Twirlers Galore but No Wild Weird Game
A lively page features routines and performances by local twirlers amid a quiet game night. The event highlights dancer showcases and crowd reactions, with no standout or unusual incidents noted in the recap.
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1894
Page
3
A lively page features routines and performances by local twirlers amid a quiet game night. The event highlights dancer showcases and crowd reactions, with no standout or unusual incidents noted in the recap.
New York and Boston played a dramatic nine innings at the Polo Grounds before darkness halted play with both teams tied at thirteen. Bannon's home run and Long and Murphy key defensive plays highlighted a contest described as one of baseball's great exhibitions.
An ad at 19 Tremont Row promotes a gold watch with every haircut at Alland Bros. no extra charges and says the gratuity is to customers for their patronage.
Bases were loaded with one out when a wild pitch scored Ward. Murphy stolen second led to a run as Lowe mishandled Tenney's throw and Murphy moved to third. Wilson's sacrifice fly brought Murphy home. Davis added a single and steal, Long narrowly escaped danger before Doyle's hit sent him home. Giants tied it in the eighth on Burke's homer and again in the ninth on Doyle and Corcoran. Umpire Emilie halted play at 6:40 as darkness fell over Harlem hills.
Anson faces a protest after a lively ball was used in the fifth inning. Chicago scored four runs while Louisville was limited by defensive errors and strong pitching. Attendance was reported at 1,000 as Chicago defeated Louisville 4 to 3 with Hutchinson and Schriver pairing for Louisville and Knell and Grim for Chicago.
A rain delayed game moved from Washington was played in Baltimore today and the Orioles won. They now hold eleven wins in twelve games this season. Home runs came from Jennings Joyce Cartwright and Selbach. Attendance 1970. The Orioles totaled 13 hits to Washington 14 with 1 error to 2. Pitchers Hawke and Robinson for Baltimore Maul and Dugdale for Washington.
Philadelphia edges Brooklyn 9 to 8 as Burns Corcoran and Tredway homer. Fanning falters late, Brooklyn makes a late push but falls short. Attendance 2837. Hits Philadelphia 13 Brooklyn 14. Errors Brooklyn 2. Batteries Fanning Grady Underwood Earle.
Cleveland defeats Cincinnati 4 to 3 as the Reds fail to solve pitcher Cuppy. The game features errorless defense by Cleveland and timely hitting. Batteries Cuppy O’Connor for Cleveland and Chamberlain Murphy for Cincinnati.
St Louis beat Pittsburgh 7 to 4 as Breitenstein dazzled on the mound. Shugart homered for St Louis. Attendance was about 1,500. Batters: Breitenstein and Twineham for St Louis with Ehret Sugden Merritt for Pittsburgh.
In Bangor Me on August 2 Brockton lost to the home club. Sharrett starred with the bat and Corbett anchored the defense. Umpire Bannon impressed after yesterday. Farrell was fined for kicking. Final score shows Bangor 11 Brockton 6 with 15 hits to 6. Batteries Wheeler and E Hayes for Bangor Braham and Yeager for Brockton.
Haverhill defeated Portland with Lucid pitching a superb game allowing only three hits. Madden struggled for Portland as the home team piled up ten runs while Portland managed four. Final score 10 to 4 with Lucid winning and Madden taking the loss.
New Bedford edged Pawtucket in a baseball game as Tom Smith pitched. Final score shows New Bedford 10, Pawtucket 7 with Smith and Kinsella guiding runs while Kelley and Roach coordinated Pawtucket’s defense.
In Nashua on August 2 a crowd of about 1000 watched the YMCA beat Milford 9 to 5 in a thrilling ball game. The contest featured strong batting and close defense, with the YMCA pulling away in late innings for the win.
John Clarkson announces retirement after many successful years and will conduct a business in Lansing Michigan.
The Newports defeated the North End Union of Boston 17 to 6 in Newport Rhode Island on August 2, a decisive baseball game with strong offense from the home team and a lopsided score reflecting early miscues by the visitors.
Salem cadets defeated Danvers Company K of the Highth Regiment M. V. M. by a score of 291 to 281 in a team rifle match shot this afternoon at the Cedarcroft range in Salem.
At Mystic Park the annual horse meeting drew crowds as 2:14 2:18 and 2:20 trotting heats played out. Early Bird beat Lightning in key 2:14 heats, Cephas swept the 2:18 trotting, and Maud Helenah topped the 2:20 pacing with Helen strong in pursuit. A $15,000 Mystic Park stake looms, with top entrants Arion Directum Kremlin and more, entries closing Aug. 10 and a $760 entrance fee.
About 2500 spectators watched the Concord driving park program led by a standout free for all. Curry, with B B and Roan Wilkes, challenged Medium on a slick half mile track as Curry set heat records and State marks while Mollie Pitcher and other winners claimed straight heats in 2:29 and 2:45 classes.
At Point of Pines the second day of the season produced lively racing and strong finishes. The final open handicap featured Sir Singenton and Billy Crane neck and neck two thirds, with Sir Singeton winning by a short length in 1 24 3 4. Other events saw Ten Roe and Athlena dominate early heats, Lady Rowena earning a walkover, and crowd dissatisfaction over a false start and walkover decision.
The big stallion race headlines the second day of the New England Trotting meet on September 26, drawing attention from top trainers and spectators. Stakes and betting options accompany the featured event as participants prepare.
The second day at Union Trotting Park in Pittsfield favored a good turnout with two trotting and pacing purses. Gene Briggs won the 2:24 class after four heats with Evelyn second and C. T. P. third. best time 2:23 1 4. Black Beauty won the 3:00 class in straight heats, with Fannie Wellington second and Lucky Strike third. best time 2:34 1 4. Flora B. and driver F. R. Noble were thrown in the third heat, suffering minor injuries.
Clinton notices the Worcester East Agricultural Society trotting committee outlines the sixth annual cattle show and fair with races on Thursday September 13 and Friday September 14. Events include yearling and two year old stakes and several trot and pace classes with purses ranging from 200 to 300 dollars. Entries close Saturday September 1 with secretary W. F. Howard.
At Goodwood on August 2 Saintly won the Rous memorial stakes for 2-year-olds in a half forfeit race over three fourths of a mile. Garlogs took second with Galton Glass third. Kilsallaghan captured the Goodwood cup over two and a half miles, with Barmecile second and Medici third. Tarporley won the Prince of Wales stakes sweep for 2-year-olds, Usia runner-up and Spur Royal in third.
The second day in Littleton New Hampshire opened with strong attendance and superb track conditions the racing the best ever seen in town Rain halted the final two events delaying them to tomorrow Seven heats were trotted in the 2 30 pace with John L winning the last three Dixie claimed the 2 40 pace and trot in straight heats
A heavy rain storm in Buffalo this morning forced the postponement of the grand circuit races scheduled for this afternoon. events will now be run tomorrow.
Saratoga N Y August 2 First race five furlongs Lux Urania Herm anita time 101 14 Second race one mile Ramapo walked over Time 154 14 Third race McGrathin stud stakes five furlongs The Commoner Agitator Dolabra Time 101 Fourth Montana stakes one mile Dr Hasbrouck Lamplighter Clifford Time 140 13 Fifth six furlon Lustre Leonardo Fioreanna Time 114 12 Sixth six and one half furlongs Thurston Miss Galop Fred Douglas Time 123 Seventh five furlongs Overella Siberia Widow Cliquot filly Time
Brighton Beach L I Aug 2. First race seven furlongs Merry Duke Best Brand Long Bounce Time 1 30. Second seven furlongs Half Mine Wilmar Jersey Belle Time 1 39 1 2. Third five furlongs Red Top Van Brunt Fannie B Time 1 04 8 4. Fourth one and one eighth miles Charade Mary Stone Laurel Time 1 56 1 4. Fifth seven furlongs Topgallant Watterson Billy S Time 1 29 1 2. Sixth one mile Dr Garnett Robusta Sam Weller Time 1 43 1 2.
The National Association regatta at Saratoga on Aug 10 and 11 features Boston participation from Riverside Boat Club in multiple events. Entries include junior and senior single scullers, intermediate eights, and various pair and four oared shells with clubs from New York, Albany, Troy, Philadelphia, and beyond.
The St Rose Temperance Society of Chelsea was defeated by the St Rose Sodality of Chelsea on Wednesday by a score of 18 to 6. The game featured excellent battery work by Mullane and Lynch of the Sodality and strong play from Kelly.
At Lexington on Aug 2 Mrs Daniel Colling aged 64 died. Funeral held at St Bridget s Church Lexington Saturday at 9 a m. Friends invited.
James J. Corbett sends a candid letter from New York about his European impressions. He praises Paris life and French boxing but criticizes London drinks and hotels while outlining a planned challenge to Peter Jackson. He hints at a fight strategy and training plans, and mentions other boxers and upcoming events.
Frankie McHugh may sign with Mike Sears if Sears misses today meeting at 1 pm. Dave Ross present. purse likely if Sears absent. Tom Kelly accepts $3500 purse for Detroit fight with Tommy Ryan. Hoboken Cyclone reports from New York Seaside Athletic Club. Ariel Athletic Club Philadelphia hosts two four round bouts on Aug. 4 with Young Griffo facing Walter Campbell and Fred Woods vs Mick Dunn. Catharin to retire from Twin City Athletic Club management. Burge and Nickless stage nightly boxing in London’s South London Palace. Hercules Athletic managers continue.
In Newcastle New Hampshire Budlong defeated Scudder 6 0 6 1 and Parker beat Reed 6 2 6 1 to set up the singles final. doubles saw Chace Foote shock Read Terry 6 4 6 3 while Parker Budlong beat the Wise brothers 6 1 6 0 as the tournament heads to finals with singles on Friday and doubles on Saturday.
Gloucester August 2 The annual Essex County Club tennis tournament for members runs two weeks in August. Singles start August 20 with best two of three sets to deuce and advantage, 10:30 am and 3:30 pm. Doubles follow August 27 for best two sets. winners receive two medals. Partners for doubles chosen by tennis committee. draws by lot.
The Monatiquot Yacht Club regatta at Fort Point Weymouth faced light winds and opposing currents. Gipsy failed to finish in the first class while Beatrice and Diadem each won a leg in their classes. Opeechee won the second class cash prize with Diadem placing second on corrected time. Beatrice and Diadem sailed nine and seven mile courses respectively.
The Saratoga Club plans a grand social at the Riverside boathouse Monday evening August 6. Proceeds go toward covering Riverside eight crew costs for the national regatta. Wiggin's Orchestra will provide music.
Old ad claims Dr Hallock and Co cure private diseases including blood poisoning from female contamination and chronic conditions. Promises speedy permanent relief, non mercury methods, consultations in English German and French, mail or express treatment, and a written guarantee with a fee plan. Electric Pills for Lost Manhood offered at $1 per box, six for five dollars.
Yesterday two cyclists paid a $10 fine at Roxbury Court before Judge Balster for park system trespass and a park speed ordinance breach. Police and a surveyor testified to speed and distance as a public lesson, while race entries for Milford Saturday featured many riders and handicaps across several classes and riders.
Thomas E Burk renowned amateur quarter mile champion retires not from tiredness but due to a severe accident threatening his father who is in critical condition. Burke, a member of the B A A, planned a trial race before retiring from competition.
Burke sets a mile dash challenge against Tom Keane in the Clinton Lancaster A A meet with a prize pledge from J B Moran if Keane wins. Burke, trained by Jack Moakley, is described as a rapid improver with notable wind. His father’s injury from an electric car is noted.
The whaling schooner Pedro Varela arrived from a three years voyage with 1750 barrels of sperm oil, a strong catch. She reports being in company with the whaling bark George and Mary off Block Island last evening, with the latter full and bound for home.
Miss O'Donnell hosted an afternoon tea at Colonial cottage with Cheney's orchestra providing music. Yacht Iowa arrived with owner Edward Samuel aboard, followed by Yacht Maine from Boothbay with owner F. M. Thompson and guests. Peter Marie hosted a dinner at Hotel Malvern with ten covers.
Information from the Hermitage reports Governor Andrew Jacksons grave disturbed last night by unknown individuals. A hole eighteen inches deep and three feet long was dug at the head of the grave but the intruders fled before completing the act. The Hermitage is twelve miles from Nashville.
Chicago August 2. Corporation Counsel Rubens says the city is preparing to recover damage claims made by the railroads and he believes they cannot recover.
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