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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1911
Page
13
Washington Post reports in Atlanta that rain has soaked the ballpark, delaying practice and threatening today’s game. Manager McAleer plans on field work if weather clears while waivers and drafts shape the Nationals roster. Henry, a college standout, recalls Amherst days and hopes to learn from big leaguers present.
The Pacific Coast League leads a spring surge as professional baseball begins across the United States. Colleges arrange extensive tours amid world league activity, with Yale Princeton Michigan and others shaping up for a heavy schedule through June. A Japanese university team tour in return to Chicago’s visit highlights an international baseball exchange ahead of major leagues.
Veteran fans name a nine of top hitters from early major league eras and 1880s stars. The list highlights Anson, Foster, and Crossetin like figures, with discussions on batting averages around 400, 374 by Barnes, and the challenge for pitchers facing such potent lineups.
Matt Wells, holder of the English lightweight title and Lord Lonsdale belt, sails for America. He plans to base at the Farmant Athletic Club and may book Packey McFarland in May or June with Freddie Welsh likely to watch for another title try. Wells cannot meet Wolgast at the 133 pound limit and weighs around 135 pounds. Memphis team beats Chicago Nationals 6 to 1 in 2 games as Fritz allows one hit in four innings. Swalm, Fritz, and Crandall shine. A second game between Temis Now and Amerivine was postponed and likely to be a double-header next Saturday.
The Northeastern Duckon League ends with the Atlantics and Hilltops tied in percentage after a final game that produced a season ending tie. Officers of the past year are re appointed. Bussey leads as key pitcher and captain with Reisling’s uniform context noted.
The article lauds Tommy Conneff as the greatest mile runner in U S history, holder of a 4 15 8 5 world record from the 1890s, noting his early pneumonia recovery, training feats, and later rank as a second lieutenant in the U S Army. It cites trainer Michael G C Murphy's recollections of Conneff's speed, potential, and personality.
In Atlanta on March 26 catcher Wa Sweeney arrived with the Highlanders after Augusta. Sweeney says he is fit and will form the New York battery with Russell Ford in one game in Atlanta. Ford signed a three year contract after joining New York in February and both players are expected in the lineup. Jack Knight's arm improved after two games with Boston and he starred against the Bos ton Chasers. Bruised from sliding, Knight reports minor soreness. Elliott’s throwing shoulder remains sore but should improve soon.
Chattanooga team Dahlen's regulars, who beat Atlanta in a ninth inning rally yesterday, reached the city after 7 am due to a wreck near Kenesaw Georgia and endured heavy rain all day Nap Rucker, visiting Alpharetta, will join the club tonight or tomorrow morning.
Atlanta March 26 The Highlanders arrive with 17 players as Chase reshapes infield and outfield to bolster hitting while Johnson and Elliott face confidence issues. McAleer discusses sign language with players, and fans remember Billy Smith’s Atlanta era as Chattanooga plans a divisive visit.
Lightweight champion Adolphus Wolgast announces four big bouts including Owen Moran and Antonio La Grave with March 31 and April 18 dates in San Francisco and New York. He signals active schedule through July 4 then retirement, and notes weight disputes with La Grave over 133 pounds at ringside.
Clothing manufacturers promote EB B Suits for men and young men made from new weaves from leading woolen mills. Tailors skilled in the trade craft the suits, with a focus on style, material quality, and workmanship to prove superiority.
East press outlines Wolgast stand on lightweight limit and McFarland’s needed weight. Chicagoan insists 135 pounds, near 140 in ring. Burns, Moran, and Burns’s draws feature among upcoming bouts. Wolgast eyeing retirement with strong earnings, while other fights shift across London and New York venues.
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