02 Oct 1923
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1923
Page
1
The article argues a single standout pitcher often decides a short series. It cites Nat Thie Loe Reese and past stars like Adanis and Red Faber, noting Adams and Faber won three games in key series, shaping outcomes for Pirates, White Sox, and Yankees-Giants encounters.
Star correspondent Davis J. Walsh notes the New York Giants will enter Yankee Stadium with limited familiarity, unlike the Yankees who know Polo Grounds quirks. The article details shadows from a triple deck grandstand, left and right field banking, the horse shoe infield, and dangers to outfielders and infielders adjusting to the unfamiliar sightlines and turf.
Merritt Campbell defeated Fr Ralph Stauffer in straight sets 6 2 6 3 to claim the city tennis cup in the men's open handicap tournament. Campbell had earlier knocked out Philo A station in the semi finals and will crown the event for a year with plans for an annual affair and a row of 50 trees along Nikko Avenue.
Ray Schalk claims the Yankees boast a superior pitching staff to the Giants. He notes five strong starters and the impact of southpaws on a free swinging lineup. Bentley could be McGraw’s ace in the hole while McQuillan’s savvy helps in a short series.
A baseball writer argues that in a seven game World Series the Yankees superior pitching is not decisive. He notes several Giants southpaws and relievers who could carry a series, but overall the American League staff edges the Giants by about 30 percent. He recalls Jesse Barnes' relief wins in 1921 and concludes one great pitcher may tilt a short series more than a galaxy of stars.
John McGraw reportedly plans to buy Stouts Wilson from Martinsburg via an 18 000 payment if he proves himself in the majors. Wilson debuted for the Giants with a 0-for-2 day and an error, then improved with four hits in a Sunday appearance. Potent financial stakes and a local Blue Ridge League sale intertwine as Pitt—Kelley and Ulrich move between Waynesboro, Scranton, and the Orioles exhibition.
The deciding post season Sunday School League championship between First Baptist and Washington Square MBE clubs was moved to Saturday at 5 80 PM due to early sunset. The series stands 1-1 after a four inning void game and two games played Saturday.
John L. Hurley recreational director plans a community horseshoe pitching tournament. Last year about 40 entrants. this year expected 75 to 80 pitchers as groups practice daily. A silver loving cup will be awarded to the winner. Matrics will be called for soon.
A long list of residents from Hagerstown and nearby areas is shown with numerous misspellings and corrections. The document notes corrections to several names and addresses, followed by a short, unrelated scientific note about gravity on the moon and spider communication.
Yesterday's American League results show Cleveland routing St. Louis 133 to 6 and Detroit defeating Chicago 17 to 3 in eleven innings. The standings list New York atop the circuit, followed by Cleveland Detroit St. Louis Washington Chicago and Boston with varying win percentages.
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