Ruth and Meusel to Play Saturday at Polo Grounds
New York May 18 The World Series hopefuls Ruth and Meusel receive telegraphic clearance from Commissioner Landis to play in a post season game at Polo Grounds with a large crowd expected. Both sluggers have trained daily for two weeks and are favored to start together in the lineup.
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Bagley Confident Tunney Will Win
New York May 1 Frank Bagley predicts a Tunney victory in the light-heavyweight championship as the likely outcome of the upcoming bout. Bagley, who guided Gene Tinney into contention, asserts Tunney will prevail, expressing strong confidence despite uncertain opposition.
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Smith's Miscue Ends Brooklyn Loss in Chicago Style
In St Louis May 18 Brooklyn won its second game of the Western swing after a late miscue by Smith allowed two runs. Wheat, Ainsmith, Heathcote and Ruether led with key hits as Brooklyn edged St Louis 7 to 5. Other league results include Lakeland beating Jacksonville 2 0 while Daytona topped Tampa 2 1 and Orlando down St Petersburg 3 1.
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Twilight Game Shape Delayed By Rain Totals
A rain delay affected the twilight game between the Nationals and Tigers. The tarp was in place after a solid soaking as play was postponed yesterday. President Griffith indicated plans for a same day start if conditions improve, with a 2145 p.m. target time.
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Tall TACTICIAN NAMES THE GAME'S GREATEST TEAM
Concluding a forty year survey of the sport the veteran scout lists the nine he regards as the greatest. Graw, Connnie Mack, and Fletcher are cited among others with key praise for catching, pitching, and infield mastery. The lineup spans Joe Jackson to Sam Crawford, honoring era-defining stars and timeless positions.
Major League Statistics YUSTERDAT Results
Baseball standings and scores slice covers National League games with teams such as Brooklyn, St. Louis, Boston, and Cincinnati. It lists partial records and standings including win loss tallies and percentages, noting Brooklyn at 16 13 99 and Cincinnati 17 8 28 7 35 1 535 as context.
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Present-day Players on Mack's All-Star Club
A clearness challenged roster lists Mack's All-Star selections with players from Philadelphia Cleveland Detroit and St Louis. Notable names include PoWter Eddie Calling Benton Red Box and Speaker.
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Dempsey Heads Home After Paris Visit As Talks Begin
New York May 18 Jack Dempsey and manager Jack Kearns returned to the United States aboard the Aquitania after a trip to Paris London and Berlin. He signed a return match with Georges Carpentier for sometime within the year and may face Harry Wills in Montreal July 1. possible bouts with Luis Firpo in Buenos AiresFrank Flournoy and Tex Rickard promoters in talks for a chart of opponents and a Brennan rematch.
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Canoe Regatta Sunday At Georgetown Potomac
The Washington Canoe Club holds the first regatta of a series Sunday on the Potomac at Georgetown. Closed to members with a dozen competitors entered. Events include doubles, singles, junior singles, and training races leading to the season. First race starts at 2 30.
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Altrock Engaged For Masonic Game
Altrock and Clark prepare for a Masonic game at the American League Baseball park on May 30 with Griffith overseeing arrangements. Andy Walker and Joe Leverton lead Shrine teams and expect victory as proceeds go to the Masonic and Eastern Star home endowment. Reserved seats available at Spalding's.
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Central and Tech Nines Meet Today Clash in Stadium
Central and Technical will clash in the Central stadium this afternoon as scholastic baseball resumes the series. Players from Vicksburg Jackson Greenville Meridian and Claredale are listed with scores and lineups.
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Weather roils big golf scores in District tournament
Henry Litchefield West reports a District golf event with players such as Standifer Harban Lyon Woodward and MacKenzie in the lower bracket. Morning rounds show many scores around 85 with a late shift avoiding a seven-way playoff as pairings and times for the next rounds are listed.
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Tilden Not Expected To Land All Comers 1922
A fragmented 1922 report recalls tennis greats, including Richard Sears and J D Wrench, with Larned dominating as seven time national champion. It notes a shift in era and references Méboughlin’s 1911 title defense in fifty five minutes before retirement.
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Atlanta Entry Round Leads to Final Tharrow Clash
In the third round of the annual tournament held in Atlanta, players including Geiser from Birmingham advanced toward the finale. The event featured a mix of uncertain phrases and fragmented names as officials prepare for the decisive round.
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Strasburg High Wins Track Meet at Woodstock
Strasburg High School triumphed at a Shenandoah County league track meet held in Woodstock. Jackson led with multiple firsts as Strasburg edged nearby teams for top honors, while Woodstock and BT Valley tied for second with 14 points each.
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Washington Newspaper Press Tourney Planned Next Monday
An executive committee meeting of the Washington Newspaper club outlined plans for a press tourney to be held next Monday. Details remain sparse as full agenda and location were not released.
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Comiskey J Checks Hold Ol4 Twikles
New York May 18 Charles Comiskey and his cabinet publish a statement for Courtney United showing a combined plan. The Pirates fail to attend as Leonard is absent while the Cubs deliver an excellent show despite perceived shortsightedness.
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Local sandlot teams vie for Sunday games in tight junior circuits
Local youths from the Knickerbockers, Triangle Juniors, and St. Rainer Emblems seek matches this weekend. Monroe and Clark spark Closely contested play, while Carlisle A C plans further challenges after strong 15 year old showings. Managers list contacts at Franklin Monroe Pa Ave NW and Pierce School for fast local nine games.
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Al Schacht to Play With Reading Club
Comedian Ralph Miller was sent to Crescent City completing a berth with the Reading team. He joins the Reading Club as a notable addition to their lineup.
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Miss Elizabeth Ryan Reaches Brussels Finals in Doubles
Miss Elizabeth Ryan of California defeated Mrs Beamish of England 2-6 2-6 in the International Hard Courts Championship doubles. By winning today Ryan reached the semifinals and will meet Mme de Berman of Belgium, while Lenglen faces Miss McKane of England in the semifinals. Weather troubled play with a storm and drizzle as Ryan showcased effective chop strokes and drops.
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Pirate Gold Misses Preakness Run In Belmont Workout
New York May 18 Scott Harrs Inn reports Pirate Gold from Greentree Stable did not start in the Preakness. He notes the colt’s recent Belmont track workout with Sennings Park where Pirate Gold outperformed the older horse, raising questions about his Preakness participation.
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Navy oarsmen set for race at Severn
Annapolis competition features Syracuse crews meeting the Naval Academy eight and freshman, sophomore, and varsity eights on the Henley distance. Morning and afternoon workouts planned as water conditions allow. New golf club opens in Detroit after two years and nearly $100 606 invested for Aviation Country club at Green Lake.
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Pesek and Plestina Drawn in City Wrestling Match
Chicago on May 18 report says the city athletic commission will investigate charges that John Pesek and Marin Plestina did not do their best in Tuesday night’s match. The three hour fifteen minute forty seven second bout ended in a draw when called no contest with some commission members believing Pesek gave full effort while Plestina was the principal offender.
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