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metsgeek · 03-04-2006, 12:36 PM

BASEBALL TO RESUME PLAY AFTER NINE YEAR ABSENCE
Haemorrhagic Flu no longer affects adult population; Children still at risk

October 11, 1900

It has been nearly nine years since the first cases of the Haemorrhagic Flu appeared in Indonesia. By the end of 1891, the disease had spread to all corners of the globe, spreading death to every continent and widespread chaos not seen since the days of The Black Plague in the 14th century. By 1894, the worldwide death toll had reached approximately 240 million, or nearly 1/6 of the planet's population.

Africa was the hardest hit continent, with an estimated 1 death in 3. In the United States, the mortality rate was much lower, a "paltry" 1 in 20, yet many survivors remain weakened for the remainder of their lives, unable to exert more than a minimal physical effort. As is common knowledge, secondary symptoms of the disease include extreme fatigue and chronic swelling of all joints.

Doctors treat victims of the Haemorrhagic Flu in the final stages of the disease.

When the widespread breadth of the pandemic became apparent in early 1892, President Benjamin Harrison ordered the suspension of all "non-essential activities."

Baseball and all other organized sports were first on the list. Months later, President Harrison and 43 members of Congress were dead from the flu.

Although a cure has yet to be discovered, the disease appears to have stabilized. The only new victims in the past eight months have been newborns. 1 in 8 of all live births are infected within hours, expiring within the first week. No new adult cases have been reported however.

President Bryan calls for the return of baseball during a speech in Springfield, Massachusetts.

With this in mind, President William Jennings Bryan, on the campaign trail for his reelection, called for the reorganization of a new baseball league to "bring back the memories of this country before this painful period. Let us heal in the stadiums and on the fields of America's game."

Two months later, a group of 16 owners have come together to bring back our nation's pastime. The new American Baseball Association will consist of two leagues, each with 8 teams. In a surprising decision, they have all agreed to allow individuals from all races to participate. A dispersal draft will occur in January of next year and a 154 game season will officially begin in April. Each league champion will meet in a "World Series" to determine the overall victor.

Let us hope that, as President Bryan says, this marks the beginning of the recovery of our nation and the world.

03-04-2006, 12:36 PM	#1
metsgeek Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Norwood, MA Posts: 5,450	P L A G U E !!!!! BASEBALL TO RESUME PLAY AFTER NINE YEAR ABSENCE Haemorrhagic Flu no longer affects adult population; Children still at risk October 11, 1900 It has been nearly nine years since the first cases of the Haemorrhagic Flu appeared in Indonesia. By the end of 1891, the disease had spread to all corners of the globe, spreading death to every continent and widespread chaos not seen since the days of The Black Plague in the 14th century. By 1894, the worldwide death toll had reached approximately 240 million, or nearly 1/6 of the planet's population. Africa was the hardest hit continent, with an estimated 1 death in 3. In the United States, the mortality rate was much lower, a "paltry" 1 in 20, yet many survivors remain weakened for the remainder of their lives, unable to exert more than a minimal physical effort. As is common knowledge, secondary symptoms of the disease include extreme fatigue and chronic swelling of all joints. Doctors treat victims of the Haemorrhagic Flu in the final stages of the disease. When the widespread breadth of the pandemic became apparent in early 1892, President Benjamin Harrison ordered the suspension of all "non-essential activities." Baseball and all other organized sports were first on the list. Months later, President Harrison and 43 members of Congress were dead from the flu. Although a cure has yet to be discovered, the disease appears to have stabilized. The only new victims in the past eight months have been newborns. 1 in 8 of all live births are infected within hours, expiring within the first week. No new adult cases have been reported however. President Bryan calls for the return of baseball during a speech in Springfield, Massachusetts. With this in mind, President William Jennings Bryan, on the campaign trail for his reelection, called for the reorganization of a new baseball league to "bring back the memories of this country before this painful period. Let us heal in the stadiums and on the fields of America's game." Two months later, a group of 16 owners have come together to bring back our nation's pastime. The new American Baseball Association will consist of two leagues, each with 8 teams. In a surprising decision, they have all agreed to allow individuals from all races to participate. A dispersal draft will occur in January of next year and a 154 game season will officially begin in April. Each league champion will meet in a "World Series" to determine the overall victor. Let us hope that, as President Bryan says, this marks the beginning of the recovery of our nation and the world. __________________ Commissioner - PBRL - Just finished 2009 109 seasons and still running strong!!! Last edited by metsgeek; 10-19-2006 at 09:09 PM.