Cincinnati Reds defeat Chicago in tight finale
In Chicago on August 18, Cincinnati beat Chicago 3 to 2 in a close series finale. Key hits came from Sickinz and Alten as the Reds pulled ahead late, with runs scoring after two outs in the ninth.
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Errors by Bunnies Help Moline Win
A high scoring baseball game sees Moline rally past Cedar Rapids as Lord Emery and Shollenberger spark a late comeback. Key plays include Hardgrove Larmore and Fitzpatrick contributing offensively and three base hits by Lord, with strong pitching by Pierson and Fitzpatrick in a tense contest.
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West High GeeKS Football Field Dilemma Sparks City Notice
With the season near, West High authorities search for a suitable football field as Fifth and Vocust streets site is blocked by a new building. Byrnes Park area is too distant for practical practice, delaying scheduling while Coach Coach is expected to lead a repeat of last year’s success.
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Americans Plan to Invade England for Polo Contest
Plans for an international polo match to return the polo trophy to America shift from 1923 to next summer. Louis E. Stoddard leads early arrangements as the American team builds mounts and funds, with 125000 estimated for travel, training, and shipment costs. The England match would be staged at Meadow Brook as an English host.
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Cleveland Mourns Ray Chapman Body Arrives in City
A crowd of hundreds in Cleveland gathers at Union Depot to honor Ray Chapman, star shortstop of the Cleveland baseball club who died after a skull fracture from a pitched ball. Chapman's bride Kathleen Daly and manager Tris Speaker accompany the body from New York. He played for a pennant hopeful team and was also a noted track and football athlete in naval service.
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Paddock Sets Sprint Pace In Olympic Tryout Duel
Charley Paddock of the Los Angeles A C. shines at Harvard Stadium as he equalled the world record in the 220 yard dash and won the final Olympic tryout event to carry American hopes in Angrap Angrap is likely Angrap was Angra? The text states Angrarp.
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Sidelights From a Major League Race and Elgin Road Trials
Chicago reports a tense pennant battle between the Chicago White Sox and Philadelphia Athletics with a wild pitch injuring Weaver and a disputed call by umpire Connolly. In Bilgin, trials prep for the national road race feature top drivers Ralph De Palma and Gaston Cheverlet as part of the nine entrants vying for Saturday’s start.
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Elgin Road Race Set for August 21
Elgin Illinois prepares for the eighth Elgin road race on August 21 under Chicago Motor Vimb. The 250 mile event will start at noon Central. Finals include prizes from 6900 to 206 for top seven and 100 to leaders each lap plus 100 to non‑finishing entrants. track work over the eight and one half mile course has been completed.
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Benny Leonard to Defend Lightweight Title at MSG
New York reports Benny Leonard the lightweight champion will defend his title at Madison Square Garden mid September. Articles signed by Bill Gibson and Tex Rickard call for a 15 round decision bout with an opponent to be announced from five contenders. Leonard to receive a $50,000 guarantee and post a $20,000 forfeit to meet the lightweight limit.
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Injunction Sought In Tripoli New Hampton Baseball Tilt
In Waverly Aug 18 a bid for an injunction to bar two New Hampton players claimed as Tripoli property surfaced amid a fierce rivalry. The game at Bremer county fairgrounds went to New Hampton 6 0 for a $250 purse, with Long yielding 1 0. No Tripoli runner reached second as Claus and Claus held the mound.
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Carl Mays Explains Pitch That Killed Ray Chapman
The Associated Press reports Carl Mays offered an explanation for the Cleveland shortstop Ray Chapman’s death, saying a rough spot on the ball caused an unexpected twist. Umpires Evans and Dinner of the American League commented on Mays’ statement.
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Santel Defeats Londos For World Heavyweight Title
San Francisco report: A D Santel defeats Jim Londos in straight falls to claim the world heavyweight wrestling championship. First fall 27 minutes 35 seconds, second fall 12 minutes 18 seconds, both by arm scissors. Also notes Lawler vs Jacks decision,Oxford Cambridge Olympic entrant proposal, and Walter Carlisle signs with Minneapolis club.
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Alexander Fights Schmader In Nebraska Ring Tonight
Ralph Alexander of Waterloo meets Andy Schmader of Omaha in a ten round bout at Louisville Nebraska. It is Alexander first match of the season after three days training in Council Bluffs following a Sunday night departure from Waterloo.
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Hampton 18 Planning Baseball Tournament
Hampton planning a two day baseball tournament in late summer. Bids to revive baseball events failed, but organizers hope to slot four strong teams and two games per day. Interest in nearby communities may help attract fans for a regional event.
Sioux City Center Fielder Bud Robinson Arrested in False Drawing Charge
Clipped OCR shows Bud Robinson, Indian centerfielder for Sioux City Western League club, arrested on false drawing charge with mention of a county jail detention. Miscellaneous notes include medical ads and a hotel visit schedule.
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