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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1909
Page
40
Sporting commentary discusses managerial decisions, Ljayole's role, and the Cleveland pennant outlook. It covers team leadership, potential replacements, and the impact on next season amid debates on strategy and player influence.
In Pittsburgh August 16 nearly 13 000 fans watched New York tie the game in the eighth inning on a sensational barehanded catch by Murray. Mathewson and Willis pitched well, rain halted play after the eighth, and Barbeau, Leach, and Murray featured in a dramatic sequence that preserved the draw for the Giants against the Pirates.
Henry Krause, the young left-hander, limited the Athletics to a single run while Walter Johnson belted a solo homer over left field, to seal a 6 to 1 victory for the Nationals. Ed Grillo and Henry Krouse, the Athletics’ pitcher, contributed to a rough loss as Johnson and the visitors broke through with timely hits and strong defense.
Monday's results show Pittsburg defeating New York, with Philadelphia at Waaslington and Chicago at Detroit. St Louis visits Cleveland while Boston hosts New York in a packed AL schedule headlined by key cross league matchups.
The Washington club secretary says his name was misquoted in reports tying him to seeking Harry Davis as manager. He explains he traveled from Atlantic City to Philadelphia to discuss business with Ban Johnson, met Connie Mack briefly, and never discussed Davis or a new manager. He notes the club has not yet considered a manager, while Davis himself hinted he might not oppose a move to Philadelphia.
The piece notes Parker Brissett outfits at York Avenue, praising tailored garments and deep discounts. It then recalls Pat Livingston, formerly with Indianapolis Hoosiers, joining Connie Mack's Phillies after a pennant season and delivering clutch moments including a 12th inning double against St Louis, confirming his value as catcher and timely hitter.
Special to The Washington Post New York August 16 Boston Red Sox surged with a perfect week winning all seven games, closing on Detroit and Philadelphia leaders. Fans speculate the club will win the pennant and reach the world series as talk grows of the American Association becoming an outlaw major league next year with clubs in Chicago Louisville Pittsburgh Indianapolis Baltimore Brooklyn and Providence or Newark. Also notes Willie Lewis sparring match and Burke claiming drugging, with witnesses disputing his claim after the bout.
The report covers midweek action with Plank or Bender leading the leaders, a 4 o clock start, and a lengthy account of hard-hit balls, fielding plays, and lineup changes as Milwaukee and Philadelphia chase division wins. It notes Krause pitching against the Nationals, Boo Ganley facing Walter Johnson, and comments on the pennant race with Boston and Connie Mack watching closely as six weeks remain.
The national base ball commission in session here today ordered the St Paul club to pay the New York National League club 1000 for catcher Tom Needham. The New York club’s claim against the St Paul club for pitcher Holmes was not allowed, Holmes returning to New York. Pittsburg was ordered to pay 100 to Wilkes-Barre for failing to keep an exhibition date on July 15. The case of Pitcher James Vaughn of Macon was decided as belonging to Louisville, effectively awarding him to Cincinnati, as purchased for Louisville with turnover to Cincinnati as needed. Several minor schedules across the Tri-State and Eastern leagues were postponed or adjusted due to weather and other factors.
Amateur league standings show Wok Pet and other teams leading various leagues including Capital Cet, Sunday School, Marquette, Suburban, Independence, Bankers, National A A, and Colored Departmental. Numerous scores and team records dated 1940 appear with mixed geographic references such as Brooklant, Langdon, Brightwood, Takoma, and Manhattan.
Brightwood defeated Parkview to claim first place in the Suburban League in a highly attended game. Key plays featured Murphy, Hayes, and Gallagher on offense and strong pitching by Robinson and Gallagher. The loss dashed Parkview’s pennant hopes as Brightwood surged in the fifth inning with a late rally.
In Independence League action Advent beat the Aggies in a six inning, mud plagued game. Reeves started for Advent but left in the third after allowing several runs. Ferguson relieved and allowed only three hits. Graham Seare homered for Advent as Walker and Morgan contributed offense. Ferguson earned the win. A separate Sunday School League clash saw Peck defeat St Paul on a field so muddy that play was nearly unplayable.
Distrurbing scene at a corner cafe as Chick Green restrained Philadelphian Horace Fogel after a clash with Charles Murray. Witnesses say tensions between Murray and Fogel dated from a prior dispute and escalated when an exchange turned physical in the Dunlop cafe lobby. Green intervened to prevent serious injury as Murray allegedly grabbed a chair and a witness reported a struggle over a table.
Aliwake Augak EAC led Tiia Athletic Club to win the second Lipton Cup race as Spay Chicago Yacht Club trailed. Spras won the earlier race, and Rita Yewab placed third today. Columbia suffered a broken rudder and dropped from contention.
Fortamurg August 16 Secretary Wredersen of the New York team was overcome by heat during the game in Chicago yesterday and confined to bed. He left for Philadelphia with the team tonight. Knowles’ condition was serious last night and early today but he has recovered enough to travel. He was under physician care during the day.
Cap itol Chip Langus Mark Wood face Capital City Park Sunday School League at Thirteenth and Decreees. Ratiroed League Shepmen meets Southern at Fourth Street and Florida. Suburban League Parkview vs Wood at Georgia Avenue and Kenyon. Marquette League Independence League and Bankers League games noted. Colored Departmental League Agriculture and G G at Monument grounds.
Readable scraps show players Greer, Kerrie, Sturz, MeMoria, Valar, and Ler. Mentions March 7 innings and multiple names with partial team notes. Umpire Hughes referenced. unclear final score or full lineup due to damaged text.
The Kenkes League game saw Riggs defeat Taggart with Taggart contributing key plays and Fleming, Garnett, and Hirst among top performers. The contest featured multiple players getting on base and notable defensive moments, ending after an hour and 30 minutes with Riggs securing the win over their rivals.
Several leagues will start new schedules immediately after the post season to extend play beyond the regular season. The Railroad Suburban National and Sunday circuits join others in planning games later this year to maintain public interest and keep teams active.
Indianapolis entries swell for national automobile races at the speedway with sixty five cars already entered and the final list not yet closed. The event spans Thursday to Saturday with trophies including a metal arm band for the winner as long as retention lasts. In the Capital City League Brentwood faces Marines in the season finale with lineups listed for both clubs.
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