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Newspaper
The West Virginian
Location
Fairmont, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1916
Page
11
Wesleyan anticipates a home tow game amid uncertain notes and unsure readiness as players adjust to late season conditions. The team focuses on defense and execution to compete in the upcoming matchup.
An alarming message notes a man who says life isn’t worth living may be the last to struggle for self preservation as danger threatens. Police and counselors consider intervention to prevent harm during the tense exchange.
Notes indicate a golf ringer contest at Essex Falls Country Club running May 20 to October 13 with amateurs invited to compete. Mentions Frank Moran leading a grand match at a New York course and Freddie Welsh's early arrival for the event. References to chess champion Prindle and a messy sideline about Washington sending Walt Johnson to Cleveland, with Oshkosh rejection noted.
Yesterday's National League results include Pittsburgh beating Brooklyn and New York going thirteen innings. The piece blends stray notes on schedules, forecasts, and humorous asides about players, with mentions of Chicago Boston St Louis Cincinnati and Philadelphia. A side thread references a home bench upgrade and a Giants coach’s status amid shifting circus acts and betting pools.
Announcement issued by Women's West Virginia Golf Association details the first championship tournament at a West Virginia country club from July 1 through four days prior. Executive committee includes Mrs Edward W. Stifer Wheeling CC, Mrs Angus McDonald Edgwood CC Charleston, Miss Virginia Watson Fleming Fairmont CC, Lucile McClintire Maclinton CC, and Bertha Carli Vance. Trophy awards and permanent cup rules outlined.
Temple bowlers fought a tight contest against Grant Town, with scores showing near parity across multiple frames. The match featured strong performances by Fairmont and Fleming on the Fairmont team, while Johnston and Dayin contributed solid marks for Grant Town. The game drew a large crowd and reflected the local rivalry as both sides battled for bragging rights and league standing.
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