Browns Triumph In 17 Inning Battle With the Yankees
In a 17 inning thriller at St Louis, the Browns edged the Yankees 7 to 6. Robertson singled and scored after Bodie misplayed a ball, Gallia sacrificed to move Bobby, who scored on a muffed play. New York led early but the Browns tied with a Sisler homer and then pulled ahead as Gallia and Thormahlen held. New York had two hits off the mound. Browns hitters doubled their runs in the later frames. Washington topped the White Sox 9 to 4 as Faber was staked to little support. Lowdermilk quit the Sox. Sullivan signed as new pitcher. Cleveland shutout Boston 4 to 0 behind Morton. Detroit beat Philadelphia 5 to 3 with timely hitting and patient baserunning.
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White Sox
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Gleasons
Grover Lowdermilk
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Gibson
Lefty" Sullivan
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Boston
Red Sox
Morton
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Laye
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League baseball results and opening series notes
National League open with New York beating St. Louis 2 1 as Barnes out pitched Hendrix. Brooklyn falls to Cincinnati 5 1 after Sallee yields 13 singles. Philadelphia outs St Louis in 12 innings as Meadows and Jacobs duel. Meusel drives in the lone run on a wild throw and Whitted delivers a run scoring single. Pittsburgh-Boston game postponed by rain.
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Barnes
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Fletcher
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Sallee
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Smith
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Meadows
Jacobs
Meusel
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Whitted
Boston
Sain
National League Scores From New York and Brooklyn
In New York Chicago led 600 14 to 600 100 on a day of scattered plays. Brooklyn defeated Cincinnati 1130 with Salice, Rariden, Smith, Mamaux and Miller starring on the batteries. Philadelphia beat St Louis 401 with Jacobs and Dilhvezer pitching as Meadows and Tragesser contributed. Pittsburgh-Boston game postponed by rain.
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Rariden
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Standings and results from yesterday’s league games
In the American Association Milwaukee beats Minneapolis and St Paul, Kansas City defeats Toledo, and Milwaukee tops Toledo. The Western League shows home teams Tulsa and Joplin with wins. St Joseph tops Sioux City. Three- League games include Brahsville, Terre Haute, Blonmingian, Peoria and Rockford each with 4 runs.
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American Assomation
Minneapolis
Revival Sought for City Tennis Championship This Summer
City tennis fans urge revival of the annual clash at Byrnes park courts after delays due to war. Dr. L. C. Hemsworth holds the current title from 1917, with last year canceled. Winners of Waterloo and Cedar Rapids tournaments may race for the state title in Des Moines. Local youths show promise as a new generation eyes the revived event under new management by Jack Skien.
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Byrnes Park Courts
Waterloo
Des Moines
Jack Skien
Flag Race Fights and Distemper Hit Big Show
Distemper spreads through the big show affecting many teams as weather favors further inroads. Tris Speaker and Chic Gandi], Babe Rath and Ed Barrow clash with management and players. tensions rise over Coombs release.ennis tournament update notes Tilden and Kinsey to meet in singles and doubles at South Side club with top contenders pairing again.
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Tris Speaker
Chic Gandi
Chicago
Tris
Cleveland Fe
Babe Rath
Ed Barrow
Lee Foht
Mieer
Toledo
Associated Pro
South Side
William T.tilden, Jr
Philadelphia
Robert G. Kinsey
San Francisco
William M. Johnston
United States
Walter T. Hayes
Tilden
Sanegitt Wi Richards
Yonkers
Flay Kinsey
Axel
Berkeley
Cal
Johnston An Hardy
Hayes
Howard Voshell
Brookyn
Hawks Win From Giants at Cedars River Park Diamond
The Black Hawk Tire & Rubber camp ball club defeated the Colored Giants last night on the Cedars River park diamond with a 102 score. Strong pitching by Moeler and Welner highlighted the game. The Hawks meet Ben Hur on Sunday at 3 PM at the same diamond.
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Black Hawk Tire & Rubber Campant's
Colored Giants
Cedars River Park
Siamond
Moeler
Welner
Hawks
Will Hold State Tennis Contests Des Moines July 13
The Iowa State Tennis association plans revival after a year’s suspension. A tournament week of Aug. 12 will form the new state body at Golf and Country Club courts with trophies for singles and doubles and several medals. Entries by Harer Trust, 027 Locust St, Des Moines.
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Des Moines
Iowa State Tennis Association
Harter Hull
Olin J. Sweet
Will Zei Jr
Harer Trust
Locust Street
Net Fans Expect Brookes to Star in America Tour
New York May 18 An Australian tennis legend Norman Brookes arrives for American tournaments bringing world interest to the sport. Critics say he is the greatest exponente of the popular net game from Australia and may rise back to top form after Wimbledon showing. Brookes plans to play through August events, facing a varied field as fans nationwide monitor his matches for signs of enduring peak performance.
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New York
Norman Brookes
Brookes
Australia
America
United States
Roger Bresnahan
Giants
Toledo
American Association
Ereshahan
Reger
Bresnahan
Kilbane Says He Will Keep Title Until Conquered
Johnny Kilbane of Cleveland dispelled retirement rumors saying the featherweight champion will only yield his crown in a real battle. He plans to remain active as long as needed while maintaining fitness, with title succession possible if another must prove themselves in the ring. Kilbane notes his financial security and ongoing business interests support his training focus and readiness for 122 pounds.
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Philadelphia
Johnny Kilbane
Cleveland
Jack
Kid) Wolfe
Jimmy Dunn
Johnny
Kilbane
Toledo
Major John L. Griffith Elevated in Army Rank
Des Moines reports Major John J. Griffith head of athletics at the committee on training camp activities has been promoted from captain in the U S army. Drake University Dean Cowper confirms the promotion. Griffith, long a figure in Iowa and midwestern athletics, directed athletics at Camp Dodge Camp Pike and Washington Armies, and recently signed with the University of Illinois to head a school of physical education and extend propaganda work aimed at improving college men’s fitness.
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Des Moines
John J. Griffith
Committee On
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Dean Cowper
Drake University
Bulldog
Ghfffith
Griffith
Iowa
Middle Western
Camp Dodge
Camp Pike
Washington
University of Ilinois
Illinois
Target Tips and Hunting Helps By Our Arms and Ammunition Expert
A reader asks why a sharp pointed bullet is better for rifle shooting, with expert explanation on wind resistance and trajectory. Another letter discusses docking a dog's tail for heavy cover, outlining minimal removal and ethical timing.
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Berea
O'Dowd Wins World Title Bout by Knockout over McCoy
O Dowd stopped Al McCoy in the 3rd round after McCoy was knocked down seven times and outweighed badly. The Brooklyn challenger, once a feared middleweight, dominated the action in the 1930s era bout staged in Fond du Lac. McCoy’s towel was thrown in twice then kicked out by the referee as the champion pressed the attack.
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al McCoy
Brooklyn
McCoy
Diamond Glints and Jack Quinn Turn of the Season
The piece recounts Jack Quinn pitching one inning in relief after a string of close losses, with Roger Bresnahan facing financial ruin and a return to play at 40. It notes Pell Perritt’s slow progress, scouts touring the Texas circuit, and several players connected to the Giants, Yankees, Cubs, and Cardinals. The narrative emphasizes optimism about Quinn and the broader baseball scene.
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Onn
Tunan
Yankees
Texas
Farel Vott
St. Louis Cardinals
Fonlt Yo
New York Yankees
Isam
Sammy Tala
Jimmy Owelli
Wilde defeats Pal Moore in 26-round London bout
London July 18 Jimmy Wilde the British flyweight champion defeated Pal Moore of Memphis in a 26 round bout at the Olympia. The referee gave the decision to Wilde on points before about twenty thousand spectators. Moore pressed early but Wilde led on points after the twelfth round. A later exchange drew blood from Wilde in round fourteen. Gen Pershing attended in the royal box with the Prince of Wales. Moore and Wilde had previously met in a four round bout and a second 20 round bout had been discussed with a $25 000 purse. Wilde held the English flyweight title since Feb 14 1916 and has a noted hard hitting record.
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Jimmy Wilds
Pal Moore
Memphis
Olympia
Wilde
Moore
Prince of Wales
John J. Pershing
Royal Box
Prince Albert
Genershing
England
Symonds
Johnny Rosner
New York
Waterloo Lad Signals Rifle and Pistol Wins
Inside the Ropes reports Waterloo Lad as a top marksman in interallied events with Corporal Paul Bird earning third high score. The Anamosa Gun Club announces a July 22 tournament featuring eight 11 third and four 20 third events with F. C. Whitney of Winchester as secretary. Lost ads urged via Courier phone 3230.
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Board of Centre
Jess
Barbour
Pecord
Paul Bird
Aut d'Avours
France
Bird
Anamosa
Anamosa Gun Club
F.C. Whitney
Winchester Company
Seaplane Race to Be Held in September
London The international sea plane race for the Jacques Schneider trophy with a 5,000 prize will occur in September under the Royal Aero Club. The 200 mile event uses a sea circuit at least five miles long with entrants expected from Britain France America Italy Belgium and Spain.
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Royal Aero Club
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