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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1899
Page
3
Washington reports Jennings departs Brooklyn once more to Baltimore in a developing sports note. WOPS with the Superbas are referenced as the backdrop to the move.
The schedule lists Washington visiting Boston and New York traveling to Brooklyn in today’s National League card. Teams chase wins as rivals clash on the slate with key matchups shaping standings.
Brockton visits Pawtucket, Manchester travels to Newport, and Taunton plays Portland in today's New England League slate.
The Boston champions travel homeward and will open at South End grounds for an extended schedule through the month. Philadelphia gains on local nine as two wins from Cleveland draw debate. Garvin dominates for the Orphans as Chicago nudges St Louis. Orioles regain Jennings in a complex exchange amid the ongoing baseball trust debate.
In Baltimore on August 3, Jennings starred for the visitors with two three baggers driving in two runs and scoring twice, while Demontre and Punachete contributed but Pittsburg could not close the gap as the hosts held on to win 5 to 4.
In Chicago on August 3 Powell and Garvin pitched a battle with Garvin winning as Burkett was the lone visitor to solve the young pitcher. The locals finally crossed in the eighth inning on a double and two singles for the only run, in front of 1200 spectators. The score ended with Garvin ahead.
Taunton edged Manchester 4 2 in the first game while Manchester won the second 8 4. Curran held Taunton to five hits, Kerin allowed ten scattered safeties. Notable plays featured Grant’s fielding and Murphy at short. Attendance 1200. Time 1h35m. Umpire Kelley.
Portland Me August 3 The home team avoided another shutout thanks to two fielding errors by Pawtucket. Nelson belted a two base hit while Spratt Bone and Conroy stole bases. McLowd and McCafferty split pitching duties with McLowd allowing two runs on two hits and McCafferty three, as Pawtucket finally crossed the plate once. Moore umpired before an attendance of 25.
Newport capitalized on Brockton errors and a sixth inning rally to win. Brien left after being struck by a ball but returned five minutes later. Day and Gilbert led with two base hits, Ganley hit a three base hit, and several players stole bases. Attendance was about 500.
Worcester offense mixed heavy hitting with smart baserunning as Lampe allowed only three hits through six innings. Frisbee Murphy and Harrington contributed, while Campbell hit a home run and Murph y, Sharrot and Rickert stole bases. Worcester 7 Springfield 2 final with 1000 in attendance.
In Toronto on August 3, the trailing team dominated as the Canadian lineup could not solve Kennan. No notable features appeared beyond the stalled offense. Stolen bases by Lesotte Lynch and Ber marked the scarce scoring.
Patchy OCR notes describe a track program with electric themed acts and vaudeville races. Admission 250, grand stand 100, subway cars direct to park, bicycles checked free. Race 8 highlights appear in fragmentary text.
Yesterday's schedule shows Derby defeating New London 9 to 3 and Meriden beating New Haven 8 to 2. In other action Syracuse and nearby teams posted 6 to 6 ties as Time-ih recorded 4 minutes and attendance reached about 600.
The piece previews tomorrow’s games at Commonwealth Park with Glendons of Everett against the Victors of South Boston and lists upcoming matches for A. A. teams in Hyde Park and Rockland. It also covers player moves, manager appeals, and league chatter about pitchers, shortstops, and Sunday games, with mentions of Louisville, Indianapolis, Columbus, and New York club dynamics.
London August 3. D H McGowan and Co West India merchants with Demara establishment declared bankrupt. Liabilities amount to £76,000. The firm faced bankruptcy proceedings with assets and debts valued at substantial sums, signaling upheaval for creditors and stakeholders.
All the tennis cracks are now at Southampton Long Island where the Long Island championships are contended for Pell Huntington and Davis show form. Close exciting racing at Combination Park with Xeaser driving Drummer Girl to first money. AAU national championships set for Riverside on August 2 with entries expected from many international participants. West Lynn Social Club selects cricket team for a Lynn Cricket Club match at Swampscot grounds next Saturday. Jockey Billy McBride of New Haven dies aged 37. Phillips Andover Academy gymnasium fund reaches 60000 with C D Borden contributing 20000.
The Old Associates plan a moonlit excursion at Salem Willows on Tuesday evening August 22. Instead of a routine garden outing, a ceremonial procession will cruise the harbor under Luna's beams, with music and dancing creating a romantic, witchlike atmosphere along the willows and rock-hound shore.
In the Isle of Wight regatta the Meteor and Britannia led early as they circled the East Lepe buoy to Warner Lightship. First lap times put Meteor at 1 32 05, Britannia 1 38 10, Bona 1 40 12, with finish times Meteor 4 35 60, Britannia 4 4 05, Bona 4 56 00.
Newcastle New Hampshire August 8 In the singles J P Paret defeated W B Bond in a lively first set that Bond won after several deuce games Paret then prevailed in straight sets In doubles I Wright and Terry beat Mr Stillman and W Farrington in clear fashion
London Aug 8 Skeets Martin the American jockey won the Brighton town plate of 100 sovereig ns on Challow Benedictus was second and Cc wee third Fifteen horses ran.
In New York on August 3, John Lr hosted a reception for friends and the public marking his shift into business in Greater New York. He opened doors at 08 Sixth Avenue with a daylong turnout as he greeted callers and accepted congratulations amid a proud display.
An unidentified note or statement expresses gratitude and confidence in support from friends for a future venture in Greater New York. The message references a thriving bust and a public greeting, signed by SULLIVAN and noting anticipated patro history.
At a meeting in Narragansett Pier on August 8 the Tally-Ho Athletic Club voted to ban boxing exhibitions to nonmembers while allowing limited member practice. The vote ends summer visitors and erodes chances of outdoor prize fights like the woods event near the state line. One member faces a $1000 bond to appear before the grand jury in October, with both principals in the incident implicated.
The boxing carnival committee seeks over 30000 dollars for the Paris Exposition event. Paris will host athletes from many nations and boxers will be specially catered to. Locals claim French boxing knowledge is limited, yet the article notes differing opinions.
John L Sullivan announced himself as a New York businessman dealing in wines liquors and cigars. The cafe opened to a throng of old friends and admirers who crowded the room with noise and warmth. Sullivan greeted guests in a relaxed, confident manner recalling past fights and promising business in the new venture. He described building a schoolhouse and courthouse in Mississippi after a Kilrain fight incident and paying $18 000 in fees, then spoke of plans for the cafe and future punches of a different kind.
Promoters plan a boxing showcase at the world’s fair with amateur and professional classes. Purses start at 1700 dollars per professional class, 5000 for a world title if worthy challengers enter from America, Australia, and England.
Yesterday's meeting of best known boxers ended without an agreement over a bout due to a one pound weight gap. Coney Island A C may offer favorable terms, with Sullivan and Mathews likely to meet again. A twenty round planned at Greenwood A C pits George Byers against Australian Jim Ryan, with outcomes affecting Byers's proposed clash with Jack Root in Dubuque. Other notes mention Mathews sparring with Jack Dougherty, Walter Burgo as promoter facing mixed reception, and letters for Tim Kearns and Joe Walcott. Veteran Heenan died October 30, 1873.
Racing in the mud dominated the Columbus grand circuit meet as a heavy shower halted events after three heats. Ananias won the 2:07 pace in straight heats. Miss Logan upset betting but Ananias led pre-rain. Charlie B. was relegated to twelfth after a judge's ruling. 2:16 class partial rounds went to Harry O. with Nerva Patchen strong finish. The 2:14 trot was postponed to tomorrow.
A large crowd packed Combination Park with enthusiasm for vaudeville acts and a fireworks show. Embrino dominated the special race on a program including running and harness heats with Miss O. B. delivering notable effort on a small mare. Next week’s attractions to resume after a Saturday break due to Holy Ghost Hospital event.
At Brighton Beach on Aug 3 heavy track led to upsets in several stakes. Plucky, a 12 to 1 outsider ridden by Harry Lewis, won the Montauk stake in 1:15 4-6 after closing late. Fly-by-Night failed to hold as Lackland won the Glen Cove handicap in 1:48 1-5. Beverage won the five furlongs in 1:03 3-6, Dan Rice captured the one mile in 1:41 3-5, and Belle of Holm del finished second in 1:02 1-5.
A party of about thirty five to forty from the Lincoln House Swampscott sailed from Lincoln House Point pier yesterday at 8 30 AM for a weekly fishing trip. They fished ten miles offshore with Lincoln House quartet performing aboard. Eugene Clapp Jr won the largest fish prize a 25 pound cod. A E Smith captured the most fish including twenty five cod and haddock. First fish prize went to H H Cotton with others. Captain mith the M banker and Adama brother of the police commissioner among prize winners.
Joseph Roger Williams, class of 99, is appointed general manager of athletics at Boston College for 99 1900. A former student and standout in college sports, he has served as assistant football manager in 97 and manager in 98, and last year led the athletic association as president and represented the college at the New England I A A. His appointment signals a strong boost to college athletics as he plans to finalize his year’s program before reopening.
Minneapolis Aug 3 Hanson finished his 1000 mile ride at 2 54 this morning in 92 hours 44 minutes beating the previous record by 12 hours 35 minutes The old record for 1000 miles was held by T A Edge of England who rode 1000 miles in 10 hours 19 minutes
A. A. Chase set records for two three and four miles at Crystal Palace aided by a motor tandem. Beconnais swept Paris rivals at New Brighton, breaking mile five mile and hour marks. Montreal meet officials suspend lantern regulations. L A W national meet features a Paul Revere Hall dance. Governor Wolcott promises 2000 electric lights at the State House during the meet. Metz challenges Stanley in a motor carriage race, touted as a premier event. Paris to St Malo auto race notes show Re noux on a motorcycle and Antony with a carriage finishing seven hours thirty minutes for 372 kilometres.
The Waltham Athletic Park hosts training for the August 15 carnival race meet. Riders Caldwell Cooper Kiser and Mayo covered five miles in 9 37, laps aided by swift 88s and 389s. A new pursuit race pits Big Ike Poolford against Vic Gylling for a $100 purse and a medal from the park company.
The Narraganset cups third event at Point Judith Country Club saw Myopia beat Devon 10 to 9 1 2. Devon faced a four goal handicap and fought hard, with Shaw delivering another perfect game for Myopia and Snowden excelling for Devon.
The annual public exhibition of gymnastics and athletic exercises by the pupils of Charlesbank Gymnasium will start at 2 30 p m A feature is Keith's Biograph filming views The athletic segment includes handicapped events with first and second prizes awarded in each event Resident John W Bowler has worked to ensure this year's show matches or surpasses prior efforts
A fragmented report notes a daytime pistol or airgun incident involving members of the Penacook Club and several local figures including De Comnael Paul Tad. The misshapen text mentions Hardini and an afternoon session at a cane and wine venue with vague details about a shootout or mishap.
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