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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1921
Page
4
A veteran third baseman explains the challenges of handling a swinging bunt down the third base line. He details positioning, timing, and instinct in plays against hitters like Harry Heilmann and Cobb type batters, describing approaches to fielding, throwing, and bluff bunt scenarios to prevent runners from advancing.
Chambersburg sports column notes rough but spirited behavior from fans after a recent game. It praises Tommy Thomas and Lefty Diehl as key players nearing return, cites the Hubs’ early season woes, and claims Seafoam Reynolds set a new world record by handling 18 of 19 chances, surpassing Jimmy Dykes’ 14.
Waynesboro jumped to an early lead scoring multiple runs but ultimately fell short as the opposition rallied. Leading hitters in the major leagues provided notable performances, highlighting a competitive game despite the loss.
On Willow Lane, St. John's Sunday School League beat First Brethren 3 to 2 with a late home run by Bill Day driving in two runners. Kiine and Travinger starred for St. John's while Berger and Eisinger contributed for the losers.
Results from the Blue Ridge League show Chambernsburg and Hagerstown each losing to Frederick, with Waynesboro edging Hanover and Martinsburg defeating Hanover. Final scores include Frederick 7 over Frederick 6, Hagerstown 6 over Martinsburg 4.
Philadelphia defeated Brooklyn by ten to one while Pittsburgh won nine to four against Cincinnati and New York beat Boston six to one.
Washington defeated Philadelphia 3 to 2 while Cleveland crushed Detroit 11 to 9 in a pair of AL Western Division games. The tight pitcher’s duel at Washington left the PHI offense far from late rally. Cleveland’s offense exploded with four runs in the middle innings to take the lead.
Hagerstown Athletics face Willamsport tomorrow at 2 PM in Conococheague Park. Willamsport Baseball Association provides ample facilities as crowds gather in hot weather. A new dancing pavilion, tennis court, and refreshments booth enhance the grounds for visitors.
Hub leader Kaunas with eleven hits tops the week, Strickler close behind at ten. Final standings show Kaunas 11 Strickler 10 Dugan 8 Satterlee 8 Brophy 6 Boyle 4. Yesterday's home runs list Mokaa of Philadelphia with 16 hits, totals show American League 168 National League 169.
The Hagerstown Orioles travel to Martinsburg West Virginia to face Hose Co No team in a contest expected to show the true strength of both clubs. The Orioles bring a full lineup and many rosters as they head to the West Virginia city. The Giants pitching staff continues strong with John Watson securing a 6 to 1 win over the Braves.
The long promised welterweight title fight between Mickey Walker and Benny Leonard is being finalized in New York. The New York Boxing Commission aims to settle promoter, venue, time, referee, and compensation, with the winner slated to meet Dave Shade. Likely date is July or early August.
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