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February 15, 1916
Daily Kennebec Journal
Augusta, Kennebec County, Maine
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James H. O'Rourke denounces the merger of New England and Eastern Leagues as unjust, ignoring laws, and vows to appeal via baseball authorities or courts. (Bridgeport, Conn., Feb. 14)
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COVERS TRACKS OF MERGER MEN SAYS O'ROURKE
Bridgeport, Conn., Feb. 14.--James H. O'Rourke, president of the Eastern Baseball Association made the following statement tonight concerning the decision to merge the New England and Eastern Leagues:
"I expected it. The report from Auburn merely covers the tracks of the merger men. The ruling ignores the principles of law which are entirely in our favor; it ignores the laws and constitution of organized baseball and is based on mere statements. There is no justification for the decision. I shall consult with the directors of the Eastern Association. We have the choice of an appeal to the National Board, the National Commission, and to the law courts. It is up to the directors of the Eastern Association."
Bridgeport, Conn., Feb. 14.--James H. O'Rourke, president of the Eastern Baseball Association made the following statement tonight concerning the decision to merge the New England and Eastern Leagues:
"I expected it. The report from Auburn merely covers the tracks of the merger men. The ruling ignores the principles of law which are entirely in our favor; it ignores the laws and constitution of organized baseball and is based on mere statements. There is no justification for the decision. I shall consult with the directors of the Eastern Association. We have the choice of an appeal to the National Board, the National Commission, and to the law courts. It is up to the directors of the Eastern Association."
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Justice
Deception
What keywords are associated?
Baseball Merger
Eastern League
League Decision
O'rourke Statement
What entities or persons were involved?
James H. O'rourke
Where did it happen?
Bridgeport, Conn.
Story Details
Key Persons
James H. O'rourke
Location
Bridgeport, Conn.
Event Date
Feb. 14
Story Details
James H. O'Rourke, president of the Eastern Baseball Association, criticizes the decision to merge the New England and Eastern Leagues, claiming it ignores legal principles and baseball laws, and plans to consult directors on appeals to the National Board, National Commission, or courts.