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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1912
Page
7
Loffler's two decisive wins over Manhattan in the Independence League tighten the pennant race. The series shifts to crucial clashes with Pepco as Loffler nears the top, while Pepco risks slipping further behind. Gates Rapp suffered a broken nose from a foul bunt, adding to Manhattan's injury woes.
Amateur Day brings a dual track and field meet for Washington District youths at Marshall Hall on Friday August 30. Contests include fungo hitting circling the bases running to first base throwing distance and sliding. Afterward a game between two leading city teams. A silver roving cup will crown the winner with medals for first second and third. All leagues are invited with a normal entry expected. Tickets and information available at leading apartment goods stores later in the week.
In an exhibition in Syracuse New York Freddy Payne delivered a two bagger in the ninth inning driving in Parent and Fahey to lift Baltimore past Syracuse State Leaguers Dexter held the Birds to two scratches through eight innings but miscues let Syracuse score. Attendance was 6974.
Former amateur sculling champion Con Titus of the Nonpareil Rowing Club New York may attempt a comeback after eight years away at the national championships at Peoria Lake Trilnpia August 9 and 10.
In a brisk early race, Toddling Little Pal and Paris Queen set the pace with Candit and Dorion close behind. The field includes Flappergast Kamp Ridgely Jos Latt Kupholn Bell Horse and other runners as Floral Day McCreert Congressmen Jamen watch from midpack.
Washington fans see the Nationals narrow the gap to six games behind Boston and five ahead of Philadelphia, with Detroit and Chicago in pursuit. The West Coast trip yields mixed signals as weather and pacing affect attendance and finish.
Special to The Washington Post. Washington defeats Cleveland 4 to 1 as Johnson matches Gregg in a sharp pitching duel. Moeller Milan and Gandil pace the Nationals offense with timely hits, while Cleveland answers with a seventh inning rally but falls short.
In American Association pregame Louisville led Indianapolis 6 to 1. Indianapolis cooled with Todianapolis 2 Louisville 1. Toledo beat Columbus 4 to 3 in the first game. Columbus won 13 to Toledo in the second. Kansas City topped Milwaukee. Minneapolis defeated Toledo. Jersey City edged Providence 7 to 6. Memphis beat Montgomery 2 to 1. Chattanooga shut out Montgomery 0 to 0. New Orleans and Nashville compete as Fleet games. regional results include Sashvalle 4 Orleans 0.
In a July contest from Cleveland Steen worked eight innings for the home club, baffling the Nationals except in the fourth when three hits and a triple produced three runs. Vaughn held firm for the visitors with strong support, but Cleveland pushed ahead with timely hitting including Moeller and Milan. A pivotal fifth inning and Shanks’ defensive gem helped secure the Naps edge, with the game ending as the action continued on the seventh page.
Boston defeats Chicago 6 to 4 led by Jake Stahl who homered and tripled. Cobbs namesake pitcher Witt from Detroit. details show Boston’s 13 hits and late rally fade for Chicago, with Wood and Bedient pitching in turn and Cobbs continuing play in the field.
New York wins both games in St Louis by timely hitting and base running aided by errors. The doubleheader results show New York defeating St Louis 4 to 3 and 6 to 3 with notable performances by Daniels, Williams, and Simmons, and solid pitching by McConnell.
President Barrow of the International League asserted Jersey City would stay in the league despite reports of a transfer. He argued Jersey City can support a Class AA club better than Syracuse or Albany and noted local buyers exist if owners wish to relinquish the club.
President Navin of the Detroit baseball club dismissed a Baltimore dispatch claiming the franchise would move to Baltimore. He noted such transfers are rumored annually but not acted on, while citing steady attendance and the club’s secure position despite ongoing speculation.
New York reports a record 140 yachts started the Jaredmont Yacht Club race week with only three failing to finish The Elena earned the special cup after leading in its class as Enchantress retired early despite prior wins Other class winners included Clarks schooner J clita and Trombruge Ha' s Witseme in the 65-foot slow class
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