Near Lexington, Kentucky, the train carrying the Cleveland Naps is struck by two bricks, shattering windows.

 

 

On March 7, 1908 — Near Lexington, Kentucky, the train carrying the Cleveland Naps is struck by two bricks, shattering windows. Elmer Flick, Bill Bradley, and Harry Bay are hit by the flying glass while playing euchre, but no injuries occur. Tomorrow, the team will arrive safely in Macon, Georgia for spring training.

 

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