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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1913
Page
10
Work on the new ball park is rushed to prep for next Tuesday’s opening game. Groundkeeper Crabtree puts finishing touches as grandstand removal progresses and five sections come in by week’s end. Bleachers will seat over 1,060, the park gains distance, a new press box is added, and opening day plans include a parade and ceremonies.
Los Angeles April 30 John Dundee and featherweight champion Johnny Kilbane fought twenty rounds with Kilbane ahead on points until Dundee rallied in the final round. Referee Eyton scored a draw amid a dissatisfied crowd as Kilbane appeared to lead most rounds.
In a clash outside the Wot Outside Arena during the fight an unidentified young man was probably fatally struck on the head by a stone. Police fired several shots after the crowd hurled stones at them.
Howard Tuttle remains with Waterloo for the season after a ownership dispute ended with Manager Andrews buying the pitcher. Tuttle, a right hander from Canton Illinois, posted 17 wins 14 losses last season, with 143 strikeouts in 35 games and may join the Kewanee series as reinstatement steps occur.
West High School players Earl Spiker Joan Powers Carl Chapman and Ralph Walker showcase improving football skills under Coach Fred McClain. Spiker shows speed and forward passing, Powers proves a fighting spirit, while Chapman and Walker have outgrown past limits and could stir football circles if they continue at pace.
A baseball game at Lafayette park yesterday afternoon pitted Waterloo east bank clerks against Waterloo west. The east side won 9 to 7 behind Kimm who pitched and hit a home run. McGarvey added two three baggers for the west. A large Waterloo crowd attended with many autos in evidence.
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