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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1925
Page
1
In a rough season tale, the Hubs defeated a crippled Maroons 9 to 1 as makeshift lineups battled. Frederick, led by missing hitter Pullis, fell to the Villagers near Willows Lane Park while Dodgers purchase Ellenberger from Hanover signals shifts in the Blue Ridge scene.
St Johns Lutheran Sunday School baseball team protested a game against Washington Square after a disputed play in the first inning. Umpire Young upheld a tag call, and managers prepared formal protests as the game finished 6 to 1 in favor of St Johns. Frank Wieber drove in three runs while Socks and Slam keyed the offense and Kinley pitched for the protesters.
A Sunday School League match featured St. John's Lutheran facing Washington in a regional game. The report notes a 0 scoreline and focuses on the event as a local church league contest with limited details available.
Chicago July 23 The lively ball does not trouble veteran major league pitchers as records show in both leagues. In the American League 11 hurlers have one hit or less per inning, eight of whom are seasoned veterans. The National League lists nine such pitchers, only two of them youngsters. Walter Johnson tops American League effectiveness, while Adolfo Luque leads in the National League. Several younger stars are closing the gap in both leagues. The Senators show notable pitching form with Corleskie and Marberry far behind their teammate. Daring batters are kept in check by strong veterans, with Dazzy Vance among the leaders in strikeouts. Rommel and others post high innings and games.
Cambridge defeated Dover 2 to 1 as Trinpe limited the Senators to seven stutters. MacQuine and McCormick hit key doubles, while Dover’s Wood was tagged for 11 hits by Cambridge. Drury added a triple and a home run, and Dressen drove in three runs in four trips. Also: International League scores and American Association results listed.
The Blue Ridge League’s fate rests on a decision by President J. W. Jamison after Hagerstown’s claim that catcher Albert Alberts appeared as a non class man in Cumberland. Protests from Waynesboro officials allege Alberts played in eight games, two more than allowed, risking Hagerstown’s pennant chances. If Alberts is found a class player, Jamison may convene a league meeting to determine future actions.
Loyal fan urges clearing up charges in the Blue Ridge League about gambling and class players. Waynesboro manager accuses Hagerstown of violating league rules as rumors circulate that the team exceeds allowed player qualifications. He calls for transparency and an end to daily graft rumors to protect local support.
New York report that Paul Berlenbach defends his heavyweight belt against Jack Delaney of Bridgeport on August 28 in a 16 round decision bout promoted by Tex Rickard. The pair were declared ready yesterday for the world light heavyweight title defense.
In a recent Cleveland versus New York game every Indian notched at least one safe hit. Cleveland battered Huguina’s four pitchers for 70 crashes, with Speaker and Joe Bowell each delivering four hits to lead the attack.
Ed Andrews pitched seven solid hits as the Blue Sox defeated the Raiders in Martinsburg. Doughan started for Hanover and allowed multiple runs in his first game back from the Eastern League, while Shields filled in at second base. Key hits came from Stanwood and Andrews with strong fielding by Carlin and Griffiths. Three-base and two-base hits highlighted the scoring, with Martinsburg holding a narrow lead early before Hanover tied and pulled away late.
In Blue Ridge League action Bartle and Reynolds produced the Maroons lone run after a sequence including a stolen base and a passed ball. Skidmore allowed 16 hits over three recent games but still took a loss, while hub pitchers misplayed several chances to score.
New York July 23 Pirates and Giants contend for the National League lead while Brooklyn Cincinnati Philadelphia and St. Louis chase third. The Phillies have the biggest upset of the group, once doubted for cellar battles. The Cubs loom nearby as another hopeful in the race.
The New York Giants start a three week road trip with a four game series in Boston and a swing through the West. They seek to maintain their slim lead over the Pittsburgh Pirates as rain causes a day off for all clubs. The Giants face St Louis and other contenders while American League teams resume play with Washington visiting New York and other key matchups shaping the first division race.
New York July 23 The Giants rely on Greenfield the rookie right hander to steady the pitching. In recent weeks he has been the most dependable arm, beating the Cubs and helping the series opener against the Pirates. Greenfield joined the Giants in 1923 from the Virginia League and earlier spent time with New Haven. Errors and hard hitting hampered the Hustlers as they defeated the Villagers, with Manning and Grove on the mound for the opponents.
New York July 23 Frank Frisch Giants star showed his versatility by taking Jackson's place at short after a knee injury. Frisch handled the position with flair while already excelling at second and third base. He had prior experience at short as a Fordham gallegian, but this return to the spot as a major leaguer was notable.
Hagerstown faces Chambersburg while Martinsburg plays Hanover Frederick meets Waynesboro in today’s Blue Ridge League action with multiple key matchups.
A brief satirical line from Fergua Falla Tribune hints at the mixed outcomes of pairing actions in two ways. The fragment suggests attempting both approaches yields a poor result and comments on execution quality.
All games in the National League were postponed yesterday due to rain. No rescheduled dates were announced in the notices, and standings remain unchanged as teams await the forecasted clears.
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