Alexander Leads Pitchers in 1917 National League
The 1917 NL pitching standings rank Alexander as top pitcher with 1.85 earned runs per game and five shutouts, while Perritt, Schupp, Sallee, and Landers appear among the leaders. The analysis groups pitchers by games pitched, notes Smith’s ERA impact from fielding, and highlights consecutive wins by Sallee and Schneider and notable two-hit games by Toney, Alexander, and Doak.
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Alexander
Perritt
New York
Schupp
Sallee
Perritten
Schneider
Cincinnati
Meadows
St. Louis
Phil Douglas
Chicago
Barnes
Boston
Vaughn
Toney
Pittsburgh
Philadelphia
Brooklyn
Doak
Agent
Nationals
George Tyler
Mitchell
Cubs
Vaughan
Tyler
Carter
Hendrix
Altho
Roger Hornsby
Jack Hendricks
Hornsby
Cardinals
Killifer
Iowa Hawks Fall 46 to 20 as Chicago Opens Conference
In Bartle Gonia Slam, Chicago Maroons dominate Iowa 46 to 20 in the opening conference game. Georgas captains the Maroons, while Von Lackum and Bertin lead the Hawkeyes. Chicago's power and speed outpace Iowa throughout.
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Iowa
Chicago Cagers
Maroons
Chicago
Pat Page
Georgas
von Lackum
Bertin
Towa
Hamlin's Wizard Oil and Pills Ad Persists
An old advertisement touts Hamlin's Wizard Oil as a quick remedy for rheumatism sciatica lame back and lumbago with claims of rapid penetration soreness relief and joint loosening. It promotes antiseptic use for minor wounds bites or burns and offers a 30 cent price. The ad also references pink pills named Wizard Liver with a money back guarantee for constipation headaches and general relief.
Central Association Faces Uncertain 1918 Season Says Ford
Ford of the Central Association states there is little chance of reorganizing for 1918 unless peace comes within two months. He outlines territorial and reservation rights issues, national commission findings, and criticizes league practices while proposing payroll centralization as a preventive measure.
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Fort Dodge
Central Association
W ‘Luo
Middle West
Jan
Courier Ad
Jeter
Sian
Avith
Louisvill
Secremery 1
Nation Association of Professional Baseball Leagues
National Commission
Farrell
Louisville
August Mermann
National Commisset
R. BD. Bwuett
Northwestern Teague
Na Monal Ass Lion
Hermann
Wermann Teak
Positi Fing Leagies
Severin
Ling
Tin Ty
Iwowever
F. Fort “President Centraliiation
Allision Working Hard for Reagan in Local Bout
Neal Allison trains hard for his January 15 boxing match against Jimmy Reagan in town. Reagan remains a top lightweight contender after a sharp showing in New York, with possible rematches and other bouts teased. Local clubs, promoters, and fans anticipate a strong card, while broader sports chatter questions player pay and condition in baseball and sports culture. The piece blends fight hype with broader sports opinion and economy notes.
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Rfles
Neal Allison
Jimmy Reagan
Reagan
Charlie Metrie
New York
Benny Leonard
Manhattan Athletic Club
Leonard
California
Allison
Neal
Lloyd Nuntley
Farmer Bill Mattison
Huntley
Farmer Bill
Toney Placed in Class One by Board
Tenn January 7 Fred Ditcher of the Cincinnati National League club, recently arrested by federal authorities on a conspiracy to violate selective service regulations charge, was placed in Class One by a local exemption board of Davidson County.
Zimmerman's 1918 contract with New York club
New York infielder Hein Zimmermann, third baseman for the National League team, has signed a 1918 contract. National League officials Tener Heydler Hempstead depart for Cincinnati for the annual meeting. The ad promotes a cold remedy, promising cure in one day with Laxative Brom Quinine Tablets from FE. W. Grove.
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New York
Jar
Hjeine Zimmerman
Tener
Heydler
National League
Cincinnati
National Commission
Hempstead
Giants
FE. W
Gossip on Baseball and News Circulation Decline
A satirical broadside mocks changes in baseball teams and players at Shibe Park and Philadelphia Athletics, laments the high cost of living, and critiques rapid news sharing from Washington and Deming New Mexico. It blends sport gossip with media speculation and financial chatter.
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Cees
Wear
Alexander
Bill Killifer
Phillies
Waong Green
Mack
Connie
Shibe Park
Che
Washington, D.C
When a Feller Needs a Friend and Those of the Game Demand It
A fragmented note reflects on New Year resolutions, mentioning nearly a week since New Year’s Day without any resolutions kept, and ends with a cryptic line ALL, C.
Martin Succeeds Dorais as Coach Dubuque
Jan. 7 Walter Abe Martin named basketball coach at Dubuque college to succeed Coach Dorais who went to Camp Dodge to train as an officer. Martin, longtime associate of Dorais, played forward and helped in many victories. Dubuque will play St Ambrose Upper Iowa Creighton Lenox and possibly State Teachers with dates pending.
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Walter
Abe” Martin
Dubuque College
Dorais
Camp Dodge
Martin
St. Ambrose
Upper Iowa
Creighton
Lenox
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