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Cont. However, the newly appointed commissioner of baseball, Judge Kenesaw Mountain Landis, would not definitely reinstate the players even if they were acquitted. The position of commissioner was created because of the 1919 World Series fix, so someone could control baseball without having a financial interest, as the owners do.

On October 22nd, 1920, the eight Black Sox and five gamblers were charged with nine counts of conspiracy against the state of Illinois. The defendants were set to go on trial February 1st, 1921. The grand jury had a hard time finding more evidence to begin a strong trial, and with minimal evidence the jury hoped to have a speedy trial that would acquit the players so they could play in the 1921 baseball season.

Cont. Due to the ongoing investigations, allegations had been formed that the upcoming 1920 World Series between the Cleveland Indians and the Brooklyn Dodgers was also fixed. The American public did not want the series to be played unless it was assured to be a clean series

The eight White Sox players who had alleged involvement in the 1919 World Series fix were finally suspended by Charles Comiskey towards the end of the 1920 regular season. The American public was devastated by the fact that this fix had finally been accepted as truth. Due to the fact that the public felt so back-stabbed by the players, the players became notoriously known as the Black Sox.

The confessions have finally came through, with Cicotte and Joe Jackson testifying in front of the grand jury in return for immunity from prosecution. The White Sox are heading nowhere good, and it is only a matter of time before the supposed participants of the fix will be suspended indefinitely in the heat of the season.

Cont. He said that he heard the series was fixed in 1919, and they should ask Eddie Cicotte about what he knew.

The 1920 baseball season has begun, and all rumors of the previous 1919 World Series fix were dissipated. Until, after some new allegations of throwing games in the 1920 regular season, the law became involved. A grand jury in Illinois was formed, and testimonies and evidence were gathered. A testimony that gave a huge lead was given by Rube Benton, a pitcher for the New York Giants.

Cont. for covering up the relations between players and gamblers.

After the disappointment of 1919, the owner of the White Sox, Charles Comiskey, begun his own investigation. The investigation job was to find and validate any claims that his players fixed the World Series. After Comiskey's investigation turned up nothing, Hugh Fullerton returned from his fishing trip in Michigan to publish an article attacking the American and National League

Cont. Of course, the gambler must of known about the fix. My thoughts lead me to believe that Fullerton will present his case to baseball, the Law, and the American public, of how the Chicago White Sox fixed the 1919 World Series

The World Series has been completed, and the fix was successful. The Sox ended up losing 5 games to 2, after "Lefty" Williams could not pitch through one inning in Game 7. After the fact though, sports reporter Hugh Fullerton, who was skeptical about the legitimacy of the series from the beginning; was told by a local gambler that he believed Williams would not last an inning.

After losing Game 2, the Sox won Game 3. This would displease the financial backers of the fix, as they were told Game 3 would be lost. There is a clear rift between the gamblers and the players, leaving me to believe that eventually one group will turn on the others. The money and distrust involved with this fix does not bode well for either party, but the trials ahead is still to lose two more games.

Cont. With all the technology and communications we have, it would be foolhardy because it would be impossible to cover-up.

The first game of the 1919 World Series was completed. Two sports writers who believed the series would be thrown, did not notice anything too suspicious. The whole public was fooled, and it would take a miracle for anybody to find out before the series was over. Looking back on this, I thought of if it was possible to throw sports today.

cont. It is horrible to think that back then these players would be payed $4,000 a season, while now a days players at the bottom command salaries of $500,000 to $1,000,000 a season.

8 White Sox players, agreed to throw the series. These men had been forced into a corner, the sport they loved and cared about was not treating them nicely. Charles A. Comiskey, the owner of the White Sox, were under paying the men, and they felt they had to fight back. By getting finical backing from Arnold Rothetein, these 8 Soxp players would throw thw World Series of 1919.

Through reading the beginning of this book, my eyes have been opened to the corruptness of baseball back when it firsted formed. It is amazing to think that most ball players would be hired by gamblers to throw games. It makes mwe feels so great about the present, knowing that we have moved on from intentionally losing games for money

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a near death experience, but I'm sure that I wouldn't want to wait for death. I would like to live my life to the most I can. I hope that Hazel will turn a new leaf and learn that her life could be a huge inspiration

a near death experience, but I'm sure that I wouldn't want to wait for death. I would like to live my life to the most I can. I hope that Hazel will turn a new leaf and learn that her life could be a huge insperation.

In the first chapter, the introduction of the main character, Hazel, leads to me to understand what this book will be about. Hazel, as a cancer deprived kid who believes that waiting for death is the best solution, has her mom who believes that even though she can't live a full life, she should still live life to the fullest. Hazel though is still an interesting character. I haven't been in... cont. on next update.

Martinez and Kevin begin to hit the casino in Atlantic City. Kevin starts catching on that Martinez is a very shady person, and maybe his outward appearance doesn't tell all. Kevin appears to still be very innocent character, but is starting to roll the dice, and figure out that he might become a new person.

Kevin is a interesting character, but seems that he likes doing the right thing and just follow his ability to be smart. But while Kevin seems to be a good guy, he might be hanging out with the wrong crowd in Fisher and Martinez. Is Kevin really liking the way of life he has?

It's over. The book is done. I'd feel terrible to spoil the ending, as it is not a let down. Though be prepared, you will seem to lose track of time when reading the end of the book. Happy reading!

Ender has come upon his final exam at Command School. It really is a great surprise to Ender. The final exam though will be like nothing he has faced before. He is outnumbered, over-powered, and has to deal with a planet the enemy is surrounding. Will he past the final test?

Ender has started Command school now, and he has already been their for a month. An older student has already chosen him. (Spoiler Alert) This would be the legendary Mazer Rackham. Ender has learned much from this older student, but still has much to learn. But, Ender has still shown much promise, so the world can have hope.

Ender struggled to regain the desire to go to Command School. He went back to Earth for there was no shuttles to take him directly to Command School. He didn't want to go anymore, he was done playing their games. He ended up playing their games again, as they used Valentine to get him back up to Command School. He realizes that he needs to go to Command School. It's time to see the next part in Ender's journey.

Ender has finally been broken. He can't take it any more, so he finally is going to stop battling. Then he is talking with Bean, who was transferred, along with the rest of the toon leaders and assistants. He is then to be transferred to command school, which is absolutely unheard of. I almost was choking back tears with how bad they are treating Ender. This is not right, and I can't take it anymore.

Ender has made his wishy-washy army of Launchies into a formidable force. They have battled every day, and now are undefeated after seven battles. But know after practice, they are whipped straight into battle, giving them a huge challenge. Can they win? Will they be able to keep this level of excellency...

Ender has lost all of the people around him. Valentine has been in a sensed turned against him and lost all of his Launchy friends. It seems impossible for him to recover. But know he is a commander. How will he respond...