Cubs chase pennant as Mitchell’s men spark comeback
Former Central Association star Charlie Hallacher fuels the Cubs in a season of strong defense and timely hitting. Hol lacher and Bill Williser propel Chicago, while a pitching quartet led by Tyler Vaughan Douglas and Hendrix provides depth. The Giants and Red Sox loom, but Chicago presses toward the World Series in a tight National League race.
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Fred Mitchett
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Cleveland
Washington
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Hollacher
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Bill Williser
Illifer
Tyler
Vaughn
Douglas
Hendrix
Grover Alexander
Jim Vaughn
Chicago Cubs
Doughs
Boston
Jase Vaughn
Babe Ruth
Moose Fall to Warfields in Cedar Rapids Clash
Waterloo Moose lost 2 to 1 to the Warfields of Cedar Rapids at Parlor City. Herb Claus pitched well for Waterloo but errors by shortstop O'Brien proved costly. Waterloo outhit Cedar Rapids but left runners stranded. Wilson doubled and Metcalf singled for Waterloo’s lone run.
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Waterloo Moose
Warfields
Cedar Rapids
Parlor
Herb Claus
O'Brien
Waterloo
Moose
Wilson
Metcalf
Jones
Matty May Be in Service Soon After Exam
Mathewson manager of the Nationals has clearance from the War Department for overseas service with the United States Army. He is ordered to Fort Thomas for vaccination and to report for this operation. He may leave before Labor Day but hopes for an extension of time.
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Cincinnati
Mathewson
Clnmati
War Department
United States Army
Fort Thomas
Two Women Qualify for Match Play at Indian Hill
Chicago Aug. 26 Thirty women golfers qualified at Indian Hill Golf Club for the Western Golf Association championship. Match play over 18 holes will determine the title by week’s end. Mrs. F L Leets not defending. more than 140 entrants including Mrs. Francis Hadfield and Miss Elaine Rosenthal. Entry fees go to war funds.
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Indian Hill
Cbhampionp
Wett Western Golf Association
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Colfer
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Leets
Francis Hadfield
Blue Mound Elib Milwaukee
Elaine Rosenthal
Cubs Clinch National League Pennant With Win
The Cubs clinched the NL pennant by splitting a doubleheader with Brooklyn as New York rested idle. Chicago leads by 11 1 2 games. they won the first game 5 to 2 and lost the second 1 to 2 as Brooklyn rallied in the fourth. Other notes mention Boston and Cincinnati splitting a twin bill with near equal success.
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Cubs
Brooklyn
New York
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Walker
Red Cross Golf Match Attracts Record Entries
The Red Cross City Golf Championship reports 64 entrants, a local record, with Fred McClain among notable qualifiers. Paul Talbot of the Pro Graphics Club notes strong form and ideal course conditions may boost scores.
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Proapert Golflub
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Fred McClain
Frank
The Standing. A Nonresident.
An Evening Transcript recalls a sightseeing trip through Tre and remarks on Devil's Gap and Devil's Peak. The guide notes the devil ages a great deal of property, with a punch about landlords in the tale.
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Merkle’s Comeback Highlights Cubs Pennant Drive
Fred Merkle, once blighted by the bonehead touch incident, has rebounded as Chicago Cubs slugger and first baseman, helping Mitchell’s club clinch a pennant. The piece recounts his 1916 Giants trade, Cubs turnover, and resurgence as a driving force in the Cubs’ season.
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Baseball Oracle
Fred Merkle
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John McGraw
Fred
Brooklyn Dodgers
Lew McCarty
Chicag Cubs
Weeghman Combine
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The Safety Curtain at Plaza Theatre
The Safety Curtain screens tomorrow at Plaza Theatre with Norma Telmadge in a dramatic role. The plot follows Puck a dancer turned Army life in India where Capt Merryon helps her amid a violent past and a possible revived threat from Vulcan. Puck flees to India after a staged disaster and faces a perilous choice as a new romance unfolds.
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Merrion
Louise Glaum’s Paralta debut shines with gown elegance
The article profiles Louise Glaum now leading Paralta with a vow to forgo seduction on screen. It highlights her striking fashion, aiming to be the best dressed actress, and notes her “Lady of the Peacocks” nickname and plans for “Wedlock” at Crystal theatre. It also mentions “The Geezer of Berlin” at Palace and the Metro film “Social Quicksands” with Bushman and Bayne, plus Waterloo Electric Park’s season growth amid many draftees.
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Crystal Theatre
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Metro
Francis X. Bushman
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the Palace
Mitchell Cops Pennant With Mediocre Club
The Brooklyh Times remarks on Fred Mitchell guiding a weak Chicago Cubs like team to surprising season success. It notes key players Charlie Hallacher and Killifer while lacking star power in the outfield and infield. The piece references George Stallings and the 1914 Braves as a contrast in club strength.
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Fred Mitchell
Chicago Cubs
Brooklyh Times
Killifer
Mitchell
Charlie Hallacher
George Stallings
Braves
German doubts grow over invasion risk says editorials
The piece argues Germans are awakening to the threat of invasion, fearing a U.S. intervention may end the war next year as Germany hesitates to commit to further aggression. It suggests Uncle Sam could step in to end the conflict.
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Janather
J Sam
Electric Park Ends 1918 Season With Strong Attendance
Waterloo and countryside residents have long known Electric Park as a city magnet drawing crowds on weekends. By 6 pm yesterday about 1200 out of town visitors had arrived, with many long distance auto trips. The park will close its active 1918 season in a week though Saturday afternoons and Sundays will continue until the Castle Con-…
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Electric Park
Alboit
Castle Con
Lightning destroys Rohwin barn. horses killed in Rockford
A Friday night lightning strike leveled J C Rohwin’s barn in Rockford burning the hay and building, killing fine horses and burning oats. Estimated loss about 2500. A local patriotic meeting is planned next Sunday with attorney Joe Campbell of Charles City as speaker. Community extends sympathy to Mr and Mrs Morgan Legg on the loss of their twin babies. Frank Trigg, Rockford Register editor, considers overseas secretary work. Rev Lambly, abroad training, gave a talk on overseas work.
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J.C. Rohiwin
Hugh Murphy
France
Joe Campbell
Charles City
Morgan Legg
Frank Trigg
Rockford Register
Lambly
M. GC. A
Local Social Notes From Gilbertville
Miss Mary Miller of Iowa City visits the William Girsch home. Miss Pearl Turner of Ryan visits the Vincent O’Brien home. A surprise party honors Miss Catherine Schommer at the M Delagardene home with music and refreshments. Miss Emily Wester leaves Mandar for Waverly to train as a nurse.
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Mary Miller
Iowa City
William Girsch
Pearl Turner
Ryan
Vincent O'Brien
M. Delagardene
Catherine Schommer
Emily Wester
Mandar
Waverly
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