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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1907
Page
26
In a noisy Capital Stag contest, West Enders pelleted three pitchers for fifteen hits while Jimmy Kerr allowed three. The game featured erratic pitching but strong hitting from West Enders with early dominance and a late surge. The score and exact details reflect a chaotic, high hit total showdown with notable performances across multiple batters.
In a fast paced Marquette League game at Olympic Field St Dominic defeated St Peter with a strong shooting run lead. Chappell Jones and Sullivan powered the St Dominic offense while Mullin anchored defense and fielded well.
July 11 at Athletic Park Hagerstown beat Martisburg 11 to 9 in a pitchers duel. Newishi of Hagerstown provided a standout at first base while Sperlar and Tina pitched well for Martisburg. Umpires Martin and Stith called the game amid a large crowd.
The Somerset team quit the West Penn League amid fan disinterest. Malarkey said Somerset people would not support the team, hinting Parkersburg or another location may relocate Somerset for the season’s second half. Fairmont clinched the pennant as the half season ended, with a sale of Pecir Dessau from Steubenville to Boston for $200.
Roanoke outplayed the Highlanders in a hard fought game with decisive scoring from Roanoke in the second sixth and seventh innings while Danville added late runs. The visiting squad showed stronger batting and tighter defense to build a comfortable lead despite ahorsepower effort by the Highlanders. The match reflected the era’s rough play and featured notable performances by Roanoke’s pitchers and fielders.
A drizzly day halted a Washington contest with key players Warner Blankenship Clymer and Charlie Jones sidelined by injuries. Detroit aims to sweep the series with a doubleheader rescheduled for the next two days as Johnson Cantillione and others work to return. George Stone shines and Cobb's disputed homer sparks debate as teams adjust rosters and planning amid postponed games.
Otis Clymer, en route to Lebanon, praises manager Cantillon and the Washington team. He denies trade friction rumors, says he hits pitchers well, and confirms confidence in his Washington tenure and fan reception.
Chicago belts 15 runs to blank New York as Orth and Moore struggle. White Sox mount early offense with heavy hitting, while Altrock and Orth supply solid relief. Moores and Dougherty contribute in a lopsided win with strong pitching and fielding, concluding in a decisive 15 to 0 score.
Roanoke July 16 Special to The Post notes the Fair Play Club organized by baseball roters seeking fair play for players and umpires and a goal to raise 1000 dollars to be divided among members.
Boston and St Louis battled through a marathon at Sportsmans Park, the visitors gaining a 16th inning win after a tight matinee. Pelty and Tannehill pitched throughout as errors and timely hitting produced four unanswered runs in the 16th, with Hemphill and Barrett standout in a classic pitchers duel and dramatic late defense.
Boston and St Louis divided the doubleheader with a 1 0 win by St Louis and a 4 2 Boston victory. The first game featured sharp Boston defense and strong pitching by Beebe, while the second saw solid hitting from Boston and effective mound work by Fromme and Bayliss.
New York faded as Ewing outpitched the Giants, Cincinnati winning 5 to 2. Ames relieved McGinnity in the ninth as Cincinnati sealed the win with timely hitting and solid defense.
Ban Johnson files minority finding on Kellys case declaring no jurisdiction for the national commission. The baseball supreme court rules Kelley is a free agent regarding the St Louis claim but says it cannot rule on other aspects without an appeal from the American Association.
Hilly Keane signed a contract with Uniontown to join the Pro League. The deal includes John Duggan as scout for Landhtown, and Keane, a left handed hitter, has a long minor and major league background including Georgetown, Milton, Virginia, and Cumberland stints.
Pirates beat Brooklyn 4 to 1 as Clarke's men rally after two losses. Leach hit a timely single in the sixth, driving in four runs for Pittsburgh while the visitors tally once late. Hummel and Gutummel starred for the Pirates with three hits apiece, aiding Seaton on the mound in a decisive win.
Sporting comment notes the shortage of genuinely skilled baseball stars. It cites the difficulty of producing players who combine speed, fielding, quick thinking and hitting, and laments retirement of stars like McGraw. It discusses players leaving majors for interests in racing and business, and previews impact on Chicago teams. It also mentions improving injuries and a local road accident.
Philadelphia failed to score after two singles and an error as Chicago shut out the Phillies 6 to 1. Duggleby was released to Pittsburg. Sparky Sparks and Lundgren each pitched for Chicago in a tense pitchers duel on July 16 in Philadelphia.
The fourth annual American Auto Association tour from Chicago to this city saw most Hower contestants hold Friday night positions while RG Kelsey withdrew. Brakes and piston failures affected several teams including Barr and Shoemaker, with penalties totaling many points as cars faced rough roads west of the city.
Former Swarthmore football star Crowell, last season’s George Washington coach, joins the Vespers training group ahead of the national regatta. Known as a former quarterback and kicker, Crowell weighs 170 pounds and recently joined the rowing club, aiming to boost the junior crew for the Middle States Regatta.
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