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Newspaper

The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1916

Page

8

Mobile Gull sign Johnny Dodge in win over New Orleans Pels

Johnny Dodge debuted at third base for Mobile in a 2 to 1 victory over New Orleans. Holmquist pitched well as Dodge provided the decisive hit in the ninth, driving in Wilcox after a key double by Dodge and a sacrifice, sealing the win for the Gulls.

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Joe Wood Seeks Work as Free Agent Pitcher

Once great Red Sox star Joe Wood, now a free agent, offers services to Pat Moran. He won fourteen games last season and allowed few earned runs, showing his former arm strength may still exist despite past declines.

Joe Wood Red Sox Pat Moran Wood

Baseball results from Southern and national games today

Baseball scores roll in from Southern matchups and national games. Mobile beat New Orleans 3 to 2 while Birmingham topped Atlanta 4 to 3. Chattanooga routed Little Rock 7 to 4. Nashville edged Memphis 5 to 4 and Chicago outscored St Louis 3 to 0. Philadelphia defeated New York 9 to 4 and Detroit beat Cleveland 6 to 1. Cincinnati tied Pittsburgh 1 to 1 in a rare joint result.

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North Carolina Football Scores and Atlantic Matches

Rail and weather affect schedules across multiple cities. In North Carolina venues Greensboro Charlotte Raleigh Winston Salem Asheville Durham report varied outcomes. American Association games in Indianapolis Kansas City show scores of three to two and two to one. Charleston Jacksonville Albany Montgomery Augusta Columbia Macon Columbus also noted with weather disruptions.

North Carolina Greeneboro Charlotte Raleigh Winston-Salem Asheville Durham South Atlantic Charleston Jacksonville Albany Montgomery Augusta Columbia Macon Columbus

International Update Recaps Scores Across Cities

At Buffalo Providence led 4 to 3. In Montreal Richmond won 11 to 1. In Toronto Newark posted 6 and 2. Rochester defeated Newark 7 to 3.

Mulligan Seeks Regular Cubs Shortstop Role

Mulligan aims for a steady regular shortstop position with the Cubs but progress has been intermittent. The phrase on again off again Mulligan describes his uncertain status as spring training continues.

Mulligan Cubs

Women join Grand American Handicap trapshooting

Women rapidly enter trapshooting with many expected at the Grand American Handicap in St. Louis in August. Dianas from across the country will compete in this major event. Harriet D. Hammond of Wilmington, Delaware, plans to participate, marking her first large competition after three years of shooting.

St. Louis Harriet D. Hammond Wilmington Del

Ellam Shines as Vols Pitchers Impress Nashville Fans

In Nashville the Tennessee Vols showcase improved mound work led by Tom Rogers and Floyad Wirroh. Keith Kroh and Bill Ellis contribute strong outings while Art Koresh provides smart defense at third base. The team seeks a right-hander from the Browns to strengthen the rotation as hitters anticipate a high-scoring season.

Nashville Tenn Vols Voltown Tom Rogers Wirroh Kiam Jack Vrost Jin Rank Wells Frost Lloyd Kroh Bill Ellis Louisville Lookouts Ers Klood Kroh Borne Wytte-Taylor Chattanooga Kansas Browns Dixie Baugh Rey Ellam Art Kores Lis

Many Players of Same Name in League Now

The article notes confusion in the Southern League as players share names across clubs. It lists pairs like McDonald in Atlanta and Birmingham, Smith in New Orleans and Birmingham, Harris in Chattanooga and Mobile, and others including Clark Covington and Nicholson dynamics, urging caution before judgment about rookies.

Schmidt of Braves Retires Amid Contract Controversy

Charley Schmidt announces retirement from the Boston Braves leaving a two year, $4,000 per season contract unsettled. The club sought to void the deal by exposing Schmidt’s plan to demand more pay, while owner Stallings moved to acquire Kendry as part of postwar reshaping.

Charley Schmidt Boston Braves Schmidt Boston Stallings Presi Schmitt Kendtcy Feds

Baseball Scores Roundup From Tuesday Action Across Leagues

The Nashville Volunteers edged the Memphis Chicks in a late run duel as Williams delivered a run consuming single. Boston Braves defeated the Phillies 4 2 with Demaree allowing four runs in the eighth inning. Little Rock Travelers beat Chattanooga Lookouts 7 4 led by Walker and Hardgrove. Cleveland Naps toppled the Detroit Tigers 6 1 as Morton shined. White Sox rallied to defeat the Browns 5 4 with Terry delivering a clutch double. Senators beat Red Sox 7 4 as late runs carried them. Birmingham defeated Atlanta 4 3 with a ninth inning rally. Chappell returned to the minors amid trade talk. Doak limited Chicago to two hits in a 2 0 Cards win. Giants beat Dodgers 2 1 in a pitchers’ duel with Tesreau. Yankees downed Athletics 9 4 as Bressler faltered. Russell Ford declared a free agent returning to draughtsman work. Fans remark on era comparisons and potential White House influence in Indians affairs.

Nashville Volunteers Memphis Chicks Ellam Stark Williams

Baseball Weather Across Southern and American Leagues

Southern games include Atlanta at Birmingham cloudy and Memphis at Nashville cloudy. Mobile at New Orleans rain, Little Rock rain. American League matchups list New York at Philadelphia with no other games scheduled.

Southern Atlanta Birmingham Memphis Nashville Mobile New Orleans Little Rock American York Philadelphia

Dr. King's New Life Pills Promoted For Spring Cleansing

An aged advertisement extols Dr. King's New Life Pills as a time tested spring laxative. The first dose is said to move sluggish bowels stimulate the liver and purge waste and impurities from the system. The promotion urges readers to try the remedy to clear winter poisons.

Dr. King

Schmidt Still With Team May Add Player Before Leaving Orleans

Mobile club officials plan to acquire new players to bolster the Gull roster before Schmidt departs Orleans. May 15 looms as a potential entry point as major leaguers may be loaned under option, with Johnny Dodge added to the lineup to strengthen defense and fielding at third base. Bromwich’s injury hampers defense. Ledbetter is set to pitch against New Orleans if weather allows.

Schmidtty Johnny Dodge Bromwich Dodge Ledbetter New Orleans

Hans Wagner Aims For .300 Batting Return At Pennant Run

The Flying Dutchman Hans Wagner, age 42, seeks a .300 batting average or better this season. The article compares his past highs and declines with Cap Anson, Dan Brouthers, and Nap Lajoie, noting Wagner’s long run near or above .300 and hoping for a comeback at 43 after earlier peaks.

Hanus Wagner Flying Dutchman Cap Anson Wagner Dan Brouthers Nap Lajoie

Crosstie Theft Charged In Recorder Court

Jesse Watkins charged with carrying away 11 crossties valued at four dollars belonging to W Brown was arraigned in the recorder's court and his case reset for May 6.

Jesse Watkins W. Brown Recorder’s Court

Wilson cancels visit to Mecklenburg Independence Day event

President Wilson will not travel to Charlotte on May 20 for the Mecklenburg Independence Day celebration nor keep a promise to visit Columbia. He will not attend either place.

Washington Wilson Charlotte Columbia

Drives Away Ants and Roaches too at All Stores

Local retailer promotes a broad pest control solution available at all outlets. The campaign highlights fast-acting formulas targeting ants and roaches with easy household applications.

Skin Diseases Caused by Blood Poisons

The article argues skin diseases stem from poisons in the blood and cannot be cured by salves alone. It emphasizes removing impurities in the blood as the root cause, criticizing artificial living and stating sores prove underlying trouble persists.

S.S.S Medical Department I.S.S United States Ski Health U.S.S

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