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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1911

Page

9

Marquard Bests Devore In World Series Duel

The Athletics and Giants staged a pitchers duel led by Marquard and Plank with few hits and many fielding errors by New York. Devore struck out four times while Baker and Oldring contributed key plays for Philadelphia as Merkle and Snodgrass failed to spark the Giants. The game featured strong pitching, tight defense, and limited scoring, with Philadelphia seizing the moment late to edge ahead.

Collins Lord Herzog Baker Murphy Davis Barry Devore Thomas Myers Plank Athletics Harquard Crandall Giante Philadelphia Twentieth Street Giants Oldring Anis Fletcher Marquard Atranded Snodgrass Merkle Josh Devore Susha Gettysburg Dévore Bender Murrays Firat New York Wverore Doyle Murray Oldring Devis Lora Devore Norris Davia Philadelphria—Baker Doyle Tee Lon New Yorker Deéyore Merklé Philadelphian

One Pitch Costs Marquard Game Declares Mathewson

The 1911 account from Philadelphia on Oct 16 notes Frank Baker hit a fast ball over the right field fence in the sixth, costing the Giants the game. Mathewson says Marquard intended no harm yet that pitch, after signals and shifting strategy, let Baker win as Collins doubled earlier. Plank pitched well for the Athletics, Meyers and Marquard involving curve and fast signs, both sides praised despite the loss.

Christy Mathewson Giants New York Herald Company AML Philadelphia Frank Baker Baker Collins Marquard Meyer Meyers Rube Myers Marqueret Athletics Atnerics Snodgrass Plank Connie Mack Herzog Fletcher Inch Mack

Baseball Game Summary New York vs Philadelphia

In a tense matchup New York and Philadelphia exchange quick outs and small hits. Merkle Herzog and Plank spark late scoring as Barry hits a homer for Philadelphia and New York rallies but falls short 2-1.

Republican Club to Meet at Virginia Avenue

The Administration Republican Club will hold a meeting at 7 30 tomorrow night at 22 Virginia avenue southeast. Arrangements will be made for a national club convention in Washington on December 11.

Administration Republican Club Virginia Avenue Southeast Washington

Eye Kiss Mystery In Court Record Of Hidden Messages

In a courtroom a defendant displays letters and notes claiming coded phrases like eye kiss. The exchange reveals a secret couplet code and a diamond ring gift as evidence. A witness explains Helen used phrases such as Buzzie and his little eyes, indicating a private code for kisses.

Ruzzie Gordon Griswold Helen Buzzie

Giants Fans Less Confident Before Third Game

New York fans, about 4000 at Polo Grounds, expect lower confidence for a local victory in tomorrow's third game. Math ewson likely to start for the Giants against Coombs, with Willac or Ames as relievers possible if he falters. Marquard's nervous wild pitch today fuels belief home crowds favor better show on familiar turf. Weather outlook unsettled for tomorrow.

New York Athletics Giants Newboys Broadway Polo Grounds Philadelphia Christy Mathewson Coombs Tomerow Mathewson Willac Ames Marquard

Arrest Ticket Scalper In Philadelphia Game Bust

Charles Igon of New York was arrested after carrying 106 two dollar tickets sold at 9 30 for a New York Nationals vs Athletics game. He entered the visitors dressing room to escape and was held on suspicion of larceny in bail set at 400 dollars. Other street ticket speculators faced 7 50 fines for disorderly conduct.

Philadelphia Charles 1Igon New York Bhibe Parka New York Nationals Athletics Wilson Outalda

Speculators Hold Tickets at Polo Grounds Tomorrow

Speculators control all unsold fleets and lower grandstand seats at the Polo Grounds for the next day’s game. They are asking $2 for general admission $1 tickets and $4 to % for lower stand tickets. Authorities expect no postal action against the New York Baseball Club as money orders are being returned to purchasers unable to buy tickets. The club reports checks and money orders will be returned by tomorrow.

Washington Post New York Gerand Polo Grounds Federal Building Post Ofice New York Baseball Club

Gov Dix says no need for state regulation of baseball

Albany October 16 Gov Dix today expressed that there is no need for state regulation of baseball. He said public opinion should regulate the sport rather than a state athletic commission, replying to Assemblyman Phil Lips who planned a bill to place baseball under the commission amid ticket sale complaints by alleged New York speculators.

Gov. Dix New York Albany N. Y Dix Assemblyman Phillips State Athletic Commission New York City

Harness races begin five day meet at Laurel today

The opening of a five day harness racing run at Laurel features about seven percent trotters and pacers, with entries from Lexington and other points. Local owners include Henry G Cepberthite with Manuella EF Hull with Miss Kushen and Keenworthy, Jack Morris with Berka, and more. Three races today offer $1,000 purses each, starting at 11:30 AM. notable runners include Migs Kushnen, Berka, Foxey Gratton, and Manaplla in Friday’s pacing.

Laurel Lexington Laurel & Dozen Washington Henry G Cepberthite Manuella Hull Miss Kushen Keenworthy Jack Morris Berka W. E. Mmer Allee M Trottar Boski Jeter Frederick Frank M. Walker Kia Mnne Migs Kushnen Foxey Gratton Manaplla

Notes sought in Kaibfus inquiry sparks White House link

Witness Horstmann testified about going to the White House with notes claimed to explain his dismissal from the excise board. Attorneys for Kalbfus pressed for production of the notes as part of an ongoing District of Columbia investigation into alleged irregularities and possible favoritism involving Abner-Drury Brewing and board officials.

Samuel T. Kaibfus Board of Excise Frank F. Hogan White House F. Oden Horstmann Horstmann Excise Board Representative Bennett Samuel Kalbfus Keane Abner-Drury Brewing Company Kalbfus Unite States Clarence Wilson Mr. Horstmann Corporation White Hagen Roger Williams Excle J Board Witngeses Eogar Peter A. Drury Roger, Williams Allen E. Walker M. J. Keane Edith Black Mias Alma. Black Taft Drury Black Mr. Hogan Hogan Ma Horstmann Kalpfus Rudolph District of Columbia Commissionera Johnston Judson George Ilgham Charles W. Edwards Piedmont Migsouri Avenue Gen. Johnston George Harper Georgetown Asstasor Richards Alexandria County Harper Richards Crandel Mackey Commonwealth Mackey Mr. Richards Excise, Board Capt. Schweingr Seventh Precinct Schneider Hig District Excise Board Norton Venus

Two Violators Fined Under New Cycle Law In Police Court

George Black and Jacob Blas became the first offenders under the new motor cycle and bicycle regulation. Each was fined for carrying boys on the handles of their machines. Judge Mulloway insisted on fines despite pleas for relief, signaling firm enforcement of the rule.

George Black Jacob Blas Mulloway

Civil Service Examinations Open For Federal Clerical Posts

Examination of applicants for clerical positions in government service began yesterday by the Civil Service Commission. Seventy one people are taking the test. Simultaneous exams are held in major cities nationwide. Salaries range from 120 to 900 dollars annually. Few vacancies are available. exams span two weeks. Germania Maennerchor hosts a concert and dance at the Voltagonic Temple last night. Participants included M Buhr Becker Miss M Hanson Mia S Leh nert H Sender F Geuth F L Ave A Braun Mies E Hammel L Gayer Mise N Eisner and A Neff. Entertainment committee members were John Reif chairman F W Delbig Carl Kam ler Henry Sander 4 Dushrimg and EB HB Hoffman.

Civil Service Germania Maennerchor M. Buhr Becker M. Hanson Mia S. Lehnert H. Sender F. Geuth F. L. Ave A. Braun Mies E Hammel L. Gayer Mise N Eisner A. Neff John Reif F. W. Delbig Carl Kamler Henry Sander 4. Dushrimg EB. HB. Hoffman

Contempt Case Hearing Set for Humane Society Officials

Contempt charges against Walter Stii son Hutchins president and John P. Heap secretary of the Washington Humane Society will be heard Friday before Justice Gould in the District Supreme Court. They filed newers alleging no disrespect to the court as they threatened Raymoria Cooley, a society employee, to forced vacation while serving on jury duty.

Walter Stiison Hutchins The Washington Humane Society John P. Heap Justice Gould District Supreme Court Hutchins Heap Raymoria Cooley Eduinse—Reeinoneninasionss

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