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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1911

Page

4

Fourth Inning Report Highlights Scoring Spurt and Errors

In the fourth inning, Lund added a safe hit while Wallet was out, and multiple fielding plays affected progress. McNeely connected for a hit, Neha was out, and C McCurdy reached on a fielder's choice with W McCurdy out at second. A McCurdy doubled driving in runs as Bridges and Engman contributed. Wheeler produced a two-base hit and Wallenbeck advanced bases, creating a three-run frame with Engman scoring.

Linsley F. Parret Lund Wallet Beck Helm McNeely Neha Etreck W. McCurdy Parrett Wheeler C. McCurdy Douglas Engman A. McCurdy Bridges H. Linsley Lucas Thompson Wallenbeck Eng McCurdy KR. Parlet Parlet Holm Rebek C. Linsley F. Parlett Tommy Land O. Linsley Ineas Man F Parlet T Linsley R. Parlet W.mccurdy Gaie Holin Partet Perkins

Wright Stars soar in Wright brothers themed baseball skit

The Wright Stars staged a playful exhibition at the focal field, delivering a light aerial performance and a spirited two inning game. McCurdy, Parlet, and Wallenbeck starred with multiple hits as Washington sidefielders battled in a quirky, crowd pleasing effort led by umpire Bell.

Wright Focal Orville Wilbur Wright Stars Wright. Ta Focal Field

Johnson to Lecture on Opportunity by Johnson Platform

Edinburgh reports a lecture by Sarath We and Mr Jack Johnson of Galveston Reno New York and way stations. He will present a new lecture titled America the Land of Opportunity from Poor Boy to the Biggest Man in the Country with remarks on Hopes White and other topics and illustrated with movements.

Edinburgh Jack Johnson Galveston Reno New York America Johbnson George Perry Boston Johnsing George

Multiple sports events announced from coast to coast

The document lists upcoming events and assignments across sports. Harvard-Boston aviation meet opens tomorrow with two or more women participants. St Louis hosts printers baseball parliament from Sunday to Sept 2. Toromo Argonauts to send eight to Baltimore regatta on Labor Day. Michigan football to be coached by First Roser Jane from Midworm kee. Harmsworth Cup motorboat races slated Sept 4 5 and 6 at Huntington Bay. 1912 National American Bowling Congress tournament awarded to Chicago March 2 23. Bugs Raymond, former NY Giants pitcher, struggles to win games.

Argonauts of Toromo Baltimore

Washington Baseball Team Faces Tough Finish Schedule

The Washington team, all veterans, has played 51 games with 43 wins and 8 losses. The next 15 games include trips to Sherrard and Centerville, home dates with Eldora for the Iowa Semi-Professional Championship, and matches against West Liberty and Ottumwa. Big crowds are planned for Southeast ball grounds.

Washington Sherrard Lil Eldora Iowa Centerville Oskaloosa Columbus Junction Fair West Liberty Ottumwa

Chamberlains Coke Remedy Offered By Lenmon Pharmacy

Advertisement urges buying Chamberlains Coke Diarrhoea Remedy from Lenmon's Pharmacy. Claims it is superior and needed before summer ends.

Chamberlain's Coke Lenmon’s

Unnamed bug threat to Chicago vegetation

A new unidentified insect has appeared in Chicago and threatens vegetation, with dandelions predicted to be at risk. The report notes potential impacts on local flora and urges monitoring, while details about the bug and spread remain unclear.

Chicago

Des Moines Woman Cured After One Dose Remedy

A well known Des Moines woman endured two days of severe bowel distress before being cured by one dose of Chamberlains Coca Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. For sale by Lemumons Pharmacy.

Des Moines Chamberlain Lemumon

Johnson plans Australia boxing tour and big autumn bouts

The heavyweight champion and his wife prepare to depart for Sydney around October 31 for a year of fights. McIntosh signs to promote a winter heavyweight carnival with Lang Bill and McVey among others. Johnson plans December 26 bout with Bin Lang and Easter Monday match with Sam McVey in Sydney. He aims to net about a quarter million dollars that year.

Waverly Flugh McIntosh Moter Johnson Chaimpion Sydney Mclnntosh Australia Bill Lang Sam McVey Marcel Moreat

Hay Fever Relief Claim for Foley's Honey and Tar

A Chicago man at 102 Wolframs St. reports relief from hay fever and summer colds using Foley's Honey and Tar Compound. He says many others with similar symptoms may benefit and notes the product is sold by all druggists.

Foley KE. M. Stewart Wolframs St Chicago Stewart

Philadelphia veterans plan field day at Wildwood

Veteran amateur athletes from Philadelphia, active before 1895, have organized a big field day at Wildwood, New Jersey next September. The event aims to showcase independent twirlers and senior participants from local clubs.

Philadelphia Wildwood N. J

Sports News Roundup Highlights 1910s Era

The piece surveys athletic promotions across cities, noting aviator Mathilde Moisant’s new license, RTC the trotter Dick's origins, a Wildwood commercial vehicle exhibition, the Glidden run route shift, Reed’s Driving Park sale, and an upcom­ing Erie harness racing plant. It also mentions a cross‑country motor caravan, Boston attendance records, manager Stovall on sacrifice in close games, Hungarian chess master Marovzy seeking citizenship, Gotch-Hackenschmidt wrestling plans, and fading white hope boxing tours led by Johnson era comparisons.

Baseball Standings and Scores From Rain-Interrupted Games

League records show multiple rain postponed games. Chicago and New York records are listed with players Quinn Sweeney Walsh Block and others. Louisville Minneapolis split a doubleheader, while Columbus and Brooklyn posted results. Further games in Philadelphia and St Louis show nearby standings and key pitchers cited.

Chicago RWB New York Quinn Sweeney Walsh Block Pet Ear Mager Keefe McLean Moore Spencer Moran Poston RW. E. St. Louis Mosigh Sallee Bliss Tyler Kling Brooklyn Burke Seenlon Erwin Reulbach Archer Pittsburg Adams Gibson Mathewson Creu Jail Wilson R. H.S. Pittsoure Cannitz Marquand and Myers

Zemo Promises Cure for Dandruff and Scalp Germs

An old advertisement claims dandruff is a germ disease and promises a permanent cure using Zemo and Zemo Soap. It guarantees a refund if not satisfied after the first bottle and soap cake, stating one bottle and one cake suffice when used as directed. McElhinney Drug Co. in Washington stocks the products.

Zemo

Foley Kidney Pills Offer Relief for Women’s Ailments

A medicinal ad describes women suffering from backache headaches nervousness poor appetite and sleep loss as due to kidney and bladder troubles. It promotes Foley Kidney Pills as quick relief and a path to health and strength. Sold by all druggists.

Foley

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