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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1903
Page
12
Herty and H. B. Mahoney of the British team defeated the defending American pair the Wren brothers in the invitation tournament finals with scores 6-4 1-4 10-8 as they prepare next week to attempt the Davis International Cup.
Detroit and St Louis split a doubleheader in Detroit with Mullin ineffective in the opener and Powell pitching well after a rough start. Hill and Barrett sparked the locals with strong batting and fine outfield catches while Kitson labored in the second game and Evans was hit hard by Detroit. Attendance 5,500.
The report lists earned runs, bases on balls, and hits for San Francisco versus Butte with players Ward Wimott Elsey McCarthy Houtz Weaver Shaffer Roach Runkle and pitcher Roach Lietman Glendon and Aeartoss. Additional notes cover Spokane defeating Helena with Putmann and Cariseh, St Vrain and Byers as umpires. The Tacoma Tacoma weather fair and attendance 10 thousand.
Butte failed to capitalize on early leads as Frisco struck back with four runs in the second inning and gained a late rally. Runkle relieved Kane after an injury, Reach urged the team to persevere, and Wilmot and Shaffer contributed key plays in the seventh through ninth frames. A costly miscue between Wilmot and Zearfoss allowed Shaffer to score the winning run in the bottom of the final inning proving the comeback.
Summary of batting averages through August 1 shows 27 players above .300 in the Pacific National League led by Huelsman Spokane and Hannivan Tacoma. Los Angeles Spokane Butte San Francisco and Salt Lake top the list with multiple players. Parrott Salt Lake released, while Roach Butte is a pitcher and unlikely to maintain high ranks.
Philadelphia swept Brooklyn in a doubleheader with strong hitting and tight defense. Umpire Johnstone officiated the first game while Hallman and Schmidt worked the second. Attendance around 4,000. In Boston, McGinnity pitched both games for New York, who won both with timely hitting and sharp pitching. Cincinnati beat Chicago in the third game as Taylor’s wildness aided by Cincinnati bats gave them the victory. attendance not specified.
In Washington the two teams split as Boston struggled in game two after Dunkle yielded four runs in the sixth. First game ended with Washington winning the quickest of the season as three straight singles produced the lone run. Attendance 2500. Batteries Wilson and Kittridge for Washington. Dunkle and Drill for Boston. In Chicago Patterson pitched a masterful game to blank the visitors with Holmes and Jones stellar in the field. Attendance 6100. Patterson and Slattery on the mound for Cleveland slumping Moore Bemis as bats fail.
The 32-dog coursing card features hare chasers with strong records, a new judge G. Z. Gilfeather, and varied conditions affecting outcomes. Managers report ample hares and a likely top race with Northern Express favored to win first money.
At New York on Aug 1 the champions were defeated despite both teams excelling in batting and outfield. Chesbro pitched well and helped salvage the game for the visitors while Waddell also pitched effectively. Attendance reached about 8,000 with Philadelphia scoring the decisive runs.
Two ball games are scheduled this afternoon starting at 1:30. Butte and San Francisco hope for a double win to break even, with Pfeister and Borchers likely pitching for Frisco and Dowling and Ban delia handling duties for Butte. Crackerjacks topped Roundhouse Juniors. Butte Juniors beat McCarthy Juniors, and another game ended 17 to 4. The Denetit game honoring the late Pitcher Nichols will be played Monday between Spokane and Los Angeles.
San Francisco reports rising interest as Corbett trains at Alameda and Jeffries prepares at Harbin Springs. Jeffries relies on his superior weight, while Corbett avoids defeat. McChesney withdraws from Saratoga handicap citing fitness concerns.
Lenmdon reports a grand stand collapse at a Perth cricket match injuring several spectators but with no fatalities. Emergency services rushed to the scene as bystanders assisted the injured and officials opened an investigation into the incident.
Privileges including programmes betting restaurant dance and ride stands will be sold to the highest bidder. Address all bids to George Ki Allen secretary. The management reserves right to reject any and all bids.
Manila reports the United States appoints a federal commission to study opium conditions in Asia and the Philippines. Members include Maj. Burgeon E. Carter, Bishop Brent, and Dr. Albert. They will report within four months after reviewing Japan, China, Singapore, and Burma.
Aug 1 The Kolutoo, American challenger for the Beawanhka challenge cup, was decisively beaten in the third race by Thorella, defender of the Royal St. Lawrence Yacht Club. The cup stays with the Canadian club after a triangular course wind 17 mph at start and 12 mph at finish.
The Kolutov edged ahead at the line while Thor ella held windward position until the finish. The defender then led the American yacht past the last buoy by 12 minutes 16 seconds. The Royal St Lawrence Yacht Club receives a cup challenge from Royal Portsmouth Corinthian Yacht Club and Manchester Yacht Club. The White Bear Yacht Club of St Paul will also challenge.
Results from the six day meet show Virgin Soil, April Shower, Race King, Sheriff Bell, Sunnyside, and Cincinnatus winning six races each at six days at Jamaica. The meet ends with racing shifting to Saratoga on Monday.
First race six furlongs Auditor won Buccaneer second Black Wolf third time 1 16. Second six furlongs Ken tuckian won Sardine second Big Ben third time 1 14 5. Third one and a half Superior handicap Nitrate won John McGurk second Barcas third time. Fourth steeplechase Moranda won Paul Aker second Nata third time 2 58 3 5. Fifth one mile eighth Our Bessie won Fonsoluca second Sergei third time 1 54. Sixth one mile McGee won Ahola second Grand Opera third time 1 41 2 5.
At Delmar August 1 the first race over a mile and 70 yards was won by Noweta with Margie as runner up and Bur lap third in 1 04. The seven furlong second race saw Lady Vashti prevail with Lesso second and Golden Glitter third in 1 51 4.
Harness programme at Island Park Albany today features 2:10 trot 4 green trot and mixed cone test for trotters and pacers. Races include two in three at 2:40 and 2:10 trots with entrants Purce Minnie Youroi Caption Dandy Dean Reiner Benator Mantle and more. Major Delmar lowers trotting record to 2.04 3? at Island Park.
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