Nationals Pass Yankees in League Race to Claim Third
The Nationals surged into third place in the American League yesterday by winning a fourth straight game. The Browns struggled at bat while New York drew a 4-10 loss in a key doubleheader, and Washington improved its position with strong hitting from Shotton and Foster. Lavan and Shanks also contributed, lifting team averages after favorable weather aided batting.
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Benz Weakens In Tenth Griffs Win
The Washington Nationals beat the Chicago White Sox 3 to 2 in ten innings. Hank Shanks delivered the decisive hit in the extra frame as the Griffs finally pulled ahead after a tight, scoring exchange. Joe Benz allowed twelve hits as Harper and Gandil led the Sox offense but failed to clinch the win.
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Modification of Work or Fight Rule Applied to Baseball Probable
War Department likely to modify its work or fight rules as applied to baseball. Key figures including President Tener and August Herrmann push for a brief to show cause for modification while local boards may order players to other work. Major leagues await government decision as Washington opens series with the Browns.
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Baseball plea to stay the game amid war draft rules
Baseball asks for a stay or modification of work or fight regulations to allow Big League play to continue. Officials argue the sport supports morale for soldiers and home fans, and that finishing the season could develop non draft age players to sustain the game. Secretary Baker is urged to grant time to keep baseball alive.
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National Commission to Present Case in Washington
Cleveland July 23 two other National Commission members Chairman August Herrmann and John Kmer president of the National League will join Ban Johnson head of the American League in presenting to War Department officials reasons for modifying the new regulations. An optimistic mood among American League owners after today’s meeting suggests concessions may be made at the Washington session to allow this year’s schedules.
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Yankees and Browns Play a 15 Inning Tie
New York and St Louis battled 15 innings to a 4 4 deadlock in New York as darkness halted play. Demmitt drove in three runs and made a key throw at the plate while Hannah and Gilhooley provided the tying hits in the ninth. Houck and Keating closed out the game on the mound.
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American League owners meet amid travel plans
All league owners represented with Chairman Herrmann meeting Mr Johnson before Herrmann departs for Pittsburgh to attend the National League owners gathering. President James C Dunn says Cleveland will play Thursday if the status of the worker-fight order is settled. otherwise the game with New York is canceled. Cleveland games at Philadelphia were moved up and the team remains idle until Thursday.
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Giants to Get Toney If N L Keeps Going
Winchester Ind July 2 Fred Toney pitcher for the Cincinnati Reds has been purchased by Manager McGraw of the New York Giants The deal awaits a decision on whether the National League will continue in operation
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Cobb and Matty to Manage Teams in Major Cities
Tyron Cobb and Christy Matthewson have been asked to manage two star baseball teams in ten of the largest American cities as part of the International Patriotic Athletic Association program.
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Pipp Goes to Join Army
New York July 22 First Baseman Walter Pipp of the Yankees left for Grand Rapids Michigan today to report for military duty within days. The move comes as he is drafted into the national army.
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Empire City Track Two Records Set
New York July 22 Empire City hosted a fast card with record performances. Sea Pirate won the five and a half furlong two year old race in 1 05 4, beating Snark and Mr Specs. Old Koenig clipped a track mark in the short sprint and led Fleetwing handicap from start to finish. The Fleetwing featured Old Koenig Flags Papp and Jack Hare Jr in a tight finish.
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Wilmington Patriot Trap Shoot Attracts Prizes
The Wilmington Pel Gun Club plans a patriotic trap shooting tournament on July 24 and 27. Prizes include liberty bonds and war savings stamps with a top prize of 3000 dollars in bonds. The event will feature two starters and high prize awards for the top finishers.
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Dobie cites coach shortage across colleges for next season
Naval Academy coach Gilmore Dobie warns American colleges face a coach shortage for the upcoming football season. He notes difficulty finding qualified personnel to lead gridiron squads and prepare teams for play.
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