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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1908
Page
3
Clarksburg battled hard but dropped a tight game as the Moguls outhit and outplayed them. Key plays featured McCormick, Daley, and Conaway with sharp fielding as the Cheruts pressed. late errors and a pivotal double play swung the outcome against Clarksburg.
Fragmentary report describes a chaotic late inning with players named Houser Osborne McCormick Humphries Nally Dunn O Mara Cosgrove Holux Dalley Clark etc. The account notes missed plays, errors, runs scored and a dramatic finish as Clarkstown attempts a rally but Cheribs prevail in a muddled summary.
A fragmented write up notes Charleroi and opponents in a baseball style contest. McCormick and Humphries led with key hits while Clark Porgeove and Ortain contributed on defense. Time stamp 2 15 lists umpire Avuudel amid windy field conditions.
Clarksburg fans push for a major league club to visit Union Park for an exhibition game. Local interest grows as nearby cities already host big league teams and Clarksburg seeks one of their own on one of five open dates left in the season.
Journal notes Kelley resigns as manager amid Toronto turmoil. The Taranto town squad sits fifth in the standings as changes ripple through the coaching staff. The Harrow rivals press forward with new leadership while Kelley moves on to other duties.
Annapolis reports Paige named head coach for Navy football next season. Announcement confirms Paige will lead the team after a years of interim roles, with Yale and other names tied to staff changes.
Uniontown was defeated by Connellsville 11 to 0 as four Connellsville pitchers held the visitors to no runs. Yoedt dominated for Connellsville allowing three hits and no earned runs while the Connellsville offensive attack produced early runs and sealed the win.
Yesterday results show Charleroi defeated Clarksburg 11 to 2 while Connellsville beat Uniontown 11 to 0 and Fairmont edged Scotsdale 6 to 5. Today Charleroi visits Clarksburg Scottdale hosts Fairmont and Uniontown plays Connelleville.
Washington Pa July 24 telegraph reports a left handed pitcher for the Pittsburg Collegians has drawn interest from Detroit American League champions. President Nevit invited him to Detroit, but he plans to return to college next fall, while Hose Wall and Tease Shurtz also received telegrams about joining pro ranks. New Castle Pa July 24 Treasurer Frank Sirohecker of the Crate 0. & PL base team resigns saying he has had enough of baseball troubles.
Fragments recount game results and player notes with teams and venues unnamed. Mentions Uniontown, Cleveland, Giants, Cubs, and Milwaukee figures, plus trades and injuries affecting several clubs.
The Broaddus diamond game on Thursday saw the Amateurs defeat Northview in six innings. Key pitcher DeForent held the Northview bats, as the Amateurs rallied with steady hitting to build an 11 to 6 lead after five frames and finish ahead 13 to 2.
Dutch Weimer of New Castle leads the 1 P gun with 40 hits in 104 at bats and a 41 percent clip. Spoas of Akron sits second with 43 hits in 127 at bats, while Hinton Mealeene of Youngstown and Erle are noted among top run scorers. Sellers of Sharon tops base theft with 19 steals and other standouts include Welmar, Erle, and Mealeene in a high batting race.
In a baseball feature from July 2 Detroit wins 4 to 2 over Washington in the American League. Other scores include Chicago 2 New York 6 Chicago 6 New York 2 Big Louth 4 Boston 2 Cleveland 0 Philadelphia 1.
New York Giants manager John McGraw tightens the pitching corps for the pennant chase by purchasing Walter Balgo from Charleston and adding Paige, a South Atlantic standout, to the roster. Uncertain is Welmor's status as he misses trains amid contract questions and travel plans to St. Louis.
In a tight 4 to 3 loss yesterday afternoon the Pittsburg Phates fell to the Brooklynlies. The lone scheduled game featured remarks on upcoming matchups including Chicago at Brooklyn and St Louis at Philadelphia.
Fairmont edged its opponent in a close game noted for strong pitching by Hunt though not at peak form. Conagery started for Beddsle and limited hits while Sweeney and Haught supplied key two run hits. Ferguson King and Jackley had stolen bases and Jackley twice drew walks. Time 1:45. Umpire Holland.
West Virginia horses including Mary Talley trained by Frank Hedrick and A. D. Pare’s Kennet M. compete in 2:24 pace and 131 trot at Dawson City with twelve others. Entries Grand Elder, Wapstat, and Free For All also show in $400 purses as local crowds watch the event.
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