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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1914
Page
7
Mike Gibbons of St Paul and Bill McKinnon of Pittsburgh fought ten rounds in Covington Kentucky with no decision. Gibbons dominated six rounds and never seemed seriously tested, earning the clear edge over McKinnon in the night’s bout.
Baseball results from September 22 feature New York, Chicago, Boston, and St. Louis in multiple games. Key moments include Zimmerman and Meyers hits, Corridon homer, and a Boston-Pittsburgh note with Maranville and Carey producing offense amid a tense pennant chase.
Chicago September 22 President Ban Johnson of the American League said the world championship series would likely begin October 8, aiming to finish quickly. He disputed reports that October 10 was set and noted two back-to-back games in each city if Boston Nationals and Philadelphia club contend for the title, with opening venue to be decided by a coin flip.
Key officials Bressler and Schang will oversee the matchup with Chill and Connolly serving as the umpiring crew.
In a Federal League action on Sept 22 Baltimore defeated Chicago 3 to 2. Suggs entered in the ninth with bases loaded and two out to secure the win for Baltimore.
Baseball results list scores for several cities in the International League with Newark beating Baltimore 3 to 2 and Providence routing Jersey City 8 to 3. An advertisement promotes GROVE'S TASTELESS chill TONIC as a general strengthener and appetite booster for all ages at 50 cents.
Peter Stevens and Lelia Patchen led opening heats at Columbus grand circuit races. Stevens set 2:02 in the King stake pacers, Patchen won the 2:14 class pace, Napoleon Direct took the Motel Hartman pacing stake with a 2:02 1-2 first heat and strong late miles. King Coachman faded to finish behind.
President Ban Johnson of the American League announces the first world series game will be October 8 instead of October 10 to finish the pennant businesses early. The article notes fan questions over Rose Trophy vote for Jake Jacobson and cites his slugging and home-game performance.
Bayou La Batre Alabama on September 22 hosted a top amateur game between Krafts of Mississippi and the Albas. Krafts fielded strong defense at first base and Johnson behind the plate while Alba runner Lloyd excelled on bases. Goleman pitched well until late as Smee hit into the fence for Alba and Bosarge added a late hit. Final: Krafts 4 Alba 7.
Walter F. E. Maranville, shortstop for the Boston Nationals, and Miss Elizabeth R. Shea of Springfield announced their engagement tonight. The couple plans a fall wedding.
In Columbus on September 22 the second day promises $17 200 in stakes the largest daily total of the meet. The main event this afternoon is the Hester Columbusa Breweries 2 14 trot three in five with $10 000 added.
Mrs Sadie P Clawson of Indiana Pa suffered persistent stomach pain bloating headaches and belching after meals. Her daughter had success with Chamberlains Tablets and urged her to try them. She reports they helped her when other remedies failed. For sale by all dealers.
Try our Business Men's Lunch from 12 to 2 30. We cater to the trade with quick service and the best market offerings. Enjoy DeBriere's Famous Java Coffee, touted as the best in the city, for five cents.
In the American League Washington plays Chicago in cloudy weather with a 1 30 start first game. Philadelphia meets Cleveland in clear conditions at 3 16. Boston travels to Detroit in clear weather with a 1 45 start. New York faces St Louis in clear skies with a 3 30 start.
National League games listed with Chicago at New York and St Louis at Philadelphia both at 3 p.m. Pittsburgh visits Boston at 3 p.m. and Cincinnati plays Brooklyn at 3 30 p.m. in clear conditions.
Chicago at Baltimore and St Louis at Pittsburgh both show clear skies with 3:45 and 3 p m start times. Kansas City at Brooklyn also clear with a 3 p m start. Indianapolis at Buffalo clear with a 3 30 start time.
Chicago Sept 22 The emery or sandpaper ball is banned by President B B Johnson in the American League. Managers will face 30 day suspensions and $100 fines for first offenses. Games won by violators may be struck from records. Several pitchers allegedly used emery paper to improve grip and effectiveness.
Harvard football lineup shows six returnees and four first string reserves as 40 players remain in preparation for the opener against Bates this Saturday in Cambridge.
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