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MARCH
1903

Sunday, March 1st

IN THE NEWS: Baseball rules committee chairman Tom Loftus of Washington proclaims that the pitcher's box must not be more than 15 inches higher than the baselines or home plate.

Saturday, March 7th

IN THE NEWS: In the first trade under the peace treaty, the Giants send their 1902 part-time manager Heinie Smith to Detroit for 2B Kid Gleason, who is immediately moved to the Phils where he will end a 20-year playing career.

Thursday, March 12th

IN THE NEWS: The New York Highlanders are officially approved as members of the AL.

Friday, March 20th

IN THE NEWS: The two MLs agree to blacklist future contract jumpers.

Saturday, March 21st

IN THE NEWS: Sporting Life, the nation's oldest baseball publication, begins its 21st year. It will close during WW I.