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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1896
Page
3
In the ninth inning Stivetts was replaced as the pitcher. Boston won the game while McFarland, new to umpiring, earned general satisfaction for his officiating.
Boston edged Louisville 6 to 4 in a game featuring new Senators Crooks and Rogers. Cunningham hit a key home run for Louisville, while Nichols closed out the ninth to preserve the win for Boston amid tied scores and late rallies.
Chicago scored in the eighth to edge Baltimore 23 to 11 after Clarkson left the mound. Griffith tired late as Pond and Clarke starred for Baltimore. Attendance 6000 with Griffith, Clarkson, Pond and Kittredge in the batteries.
In Cincinnati on July 7, Carsey collapsed after a wild sixth inning throw to first base. Smith stood out with excellent fielding as Cincinnati beat Philadelphia 18 to 6. Attendance was 6,500.
The record shows Cincinnati leading Philadelphia 4 to 6 with batteries credited to Dwyer and Vaughn and Carsey and Clements.
In Cleveland Ohio on July 7 the Browns edged Brooklyn 6 to 5 as Cuppy topped Abbey in a close contest. Lachance belted a home run for Brooklyn while Cleveland struck back with timely hits and solid defense. The ledger shows Cleveland 12 hits, Brooklyn 4, with 3 Cleveland errors and 4 Brooklyn errors. Batteries were Cuppy with Zimmer for Cleveland and Abbey with Burrell for Brooklyn.
St Louis game report notes a 3 to 0 score in favor of New York with New York stacking 16 hits to St Louis 10 and 7 errors to 4. Attendance listed at 500. Tomorrow’s replay will settle yesterday’s tied game, producing a doubleheader.
Washington 9 Pittsburg 6. Killen pitched invincibly for the home team while MecJjames added solid pitching. Stenzel notches his first hit of the season as 4,000 fans watch. Errors: Washington 2. Batteries Kilien and Sugden. McJames and McGuire.
Lewiston fell to Brockton as Williams was hit freely and Magee shut down the visitors. Attendance 4. Brockton 4 11 30 0 66 Lewiston 9 7 32 0 3. Base hits Brockton 10 Lewiston 5. Errors Brockton 2 Lewiston 8. Batters Magee and Shea Williams and Messitt.
Gildea returned to the mound for Pawtucket and with strong support limited Portland to 7 runs. McDougall and Killeen hit hard against Pawtucket, while Gildea and Yeager paired for the win. Attendance near 300 with Pawtucket totaling 24 base hits to Portland's 16.
Augusta won from the home team today in the sixth inning on a combination of hits and errors. Attendance 2. The score: 4 to 0. Base hits Augusta eight New Bedford seven. Errors Augusta one New Bedford three. Batteries Newell and Butler Braun and Murphy.
Fall River led Bangor 1 0 when the game was halted after the first inning due to fog. Weather ended play with Fall River ahead and Bangor yet to score.
Hartford won 5 to 1 over Paterson before rain halted play in the fifth inning with Hartford leading 1 run in and one out. Bottenus drove in three with a two bagger in the first. Final line shows Hartford 6 hits Paterson 5 and Paterson 3 errors. Batteries listed Bowen and Smith Cogan and Killockey.
In Toronto Ont July 7 both pitchers worked well yet the game produced late danger and hard hits. Dooley and O'Brien homered as Toronto rallied to win in the ninth. Attendance reported at 1000 with Toronto seven hits to Rochester six.
Lynn October 8 1900 Company I Eighth Regiment M V M chose Second Lieutenant Charles T Hilliker of Company D as captain by a 20 6 6 ballot among 32 members Hilliker has long service with Company D and is a noted rifle shot who has been on the Eighth Regiment State team for years
A Boston Terminal Company meeting was held yesterday afternoon. It is surmised bonds were arranged, but reporters were denied any information.
David Hennessey aged 47 of 44 Tileston Street was injured when his wagon on Atlantic Avenue was raided by a frightened horse. The wagon collided with another wagon and he is being treated at Emergency Hospital.
Co. P. Curry, 18, was caught in shafting at the Clapp & Co. machine shop 165 High Street about 3:45 PM yesterday and drawn into the machinery. He lies in critical condition at the Emergency Hospital, with no broken bones but severe shock. recovery remains doubtful.
Leander beat Yale in the Henley race as time lapsed slowly. Three Eli crew members failed under pressure and broke during the sprint to the finish.
At Henley on Thames Yale College suffers a defeat by Leander Rowing Club by a length and three quarters in 7m 14s, a slow time against the 1891 record. The crowd roared as Leander claimed victory and Yale men showed sportsmanlike resolve amid a thrilling riverfront scene.
Yale flag bearing crew loses momentum as Leander gains lead at Temple Island. Langford of Yale falters after White House, while Leander officials edge ahead by a foot then extend their margin. The article lists crew weights and positions, with results from heats including Trinity Oxford, Caius Cambridge, Kingston London and Eton Jesus Oxford on the Thames.
Four Boston patrolmen staged a voluntary three mile bicycle race in Charles River Park under guard by city police. Winners Brett and Densmore, both from Station 13, were chosen to represent Boston in the New York bicycle tournament. Curtis acted as starter and official in the event.
Heavy rain floods the track at the Lawrence driving park halting four heats. Races postponed to 1 p.m. tomorrow with 2:26 pace Beckwith favored, Winfield and Ella C. as rivals. 2:20 and 2:40 pacing and 2:25 trot on tomorrow’s card, purse totals noted.
Boxing gossip notes Everhardt and Griffo set to box before the Empire Club of Buffalo with George Lavigne due in New York soon. Everhardt aims for a draw or win based on his enduring resistance, while Griffo’s performance against Lavigne is weighed against the Southerner and Michigander.
The account notes a clear English victory and avoids critique of Yale while contrasting with Cornell's prior conduct. It adds a brief closing remark wishing better luck next time from George V. Tuohy.
The Fourth of July sailing regatta judges will convene this evening at the Parker House to rule on protests. The Savin Hill series third leg takes place in the clubhouse tonight. Commonwealth Yacht Club holds its regular monthly meeting at new quarters on O Street in South Boston.
In Sheepshead Bay ILL July 7 five furlongs Shakspere II won Rubycon second Woodvine third time 1 01 3 5. One mile three sixteenths Requital won Connoisseur second Charade third time 2 03. Pansy stakes two years old five furlongs Winged Foot 116 1 2 Caffery 1 to 3 won Scold s Chieftain second Detection third time 1 15 2 5. One mile Deerslayer won The Winner second The Dragon third time 1 41. Futurity course Thomas Cat won Pammure second Princess Flavia third time 1 22 2 5. Hurdle handicap two miles Flushing won St Luke second San Joaquin third time 3 55.
In Minneapolis on July 7 a riot broke out during the six days' woman bicycle race. Dollie Farnsworth was too ill to ride, sparking crowd violence that tore up the track damaged seats and glass and involved stones and clubs. Police failed to quell the melee for two hours until order returned.
Yale held a meeting after today’s race and elected P H Bailey captain for 1897. Brown and Rogers have fully recovered from exertion. A note mentions Finzer’s Five Brothers as crew members with a light, humorous tone.
The Manufacturing Company plans to award bronze medals to every rider winning a race under L. A. sanction on a Columbia bicycle. Medal holders receive engraved bars for subsequent wins. Medals and bars are to be ready soon. The Pepe company will not fund amateurs but supports recognizing Columbia winners. Also notes a challenge from Chelsea riders McLean and Emerson seeking a track race with a prize. Emerson offered a 2 yard/mile handicap and a five day response window.
Violet Ainsley writes on night rides through the Fens and Franklin Park, noting crowds, fashion of cycling costumes, and concerns over insults to women cyclists. She reports on police presence, especially Officer Bowman, and argues riding with an escort improves safety. The piece highlights heart and health benefits of cycling and a practical view of cycling attire.
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