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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1909
Page
24
McKeesport pitcher McCarry demonstrates veteran poise as Nationala Pind hits for ten and Pounds delivers. Early innings see six visitors reach first, while fielding and pitching limit further damage.
Scattered scores from American Association notes include Tatterjee Desmuntere and Hughes with Hughes second in Columbus. Brembies, Mannormana and others appear in multiple at Providance and Montrest Hentrenly. New York State League results feature Syracuse Grisnuép and Troy with varied scores, plus Topeka and Desolan in Western League play.
The International and Kanus teams played a loosely contested game with wild pitching and fielding errors. Walker excelled for the locals, shutting down the visitors after a rocky start, while Crompton, who tripled in the first, briefly threatened but Walker recovered, delivering an easy win for the home side as the late innings saw little offense from the visitors.
An OCR snapshot lists a man nicknamed Dixie Walker in Birmingham area. appears near age blurred but mentions residence and name variant Chatvley Stronie. The fragment hints at identification by ring or badge and references establishing details for a local record.
The report covers Bioage Gamba easing into Major League pace with a change of delivery and stamina concerns from recent minor league play. Rhotten, Shotten, Hartnell, Unglaub, and Geogler figure in centerfield throws, base running, and fielding highlights as Brown teams test new talent and observe emerging pitchers in warmups and practice games.
The Gur'Hat Department touts a busy selection of new hats to fit any taste and pocket. From "Omnér" comics inspired shades to "Perget" models, the display offers pearl, gray, laurel, and brownie tones.
The excerpt debates prices at two and four dollars, noting other positions rely on spring arrivals. It expresses doubt about trades this fall or winter, citing the club’s willingness to give up value. It questions whether the team can be kept without being overlooked.
Brown Pittsburg Sept 17 Pittsburg defeated Brooklyn 3 to 0. Brooklyn native Wheat made two great catches and seven of nine hits were for extra bases. Players such as Smithson Fipbinstone Fahey and Hildebrand were noted as top men for the South lineup.
New York defeated Chicago 4 to 1 as Wilkes left early with bases loaded. Crandall relieved, allowing only one run, while Chicago showed inconsistency at the plate.
Sporting comment notes tension between Detroit and Pittsburgh for next month’s world series. Irburg appears NL pennant favorite with Detroit still facing hard schedule ahead. Detroit’s victory would boost local hopes, while public memory of past Cubs disappointments colors opinions on who represents the American League. Journal muses on King’s absence and potential roster moves amid league power plays.
A tangled ball game at Philadelphia featured early offense for the visiting Tigers and late scoring bursts by key hitters. Cobb and Bush paced the attack with productive at bats, while McIntyre, Crawford, and Jones supplied run support as the Tigers rallied and pulled ahead after a tense sixth inning.
New York defeated Cleveland 10 to 5 as Doyle limited the visitors to three singles and a double. The game featured bases loaded none out in the ninth with the Orioles unable to capitalize. Key players included Hinchme and Keeler noted for late plays amid a 3 hour contest.
Thireetown Prep gym school opens practice at 2 30 on varsity field with Capt Herwin Connelly Langyoul and Murphy back from last year. Captain Kerwin aims to hire Charley Cox to coach again and targets a game with Baltimore City College and Episcopal High School of Alexandria. Managers anticipate strong new material, expect early lineups, and note coach Newman will assume duties soon.
Special from Charlottesville Sept. 2 Virginia football practice began on Lambeth field with over 40 men reporting under Head Coach Neff Oscar Randolph Charlie Crawford and Tad Bowen The return of Pop Emmigen associate director of athletics aroused enthusiasm among last year’s eleven Ceci Stanton Geyer Bowen and Coffee practiced Colfee returned and showed rapid strides Dovell unable to play due to fever kept out of several big games Murphy and Yancey were on the sidelines.
Special to The Washington Post reports promoter James Coffreth of San Francisco expects a fighter named Ketebel Britt to arrive by next Tuesday night or Wednesday morning. If not, Hedebel's fight with Jack Johnson is in doubt. Officials warn sudden activity could affect the Ketebel Britt bout.
The Washington City YMCA basketball setup will divide into four zones with five teams in each, and tentative membership applications reached thirteen for three divisions. Four teams from Section 2 and Coach Badger’s squad will compete with neighbors Petworth Peck Chapel and others in Section B, with a meeting Wednesday to decide placements.
Fragmentary text notes a race or match with names obfuscated. Key entities include a team or person named SPEER and a location SAC. The fragment implies a result or progression toward a goal dated soon, with a clear winner indicated by a final margin of four.
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