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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1893
Page
3
In a spirited move the Spiders defeated the Bostons as other results saw the Browns best the Phillies while the Bridegrooms triumphed over the Colonels and the Giants lost to Pittsburg. Reds and Papa Anse also secured victories.
In Cleveland on July 11, Frank Selee watched Boston's lineup with mixed optimism before a game. Nichols pitched into the fifth inning before the Spider offense sparked a comeback, while Cy Young took the mound for Boston and Clarkson remained winless. The crowd of about 2,000 saw Boston fall 5-4 as Cleveland seized control with a lively attack and timely hits.
July 11 report from Pittsburg notes New York under Ward's management played poorly while Pittsburg's Schmidt and Davies excelled. The box score shows errors and runs with Pitt sacking multiple hits and a decisive early lead. Attendance is listed as 2440.
Cincinnati defeats Baltimore after a long game marked by ragged fielding and erratic pitching. Mullane and McGraw accused of rough play nearly sparked a riot as 2,831 attended. Final: Reds 12, Orioles 9. Pitchers Chamberlain Murphy for Cincinnati Mullane McNabb Clarke for Baltimore.
Brooklyn bests Louisville 18 to 13 in a high scoring game at Louisville with 1753 in attendance. Brooklyn racked up 20 hits to Louisville's 14, while Brooklyn errors numbered 4 to Louisville’s 3 as Kennedy and Kinslow paired behind the plate for Brooklyn and Stratton, Rhoades and Grim for Louisville delivered the battery work.
In Chicago on July 1 McGill pitched superbly for the Senators while Duryea endured a rough day as Anson used Parker. Washington triumphed 9 to 4 over Chicago with Lange homering and a 990 attendance reported. Chicago 594005 Washington 001000. Hits Chicago 28 Washington 4. Errors Illinois. Duryea Farrell and McGraw mentioned with McGill Walker and Schriver.
St Louis defeated Philadelphia 8 to 2 as Breitenstein pitched superbly for the Browns with strong support. Attendance was 2657. Scoring featured St Louis totals of 2 0 6 0 4 6 6 8 across innings and Philadelphia 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0. Batter ies were Breitenstein and Peitz for St Louis with Vickery Sharrott and Clements behind Philadelphia.
Fragmentary OCR details show matchups at Providence Providence eight five Duffato at Springfield Springfield seven Duffato Albany Wilkes Barre eleven Albany Troy Sighamton six. Unable to determine complete event, teams, or outcomes from readable text.
Lewiston defeats Fall River 11 to 8 in a July 11 game marked by strong hitting and a solid outfield. Umpiring favored Lewiston, attendance 450. Lewiston had 15 base hits to Fall River's 11. errors were 1 for Lewiston and 11 for Fall River. Wheeler and Hart of Lewiston, Viau and ONeill of Fall River pitched.
In Brockton on July 11 Manager McGunnigie disputed an umpire call and was ejected. Umpire Lyons left the field after Brockton was awarded a 9 to 0 win, play resumed with a local umpire. Batting was strong, attendance 600. Brockton 9 Manchester 0. Base hits 24 to 15. Errors 2 to 6. Batters Doe McKillop Burke Kelley Wilson Farrell and McCauley.
Portland and Dover traded blows as Portland outscored 14 to 11 in a high scoring game. Mains and Mahoney teamed on the mound for Portland with Morse and Donahue catching. Attendance was listed at 50 with both sides committing six errors.
Responsible parties representing the Manchester New England League Club arranged to transfer the team here. The Congress street grounds are secured for soon to be scheduled games and the club will be strengthened immediately. Old stars debate trades while Selee weighs catcher pitches. Gastright joins Boston boosting pitching depth amid Stivetts injury.
Frank C. Ives, American billiard champion, told United Press he has done all to secure a rematch with John Roberts Jr, England's champion. Ives offered same Hinley table, two inch balk line, and barred corner and jammed-ball play, with stakes at 509 pounds. Roberts gave no reply, Ives says he is disgusted.
At the 3 A A meeting on August 26 a scratch 100 yard race is planned with invited sprinters from Bradley Yale Harvard New England and New York clubs plus Donahoe from Worcester. An invitation mile may feature Vijertberg Walsh and Orton. Suffolk Athletic Club eyes a team race at Working Boys Home games August 5. Dorchester athletes compete July 21 at St Peters Church picnic.
The American Wringer Co. of 13 and 15 Broadway extension advertises wringers manbles spring beds and carpet sweepers. They repair all kinds of wringers and sweepers and promise prompt mail orders.
Mystic Park opened its July meeting to a large crowd as Judge Austin Merry Legs and 8. J. led three races in fast showings. Warm weather and a top track drew a big attendance, with Judge Austin winning the 2:40 pace heat while Yankee Luck and Rupert Gillig chased closely. The 2:29 pace saw Josie Howe dominate early, Merry Legs and Cobden Jr. contesting the heats, and Yellow Ash winning the final wire. S. J. led the 2:22 trotting session, with Corinne and Caprice among the early challengers before S. J. sealed the win.
A series of club runs from Back Bay Park at 8 pm. Weekly Wednesday and Saturday rides, July events to Marblehead Norwood Downers Landing Point of Pines and North Attleboro races. Prizes up to 600 dollars at North Attleboro meet. Officials listed. Racing scores highlight Malden Club with ninety five prizes and riders like Eddie McDuffee and Dan Connelly. Zimmerman case details and L A W actions referenced.
The Boston sporting scene buzzed with rumors after a boxing event. Reports named Smith as winner while Griffin was lauded for sportsmanlike conduct. the Post bulletin proved first and correct. Other notes mention Young Griffo vs George Lavigne at Columbia Athletic Club for 2500 and 4000 outside bets, plus tidbits on Tiarge v McAuliffe, Johnson’s broken leg, Corbett signing to fight Mitchell, and Billy Edwards vacationing in Saratoga.
First race six furlongs Termingator wins Kingston second Iddlesteigh third time 1 12 Second race five and one half furlongs Roland tood first Pirate Chief second Ed Kearney first time 1200 Third race one mile and three furlongs Lorillard stakes Sir Waalter first Ramapo second St Leonards third time 2 21 Fourth race six furlongs straight course Control stakes back of Spades first Discount second Assignee third time 1 15 ¾ Fifth race one mile and one sixteenth Restraint first Sport second Life Boat third time 1 48 ¼ Sixth race seven furlongs Lyceum first Ross H second Poor Jonathan third time 1 28
First race over seven-eighths of a mile at Belwood with Belwood first Margarite second Lizzie McDuff third. Time appears as 1 miryo. Second race ran four and one-half furlongs at Clear Sea with Iceland first Foretta second. Time unreadable.
Ex Governor George Dexter Robinson of Chicopee known as Skipmunk is pursued by media after a Tremont Tavern visit connected to the Quincy Water Company case. Reporters body-surf his press encounter, while Lizzie Borden remains in the news with limited public appearances and no plans for summer housing.
July 11 report notes scant crews and secrecy around McCarthy killing. A new man entered the case but disappeared. officers suspect Pawtucket. McCarthy’s funeral held at St Marys Church, Falls Village cemetery. Hat linked to victim found near the pond with conflicting sightings. Witnesses include Fillion Hamill Curtis Builer McKeon Doyle.
The Out ings and the East Bostons meet in a tied season finale at East Boston Athletic Association grounds on Saturday. Pilot John F Labahn named successor to late Captain Hall but not yet confirmed by the Mayor. Ma honey remains in charge until formal appointment. Sacred Heart parish holds annual picnic July 31 at Downer Landing while Holy Redeemer organises July 27 barge trip to Lovell's Grove with Rev Father Burns and committee members. A Columbian Rowing Association meeting pushes a district regatta plan to unite all clubs, seeking business donations to buy a racing boat for the winner.
Michael Hickey 40 of 7 Summer Street suffered a deep throat cut yesterday in a suicide attempt. He was taken to City Hospital in critical condition. Also noted: St Augustine Young Men's Association meets tonight at St Augustine's Hall on Fisher Street. South Boston residents expect removal of a sanitary at Broad Street and Division Street after Alderman Maguire's push. A free open air band concert by Baldwin's Cadet Band is set for Marine Park Wednesday July 19. Local opposition forms over a $16000 patrol wagon and ambulance stable funding. Patrick McDevitt's remains were buried at Mt Calvary Cemetery after services at SS Peter and Paul Church led by Rev Brown.
The remains of Mrs. Margaret A Li Perry were buried from St Catherine's Church. Mrs Janelder aged 60 of Concord avenue Somerville was struck by a Boston and Maine train at Cambridge crossing while crossing gates. Miss Mary J Leahy married Patrick Barr at St Mary's Church. A wagon owned by A Towle Co ran away injuring four boys including David Mahen and Stephen Judkins. others minor injuries.
A morning fire at 6 Gore Street destroyed the barn of Thomas J. Wiseman and spread to two adjoining tenements. Losses totaled about $2000, borne largely by impoverished residents. Dennis Harrington, Jeremiah Cowhig, Mrs. Catherine Callahan, Henry Prynn, and Wiseman himself reported uninsured or substantial losses.
The remains of Louis J. Rogers, drowned at the navy yard last Saturday, were buried at Holy Cross Cemetery yesterday morning. Services were held at his father's Winter street home with many friends and relatives present. The body then went to St. Mary's Church where Mass was celebrated by Rev. Father Monan.
A circular from craft unions supporting blue label boot and shoe quality appeals to fair minded workers to back the blue label as the Knights of Labor mount a counter campaign. Brass workers size up growth with nine hour day talks. five firms report voluntary nine hour adoption after meetings at Greystone Hall. Boston Steamfitters Helpers' Union elects officers.
The Machinists Trade Council met in Wells Memorial Hall last night to discuss confidential matters, adjourning until next Sunday. The Furniture Workers Union 24 endorsed Governor Altgeld of Illinois for his action in releasing the Chicago anarchists.
Alfred Bordane of Salt Lake City reports a naked eye comet in the northwest near the Lynx constellation. Observations from Harvard indicate a bright coma and broad tail, moving eastward with a southward drift, possibly visible as twilight shortens.
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