Evening Star Newspaper, March 3, 1925, Page 30

30 S POURTS. THE EVENING STAR, WASHINGTON, D. G, TUESDAY, MARCH , 1925. O, SPORTS. Griffs Hold First Batting Practice : Pirates Depending ' Greatly on a Rookie HITTING NATURALLY LIGHT DESPITE “WEAK” PITCHING Zachary, in Best Condition of His Career, Is About Ready for Real Mound Work—McNamara Also Fit—Rookies Getting Attention. ) Dispateh to Th MPA, Fla., March 3—The fir engaged in by the players at who have been working out the squad. Star. later date. Allen Russell and his spitter, James McNamara, Harry Kelly, Fom Zachary, Clise Dudley and Benson Brillheart were the hurlers to step out into the center of the diamond, and a curve, they showed the good effects of nearly two weeks of training by zipping fast ones toward the wai Hargrave, who did the catching. Zachary looks mighty good. apparently is the best shape of Not the slightest sign of soreness has followed in the wake of his con- ditioning work, and with a contin work none should result down” a bit, with curves added to hi The same is true of James Mc- Namara, the other left-hander, who has shown the most to date. Me- Namara has breezed fast ones over Since the first week of training camp activities and he is now working up to midseason form in that line. He, too, is about ready for a display of the curves he has at his command. Allen Russell is perhaps the far- thest advanced, due to the effect that he has no curve ball condition to work up to. Allen’s arm, rightly termed “rubber,” seldom gets sore and this year is no exception. “I could easily go three Innings right now,” claims the demon relief pitcher. He will undoubtedly get part of the assignment in the first or second Glant game, the initial con- test of which is scheduled for one week from today Rookiex Attention Attract Attention. was again attracted to- day to the work of Roy Carlisle, the Memphis slugger, and to Spencer Adams, who aspires to an infield berth with the champions. A continuation of the tossing indulged in by ball new these Players gives no line on their ability, | of course, but they look the part of ball players. In the medicine game, still a big part of the training routine, Carlisle shows unfamiliarity with basket ball foot ball. He handles the big sphere very gin- gerly, but he and Adams contrive to muff the hurriedly thrown ball many times. The spectators get their big- gest out of this par work. “Mule™ Shirley gets the medicine ball away from him in a manner to indicate that he is familiar with the handling of a large ball, but that did not help him any the receiving end. Placed between Tom Zachary and Bennett Tate in the ring this morn- ing, both of whom delight in letting the ball go with great force, Shirley soon was puffing. But, with his usual exhibition of enthusiasm, he came right back at the boys for more, and insisted that “a little more pep” be displayed. At that he seemed thank- ful when recess was called. George Mogridge, fresh from hi successful set-to with President Grif- HOW TO PLAY BASE BALL By Stanley (Bucky) H Pitcher 1l—How a Pitcher Shoauld Train. F you have a good physique, brai to become a pitcher the first thin 1 mean doing the preliminary w be done before trying t he training work of a pitcher i I of this should T any other player. severe tests to which he is put when | He trains more for endurance than a All players have to get and remain i upon for the sustained exertion dema between training for a sprint and a I Outside of the first baseman, an in- | fielder will handle an average of five chances in a_game and an. outfielder four. They figure in that number of plays, in other words. But the pitcher figures in four or five plays on every batter who faces him. There is the rea- son why the pitcher must have great endurance Gets Time to Rest. True, he isn't called upon to work avery day, as are the other players. Gen- erally a pitcher does his best with three - four days’ rest. Youngsters, particu- rly, should not try to go a full nine in- 1ings more often than that unless they vo reached their full growth. Too much exertion of the throwing arm be- fore a boy is fully developed will prove costly in later years youngste by being work By no means overexert your arm. will T really have the stuff in you. Don't sacr fice a bright future for the sake of show- ing the other youngsters that you are an “iron man.” You have just so many fast balls in your arm. Every one wasted is ust one less you have for an emergenc; But to return to the preliminary tral ng work. A pitcher must be sure that his legs are in fine condition. Next to his arm the great in is put on hie underpinning. I would recommend long jogs and walks for the young pitcher. These strengthen his legs and improve his wind. There are few better ways of building up endurance powers than by such hikes. There is no need for the pitcher in training to put much time in practicing fast starts. The main task is to develop staying qualities. Bending exercises can also be highly recommended. A pitcher should never let fat accumulate ‘around his waist line. He should keep himself trim about the stomach. - Otherwise he oan’t pivot smoothly. Too much fat around the walst makes for a jerky delivery. That costs speed and control. When a pitcher begins to put on fat his days as a steady winner are numbered has been ruined as a pitcher too enthusiastic in doing his You Help in Two Ways. Simple bending exercises not only keep the fat away, but they strengthen the stomach muscles. These must be well eveloped in a successful pitcher. In fact, practically every muscle in his body must be well developed. He calls upon them all when he has a hard game to pitch. And there are mighty few games of ball which are not hard on the pitcher, whoever he may be. The twirler with a proper, smooth delivery is using arm, back, stomsch and leg muscles. He can't get the best -results unless they are all prop- erly developed. They must work in harmony or the pitcher will be in- effective sooner or later. That is why T put so much stress on pre- liminary training. A pitcher should work himself into general good con- dition before he even takes a base ball in his hand. As a general rule, the pitcher whose arm falls him after four or five innings, who weakens consist- ently - before going the full nine- inning route, has neglected to keep his body in good condition. Often- times there ism't u thing the matter As was to be expected on the initial effort of the champions sereeching line drives were not as conspicuous as may be looked for at a The end of the week should see Tom “bearing ball | He must so deve | year without paying for it. | Johnson Many a promising | ve plenty of chance to pitch if you | st batting practice of the season was ampa Field this morning, the pitchers since February 19 serving ‘em up for while none of these pitchers essayed ting gloves of Bennic Tate and Reds he star left-hander of the Nationals his career at this stage of training. uation of the care he shows in his s repertoire at an early date. fith over his salary differences, lobbed the ball in an easy manner, and also BELIEVE IT OR NOT. e A S Tort Cannion and. ALex HATRoN, « PLAYED GOLF For ; 26 MRy 25 MW, Tampa / P took all the other stunts in the same style. Mogridge's build is not con- | ducive to his acquiring any su- | perfluous flesh, and he, too, should | find little difficulty in getting into <hape. The serious manner in which “Sp; Plug” Matthews started his condi tioning grind bears out his expressed determination to stick with the cham- pions. Every toss of the ball, how- ever easy, seemed to have been given thought before it left his hand. The popular outfielder does not intend that anything of his own making shall interfere with his attaining the de- gree of advancement which may earn for him a regular berth with the clan of Griffith. Pitcher Brillheart was once again back in uniform. The young southpaw showed no apparent ill effects of the lay-off he has been forced to take, and voices the opinion that he is ready for a continuation of Spring training. McNeely Gets in Line. Earl McNeely, another of the de- linquents, who was induced by Clark iffith to affix his signature to a con- tract, looks to be in shape. He ex- hibited to the rookies with quite a bit of pride the bat with which he made | that quarter-million-dollar base hit in the world series. Earl perspired more | freely, perhaps, than any of the players in his workout, a condition which al- ways is pleasing to an athlete in train- ing. Nemo Licbold got into camp before supper vesterday. completing, with the | exception of Rhinehart, the squad ordered to report here Monday The Hot Springs squad arrived in { Tampa late this morning in good | shape after an uneventful trip. All hands are now accounted for, except Gregg, who is expected at any hour, and Rhinehart. President Griffith faced a busy time with the arrival of the veteran con- tingent. He has the job of actually signing Johnson, Ruether and Ogden, and it is reported that even Peck is not in the fold, although all are sup- posed to have accepted terms. E@ Eynon, secretary of the club, also arrived today, but came only to disouss matters with Griffith, and will remain for only & dav or two. ns, coolness and courage and decide g to do is to start training. By this ork of building up the body. Much o perfect curves and acquire speed. s much more of a grind than that of lop his body that he can stand the re pitches a full or extra inning game. catcher, an infielder or an outfielder. n fine condition, but no one is called nded of a twirler. It is the difference ong-distance race. with his arm. It is a case of where some of his other muscles fail him and his arm gives out in sympathy. Body and arm must work togethe It any other part of the body weak, 5o is the arm. Should Keep Fit. Youngsters taking pitching serious- 1y should keep in good physical con- ditlon in and out of season. You can't neglect your body part of the Walter is a fine example of a pitcher who knows how to take care of himself physically. He is a great out-of-doors man, and in the off | season tramps a good many miles a a Such care is one of the chief reasons for his success on the mound. The young pitcher should get as much fresh air as possible. When he is in good shape he can try out his speed and curves. He'll soon find himself able to stand the strain of a full game. Let the training work start with light tasks. These can be gradually increased until the goal is reached. Once you get in proper condition it is easy to stay there. Above all things, beware of getting too fat. A little goes a long way with a ball player. | (Tomorrow—What a Pitcher Needs.) i | (Copyright, 1925, by Current News Features.) . [MILTON SET RECORD | | IN TAKING AUTO RACE| { | LOS ANGELES, March 3.—When Tommy Milton won the 250-mile auto- mobile race at Culver City Sunday he | also broke the previous world record for the distance, it has been an- nounced by race officials after check- ing data on the contest. Milton's new record of 1 hour 58 minutes 13 seconds still requires the approval of the American Automobile Association contest board. The time originally announced at the close of the race stood the test of the various rechecks and s 5.6 seconds faster than the record of 1:58:18.6 hung up by Bennett Hill at the Culver City race last December. Hill's average speed in the Decem- ber race, it was pointed out, was er- roneously given out as 126.9 miles an hour. In reality, it was 126.785 miles an hour, which is a small fraction of a mile_slower than Milton'’s average speed Sunday of 126.88 miles an hour. L e DT Fair sex duckpinners of the Wash- ington Y. W. C. A. have scheduled the Baltimore “Y” bowlers for a match on the King Pin Alleys tonight at § o'cloc] TROUSERS SHERMAN g3 rs.old- | WALKED 644 mMiLes {3 N 3\ DAYS. » Qeorgia To Richmond ,V&~ IF BUSH’S LUCK KEEPS UP BROWNS WILL TAKE FLAG ST. LOUIS, March 3.—Joe Bush P\lck to any club he pitches fo shifting from one pennant winner to hunch based on past experience. League club that was not a pennant v Coming_into the league originally with the Philadelphia Athletics, in his first year he helped pitch the club into a pennant and a world’s championship in 1913. He helped fhe A's repeat in 1914. Then the Athletics dropped out of the championship class, and later Bush was traded to the Boston Red So His very first year, ber of the Boston club saw it take the championship. Later Bush went to the New York Yankees. He helped pitch the Yankees to a penmant in 1922. They repeated in 1923, and 1918, as a mem- dropped out of the lead in 1924 Fans are wondering whethe tory will repeat in Bush's shift his- | fourth CHICAGO, March 3.—Edward Trow- bridge Collins of Lansdowne, Pa., has assumed active charge of the pre- liminary workouts of 19 Chicago White Sox men at Shreveport, La. Catcher_George Bischoff, Shortstop Johnny Butler and Pitcher Milton Steengraffe, ordered to report, failed to appear for the first workout yes- terday, but were reported en route. John Tieronny, Tolma, IlL; Clyde Rentfrow, Casper, Wyo., and Frank Wojack, Connecticut, tried out by the White Sox on the trip to Furope last Fall, appeared as candidates for shortstop. The Chicago National camp at Cata- lina Jsland, Calif, already has de- veloped a casualty. Arnold Statz's right thumb has a big blister, a re- sult, however, of golf and not dia- mond work. Practice of the 87 Cubs and three former Pirates, comprising Manager Bill Killefer's crew, has indicated that Barney Friberg. vouthful third- sacker, seems to have recovered from the broken ankle received last year. BOSTON, March 3.—Both Boston major league teams, the Braves at St.” Petersburg and the Red Sox at New Orleans, put in a day of stren- | uous practice yesterday, according to the advices received here. BEwell Gross of San Antonlo, one of the Red Sox new inficlders, showed especial- Iy strong, handling the ball with ease. George Hartsgrove wrenched his knee during the Braves’ morning setto was forced to rest during the afternoon session. The second Braves contingent leaves Boston to- night and by Thursday the squad will be essembled on the Florida fleld. Stuffy Mclnnis, first baseman, was said to be still holding out on his contract. CLEVELAND, Ohio, March 3. Rain yesterday made practice by the Cleveland Indians’ rookie pitchers fm- possible, so the players sojourned to the golf links for 18 holes’ play, ad- vices from the Lakeland Spring training camp today state, Manager Speaker declared the first week's training will be devoted prin- cipally to fielding bunts and running, with little throwing of the ball until next week. With such plans, Speaker ap- parently has abolished his system of former yvears of rushing a few pitch- ers into shape for exhibition games. Luke Sewell arrived yesterday, leaving Luther Roy the only absentee. NEW YORK, March 3.—Brooklyn, last af the Greater New. York base ball clubs to reach the Florida train- ROWBOAT MOTORS —Go forward, backward or idle, just like an automobite. 2 . THE CAILLE FIVE-SPEED TWIN Light Welght No Vibration ‘motor your expoctations e $145.00 Cuille motors now sold on monthly pay- To Match Your Odd Coats EISEMAN’S, 7th & F, ment plan. We also e.rv‘ in stock the celebrated Liberty Drive Siugle and the Liverty butee, Lishe eigh Tawin. JOH ODENWALD Fr. 6903 1200 H N.W. ankees to the St. Louis Brow He never has been with an American | other . —By RIPLEY. ot 2 f R e——u Suies ReydiER of Harsedles WHISTLED CONTINUOUSLY ToR 10 HOURS and 1 MiNUTE July 12,1923, Pacis: PUT UP A 4 POUND DUMB-BELL 10,000 TiMES (N 1 HR., 6% Mint. Ballycaslie — San 5, (905 , transferred from the New York ns, has reason to believe he brings r. His remark that “it just means | another,” may denote his faith in a | winner. ing campe, put its regulars into ac- tion in the first practice at Clear- water vesterday, the infleld compris- irg Dick Loftus at first, Cotton Tier- ney at second, Jimmy Johnston in the | short fleld and Milt Stock at third.| Dazzy Vance, reported to have signed a three-year contract for $50.000, ap- | peared in uniform. Meanwhile, the Giants, at Sarasota, | looked for signs of strife, but failed| to find them. The McGraw ultimatum regarding the obtaining of Capt. Frank Frisch's signature failed to function, and Fravk was given an- 24 hours in which to make a decision or pay his own expenses | hereafter. McGraw donned a uniform | and delved into strenuous training, with Art Nehf tossing them up to him, and meanwhile greeted at least half a dozen prospects not on the official roll. Perhaps never before have so many paid their own railroad fares in| order to recelve tryouts in the South. Among the unexpected ones was “Pip” Koehler, former Penn State star, who commanded the attention of ma- jor league coaches, but refused to take up base ball on graduation. Now he seems to have changed his mind. | Al Stoner, Georgia pitcher, who ap- peared In camp last year and left the next day, saying that everything| would be explained, will arrive Wed- nesday and may offer the long-overdue explanation. | Babe Ruth, after the wind at the new Yankee Spring home in St. Petersburg, missed two high ones that Walter Beall threw, crashed a line drive into center and then lifted a long fly, which Southpaw Altdn P. Blodgett captured while sit- ting in the moist dirt of the right- fleld foul line. Earl Combs, who suf- fered a broken leg in the early part of the 1924 season, appeared to have regained his former condition and Dushed the ball to all corners, to Manager Hugging' unconcealed joy. Bob Shawkey flelded a few bunts with his mustache—at least he still wore the facial adornment. PITTSBURGH, March 3.— While Pittsburghers shivered today under the sting of wintry blast members of the Pirates were limbering up un- der sunny California skies for the opening of the National League base ball season. Under the tutelage of Manager Bill McKechnie the Buccaneers received the first of their 17-day training. The team arrived at Paso Robles, the muttering about NEW PRO GOLF BODY FOR SECTION IS SURE| More than a score golf profession- als from clubs about Washington and in Maryland and Virginia met terday at the Columbia Country Club and organized a professional as: tion to supersede the District P. G. A and to represent the paid players here and in the States immedlately surrounding the District. The meeting voted to appoint a committee consisting of the presi- dents of the Maryland and District professional golfers' associations, to- gether with Wilfred Thompson of the Hermitage Club of Richmond, to meet with the president of the Phila- delphia Professional Golfers’ Assoc tion and arrange for a permanent or- ganization and for the election of officers. In connection with the meeting the pros staged an informal best ball sweepstakes tournament, Ralph Beach of Burning Tree and William Dunt of Sherwood Forest winning with a score of 76. Charles Betschler of the Maryland Country Club and Dan Horgan of the Racquet Club took second place with | 79, The professionals had a dinner at Columbia after the golf of the after- noon and discussed details of the or- ganization, which will probably be named the Middle Atlantic Profes- sional Golfers' Association. TAKES LEAD AT HOCKEY. ST. PAUL, Minn, March 3.—In one of the most brilliant games of the season here Eveleth took the lead in the Western group of the United States Amateur Hockey League by downing St. Paul, 3 to 1, last night. CLEVELAND, Ohio, March 3.— Cleveland defeated Duluth, 1 to 0, last night in a United States Ama- teur Hockey League game. an uneventful transcontinental trip, accordlng to advices recelved here. “Two periods of training each day, in- terspersed with lectures on base ball science and conduct on the field and the road, constitute the mapped out by McKechnie. ST. LOUIS, Mo., March 3.—A heavy blow fell upon the St. Louis Cardinals last night in camp at Stockton, Calif., when it was discovered that Ray Blades, fielder, is in bad shape owing to the reappearance of an old ailment in_his right arm—his throwing arm. Manager Branch Rickey announced he probably will send Blades to a specialist in San Francisco within the next few days If the ailment becomes no better. The manager had announced that Blades was likely to be the regular left fielder this season and that he Spring training ground, Sunday, after the laundry, the VanHeusen-woven in one piece—returns as crisp and smart as on the day you bought it. 12 STYLES—50 CENTS had been showing up well . the Worlds Smartest COLLAR PHILLIPS-JONEs () NEW YORK. SCHAEFER FAVORITE T0 WIN CUE CROWN CHICAGO, March 3.—Young Jake Schaefer, who in 1921 tore the 18.2 balk line billiards crown from the brow of the veteran Willie Hoppe, has the best chance of the six com- petitors, including Hoppe, to take the title in the international tournament here. The veteran Hoppe, champion, ex- cept in 1921, for 17 years, relaxed his grasp on his honors last night, when he was beaten by Edouard Horemans the Belglan champion, 400 to 36, in seven innings. It was his second de- eat, having also succumbed to Erich Hagenlacher, tied with Horemans for second place in the standings. The Belgian led Hoppe throughout, the champion never having the balls under control until the sixth inning, when he ran 21, his high for the eve ning. Horemans opened with a 61, added 121 in ths fourth, made 6 in intervening innings and went out with a high of 212 Schaefer advanced his title claim in the earlier contest by making Kame- kichi Suzuki, the Japanese, the vie- tim of his fourth victory, 400 to 175, in 14 innings. Young Jake and Hoppe meet to- night. It Schaefer wins, the title is his. If he loses he will be tied for the title with the winner of the Hore- mans-Hagenlacher match of the after- noon. The standings: Won. Lost. Gd.Avg + 3 Hoppe Cochran Suzuki MAY GET ATTENTION By the Associated Press. NEW YORK, March 3.—Challenges hurled at the heavyweight champion, Jack Dempsey, by Tommy Gibbons and Harry Wills may come before the New York State Athletic Commission for consideration at its semi-weekly meeting today So far these defies have failed of either acceptance or rejection, but with the reappointment of George E. Brower as chairman, the commission may be expected to take definite steps toward bringing about a decision in the heavyweight ranks. One of the principal items on the commission’s slate is the drawing of opponents for the second round of the lightweight tournament that is to produce a successor to Benny Leon- ard. Tommy O'Brien of Milwaukee, who injured his right hand in a bout with George (K. O.) Chaney of Balti- more, is very likely to draw a bye this time, in order that the wound may have time to mend. Those who survived the first round of the American end of the tourna- ment were: Jimmy Goodrich, Buf- falo; Tommy O'Brien, Milwauke Clyde Jeakle, Toledo; Charley 0'Con nell, Cleveland: Benny Valgar, New York; SoHy Seeman, Brooklyn; Basil Galiano, New Orleans, and Joe Benfa- min, California. Eddie (Kid) Wagner of Philadelphia, reported to have been reinstated last week after losing a decision, evidently is out again, but a definite announcement is expected to- ay. program | = BEST AUSSIE NETMEN ON DAVIS CUP TEAM Br the Associated Press. LONDON, March 3.—Announcement of the make-up of the Australlan Davis cup lawn tennis team has been made here. The team will consist of James O. Anderson, captain; Gerald L. Patter- son, and J. B. Hawkes. The team will sail for America June 4 | | NEW YORK, March | tion of Gerald | Anderson 3.—The selec- Patterson, James O. nd John B. Hawkes to carry Australia’s colors in the 1925 Davis cup contest indicates, in the | view of observers here, that the An- | tipodeans plan a supreme bid to 1ift the historic trophy, which has been in America's possession for the past five years. Patterson and Anderson rank close to the top in the group of the world's leading singles stars. They have not been together on the Australian team since 1922, and if both are at their best, the United States will face the most formidable challenge it has had since bringing the cup back from Australia in 1920, In 1922 Anderson was ill and far below his best form, but in 1923 he sprang a sensation by conquering Willlam Johnston in the first singles match of the challenge round. The next day he and Hawkes, who form an exceptional doubles combination, forced Tilden and Williams, Amer- ica’s pair, to a record five-set match before losing. The effects of that sruelling contest told on Anderson, however, and he was an easy victim for Tilden in the final and deciding day’'s play. Last season Patterson was beaten in the challenge round singles by both Tilden and Vincent Richards, but he is always rated as a danger- ous opponent. O'Hara Wood shared with Patterson the brunt of Aus- tralia’s pl. in 1924, Like Hawkes, | his forte is in doubles competition. Patterson, Anderson and Hawkes would be favored to dominate the preliminary field and reach the chal- lenge round, with France's crop of | rising young stars likely to prove the strongest opposition, Shmlom WILKES-BARRE, Pa. March 3. Jimmy Slattery of Buffalo knocked out Mike Burke of New York City last night, in the second round. Equipped for Full Service Our auto filling station is complete in every detail. Ample filing pumps and space, a full force of men, free air and water, and free crank case service. We supply everything to make vour car cover the miles quickly and smoothly. ~Why not make ours you regular dlling station for gas, oil, wa- ter, air and_ grease? Specializing in thorough lubrication. Sheridan Garage, Inc. A. A. A. Bervice Station 2516 Q Street N.W. (Q Strest Bridge) Telephome West 2442 | Coril Walkes | ' NIEHAUS, FIRST BASEMAN, MAY BE KEY TO SUCCESS Player Obtained From Chattanooga Has Earmark of Real Performer—Appears to Be Hitter. Aldridge Is Not Yet Signed. BY JOHN P arrived from San Franci: way from the station to the ballgron Nichaus, a first-sacker, obtained B. FOSTER. ASO ROBLES, Calif., March 3.—It was past the noon hour—corsid- erably past, in fact—when Niehaus of the Pittsburgh Pirates walked to the plate to take a long swing at the ball. The train had ju co and the trail of the pilgrims had taken i ind. from Chattanooga, as he stood wait- ing his turn, made one think not a little of Bill Ryan, the pitcher for the Giants, who is the only pitcher who has batted a home run in a world series. He carries a_well si well curved neck as Bill carries aped head on top of a very fine torso and a And he looks up at you with the same graciously surprised air that Bill uses when he is spoken to. swept across Bill's face like molas: that home run in the world series GILLTO FIGHT BAUM AT BARRACKS’ SHOW Johnny Gill, a Pennsylvania slug- ger, will try conclusions with Charlie Baum for 12 rounds next Monday night at the Washington barracks During the past six months Gill has met and held Mickey Walker, world middleweight champion, and fought Paul Berlenbach for 12 rounds, breaking Berlenbach's win- ning streak of 12 straight knockouts. On five occasions the visiting mid- dleweight has fought Jack Britton, former welterwelght champion of the world. Four 6-round bouts will the barracks program. ARMOUR GOLF VICTOR, complete WITH MW’LEOD SECOND| ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., March 3.— Tommy Armour, Miami, former ama- teur golf champion of Scotland, won the West Coast open golf tournament here vesterday, with a score of 289 for 72 holes, played over the Pasadena Golf and Country Club course. Fred McLeod, of Washington, who with Harry Hampton led the field at the close of the first day’s play last Friday, finished second, with 293, and Joe Kirkwood, professional at the Pasadena Club, third, with 294. Walter Hagen, British open cham- pion, shot a brilliant round of 70 for a 299, finishing in seventh place, while Bobby Jones, national amateur champion, played ragged golf, spotted with sevens and eights, and down the list, with”308. Scores of the prize winners Tommy Armour, Miami..... 74 F. McLeod, Temple Terrace. 73 1 Joe Kirkwood, Pasadena... 74 Jim Barnes. Temple Terrace. 74 George Dunican, 5 Harry Hampton, Walter Willle Kline. Bill_Mehlhorn, Miami. H. Cuici, Westchester Joe Tun: Johnay Farrell, Tampa D4 Scores of prominent players who failed to finish in the prize list were Bobby Cruickshank, Tampa, 307; Bob. by Jones, Atlanta, 308: Jack Forrest- er, Deal, N. J., 309; John Golden, Pat- erson, 309; Larry Nabholtz, Cleveland, 312; Al Espinosa, Chicago, 312; Frank Thompson, Toronto, 333. Among those who withdrew were: Eddie Loos, Leo Diegel, Gene Sarazen. JOB FOR ROBERTSON. By the Associated Press, Release by the St. Louis Browns of Third Baseman Sylvester Simon, prior to the club's departure for the training camp, has indicated that Eu- gene Roberthon definitely has won his spurs at the Browns’ regular third sacker. His only rival is Har- ry Rice, listed as a * * player. was well | : | htm to Pittsburgh, The same air of gracious surprise that ses over a flapjack when he batted He has nice stand at the plate—Niehaus, not Bill. He nefther sprawls nor crouches as if he weve ng to sight a penny in the slot picture through the slit. The ball came his way and he cut at it quickly and sharply, and it traveled out to- ward right field on a line and with | speed. Sixteen pairs of eves, more or | less, pecked out of 32 corners to see | a very whether some one else had seén that hit, and as quickly peeked back, all fearing that everybody else was doing just what everybody else was doing Some grinned and others b a Bats Right Handed. Nichaus bats right-handed and he does not bat as if he were fanning chaff out of wheat, but he cuts Into the ball with a pretty slash that gives the impression that he has been following it all the way up and knows why he swung at it. Batters of that type make good base ball and, if he can hit and hold that position at the bat, he will this Pittsburgh team If he does Barney Dreyfuss will shrug his shoulders and remark, “Well, you gotta take your chances in base ball like everything else, only you gotta take all of the time And Sam Dreyfuss, who is here and who has already trained himself down to one size less in stockings and one in his pair of sneaks, will | tell everybody that the dope was wrong again. No one is enough to say swallow who will burgh Summer after seeing him bat [just once, but there been op- portunity in other seasons to see |him bat and he did it well. And so, |if he has not lost the fine art, he | should be doing it again Sam Strang, the old Glant, says he can hit. You can’t get away from the fact that a lot of the destiny of the Pittsburgh club for 1925 is mixed up with the first letter N, in Niehaus, and the last letter S. Give these Pi- rates a first baseman and they will get somewhere, although they are clamoring for pitchers, like all the | rest | make u to be foolish Nichaus is the malke the Pitts- has % | Aldridge Holding Out. Aldridge, the Chicago | was tnvolved in the {Cubs. has not signed | contract. The Cubs, pitcher, who ade with the Pittsburgh having traded say now that he is That often hap- one club lets a |a hard man to sig |pens in base ball, |player go, and the club that gets {him finds the player will not play | for les sthan $7,000, althouhg he h itherto been glad to get $4,000. Then | the club which gets this player meets the other fellow, who traded him,and |paid him $4,000, and the other fellow “Yes. we a {him at $4.000 {wi the last |feel like going bank and buy a new diamond r | Probably Aldridge will sign. Usually |they do, but he will wheedle a few gallons of gasoline out of the Pitts- burgh club before he does. ways had trouble with That makes the man party of acceptance right down to the his daughter Amelia WIT H ED.PINAUD' HAIR TONIC (The original French Eau De Quinine) ED. PINAUD BLDG. NEW YORK