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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1920
Page
13
Detroit reports a 3 1 victory by Boston as Pennock outpitched Old Doc Ayers in a game that evened the series. Veach and Flagstead led Boston with timely hits, while Heilmann Cobb and Vitt contributed for Detroit.
The Red Sox offense began with Mike Menosky’s first inning single to right followed by Harry Hooper’s center field hit. Schang filled in the gap as Menosky paused at second, and Hughie’s lineup adjustments failed to impress the local audience.
New York Giants batter three Cincinnati pitchers for 16 hits and win 11 to 1. Wallie provides score with a single to right as Menosky homers, while Veach, Flagstead and McInnis contribute in a day heavy on offense. The Tigers tie briefly then fade, and Boston adds a fourth inning run on a muffed fly. The scene shifts to the rubber game.
Hal Chase former Pacific Coast and major league player was barred from all league parks by Pacific Coast League president W H McCarthy. Simultaneously Salt Lake Club outfielder Hart Maggart was released unconditionally by Salt Lake Club president W H Lane.
Executives acted after a gambling investigation. McCarthy accused Charles A. Baum of being approached by Chase with a money betting proposition, which Baum rejected. Magegart was released by Salt Lake club, and Chase was barred from California Mission league play, forfeiting his San Jose club stake.
Smith struck out 13 and held Chicago to 4 as Boston grabbed the lead with Lynott driving in three, while Detroit routed Cincinnati 16 3 amid 10 errors. In the printers national baseball tournament Detroit piled on late errors and hits to seal the blowout.
The Catholic Club of Lexington schedules its fourth annual field day at Lexington Athletic Field on Labor Day Sept. 6. Organizers aim for the most elaborate event yet with numerous track and field events and a baseball game listed.
The Braves lost 3 to 2 to the Pittsburgh Pirates yesterday at Grant Park. Gibs on S hustling Pittsburgers claimed a third win in the series, leaving the Tribesmen wary for the farewell game today.
In a brisk game the Pirates edge the Tribesmen as Elmer Ponder disables a late surge. Southworth and Bain contribute key hits while Max Carey nearly makes a circus catch in left center.
Jack Sharkey of New York and Terry Martin of Providence fought 12 rounds to a draw at the Mechanics building before about 5000 fans. Referee Al Delmont kept order as both men pressed, with Sharkey showing a strong body attack and Martin rallying late to split rounds in a whirlwind bout.
George Tyler of the Cubs returns to form after dental extraction. Doctors linked arm soreness to infected teeth and removal restored his speed and control. He will continue pitching the season as his curves and nerves improve.
The United States dominated the Olympic target shooting events at Revolloo Belgium on August 3, winning seven of eight events and placing highly in seven individual contests. Final points show the U S 43, Sweden Norway 9, Denmark 7, Switzerland 6 1 2, Brazil 6, France 4, Greece 2, South Africa 2 and inland 11 2.
The Toledo race scene reports Juno, the favorite, easily outclassed the field in the News-Bee 2:10 pace, racing at Fort Miami track. Juno led the first heat with an late surge, finishing two lengths ahead, while Peter Lock edged to victory in the final heat at the wire.
James Wray, a leading rowing coach formerly at Harvard University, will train candidates for the Lone Star Boat Club to compete in the Middle States Rowing Association regatta on Labor Day at the Harlem River.
Tonight at Webster Massachusetts Chick Hayes of this city fights Jimmy Sulli van of New York in the 12 round main event at the Lakeside A C.
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