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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1920
Page
6
The game featured heavy hitters failing to hit for power. Rat fans the opposition and Miller Bolce lead the league in hits but went 0 for 3. Stewart returned strong with two hits, while Reene caught four with solid defense. Owens again showed he cannot be defeated this season as Teague plans another clash with Doc Beh i at South Side.
Bethany College adds new players to its training camp roster including Robert Patterson and Carl Wayman from Mingo Junction and Wellburg. Wayman, a former star at Wellsburg High School, played multiple sports at Bethany’s rival schools and joined the Coast Artillery after leaving military service. Patterson, a top all round athlete, is expected to strengthen the varsity backfield and contribute in football, basketball, and baseball. The report notes their athletic versatility and anticipated impact on upcoming games.
Lindy Toothman's Prints defeated the speedy Owens nine in a tight city league game. Charley Long pitched well for the Prints and Os Bottles held the mound for the Bottles. Runs came on miscues by Bottlers while Garrett and Stewart led the Prints with key hits. The only Bottlers run came in the fourth as Guest and Painley produced a two-base hit to left.
West Virginian game notes show Owens in a 2 1 game, with postponement listed. National League results feature Pittsburgh 4 Brooklyn 3 with Chicago 3 Boron 6. Daily schedule lists Brooklyn at Pittsburgh and New York at St. Louis among others. Umpire Veight noted, several players credited with hits and walks.
A beetle species buries small animal carcasses to hatch larvae and feeds on them. The text claims ancient Aztecs sacrificed thousands of humans annually and that the corpses were later eaten by the populace.
An insurance man recounts a friend’s recovery from stomach colic and gall bladder troubles after using Mast’s Wonderful Remedy. He claims the product removes mucus, eases inflammation, and aids numerous ailments with one dose proving refund policy. Crane’s Drug Store and H H Drug Co advertise nationwide availability.
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