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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1924

Page

5

Waterloo Beaten by Rock Island 2 1 in Second Series

Rock Island defeated Waterloo 2 to 1 in a tight game. McCracken pitched well for Waterloo allowing three hits, while Rock Island’s Hasselman and Parente fueled the offense with key hits and a triple by Kessl. Umpires ruled on several plays amid heated exchanges as Waterloo’s bid for a comeback fell short in the late innings.

Fricey Wodan Jose Rock Island Lefeat Waterloo Ovid McClarken Mac Berm Riley Ovid McGracken Kessi Keyes Grays’ Wrecking Crew Hasselman Parente Seifert Irvin Gundel McCracken Schulz Hawks Dixon Grant O'Shea Driscoll Grays Finkler Kessli Ote Dorsey Walsh Schull Kuehl Clay Kessl John Altho Hawk Rej Kotha Et Parente Gundal Reyes Selifert Waren Abinvin Waterlos Mullion Clarke

Baseball Scores and Local Predicted Showdown in Orchard

National League results list Cincinnati over New York four to one and St. Louis eight to Brooklyn three. American League notes New York four Detroit one amid a Boston eight to Cleveland three. Philadelphia seven Chicago six. Washington six St. Louis four. Western League and other standings referenced with Tulsa and Denver scores. The Board faces Waterloo, aiming to dominate the Sunday crowd with Schulz and Jacobs likely opposing Willoughby, as Cedar Rapids anticipates a strong opener.

Cincinnati New York St. Louis Brooklyn Chicago Boston Pittsburgh-Philadelphia Iain Detroit U. Boston Cfeveland Philadelphia Washington Milwaukee Columbus Kansas Toledo Indianapolis Stu. Paul Louisville & Minnaipolis Oklahoma Moines Omaha Tulsa Denver Lincoln Wichita Waterloo Hawks Schulz Jacobs Willoughby Cedar Rapids Mississipgis Valley Beaty Brood Marshall Ciysigeadt Thea Boston Teesburgh American AetaMurs Beaton Sheeeees Lanus Philladelphia

Grinnell picks Hyland and Black to lead 1924 25 squads

Grinnell Iowa June 14 With M W Hyland Tama and Charles Black Kansas star named head football and basketball coaches for 1924 25 Grinnell athletics look brighter than in years Hyland praised for Hawkeye end versatility Black praised for guarding and backfield work Two year all valley guard Black backs up Hyland in coaching Freshmen and letter men fill depth for robust seasons Basketball prospects mirror football with MacHackron assisting Black Doc lalf tied to track strong Freshman squad led by Scharnweber and Rinefort poised to boost track and field in Missouri Valley competition

Grinnell M. W Mike] Iyland Tama Charles Black Kansas University Hyland Highland Park Jeander Clark Iowa University Hawkeye Drake Black Gharlie Kansas Critchett Sweet Qsippy Wood Morer The Pioneers MacHackron Benz Cushman Gelgin Winter Boge Wing Lalf Doc Medrath Porter Gillette Missouri Valley

Tigers Forfeit Game As Yanks Take Lead In City Battle

The Tigers forfeited to the Yankees after a Ninth inning brawl sparked by Bob Meusel at Yankee Stadium. Umpire Evans ruled 9 to 0, with New York tied for first with Boston and Detroit dropping to a distant position. The day featured multiple big league results and a rain postponement in Philadelphia.

Associated Press Detroit Yankee Stadium Bob Meusel Yankee Fred Cole Tiger New York Cobb Mensel Wild Evans Yankees Red Sox Cleveland Washington Danforth Bex Browns Athletic White Sox Baumegartinor Meeker Giants Reds Chicago Bost Brooklyn St. Louis Pittsburgh Philadelphia

Washington Crew Facing Typhoid Shadow at Camp

In Poughkeepsie on June 14, Luft, veteran rower of the varsity crew, was hospitalized with typhoid symptoms. Kerns was moved from the second boat to replace Luft, disrupting the shell and dampening team morale. Coach Rusty Callow fielded Gill in the first boat of the second shell and brought in Matthews.

Poughkeepsie N.Y Washington University Luft Star Hospital Kerns Rusty Callow Gill Matthewa

Talks With the Hawks How Fred Schulz rose in Waterloo ranks

Fred Schulz stands out for base hits and fielding with major league potential. A versatile athlete from Belvidere to Waterloo, he excelled in basketball, earned AAU all American honors, and shifted to outfield as a left handed pitcher. At 22 and unmarried, he remains popular and optimistic about a higher level.

Hawks Fred Schull Waterloo Pacemakers Fred Schult Waterloo Cubs Belvidere Schulz Rarity Wreddie Leo Frank Boyle Cedar Rapids

Milwaukee signs Benny McCracken and Connor coach move

Milwaukee club purchases Ovid McCracken once a leading pitcher in the Mississippi Valley league and signs him to report Sept 1. Benedict Connor, ex Waterloo athlete, signs to coach athletics at Campion College Prairie du Chien Wis, after a noted football and baseball stint with Waterloo pros. Willoughby, Groft, Dixon and other names surface as scouts consider moves for Willoughby and Groft amid injuries and roster overstock.

Ovid McCrAcken Mississippi Valley Cait Milwaukee Club American Association Rotty Borchert Milwaukee MelCracken Whiff Islanders McCracken Brewers Willoughby Claude Willoughby Borchert Cedar Rapids St. Louis Dixon Groft Peter Groft Petes Berhind Schult O'Shea Clarke Benedict A. Connor Waterloo Gauspian College Prairie du Chien Wis Connor Wil Hawks Frank Boyle Sioux Fairs Benny Lez Boyle Candor Campion College Tri-State Sporting News Ben Connor St. Viator’s College Ilinois Notre Dame University Indiana Altho Waterloo Pros Rockford Gophers Clinton Iowa

Waterloo Claims Fine Record For All Departments

Waterloo tops several league categories in the latest stats. Fred Schule ranks third in batting with a .368 average, just shy of Schleicker. The Islanders lead in pace with .802 team batting, while Waterloo sits third overall. Waterloo leads in runs scored 248, total bases 493, stolen bases 71, and double plays 27, with Alullen and Dixon among base stealing leaders. A team that takes chances wins in the long run.

Waterloo Hawks Fred Schule Schleicker Dubuque Heath Ottumwa Rock Island Islanders Alullen Dixon Hornsby Rogers Hornsby St. Louis Snyder Giants Hotors Fournier Brooklyn Wheat Kelly New York Thor‘ney Boston Youngs High Grimes Chicago Hartnett Frisch Grantham Bighes Carey Pirates Bancroft Cubs Alexander Stright Austin Tulsa Omaha Cullop Davis Lamb Lelivert Sargent Washburn Honowitz Smith Wichita Corrigan St. Joe Sigwing Denver St. Joseph Oklahoma City Lincoeln Des Moines Southern Association Pascnal Atlanta Southern League Association Waco Lapan Little Rock J. Smith aAtlanta Forsythe Mobile Knede Birmingham Carliste Memphis Paschal Marriott Stewart Lite Hock Birningham New Orleans Chattanooga Menun Brief Kansas City Dressen Saints Neun Walker Minneapolis Louisville

Golf Swing Drill From Inside Golf by Chester G Horton

In this 1920s Inside Golf feature by Chester G Horton the reader learns a backswing with arms loose, feeling the shaft pull near the top, and striking the ball with the back of the left hand. It advises avoiding elbow tension, keeping the left arm straight, and applying wrist pressure to free the swing. Copyright John F Dille Co.

Joe Kirkwood John F. Dille

Byrnes Park Golf Meet Set To Start Monday

Byrnes Park golf enthusiasts prepared for the handicap tournament on Byrnes links starting Monday and running through the week with finals hoped for next Saturday. Organizers anticipate two fights being arranged amid the competition.

Byrnes Park Byrnes Links

Cobb Leads Majors With 71 Hits In 30 Games

Tyraymond Cobb of the Detroit Tigers rises to near top of American League batters with a .51 average, 71 hits in 30 games, 19 years in the majors. He has played every game this season, 202 at bats, 10 doubles, two triples, two homers, and 39 runs. Other leaders include Ruth and Heilmann in batting, Hornsby in the National League, and various standouts across leagues.

Associated Press Chicago Tyrusaymond Cobb Detroit Tigers Georgia Peach Tigers Cobb Jamieson Cleveland Babe Ruth Yankees Harry Heilmann Albha Rice Washington Prothro Meuse Wew York Williams St. Louis

Local Racehorses to Start Sumner Programs Monday

The string of racehorses owned by Dr. George H. Coun, housed at Cedar Valley race track in Cedar Falls, will move to Milbank, South Dakota, on Monday to begin the summer circuit. Manager Sam Humble leads the group featuring Ailly Post, 2:— trotter. Ben Russell, 2:25 trotter. Geraldine M., 2:17 pacer. Jimmy H., yet to record. and Tella La Porte, owned by H. S. Lemper. Other Cedar Valley wintered strings will also depart for the season’s races.

George H. Coun Cendar Valley Cedar Falls Milbank Sam Humble Ailly Post Ben Russell

Second Month of Church Baseball to Begin Monday

Burton Avenue Baptist and First Evangelical baseball teams of the inter Sunday school loop start the second month’s competition at Soni league park Monday evening. Grace M. E. faces Walnut Street Baptist Tuesday, Central Christan and First Baptist meet Wednesday, and First M. E. and First Presbyterian play Thursday. No clear leader yet as teams race for top, with the three lowest clubs to be dropped when schedules are rearranged mid July.

Burton Avenue Baptist First Evangelical

Greene Tourist Park Planned Along River Bank

Greene Ia June 14 Ground owned by the city and Greene Electric Light Power Co will be used for a tourist park. Izaak Walton league members will clear the ground the bower company will wire it. John Downing will furnish the restroom and clubs will provide stove tables and benches. Boy Scouts will assist with preparing the park for use along the river on the west bank.

Greene City Greene Electric Light & Power Co Ccal Izaak Walton League Bower Company John Downing Boy Scouts

Strong knocks out Merten in fourth at Mason City

Everett Strong of Mason City won by knockout over Gene Merten of Minneapolis in the fourth round of a scheduled 10 round bout. Strong dominated with sharp rights, sending Merten to the canvas after a nine count in the second round and nearly finished him in the third.

Strong Merten Mason City Everett Strong Gene Merten Minneapolis

Raymond and Reinbeck Nines Clash Tomorrow

Raymond's baseball team prepares for a key game tomorrow afternoon against Reinbeck in Raymond Iowa. McGarvey will pitch for Raymond with Melvin catching. Reinbeck brings a fast lineup and is among the league leaders.

Raymond and Reinbeck Raymond McGarvey Melvin

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