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Boston Post

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

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Jul 13, 1893

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Spiders Bitten Boston Retaliates and That Very Heavy

Boston hurls back at the Spiders after a tough win as Louisville and Pittsburgh overpower Ward's Giants in a resumed set. The Orioles also push hard in early season clashes, seeking momentum.

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Clarkson Whiffs as Spiders Dominate Boston in Cleveland

In Cleveland on July 12 special to the Post John Clarkson tried to fool the Bostons but failed and retired crestfallen after Williams relieved him A crowd noted Braley's curves as the Spiders impressed with Clarkson’s pitching leaving Boston battered and injured in a long painful game.

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Cleveland Post John Clarkson Bostons Patsy Tebeau Spiders John Williams Billy Braley Boston Clarkson Clevelands
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Kilien’s Good Work Ends Pittsburg Victory

Pittsburg edged New York in a pitchers duel as Kil len outpitched Rusie. Donovan hit a homer and Kil len’s side took the win in a tight 5 to 4 affair. Attendance 1930. Batteries Kil len and Miller for Pittsburg. Rusie and Milligan for New York.

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Pittsburg Penn Killen Rusie Donovan Ck Spence New York Errol Miller Milligan
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Colonels Defeat Brooklyn In Well Played Game

Louisville beat Brooklyn 7 to 1 in a well played contest before about 2500 fans. The Colonels timed Lovett well while Louisville had 13 hits to Brooklyn’s 14 and 2 errors to Brooklyn’s 5. Batteries were Hemming and Grim for Louisville Lovett and Kinslow for Brooklyn.

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Louisville Brooklyn Colonels Lovett Liouuisvhilc Cecceas Bevgobiv Ui Ecic Hemming Grim Kinslow
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Phillies Robbed Browns in St Louis Rally

Phillies won 4 to 3 over the Browns amid umpire McQuaid calls in the second inning. Delehanty hit a home run as 2,500 fans watched. Final line shows Philadelphia 4 St. Louis 3 with seven Phillies and six St. Louis hits and two errors for each side. Weyhing and Clements faced Clarkson and Peitz.

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ST. Louis Phillies McQuaid Delehanty Philadelphia Weyhing and Clements Clarkson Peitz
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Lewiston Domination Over Dover in Hew England League

In Lewiston on July 12 Dover fielding flopped while Lewiston played flawless defense. Sherwood pitched well at critical moments as Mercer and Sullivan were hit hard by the Lewiston lineup. Attendance reached 512 with Lewiston tallying 11 runs to Dover’s 0 after a slow start. Base hits favored Lewiston 11 to 9. errors Dover 10 to Lewiston 0. Batteries Sherwood Hart Mercer Sullivan Donohue.

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Boston TB PO Dutty McCarthy Ash Tucker Carrol Merritt Staley Cleveland AB. R Burkett McKean Ceene Ewing O'Connor Efi Zimmer Duffy O’connor Nash Clarkson Carroll Williams Lowe Tebeau O’ Connor Gilman Lewiston Dover Mercer Sullivan Sherwood Tibor Svaia Kas Ety Hart Donohue
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Portland Defeats Manchester on Strong Hitting in July Game

Portland won today with solid hitting as Clymer takes over as captain from Rogers who moved to Providence. Attendance reached about 400. Final score Portland 4 9 0 4 0 1 0 0 0 Manchester 0 0 1 0 3 0 0 2 0. Portland had 12 base hits to Manchester's 11. Portland pitchers Patterson Mahoney and Kiley, Manchester’s McCauley.

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Portland Clymer Portlands Rogers Providence Portlland Manchester Triors Bateries Patterson and Mahoney Kiley McCauley
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Providence-Erie game score report at Providence

Providence beat Erie 10 to 7 at Providence field with a nearby Springfield matchup Buffalo scoring 3 points in a separate Springfield game as Buffalo faced Springfield with a 7 to 3 result.

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Providence Erie Springfield Buffalo
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Farce Comedy at South End Grounds Ball Game Riotous Fun Today

A Christmas themed charity game at South End grounds features actors and press players with a galaxy of notables. Cast includes Dan Daly and William Murphy among many others, with Mike Ahearn and Jack Taylor as substitutes. Officials, carriages, and pregame ceremonies set, tickets available at multiple outlets, game slated for 3 PM with peanuts and festive atmosphere.

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South End Wolcott Pauline Hall Jennie Yeamans Dan Daly B. L A. Don Alf Wheelan Charles F. Dodge Henry M. Pitt William Seymour Stortstop Andrew Mack Barney Reynolds Charles A. Burke William Blaisdell Jaques Kruger Andrew Moulton Joseph F. Campbell Charles L. McLellan William Murphy Fred J. Greenall E. G. Richardson Soen Boston Cab Company Kenny & Clark City Hall David F. Barry Common Council Isaac Rosnosky Paul Keith Gaiety John Morrill al Sutherland P. J. Mullen Fred J. Goodwin Arthur Barrett Mike Ahearn Paul A. Davis Charles S. Andrews E. 8. Groves Jack Taylor Appleton & Bassett Cashin, Connelly
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Boston Reds to Open Season Against Lewistons in New England League

The Boston Reds, a New England League club, will open Monday at Congress Street grounds against Lewistons who sit second in the standings, tied with Fall River in wins. Manager McGunnigle and Mike Meagher are in town arranging a schedule with few conflicts, 25 cent admission, home games to follow a Cincinnati trip, and Gastright joining the roster.

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Boston Reds Lewistons New England Fall Rivers McGunnigle Boston Congress Street Billy McGunigle Mike Meagher South Boston Phillies Harry Wright Quakers Harry Bostons Cincinnati Gastright Jack Stivetts Nichols Pittsburgs Jack Glasscock Jack Cooper Social and Athletic Club St. Mary’s Y. M. C. A Lake Walden Flack Manchesters Willie McGill Senators Chicagos Anson Washingtons Jesse Burkett
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Sprinting stars gather for Lynn Lasters meet at Centennial Grove

The Lynn Lasters sprint event set for August 5 at Centennial Grove will attract all Massachusetts sprinters. Deegan, the Philadelphia jumper, eyes a standing long jump duel with Tom Kearney and is rumored to have cleared over thirteen feet while using weights. Frank Kaveney and Nedda Manning train on Charlesbank track with Kaveney aiming to win the pole vault. The National Irish Athletic Association plans big games at Oak Island with date pending and committees appointed by President Norris. Top New England skiffs, including Hosmer, Ten Eyck, Casey, Conley, Rogers, Joyce, and Durnan, race July 29 at Lake Quinsigamond with John L. Sullivan likely as referee. The Bradford Riverside four will also row that day.

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Lynn Lasters Centennial Grove Massachusetts Deegan Philadelphia Tom Kearney Frank Kaveney Nedda Manning Trim Charlesbank Kaveney Frank National Irish Athletic Association Oak Island Norris New England Hosmer Ten Eyck Jerry Casey Pete Conley Rogers Joyce Durnan Lake Cuinsigamond John L. Sullivan Bradford-Riverside
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The Irish Games Invitation Set for August Picnic

The National Irish Athletic Association met in Montgomery Hall to finalize plans for the annual picnic on Thursday August 24. Councilman Michael W Norris chaired the meeting and John G Maxwell chaired the games committee. Maxwell pledged novelties in athletic events unavailable in this country before. The committee includes James H Walsh Charles McCarthy Flynn and Finn. Two Irish pipers have been engaged to provide music for dancing for attendees aged old.

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National Irish Athletic Association Montgomery Hall Michael W. Norris John G. Maxwell Mr. Maxwell James H. Walsh Charles McCarthy Messrs. Flynn Finn
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Corbett to Meet Mitchell at Coney Island in December

William Brady and Judge Newton signed articles for Corbett versus Mitchell at Coney Island between December 5 and 20 with a 40000 dollar purse all to the winner. A 10000 dollar guarantee will be posted by the club and 5000 dollar forfeits by each fighter. Mitchell must sign by August 6 or the match is off.

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New York William Brady James Corbett Newton Coney Island Athletic Club Corbett Mitchell Coney Island
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Favorites at Mystic Park Highlight Fast Harness Racing

Backers favored horses at Mystic Park, drawing large attendance and lively betting. In 2:30 trotting, Schoolmarm led a tight finish with Annie K and Kendall close behind, while 2:23 pacing saw Psyche win heat one and Brooks dominate heat two and subsequent heats. Maggie T won 2:19 trotting after early leads by Reality and Classmate, with several heats detailing crashes and near misses. Manager Willis plans similar purses for August.

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Mystic Park Schoolmarm Psyche Brooks Pharon Maggie T Classmate Reality Willis Stoneridge Titer Billy Shedd Shedd Annie K Bessie Annie Kendall Trout B. H Utter Cvevesaes O'Neil la Coee Bessie Burton B. m Herrringtom Johnson Jim B. G Woodard Belfast Sheridan Porcelain D. Gi Carey Carpenter Scviedaceeeve eOu Pappoose Woodmont Lexington Chief Chief S. G- Croogh Sp. m Fargo Hanson Pease Ie R. G Langworthy Br. B Percy David Wilkes Bik. G Yapp Oliver Gabi Cowigne Cic Cecce Linda Gale Gale Eeeeso B. Bee Lexington Worthley McDonald Cvcessceress Vccvecsecscss Pickett Golden Pope Maggie Norton Ten Doves Classmate Br. G Perk Eos Peamona Joven Ee Archie B Ch. G Demarest Coe Prince McMahon Galvin Lockwood Te Oo Eh Hustler Ci. G Scocegedies Edo Pouurth .Neal Neat. S Budd Doble Dude Chesterfield Frank Dortch Subsenter Ned Winslow Jesse Hanson Fearnaught Gretchen Sweetbriar Prince and Lightning
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L A W summer meet invites cyclists to Cottage City

The Massachusetts division L A W holds a three day summer meet July 27 to 29 at Cottage City with tours, swimming, racing, coasting, a torchlight parade, and prizes for best club display. Springfield event Sept. 13-14 promises large prizes, including diamonds and a gold watch charm.

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Cottage City Roxbury Club Massachusetts Perkins West Chop Lighthouse Vineyard Haven Ocean Avenue A. D. Peck Henry W. Robinson State Street Boston Springfield George Sullivan Arthur K. Peck H. E. Small M. D Henry C. Mildram Neponset M. A. Troy W.S. Cooling Rollstone Linscott Belle Isle Detroit McDuffee Hurlburt Johnson Gary Bertram Harriott Harriott Review of Reviews Zimmerman Union Geldert Brodlie F. C. Moulton W. Harry Ellis Savin Hill Mattapan Hyde Park Brush Hill Sharon Trocadero Davis Elgin-Aurora William Herrick Century Road Club Indianapol Fred Patee Peoria Glenmere Lynn Sanger Osmond Harris Rowe Schaefelt
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The American Wringer Co Ad at Broadway Extension

The American Wringer Co at 18 and 15 Broadway extension advertises wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers. They repair all kinds of wringers and sweepers and promise prompt attention to orders by mail.

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The American Wringer Co Broadway Extension City Maul
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Corbett to Fight Jackson Amid boxing season surge

The article details Jim Corbett signing to meet Peter Jackson in June 1894 for 10,000 a side, with Parson Davies putting up 1000 for Jackson and Corbett matching it. It notes risks if Corbett loses to Mitchell, predicts major excitement, and lists multiple boxing bouts and rumors across New York, Philadelphia, Newark, and Coney Island, including Dixon-Smith, Skelly-Gorman talks, and Dempsey’s scheduling uncertainty.

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Corbett Peter Jackson Mason and Dixon Parson Davies Jackson Mitchell Sullivan Illy Plimmer Dolly Lyons Newark Bobby Wilson Tom Reilly New Jersey Amusement Company Polo Grounds New York City Jack Skelly Johnny Gorman Philadelphia Billy Plimmer Jack Lynch Hugh Napier East Joe Walcott Mike Leonard Coney Island Leonard Harry Tracy Cambridge Mass Billy Myer Dick Burge Myer England Fitzsimmons Staten Island Smith Dempsey Jack Val Flood Peter Maher New York Austin Gibbons Owen Ziegler Charley Stengel San Francisco McGuinness Sally Stengel Yankee Alameda America Australia
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Athletic Gossip hints at mile race match terms

Wiggin of Cambridge Athletic Association eyes a mile contest with Neddo Manning and seeks a 60 yard head start. Manning would concede the start, with Manning favored if the meet occurs. Bannister Burke and others enter St. Peters Church picnic games.

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Cricket at Franklin Field Boston versus veteran players

A sharp cricket match at Franklin Field saw Boston face a veteran side of over twenty years’ experience led by Captain Bixby. The Boston lineup included Captain Turner and J. Keen impressed with Keen’s bowling, but rain halted play.

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Frantkler Field Boston Bixby J. Keen W. G. Roffe George H. Taylor W. B. Joslin H. W. Whiteroff F. Fanand G. D. Wemyss T. E. Jacobs W. Spragg
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B. A. A. second eleven beat Wanderers in cricket at Longwood

The B. A. A. team won 107 to 80 on the Longwood grounds yesterday. With the game nearly decided, Ralph Cracknell bowled and four wickets fell. the next six batsmen managed only nine runs. Cracknell's bowling was the standout feature of an engaging match.

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Wanderers Longwood B.A. A Ralph Cracknell Cracknell
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Lobster Cans Row Draws British French Attention

London notes the St John s confrontation over import cans for lobster industry on the French shore. Rear Admiral Lamournaix allegedly pressured Newfoundland authorities after cans seized by customs were not released. The issue prompted questions in the House of Commons. Sir Edward Grey said no news of a quarrel had been received.

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London St. John’s N. F Lamournaix Naiade Newfoundland Great Britain France House of Commons Charles Dilke Edward Grey Foreign Office
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Free treatment offer by Dr Dewey at Ten nyson Street

All diseases treated free to sufferers from catarrh bronchitis lung troubles dyspepsia rheumatism kidney skin and blood. Dr Dewey the specialist will furnish two weeks treatment and medicine free. Offices at 40 Tennyson Street corner Columbus Avenue near Providence depot open daily till 5 p m except Sundays 10 to 4 p m

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Dewey Tennyson Street Columbus Avenue Providence Depot
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Chamberlain Investment Co. Fails in Denver Shade

The Chamberlain Investment Company of Denver is in receivership after failing due to a shortage of ready money and excessive non negotiable collateral. Former foreign mortgage official E M McPherson defended the firm saying assets exceeded liabilities and blamed stringent money markets for the suspension. He noted he advised closing the Boston office and that prior audits by Price Waterhouse deemed the books favorable.

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Western Land Company Chamberlain Investment Company of Denver Boston E. M. McPherson Reed McPherson Trenton Street M’pherson Chamberlain Investment Company Colorado House of Chartered Accountants, Price, Waterhouse & Co England
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Winthrop Hosts Grand Hotel Opening and Social

The Winthrop Hotel opened with elaborate decor and a gala ball attended by hundreds from Winthrop and Boston. Governor Russell sent regrets. Commodore Cushing and Vice Commodore Torey attended. A large crowd enjoyed Richardson's Winthrop Band, Thomas Henry's Orchestra, and formal dress, with many local officials and residents in attendance.

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Winthrop Shirley N. A. Nichols Arlington Ethel Estell Pugeros M. A. Richardson Henry Andrew Mack New York Roxbury Agnes Daly A. P. Woodman Everett Gordon H. Eaton Teniiston Edward H. Jenkins Moston Winthrop Yacht Club F. W. Tucker Winthrop Hotel Richardson Winthrop Band Boston Thomas Henry Governor Russell Colonel Vincent Commodore Cushing Torey E. O. Lewis Board of Selectmen W. Powers C. H. Carew George T. Newton G. E. Leighton S Henry Skelton Adam Warnock W. L. Leighton Goulston N. H. Trying G. H. Berg T. Jackson Mr. Beatty M. S. Gibson J. Hamiibure August Seaver New Winthrop New Winthrop All. the New Bellows Beachmont William Martin Crescent Avenue Florence Martin Chicago Crescent Beach L’africaine Naval Battalion Point of Pines Carter Germania
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You and Your Friends and Local Community Notes

Michael Hickey rests at City Hospital after a neck injury. Mt Washington Lodge AOUW meets at Dahlgren Hall tonight then hosts a musical program by local artists. Patrick Lonegan's remains interred at Mt Calvary Cemetery after services at St Vincent's Church. City Point Catholic Association to meet with board vacancy to be filled. South Boston Yacht Club cruise begins Saturday heading to Salem Willows with a social hop. Dr Frank J Gibbon leaves Saturday for a year abroad to Ireland then Germany.

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Michael Hickey City Hospital Mt. Washington Lodge Dahlgren Hall Patrick Lonegan Mt. Calvary Cemetery St. Vincent’s Church City Point Catholic Association South Boston Ireland Germany
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Lynn woman Mary Jacks collapses in Maverick Square store

Mrs. Mary Jacks of Lynn, aged 55, dropped dead yesterday in William Taylor’s provision store at Maverick Square and Meridian Street after entering about 9:30 am. Undertaker Brown took the body. Dr Entworth cited a hemorrhage as the cause.

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Mary Jacks Lynn William Taylor Maverick Square Meridian Street Taylor Undertaker Brown Entworth Lodge Fraternal Friends Central Hall Boston & Albany Railroad
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Caleb Waite Passes After Prolonged Illness

Caleb Waite of Malden died yesterday after a yearlong struggle with complications of diseases. Born in Malden in 1808, he worked as a carpenter and builder for over fifty years and deeply cared for the town. He twice served in the state legislature, six years on the Board of Selectmen, and held roles on the Board of Assessors and Water Board. Waite led Malden Savings Bank as president for ten years and long directed Malden National Bank. A longtime Baptist Church member, his wife had predeceased him.

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Caleb Waite Mr. Waite Malden Board of Selectmen Water Board Malden Savings Bank Malden National Bank The Baptist Church
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Residents Demand Better Grounds at Field's Corner Play Area

Field's Corner residents complain that city authorities fail to provide suitable playgrounds. About a hundred athletic young men gather nightly on the town field, whose condition is described as wretched, while other districts have better accommodations. The people urge construction of proper facilities.

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Field’s Corner
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Officer Cross in altercation over prisoner in city clothes

Details a Boston officer accused of maltreating a prisoner after arrest at Broadway and Washington. Cross says four men instigated trouble at his home, a rough melee ensued, and the truckman later apologized, with charges unlikely. The case hinges on the phrase rum is in, wit is out.

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Cross Station 8 J. C. Crowley A. Walker E Street Boston Broadway Washington Street Pine Street Mr. Cross Station 4
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Committee to urge Sunday closing at World's Fair grounds

The World's Fair national commission adopts a resolution to appoint a four member committee to confer with local authorities on enforcing the Sunday closing law. A favorable report on closing the grounds on Sunday will be made to the committee, and Mr Hundley’s plan to urge the director general to close the gates will be taken up immediately.

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Chicago National Commission Council of Administration Hundley
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