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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 07, 1893

Page

3

Pittsburg Defeats Boston On Contested Calls At Home

July 6 Pittsburg manager and fans rail against umpire McLaughlin as Boston leads early then falters in sixth and ninth, with Pittsburg rallying to beat Boston five runs after costly Burgers errors. Manager Selee to protest to President Nick Young as players clash over calls and interference.

Pittsburg Bostons McLaughlin Aittle Burgers Pittsburgs Long McCarthy Nash Nick Young Selee R. B van Haltren Ces Donovan Beckley Seere Glasscock Avcacses Smith Bee Erbauer Boston Eweteeere Lowe Luffy Il Carroll Ehret Bennett Nichols Ols Lyons Tong Carroll Wilteh Ret Bierbauer Tucker Cincinnati Brooklyns Reds Brouthers Brooklyn Sullivan Murphy Stein Kinslow

Mid-Summer Festival Planned by Boston Residents

A large meeting at the Working Boys' Home on Bennett Street organized Boston’s annual mid-summer festival to be held at the Boston baset grounds on Saturday, August 5. Daniel P. Toomey chaired. William H. Dowling led as secretary. entertainment will feature B F Keith's artists. a Legislature vs City Council baseball game, lacrosse, numerous sports, dancing near the right field bleachers, and a grand fireworks finale. Committees were named for athletics, dancing, press, police and transportation.

Boston Baset Working Boys Bennett Street Daniel P. Toomey William H. Dowling John P. Dore B. F. Keith Boston Toomey Transor Aes

Griffin to clash with Sol Smith for featherweight crown

John T Griffin and Sol Smith set to fight in Chicago Monday evening over 6000 dollars and the featherweight championship. The Post will cover the bout with a special account by Rob Roy as the representative.

John T. Griffin Sol Smith Chicago Rob Roy Post

Baseball Talk on Boston Pitching and Management

Critics argue the Boston team overuses pitcher Nichols while Stivetts struggles to stay ready. Four games this week saw three starts by Nichols and two losses, prompting calls to rest overworked hurlers and enforce regular rotations amid frugal payroll constraints. Homestands near July 20 spark talk of field maintenance as infielders anticipate more grounders on shipshape diamonds.

Boston Stivetts Selee Nash Bostons Nichols McLaughlin Pittsburgs Boston Diamond John Hagzerty

Players Plan Thursday Ball Game and Variety Acts

A forthcoming ball game next Thursday promises much more than base hits. The program includes magic tricks by Harry Dixey, dances and posi­tion shifts in the field, talks by Harry M GLEwen and Denny Sullivan, parodies about theater and finance, a reading by George Appleton, and readings on etiquette and humor from local figures. The event blends sport with entertainment as Cambridge awaits the return of the ball.

Harry Dixey Cenines Charley Thayer John Dever Harry M’glewen Boston Cambridge Phil Shea The Tremontaire Denny Sullivan Saul Hamelburg Globe Theatre Frank Piper Billy Crane Ixion Hullgut Warden George Appleton

Dorchester Athletic Club Prepares Big Open Games

The Dorchester Athletic Club plans a major set of open events at Downer Landing on Aug 5 featuring sprints and jumps. Key athletes like Bernard Doherty Charley Crowley and Jere Booner train for N E A A U championships while prize lamps honor winners. Entries must use standard blanks with a 50 cent fee to John I Meakley Dorchester Athletic Club Dorchester.

Board of Governors Massachusetts Amateur Bowling League Warren M. Hill Nine Hundred and Ninety-ninth Artillery Association of Charlestown Dorchester Central Club J. H. Aubin Alls Dorchester Athletic Club Downer Landing New Fela Billy Clark Elmer White New England McLanghlin Worcester White Bernard Doherty Charley Crowley Jere Booner Billy Casey Clausen Carpenter C. P. Moakley Shead Glass Ben Hurd Charley Paine Billy Irwin Hopkins Billy Ryan Harvey Callahan Garland John I. Meakley Dorchester

Brooklyn Nets Inaugurate Pro Cycling Season In 1500 Crowd

Brooklyn July 6 National Cycling Association of America inaugurates its professional season before 1500 spectators. Races featured crashes for Berlo of Boston and C W Dorntge Hibulele but no serious injuries. First race quarter mile won by H C Wheeler. second race half mile won by Crocker with Appel second and Wheeler third. time 1m 10 17 60s. Third race two miles won by Wheeler, Dorntge second, Revlo third, Crocker fourth. Fourth race five miles won by Ashinger with Berlo second and P J Berlo third. times noted with distances and placements.

Brooklyn National Cycling Association of America Berlo Boston C. W. Dorntge Hibulele H. C. Wheeler PF. J. So H.G. Crocker Pime H. G. Crocker C. J. Appel Rochester H. ©. Wheeler W. Dorntge VY. J. Revlo W. Ashinger New Nant

Monmouth Park Five and a Half Furlongs Notebook

Diret race results from Monmouth Park New Jersey with Yemen winning the first race and Sirocco second and Appomattox third. Banquet led Pickpocket in the Banquet stakes second race with Miecken third. Seabright Stakes saw Jack of Spades win with Dobbins second. Palisade Stakes winner Ajax with Red Skin second and Sport third. Lord Nelson colt Reed finished first in five and one half furlongs. Sixth race covered Addle Beansey first, Mr Saas second, time 1 15.

Monmouth Park N. J Yemen Sirocco Appomattox Banquet Miecken Jack of Spades Dobbins Ajax Red Skin Sport Lord Nels App Theet Reed Addle Beansey Ducond Mr. Saas

Great Day at Franklin Park Trotting Meet

Franklin Park on July 6 hosted three great trotting races under clear skies drawing large crowds. In the 2:28 pacing class Foggy led early but Belle Wilkes faded. Josie Howe swept three heats to win with Valley Chief and Dandy Boy close. The 2:22 class saw Pilot and Miss Hunter duel while Corinne faltered then surged. after a multi heat sequence Jennie and Pilot claimed top spots before postponement.

Gray Franklin Park Opulence Belle Wilkes Foggy Valley Chief Dandy Boy Turk Burdette Big Johnny Josie Howe Belle Chief Merrill Howe Josie M. Josie Howe J. J. Thomas G. Dandy Boy T. S. Martin B.h. Burdett Tory É - UW Haddock B.n. E J. Middleby Dirk Secesesesses Scheeneses Ae Ceddeeeenans Miss Hunter Arago E Dora Thorne Prinsonian Jennit Corinne Pilot M.te Jennie Dora Conn Lothair Boy Archie B Pickett Prince McMahon Maggie T Sabatia Magerie T Maggie H. Pope J. Stuart B.g. Lothair Boy Scott McCoy Bain B. M. Lockwood G. Pickett J. M. Galvin B.g. Prince McMahon M. Demarest M. Demarest Ns. C.g

Malden Club Drops Peté Berlo From Membership

At a directors meeting the Malden Club quietly dropped Peté Berlo from the membership roll as he has joined the ranks of professional cyclists. The piece notes chatter about the cash prize league and amateur wheels weighing options amid uncertain future under the L A W.

Malden Peté Berlo Berlo Boston Wheeler Berle Dl. A. W Southern Statesman Rowe New York Waltham George Perkins Harris Kansas Brewster George A. Perkins State Highway Commission James Clark Detroit Wisner Walthams Natick Eddie McDuffee Cincinnati Gary Clark West Chicago Malden Club Brockton Saco Melrose Everett Edgeworth Lawrence Hyde Park J. B. McCune H. A. Lozier Lozier Manufacturing Company Cleveland

PUGILISHIC GOSSIP Includes Kilrain ties and late boxing plans

Pugilistic gossip from Cap tain Cooke in Baltimore to Jake Kilrain's circle. Moriarty writes of a Chicago trip, Erdman Hall bouts with Billy McMahon, Cooney with him, and McAuliffe's England sparring. Rumors link Griffo, Smith, Dixon, Choyinski, and Dempsey health with upcoming matches and travels to America and Australia.

T. J. Moriarty Lowell Captain Cooke Baltimore Jake Kilrain Chicago Erdman Hall Billy McMahon Tom Cooney Providence Jack McAuliffe England Alec Burns Homs Kensington Jake Hyams McAuliffe America Smiler Hales Australia the Post Griffo Billy Smith Jim Williams Salt Lake City Alec Greggains Williams Smith Griffin Jerry Barnet Dixon Johnny Weihardt Coney Island Corbett Columbia Buffalo Arthur Schramm Barney Schultz Fred Johnston Johnny van Heest van Heest Ave Mitchell Peter Jackson London West Indies Mose Gunst New York Sally Smith Johnny Griffin Harry Newmyer Peter Maher Billy Woods Maher Hegin Joe Choyinski George Dixon Danny Daly Joedard Joe Butler Philadelphia Goddard GeapAeon Jack Dempsey Billy Hennessy Tom West Jimmy Kelly Billy Hennessey Tim West Joe King Boston Asta Alec Greins Jimmyelly Hennessey Mitch Kelly King Greggains

Repeal That Sherman Law Agitates New York Chamber

New York Chamber of Commerce meets to condemn the Sherman act silver clause, urging swift repeal. The unanimous resolution cites financial stagnation, distrust of silver, and calls for a seven member committee to coordinate repeal efforts with other chambers. A communication to the President and national chambers is approved.

New York Chamber of Commerce Alexander E. Orr John Claflin Europe Rand- Www Pkment Congress United Staates Windmuller Washington Cornelius N. Bliss Mr. Claflin John Clafk Henry Hentz Gustav H. Schwab W. T. Trenholm C. N. Bliss J. E. Simmons John Sloane

Henley Regatta Roundup Delivers Tight Finishes

Fine weather at Henley aided rapid progress as Leander beat Dublin University by two and a quarter lengths in the grand challenge cup second round. London Club defeated Thames by three and a half. W M Boyd beat F Boudin in diamond sculls. Kennedy and Biddington also progressed. Eton and Radley topped Trinity in the ladies plate. Thames Rowing Club won a heat, with others rowing over.

London Henley Leander Rowing Club Dublin University London Rowing Club Thames Rowing Club W. M. Boyd Trinity College Dublin Francis Boudin Societe a'Encouragement Sport Nautique Kennedy Kingston Rowing Club Gill Trinity Magdalen College Royal Chester Molesey New College Guy Nickalls Charles Fenwick Societe d’Encouragement Sport Nautique

Rowed 1200 Miles to Toledo Boat Scout's Long Journey

After five weeks of sculling over 1200 miles F G Appley of the Pawtucket Boat Club reached Toledo on his way to Chicago. He aims to hug the shore to Lake Michigan. His shell weighs twenty pounds and is one sixty fourth of an inch thick.

Toledo F. G. Appley Pawtucket Boat Club Chi Py Lake

Tuxedo Park Tennis Results Spark Midday Drama

At Tuxedo Park on July 6 the men’s singles semi finals saw Marion Wright of New Haven defeat J. W. Nichols Jr. 2-6 6-3 7-5, while Clarence Highyets of New York toppled Wright 6-2 6-2 in the final. In doubles Hobart and Hovey defeated Nichols and a partner 6-0, with another notable match featuring W. Post and G. Campbell prevailing 6-1 6-0.

Tuxedo Park Marion Wright New Haven J. W. Nichols, Jr Clarence Highyets New York Clarence Hobart Fred H. Hovey Duncan Candler Jeiy OL

Massachusetts Yacht Club Regatta Opens Off Ester Bay Clubhouse

The Massachusetts Yacht Club held its first regatta off its est er Bay clubhouse yesterday afternoon. The race was open to outboats of the sixth and seventh classes, 21 and 15 footers. Two entries were made: H. G. Otis's Arabap pie led the race and finished ahead, with Joe The Mag the entire in collegiate.

Massachusetts Yacht Club Ester Bay Club H. G. Otis Stead Appie Joe the Mag

Bass Catches Nine Pound Seven Ounce Record At Lake Winnepesogee

Centre Harbor July 6 Special to the Post The Orpheus Musical Society of Boston joins in lake fishing on Winnepesogee A. F. Gagnsien president of the society nets a nine pound seven ounce black bass largest ever taken in the lake The fish fights hard wedging between rocks until Dr Chapeau arrives to assist Then a playful dive and tickling touch leads to the bass release The Walton gold medal is awarded to Gaenssien under rules set by Pearl The dedication speech by H C Lagreze reflects on fishermen and virtue in light of the feat and medal presentation

Centre Harbor Isaac Walton Lake Winnepescogee Orpheus Musical Society of Boston Orpheus Eurydice Hells Musical Society A. F. Gagnasien Chapeau Mr. Gaensslen Gaenssien Leckebusch Mr. Pearl H. C. Lagreze Walton

Porter Presented to President Montt in Chile

United States Minister Porter was formally presented to Chilean President Montt at the Moneda. Montt hailed US friendship and the US to draw closer ties. Porter promised to convey Cleveland’s desire to renew close bonds and forget past disagreements. Crowd cheered Porter and Cleveland as Porter departed.

New York the Herald Valparaiso United States Porter Montt Moneda Monit Chile Republic North Cleveland Mr. Porter Patrick Egan

Inquest Opens Into Deaths At Newport Gun Cotton Factory

Coroner Stanhope opened an inquest into the deaths of three civilians killed in the Newport torpedo station gun cotton factory explosion. Testimony suggested the fire started near dryer No 1 or a picker, overheating powder cans. No persons were blamed to date. several sailors were on site.

Newport Stanhope Department Washington Converse Belknap Capehart Capébart

New Jersey Sheep & Wool Firms Fail at Jersey City

On July 6 the New Jersey Sheep & Wool Company and the Gosnevyport Market Sheep Company failed at the Central Stock Yards in Jersey City. The collapse sparks fear for many small firms tied to them. assets are unclear and liabilities exceed a half million dollars. GOV FLOWER STOPS A RUN. In Watertown executions, a run began at the Jefferson County Savings Bank. Governor Ower witnessed the event and assured safety of the bank.

New York New Jersey Sheep & Wool Company Ganesvyport Market Sheep Company New Jersey Central Stock Yards Jersey City Sheep & Wool Company James N. Pidcock J. N. Pidcock, Jr. C. Brand Trenton Flower Watertown N. Y Jefferson County Savings Bank Ower

President Cleveland to write message at Bustard’s Bay

Report states President Cleveland will draft his extra session message at Bustard’s Bay. The vacation aims to allow careful preparation without interference from office seekers. The note suggests he intends to devote significant effort to the document.

Washington Cleveland Bustard's Bay

The Duke Veragua Faces Loss Of Estate

In Chicago on July 6, friends and advisers of the Duke of Veragua plan a fund drive to aid his family as his Spanish finances threaten to seize his estate. Thomas W. Palmer will chair a committee to receive subscriptions across the United States and other American nations. Funds will be invested in U.S. securities and held in trust for Don Cristoval Colon and Dona Maria del Pillar. Madrid reports say the duke's Madrid residence, furniture, art, and library were seized by creditors during his Chicago World’s Fair visit.

Chicago Duke of Veragua Spain Thomas W. Palmer United States West Indies Don Cristoval Colon Dona Maria del Pillar Duke of Veragua Madrid

Woman Attempted Suicide At North End Home

Mary A. Rourke aged 26 attempted suicide at 2 30 PM yesterday at 104 Prince Street North End. She cut her throat with a large table knife causing a four inch wound. She was found by others, taken to Station 1, treated by Dr Dunn, and later moved to City Hospital.

Mary A. Rourke Prince Street North End Station 1 Dunn City Hospital

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