York on july 18 ailsa won from britannia
A sail event at York on July 18 saw Ailsa defeat Britannia in a notable race. The result highlights a competitive match and records a clear victory for Ailsa over Britannia.
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1895
Page
3
A sail event at York on July 18 saw Ailsa defeat Britannia in a notable race. The result highlights a competitive match and records a clear victory for Ailsa over Britannia.
London reports Lord Dunraven says Valkyrie III will start for New York on July 18. Captain Barr cites Thistle as already defeated and predicts Valkyrie can beat the Thistle but not deter Louis. The Times notes Valkyrie’s speed in light wind and says she may win the America’s Cup if prepared in time for the voyage.
Ailsa crosses finish in a windy contest at Britannia and Ailsa regatta off Scotland with times from 10:30 to 8:46:08 and a late main sheet split. Britannia suffers gear failures and finishes two minutes after Ailsa amid heavy rain and hazy, rough seas.
The Niagara led the field in the twenty-rater race at Hunter's Quay Scotland. Zinita Eucharis and Dakotah trailed delaying half an hour after the big boats. Final results show Niagara crossing the line at 2 20 52 with Eucharis second, Zinita third, and Dakotah fourth.
The Vigilant arrived at Brenton's Cove and plans a race against the Defender. An officer ashore tonight said they could give the Defender a good toss. The Vigilant will sail up the bay tomorrow to await the new sloop.
Yale star Malcolm Chace defended the Tuxedo championship cup against W Larned of Summit New Jersey in a 3 set match. Chace won 6 2 9 7 6 0, with Larned hampered by weak returns and unable to win a game in the final set. By points Chace led 41 32 in the first set and 51 41 overall, showcasing superior form to clutch the title for next season.
National League games include Boston at Pittsburgh, Philadelphia at Cleveland, New York at Chicago. New England League features Bangor at New Bedford, Portland at Pawtucket, Augusta at New Bedford, Lewiston at Brockton. Eastern League shows Buffalo at Rochester, Syracuse at Toronto, Wilkes Barre at Providence, Scranton at Springfield.
St Louis and Baltimore produced a standout game at Sportsman's Park with Hoffer and Staley in strong form and solid defensive support. St. Louis made two errors on tough chances, while Baltimore racked 11 hits to 9 for St. Louis in a 4 to 3 contest with Hoffer Clark Staley Otten handling duties. Attendance was about 3000.
Louisville beat Washington in a high scoring contest as both pitchers were hit hard but Louisville's defense and base running produced the margin. Attendance 800. Final: Louisville 11 Washington 9. Hits: Louisville 11 Washington 9. Errors: Louisville 1 Washington 5. Batteries Cunningham and Warner. Boyd and McGuire.
Brooklyn Giants defeated Cincinnati 11 to 7 as Parrott struggled in the field and at bat while Lucid pitched for Brooklyn. Attendance was about 2,000. Brooklyn totaled 19 hits to Cincinnati's 12 with Cincinnati committing more errors. Batteries Lucid Grim for Brooklyn Parrott Murphy for Cincinnati.
Cleveland defeats Philadelphia 4 to 3 after a ninth inning rally. Sullivan error, Cup py base hit, and Bur kett three bagger provide the decisive punch. Attendance about 1500. hits Cleveland 8 Philadelphia 9. errors Cleveland 3 Philadelphia 4. Batteries Cuppy Zimmer O'Connor Carsey Clements.
Chicago defeats New York in a highly praised game marked by protests from both sides. Meekin retired after fourth inning following a walk and a Donohue two-run homer. Attendance 4000. Final score Chicago 5 New York 4 with eight Chicago hits and nine by New York. Batter ies Terry and Donohue, Meekin, Clark and Farrell.
In a Fall River home game, Fall River and Bangor battled ten innings with Fall River winning 4 to 3. Reilly made a key play in the eighth preventing Hayward from scoring, while Stevens and Rollins combined on the pitcher’s mound with Wheeler and Hayes behind the plate. Base hits favored Fall River 11 to 7, errors 4 to 2.
New Bedford beat Augusta 7 to 0 as Friend pitched a strong game limiting Augusta to four hits. Butler pitched well after the fifth inning. Base hits favored New Bedford 11 to 4 with errors split and key plays noted by J. a and Murphy.
Brockton defeated Lewiston 10 to 1 as Lat hone and Rochester import La throp started in the box. Donovan pitched well for Brockton, delivering a solid effort on the mound.
A messy OCR note records a Brockton versus Lewiston game with errors and a mixed scoreline. It lists Brockton 3 errors to Lewiston 9, and mentions batters Donovan Manning Brooks Lothrop Crisham amid unclear data.
Henley on Thames July 8 Cornell faces Leander in the opening Henley regatta heat amid health concerns for rowers Hager and Fennell. Coach Courtney believes Cornell can still contend as practice shows stronger form than rival crews. An invitation lists the Argonaut Rowing Club of Toronto and Sports Club on the river with later entries to the Metropolitan regatta. The observer notes a possible but uncertain outcome based on two sick rowers. The visiting dignitaries include U S ambassador Bayard and Canadian high commissioner Tupper with consul Collins also invited.
Betts pitched both games for Wilkes-Barre and won both. In game one Wilkes-Barre shut out Springfield as four scattered hits failed to matter. Springfield nearly scored in the first before Donnelly was tagged at the plate by Lyttle. Coughlin was hit hard as Springfield fielded poorly. In game two Springfield took a lead in the second, Wilkes-Barre tied it in the seventh, and a ninth inning error and wild pitch produced the winning run. Final: Wilkes-Barre 4 Springfield 3.
Providence defeated Scranton 20 to 4 as Delaney pitched two innings before being relieved to avoid injury. Hodson started for Providence and Delaney, Hustin finished on the mound with McAuley aiding in the catching. Scranton misplayed early and late, with errors totaling four as Providence built a commanding lead.
Pawtucket Rhode Island beat Portland 8 to 5 as costly errors by the visitors eased the home team's path. Magoons third base play and Yeager's bat and base running were standout moments. The game totals show Pawtucket nine hits to Portland six with two errors for Pawtucket and six for Portland. Batteries were Kelley and Yeager for Pawtucket and Killeen and Terrien for Portland.
Toronto shut Rochester out for five innings until rain halted play and umpire Hurst awarded the game to Toronto. Meakin allowed seven hits. Crane had one. Rochester fielded poorly. Attendance 700. Toronto 7 Rochester 1. Batteries Meakin Berger Crank Lake.
Camden Missouri defeated Warrens with a 17 to 5 score in a baseball game played on July 8. Camden dominated early and maintained the lead throughout, posting a strong offensive output.
English exploits highlight a limited London Athletic Club squad of fifteen to travel to America. The announcement outlines the final selection and aims for early competitions, signaling a coordinated team effort by the club ahead of international meetups.
ASBURY PARK N J July 8 The sixteenth annual national meet of the League of American Wheelmen began with 1000 cyclists registering at the Asbury Wheelmen club house receiving badges and a souvenir program The program lists prizes and events for numerous classes including two mile national championships and one mile open races with pacemakers The meet features parades receptions and a monster clambake with officials and members of many clubs arriving and staging the first day activities
Boxing gossip notes Billy Smith and Eddie Connolly visiting Boston with Connolly showing a cotton decoration on his left ear after a latest battle. Smith seeks 126 pounds against Johnny Griffin while Steele eyes a rematch with Joe Flaherty or a meeting with Connolly. Ike Weir challenges Dixon with side stakes. O Rourke urged to consider the Spider. Calls for matches with Ben McArthur and 1000-strong Seattle club member Jack Green noted.
The author discusses illness among crew members affecting selection for a forthcoming race. Substitutes may be used if the invalids do not improve by tomorrow. A meeting on Saturday will pick the team, with several named athletes possibly to join, and the final selection set for July 16.
Twenty one men fell in Riverside Wheelmen races at Manhattan field New York on Saturday last. The piece notes safety concerns and argues the track is unsafe for racing. It mentions upcoming events and a schedule for Asbury Park visitors with prize details for Thursday July 11 including a one mile novice race and a two mile handicap with medals as prizes.
Captains of the Shamrock and Em tug-of-war teams must contact the sporting editor of the Post tomorrow evening at 8 to arrange stakes and referee. The match, to be pulled Thursday night at Webster Hall East Boston, is drawing unusual attention.
The Boston Post reports a 100 yard foot race challenge posted by Joseph Cavagnaro offering $25 a side to any Italian in Boston. Michael Porchella counters with $50 a side. Representatives may meet the Post’s sporting editor next Saturday at 8 p.m. to set stakes and race date.
Mr. B. H. Benton known as Rob Roy, sporting editor of the Post, was overcome by heat yesterday forenoon. He sent for a physician and was reported to be very ill when last seen at night.
Beacons Hill quiets as Bulfinch State House closes for repairs. The Governor arrives around noon and receives many callers. Albert Joy, life-term inmate granted clemency last week, meets the governor with tears of gratitude and no definite plans for his future.
Jersey City July 8 The motion for a preliminary examination in the suit by Zella Nicolaus Ruhlman to recover a $40,000 check from George J. Gould was postponed by Judy Lippincott in Hudson County Court today.
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