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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1894
Page
3
In one inning Hanlon's new pitchers faltered as Inks labored, and the Bostonians celebrated with the debut of new players. Other league games produced mixed results with several teams fielding rookies.
Australian featherweights Young Griffo and Billy Murphy finalize plans for a Boston bout at the Casino on May 17 with referee decisions to settle the outcome after a public draw in Chicago and earlier talks sparked by Griffo’s clash with Griffin.
Hd De cerna of New York buys Mahila and Sea Girl from Colonel Frank Work for 11000 dollars. The two mares, noted as the best pair ever solid in Kentucky, will race on roads in Gotham, New York.
Lewis Palmer of the South End accepts Andy Watuvon’s challenge and vows to box Watson at 123 pounds before any reputable club offering a good purse.
In Baltimore on April 26, the Orioles lost 11 to 9 to Boston after leading 7 to 4 in the sixth. Inks pitched well early until tiring in the sixth when McCarthy Nash and Tucker started a Boston rally. Baker relieved, walked two, and Brown allowed four more on three hits, giving Boston a five-run advantage. Orioles could not recover as Stivetts homered in the seventh and Lowe added a two-base hit.
Louisville suffers another loss as Pittsburg wins 6 to 4 despite Kilroy and Kilroy strong in the mound. Killen and Kilroy excel on the mound. attendance 1600. Batters: Louisville 4 hits 6 errors 6. Pittsburg 6 hits 2 errors. Batteries Kilroy Grim Killen Mack.
In Brooklyn on April 26 the home team showed weak batting and fielding while Philadelphia’s defense excelled. Pitcher Weyhing was knocked from the mound with a knee injury in the fourth. Brooklyn made nine runs and Philadelphia seventeen with Brooklyn committing two errors to Philadelphia’s three. Batteries were Sharrott and Lachance for Brooklyn and Taylor Weyhing Carsey and Clements for Philadelphia.
In Washington on April 26, Davis hit a bases loaded single to spark New York past the Nationals. The Giants trailed by two until the seventh, when the hit gave them a 7 to 5 win. Attendance was 3000. Washington 5 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 4 5 New York 1 0 1 4 1 0 6 0 x 7. Hits Washington 9 New York 10 Errors Washington 4 New York 3 Batteries Stocksdale McGuire Mea kin Farrell.
In Cincinnati on April 26 Cleveland pounded Cross for ten runs in three innings as five walks and six singles fueled the attack. Clarkson pitched magnificently after the first inning and hit a home run. Cleveland tallied twelve hits to Cincinnati's four, earning a decisive victory.
St Louis won with superior all round play as Ely homered and Gleason received good support. Abbey allowed several runs in three innings while Chicago stranded ten hits. Attendance 3100. Final score St Louis 10 Chicago 4.
Worcester New England loses to Springfield 13 to 9 in Worcester. Worcester offense misfired early but steadied after the first inning. Vickery hit the longest ball at the park and Farrell impressed as Worcester’s new second baseman. Worcester opens the league season at Haverhill on Saturday.
Syracuse topped Pawtucket 15 to 8 this afternoon at Pawtucket. Final hits were 11 for Syracuse and 3 for Pawtucket. Errors favored Pawtucket 8 to 3 with batteries Payne and Wilson for Syracuse and Haben Robertson Roach and Ivory behind Pawtucket.
Providence defeated Bangor 8 to 4 in ten innings. Hart of Bangor hit two home runs while Lyons of Providence added one. The game featured heavy batting with Providence collecting 19 hits to Bangor’s 11. Batteries Sullivan and Dixon for Providence. Meekin and Hart for Bangor.
Harvard defeated Dartmouth as Captain Wiggin pitched a strong game and O Malley backed him with sharp catching. The Harvard defense, aside from one error by Stevenson, played cleanly while Williams and McCormick contributed for Dartmouth with key hits and errors. Harvard seized the lead in the fifth and pulled away with five runs in the ninth to clinch the win.
Brown University freshmen defeated Yale University freshmen 11 to 5 on Lincoln Field in Providence. The comeback overturned last week’s loss and showcased a strong Brown offense and solid pitching.
An unusual OCR fragment describes a French style hair cutting service named A LA POMPADOUR with references to original technique and large clientele. The worn text mentions a shop or establishment run by an individual or company labeled AND BROS with dates indicating 18 On 19 Tressant i Rew fret larges. It hints at a notable hair salon era and fashion influence in the United States.
Harvard freshmen defeated Boston Latin School nine by 11 to 4 on Jarvis field. Warren at first and Lord in right field stood out as the best players in a game marked by poor base running from Harvard. The scoring sequence shows Harvard building a lead with early bursts.
Division 6 and Division 2 of the West End railway employees met at Everett with a large crowd including officials and railroad staff. Division 6 outscored 72 to 62 or 26 to 26 in a tied contest. base hits and errors listed with Gone and Hassett on Division 6 and Long and Powers on Division 2. Umpires Quinlan and Stone supervised.
The Roxbury Bicycle Club hosts its annual banquet this evening at the Thorndike. Notables invited include New York President Charles Luscomb and Massachusetts officials with Henry W. Robinson expected. Abbott Bassett likely attends. The event highlights local cycle trade and club runs.
Zimmerman arrived in Southampton and left for Paris to compete in a major international bicycle tournament. A large group of London wheelmen met him, offering entertainment, but he declined.
At the Camden Club last night Ed Bigelow of Jamaica Plain and Jim Powell of Boston sparred eight rounds with Bigelow gaining the edge. Powell claimed a broken arm and stopped after the eighth. Other sparring featured Young Murphy Duffy Boyle O'Reilly and Harry Dutton of Birmingham. Doc O'Connell refereed.
The Shamrock Hurling Club announces a hurling tournament at Congress street grounds on Decoration Day with top state teams, a $100 prize, and a principal matchup between Shamrocks and Walthams. Club officers include President Jere J. Conway and Captain Daniel P. Sullivan.
In South Lancaster on April 26 Clinton Polo Club defeated Boston by 3 to 2 as the polo match concluded with Clinton taking the win and Boston suffering the loss.
California wines claim notable recognition in a Pure Al Per Ga TM Y event, highlighting regional producers and new varieties. Industry officials praise quality and growing consumer demand as vintages rack up accolades across tasting panels.
South Boston residents demand police help after a $765.50 break at John J. Keyes’s Dorchester Avenue home. Police blame court decisions by Judge Fallon for acquittals, while residents fear further burglaries by known gangs near the North Point stables and E F streets.
The item notes Arthur Irwin’s axe and Sharrott’s injury, discusses the Harvard outing, Brooklyns mascot, and Foutz nicknamed Tiny Tim. It covers Kennedy’s hand injury, Brooklyn pitching troubles, and Allentown and Toledo signings. Mentions several players and managers and previews the Brooklyn and Boston matchups.
Boston rabbis discuss possible church action against money lenders. Opinion centers on heter iska and expulsion for persistent usury, with varied views from Mishkan Israel, Beth Israel, Ohabel Sholom, and Schindler. Arguments cover church versus civil law, teaching reform, and the limits of synagogue authority.
James J. Corbett applauds the British public in a Westminster Gazette interview calling London “Just like home.” He plans a provinces tour after his bout with Jackson and may tour the continent. If he defeats Jackson he may quit boxing and pursue the stage full time.
Bargains in new wheels for ladies and gents with low prices on Expair safeties. Second hand wheels bought and sold. Customer offers and inquiries welcome with a note about available stock and fair prices.
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