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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1907
Page
22
A fragmented sports column discusses players sustaining injuries and team prospects. It mentions Sharkey, Facey, and Ford amid tense play, with references to Riverside and Chicago area teams, and notes an upcoming game or event date.
Fragmentary OCR reads as local sports and event notes from Leesburg including references to a crown, run, and auto races. The readable items mention Lenfrance crowd interest and a postponed auto race due to waning conditions, with scattered names and places.
The write ups note the Quakers and Western teams in a tight chase as baseball season heats up. Mentions players such as Shettstine and Harry Fulham, and records from various cities, with Crane and Vaughn among cited throwers and pitchers. The piece surveys teams, drafts, and notable performances across leagues, highlighting intrigue in the pennant race and upcoming trials.
New York Cardinal Doyle allowed one hit as the Yankees shut out Washington 15 to 0. Oberlin held firm until late. Washington misplayed defensively and Galley contributed key plays. The game featured strong fielding by Laporte and a late New York rally to seal the win.
Cantillon’s recruit Oberlin appeared sharp after a slow spell, beating Chicago’s Doyle in a tough, two game set. Frank Laporte starred in center, while Moriarity, Ganley and Lovell provided solid defense and timely hits in a brisk twenty eight innings without Oberlin scoring.
In a two game set Boston dominated West in Hep 19 Boston won the first contest 9 to 0 and the second game was called after seven innings as the Red Sox blanked their opponents. Dygert and Coombs contributed on the mound while Plank, Wagner, and Murphy provided the offense in a brisk sunset twinbill.
Danville reporter notes Buck Flowers invincible as Highlanders fall to his pitching in a tightly contested game. L wood and timely hitting help secure a win. Oswald Holeman shines with a late single extending the inning as locals rally for runs. Umpire Portsmouth officiates a brisk, high tension contest.
The Athietics face a stern test against Boston's leaders after Ninth Street Church's strong showing in their double header. Manager Dove hopes to clinch a top spot before Saturday, while Trinity battles for an even chance to keep pace with Boston. The St Peters Memorials challenge is to be accepted if St Peters contacts C Sharp at Thirteenth Street.
Fifteen candidates reported to Coach Fred Nelson at Van Ness Park for the 1907 team. Six returning players and nine newcomers from various states trained in light drills and ball handling as prep for scrimmage. Captain Gunnings, Robbins, and Smithson among those arriving. several stars said to be on hand for tryouts.
The article describes a Yankees loss in which Patten shut down the Yankees second baseman Jimmy Williema and a stocky infielder prevented the opponents from advancing bases with sensational fielding. In the second inning Moriarty dropped Altier’s throw, allowing a lead to develop.
Report from Baltimore notes Joe Gans wins a fight, neighbors cheer on Argyle Avenue as Mrs Gans avoids messages, hoping for details on the bout. The crowd predicts a longer road to more rounds and plans to celebrate with abundant goods.
A letter from Omahas Barnston Nebr announces the appointment of a former prize fighter as pastor of the First Presbyterian Church for one year at a stipend covering his university expenses. He defends the value of prize fighters as experienced talkers who shape reformers and ministers through real conversation. The article notes public curiosity about his past and his new role.
New York faded as Brooklyn and Philadelphia pitchers dominated yesterday. Patsy Donovan’s Quakers were unable to solve Bronklyn and Pittsburg hurlers, while Philadelphia trailed as pitchers kept hitters in check.
Boston edged New York 41 to 60 in a rough game that featured several fouls and late miscues. Key players included Bates and Strang for Boston while Ayres and Planerty stood out for New York in a chaotic scoreline at the Polo Grounds.
Rain and wet weather forced postponement of the Cincinnati events including bowlers day and baseball field day. Forecast cooler temperatures and improved conditions tomorrow. President Herrmann arranged to hold the meet the following day as rain subsides.
The revised schedule lists Trinity matches against various teams including Bethany and Aloysius while a chaotic scene at a treasury meeting dominated by Watts and Treas ury officials led to disruptions. Notable figures James A. WS and Frank Due attended. A political note mentions a colored legislator resigning and National Bowling Congress officers observed the event.
Members of the Amateur Baseball Commission debated fiercely as President Shea of Capital City League and Manager Watts of the Treasury nearly clashed during a tense meeting. The dispute focused on league matters and governance.
In a northwest wind Dortge of Spain outsails the American Spokane after the latter made a strong early run. Dortge wins with the America Marblehead places second and Chewink VIII third in the contest.
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