Duffy to Manage White Sox after Nine Years Gap
Hugh Duffy declares he is in shape to manage the Chicago White Sox succeeding Billy Sullivan. The veteran baseball man says he is tickled to be with the club again after a 19 year absence and notes his discovery by Connie Mack’s era as a key part of his long career.
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Baseball Figure Duffy Transforms Teams Across Leagues
In a career spanning the National League and Boston clubs, Duffy aided pennant wins with Frank Seles and later became manager of the Philadelphia Nationals. Providence fame followed, as Comiskey sought his services and bought Ghottatop Blackburn for $6,000, signaling a move to revive the White Sox.
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Frank Seles
Duffy
Philadelphia Nationals
Providence
Comiskey
White Sox
Chicago
Ghottatop Blackburn
Dutty
Pirates' Claim Overruled in Blackburn Case
Cinemati Ohio October 2. The Pittsburg National League club’s rehearing request over Blackburn’s services against Chicago was denied by Chairman Herrmann of the national baseball commission. The Chicago club’s title is affirmed. Blackburn played with Providence last season. The decision rejects the Pittsburg club’s new evidence and previous points.
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Cobb Indicted for Assault and Posts Bail in Cleveland
Detroit right fielder Ty Cobb appeared in common pleas court in Cleveland after being secretly indicted on a charge of cutting George Stanfield with intent to kill. Bail was set at $500. Cobb, accompanied by attorney Robert McKinyon and Detroit owner Frank Navin, entered the sheriff's office and heard the indictment read. The incident stemmed from a dispute during Cobb's last Cleveland visit, resulting in Stanfield being badly bruised.
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Felder
Detroit American League Baseball
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Robert ¥. McKinyon
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Detroit
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Automobiles and races fuel brisk early season interest
Industry figures and enthusiasts discuss rising car use in the United States. notable figures include Irena Curtiss and Ty Cobb entering auto racing circles. Chalmers Detroit and Baker cars feature in races and exhibitions as agents report growing demand and advancing technology.
YANKEES SEEK STREET CATCHER IN WASHINGTON TALKS
The New York Yankees show strong interest in Gabby Street of the Washington club and may propose a deal to obtain the catcher. Washington cannot part with Street, a top receiver, while New York lacks a replacement option. Street’s value contrasts with Wagner and Cobb as scouts note his defensive and throwing edge. Barrett Adams rises as a premier right hander in assessments of past seasons.
Eastern College Lands Warwick Club in rough game
Manassas Va Oct 2 Eastern College and Warwick Athletic Club Washington played a rough game with much wrangling. Scored disputed at 5 to 4 locals claim 6 to 4. Lineup and players listed for both teams. Also notes harness races at Parkersburg with light attendance and a Wagitts feature.
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Ieastern College
Washington
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Limern— Prosiethon
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Wagitts Eaters
Comment on modern ball team management by J E Griles
Sporting commentary notes the high demand for capable managers in major leagues, cites Hugh Duffy as Chicago's salary effort, and criticizes how results drive changes. It discusses Walter Johnson, boxing star Jeffries, and compares eras, urging protection of players' off season value and warning against short sighted greed.
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Jeffries Expected Back for Johnson Bout in New York
New York sports circles await James J Jeffries arrival aboard the Lusitania with strong hope that a match with Jack Johnson can be arranged in the city within days A meeting is planned for next Tuesday to discuss bids Coffroth the promoter is expected to offer a large purse for a San Francisco fight Berger Little and Johnson's manager will attend Jeffries questions in Karlsbad Paris and London indicate he would fight Johnson for a purse around 150000, with public opinion split on the plan
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Smashes Trotting Record on Delmont Track in Philadelphia
A new world's trotting record for 2 miles to a wagon was set at Delmont track in Philadelphia. Felezon, a bay gelding owned by Thomas W W Cunningham, finished in 4:38. The previous best was 4:40 1/2 by Ed Bryan at Point Breeze on September 1, 1907. Bryan owned by Mayor Reybure had also held the Belmont track record of 1:45. The 2 mile run opened with a 2:18 first mile.
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Virginia and Princeton Scrimmage Reported In Contests
Virginia's practice focused on defense with coach Spates directing from behind the varsity line. Reports describe a fierce Princeton scrimmage and Yale quarterback battles as teams test formations and forward passes amid strong scrimmage play and early season form.
Standards of Clothes Value Differ in Washington
A message explaining that P B standards of value place PB clothes in a class above other offerings. It urges readers to try PB model suits and overcoats, claiming customers will be surprised by the perceived value regardless of height or build.
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Washington
Lather dBhidpil Co Head to Toe Outfitters Opens Ninth and Avenue
The new retail shop Lather dBhidpil Co opens at Ninth and the Avenue offering head to toe outfits. The store advertises curated apparel and accessories for men and women with a focus on current trends and classic staples.
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Jamaica Racing Entries and Army-Navy Game Officials
Racing entries listed for six furlong and longer races with names like Anazel, Sister, Racquet, and Summer Night, plus many geldings and entries across multiple races. Also notes officials for the Army-Navy game with A. L. Sharp as referee and E. K. Hail as umpire amid football prep events in Philadelphia.
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Trinity
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Washington Horses Compete at Frederick Fair
Two Washington horses Carrieita and Trixy ran in the Frederick fair events. Carrieita was distanced in the third wheel of the 2:1y trot while Trixy won the second heat of the prer pace. the race was not finished and continued tomorrow. Other race details and times follow, including pacers and dash events with multiple horses named.
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Trixy
Toflay
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Hullixy
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Scrubs Score on Cornell Varsity Debut
Ithaca N Y Oct 20 appeared for the first time in a regular game with the varsity today. The Cornell scrubs beat the Red and White team scoring three touchdowns to one. A new man Zaylor was tried at full back for the varsity and Blass ran the scrubs at quarter. Heavier ends remained and regular varsity tackles shifted to the scrubs with O Rourke Stude and Werke moved to the varsity.
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Surprises at Heverwyck as Belleview Be Wins Narrowly
In a tight fifth race only three horses competed. Heverwyck Stable sent Belleview Be a heavy favorite and she held off Shilling Patn County Clerk Under Whip to win by a half length.
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Jamaica Racetrack Winners Include County Clerk and Sir Ashton
New York poet notes Jamaica races with R.L. Thomas backing County Clerk and Sir Ashton. County Clerk wins a selling mile as Bonnie Kelso falters, Belleview led early before fading. Sir Ashton secures victory in a separate six-furlong event amid a crowded card.
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EVEN BREAK FOR FAVORITES AT CINCINNATI RACING MEET
Cincinnati Ohio reports a rain soaked card where favorites held even with rivals and three winners. Dargin won the fifth event by a nose while Ahee, a heavily backed favorite, disappointed by finishing in a non-winning place amid a soggy program filled with close finishes.
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Galvesca Rewards Backers In Windsor Dash
Odda On favorite Galvesca wins the five and a half furlong dash for year-olds at Windsor, paying 3 to 1. Osorine saves second by a length with Gold Dust third as First Premium disappoints at 1 to 10. Races feature a mix of favorites prevailing and close finishes on a track today.
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Horses in Training Sold at Auction in Jamaica NY
A number of horses in training were sold at the sale dock before races began at Jamaica. Dull Care sold for 4180 to a Fleterie man, Thinfiedale the steeplechaser went to W Hogan for 2006, and Slogan bought Natvoiable for 1100.
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