Max Carey and Pirates split with fate in waning glory
Pittsburgh fans recall Max Carey a longtime Pirates idol amid a suspension tied to a bench revolt against club vice president Fred Clarke. Carey, a famed hitter and base stealer with ministerial roots, faced waivers while remaining revered by supporters who link his prayers to past World Series triumphs.
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Senators Star Player Leaves World Champions Roster
The article portrays a beloved veteran from Terre Haute born November 11, 1890, praised for his home loyalty and gentlemanly conduct. He contributed 11 hits and 3 stolen bases, weighing about 10 pounds in a playful, nostalgic portrait as Pittsburgh parts ways with a valued ballplayer and idealist.
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Dempsey Tunney Title Fight Set For Philadelphia Sept 23
New York wires say Dempsey and Tunney will battle in Philadelphia on September 23 at Sesqui Centennial Stadium with capacity near 160000 and ticket prices from 8 to 50 dollars. Promoter Tex Rickard secured licenses and guarantees amid legal and licensing battles in New York and Chicago. Dempsey declared he will move training wherever needed, while Philadelphia expects a potential purse around 1.5 to 3 million dollars with ten percent for the exposition promoters.
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Errors By Wilson Defeat Chicago in 2 1 Loss
New York beats Chicago 2 to 1 in a ten inning pitching duel. Wilson’s two errors helped the visitors score unearned runs while Barnes and Hool limited the tallies. Chicago barely avoids a shutout as singles by Wilson and Preiga and Grimm’s sacrifice play keep the game from a complete whitewash.
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Redlegs Shutout Phillies 3 To 0
Cincinnati swept the Philadelphia series as May pitched a 3 to 0 shutout. Jes sler drove in two with a first inning double. YWargraves' trials after Breesler slid in the third produced the remaining run in the game.
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Big Tennis Tournament Here August 26
All Washington County residents who play tennis may enter the county tournament under Hagerstown Tennis Club rules starting August 26. First prize is a silver toy cup with a consolation event for first-round losers. Entries require $2 and must be sent to Hagerstown Tennis Club Box 31 by August 24.
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Carey May Be Pirates Manager Next Season
Brooklyn fans discuss Alex Carey potentially taking command of the Pittsburgh Pirates after being released and claimed by Brooklyn. The Pirates acted yesterday following a failed bid to oust Fred Clarke as manager, while Boston had an even break in the latest developments.
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Fitsburgh Reels in Two Games Amidst Sloppy Scoring
Fitsburgh won the fret game 4 to 4 on Kremers excellent pitching and lost the second 4 to 3. St Louis Cardinals moved a half game back by beating Brooklyn 6 to 2. Bob O'Turrell hit four homers and Jim Bottomley collected two hits in thrice appearances. Billy Southworth doubled and singled. Jackie May blanked Cinelanati 3-0 over Philadelphia as nine hits were scattered. Reds stay within striking distance of leaders while Boston faltered.
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St Louis Only AL Game Ends 4-2 as Runny Smith Allows Five Hits
Report from St. Louis notes the only American League game of the day ended 4 to 2. Pitcher Runny Smith allowed just five hits while Bill Jacobson hit a first inning homer.
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Orioles Fourth in International League Batting Pace
Orioles trail in batting in the International League as Rochester leads with a .310 mark for Buffalo and Newark close behind. Baltimore maintains a .292 team batting percentage and 44 players used in the lineup.
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Dempsey Open to Dempsey Wills Bout Anywhere But NY
Saratoga Springs Aug 19 US heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey said he is willing to fight Harry Wills before January 1 1927 anywhere in the United States or Mexico except New York State after his planned September 23 bout with Gene Tunney in Philadelphia. He asserted promoters and New York officials block a Dempsey Wills fight, claiming financial stakes and hotel papers were arranged for a promoters bid. If authorized, winner takes all and the bout could move to Juana.
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