The Archive · 1937

GRIP TIGHTENS

Cubs Felled in Big Hitting Encounter, 8-7 — THE

New York. Sept. 23.

The prospects of another "nickel World Series" brightened to-day as a result of the New York Giants again scoring a victory over the Chicago Cubs, 8 to 7, this week.

The Giants, who are headed for the pennant of the National League, waged-a slugging duel with the Bruins, outhitting them, 17 to 12, in errorless game.

Completing a batting spree in the sixth with four runs, the Terrymen chased Curt Davis to thg showers. The Cubs tallied a run if the ninth but to no avail. Joe Moore led the attack of the Giants ' scoring two doubles and three'singles in six trips to the plate. Although Hal Schumas cher started twirling for the Giants, Carl Hubbell was credited with the victory. E

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