Boston Americans Win Opening Game With Strong Stick Work
Boston Americans outplayed the New York Highlanders 2 to 0 in a tense opener at home. Grimshaw, replacing Huey, sparked the offense with a second inning single and a standout outfield catch, while Ferris and Collins supplied the runs as Boston spoiled Keefe's mound work. Elberfeld starred for the Highlanders at short as New York threatened briefly in the first and seventh innings but could not push across a score.
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Philadelphia Beats Washington 3 to 1 on Falkenberg Wild Pitching
Philadelphia defeats Washington 3 to 1 behind Falkenberg who walked four batters but held the locals to four hits in eight innings. Coombs allowed three hits and four walks as no regular umpire reported with Hickman and Bender officiating.
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Harvard Crew Seeks Swift Progress in Columbia Race
Coach Wray reshuffles Harvard varsity boat for the Columbia race with two weeks left. Morgan’s stroke, Swaim’s experiment, and Amberg’s move to seven shape a squad still not meeting Rice’s favorites. Richardson shows form at five while Glass holds position. freshmen crews show early promise under Coach Stephenson.
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Boston College High Edges Ballou & Hinds In Ninth
Boston College High defeated Ballou & H. Hobigand 10 to 9 at Boston College grounds as the winning run came in the ninth with Ballou short in the field. O Neill pitched for the College High while McLaughlin hurled for Ballou. Courtney and Noonan starred for the winners with strong backing from Bailey and Siney. McLaughlin brothers and Siney starred for Ballou & H. Attendance 140.
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Milton Academy Wins 3-2 Over Stone School
Milton Academy defeated Stone School 3 to 2 in Milton on April 29. De Windt and Whittemore led with two hits apiece, De Windt adding a two-base hit for the decisive rally. Ewing and Watson starred for Milton, while Mitchell and Harlow shone for Stone.
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New England Matchups Outline Local Basketball Trio
Haverhill faces Lawrence while Brockton meets Lovell in a New England area schedule. Pali River orce stey at New Bedford appears as an inserted note, signaling a venue or adjustment in the regional setup.
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Three Straight For Fall River Win Upset Lynn
Fall River defeats Lynn 7 to 3 as Gilroy scatters Lynn’s hits. Higgins makes two outstanding catches and Birmingham is credited with a fielding error caused by a batted ball. Vail allows four runs in relief as Fall River takes the game.
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Lawrence Defeats Haverhill 38 to 9 in Baseball Showdown
Lawrence overwhelmed Haverhill 38 to 9 in a game dominated by the visitors. Connors Cadman Billet Wilson Eaton and Maroney led scoring with multiple hits and runs, while Lennon and Smith pitched for their teams in a high offense battle.
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New Bedford baseball rout beats Worcester 12 to 4
New Bedford won easily from Worcester 12 to 4. Worcester committed 13 errors as Coveney Reynolds and Mullaney led scoring with multiple runs. Key hits included Danzig and Reynolds with three-base hits and Mullaney Bradley and Cov eney contributing two-base blows in a strong offensive display.
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Brockton Beats Lowell 12 to 4 Behind Patterson’s Fine Center Play
Brockton defeated Lowell 12 to 4 as Kenniston struggled early. Patterson starred in center field with multiple RBIs and the infield defense contributing. Runs came from Mitchell, Patterson, Donovan, Wilder, Shannon, Burrill, Pickett, Hickman, Dwyer, Kane, McGovern, and Cutting in a five inning burst.
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Colby Falls 5-1 to Dartmouth in Hanover
Dartmouth defeats Colby 5 to 1 as Norton and McDevitt spark early scoring. Good keeps Colby at bay with solid pitching and fielding highlight by Tilton.
Newton High Defeats Mechanic Arts Four to One
Newton High School defeated Mechanic Arts High 4 to 1 at Cedar Street grounds in a slow game. Ely driven by three runs led Newton with support from Buck Donahue. Desmond kept scorekeeping and Rib Porter handled the bat. Griggs pitched well for Mechanic Arts with eight strikeouts.
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Untrained boy runs 11 miles for $100 wager
Newburyport April 29. Walcott Coffin 19 a clerk for William McDevitt ran 11 miles between Hampton and Newburyport in 1 hour 25 minutes. He did the feat untrained and was accompanied by a party of prominent businessmen and carriages. Coffin shows the build of a good athlete and his friends predict a great future.
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Harbor View Yacht Club Holds First Annual Ball
In Lyceum Hall East Boston the Harbor View Yacht Club held its first annual ball with about 1500 attendees. Commodore Edo ward J Turner led the grand march with his wife and 100 couples followed. Mayor Fitzgerald attended and promised aid for yacht and boat club facilities on nearby islands.
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Pfeffer's Generosity Gave Giants Early Win at Polo Grounds
New York Giants beat the Boston Doverites 3 to 1 at the Polo Grounds in the opening game of the year. Jake Pfeffer pitched well but issued passes, while Strang and Seymour fueled a double steal and a late scoring rally. Be a double from Beaumont in the fourth inning sparked Boston's only run.
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Brooklyn at Philadelphia Chicago at Cincinnati
National schedule summary lists city pairings with Brooklyn against Philadelphia Chicago facing Cincinnati and St Louis visiting Pittsburgh in a trio of matchups. Authorities outline fixtures across the period with multiple cities involved.
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Philadelphia shuts out Brooklyn in baseball game
Philadelphia defeated Brooklyn 2 to 0 as Philadelphia pitchers limited Brooklyn to no hits. Titus Magee Courtney doubled for Philadelphia while Gleason Doolin Bransfield contributed with miscues and stole bases. Rucker pitched for Brooklyn, Lush for Philadelphia, with Klem umpiring and 1 1/2 hours elapsed.
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Harvard Downs Maine 3-1 In Soldiers Field Tilt
Harvard defeated the University of Maine 3 to 1 on Soldiers Field. Slater pitched a one hitter through seven innings, Dexter's double produced Harvard's first run, and Harvard executed three double plays highlighted by sharp fielding from McCall. Maine scored in the fifth as Smith slid home on a misplayed ball, but Slater shut them down afterward.
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Yankee Tars Outraw Rivals From British Warships at Jamestown
Norfolk April 29 The first international boat race off Jamestown pitted British Roxburgh against American Alabama and Virginia. The Alabama and Virginia beat Roxburgh by about 10 yards in a one mile race after leading early. Over $25 000 reportedly changed hands with bets for tomorrow’s two mile events including four oared ships and admiral’s barges.
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