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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1895
Page
3
The Western country league gains attention as Cleveland emerges as a top team. Public sentiment praises the Bean Haters for tough play and wide support, with strong showings in games across multiple cities signaling their rising status.
Boston Beaneaters rout St Louis Browns in a one sided game with strong pitching from Nichols and flawless fielding by Boston. Key hits come from Hine Bannon Lowe and McCarthy while Breitenstein struggles behind a wobbly infield. Browns offense stalls as Boston pushes across thirteen runs.
Baltimore at home faced Pittsburg in a doubleheader opener. Esper blanked the Pittsburgs, with Hawley replaced by Wright after the loss. In the second game Pittsburg surged to a nine run lead in the first four innings, sending Hemming to the showers.
Baltimore staged a strong rally late but fell short in the ninth as Pittsburg won 9 to 8. Early outfield squabbles between Kelley and Brodie cost Baltimore two runs, and Stenzel hit a homer. Attendance was 4,600. In the first game, Pittsburg led 9-6 at final with 14 hits to Baltimore 13 and 2 errors each. In the second game, Pittsburg won 8-1 with 14 hits to Baltimore 2 and 2 errors. Pitchers Gardner, Sugden, Hemming, Clarkson, and Clark appeared.
Philadelphia outbatted and outfielded Louisville, aided by costly errors, scoring 10 runs on 18 hits while Louisville managed 6 runs on 10 hits. McDermott pitched poorly first inning before relief, McCreery improved but lacked run support as Zahner Taylor Clements Grady Batters faced McDermott McCreary Warner.
Stocksdale wasted pitches for Cleveland, issuing costly bases on balls as Washington's hard contact went unrewarded. Cleveland bunched hits in two innings and cruised to an 18 to 6 victory before about 1,000 fans. Hits tallied 10 for Cleveland and 15 for Washington with two errors each. Batteries Cuppy Young and Zimmer supported Stocksdale, while McGuire caught for Washington.
Cincinnati defeated New York 12 to 9 in a ragged game marked by errors on both sides. Foreman left early and Rhines shut down New York in relief as Cincinnati piled up 15 hits to New Yorks 9. Attendance was about 2,500 with Rusie charged for the loss after a rough outing.
Brooklyn defeats Chicago 9 to 3 as Tredway belts a solo homer over right. Hutchison leaves the box in the fifth for Thornton. Attendance is listed as 1,000 with Brooklyn totaling 12 hits and Chicago 8. Batteries: Donahue Lucid Gram for Brooklyn and Hutchison Thornton Kittredge for Chicago.
Providence and Buffalo played a loosely staged game as Lovett and McGinnis pitched well for much of the contest. Buffalos' fielding wavered at times and their long flies mostly found the outfield gloves. Providences two late runs after a walk muff and a key hit sealed a 7 2 win in front of about 2000 fans.
In Toronto on July 22 Springfield defeated Toronto 9 to 4. Lake scored on Payne’s long fly misread by Jones for three bases in the fifth. Chapman's group added three more runs in the sixth with three singles and a double. Wittrock started for Toronto but allowed two hits and two walks and hit a batsman.
Syracuse defeats Scranton 4 to 2 in ten innings at Syracuse N Y Barnett and Johnson pitched well with Barnett steadier. A W Ragan line drive scored the winning runs in the tenth as Syracuse out hit Scranton 8 to 9 attendance 1200.
Wilkes-Barre defeated Rochester 5 to 2 in a July 22 game. Harper and Coakley matched zeros until late, with Wilkes-Barre taking advantage of Rochester errors and timely hitting. Attendance was 260. Wilkes-Barre had 9 hits to Rochester’s 6 and 2 errors to 3.
New Bedford defeated Lewiston 18 to 6 as Daniels, ex Portlands player, struggled in his Lewiston debut after Ferson failed to appear. Attendance about 600. Scoring summary shows New Bedford 28 10 5 6 5 0 6 3 and Lewiston 10 0 0 1 0 2 6 18 with 15 hits to 9 and 3 errors to 4.
In Bangor on July 22 Pawtucket defeated Bangor 6 to 4 as Deady misjudged fly balls leading to three home runs. Notable plays included a phenomenal catch by Barton and efforts by Hannivan Waldron Daley Moore Haywood. Barkley starred for Bangor. attendance 600. Mee kin Yeager Wheeler Barkley were the battery.
In Portland Me on July 22 a quick game saw Fall River lead 12 to 7 after five innings. Sullivan faded after the fifth while Klobedanz improved. Ladd and McDermott starred for Fall River with Magoon and Corbett for Portland carrying fielding honors. Attendance 600. Final line shows Fall River 12 Portland 7 with 12 hits to 11 and errors 3 to 4. Batteries Klobedanz Rupert Sullivan Terrien.
Augusta Me July 22 Burnham's youngsters defeated Irwin's men in a well played game. Coyle pitched masterly ball but a disputed umpire decision spared Brockton a shutout. Korwan performed well and both teams showed strong play. Attendance 400. Score Augusta 4 Brockton 1. Hits Augusta 6 Brockton 4. Batteries Coyle and Butler. Korwan Donovan and Shea.
In Camden Maine on July 22 Rocklands edged Camdens 9 to 8 in a tight baseball game. The matchup featured late scoring drama as Rocklands rallied to secure the win over the Camdens at their home field.
July 22 report from Manchester Nashua notes Gyms of Sse 9 defeated Nashua 6 in a baseball game. The match highlights a high-scoring contest with key plays by the Gyms of Sse players. The result shifts local standings and adds to the season narrative for both squads.
Longwood Cricket Club hosts its annual open tennis tournament on a warm practical day. top performers include Hovey and Wrenn as likely challengers with Harvard and Yale rivals Read Chase Putnam Terry Foote among attendees. Preliminary rounds see several decisive results and early favorites emerge.
The Longwood tennis event features improved play with several defaults and close sets. Rabbeth advances over Baseby by Gateult Wrens, Ware sweeps Wellington after a tight first frame, and Rothh tops Foote by default as preliminaries wrap.
Yachts gathered at Boothbay Harbor include Coronilla and Alleema from clubs in Massachusetts and South Boston, Carita from North Haven, Aelus from Marblehead, Maggie from South Boston, and other named vessels with crews listed, as of July 22.
In Saratoga N Y the track opened with the first race over four and a half furlongs claiming Kilona won and Devola placed second with Florence Colville third in 5812 seconds. The seven furlong second race saw Rey Del Carreres win Frandywine second Sufficent third in 130. The one mile and one sixteenth third race credited Kallirhoe as winner Memour runner up Cass third in 151 34. The fifth race over one mile listed Balbriggan first eeeey second Dalgretty third, with time missing for the finale.
At Brighton Beach L. L on July 22 featured six races. Winners included Abingdon Religon Second Attempt Captain T Connoisseur and Marshall with Firsts for Her manita Religon Thyra Now or Never Milwaukee Little Matt. Times ranged from 50 seconds to 1 minute 50 seconds.
Large visiting knights from across the United States prepare for the twenty sixth triennial conclave in Boston August 27 to 30. New Hampshire sets Mount Washington headquarters with 1600 Sir Knights expected. several commanderies join in multi city pilgrimages by special trains and river steamer routes, with bands and quartets providing entertainment.
The Willimantic Dime Bank corporators elected Edwin A Buck as president John Scott as vice president and E H Holmes as treasurer A new board was chosen Buck soon resigned and Sheriff C B Pomeroy was elected to fill the vacancy Pomeroy declined the presidency The directors authorized hiring an outside accountant to straighten the books Missing notes and cash keep the deficit about the same The bank remained under police supervision with the vice president treasurer and bank examiner reviewing securities Some say Walden has left for Australia.
Patrick McManus, 50, residing at 18 Water Street Brockton, reported to Station 3 at 11 p m that $1200 was stolen in Boston yesterday afternoon or evening. He had about $500 with him, claiming it was all he had left from $1800 drawn from the bank yesterday. He was intoxicated when making the report, but police believe his statements are substantially correct.
Fire at the Noble Stove Company's foundry on Pleasant street caused $500 loss to patterns and moulds and $150 to the building. Insurance covers the damage.
Thomas Hill head farmer at St Pauls School died from injuries suffered in a bicycle collision two weeks earlier in Concord New Hampshire.
A cereal or flour product labeled Sea Moss Farine promises toothsome nutrition and economy with a package yielding 16 quarts for use in various dessert dishes. Receipts with each package claim value for grocers and shoppers.
Rob Roy previews exclusive boxing gossip on John L. Sullivan the Thurston era of testimonials led by Billy Brady and Parson Davies. Coverage mentions Corbett, Davies, Gay, and plans for seven big shows before the Corbett Fitzsimmons bout. disputes with Curt of New York Recorder and defense of Captain Daly.
A long list of riders from Dorchester Lynn Malden and surrounding towns feature in Mile novice boys under 16 and open races at Glenmere. Notable names include O Hara Beaudet Hill Tilton Johnson Duthie Lang ford Walsh Boyer and Dorr among others. Track progress updates note completion near Aug 17 and preparations for a tournament as the Massachusetts Athletic Association funds keep the project moving.
Newton Aldermen held a special meeting to abolish the police captain office and create six sergeants. They transferred 1500 to police, named F L Chamberlain and B L Thomas as bosemen on Engine 1, authorized 60000 in water bonds, and approved pipe work on Beacon Montclair and Fuller streets plus renaming Alpine street to Highland avenue. The public property committee may auction the Austin Street pipe yard land.
The first grand ball of the Boston Star Pleasure Club was held at Puritan Hall 995 Washington Street last evening. Heat affected the program as Miss Dora Goldman and Mr. Arthur Jacobs could not lead the march.
Cottage City July 22 The condition of the Rev D E Eddy of Brooklyn New York who was seized with a severe illness while preaching in Union Chapel yesterday is greatly improved He was able to be about his residence this afternoon.
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