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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1917
Page
1
A dated column discusses Ad Wolgast, critiquing his comeback attempts, likening him to a fossil in boxing lore. The writer mocks his failures and vanity, contrasts past bravado with present limits, and riffs on era, money, and public perception without graphic detail.
In London British sports continue with strong public support despite years of war and many athletes in military service. The prewar spirit endures with exhibitions and charity matches aiding Red Cross and war funds while promising youngsters emerge to challenge champions upon peace.
National League results include New York beating St Louis 2 to 1 in a five game series opener, Brooklyn and Chicago delivering a 3 to 1 game, Boston losing 2 to 4 at Cincinnati, and Philadelphia taking an 8 to 5 win over Philadelphia in a stand. Packard and Verrict pitched for New York in a tense mound duel with errors and fielding plays noted.
Carlisle Indian School announces football will proceed despite players joining the military. John Francis Sr. says 11 will be picked from current material to form a team, with many colleges likely to play on the outing schedule while replacements are found. The season aims to continue, baseball among activities, as athletic effort remains vital. First sackers to advance in Atlanta include Golvin of Mobile and Covington of Little Rock, with Covington improving batting and fielding.
Joe Kelly returns to the Traver outfield as the Braves seek stability amid a troubled lineup. The article notes Kelly could anchor the outfield and help push the team toward the first division with reinforcement across infield and pitching, detailing game stats and defensive highlights.
Montreal July report recounts Steve Lane the old Thoroughbred horse that survived the Princess Patricia regiment and returned with Major Hamilton Gault after heroics on the battlefield. Lane, once famed for the Hendrie Memorial steeplechase, now ends his days in Manoir Hours, Quebec, as the lone surviving charger.
Chicago July 7 Ty Cobb sits close to the 400 mark as The Detroit Star reports a surge in his hitting over ten games reaching 383 and 100 hits for 153 bases. He threads three homers twelve triples and twenty doubles while stealing twenty bases, tying for runs with Weaver of Chicago at forty seven. Roth of Cleveland leads on base with twenty five steals. Cobb, Detroit, leads the near 400 pace among top batters with Speaker and others also near leaders.
Nashville July 7 Three cheers for an umpire and for three young men volunteering for war Billy Hert Bonds bond MG longtime umpire has sons Raeburn Hart 24 hospital corps headed to France Robert Start 26 with Erie railroad home in Cincinnati seeks call to colors Billy Mart says he took two weeks leave to be with his sons and expresses pride in their service while lamenting he cannot join them.
Norman Ross of the Olympic Club in San Francisco demonstrates exceptional training balance by finding time for swimming, reportedly setting a new record as he trains for future competitions. The article highlights his prowess and ongoing preparation.
Philadelphia July 7 Cy Morgan former Athletic pitcher impressed as a gunner in Willington Delaware. Despite a three bird handicap by the committee he killed all fifty birds to win individual honors. He then teamed with Clyde Leedom to win the Delaware Hardware Association two man championship cup with Cipdr scoring 47 for a total of 97, unmatched by rivals.
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