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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1892
Page
3
Anson's feelings revealed as Quakers stumble with Ward beaten, Too-Anse triumphs and falls. The Spiders secure two wins while the Senators overpower the Orioles in a mixed set of results.
The fast Phillies outpaced the Bostons yesterday and Harry Wright watched with a serene smile behind his glasses. Ward believed he could rally his men to a New York trip for a thrashing of the Giants, but was left defeated as the Bridegrooms stirred from a nap. Buck’s men again prove their popularity while the Senators faced the Balti mos in a quiet, wordy matchup.
A historical sketch details James A R Underwood’s early crash on a high wheel in 1882 and his shift to safer cycles. It notes his import of the Quadrant three track tricycle and the first safety bicycles to the United States, once mocked but now popular with New England wheelmen. Underwood became the New England manager for Quadrant Cycle Co. of Birmingham, selling safety wheels and promoting their strength, beauty, and running ease.
The narrative notes earnest Washingtons to win while Baltimore men show little zeal. Chicago team lands in Pittsburg and takes a beating, then requests another trial with umpire's aid. Cleveland hosts a bold double challenge, and Tebeau's Colonels invite disaster from his team.
The Quakers win 1 0 as Hamilton delivers a deciding hit in the fifth while Keefe and Nichols duel on the mound. Boston struggles to produce late in the game with a lone ninth inning threat thwarted by sharp defense and a remarkable McCarthy throw.
Washingtons outbatted the Baltimore club in a decisive game on June 15. In the final inning Larkin hit a home run as part of a late surge.
The event sees Long score 700 of 900 points and Irwin close second in pole vault and hurdles. Standouts include Milligan Richardson and Dowd with multiple hits and official notices of event management by H. S. Cornish and M. L. Pratt. Washington and Baltimore clash with a 5 to 4 final in baseball action.
The New Yorks defeated Foutz with Rusie yielding scattered hits. Ward struggled with seven errors by his team. Notable play came from Richardson Fuller Corcoran and O'Brien with Boyle and Burns strong at bat. Attendance 2,928. Final score shows New York advantages in hits and fielding.
The second game was one of the finest and hardest fought battles in Cleveland this year. Cleveland won in the eleventh on Jenning's wild throw and Virtue's three-bagger. Virtue, Davis, and McAleer contributed key plays. Davis stole a base and Brown hit a three-base drive. Pitching and defense dominated as both sides matched wits in a tense, low-scoring contest.
Mystic Park’s June meeting drew a big crowd as drivers and horses battled in the 2:22 2:30 and 2:19 classes. Jesse Hanson earned two heats in the 2:22 class with Blue Bells and Gothard, while General Turner assisted with a winning ride. Henry H. and G. R. S. also posted strong performances in the 2:19 class, amid driver lectures from the judges for questionable driving. The card for day three features 2:27 2:20 trotting and 2:21 pacing with twenty entries in the 2:27 event.
Pittsburg edges Chicago 10 to 2 as Hutchinson allows scattered hits. Anson, Dahlen, and Canavan contribute on offense while Bierbauer, Beckley, and Shugart hold key defensive plays amid a tiresome, error-prone game.
Port land loses to Woonsocket 1 0 in nine innings as Klobedanz homers and stars with strong pitching. Annis makes a running catch, and O Brien miscues for Woonsocket s only run. Attendance 8300. Portland 0 9 0 0 6 9 0 1 3 vs Woonsocket 9 1 9 0 0 9 0 0 0 1.
Pawtucket won 9 to 0 after one inning as umpire Kelliher ruled Doe out for being off third base. Doe argued and was fined five dollars twice, then thrown out for remarks. Captain McGunnigle disagreed, but after Brockton players did not take the field, Kelliher awarded the game to Pawtucket.
New Haven misplayed two costly plays as Providence hustled to an 8 to 2 victory. Providence benefited from stronger fielding and timely sacrifice hitting while New Haven battled errors and weak offense. Sullivan and Ryan pitched for Providence with Wells backing New Haven’s lineup.
The Oxford crew seeks an international race with the Harvard or Yale winner of the Harvard Yale race at New London. Harvard Boat Club president W Forbes notes no official action. English prefer Thames or September race, but costs and summer training hinder clear plans.
In a tense second game Baldwin and Luby pitched for Chicago while Bierbauer and Luby starred at the plate. The crowd of 38953 surged as the umpire’s decision decided the outcome. Bierbauer Shugart and Shriver stood out in fielding with strong hitting by Bierbauer and Luby.
The Safety's outing group invites Ladies Day on Sunday June 19 aboard the Governor Russell excursion steamer from the Chelsea Street pier Charlestown at 9 80 a m sharp. Music will be by the West Point Cadet Band. Commodore C M Doherty Captain Ben H Benton Commander James J Doherty Lt Morris Kelly Chaplain Thomas Clark and Paymaster George B Leslie form the reception committee.
Elmira defeats Troy 12 to 10 while Philadelphia Athletic beats Binghamton 10 to 8. Syracuse edges Buffalo 6 to 5, and Albany dispatches Rochester 11 to 4 in Eastern League action.
Cleveland defeated Louisville in both games of a doubleheader at Cleveland. The first pitch was delayed as Louisville players arrived late, and McAleer collided with Taylor at first base, breaking Taylor's ribs in the second inning. Cleveland hitters did damage against Meekin, posting comfortable wins with an attendance of 2,585.
Williams College fell to Amherst on a windy day as Williams batted poorly and Amherst pitchers were shaky yet effective. Key players included Allen and Taylor for Amherst and Beach for Williams. Final details include eight Amherst hits to five for Williams and six errors by each side.
On Monday June 27 at the Irvington Oval H. Cornish aims to meet New England Association A A U standards in an all round competition starting at 4 p m. The events include 100 yard dash 114% 38 inch, 16 pound shot 31 feet, running high jump 5 feet 6 inches, 16 pound hammer 80 feet, pole vault 8 feet Bin, 120 yard hurdles 21 seconds, 56 pound weight throw 18 feet, running broad jump 18 feet, and a mile run 6 minutes.
Daniel Long dominated the third annual Milton Cup at Irvington Oval, edging P. J. Finneran and W. G. Irwin to clinch the all round title under N B A A U rules with top marks in most events including a 20 foot broad jump. He earned a spot representing the B A A at the national all round championships on July 16. Fordham weight and hammer events aided his win as officials note AAU standards rising in shot weight.
A testimonial for the clever boxer Doc OConnell drew many friends to Partridge Hall last evening. The program opened with Jimmy Ormond of Providence versus Tommy Cooney of Boston in a draw, followed by J Hickey vs M Leary, then Harrigan vs Kane. The main event pitted Dov OConnell against Jimmy Hearst, ex champion of Canada, with honors about even at the final bell.
The Morris Park program for June 15 lists six races. Winners include Lavish, Lepanto, Zorling, Brown Beauty, Morello, and Gertie D with places Wah Jim, Gloaming, Fagot, Madrid, Spartan, Count, and Bellwood respectively. Times noted as eb 472, 1:283, 1:07%, and 1:41%.
The Mystic cricket team defeated the Wanderers in Medford by 62 to 50. Joslin scored 28 for the Mystics and young Perkins bowled well. Saunders claimed seven Mystic wickets.
The prospectus extols Norfolk Downs as the ideal year round home with quick train service, scenic routes, boating and bathing nearby, and strong land value prospects. It warns the June 25 expiry of a $10,000 offer and pro rata distribution to first buyers, plus $300 to the first 50 builders and a year of free rail travel.
The message invites readers to come to the office where multiple reasons are promised. It emphasizes an in person presentation and suggests there are many more reasons to attend. The tone is promotional and invites immediate action.
Buyers urged to arrive early as salesmen cover the Norfolk Downs property all day, stressing that despite broad offerings there is still a preference for individual choices.
Weight-oared crews from Cornell and the University of Pennsylvania competed in a straightaway three mile race at Ithaca New York on June 15. The Cornell crew won with ease over the Penn team.
An adjourned meeting at 50 State street chaired by Solomon Lincoln voted to establish a professorship of economic history and to elect William James Ashley as professor from Sept 1, 1892. Also named William Henry Howell as associate professor of physiology from Sept 1, 1892, reappointed preachers for 1892 93, and appointed Elijah Winchester Donal as preacher for 1802 95. A committee on athletic sports for 1892 3 was formed with three faculty and two graduates. Reappointments included Theodore Willis Fisher and Samuel Holmes Durgin as lecturers.
The Boston bark Hiram Emery arrived from Caleta Buena after an 86 day home passage. It left Caleta Buena and passed Cape Horn on April 14. Sails split in a squall Tuesday night in Massachusetts Bay. The voyage round trip took seven months and twenty days.
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