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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1894
Page
3
A New York physician warns of unseen dangers from malaria in air and water and urges constant vigilance. He promotes Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as the sole reliable preventive, claiming it counteracts deadly germs when mixed with water during the season.
Eastern Circuit at Franklin Park on June 13 saw Princewood win the 2:19 trotting after five heats with Schoolmarm close second. Pluto led in 2:40 but broke, Aimee won heat one. 2:26 pacing unfinished with Jed Davis awarded heat. Races to finish tomorrow include 2:26 pacing 2:22 trotting 2:19 pacing and 2:25 trotting.
Yale candidates for the track team to England hold a June tournament at Yale field to decide among doubtful eligibles. Sherrill Van Ingen and Coxe, organizers of the trip, are expected as judges. The Yale Financial Union votes to allot 15 to cover trip expenses.
Lovett shines on the mound as the home team battles a tight game with limited hits. Key plays come from Lovett on the mound and tight defense behind him.
Griffiths pitched superbly for Chicago, delivering six safe hits with strong control to best Boston 6 to 2 at Congress Street Grounds. O Rourke umpired amid controversy, while Long was sent out for dissent. Dahlen and Lovett contributed key moments as Chicago capitalized on timely hits and Boston errors.
Haverhill toppled Worcester with 9 runs to 6 as Johnson and Sweeney held the mound while errors mounted for Worcester. Worcester struggled to capitalize on early scoring while Haverhill seized the lead with steady hits and solid defense.
Bangor won the June 13 game by superior stick work as Fall River fielding showed ragged moments. Final score 6 to 4 with Bangor collecting 15 hits to Fall River s 10 and committing 4 errors to 8. Batter ies were Wheeler and Hart for Bangor Stevens and Rupert for Fall River.
Lewiston beat Pawtucket 4 to 2 in a game played in Lewiston. Lewiston had 2 base hits while Pawtucket collected 8. Fournier pitched for Lewiston with Roach behind the plate, Stafford and Bergen handled the other battery, and Ferson’s fielding was the only notable weakness.
Daniels's strong pitching carried Portland to a 9 to 3 victory over Brockton. Portland scored in two innings while Brockton managed a single scoring inning. Hits were 7 for Portland and 9 for Brockton with Portland committing 1 error and Brockton 5. Batteries Daniels and Mahoney McCullough and Corcoran.
Providence defeated the championaries 1 to 0 in a vigorous batting game before about 800 fans in Providence. The early score showed Providence leading 3 0 0 4 2 1 while the visitors struggled. final tally 1 0 in favor of Providence.
Troy pitchers Meakin and Murphy shut out the Binghamton batters until the sixth. the Troys explode with a big sixth inning to pull away. Dolan relieves Barnet and allows several hits as Binghamton tallies steady runs but falls short.
Springfield edged Buffalo 11 to 9 in a tight game with late heroics sealing the win as Syracuse routed WilkesBarre 2 to 14 in a separate matchup.
New York beat Louisville 7 to 5 as Hemming was knocked around and Brown's errors cost their team. Kusie pitched steady with men on base while the New Yorks racked up 12 hits to Louisville's 8. Attendance reported at 150. Batteries were Rusie and Farrell for New York with Hemming and Grim behind Louisville.
Pittsburg defeated Philadelphia 8 to 6 to close the series. Nicol issued twelve bases on balls but kept the Phillies guessing with timing. Attendance was about 4,800 as Pittsburg collected 8 runs on 10 hits to Philadelphia’s 6 on 10 hits, with errors 4 to 3.
John D. Ryan of Riverside was acquitted of professionalism charges by a New England Amateur Rowing Association executive vote 12 to 9. The report found him guilty of selling prizes and accepting money for competition, but the final decision disqualified him as an amateur. Committees were named to seek a Charles River regatta site and city funding.
Washington defeats St Louis 19 to 5 as Esper pitches a strong game. Has samear hits a home run and Gleason is battered throughout. Attendance reported as 2016.
In New Haven on June 13 John Howland beat C Hubby 6 6 4 6 4 in the final of the Yale championship tournament. Howland was set to face Arthur Foote, last year’s champion, for the cup but Foote defaulted so Foote retains the cup for another year.
Baltimore beat Cleveland 9 to 2 as Kelley improved his average and McKeen homered for Cleveland with Childs scoring on the play. Attendance 6902. McMahon Robinson vs Clarkson Zimmer.
A dialogue notes a high time at college with a blow-out party described as reaching into the hundreds. The speaker recalls that his father footed him rather than paying directly, reflecting on the financial support and the event.
Brooklyn defeats Cincinnati 11 to 5 as Daub struggles on the mound but strong fielding backs up the win. Attendance 2890. Brooklyn tallies 2 0 2 1 3 1 2 runs by inning with 15 hits and 2 errors. Cincinnati adds 6 0 6 0 0 2 1 runs, 12 hits and 7 errors. Batteries Daub Kinslow Parrott Murphy.
Eastern Medical Institute at 19 Tremont Row Boston operates under A D Patten M D with twenty years practice and London Paris Dublin and American hospital experience. It offers treatment for all acute and chronic diseases and provides medicines without extra charge. Patients seeking advice receive straightforward guidance on potential help.
Harvard fell to Brown 14 to 4 in a game dominated by Brown’s hitting led by Donovan Bustard and Mil lard with Highlands battered by Harvard pitching. Cooke, George, and Lowney starred for Brown while Corbett and Whittemore contributed for Harvard in a lop sided contest and a decisive game is expected later in the week.
In New London on June 13 the sudden cold spell left Yale and Harvard oarsmen with stomach aches and lame conditions. Coaches halted practice for safety with a light spin possible tonight. The Thames course survey for the varsity four mile and freshman two mile races starts tomorrow. Hermann Oelrichs of New York accepted to referee the varsity race.
Yale manager Skinner and Princeton manager Humphrey have arranged a decisive series game to be held at Eastern Park in Brooklyn next Saturday. The Yale Princeton clash will start at 12 45 pm, with the Brooklyn and Cleveland League game slated for 4 pm on the same grounds, with teams in opposite sections.
In Cleveland a shop lists high grade 1894 wheels, second hand machines from 17.50, saddles 5, belts 1.50, pumps 75 cents and up, screwdrivers 35 cents, chain graphite 2½ cents, tire cement 25 cents, lamp oil 60 cents, plus repair services. Address 600 Tremont Street, Stall, W.W. Stall.
The article notes Captain Case making another change to the Yale baseball lineup as attendance builds with several hundred fans expected to travel to see the team.
Bates defeated Colby 42 to 18 in a tight intercollegiate contest at Waterville. Bates racked up 10 base hits to Colby’s 8, with Bates making 11 errors and Colby 18. The loss leaves both clubs tied for first, signaling another game likely to decide the title. Batteries Slattery Gerrish for Bates Patterson Coffin for Colby.
Public boxing events are listed for June and July with matches at Boston Theatre and Casino including Choynski Fitzsimmons, Mike Harris Joe Walcott, Paddy Ryan benefit, Lavigne Abbott, Kentucky Rosebud vs Dixon, and O Brien vs Walcott. Licenses granted to several venues and promoters. Also notes Supreme Court action on glove fighting legality and a Baltimore lightweight match Gehring vs Daly.
Negotiations converge as George Dixon and Griffo near a July 29 clash at the Casino. Catch weights set, articles to be signed after this morning meeting. Dixon backers push for a decisive decision with Griffo confident of victory.
The Sleepers Iye cigar factory team faces Harvard cigar factory in a Saturday afternoon game. Hachning posted $30 with the Post for the winning nine to take all. Teams must be amateur with thirteen players each and at most one apprentice on the field. David Pemintell leads the Sleepers and KF P Baker leads Harvard.
Entry blanks for the big Assiated Cycling Clubs race meet on July 4 are out with a strong prize list. One event awards $50, the season’s top prize. Waban Cycle Club hosts a moonlight reception on Prospect Hill in West Medford led by Captain W S Beekman. Leo Abraham is named referee for city bicycle races at Franklin Park.
Malden riders form the Malden Wheelmen bicycle racing group at Tonti Hall. Officers elected include President J. J. Walsh, Vice President H. A. Webster, Secretary C. S. Brainard, Treasurer George Hess, Captain R. M. Mugridge. About forty charter members join the new club.
Three thousand spectators witnessed seven races. Lillian L. won the fast half mile in 0:49 4, beating favorite Grellan by two lengths. Other winners included Lafayette and Chauncey with two favorites prevailing only twice.
Morris Park New York on June 13 reports six races with winners Ed Kearney In Misere Connoisseur Banquet The Coon Hammie and others plus times for each event and placements for second and third places.
Joe Walcott and Mike Harris will spar ten rounds to a decision on June 22 at the Casino. Referee Pete Donahue. Harris, taller and sturdier, trained in New York. Walcott shaping at Haggett's Pond Andover. Both have strong local followings and recent wins cited.
In New York on June 13 the prosecution closes in the Wiman case. A letter dated Feb 20, 1893 is read, admitting Erastus Wiman signed a firm’s checks to E W Bullinger without authority. He pleads for mercy for his wife and children and his long service.
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