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Newspaper
Wilmington Dispatch
Location
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1916
Page
9
The piece examines official scorers decisions in the baseball world series including Olson and Cutshaw errors and wild throws. It contrasts official rulings with writers opinions and notes disputed calls affecting game outcomes and series standings.
In Syracuse, on Oct 21, Pittsburgh University defeated Syracuse University 30 to 0 on a heavy field before about 10,000. Pittsburgh's offense, led by Hastings and McLaren, overwhelmed Syracuse whose forward passes were largely intercepted and its line breached throughout the game.
Referees announced awards in the Panama claims case stemming from the July 8 1912 riot between American troops and Panama police. Heirs of Ralph Davis receive 9000 dollars. Isaac J. Thomas 1200. George F. Stokes 750. Fred Barnard 500. John Young 100. others receive 50 to 75 dollars each for injuries.
In Philadelphia on Oct 21 the University of Pennsylvania defeated State College 15 to 0 before 18000 fans. Howard Berdy scored 12 points with two dropkicks and a 45 yard touchdown run. Quigley added the remaining 3 points after subbing for Berdy.
Bridgeport, October 21. Marcellus Hartley Dodge, owner in Remington Arms Union Metallic Cartridge Co, has cleared 2.1 million by cornering munitions making machines. He holds 1.25 million dollars worth of machines, awaiting further price rises as demand outstrips supply and buyers seek immediate delivery.
Senator Lawrence Y. Sherman of Illinois criticized Wilson for defending rights of his people without fighting. He argued ancestors would not have accepted such "watchful waiting" and cited 1812 and 1861 as examples. He contrasted James Buchanan’s approach with Lincoln calling for volunteers to preserve the Union.
Sufficient funds to buy 4,000 tons of food and charter a collier to deliver it to Beirut for the relief of 300,000 Syrians and Armenians are expected to be raised today in the United States. President Wilson has proclaimed relief days and contributions are being gathered nationwide.
A political column argues that tariffs fail to regulate wages and enable manufacturers to control prices. It credits the Democratic Congress led by Wilson for aiding farmers through Rural Credits and other agriculture measures. It warns workers have become wage slaves under capitalist and political boss influence.
Washington report states the League to Enforce Peace will hold a major gathering in May 1917 with 4000 to 5000 delegates including international attendees. The aim is to outlaw belligerence and prevent war, chaired by General Anson Mills.
King. Atlantic Coast Line lists rail fares and travel windows for Fayetteville Clinton Chadbourn Sanford Atlanta and Louisville events. Tickets go on sale Oct 20 24 27 or Nov 12 13 14 with limited return by late dates and special trains noted for Wilming ton Chadbourn and others. Proportionate takes other points on the from Atlantic Coast Line.
The Chattanooga Times notes an early Democratic bid to oust Mr. Hughes. The Macon Telegraph cites an earnest Democratic push next month. The Journal reports Covington’s 15 horse farm yielding 59 bales of cotton and over 30000 dollars from his estate. The Washington Herald predicts Lodge’s increasing presence in the capital.
The Charleston News and Courier notes that a major portion of American living costs stems from high expenditures tied to killing in Europe, reflecting wartime financial burdens.
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