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The Mobile Item

Location

Mobile, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 1914

Page

9

Braves Triumph 1 0 As Athletics Struggle In World Series

Boston Braves defeat Philadelphia Athletics 1 to 0 at Shibe Field to seize a 2 0 lead in the World Series. Bill James outduels Eddie Plank in a pitching duel as Charley Deal’s second inning double proves decisive and the Braves tighten their hold on the title chase.

Philadelphia Shibe Field Boston Braves Philadelphia Athletics Boston Eddie Plank Gettysburg Gatling Athletics Bill James Northwest Bostonians

Deal Steals Thunder as Deal and Stallings Stir Boston and Braves

In a tense late inning, Deal supposedly steals third on a close play while Barry hesitates to throw, drawing gasps from Boston fans. The sequence features Schang, James, and Collins in a dramatic clash with Stallings directing from the Braves bench as Deal scores on a pivotal frame.

Bill James Shines as Braves Tie Series With Spectacular Double Play

Boston pitcher Bill James dominated with fast, sharp work while Eddie Murphy battled at the plate. Eddie Plank kept Philadelphia scoreless with veteran left‑arm pitching as the Athletics fought hard but lacked punch. Braves bench taunts and Hildebrand’s calm officiating set a tense, noisy backdrop to a game defined by defense and youth versus experience.

Stallings Eddie Murphy James Hildebrand Murphy Maranville Walsh Schmidt Athletics Braves Collins Tigers Washington Philadelphians Connie Mack Boston Boston Coop

Baseball card game detail with Plank and Boston hitters

In a detailed inning by inning account, Evers and Cather spark the early action with infield hits and steals. Plank struggles with his curve as Gowdy, Deal, and James chase runs while Boston and Philadelphia defenses exchange outs. No runs cross in the described frames as Plank and Barry hold the line and the crowd honors Eddie Plank.

Braves Rally Short but Fall Short in Tight Inning

In the fourth inning the Braves fail to score as Whitted flies out, Schmidt singles, Gowdy pops out, Maranville singles advancing Schmidt, and Barry makes a sharp defensive play on Deal. James dominates early with two perfect innings and a dazzling stretch, fanning Athletes with no hits or runs. In the fifth Mann singles, Mann advances, and Cather fields cleanly as Barry handles a grounder for the out.

Whitted Schmidt Gowdy Murphy Maranville Barry Deal James Oldring Collins Mann Vers Cather

Vanderbilt Loses Hard Fought Game to Michigan

In rain and mud at Ann Arbor Michigan defeated Vanderbilt 23 to 3. Michigan’s Maulbetsch and Hughitt sparked scoring with Splawn helping in outpunted Vanderbilt. Sikes’s tackles limited Wolverine gains while Cody drew cautions for slugging.

Vanderbilt Michigan

Box Score Summary of Athletics at Phillies Game

In a long box score the Philadelphia fended off Boston with one run on two extra base hits. Schang doubled for the Athletics and Deal knocked in a run via a two base hit with Maranville making key plays on defense. James struck out eight for Boston, Plank struck out six for Philadelphia. The teams traded suspense through innings with stolen bases, errors, and a late single and run by Mann that propelled Philadelphia to the win.

Rabbit Maranville Barry Charley Deal Red Smith Amos Strunk Strunk Amos Deal Flames Walter Schang Boston Athletics Bill James Mackmen Carbonade Washington Eddie Plank Braves Mann Evers Schang McInnis Cather Baker Whitted Collins Ivers Plank Sso Philadelphia Maranville Schmidt James Hildebrand Byron Klein Dineen

Post Series Games Summary Highlight

At St Louis first game Browns defeat Cardinals 2 to 0 in nine innings. Second game ended 3 to 0 due to darkness after Baumgarten and Agnew, Griner and Snyder combined for the Browns. At New York the Yankees top Giants 5 to 6 in a nine inning tilt. Fisher and Nunemaker led the Browns. Marquard, Demaree and Meyers paced the Giants. Officials OBrien Johnson Hart Connolly Evans Rigler. Chicago Cubs White Sox game halted by rain.

St. Louis R. H. E. Browne Cardinals James Agnew Perritt Wingo O'Brien Johnson R. H. BE. Browns Evvessendes Baumgarden Griner Snyder New York R. H. E. Yankees Giants Fisher Nunemaker Marquard Demaree Meyers Hart and Connolly Evans Rigler Indianapolis Chicago Cubs White Sox

Four Prisoners Freed by Grand Jury Report

The grand jury released four prisoners for lack of evidence after its first week of business. The individuals named are Nathan Smiley for assault to murder, Allen Robinson for perjury, Norman Basteda for burglary, Howard Wright for burglary, and Lige Johnson for burglary. The jury also visited the county courthouse, schools, and poor house and will issue a full report next Saturday.

Nathan Smiley Allen Robinson Norman Basteda Howard Wright Lige Johnson

Winn Seeks Short Term Court of Appeals Seat

Montgomery October 10 The governor has received the application of G W Winn of Clayton for the office of judge of the court of appeals to succeed E Perry Thomas. The governor may delay until convinced the office should be filled for the short time. It is expected the governor will not appoint since the term would last about one month. Judge J B Brown of Cullman who defeated Thomas in the primary will take office after the November election.

Montgomery Ala G. W. Winn Clayton Court of Appeals E. Perry Thomas Richard W. Walker J. B. Brown Cullman Thomas

Cream of Kentucky and Lewis 66 in City League Park Game

At City League Park this afternoon 3 o clock the Cream of Kentucky and Lewis 66 teams meet in a scheduled game. Both managers Clarke and West expect a hard fought contest with strong pitching from both sides and a big crowd likely to attend. The lineups list Erhardt at second and Schenher in center for Creams. Williams at short and Wiseman pitching for Lewis among others.

Cream of Kentucky Lewis’ 66 City League Park Lewis Braves Athletics Clarke West Creams Erhardt Smallwood W. Pocase Smith Littlegreen Midgett Schenher Burch Courtney Murray

County Jail Holds Three Charged With Murder

Owen Thompson Olivia Thompson and Odell Walker all of Choctaw county were arrested Saturday by deputy sheriffs and placed in the county jail on murder charges. Will Davis, convicted in the recorder’s court for selling liquor without a license, was also jailed Saturday to serve a 90 day sentence for that offense.

Owen Thompson Olivia Thompson Odell Walker Choctaw County Will Davis Recorder’s Court

Auburn Defeats Florida in 20-0 Gridiron Victory

In Jacksonville on October 10, Auburn overwhelmed Florida University after a scoreless first half. The Tigers, heavier by twenty pounds per man, scored three touchdowns in the third and fourth quarters to win 20 to 0.

Auburn Florida

Southern Football Scores Dominant Week Results

Auturn defeats Florida 20 to 0 and Georgia tops Suwanee G S 8 to 7. Mississippi shuts out 0 as Virginia dominates Richmond 62 to 0. Tennessee beats Clemson 27 to 0 and Tech overwhelms Mercer 106 to 0.

Auturn Florida Georgia Suwanee G. S S. A Mississippi Virginia Richmond Tennessee Clemson Tech Mercer

College Football Scores From Weekend Schedule

Yale defeated Lehigh 20 to 3 and Harvard beat Washington and Jefferson 10 to 0. Princeton won 12 to 7 over Syracuse while Penn and La Fayette tied 0 to 0. Cornell routed Carlisle 21 to 0 and Dartmouth topped Williams 21 to 3. Army shutout Rutgers 13 to 0 and Pittsburgh edged Navy 13 to 6. Brown and Amherst played to a 0–0 tie. Worthmore defeated Buc_iell 9 to 0. Johns Hopkins beat Stevens 16 to 13. Chicago overwhelmed Northwestern 28 to 0 as Illinois beat Indiana 51 to 0. Purdue won 26 to 0 over Western Reserve. Ohio State beat Case 6 to 0. Wisconsin crushed Marquette 48 to 0. Minnesota 26, Ames 0. Michigan 23, Vanderbilt 3. Drake beat Grinnell 20 to 7. Missouri routed William Jewell 46 to 0. St Louis University 29, Illinois State Normal 0. Iowa City 49, Cornell College 0.

Princeton Syracuse University of Pennsylvania LaFayette Cornell Carlisle Dartmouth Williams Army Rutgers Pittsburg Navy Brown Amherst Worthmore Buc Iell Johns Hopkins Stevens Chicago Northwestern Illinois Indiana Perdue Western Reserve Ohio State T. Case Wisconsin Marquette Minnesota Ames Michigan Vanderbilt Drake Grinnell Missouri William Jewell St. Louis University Illinois State Normal Iowa City Cornell College

Federal League Games Hit Baltimore in Doubleheader

At Baltimore Brooklyn trounced the Orioles 7 to 1 in the opener with strong offense and solid pitching. The nightcap ended 3 to 0 as Baltimore held Brooklyn to seven hits. In Pittsburgh a doubleheader was interrupted by rain with the first game ending 9 to 8 in favor of Baur’s team and the second abandoned. Political faith is the peculiar thing.

Baltimore R. H. E. Brooklyn Cca Baltimmore LaFitte Watson Suggs Dix Brown Owen Wilhelm Kerr Pittsburgh R.H.E. Baur Piers Soon Salae Hittenuppe Moore Woodman Blair Allen Berry Shannon and Manassau

Alabama Routs Birmingham College 55–0 in 4th Quarter Rally

Alabama defeated Birmingham College 55 to 0 in Tuscaloosa. After leading 13–0 at the start of the final period, Alabama mounted six more touchdowns and goals as the last ten minutes unfolded into a decisive scoring burst.

FADS AND FANCIES FOR THE MOTORIST

Autumn touring notes describe parasol ettes with pinked edges and folding handles, vanity cases silk lined with pockets and hat pins, new crush plush robes for limousines, llama scarfs for men, tweed coats from America, velvet Piping Rock hats, afternoon tea baskets with electric kettles, and Alpine hats for touring. Strong focus on motoring accessories and attire.

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