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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1895
Page
6
Brown won from Harvard in the final game of the four game series played in Providence. Harvard played hard but erred at critical moments while Brown held no early advantage until late in the game. The score was not stated in the readable text.
In Andover, Sedgwick pitched well against Lawrenceville, striking out nine. Arrott left the mound in the seventh and Guerin came in. Andover hit twelve safeties led by Bartons strong display. About 1000 spectators watched as Andover routed Lawrenceville 11 to 0.
Williams beat the Stanleys of Pittsfield 60 to 5 in a loose afternoon game. Both sides showed weak play with Williams earning 17 hits to 7 for Stanleys and committing six errors to nine by Stanleys. Batteries were Lewis Corey and Draper for Williams and Welch and Trainor for Stanleys.
Bates beat Colby 17 to 7 in Waterville Maine this afternoon to win the series. Bates had 18 hits and 1 error while Colby had 10 errors and 9 hits. Batteries were Slattery and Gerrish for Bates Patterson Coffin and Watkins for Colby.
The African Methodist Episcopal Church approves napkin use to wipe the portion of the communion cup touched by a communicant before passing it to the next participant. This action aims to maintain cleanliness during the ritual.
London report notes Banquet NI as likely summer favorite for the Cambridgeshire and Carpw itches if he wins in the next weeks. Backers remain firm though details are garbled in the text.
Alderman Charles Hyde announced pool selling in Malden was ended for now after a police-backed raid on Hibernian Hall. About eighty Boston gamblers arrived by train, then left when scouts warned them to flee. Hyde had warned Chief Burleigh to act or face further action within forty eight hours.
At Dunster Lodge No 220 in Cambridgeport a surprise visit by about forty wives and daughters occurred at the regular meeting. Mrs Lizzie Wildes presented a Bible to the lodge and a gold past grand jewel to Noble Grand Wilson.
The afternoon session of the Great Sun Council Degree of Pocahontas at the Academy of Music Chelsea read reports until 6 pm then supper. At 7 30 pm an exemplification was given by Winneka Council staff. An Alfareta Council reception and dance followed in Lincoln Hall with attendees including Samuel P Tenney A P Calder B 8 Curtis Joelee and Doble.
Evidence is in and closing arguments for the defense are due. Attorney Curran attacks government witnesses Fountain and McKenna while Attorney Hamilton portrays sympathy for Foley and Mrs Sullivan as the jury weighs credibility and motive.
On Brattle street the Longfellow estate hosted Cambridge’s largest lawn party to benefit the Cambridge Social Union. Over 1100 Japanese lanterns lit the grounds with multiple tents, a central marquee for music, a Japanese bath, Russian tea booth, lemonade and flower booths, and games. Notable features included a donkey ride for five cents, performances by prestidigitator Professor W. D. Leroy, Punch and Judy, and an appearance by the Harvard College Glee Club. The Social Union Cadets were on guard duty and a long list of committee members oversaw the event.
The St Louis entered her dock at 4 20 a m in daylight with tugs at bow and stern. Hundreds of passengers watched from deck as customs officers waited. A special train for London passengers was pulled inside the sheds.
The Post invites entries for a tailor made bicycle suit for women or its cash value. Designers must submit a full description with a sketch or photo, and photographs from wheelwomen are welcome. Entrants should include names and addresses for possible publication.
Mayme Vera of Canton on June 10 outlines dress guidance for women including long tan gaiters with silver or white buttons, slippers, brown gloves, and a fixed belt. She suggests wearing undergarments to protect the chest when all ladies form a wheel.
The Winthrop couple Mr. and Mrs. Harry H. Marshall hosted the twentieth anniversary reception at Phenix House with over two hundred invitations. Guests included Jacob Van Buren, Frank B. Trask of Salem, A. B. Currier’s family of Boston, Hattie A. Osborne of Boston, Jeremiah Cohen of New York, and others. Ushers were Albert M. Crowe E A Lord Arthur Caldwell and Curtis W. Coe. Gifts included a silver salad bowl from C. H. Heney of the Winthrop Yacht Club and a royal Worcester tea caddy from Mrs. H. E. Cade of the Colonial Hotel. The evening featured lunch and music into the night.
The Ringling Bros World Famous Shows prep for Boston with a grand street procession at 10 AM and a dazzling tableau including Moscow Kremlin bells, a golden steam calliope, carriages, lions and the only giraffe in America. The event promises the largest tents and a vast menagerie, drawing rural crowds into town for a remarkable circus experience.
On the Thames at New London Yale and Harvard crews trained in two sessions under Coach guidance. Winds were light to rough and fog reduced visibility with a potential full four mile speed run anticipated if conditions improve.
Lord Dunraven’s racing yacht Valkyrie nears completion at Lapthorne’s Gourock loft. Captains Cranfield and Sycamore supervise rigging and part tests as sails await bending. First sail trial planned for Saturday if weather allows.
An old advertisement touts Sea Moss Farine as nutritious and economical. It promises to yield 16 quarts of various dessert dishes and notes receipts with each package available through grocers.
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