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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1924

Page

21

Umpires Deny Omer Harris Home Run in Fourteenth

Frank Fr. Lough reports a protested decision as the Nationals claim a fourteen inning win over the St. Louis Browns after umpires and Nallin rule Harris did not home run. The ball’s trajectory and a wall bounce are disputed, with manager Griffith pressing for reversal while players argue over where the ball landed. The game stretches into extra innings with twists on calls and lineups as grounds for protest are debated.

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May Be Counterfeit at Lous Washington Baseball Game

Louis Washington game box score details show multiple base hits by Jacobson and team. Scoring and pitching lines list Danforth as winning pitcher and Marberry as loser with lengthy 4 hours 45 minute game time.

Lous Washington Jacobson Robertson Martina Taylor Feckinpaugh S Rice Harris Robertson McManus Staler McManus Shooker Danforth Plass Hebertson Taylor Hucks Louis Washington Baila Shocker Martina Marberry Martina L . Russell Warberry Russell Zahniser Gerber Messiah Sallin Pineen

Netherlands to Stage 1928 Olympic Games

The Netherlands Chamber of Commerce in Newark announced there is no truth to reports Amsterdam would lose hosting rights for the 1928 Olympics over finances. Amsterdam is ready to proceed, boasting a fine stadium and full facilities for athletes and spectators.

Netherlands Chamber of Commerece Newark Holland Amsterdam Chambers Los Angeles

Richards Wins Olympic Tennis Triple Chance

In Colombes France United States claim first Olympic tennis final as Helen Wills and George Wightman defeat Kathleen Milkane and Mrs Goveli Great Britain 7-5 7-5. Vincent Richards ahead in singles and doubles advances toward a potential mixed doubles title with Mrs Jessup.

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TWO WAR DEPARTMENT TEAMS WIN IN OPENING PLAY OF POO SEASON HERE

Detroit Tigers crush Boston 18 to 1 in the first game and win 4 to 3 in the second to pull within half a game of first place as Blue and Warke exit due to errors. Ostos led a Boston rally but Detroit tallied ten runs by the second inning while Jones and Wingo delivered key hits amid miscues by Quinn and ONeill.

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Giants Beat Pirates Before 1000 Fans in Exhibition

War Department and Fort Myer polo teams drew a large crowd at Hast Potomar park as Maj Parker Wispiny starred with 33 goals for the War greens and whites. The event featured lively play, strong horsemanship, and high scoring, including a 12 to 1 and 10 to 2 pair of wins. The day also noted the second game of a Forbes Field event with a record attendance of 31,900 as New York defeated Pittsburgh 10 to 8 in a baseball game.

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Major League Statistics and Yesterday's Scores

Baseball round up with National League standings and results from yesterday. Includes team tallies for Detroit Boston Chicago Philadelphia New York Cleveland and St Louis Washington Pittsburgh and others. Today games listed St Louis at Washington Cleveland at New York and Chicago at Philadelphia among others.

Washington Vs. St. Louis A.M Se Anne Pmu ORS. Nomb. W Bet Chaleakew Lowmis Detroit Bhsbie Weld Wash Boston Chicago Phioonia St. Louis Washington Detroit Boston Chicago Philadelphia New York Cleveland St. Lewis Clam Wal. Pet. Cie W. L iNew Cincin Louth Pittab Brelyn Philphie Bestem Srgokiyn Cincinnat Plemburgh & Todas

World records tumble in Olympic swimming and diving events

International competition delivers rapid marks as women swimmers and divers, led by Chen Wechselau and Sybil L, post world bests in 100 meters freestyle and backstroke while American divers Elizabeth Becker Caroline Griffin and Helen Meany clinch semifinals and plate a strong team showing. Johnny Weissmuller and teammates edge toward finals in 100 meters freestyle with US promising medals. high diving features Clarence Pinkston White and Dave Fall aiming top three as Americans push for dominance across water sports.

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Americans Rout British in Little Olympic Relay

A fragmented report describes American athletes dominating a youth Olympic style event. Key moments include a 4x400 yard relay where the Americans reportedly set a world best, aided by swift sprints from Charles Wo Padd and Alfred Leaney. The British team faced multiple baton mishaps and fierce competition as the crowd cheered the Stars and Stripes.

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