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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1910
Page
30
Pitcher Joe Ohl, long a target of the Nationals and other majors, shipped to Macon for this season. The local club’s McAleer praises four pitchers Oberlin Groom Walker and Johnson, claiming readiness for opening day. Manager Dunn visits, bid for Conroy or Killifer blocked. infielders George McBride improving, plant upgrades planned for a modern park to attract crowds.
Washington Post report from Oakland details John Johnsons plan to train intensively for a July fight with Jim Jeffries. Johnson predicts a hard struggle, vows to take the fight to Jeffries from the start, and outlines a rigorous camp in Santa Monica with manager Num Berser and entourage. He expects to stretch the match to about twenty rounds. Also noted is Johnsons speeding trial in municipal court, with defense countering aboard a rowdy jury of white men and the case to resume tomorrow.
An editorial voice predicts a boxing win in twenty rounds. The speaker vows not to let past grudges interfere and asserts confidence, stating the sun shines and a knockout of Jim is certain.
Sam Fitzpatrick longtime Johnson handler and aide on the Australian trip predicts Jeffries will win the July 4 Emeryville fight. He says Johnson cannot knock Jeffries out and bets Jeffries will prevail, though he praises Johnson's hustle and clever defense.
Johnson disputes Fitzpatrick prediction that Jeffries will win and vows full focus on training. He calls the coast dispatch misinformed, plans road work and a long battle, and adds sparring partners Kid Cotton Tommy Ryan Joy Walcott Monte Cutler to his camp to sharpen his edge.
Milwaukee April 4 The Battling Nelson camp says Matty Baldwin will not get the first title try at lightweight champion Wolgast. Wolgast has signed to fight Baldwin for 45 rounds on June 27, with Wolgast guaranteed $5000 plus training expenses as per the agreement.
The Giants defeated the Norfolk State Leaguers 4 to 0 with strong pitching by Lloyd and errors aiding the cause. New York hitters produced a few two base hits and key plays, while Norfolk struggled to solve the Giants defense in a rain-softened game.
Baseball results from various leagues show Nashville 3 Detroit Americans 2 and Detroit wins recounted. Greenville area teams split scores with Rochester 9 to 0. Spartanburg New York Americans lost 4 to 2 against Spartanburg Caroling Association. Charlottesville Virginia University of Virginia defeated Lafayette 4 to 0. Augusta South Atlantic 0 New York Americans 3. Columbia 6 Montreal Eastern & Columbia South Atlantic 2. Richmond Virginia Brooklyn Nationale 4 Richmond State League 2. Chattanooga region shows National League action with Chattanooga Southern 7. Raleigh IoC A and M College 6 Richmond College 0. Dameer notable match Gordon Institute 4 Chatteaccea University 1.
Dr J A Miskey of the Philadelphia Racquet Club defeated Pierre Lorillard Jr of New York and Tuxedo in a three sets to two opening match at the New York Racquet and Tennis Club. Miskey won 18 games to 8 and later seeks the title holder Jay Gould.
Sporting Comment surveys pitching morale and clutch support from infielders, noting Schaefer’s guidance aiding Detroit hurlers. It covers Jeffries Johnson boxing tactics, rumored bribes, and Johnson’s cautious plan, plus Kling’s potential return boosting the Cubs and their pennant chances.
Virginia defeated Lafayette 4 to 2 with Culbertson in superb form. Fitcher and solid defense backed Culbertson as Virginia opened scoring in the first and added runs late, while Pickford, Lile, and Fitchett delivered key hits. Lafayette, led by Norris, battled but could not sustain the offense, and Virginia started the season strong at home in Charlottesville.
Kansas City April 4 John G Kling expects reinstatement into organized baseball by next Friday after receiving official notice of a $700 fine from the national baseball commission. He said he will mail the check to headquarters on Wednesday and hopes to be reinstated by Friday, noting no word has reached him from Chicago National League officials.
New York April 4 President Lynch of the National League conducted a five hour conference with the eight regular umpires and Desnoyers subarbitrator De Witt Van Cleef. He stressed that umpires are monarchs of the field and must enforce the playing code to retain their positions while noting protested games and penalties. The meeting clarified field access restrictions and listed attending umpires. Also noted Chicago NL club released pitcher Schwenck to Memphis and catcher Orendorft to Los Angeles.
Gallaudet beat Business High 4 to 3 in a slow, improvised grounds game played yesterday afternoon. From the third inning both teams were tied at three runs as pitching and fielding struggled on the muddy diamond. Captain Howersen delivered the winning run with two on and two down in the ninth.
The Washington Post reports Carolina trounced Bingham of Asheville 5 to 2. Red Stewart pitched effectively in relief for Carolina, making three consecutive outs after a single inning of work. Strong fielding by Hackney in center and Armstrong at third highlighted the victory. Willett pitched well for Bingham.
Weather permitting, Central High field and track squad will start outdoor training this afternoon on Georgetown University track. Coach Foley from the O street squad leads the Georgetown effort and secured permission long denied in prior seasons. The team will compete in major scholastic meets including Tome Institute, Georgetown Prep, and a dual meet with Alexandria’s Spaeopal High School. Many athletes are currently ineligible due to studies but are expected to regain good standing by term's end.
The Catholic University nine meets Rock Hill College on University Field with both teams eager after a long stretch. Coach Noonan primes his pitching staff for the fray while Clancy, slated all year, hopes to pitch. Green may start if needed. Hackman, the university’s standout drat hack er, is also set to debut.
Special to The Wellington rope Ethcott City announces the Rock Hill Reserves season open next Wednesday with Melson AC of Baltimore. The varsity spring squad remnants form the second team. The roster includes EH Hinchman catcher RL Thebaud pitcher H Thebaud first base Capt Crowley second Wallace third Flood shortstop Hook pitcher Collins left field Hamilton center field Hopkin right field Gately catcher. The season opener is vs Johns Hopkins University.
St Louis on April 4 reports that baseball pitcher George Ed ward Waddell of St Louis Americana wed Milas Madge Maguire of Battleburg. Press notes he recently obtained a divorce from his first wife, a Boston woman.
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