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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1897
Page
3
Two Louisville pitchers were rocked for 20 hits and 17 runs as Boston slugged their rivals. Prize fight and egging of the umpire marred Pittsburg games while Cincinnati lost to Brooklyn in the ninth and Baltimore tied Cincinnati for second place.
Boston Beaneaters rout Louisville Colonels 17 to 2 as Nichols and Hamilton pace the offense with timely hits and runners left stranded for Louisville. Dowling and Miller struggled on the mound for Louisville, while Boston built a commanding lead with five runs in the fourth and seventh innings.
About 5200 fans watched a prize fight and two baseball games at the Pittsburg park. Sheridan clashed with Hawley after a walk, Hawley struck him, and both were involved in a benching and ejections. An umpire was egged during the second game, delaying play until order was restored. Attendance reached 6200.
Chicago 4 New York 2 in Chicago July 22. Meekin pinch hits for Murphy in ninth. Everitt belts a four bagger to cap a seventh inning rally after a 1 1 tie game. Callahan makes a great center field catch. numerous chances by Chicago defense highlight the game. Attendance 6600. Earned runs Chicago 3. Two base hit Joyce. Home run Everitt. Stolen bases Everitt McCormick Callahan Joyce. Struck out Griffith Rusie three each. Wild pitch Rusie. Umpire O Day.
In St Louis on July 22 the Browns staged a late comeback to edge Washington 9 to 8 after trailing. The game featured a tight scoring contest with the Browns scoring the decisive runs in the final innings.
An old style advertisement lists razors and sharpening services at Bestgen & Co 900 Washington near Columbia Theatre. It mentions J Crooks RAFf Reynolds and Wade & Butcher brands with 6 inch blades priced 15 cents and ready for sale.
A rough contest saw the Senators take an early lead while the home side rallied late. They scored five runs in the final innings before the last batter was retired, with attendance listed as 500.
In Cincinnati on July 22 the Reds led 7 to 3 entering the ninth when a Brooklyns rally produced six runs on an error four singles and two doubles. Reds ultimately went out in order in the bottom of the inning. Attendance was 3000. The score reads 7 to 9?
Cleveland July 22 The Indians show solid batting in the first and seventh innings while the Phillies manage little against Wilson. Phillies errors and fielding cost them, final score not shown.
At Lancaster Lancaster 15 Newark 7. at Philadelphia Athletics 7 Norfolk 4. at Syracuse Syracuse 9 Buffalo 5. at Reading Reading 5 Paterson 3.
National League games list Boston at Louisville Baltimore at Pittsburg New York at Chicago Philadelphia at Cleveland. New England League schedules Fall River at Newport Pawtucket at Brockton Taunton at New Bedford.
Jimmie Sullivan of the Bostons denies plans to ask Manager Selee for his release and says Boston is home, projecting winning form when the team returns. He trains daily with Charlie Ganzel at South End grounds and has nearly recovered his prior weight. The piece also notes Brooklyn’s prior West trip wins, a possible makeup game for St Louis and Washington, and hints Boston may have another capable pitcher, while Nichols’ strong season is highlighted.
Trotting races at Fleetwood Park in New York were postponed from today to tomorrow because of a wet track conditions.
150 new and second-hand carriages and express wagons offered at unheard-of prices. Store urges inspection of stock before August 1 for cash or installments. Dealers T Walker & Bons advertise Washington Street location and stock on consignment from manufacturers seeking quick sale.
Three Chelsea cyclists Richard F. Cronin Carl Hanson and Harris Barnaby were suspended from racing for one month starting July 1 for competing in an unsanctioned Oak Island event. Four Greenfield riders also faced suspension for the same reason.
The M and H heavyweight scene centers on Maher Sharkey with a $1200 purse for a 20 round bout at Empire A C Troy and a scheduled August payment. Sharkey and Maher plan an endurance contest. Erne McBride bout off due to short training time. Boxing clubs anticipate fall programs as reform waves fade and politics avoid boxing during elections.
Dorchester Wheelmen challenge amateur triplet teams for August races at Charles River Park. Richard Cronin accepts a race challenge from Gordon Hampton for 10 to 25 miles. Keating chainless device touted for coming season. H A Churchill to run ten miles at Nippenicket Lake Park tomorrow. Prizes include a horse and harness, diamond rings, gold watches, and more. Entry blanks available at the Post office or from H M Thompson Taunton. Eagle C C to Framingham on Sunday. Quill Club Wheelmen’s $2000 handicap in New York draws entrants from multiple states with a new half-mile pro handicap and total purses of $3400.
A 20 round Dixon versus Hawkins bout in San Francisco faces permit doubts tied to Tom O Rourke interests. Interclub jealousy signals trouble and possible draw. Bonner vs Peppers tennis six rounds in Philadelphia next Monday as Peppers seeks East recognition. Gus Rublin heads to New York to challenge any and all.
Fragments describe coatings and finishes available for painting tasks. The note lists colors and varnish types with brief usage cues and preparation tips for shop or workshop projects.
At Bass Point Natfant yesterday the St Catherine's Church parish picnic drew 1500 parishioners. Outdoor sports were postponed due to heavy rain. entertainment featured Jimmie Connolly and Phil Stingel. The event raised funds successfully with music and dancing, and organizers pledged to run postponed games next Saturday at Somerville YMCA grounds.
The final Newfound land Mutual Benefit Association picnic was held at Highland Lake Grove Wal pole under rain with over 500 attendees. The highlight was a tug of war between the O Sullivane of South Boston captained by J J O Sullivan and Elmwood Spring brewery led by Thomas J Clemens. Elmwood won in two straight heats by about three inches. J J O Sullivan also won a shot put with a distance of 3 1/2 feet.
Rain and strong breeze marked the Manchester Yacht Club open race. Little Peter beat Elfreda in class one on allowance, Hoodlum won class two, Privateer led in cabin division, Rooster remained dominant in its class, Fly captured Knockabout, and Vitesse won in class four while Circe and Fantasy tangled along the course.
At Liverpool July meeting on the second day the chestnut colt Brayhead owned by Mr. Jersey won the Liverpool cup of 1200 sovereigns. Clwyd trained by Mr. Calvert finished second and Labrador of the Duke of Westminster came third.
A London despatch notes keen geographical interest in Andree’s polar expedition. It cites pigeon arrivals at Scved and Tromsø Island, questions origin, and discusses open polar sea theories. Commodore Melville warns of risks if the flight reaches Alaska or interior regions. the balloon’s history traces to 1896 with Paris refinements.
The article analyzes a 142 West longitude inscription implying Andree could have crossed the pole and reached North America or Siberia. It discusses potential routes via the Mackenzie River or Hudson Bay if the balloon is damaged and notes no urgent anxiety for his fate, likening it to Nansen.
Commodore Melville questions the Andree expedition news but considers the report plausible despite missing sender data and dates. He doubts the pilot could reach the pole then return, though he does not dismiss the possibility of a polar crossing.
Upon return to Worcester Massachusetts Edward H Ten Eyck the Henley champion will be greeted by a large crowd. The diamond sculls will accompany him and funds have been raised for their safe keeping. Invitations have been sent to President William McKinley Gov Wolcott Edward Hanlan and Chauncey M Depew for the event.
The article outlines balloon modifications raising capacity to 170000 cubic feet with extra section and silk material to reduce gas leakage. It notes three cocoanut fibre guide ropes, a height limit of 590 feet, and a photo platform for the car. It describes Andree's steering method using a diagonal sail to adjust the balloon up to 30 degrees from wind, and gives biographical notes on Andrée, his birth in Grenna in 1854, and his family.
Thousands flock to the garden resort as Professor Bonnette and Madame Bonnette perform daring balloon jumps daily. The Morris steamer offers four scenic sails and affordable meals, turning Salem Willows into a family summer attraction with grand views and musical evenings.
York Beach attracts visitors with refined air and ample bathing and boating facilities. The Bast Maine railroad offers a special excursion from Bosal Beach to meet rising tourist demand, marking York as a leading coast resort.
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