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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1909
Page
40
Sporting Comment discusses Joe Cantillon succession, urged frugal trades, evaluating players like Schaefer and Davis, weighing major league value vs cost, and the risks of short term experiments. It cites pitchers and hitters, praising seasoned hands and cautioning against costly deals that could weaken the club’s balance.
A fragmented recap notes past race standings among clubs such as Ly Pe Detroit St Louis Cleveland Chicago Boston and New York with unclear scores. The potential impact of Byrne joining the Piratts is eyed with interest.
The National Baseball Commission adoption limits how majors can sell players to minors with repurchase options. If the option is exercised and the player is sold again and repurchased by the same MLB club, the player must report to his MLB team before August 2. Failure to report risks suspension from drafts. Brooklyn’s last season illustrated the issue with a move involving a sale and repurchase, prompting this rule to close the loophole.
Alexander and Hackett, the longtime New York champions, captured the national lawn tennis title for the third time by defeating Valace FM Taught and the Janes on the coast. The scores were 84 in the first two sets as the challengers fought hard, but the champions dominated the final set with a brilliant net game to seal the victory.
Tomorrow afternoon at Bermyn Ma Autovile Driving Wark track hosts six races on a card. Harness horses compete in one trotting and one pacing event alongside two running races with notable entries such as Lackward May 21911 Carruita Red Rock 219 21 Imersione Alma 214 14 Rova K Raith Knight Ketle A Prime Alto Nelle Filer Gon Patar Aimmarked and Vindonk Wabash Queen Chaperone among others. First race is slated for 2 PM.
In Catonsville and Virginia, a car shipment arrives as Overland and Willys machines prepare for tests and trips. Industry leaders praise Goodyear tires on climbs like Pike's Peak while critics dispute Indianapolis record claims versus earlier Brooklands marks.
Washingtons Joe Cantillon and his Nationals arrived in Detroit for a series opener. Rumors swirled that star Schaefer had left the club amid business matters, while Dolly Gray was slated to oppose Hillian in the opening game. Cantillon planned to use the most effective pitcher against the locals as executives weighed lineup changes and injuries looming over McIntyre.
The American League schedule for Friday lists Washington at Detroit Philadelphia at Cleveland Chicago at Boston St. Louis at Brooklyn Cincinnati at New York Pittsburgh at Philadelphia.
New York defeats Boston 7 to 1 in ten innings to break Boston’s winning streak and drop them to third in the American League. Pitcher Hall took the loss as Demmitts east bounder past Stahl in the tenth with runners on. Multiple double plays marked the two games with New York rallying from early deficits.
Philadelphia beat Cleveland 2 to 1 in a pitchers duel between Morgan and Rhoades with a ninth inning rally. Lajoie tied the score with a double, Hinchman singled, and Easterly dropped a Bradleys throw as Philadelphia won in the ninth. Byrne traded to St Louis for Byrne, Pittsburg seeks to finalize eight month deal. Cleveland errors and sloppy coaching noted.
Detroit blanked Chicago 3 to 0 as both pitchers blanked the other and Donovan starred for Detroit. The lone run came on Jones scoring from third in a tense, error-prone early stretch, with strong defensive plays and timely sacrifices shaping the outcome.
Boston defeated Brooklyn twice, taking the first game 6 to 1 and the second 6 to 1. Piney hit a leadoff homer in the second game. Richie's fielding puzzled the visitors. Buxton's new shortstop made a good impression. Cotes, Brondy, and Anky ATI contributed for Brooklyn. Beaumont, Alperman, and Nmeeney for Boston. Game featured double plays Craam and Sheen, left on base, and several pitchers including Wilhelm.
Bargains in Parker-Bridget clothing with big reductions on suits trousers and Teck Oxfords. Early fall and next season wardrobe savings emphasize profitable purchases across furnishings stock. Deals described as the highest importance for purse wise shoppers.
A local clothing retailer operating at Ninth and the Avenue announces new arrivals and a midseason sale. The shop emphasizes durable menswear, casual wear, and footwear with in-store promotions.
Reports from Nashville and Cleveland indicate Bill Bernhard, former Cleveland player, is the leading candidate to replace Napoleon Lajoie as manager of the Cleveland baseball club. Local fans and Cleveland owners await official word, while President Kufahl says no offer or denial has been made.
In Philadelphia Aug 19 New York and Philadelphia split a doubleheader. First game a pitching duel with Mathewson and Vaughn? unclear. Magee and Bransfield key late runs for New York. Second game Philadelphia wins 3 1 while New York 4 if corrected. Details include fielding miscues and on base actions, with Magee and Bramefield noted.
The Catskill Selling Stakes at seven furlongs tops the program at Saratoga. Beaucoup 9 to 2 gains from mid-pack to lead late, beating May Amelia and Great Heavens who make strong stretches. Dr Holzberg, Tod, and Tod Great Heavens also figure among notable finishes in a day of uncertain footing and mixed results for favorites.
Gallant Vorate captures 62 furlongs for two-year-olds as Pant Tarty fails to sustain bid. The seventh race delivers a major upset when The Shaughrau defeats the favorite Guetna Given Wild track fast. Included are results across multiple races with notable performers and odds.
A long list of racing entries for multiple races at Saratoga shows horses with weights and odds across seven events, including Open, Handicaps, maidens, and claiming starts. Notable horses cited include Weronora, Geolee, Nod Blue Tie, Taboo Thuble, Lily Pad, Tha Fad, Cherryola, Angarona, Baron Dieskan, St Regie, Medal Kante, and Watervliet, with various weights and prices noted. In other news, Cincinnati reports that Larry McLean underwent shoulder surgery for a broken cap, with doctors predicting a season‑ending outcome.
In a Washington Fest game at Fredericksburg the home nine beat the United States Marines 3 to 1. The match was halted by darkness in the seventh inning. Gouldman starred in left field for Fredericksburg, lifting their season record to near five wins with two draws.
Far West and Expansionist lead a crowded field at Saratoga with 11 to 2 and 3 to 1 odds. Crystal Maid and Windsor show midrange prices while Gallant Pirate and Meltaan attract longer shots. Multiple entries include Dorothy Webb and Woodlane among others with various wagering spreads noted.
The closing day of the Grand Circuit races at Fort Dene track featured Canadian pacer The Egigabd Aucon meeting The Evelyon in straight heats. Aileen Wilson easily won the C trot as San Francisco suffered a bad break. The race saw high stakes, with Saunder and other contenders chasing a purse of about 299 dollars in a heat laden program.
August 18 in Yorkstone England JR Keenes Coronal Bar won the Salt wool 2year olds plate of 10 sovereigns distance furlongs with Racuta second and The Wire Saw third. Fourteen hares started. The Cinque Ports Elter Handicap of 300 sovereigns for 3year olds and up distance 9 furlongs was won by Mauve Patch. J Ro Keenes Meitvande second and Selandhu third. Seven to ten horses started. Naps Buy Two Players Special to The Washington Post Cleveland Ohio Aug 18 The Cleveland club purchased two minor league infielders for tryouts next spring Sykes and Reilly of the Lima Club Ohio State League. Tama loses three players Fonl Nelson and Kaler to Columbus Sunday Pitcher Carroll goes to Yankees Akron Ohio Aug 19 A deal closed whereby Richard Carroll pitcher on the Loyal team of the Ohio end Pennsylvania Baseball League will join the New York Americans September 1. It is said 500 was paid for Carrolls release. Carroll has a record of winning 23 games out of 31 this season.
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