Fun for the Giants They Simply Paralyze Jack Stivetts
The Giants overpower pitcher Jack Stivetts as Apson leads in a decisive win.
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1893
Page
3
The Giants overpower pitcher Jack Stivetts as Apson leads in a decisive win.
New York Giants beat Boston in a lively game as Stivetts struggles with a sore thumb and the Giants' infield, aided by sharp fielding, turn hits into runs. Ward leads with four hits as New York plates ten runs to Boston's six. Rusie shines on the mound while the Boston bats face his pitching.
Chicago July 18 Four sharp double plays at critical moments helped the Colts blank the Browns as Hutchison held the Browns to limited hits Lange belted a homer and the crowd of 1060 saw Chicago win 10 to 5 Errolthiesen and St Louis 2 Batteries Hutchison and Kittridge Breitenstein and Gunson
Washington led early but Philadelphia erupted for six runs by the fifth inning. In the ninth, Washington scored three to take a 12 game line, while Philadelphia managed nine hits to Washington twelve. Attendance 2000. Flatteries Meekin and Farrell, Carsey and Clements noted as pitchers.
Cleveland defeated Pittsburgh 14 to 5 after six strong innings with six runs in the sixth. Attendance reached 2,700 as Cleveland bats overpowered Pittsburg after a slow start. Pitchers listed include Catter wea, Young, O'Connor, Gumbert, Singel, and Miller.
South Boston rookie Tom Smith from Fordham College debuted for the Boston Reds as a trial pitcher. He lasted four innings with good curves and a sprad but lacked control as Fall River won easily HM to 3%. Staith exited after the fourth. Werrell starred with a one hand catch and two-base hits in a weak Reds showing.
Brockton led 5 to 2 when rain halted play in the sixth inning. McKillop pitched well with strong support from Burke. Attendance 550. Base hits Brockton 10 Portland 4. Errors Portland 1. Batteries McKillop Burke Burrell Mahoney.
In Dover on July 18 the Lewistons outplayed the Dovers with superior hitting and defense. Stevens, a newman, held many Dovers hits at bay while Morse pitched well. Attendance was 200. Lewiston and Dover each had eight base hits and two errors. batteries were Stevens Hart Morse Donahue.
In Providence Providence 8 defeated Binghamton 1. Springfield Wilkes Barre 12 defeated 02. Albany Buffalo 9 defeated Albany 4. Troy Erie 14 defeated Troy 8.
The article notes Gastroght likely to pitch for Boston against New York, with Davies for the Giants. It mentions Lewiston game at Congress Street grounds, Boston Reds attendance and admission price, and manager McGunigie aiming to strengthen with pitchers. It discusses players Sheehan Leighton Wilson Mercer Donahoe McAuley Glasscock, Sharrott, Wise, Dowd, Bannon, and college players vs ordinary pros, plus speculation on pitcher and catcher roles and team dynamics.
Billy Clark will race Walter Allison of the Worcesters in a mile at the B A A games on August 26. He also faces Harry Hodgkins at Cambridge A A games on Labor Day and trains for a match with McLaughlin at the Dorchester A C picnic on August 30 at Melville Garden. Dan Long of the B A A will referee amateur games at St Peter's Church picnic at Highland Lake tomorrow. The Dorchester Club lines up in events including the 10 yard dash and mile run while Bernard Doherty seeks to break the five standing jump record. The list of competitors features Jere Connor C P Moakley Ben Osthues T Gleavy Joe Cross J F Moakley J Bennett J McLaughlin W Currier W J Archibald Billy Clark Harry Corcoran J McKinnon Tim Conley Eddie Pettee C Gerow W J Fulton Bernard Doherty and Braggroth. Callaghan disqualified himself by running at the East Boston Associates picnic.
Cup defender Vigilant arrived in Newport from Bristol and will stay until Friday or Saturday before sailing to New Rochelle New York. The Lake Yacht Club Fleet decided to sail for Shelter Island at 8 am tomorrow where gig races will be held and Thyra was presented to the fleet.
Cambridge residents rally behind a new park commission led by Alderman Ponce to shape three major park sites. Binney field in Ward 2, a riverfront tract near Cragie bridge in Ward 3, and part of Rindgefield near the YMCA in Ward 5 are eyed for open spaces. The three commissioners, drawn from East Cambridge, Cambridgeport, and older North Cambridge, are viewed as impartial and determined.
Telegrams from Dominick O Malley spread news that Billy Smith and Jack Dempsey are near in reach but unlikely to meet soon. Smith arrives in Boston today aiming for a renewal offer if he beats Ryan, while Dempsey seeks better money and honor elsewhere. Matches, prospects, and venue rumors swirl as promoters, managers, and fighters eye key bouts at Columbia Club and Madison Square Garden amid plans for the July 31 show and other heavyweight sparring in New Jersey and Philadelphia.
Winners list from Monmouth Park July 18 with five eighths to one and one fourth miles. Artillery Harvest Lena Oliver gelding Roche Sent White Rose Fairy Hornpipe Sam Lucas Dobbins Had Time 1 00 Stockton stakes Sir Walter Daily America Ramapo Time 2 08 4 Crossfire Deception Beansey Madrid Time 1 40 4
In six races at Brighton Beach on July 18, Baylor wins the first in 1 56 14. Token ties Pauline and Violette for second in 57 14. Billet Doux takes third with Westchester second and Lourdette third in 1 15 percent. Towlander defeats Lizzie with Virgie third in 1 50. Play or Pay wins six and a half furlongs with Remorse first and Vagabond second in 1 23. Ingot leads seven furlongs, Lan sing first, Don't Know second, third.
The Worcester Driving Park July meet opened at the fair grounds. Favorites won most races except the 7:32 trot where Duster, second choice, captured the second, third, and fifth heats despite a late miscue. Some heats were declared invalid or questioned for driving to win. Allie Trout rode Stoneridge to victory earning $50, while Charlie Abbott won $50 for Thetis. Carpenter of Stoneridge was fined $50. Yankee Luck defeated Aleagzar Belle in the 2:50 class.
The Franklin Park races expect record participation across events on August 1 2 4 and 5 with entry closing July 22, signaling the largest field ever for the track. Organized by local officials the meet aims to showcase top contenders and attract a large crowd.
Springfield clubs join naval battalion training while Hudson and Quincy groups prep for Barre Vermont L A W meet with prizes including a diamond valued at 60 dollars and a silver cup. Entries close August 26 1893 with riders from Springfield Malden Waltham and Cambridgeport among those listed.
A past letter to the editor contests Karl Kauffman as world champion bicyclist, arguing Marchner earned the title in a 1890s international contest with Gougett Kenny and Striebel. It asserts Kauffman did not compete for a real championship, instead purchasing a medal and claiming the honor.
Providence reports that John Stetson arrived on the steam yacht Stellar from New London, departing July 8 with wife Kate Stokes Stetson, sister‑in‑law Mrs Doris, Manager Doris, Captain A W Cooke and wife. Stetson jokes about loafing and says he avoids business during the trip while praising the vessel and hospitality from the Corinthian Yacht Club in Yonkers along the Hudson.
The Longwood tennis tourney entered a hot day fading into threatening clouds with a light rain. Notable entrants Larned and Hobart declined to play, though Hobart may join for an exhibition. Chace defeated Budlong 6-4 and 9-7 in an unfinished match, while Stevens outplayed Lyman 6-3 6-3 6-4. Foote defeated Talmage after a tight start, and crowd favorites watched as Hall Mansfield and Wrenn routed opponents.
The North Shore reports a thunderstorm reducing beach attendance at Point of Pines and Crescent Beach. A large family party enjoyed indoor amusements. A New Winthrop Hotel concert drew about two hundred spectators with praise for all performers including Ida Jeanette Fernandez and Eliza Buschan. Numerous hotel arrivals are listed, with moonlit excursion plans for Friday aboard the new Winthrop steamer. Additional notes cover a novel duck party at Young's Hotel, Aphelion Society dance, and a Capemont Beachmas arrival list. The Clark assault case prompts Chelsea court hearing Friday. Construction updates note Janvrin, Hermann, Magee housing projects.
In Nashua New Hampshire two children and several family members fell ill after eating fruit with mysterious symptoms including cramps and red and black spots. Authorities delayed post mortem examination amid conflicting views from Dr Petit and the Board of Health. The case sparked protests as officials work to determine if poisoning or disease caused the deaths while the family remains under care and the public watches closely.
At a recent Everett city committee session resolutions urged party unity and opposed early petitions for General Court candidates. The Common Council filed an extra fire department appropriation while approving school furnishing funds. A city lease to Cyrus Hapgood starts Dec 1 for ten years at 2000 annually. Band concert plans were assigned to cross-party representatives.
Miss Regine Anker of New York visits her aunt Mrs. Ss. Samuels at 34 Garden Street and plans a Thursday departure for an outing at Bar Harbor. J. F. Fitzgerald, injured by a Broadway electric, has recovered enough to return home to Revere. The Revere Rubber Company Mutual Benefit Association held its annual picnic at Centennial Grove Essex with 1200 attendees enjoying boating dancing and amusements. A baseball game between Millstreams Chelsea and Athletics East Boston ended 6 to 2 for Chelsea. The four oared race was won by MacLaughlin brothers of Chelsea.
Funeral services for Philemon Davis were held from 14 Carter street yesterday afternoon after he was fatally struck by a motor vehicle in Lawrence. A delegation from Ivanhoe Edge No 18 of the K of S attended the service where the deceased was a member. Also noted were Mary E Mullin burial at St Francis de Sales Church and Father Murphy presiding. Driver Toomey of Chemical 9 begins a two week trip to the Columbia Exposition, with Ladderman W Mitchell leaving two weeks later. Daniel McCarthy suffered an assault on Main Street, felled by a heavy blow, then treated at Whitton's drug store and City Hospital by Dr Cutter's orders.
South Boston shareholders will gather at the court house tonight as books open for distribution and about 1200 will be offered for sale. A special South Boston Athletic Association committee meeting followed at Clan na Gael Hall with Councilman Mansfield presiding. John J. McVey, injured at Highlande Grove, is in a comfortable condition and plans to be active soon. Ex Senator Cronin received a complimentary banquet and reception at City Point Catholic Association rooms.
The funeral for Mrs. Alice Barnes wife of W P Barnes was held yesterday from her Maple Avenue residence. A large gathering of friends and relatives attended and many floral offerings were displayed. Rev T E Pitts of the First Congregational Church conducted the services.
Bar Harbor July 18 The Kebo Valley Club plans a national tennis tournament drawing top players. Absent Mossley Hall this year due to Colonel Elliott F Shepard death, the event opens August 7 under National Lawn Tennis rules. A $300 cup awaits the winner who wins it twice, with usual individual prizes.
A compact notice from the American Wringer Co advertises wringers and sweepers with extensions at Broadway. It lists products including wringers manglies and spring bedscarpet sweepers and notes repairs and mail orders promptly attended to.
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