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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1926
Page
4
The St Louis Cardinals claim the baseball world title as Mark Koenig's crucial error costs the Yankees the series in a rain drenched decisive game. The Cardinals leveraged superior pitching and relentless tenacity to seize victory.
Akron Silents dominate Elyria Elks 13 to 0 as their strong line and sharp running pressure wear down the locals. Key plays include a 25 yard run by a Silents back and a second touchdown by Cable, Green kicking the extra point to seal an early season victory for Akron.
New York Det De The Yankees will scatter for the winter with Hoyt Dugan and Gehrig remaining in New York. Lazzeri Koenig McQuaid Meuse Kreuther lead California contingent while Pennock Gazlin and Thomas stay in the east. Bob Shawkey heads a hunting party in Canada with Sam Jones Mark Koenig Eddie Colina Joe Burh and others. Wigging plans to stay in New York until month’s end before wintering in St Petersburg Florida.
In London fog, the St. Louis Cardinals win the world championship as pitcher Jess Haines injures a finger in the crucial seventh inning against the Yankees. With two out and bases loaded, the injury ends a tense rally and Tony Lazzeri falters at the plate as Grover Cleveland Alexander, longtime star, watches from the sidelines as the Cardinals clinch the title.
The Richwine sorrer team won 2–0 over the Cleveland Magyars in a shortened match. Elyria scored the second goal after 25 minutes as tensions rose. a Magyar was sent off for rough conduct and Cleveland withdrew, referee awarding the game to the Flyers.
Sandusky High defeated Elyria High 12 to 6 in a close assignment on Elyria’s field. Key Sandusky players included Zicher near the defensive line and Amburn for a late score, while Elyria’s France Malik and Archambeau made notable plays for their side.
Oberlin ends Mount Union bid with 7 to 2 victory on Homecoming as Jones scores a touchdown. Game features Oberlin defense forcing a safety and late field threat, but Mount Union secures win with a early second quarter safety and key plays.
A list of today’s sport meetings includes Macropolitan Jockey Club at Jamates and Maryland State Fair Association at Laurel. Grand Cite cult trots open in Atlanta, Noble hosts Army championship tournament, Junior world series begins in Philadelphia, and US Fishersman yachting championship off Gloucester.
By Davis J. Walsh New York October 11. Alexander led the Cardinals in a dramatic seventh game and sealed the championship with a complete game effort at age thirty nine. He struck out four and allowed no hits out of the infield, matching a rare feat among veteran starters. References to past greats emphasize his unusual longevity and the rarity of players performing at that age in such a high stakes series.
Fans in St Louis erupt as the Cardinals win the world baseball championship. Riots of noise fill the streets with revolvers, cannons, car horns, and pan clanging while crowds cheer Grover Cleveland Alexander, Hornsby, and the team whose victory ends years of suspense.
New York reports Thevenow leads World Series batting at .41 while Ruth belts four home runs and Ruth and Southworth drive in six runs. Comba of the Yankees is second at .467, Gehrig third at .048, and Koenig commits four errors as Thevenow and Southworth anchor a high scoring series with multiple RBIs and hits.
The article lauds Alexander as the all time hero and Ruth for legendary power. It notes Ruth’s four homers including three in one game, two dazzling catches, and a key throw. It credits them with lifting the Yankees and acknowledges others like Pennock and O Farrell in the series.
Glowing early season form has Midwest football powers preparing for make or break games this Saturday. Notre Dame, Ohio State and Chicago brace for key interconference clashes while Big Ten rivals seek early conference success. Minnesota, Michigan and Illinois eye wins in primed matchups.
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