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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1916
Page
11
Boston pitchers George Tyler and Tom Hughes led a combined three hit effort as the Braves defeated the Pirates 6 to 1 in game one and 9 to 5 in game two. A furious ninth inning clinched the nightcap after Pittsburgh tied the score in the eighth.
Heavy hitting by the Braves sinks Pirates in two games. In game one Maranville and Snodgrass spark timely hits as Jacobs is roughed up. In game two Evans struggles as Gowdy, Tyler and Egan drive in runs, while Carey makes a sensational catch and Pittsburgh plates late.
Secretary H F Whitney of the USGA announced the pairings for the national amateur championship at Merion Golf Club Philadelphia starting next Monday. The 36 hole qualifying rounds will be split between east and west courses with morning and afternoon sessions. Several former champions will be absent including Jerome Travers Walter Travis Findley S Douglas C B MacDonald and H Chandler Hagan. Robert A Gardner who won last year may not defend his title due to an infected finger.
Worcester exploded for five runs in the sixth inning aided by five hits and two walks to erase a close game. Bridgeport managed two runs on three hits and stolen bases in the same frame but failed to sustain offense in other innings. Maloney Potteiger and Cooney led Worcester’s attack with multiple hits and runs, while Russell struggled with control in relief.
New Haven wins 6 to 4 over Lawrence in a loosely played contest. Nutter provided the defense with two key outs at the plate. O Connell Goward Riconda Fuller and Nutter sparked the offense with multiple hits and runs.
Springfield 38 Lynn 1 as Justin hurls a complete game tight defense limits Lynn to one run. Booe Carroll and Hickey pace the hits with two base hits apiece as Springfield builds a decisive lead early and holds on for the victory.
Hartford was shut out 8 to 0 by the Planters in Hartford. Paddy Martin held the bases tight, while Lyons found space for the Planters offense. New London dominated and Zimmerman's 18 game hit streak ended with no hit today. A doubleheader is scheduled for tomorrow between the two teams.
Portland bashed Smith and beat Lowell 9 to 1. Wild throw by Lonergan and early singles produced Lowell’s lone run in the first inning while Portland pounded Tuckey, tallying nine runs on 14 hits. Six Portland players contributed multiple hits as the game lasted 37 minutes with eight walks issued to Smith.
The second day of Concord four days carnival on the Concord Centre playground saw Concord Playground defeat Concord Junction 72 to 45 in a boys and girls track meet. Several hundred participants attended with the girls events drawing the most interest.
The column traces fading giants like McGraw and Mack as players move, touts Dan Flynn’s confidence to beat Fred Fulton in Minneapolis, and previews the Newark A A U championships with local fans and officials set to attend. It highlights Homer Baker Ted Meredith Joe Loomis Sweden invite and New England swimming trials with Leo Johnson and Leo Foley in key clashes.
The Browns highlighted by a polished shortstop display from the young Lavan impressed in an exhibition at the local park. The counters from the Sox were kept in check as the game unfolded with solid defense and timely plays throughout.
Phillies beat the Cubs 8 to 3 as Rixey shut down Chicago while Vaughn and Prendergast were battered. Errors by the Cubs aided Philadelphia runners. poor fielding aided the visitors. New York players traded for Zimmerman did not arrive but are expected tomorrow.
Colorado Springs Athletic Club announces the Welsh White championship bout set for Labor Day will be held as scheduled despite railroad disruption rumors. The decision follows reports the fight might be postponed until the railway issue settles.
New York scored when opportunities arose and won the second game of the series in Cincinnati 8 to 3. McCarty debuted behind the plate for the visitors, delivering solid hitting and fielding, while Zimmerman sat out as Lobert moved to third and Herzog to second.
Georges Wiley and Clarence Carman face Georges Seres and Vincent Madonna in a 60 mile motor-paced team race at Revere. Madonna has shown strong form in recent weeks, challenging the American duo as Seres supports his partner. Wiley and Carman have dominated many team events this season.
Arrangements are complete for an inter city Knights of Columbus baseball series between San Salvador Council of New York and Pere Marquette Council of Boston. First game at Fenway Park next Saturday 3:30 p.m. Second game Labor Day morning 10:30 at M street playgrounds. Final game Labor Day afternoon 2:45 at Walpole street grounds. M D Kidder becomes Portland Reo agent.
In a tight feature at the Arena, Frankie Callahan of New York defeats Harry Carlson of Brockton by decision after outworking him in body shots and kidney blows. Earlier, Pat Owens and Louis Leonard drew, Siegle defeated Lee, and Sheppard beat Donovan. next Tuesday features Britt versus Moore with a 12 round semi and Brooks facing Butler.
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