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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1910
Page
15
Analysis notes the Athletics' shaky results against the All Stars. It highlights Mack’s cautious pitching, lineup changes, and key injuries, with Oldring, Barry, and Davis in flux. Corridon’s late surge boosts St Louis link, while base running and pitching shape expectations for a potential World Series.
Philadelphia Oct 11. National commission officials say about $70,000 has been returned to buyers whose orders for the first two games in the world series cannot be filled. Demand for tickets has broken all records, and the amount is the largest ever returned by a world series club.
McAleer’s All Stars defeated the champion Athletics 6 to 1 as Ty Cobb and Elberfeld led a sharp batting and fielding display. Cobb and Elberfeld each collected five hits with timely baserunning, while Walsh kept hits scattered behind strong defense. Oldring out, Davis shifted in. Cobb stole bases and scored on McBride’s hit in the fifth, with Elberfeld delivering the ninth inning triple.
Brooklyn loses both ends of a holiday double header to Boston in a two game set. Boston wins the first 8 to 1 after nine inning finish and takes the second 9 to 2 as Brooklyn collapses late. Key players include Collins Beck Wheat Hummel Coulson Stark Miller Burg Getz and Parsons.
Central High School defeated Gallaudet 26 to 2 in a cleanly played game on Kendall green. Captain Hamilton scored the lone touchdown on a 30 yard run in the second quarter, while Central’s offense and especially O Streeters’ defense showed marked improvement. Gallaudet’s Kelley had a late highlight with a safety but penalties and weak line play limited their attack.
St Louis, Oct 12. President P edges returns after conference with Ban Johnson. A full investigation of Sundays affair is expected, with indications it will rock the St Louis club. O Connor may be deposed. Victor Parrish reports a note offering clothes if base hits are stretched to nine. Harry Howell urged nine hits for Lajoie.
Special to The Washington Post from Philadelphia reports Frube Oldring, Athletics center fielder, may miss the world series due to a twisted knee ligaments after a sun mishap. Knee swollen. recovery time uncertain until Thursday. Clyde Milan and Eddie Collins agree to race Ty Cobb to determine the fastest baser in the American League if Collins is sidelined. Connie Mack may keep Collins out. Cobb and Milan poised for a showdown. Dec White to pitch against the Athletics tomorrow with Johnson facing Washington Friday in a 3 PM game.
Chicago beats St Louis 12 to 2 as Alberts struggles with eight walks and eleven hits allowed. Sheckard and Hofman lead Chicago with multiple hits and runs while Ar cher and Overall contribute key offensive plays.
Umpire Evans filed a detailed report with President Ban Johnson on the Lajoie incident at St Louis last Sunday. Johnson keeps the report private until his personal inquiry concludes. He reportedly favors returning the automobile prize to donors as the best fix to quiet the dispute and would declare Lajoie and Cobb tied on averages with prizes for both players.
Pittsburg, Oct 12 Walter Harrington a wealthy Pittsburger who had arranged to take two special trains to the opening rounds in Philadelphia announced that all money paid by hundreds of Pittsburgers would be refunded. He learned that the Pittsburgers could not be accommodated with tickets.
Eastern High School dominated Gonzaga with a 10 to 0 victory. Parker the quarterback sparked the backfield as Eastern struck in the first five minutes and added the second quarter tally. Lineups and officials listed include Georgetown and E. H. S. connections.
Cathedral defeated Western High School 6 to 0 in a tightly contested opener marked by cautious play and limited practice. Cathedral quarterback Crane was the standout, scoring on two 30 yard runs through a broken field as Western struggled to mount consistent offense.
New York reports the 1904 world series opener at the Polo Grounds with Ford facing Mathewson in the initial game. Anticipation runs high as record demand for reserved seats swamps business offices and observers discuss the two rival pitchers’ merits amid expected cool, clear weather.
Albert W. Howard wins the district championship at the Bachelors' Club by defeating Louis Doyle in the challenge round of the twenty-sixth annual tournament. Howard, with one arm, takes the match 7-3 6-2 4-6 9-7 amid ideal weather and a strong crowd. Holtzman and Britton upset Izard and Gore in doubles semifinals and set up a final against Moorhead and Catton.
Georgetown Prep reached a strong 11 to 6 victory over Business High on their field. Marum connected a forward pass to Galvin for a goal, Gillen added later scores, and Gillen, Martin, Galvin starred for the Hilltoppers while Rathbone led Business High. Final 11 to 6 with penalties totaling 36 yards for Business and 30 for the Preps.
Georgetown University football held a half hour scrimmage against M A C with Alston's fast squad from the Aggies. A Blue and Gray touchdown occurred early but no other scoring. The Aggies showed grit, earning several first downs and forcing punts, while Georgetown's second team impressed briefly before balance shifted as the main units regrouped. Plans for Washington and Lee game at weekend attract a likely large crowd with reserved seats at White's.
Annapolis Oct 12 Second class won from the first in the opening class games at the Naval Academy by a score of 0 to 0. The victors tallied a safety in the second period and a field goal late in the game. Seniors threatened near time, but the defense held as Lamberton advanced to the 25 yard line before being stopped. Dashiell starred for the winners with steady gains and punting.
Emmitsburg Md Oct 12 Mount St Mary's and Mount St Joseph's played to a 0-0 tie in a hard fought contest. Flannigan starred for Mount St Mary's with strong tackling while Flannery provided steady gains for Mount St Joseph's. Referees Mr McHugh Eastern College and Mr Sparrow Mount St Mary's. field judge BD J Chaffig. linesmen Messrs Conroy and Clusks. Time 8 minutes per quarter.
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