St Louis Takes No 2 From Foot
Chicago April 14 St Louis won 4 10 32 by bunching hits. Danforth wild but effective in the pinches. Eljerbe failed to touch second base costing two runs and depriving Sisler of a hit in the fifth. The score and batting details follow with St Louis taking the game 4 to 2 over Chicago.
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Martin Dempsey fight likely this Labor Day in Brooklyn
Baltimore April 14 Bob Martin heavyweight champion of the A B F seems set to defend against Jack Dempsey next Labor Day in Brooklyn plans reported by Martin's manager Jimmie Bronson Bronson said Martin aims to KO Brennan and Roger before facing Dempsey in a prelude to the title bout
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Two Iowa Horses Sold in Chicago speed sale
Two Tama race horses with long fair circuits history in Iowa and Illinois were sold at a Chicago speed horse sale. Onward Sam, owned by Ben Morgan of Toledo, went to a buyer from Memphis Tennessee. Cream Check, owned by T. R. Moore of Toledo, was purchased by a North Dakota buyer. Morgan also owns Bar men and Anna Voleta with notable marks.
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Lewis Throws Caddock in Challenge by Roper for $10,000
Wichita dated April 14. Capt. Bob Roper heavyweight boxer in town for a wrestling match last night between Ed Strangler Lewis, champion, and Earl Caddock of Iowa challenged Lewis to a mixed wrestling and boxing bout. Roper promised a $10,000 side bet if he could defeat him. Lewis won the last two of three falls.
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Major League Records Highlighted From 1917 Games
Historical MLB items note April 14 1917 records including most runs batted in in an inning Ray Bates Philadelphia over Washington and a no hit game. Also mentions steals by T Long St Louis and Cincinnati results along with other 1917 season marks and general notes from the era.
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A Comic Strip in Type McEvoy Pillow Slip Guide
A humorous instructional piece explains pillow slips and pillow fits with playful mis-spellings. It suggests measuring the pillow, selecting the correct slip size, and even proposing outdoor airing on a nice day. The piece ends by noting a friend could aid or a “Bone Woman” might do it. Associated Features syndicates the material.
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Visiting Team Tops Pin Meet at Whiteside Tournament
Dyersville White Soxhumped into the lead with a total score of 2,10 and two crew members taking high honors in doubles with 1,146. Local man W. Manahl led the singles with 615, Naderman of Dyersville near him. Several local teams and representatives in singles and doubles will compete today as large crowds attend the tournament through the standings in divisions.
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George Sisler Reveals Mechanical Eye Secret to Success
Chicago April 14 The St. Louis Browns first baseman George Sisler discusses his self described mechanical eye and engineering background from the University of Michigan 1916. He says his unusual sighting tools help him anticipate pitches and expects to post his best major league season yet while backing the Browns to win the pennant. His wife and two children are noted as part of his home life.
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Large shipments of new Easter noleia met arrived
Easter season sales highlight Woods Millinery with large shipments of new merchandise arriving, signaling fresh stock and shopper interest.
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Giants Beat Brooklyn In 4-3 Victory On April 14
In a baseball showing, the New York Giants defeated Brooklyn 4 to 3 as Vance and Deberry held the visitors to scattered hits. Meusel hit his second homer of the season in the inning, with Ring pitching for Brooklyn despite the loss.
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Sacramento Baseball Team Grows Whiskers for 49ers
In Sacramento on April 14 the entire Sacramento base ball team agreed to cultivate whiskers in the spirit of the 1849 celebration. Manager Charles Pick and all players will grow facial foliage, with Pacific Coast League president William A. McCarthy permitting it. A whisker contest with prizes will run during the 49ers days event, inspired by Great Saintage’s suggestion.
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College Golf Makes Big Strides In Late Season
Chicago reports that college golf has advanced recently with the Big Ten planning a June 19 tournament in Chicago and the University of Chicago releasing a full intercollegiate schedule. Illinois and Purdue already have courses with others arranging facilities, alongside football and baseball.
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Ewalds Injures Foot In Fort Worth Game
Fort Worth Texas April 14. Third baseman Ewalds star infielder and field captain of the Shreveport Texas league team will be out of the game for several weeks, his physician said today. In a quick start in the Shreveport Fort Worth game yesterday he snapped a bone in his right foot. Ewaldt formerly played with the Des Moines club of the Western league. Large shipments of ree Taste models jet arrived.
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Pirates Pitchers Glazner Morrison Shine in Losses
In a busy baseball wrap, Glazner and Morrison fared rough in a Cardinals game as St Louis pounded 12 hits including homers by Smith and Ainsmith. Detroit’s Ty Cobb absence sees the Tigers fall to Cleveland while Indians offense paces safeties. Del Pratt drives two doubles and two RBIs in the Athletics’ comeback loss to the Red Sox. Irish Meusel homers again as the Giants beat the Dodgers, and Dave Danforth limits the White Sox to seven hits as Chicago’s bats struggle. Parkinson triples in eighth for the Braves, and Cubs win again over Reds after bench raspberries disrupts. Yankees escape with first win behind underhanded starter Mays, who keeps Senators to six hits and resists a grandstand pitch.
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Paris opens baseball season with varied leagues expected
Sports brief notes the Paris season opener set for May 39 with teams from the American Legion Veterans of Foreign Wars Rahelagh club and Independents. Swarthmore defeats Oxford Cambridge lacrosse 9 to unknown score. West Coast results include Portland il Salt lake Los Angeles 5 Vernon 1 Oakland 1 San Francisco 2 Seattle 6 Sacramento 1. Strangler Lewis defends world title by pinning Earl Caddock. Santel gains decision over Tarro Miyake after one hour.
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Atlanta Opens Baseball Season With Real Wedding
In Atlanta Georgia on April 14 a wedding and jazz band opened the baseball season as Atlanta faced Chattanooga at Ponce De Leon Park. Gordon Flowers claimed a local club offer of $56 and two season tickets for any couple tied in the knot, while Mrs. Cora Cooper fed home plate just before the game began. The April meeting of First Lutheran is proposed to supply paper handkerchiefs and is postponed one week.
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Boxers, Bum Ropes and Cards Bring Newswire Pulse
A strip of questions and rapid sports notes cover boxing delays and balk rules, with remarks on Dempsey and Perens, amid comments on the New York boxing scene. Cardinals' depth tested early, and US Golf Association fees spark outrage as Yale faces Pennsylvania in a looming rowing clash and Morvich looms as Derby favorite amid brisk entrant competition.
White Answers On Baseball Decisions From Courier
Charles LD White of the Courier sporting desk invites readers to send questions with stamped self addressed envelopes. He promises to explain and settle baseball decisions and records, signaling a period column by Sol Metzger.
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Near East settlement debated by Uncle Harry and friends
In a discussion led by Uncle Harry, Jimmy Tae and others ponder postwar Near East settlement prospects. They note Turkey and Greece took opposite sides in World War I, Armenian persecution, straits control, and competing imperial interests. European nations push a plan inviting regional representatives to avert further conflict and stabilize independence efforts.
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Lively Ball Still Bouncing in Major Leagues This Year
New York April 14 Lively ball debated as Yankees report spring play and early games show high hitting. Everett Scott notes spring balls lack hop, while others cite pitching, with Red Faber, Phil Douglas, Carl Mays and Karl contributing in season openers. Danforth and Aldridge debut with strong starts for Browns and Cubs.
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