
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Trading Af
Arbutus
Hepatite
Bir Trie
Soldier Boys
Sammy
Trick
M'Graw
John McGraw
Twirler Reulbach
Clarence Rowland
Tustin Fitzgerald
Phillies
E Frits Malsel
Tack Doyle
Westfen Tanone
Eee
Army
Navy
Philadelphia American Park
St. Paul
Minneapolis
Percy Haughton
The
Braves
Ipman
Clark Grifith
Washington
Kilduff
Perterkin
Dave Bancroft
Leslie Nunamaker
Bt Loula Browns
Bobby Quinn
Earth
Warla
Louie Ywirler
William A. Rantoré
Bection
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