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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1894
Page
3
The Cleveland quartet produced twenty nine hits with Staley also suffering as the team rises near the top. Other games shortened the day’s slate as rivals contested standings and key performances shaped the late season race.
Boston Braves pounded John Clarkson and Cleveland with heavy hitting, riding two home runs by Tucker and Stivetts and a first inning burst to win as the crowd lingered. The seven Cleveland runs failed to match Boston’s eleven in one inning and a later scoring surge.
In Louisville on July 5 Wes Westervelt and Menefee pitched well while Richardson and Denny contributed errors that doomed Louisville to a 10 to 9 loss to New York. Attendance was 1300. Scoring details show New York ahead 10 9 in a high scoring contest with both sides committing several errors. Batteries were Menefee and Grim for Louisville and Westervelt and Wilson for New York.
St Louis defeated Brooklyn 13 to 12 after Brooklyn plated seven runs in the first inning. Hawley relieved Breitenstein, Daub was replaced after four innings, and Gastright followed. Attendance was about 2,000 as St Louis posted 13 runs on 17 hits while Brooklyn had 12 runs on 14 hits with 6 errors.
Cincinnati reports the Reds defeated Baltimore by six runs on July 5 extending their winning streak to eleven games.
A playful notice advertises haircut services at Alland Bros located at 19 Tremont Row with no extra charge and a friendly invitation to customers to come and see the skilled barbers.
Hawke's curve held firm early as Baltimore struggled to solve Dwyer until the seventh inning. Cincinnati staged late contact with Clarke homering and a pair of late hits, but Baltimore escaped with a 2 to 0 score. Batteries Dwyer Vaughn Murphy Hawke Clarke.
Washington opened strong with seven runs in the third but Chicago rebounded to seize the lead and the Senators could not hold on. Ryan hit a home run as Chicago posted 16 hits to Washington’s 12 with two Chicago errors and three by Washington. Attendance listed as 1,000.
Pittsburg beat Philadelphia 3 to 1 as Colcolough and Merritt pitched well despite Merritt’s wild plays. Attendance 2000. Hits 12 for Pittsburg and 10 for Philadelphia. Errors 2 on each side. Batteries Colcolough Merritt and Carsey Buckley.
In Fall River at home, the club defeated Pawtucket 8 to 0 after a lopsided affair. Mellor struggled with poor support as regular umpire absent. James Kelly stood in. Fall River batted 17 hits to Pawtucket’s 11 and committed 2 errors to Pawtucket’s 13. Batteries were Viau and Rollins for Fall River, Mellor and Roach for Pawtucket.
Bangor jumped to a four run lead in the first inning on two Lewiston errors, four walks, and two singles. ONeil pitched well for Bangor while Leighton’s running catch and Moore's fielding highlighted the defense. Final hits were Bangor seven, Lewiston seven with Bangor prevailing 6 to 4.
Brockton defeated Worcester 3 to 2 after an evenly played contest. Both pitchers excelled at times and strong fielding stood out with Corbett and Corcoran making key plays. Hits were 9 for Brockton and 8 for Worcester, errors 2 and 1 respectively. Batteries Braham and Connaughton for Brockton, Crane and Hayes for Worcester.
In Haverhill on July 5 Portland overwhelmed Haverhill 8 to 0 in a short, lifeless game. Portland had 11 hits and one error to Haverhill’s 8 hits and 7 errors. Batteries were Dolan and Mahoney for Portland and Doe, Watson and Sweeney for Haverhill.
In Providence Providence beat Spring field 11 to 8 while Erie defeated Buffalo 14 to 5. Wilkesbarre edged Binghamton 11 to 8 and Syracuse won over Troy 7 to 6.
Scituate High School faced the Egyptians on the Fourth in Scituate. Duff produced a one-handed stop, Lee excelled in base running, and Welch delivered powerful batting for the Egyptians. Garceau saved the game with a timely place hit and strong coaching. Score shows the Egyptians winning.
Boston sits near the top as Nash's men chase first place with a split today and tomorrow while Baltimore rests. A Boston win and Baltimore loss could crown the leaders. a Boston win and Baltimore loss would force a tie. Cleveland climbs while Cincinnati surges. Comiskey's squad shows activity as four teams below Boston fight. St Louis Chicago and Cincinnati have no games today with Sunday action upcoming. Boston visits Captain Anson's home Monday before finishing the week at Cincinnati. The team is due home July 20.
Dick O'Brien, welterweight champion of New England, will fight Joe Walcott in a fifteen round bout at the Casino tonight. Weighs around 152 pounds for O'Brien and about 140 for Walcott. no substitutions, no postponement. Both fighters are described as hard hitters and earnest workers with O'Brien favored in the local rings.
The British steam yacht Cleopatra, chartered to L. Barbour, sailed from Cowes and reached New York this morning after a thirteen days voyage. The brigantine-rigged craft features a fiddle bow and long overhang aft and is owned by Mr. John Lysait of Bristol.
Bar re Vermont July 5 A corollary and elbow wrestling match between David Spicer of Barre and Tom Comstock of East Montpelier for $20 drew 600 spectators. Spicer won in three straight bouts with F Bruce as referee.
In London dated July 5, the Henley Regatta saw the brothers Nickalls win the doubles after Toronto's Wright failed to start. The Regatta also featured heats in diamond sculls and the Weyford and Thames challenge cups, with Oxford and London clubs strong among the results.
The Essex County Club plans a burlesque baseball game using a football in the first half and a tennis ball later. July and August matches feature married vs unmarried, Newton Nine, Nahant Club, Beacon Nine, and Boston Athletic Club with Nahant as a venue. The tennis tournament begins July 16 with notable players and a closing dinner and dance. A Shinnecock Club golf match on August 4 carries a $100 cap, with return games in September. Forty three new members were admitted on July 4.
A large St James Church gathering last night set July 25 at Highland Lake Grove for a parish poor-relief picnic. W J McIntire led the general committee with merchants and charitable workers on board. Entertainment promises top vaudeville acts and past favorites will be surpassed by this year’s bill. The sports lineup includes fairs for girls and boys, archery for ladies, a ball game for parishioners, and a married versus single men contest, with dancing and St James Orchestra throughout.
Captain Thomas Walsh of the Shamrock Hurling Club in Lynn states no team member took part in Wednesday morning game on the Common. He says the club is willing to meet any rival team for any amount, any day or any Saturday afternoon during July and August, in Lynn or Boston.
A Oxford telegram reports Yale players decor ated Oxford with American flags yesterday. The team members set off fireworks when police arrived and took their names, though locals doubt the incident was serious.
Col Ben Lovell receives cordial invitation from General Alger to join a European tour. The Lovell Diamond racer featured at several meets on July 4 winning multiple prizes in Providence Fitchburg Saxonville Weymouth Somerville. Ed McDuffee distinguished in road and track events after Poorman ride shifted to Class B in the afternoon abandoning Class A amateur ranks. Billy Murphy claims his brother was the sole B entrant at a New Jersey meet on July 4 and took three first prizes for exhibition rides. Nat Butler entered in Providence road race. Franklin Park chairs planned for next July 4. controversy over officials sitting during events. New office created at Franklin Park for referee’s machine. Fecitt and Union button promotions. Officials hosted at Tremont House with dinners and toasts. Counts of race officials listed. Portland to Boston trip by George B Goodhue and William Gillis succeeded in 10h 25m despite heat and wind. Medford parade awards favor Press club. Tommy Shephard wins appearance prize. Hopedale Cycle Company meets Milford Saturday with several races. Massachusetts club members planning Gloucester trip. Somerville anniversary ride seen as aldermanic. Captain Dave Harvey ends scorching on club runs by extinguishing bunting fire with water and mats.
New York July 5 Raymond of the League of American Wheelmen suspends several top Class A riders amid an amateur status probe. Names include McCurdy Wenzell Meishon Grauch Heishley Kearns Jackson Foster Kopp Childs Banker Porter Robinson Clark Wettergreen Sweet Mayo Williams and Haggerty among others. Savannah track record for John S Johnson granted. C R Conaway declared professional. some transfers recalled and suspensions lifted after prize disputes.
A welcome visitor to the Journal composing room earlier shared in honoring Stephen W. Foster who after forty years as night foreman recently resigned. Acting Chairman Joseph Barker presented a Malacca wood gold headed walking stick with a miniature timepiece as a testimonial from fellow employees. Foster thanked them, noting time would not be as heavy on his hands in retirement.
Regular summer school courses began yesterday at Harvard. Physical training led by Dr Sargent runs since June 28 with sixty eight pupils. Dr G W Fitz lectures on physiology and emergency. Professor Munsterberg teaches psychology. he follows Wundt and is among the era's leading psychologists. Over thirty courses are offered, most elementary relative to college work. Summer school officers include N S Shaler, chairman, with A S Hill, D G Lyon, P H Hanus and T H Richards.
The Rutland July races closed today. Jessie W. Frill won the Berrick House stakes while Jones Ordway and Hi Wilkes finished first and second in the free-for-all pacing. Home Brewed and J. O. R. placed in the 2:35 event.
In Lynn on Marley street Julia Sullivan a Virginia immigrant known as a miser died on her doorstep. Police and medical examiner report heart disease and a fall as the cause while noting a claimed $2500 is hidden at home but not found. City to arrange burial.
Weeh Haven July 5 Kellams stable at Wallace and Franklin streets burned with losses near 7000 with little insurance. Fire chief Andrew J Kennedy was on an elevator on the third floor when ropes gave way and the elevator plunged to the cellar breaking two ribs. His recovery is deemed unlikely. Kennedy is a renowned firefighter.
In Lynn July 5, Democratic clubs held a union picnic in Lynnfield with about 400 attendees. The Father Mathew T. A. Society also hosted an annual picnic at Highland Lake Grove, with nearly 800 members and friends traveling from the city. A baseball game and a program of sports followed the arrivals.
Patrick F. Snow of East Dedham faced Trial Justice Wakefield on a charge of egon liquors with intent to sell illegally. He was found guilty and fined $0, but appealed and posted $500 bond for Norfolk Superior Court at the next term.
A spark from a passing locomotive ignited timber near Pomona this morning and by tonight a severe forest fire rages through the area threatening the village of Doughty Mill, located in the heart of the forest.
William Flanagan, 50, of 39 Bow Street Charlestown, was injured yesterday afternoon when a pile of lumber toppled in the Fitchburg railroad yard. He suffered a broken right leg and was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital.
In general order No. 214 issued by the Board of Police last night Patrolman Walter M Berry of Division 4 was transferred to Division 16 and Reserve Officer Albert E Yeaton moved from Division 16 to Division 4.
A large fire in Kingsley Michigan on July 5 threatens the entire village. Firecrackers started the blaze and strong winds push flames through the town. Estimated losses reach at least 60000 dollars.
London July 5 M G Drage secretary of the recent Imperial commission on labor is aboard the Cunard steamer Pavonia sailing from Liverpool for Boston.
The Independent reports that O'Donovan Rossa will be a candidate for city marshal of Dublin at the next election.
Old Franklin Park Sau gus hosts third day of racing with 2:24 pacers and 2:19 trotting wins. Cephas dominates 2:19 class in three straight heats while Abeto sweeps 2:28 pacing, Donne placed third in 2:28 heat. Weathered crowd sees Helen edge Jed Davis in a tight stretch. race postponed to 2 pm for remaining heats.
A Brooklyn mandamus compels Mayor Schieren to issue a Seaside Athletic Club license, rebuking arbitrary refusal. The piece notes boxing interests may return to the old Coney Island arena if promoters keep peace, with mixed views on recent bouts and managers including Carroll and Abbott.
The St Johnsbury Driving Club attracted a crowd for day two of races with Fannie R winning the 3 minute class for a 150 dollar purse. Halidan took the 2:35 class 200 dollar purse and Myra Wilkes topped the 2:30 class 200 dollar purse. Free for all saw Robert H win with Governor Hendee placing second. Times ranged from 2:25 to 2:41.
Crowds attend the Concord Driving Park races on July 5. Favorites dominate wagering with Aldine favored in the pacing event and Pan Clare opening at long odds before breaking away. Mary B. faltered in heats two and three after a fast start, allowing Aldine to build an insurmountable lead as Pan Clare posted a 2:26 effort.
At Rigby Park Portland on July 5 Lightning set the fastest mile in 2 13 4 in the first heat of the 2 15 race. Early Bird won the next three heats and the money. Maria Theresa captured the 2 30 pacing and Donald the 2 27 trotting in straight heats.
Skowhegan Me July 5 closing day at Elmwood Park Norridgewock saw winners in two classes Ned H horse Lady Franklin China Boy May Gift with times 2 26 and 2 0 and placements 1 2 1 2 respectively.
In Sheepshead Bay on July 5 first race over Futurity course saw May Day filly win with Reiff first and War Bonnet third. Time 1 11. Second race covered five furlongs with Gutta Peroba first, Midstey second, Prince of Monaco third. Time not fully recorded.
At Tuxedo Park New York July 5 only Foote of Yale and Chace of Brown reach the singles final, to face Clarence Hobart on Saturday for the title. Foote defeats Hall while Chace upsets Terry to set the championship match. doubles action progresses with Yale pairs and other club teams advancing.
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