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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1897
Page
3
Boston leads with a 23 point margin as Baltimore stands second and Cincinnati wins. Brooklyn loses to Pittsburg while Killen and Hawley face suspension. Rain halted Louisville and Boston from playing. two games scheduled to start at 2 p.m.
Wet grounds forced a postponement of the Louisville Boston match at South End. Two games are set for this afternoon starting at 2 p m with Kiobedanz and Sullivan likely officiating. The Colonels mourn the ground closure while players seek recreation at Charley Lavis’s alleys as Duffy, Lavis, Boles, McAlpine and Barry prepare for the season. Louisville eyes Magee to pitch. Nance and Wagner impress in the outfield, while Sockalexs sits home with a stone bruise enabling O’Connor to get extra right field time.
Brooklyn hosts the Pirates as both Killen and Fisher struggle with runners left on base. The Brooklyns win a tight game to complete a three game sweep with a double header planned for tomorrow.
In Washington on August 24 Cincinnati won 9 to 6 as a misplayed ball by Brown led to costly errors. A poor judgment call near the fifth allowed Cincinnati to pull ahead with no effort. Attendance was about 3,000.
At Buffalo Scranton Buffalo blanked opponents 8 to 0. In Lancaster Penn Lancaster MI Norfolk won 2 to nothing. The second game Norfolk defeated Lancaster 6 to 4. At Richmond VA Richmond beat Reading 14 to 1.
Tim Hurst the baseball umpire suffered a brain hemorrhage after a foul ball struck him in the head during the second Brooklyn Pittsburgh game at Eastern Park. He is hospitalized at the Hotel Bartholdi and doctor says he will be out in a week.
In Boston a two game slate is discussed with 2 P M start. Hickman’s prospects, Sullivan’s chance to pitch, and Lake’s bench time are debated while Revere A A faces Mt Washingtons at Everett grounds. Talks of Murray Irwin’s re organization and upcoming open date with Cleveland fill the scene.
Philadelphia won both games against St Louis in Philadelphia today. Errors by the Browns in the first inning sparked the opener while the second game featured decisive hitting. Lally was injured by a pitched ball in the first game and Murphy replaced him behind the plate. Hart was relieved by Southoff in the second inning. Cooley was ejected for disputing the umpire in the second game.
In Baltimore the Orioles beat Chicago 3 to 2 in the first game and tied the second at Baltimore, Md. on August 24. Hoffer held the visitors to few hits in the opener, while Pond started the second game and yielded two homers before Amole took over. The contest ended after eight innings due to darkness with 6,260 in attendance. The first game's score and details follow.
Pittsburg Pennsylvania August 24 4 President Kerr of the local ball team wired Manager Donovan to suspend pitchers Hawley and Killen without pay until they prove they are in condition to pitch winning ball He says Hawley and Killen are out of form or not trying to pitch and that rest without pay will do them good
Great preparations are under way for the third athletic and social entertainment and dance of Company A Hibernian Knights Roxbury. Four gold medals will be awarded to the top tug of war team and a pair of silver bracelets to the best costumed lady. Tickets include a coupon for a chance on a ladies gold watch. Entries and $1 fee due before Sept 90 to Captain John O Leary 160 Cabot street with referee Mr John B O Higgins.
The writer appeals for thoughtful, civil debate on city issues, urging editors to publish concise letters that offer clear perspectives without personal attacks. Highlights the value of constructive criticism, evidence, and respect for diverse viewpoints to better inform readers and shape policy dialogue.
Stormy day at Manchester for the women’s golf championships. Eight entrants qualified for the first round as Miss Hoyt and Miss Sargent led the field with strong drives and low scores. Entries from Essex County Club dominated with Mrs Hooper and Miss Sargent among the frontrunners.
Kiser defeats Bald in two sprint heats to claim a $1000 purse at Buffalo Athletic Field. Loughead and Cooper also compete with tight finishes. Exhibition rides by Zimmerman and Powell set amateur track records.
News brief surveys cycling meets across New Hampshire and nearby towns with dates, venues, and entry details. It covers Nashua summer meet, Wayside Park events in Framingham, Manhattan Beach circle, Haverhill, Newburyport, and Boston area legs, plus prize notes and entry deadlines.
Boxing gossip notes Dave Sullivan sails from New York with Spike and Patsy Haley to train for a world bantam title bout against Pedlar Palmer in London. The column covers Sam Kelly vs Austin Rice, title ambitions, and various upcoming matchups including Jack Sharkey and Peter Maher with Keen eyes on future bouts and money offers. The piece also comments on Shane Brady’s contract terms and Sharkey’s stance on a deal.
The failed conference between miners and operators leaves the strike continuing. Miners demand a 69 cent rate with arbitration, while operators plan to open mines immediately and import new workers if needed. President Ratchford cites no alternative plan beyond arbitration and a possible general conference.
Knights of Columbus announce their first annual picnic and field day at Caledonian Grove West Roxbury on Saturday September 4 with an amateur athletic meet sanctioned by the NEA A A U. Open and Knights of Columbus only events listed with 10 cent entry. entries close August 31.
Secretary Bliss announces a towboat will shuttle yachts from Hull to Plymouth for South Shore races this afternoon if weather allows. Yachtsmen will subscribe to cover actual expenses as races begin Thursday. Duxbury Yacht Club starts at 8 45 a m tomorrow with a race for all classes except the knockabout. Friday Kingston Yacht Club holds its race with water sports added to attract spectators.
Miss Hattie H Tooker, an artist, coasted down a hill four miles from town when her bicycle chain broke and threw her to the ground. A passing doctor treated a deep scalp cut with water and adhesive tape from a rider’s roll saved by two wheelmen, and Tooker was later returned home for care. injuries not serious.
Readville races halted by rain will be called at 12 30 today. Events include the unfinished 2 08 pace the 2 11 trot and the 2 11 pace and the 3 year old trotting stake. Noted horses Abcidalia Baron Rogers and Frank Bogash set to compete in key pacing and trotting events.
The first match race of a three race series between Cock Robin, a jib and mainsail modified yacht, and Hoodlum, winner of twelve straight races, sails this afternoon off Marblehead. Spectators expect fast times from Cock Robin while Hoodlum aims to extend her win streak as the series concludes tomorrow and Friday.
Commodore George H. Perkins retired from racing and sent his top horses to the Webster farm. Maple Valley remains the standout in his string. He has sold Stiletto, a five year old bay gelding, to George F. Durgin of Concord. Perkins notes the unproductive season and heavy outlay.
In Newport on April 2 in a stiff north wind the 30 footers contested the Jones cup on the Jamestown course. Vaquero quit early due to rigging damage. Puck collided with J R Drexel’s Beatrice, stove a hole and retired. Start time was 3 o clock.
Major Grady commanded the Ninth Regiment as they held a weekly drill before a large crowd. Spectators watched marching evolutions and the manual of arms with full ranks, while the signal corps demonstrated flag signaling methods in the corner. The rehearsal occurs ahead of their Providence gate visit, promising strong display against Rhode Island troops.
In Charleston Aug. 24 Senator Ben Tillman and his reform party face a liquor crisis after a federal judge allows whiskey sales against the State dispensary. Counties reopen saloons, dispensary revenue sinks, and Tillman considers returning to lead a shift away from the dispensary toward a high license system as his influence wanes. The faction fears losing monopoly profits and struggles to pass a national whiskey bill.
Rates for coastwise sailing vessels rise as tonnage remains scarce. Coal shipments from Philadelphia to port fetch 60 to 65 cents per ton, Baltimore at 70 cents, with 5 to 15 cents more for routes via multiple bridges. Palmers contract 15,000 tons Baltimore to Boston and Portland at 70 to 75 cents per ton. Savannah coal at 95 cents, lumber at $4.50 per 1000. Two years of low rates forced coasting vessels to accept losses to keep crews employed.
Vessels of the North Atlantic Squadron sighted in Frenchman's Bay just after 10 this forenoon. Commodore Crowninshield and family aboard the Dolphin with Secretary Long in attendance. Thousands watch from shore. On Saturday J Montgomery Sears of Boston hosts a fleet officers picnic at Jordan's Pond.
Police report Howard E. Berry aged 35 of Milton was arrested for embezzling a horse harness and wagon belonging to William Gillard of Dorchester on the 20th inst. Berry faces a formal charge and awaits further proceedings. Local authorities described the case as a horse related embezzlement from a Dorchester property.
James Sweeney of 330 Sumner Street East Boston died at his residence last evening at 7:40. Dr Sweeney stated death was due to natural causes. Associate Medical Examiner Stedman was notified.
The Southern railway is promoted as a mighty trunk system linking the South with major industrial centers. It highlights a strong steel-rail roadway, modern safety devices, and elegant through trains with day coaches dining cars Pullman sleepers and observation cars. It promises swift reliable service to Nashville and southern resorts, with New York through trains via the Pennsylvania system at no charge to southern points.
Editor in the Boston Post warns that a broad era of prosperity could blunt agitation for free silver. The brief letter asserts economic improvement reduces demand for monetary reform and urges readers to weigh the movement against stable prices and sound money.
The O Connell Gaelic footballers issue a challenge to any county team, Kerry or Waterford preferred, with players who have played in the old country and for the named county. A rep will attend the Post next Sunday evening to arrange a match, with Messrs Costello Sullivan and several players reportedly ready to race for the purse.
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