21 Jul 1914
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1914
Page
1
In a marathon 16 inning game, the Red Sox defeated their opponent as the winning run came on a crucial hit by Speaker. The long contest featured late dramatics and tight pitching, culminating in a dramatic walk-off style end.
In an extended duel Boston defeats Detroit 3 to 2 in the 16th inning. Tris Speaker delivers a clutch wallop and a sharp single with the bases loaded to cap a brilliant day of fielding and hitting. Speaker's plays at the plate and in center help seal the memorable victory and move Boston to third place.
The body of Ada Taylor, found on Winthrop Beach, is being treated as a murder case. Police and Medical Examiner officials say the investigation now centers on identifying a motive and the missing straw suitcase linked to the victim, with efforts focused on tracing who induced her to leave home.
A list shows Ralph G. Taylor and others with occupations from clerk to plumber at addresses across Dorchester Roxbury Jamaica Plain and East Boston. Lawrence Robinson, on trial for the murder of Police Inspector Thomas J Norton in the Boylston case, appeared engaged in court as proceedings continued in the Superior Criminal Court.
A civil suit to separate the New York New Haven Hartford Railroad from its subsidiary rail trolley and steam ship lines will be filed in U S District Court New York within days. Attorney General McReynolds and special assistant T W Gregory led a lengthy effort to settle the matter, but the talks failed.
Former Mexican leader Victoriano Huerta and former War Minister Blanquet left port aboard a German cruiser bound for Jamaica. The party included Senora Blanquet and a daughter, sailing at 7 30 pm amid a tense scene as authorities prepared for possible further steps. A British cruiser remained nearby to assist if needed.
The committee discussed selling Boston and Maine stock owned by the New Haven free of Massachusetts conditions. It was stated that an unconditional sale could fetch about 10 million dollars more than the New Haven might otherwise receive. The New Haven case will be continued on page four.
London reports King George will host a conference of party leaders to resolve the Ulster question as a fresh drive in home rule politics sparks an uproar rivaling the army revolt earlier this month.
Harry Hooper supplies four hits fueling a Boston Red Sox push for first place alongside Hoblitzel who starred at first base. Hooper’s return signals renewed vigor after a brief slump as Hobbie shows potential speed after a tough day at the plate.
Baseball results across American, National, New England, Federal and Colonial leagues. Notable games include Boston over Defect 3 in 16 innings and St. Louis defeating New York in the first game, plus Boston 1 Pittsburg 0 and Chicago 8 Philadelphia 1 in the National circuit.
Players declare they will follow the Players Fraternity ultimatum as a strike threatens all major and minor league games. Fraternity president Fultz demands contract nullification by July 22 and supports a broader stand by players, while AL president Johnson vows park closures and penalties. The dispute centers Kraft’s Nashville move and minor league rights amid looming Federal league gains.
Baseball Players' Fraternity, including about 90 percent of National and American league men, plans a strike next Wednesday unless the National Commission rescinds its ruling on Clarence Kraft or accepts a compromise. David Fultz, president, sends out the strike order. Ban Johnson vows no compromise. Kraft, a left handed first baseman, is central to the dispute over the Cincinnati agreement and winter concessions.
Travel agency Raymond Whitcomb Co offers to plan any trip and supply tickets and hotel stays. They promote savings by arranging in advance and handling all details for the client.
The item notes Chauncey Olcott the actor born in 1859 and marks an anniversary of Cerdenie F. King, former Boston Snancier, who died at Bridgewater State Farm one year ago.
Forecast shows Boston area Tuesday fair and warmer and Wednesday fair with light to moderate west winds. New England follows with similar pattern, temperatures rising and winds easing through midweek.
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