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Pittsburgh and Boston Collapse Under Hot Sun


NEW YORK, NY. August 1, 1914 -

Federal League
		W	L	GB	G	Last Month
Chicago		66	42		108	2nd
Newark		60	48	6	108	4th
Buffalo		57	49	8	106	5th
Pittsburgh		57	49	8	106	1st
St. Louis		58	51	8 1/2	109	6th
Kansas City		55	51	10	106	3rd
Brooklyn		43	64	22 1/2	107	7th
Baltimore		32	74	33	106	8th
United League
		W	L	GB	G	Last Month
Chicago		68	36		104	2nd
Detroit		60	43	7 1/2	103	3rd
Washington		57	46	10 1/2	103	4th
Boston		57	49	12	106	1st
Philadelphia		47	59	22	106	5th
Cleveland		46	60	23	106	6th
New York		43	62	25 1/2	105	7th
St. Paul		40	63	27 1/2	103	8th
League Leaders
Batting Average		D. Coffelt		0.354	New York
On-Base Percentage		L. Bostick		0.479	Chicago (FL)
Doubles		J. Lutes		25	Newark
Home Runs		C. House		8	New York
Runs Batted In		D. Paddock		80	Buffalo
Stolen Bases		H. Marino		59	Buffalo
Earned Run Average		R. Sullivan		1.39	Buffalo
Wins		D. Shipman		20	Chicago (UL)
Strikeouts		J. Kasper		144	Chicago (FL)
Shutouts		N. Ray		5	Kansas City
Opponents Average		T. Hathorn		0.206	Buffalo

What a July it has been. Pittsburgh and Boston, the two clubs who were on top of the world in the first half of the season have fallen all the way to 4th place in their respective leagues.

The two Chicago clubs, the Whales and the Orphans, have taken first place and are now in control heading into the final third of the campaign.

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Baltimore Manager Gets the Pink Slip; Montoya Let Go


BALTIMORE, MD. August 1, 1914 - Having reportedly lost the team weeks ago, it was no shock when Baltimore club called a press conference today to announce the firing of manager Alfonso Montoya. Commenting on his firing, the always candid and honest Montoya said, "I was brought in here to win and just didn't get it done. I have no one but myself to blame".

Jonathan Webster, 45, has been hired for the job.

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Stiles's Hit Streak Soars to 30 Games


CHICAGO, IL. August 2, 1914 - The Chicago Orphans stopped the New York Gothams today 5-3 and Gilbert Stiles was able to hit safely again. The Chicago shortstop got 2 hits and ran his consecutive-game hitting streak to 30.

Stiles was excited after the victory and told the press, "I want to get a hit every time up. I want to get a hit every game I play. I want to win every game for the greatest fans in the world, Orphans fans!"

Gilbert Stiles hit an RBI double in the 1st, singled in the 3rd, struck out in the 4th and flied out in the 7th.

For the year Stiles is batting .337.

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St. Paul Stops Stiles's Hit Streak


CHICAGO, IL. August 5, 1914 - All good things must come to an end -- and so it was today for Gilbert Stiles as he saw his 32-game hitting streak end. He went hitless in 2 at-bats at the hands of the Saints. It wasn't all bad for the 27-year-old shortstop and the Chicago Orphans, as they defeated St. Paul 3-0 at Landgraf Park to extend their lead in the United League to 9 and 1/2 games.

When asked about his hitting streak, a smiling Stiles laughed and said, "I guess my luck ran out today."

This season Stiles is batting .335 with no home runs. His totals include 54 RBIs and 57 runs scored.

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James Twirls No-Hitter Against St. Paul


BOSTON, MA. August 14, 1914 - The Boston Americans and their fans had a lot to celebrate today as 25-year-old hurler Dan James no-hit the St. Paul Saints 3-0 at American Grounds.

"He mixed his pitches well, hit his spots...and got some help from above," said his pitching coach. "Dan really took it to another level today."

On his record-setting day James had 4 strikeouts and 2 walks.

His manager added, "I don't remember a better pitched game. And how about our defense, too. We played some good 'D' today."

James, a Florida native, has been with Boston since the inaugural 1912 season. He's progressively gotten better, going from a 4.60 ERA in 1912 to a solid 2.92 ERA, and of course a no-hitter, so far this season. But he's still a player that's gotten panned by the Boston press for being lazy. "James will show up to practice on time, but will often look like he's not even trying as he and the rest of the team do calisthenics," said a reporter who covers the team.

Whether those reports are true or not, James officially has a place in the UBA record book.

This year James has compiled a 10-12 record with a 2.92 ERA.

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Monk Stops Brooklyn Cold


BUFFALO, NY. August 17, 1914 - Mickey Monk was in charge the whole game in the Blues victory over the Tip-Tops today. In a superb performance he blanked Brooklyn 10-0, yielding 1 hit while registering 7 strikeouts and 3 walks.

In 30 starts this season Monk has compiled a 8-18 record and a 3.88 ERA.

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Pittsburgh Hopeless Against Castleman


BALTIMORE, MD. August 24, 1914 - The strong arm of Alex Castleman dealt a lot of misery to the Rebels. He tossed a complete-game shutout to spark the Baltimore Terrapins to a 8-0 win. In today's contest at Exposition Park, Castleman limited Pittsburgh to 1 hit and had 2 strikeouts and 3 walks.

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Kansas City Pitcher Nick Ray Hurt


KANSAS CITY, MO. August 25, 1914 - The Kansas City Packers were dealt a severe blow when Nick Ray was hurt throwing a pitch recently in a game against the Brooklyn Tip-Tops. After the game, the team doctor reported Ray might have to spend a lengthy time on the disabled list. Today doctors confirmed it, ruling the 23-year-old starting pitcher out for the rest of the season with a torn tendon in his elbow. They indicated it would take Ray at least 13-14 months to heal, meaning he will miss the rest of this season and likely all of next season.

Ray, jut 23, has had the misfortune of being on a rather poor team, but he has been the club's best pitcher in the three years of the UBA. In his career, he has a 2.26 ERA but a record of 49-53. Ray really took a step in his second season. In 1912, Ray finished with an ERA of 3.60 an 42 strikeouts in 37 games starterd. But in 1913, he started 43 games and finished with 2.73 ERA and a whopping 166 strikeouts.

The Packers and the entire league will miss having Ray's quality arm in the fold. We wish him a speedy recovery and can't wait to see him back on the field.

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Ed Gale Impresses in First Month


BROOKLYN, NY. August 30, 1914 - Ed Gale is used to tough challenges. Born in Boston, Gale played amateur baseball throughout his teens, even playing with his father on the Charlestown Shipwrights, a team formed by employees of Daly & Moore.

Wanting to pursue an education, he attended Louisiana State University, a small state college that has just 1,500 students. But it wasn't easy for Gale. Studying to be a civil engineer, Gale dealt with racism throughout his four years. But he didn't let it deter him. He graduated with honors.

However, Gale's passion was baseball. He registered for the United Baseball Association's 1914 Amateur Baseball Draft and was selected with the first pick by the Brooklyn Tip-Tops.

On the 4th of August. Ed Gale made his debut, pitching a complete game while giving up just 4 hits and 2 earned runs. On the 21st, he pitched a complete game while giving up just 1 hit. Over the last month, the 23-year-old is 3-2 with a 1.82 ERA.

Meanwhile, 1913's top pick, shortstop Roman Edison, is having a tough time adjust to the professional game. The Terriers youngster made his debut this season, and in 36 games he's hit just .254 with an on-base average of only .284.

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Chicago Dreams of Inter-City Series


NEW YORK, NY. September 1, 1914 -

Federal League
		W	L	GB	G	Last Month
Chicago		80	52	-	132	1st
Newark		75	59	6	134	2nd
Buffalo		72	60	8	132	3rd
Pittsburgh		69	63	11	132	4th
Kansas City		68	63	11 1/2	131	6th
St. Louis		68	65	12 1/2	133	5th
Brooklyn		56	76	24	132	7th
Baltimore		41	91	39	132	8th
United League
		W	L	GB	G
Chicago		84	36	-	120	1st
Detroit		76	43	7 1/2	119	2nd
Washington		71	46	11 1/2	117	3rd
Boston		71	49	13	120	4th
New York		60	59	23 1/2	119	6th
Philadelphia		60	60	24	120	5th
Cleveland		59	62	25 1/2	121	7th
St. Paul		48	63	31 1/2	111	8th
League Leaders
Batting Average		T. Foster		0.359	St. Paul
On-Base Percentage		L. Bostick		0.49	Chicago (FL)
Doubles		S. Cain		29	Detroit
Home Runs		C. House		11	New York
Runs Batted In		M. Baker		97	Chicago (FL)
Stolen Bases		B. Allen		76	Cleveland
Earned Run Average		R. Sullivan		1.37	Buffalo
Wins		D. Shipman		27	Chicago (UL)
Strikeouts		J. Wiley		185	Philadelphia
Shutouts		J. Jackson		5	Kansas City
Opponents Average		T. Hathorn		0.216	Buffalo

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Fant Has Hot Hand, Bangs 5 Hits


BUFFALO, NY. September 15, 1914 - Buffalo third baseman Bob Fant could do no wrong in yesterday's 13-12 win over the Tip-Tops as he collected 5 hits.

"In every one of his at-bats things were in his favor... he got hitter's counts," said Brooklyn skipper Gus Trause after the game.

Fant agreed. "The key is getting ahead. Once you get ahead, it makes it a lot easier because you get a better pitch to hit. You know the pitcher has to come in with it. And you're ready."

Bob Fan singled in the 1st, hit an RBI single in the 3rd, doubled in the 5th, hit an RBI single in the 6th and singled in the 8th.

So far this season Fant has put up a .333 batting average with 185 hits, 4 home runs and 103 RBIs. Brooklyn is 27 and 1/2 games out in the Federal League with a 61-83 record.

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Whales Headed Back to Series


CHICAGO, IL. September 17, 1914 - The Chicago Whales have won the Federal League pennant and are headed back to the Presidents Cup Series!

The club has a record of 90-56, and with eight games left to play they have a good chance of beating their 94 wins of last season.

Charles Weeghman's team has had a winning record every month and have always been in the top half of the standings, but it was just a month ago that they entered a month in first place. Pittsburgh, who dominated the first half of the season, have gone 24-41 after the All-Star contest and have fallen all the way to 6th place. Kansas City was also ahead of the Whales at one point, but are 29-34 in the second half, falling to 5th.

The Whales, after finishing the first half 47-35, have done even better after mid-summer, going 43-21 thus far. Now eight games above Newark, they have clinched the Federal League pennant and will have a shot to repeat in the series.

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Inter-City Series Official as Orphans Clinch


CHICAGO, IL. September 25, 1914 - With a 8-1 victory over the 2nd place Detroit Wolverines, the Chicago Orphans have clinched the United League pennant and will face off against their cross-city rival Whales in the 1914 Presidents Cup Series.

Winners of the 1912 series, the Orphans are veterans of the Presidents Cup Series. They know the pressure that comes from fans and the media. But this time will be different. The UBA hasn't seen a Chicago-Chicago or a New York-New York match-up yet, and based on how excited the city has been for this since both teams took first place, it might be a completely different atmosphere than the players are used to.

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1914 Final Standings


NEW YORK, NY. September 27, 1914 -

Federal League
		W	L	GB	G	Last Month
Chicago		94	60		154	1st
Newark		86	68	8	154	2nd
Buffalo		84	69	9 1/2	153	3rd
St. Louis		80	74	14	154	6th
Pittsburgh		79	75	15	154	4th
Kansas City		76	77	17 1/2	153	5th
Brooklyn		64	90	30	154	7th
Baltimore		52	102	42	154	8th
United League
		W	L	GB	G	Last Month
Chicago		94	59		153	1st
Detroit		90	64	4 1/2	154	2nd
Washington		86	67	8	153	3rd
Boston		81	73	13 1/2	154	4th
New York		70	84	24 1/2	154	5th
Philadelphia		69	85	25 1/2	154	6th
Cleveland		66	88	28 1/2	154	7th
St. Paul		59	95	35 1/2	154	8th
League Leaders
Batting Average		T. Foster		0.353	St. Paul
On-Base Percentage		L. Bostick		0.476	Chicago (FL)
Doubles		J. Lutes		34	Newark
Home Runs		C. House		13	New York
Runs Batted In		M. Baker		116	Chicago (FL)
Stolen Bases		B. Allen		80	Cleveland
Earned Run Average		R. Sullivan		1.35	Buffalo
Wins		D. Shipman		32	Chicago (UL)
Strikeouts		J. Wiley		210	Philadelphia
Shutouts		J. Jackson		7	Kansas City
Opponents Average		O. Bolt		0.219	Detroi

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1914 Presidents Cup Series: Chicago Whales


CHICAGO, IL. September 27, 1914 - The Chicago Whales have had an interesting run to the 1914 Presidents Cup Series. While they certainly played well and can pat themselves on the back, they have to at least give the Pittsburgh Rebels a tip of the cap.

The Rebels, who were in first place on July 1st, proceeded to go 9-17 in the month of July and then finished 31-43 after the break. The Whales, on the other hand, improved as the season went on, going 47-25 after the break.

On offense, the Whales led the Federal League in batting average (.265), on-base average (.347), runs (700), walks (637), and has the fewest strikeouts (449). Spencer Cool, 36, was the general on offense with a .333 average and 84 RBI in 150 games. Larry Bostick was great as usual, hitting .324 with 68 RBI but getting on-base at a stunning .476 clip by walking 122 times.

On the mound, the staff's 2.32 ERA was the best in the Federal League. They had the fewest amount of walks and the most strikeouts, as well. The ace this year was undoubtedly 35-year-old Jim Kasper. The lefty went 23-11 with a stunning 1.66 ERA and a whopping 208 strikeouts. Of course, Eric Searle wasn't bad either, going 25-11 with a 2.37 ERA.

The Whales are looking to repeat, and if they do, they'll forever be known as the first UBA team to do so. Here is the lineup for the north-siders.

1. 3B Ralph Harrison (.279, 3 HR, 58 RBI, 80 SB)
2. SS Spencer Cool (.333, 30 2B, 84 RBI)
3. RF Lawrence Bostick (.324, 19 3B, 68 RBI, 17 SB)
4. 1B Erik Langlois (.264, 5 HR, 77 RBI)
5. LF Dustin Dickerson (.273, 2 HR, 72 RBI, 66 SB)
6. 2B Harry Kempf (.286, 73 RBI, 38 SB)
7. CF Jim Bertrand (.246, 41 RBI, 13 SB)
8. C Danny Eliason (.238, 77 RBI)

LHP Jim Kasper (23-11, 1.66 ERA, 208 K)
RHP Eric Searle (25-11, 2.37 ERA, 190 K)
RHP Tom Pooler (19-14, 2.50 ERA, 189 K)
LHP Bill Cumberbatch (18-10, 2.60 ERA, 128 K)

The Whales play their games at the north-side Weeghman Park. The park was renovated last off-season and now holds 40,000 people. It's a pitchers park, with deep power alley's but a short right field porch.

Left Line: 364 ft., 8 ft. wall
Left Field: 367 ft., 8 ft. wall
Left-Center: 499 ft., 8 ft. wall
Center: 420 ft., 4 ft. wall
Right-Center: 394 ft., 4 ft. wall
Right Field: 342 ft., 8 ft. wall
Right Line: 321 ft., 8 ft. wall

The Whales wear white tops and pants with black pinstripes adorning both. A black "C" with "FEDS" written in the middle adorns the left breast. Players wear blank black caps and black stockings.

The team is owned by 40-year-old Charles Weeghman, a restaurateur from Chicago. The club is managed by Arnie Simpson. The 53-year-old is in his second season with the Whales and has one Presidents Cup trophy.

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1914 Presidents Cup Series: Chicago Orphans


CHICAGO, IL. September 27, 1914 - The Orphans started off slow, going 12-12 in the month of April and finishing the month looking up at five teams in the standings. But May was rock solid, and the club went 20-9 and leaped into first place. A 14-10 June was good, but Boston's was better, and the club entered the hot summer back just 1/2 a game.

Chicago's United League representative then torched their competition under the scorching summer sun, finishing July with a 22-5 record and 7 and 1/2 games up. After taking over first place, the Orphans never looked back. Even though they struggled slightly in the final month, they still finished a solid 4 and 1/2 games over 2nd-place Detroit.

On offense, the Orphans led the United League in batting average (.277), on-base average (.367), runs (772), and walks (713). Will Eberle, the clubs third-baseman, missed 8 weeks due to a herniated disc in his neck, which wasn't a huge surprise. The 35-year-old cleanup hitter has had a bad history of injuries. Last season, he missed five months and played just 62 games. In his 107 games this season, the veteran hit .322 with a .449 on-base average and stole 37 bases.

On the mound, it was the Dave Shipman show. Last year Herbert Gardener of Boston won 28 games, and many thought that could be a long-lasting record. Shipman had something to say about that though, setting a new record for wins with 32. His 2.20 ERA is the highest in his UBA career, but his team picked him up every time out. The 29-year-old has much more devastating stuff in this 1914 campaign. Consider the fact that in 1912, he pitched 297 innings and stuck out just 54 batters. This year, the hurler pitched 376 innings and struck out 190 hitters.

The Orphans are looking to become the number one team in Chicago, and here's the lineup they'll use to do it.

1. CF Kirby Shafer (.298, 62 RBI, 60 SB)
2. RF Bob Henke (.288, 5 HR, 72 RBI, 17 SB)
3. 2B Gilbert Stiles (.327, 74 RBI, 35 SB)
4. 3B Will Eberle (.322, 60 RBI, 37 SB)
5. LF Chad Abernathy (.329, 4 HR, 80 RBI, 32 SB)
6. 1B Mack Baker (.265, 27 2B, 7 HR, 116 RBI)
7. C Eric Matney (.265, 60 RBI)
8. SS Don Carey

RHP Dave Shipman (32-8, 2.20 ERA, 190 K)
RHP Ernie Wright (19-15, 2.75 ERA, 107 K)
LHP Joe Vincent (13-15, 2.97 ERA, 125 K)
RHP Larry Cowell (15-15, 3.31 ERA, 110 K)

The Orphans play their games at O'Connor Park. The park holds 20,000 seats and has room along the field for extra spectators. It's a hitters park, with extremely short right and left-field lines. It's a haven for left-handed pull hitters.

Left Line: 286 ft., 13 ft. wall
Left Field: 339 ft., 13 ft. wall
Left-Center: 392 ft., 13 ft. wall
Center: 445 ft., 13 ft. wall
Right-Center: 384 ft., 13 ft. wall
Right Field: 322 ft., 13 ft. wall
Right Line: 261 ft., 13 ft. wall

The Orphans wear gray tops and pants. "Chicago" is written in red across the chest. Players wear blue caps with a red "C" and blue stockings.

The team is owned by 55-year-old Jack A. O'Connor, an automobile magnate from Chicago. The club is managed by Victor Estrada. The 34-year-old is in his third season with the Orphans and has one Presidents Cup trophy.

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Shipman Leads Chicago to Game 1 Victory


CHICAGO, IL. September 30, 1914 -

		1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10		R	H	E
Chi. Whales		0	0	0	0	0	2	0	0	0			2	5	2
Chi. Orphans		0	0	2	0	2	0	0	0	x			4	11	1

Over 19,970 people were in attendance to witness Dave Shipman continue his successful season. The 32-game winner pitched a complete game, giving up just 2 runs on 5 hits. Gilbert Stiles went 3-for-4 with a triple, RBI, and run scored.

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Victor Estrada Leaves Pitcher to Hit in 9th


CHICAGO, IL. October 1, 1914 -

		1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10		R	H	E
Chi. Whales		0	0	0	0	0	1	5	0	0			6	10	3
Chi. Orphans		0	2	0	0	0	0	2	1	0			5	12	3

The Orphans led early, but the Whales salvo of hits in the 7th inning put them up by four runs. The Orphans clawed their way back, and entered the bottom of the 9th down 6-5. An infield lead-off single looked promising, and then a walk and two sacrifice hits brought pitcher John Falkner to the plate with runners on 2nd and 3rd.

Surprisingly, Orphans manager Victor Estrada elected to keep him at the plate instead of pinch hitting. He hit a lazy fly ball to center-field to end the game, and the decision could lead to some questioning by the fans.