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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1913
Page
10
Philadelphia on April 14 reports Jupiter Pluvius delaying the Braves game as rain soaked the turf. The contest was prevented, with players limited to brief warmups while the Phillies conducted early batting practice, leaving no score or play to recount.
In the first meeting with New York, the Boston Red Sox triumphed 2 to 1 behind a pivotal eighth inning rally. Frank Chance and his rejuvenated Highlanders, with young pitcher Caldwell, were frustrated as Jake Stahl’s lineup seized the moment to swing the game in Boston’s favor.
President Locke and President Shibe visited a hotel and spoke of pitching star Rube Waddell. Uncle Ben praised Waddell as a drawing card and great pitcher, while Stallings hinted at upcoming sensational moves to land two western outfielders, keeping names under wraps.
Brooklyn defeated the New York Nationals 2 to 2 in the opening game of a three game series. Ames and Allen pitched well for Brooklyn while Tesreau worked the ninth for New York. Danhert singled and Smith hit a game winning home run into the right field stand. Manager McGraw used five substitutes.
Duffy's two base blast powered by Dusty Lewis helps the Highlanders fall behind Caldwell after a tight pitching duel. Smoky Joe Wood drives a decisive eighth inning, stretching a one run gap into a Boston lead as Buck Daniels misplays Wood's ball and Hooper bunts.
The crowd voiced disappointment as the Peerless Leader Chance did not appear on the sidelines. He is known for quiet, persistent work and avoids the limelight while steadily achieving the team’s goals.
With two outs and Steve Yerkes at bat, he fails to drive a safe hit, lifting a weak foul fly that fails to bring Wood home. Joe strips to sprint for the plate but the effort ends as Wood advances to third on a grounder to the pitcher.
Weilman pitched strong for St. Louis, blanking Chicago through eight and a third before tiring in the ninth. White held the Browns to five hits through seven innings while Walsh batted for him in the eighth. Two-base hit by Borton, sacrifices by Weisman and White, and a double play in the late innings capped the scoring during the 2 to 0 contest with St. Louis eking past Chicago.
Tufts College varsity baseball team defeated a largely ineligible squad 10 to 4 after 14 solid hits. Arm broken in fourth inning ending Armstrong’s season run. rest up ahead of squad selection for the trip.
Hal Chase suffered an arm injury during batting practice when Keating hit his own man. The ball struck Chase, forcing him to miss most of the workout as he could not throw. He appeared briefly, leaving spectators unable to assess a left hander's fielding potential at second base.
The Highlanders held at the plate as Tris Speaker stayed, and a Caldwell walk set up Duffy Lewis. Lewis had previously watched Speaker stranded on second and Cree’s running catch denied a likely double, but he would not be denied this time.
Harvard faces Johns Hopkins in Baltimore while Dartmouth meets Fordham in New York. Rhode Island State plays Providence in an interleague tilt as numerous high school games dot the regional schedule.
Cluart of Powder Point School pitched his team to a 5 to 4 victory over High School of Commerce of Boston at Duxbury. He struck out 17 and allowed four hits, with Lavery of Commerce accounting for the only extra base hit a double. Reed and Cluart led Powder Point at the plate with two hits each. Reed sprained an ankle in the ninth and Charley Rice subbed at shortstop.
The De Wolf Locals of Cambridge seek a game for April 19 morning with any strong Boston area teams disputing their state 16 year championship claim. Managers should write Marold J. O'Conner, 82 Grant Street, Cambridge.
Red Sox champions were guests at a somber gathering in Sts Peter and Paul hall in South Boston. The full squad from Wood to Casrigan joined fans to meet them with President McAleer and Secretary McRoy attending and rumors that Duffy Lewis spoke.
Caldwell battles for a hit after two strikes and three bad balls, sending a sharp liner between Walter and Daniels. Wood and Speaker patrol the outfield as Duffy takes second on the play. The Sox edge the Yankees in a tense game with near scoring chances throughout, while New York fields a lively, fast outfield in contrast to last season.
The N E A A A U wrestling championships will be held at the Boston Arena tonight. A strong entry list features top amateur contenders with favorites in several weight classes led by T P O Hara of the B Y M C U in the 125 pound division and Archie Jeanette defending the 145 pound title amid stiff competition from Gus Hakanson and Kuster Helin.
Detroit tops Cleveland 5 to 4 as Kahler struggles yet limits Detroit's offense until the eighth inning. Cleveland rallies in the seventh for two runs but Detroit gains the lead and holds on behind Dubuc.
In a pitchered, low scoring game the Red Sox defeat the Highlanders. Sterrett shines at first base in place of Frank Chance while Young the new shortstop shows fine fielding yet limited hitting. Key plays include Daniels scoring on Hartzell, and Gardner, Speaker, and Lewis delivering for Boston.
A Boston vehicle group plans a meeting at the Hotel Lenox next Tuesday night. A state bill taxed motor vehicles at five dollars per ton faces opposition. Fire at Peerless Motor Car Co New England headquarters remained contained to the paint shop. Eddie Schell reports improving auto trade in Detroit. Farm Club eyes a May fishing trip on Lake Webb. First Battalion Artillery National Guard tested two Reo trucks during field maneuvers, praised by adjutant general and visiting officers.
In Danvers on April 14 Medford High School lost to St. John’s Prep by 3 to 2. Crow scored twice for Medford, while Holland and Cody led St. John’s Prep with key hits and two runs. Both pitchers faced heavy contact and strong defense, with Sheehan and Crow among top hitters.
Pittsburg defeats Chicago 8 to 5 as Pirates hitters tag all Chicago twirlers Carey Hofman and Viox with three hits each. Robinson weakens late, Camnitz closes out, wildness and fielding miscues aid Pittsburgh. Zimmerman's interference noted. pitchers drifting through seven-inning stretch. Time 1h 50m. Umpires Brennan and Eason.
Pittsburg April 14 Old Cy Young will manage the Cleveland club in the Federal league which opens May 6 The league announces 120 game schedule with feits posted and teams preparing at Exposition Park Indianapolis and Pittsburg for the opener. Team presidents and managers include William T McCullough Bert Kealy Chick Fraser Sam Leever and Deacon Phillips with players signed and practice due next week.
Detroit April 14 Navin says the longer Cobb stays away the less he earns upon return. Cobb cannot negotiate until the National Commission acts. Upon reinstatement and payment of fines, Ban Johnson may set terms for a new contract, with a strong warning from the league over the Players Union dispute.
A Chicago wire says Cobb was offered 15000 dollars a year to join as a salesman, while he negotiates with Detroit and will decide within ten days. Navin says Cobb’s value has declined. Detroit’s offer may be void and Cobb’s salary could be cut as discipline. Navin vows to run his own club if needed.
Ty Cobb of the Detroit American team stated he will go to Detroit whenever asked and is eager to confer with club officials. He added he hopes to amicably settle matters and warned that demanding more money could lead to banishment this year. Cobb did not address a report he might become a Chicago agent for an automobile firm.
Providence of the International League beat Portland, new NE league member, 1 to 0 in an exhibition in Providence. O Meara drove in the run with a ninth inning double, wild pitch advancing him, then a sacrifice fly scored. soggy field, unexciting contest.
Somerville High defeated Arlington High 26 to 2 in a muddy afternoon game. Somerville pounded Arlington pitchers for 18 hits with many for extra bases as Captain Mitchell and Jim Robertson led the offense. Scannell and Hoban closed out the win for Somerville with Scannell pitching the final inning in style.
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