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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1895
Page
4
Happy Jack Stivetts pitched effectively at the South End grounds, limiting Cleveland to few hits through six innings and contributing to a Boston win. Notable moments included Jimmie Bannon's daring three-base steal and Ganzel's sharp hitting as Boston built a lead while Cleveland battled errors and late contact.
An old advertisement notes Beecham's pills for condition 109 priced at 25 cents. It urges readers to purchase at their druggists and follow the remedy as directed.
Clarke pitched a fine game for New York as Cincinnati could not score after the fourth inning. Parrott was hammered in the third and Dwyer replaced him. New York fielded beautifully while Cincinnati faltered. New York purchased Clark’s release from Scranton and loaned Fielder Bannon to Scranton. Attendance 3000. Score New York 2 0 2 4 0 0 6 0 8 1 Cincinnati 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 6 0 8 Hits New York 15 Cincinnati 8 Errors New York 1 Cincinnati 6 Batteries Clarke and Driver Parrott Dwyer and Merritt.
Chicago wins 6 to 4 over Washington as Terry limits scoring after the first inning. Four runs for Chicago come with two outs due to bases on balls and hits. Attendance 4000. Batteries Terry Moran Mercer McGuire. Washington 4 0002 000 0 4. Chicago 0 0 6 0 6 5 0.
Brooklyn 6 Louisville 8 as Griffin occupies third inning to block O'Brien double play. Preston and Weyhing homer. Attendance 1300. Score Brooklyn 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 2 Louisville 0 0 1 0 1 0 8. Errors Brooklyn 1 Louisville 12. Batteries Stein Grim Weyhing Welch.
St Louis wins a hard fought game after Jennings miscue in the eighth allows three runs. Breitenstein limits Baltimore to six singles, Hemming solid except in sixth and eighth. Attendance 3000. Final score St Louis 7 Baltimore 0. Batteries Breitenstein Peitz Hemming Clark.
Philadelphia won 8 to 3 over Pittsburg in a well played game. Hart issued five bases on balls enabling three runs, while McGill pitched effectively. Four consecutive singles in the eighth inning produced two runs. Attendance reached 4900 as both clubs fielded sharply.
Brooklyn comes to South End grounds this afternoon to face leaders in a strong advance. Anderson, a Haverhill alum, joins Billy Smith Daly and Griffin in a fast infield and Treadway in the outfield. Grim handles behind the plate with a top pitching staff led by a former Louisville catcher.
Lenang and McDermott starred as Fall River shut out Augusta through five innings before scoring to win 4 to 0. Klobe’s pitching and solid defense fueled the visitors’ victory in the New England League game played in Augusta, Maine.
Falls River Augusta battering details mention Klobedanz Callahan and Rollins Dilworth and Piynn in an uneven lineup.
New Bedford edged Bangor 4 to 6 in ten innings in Bangor. The game featured brilliant plays and many errors on both sides, with 12 base hits for New Bedford and 8 for Bangor. Friend and Murphy pitched for New Bedford with Wheeler and Hayes catching for Bangor.
Lewiston defeated Brockton 17 to 10 in a high scoring, loosely played game. Flack starred in the field, Gill excelled in base running, and Lenane and Manning contributed with timely hitting. Lewiston had 15 hits to Brockton’s 12, while errors were 7 for Lewiston and 11 for Brockton. Batteries were Viau and Burke for Lewiston and Sharrott and Manning for Brockton.
Portland debuted pitcher Dunn who delivered solid work as the home team routed Pawtucket 14 to 6. Dunn and Terrien supported by Todd and Barton yielded 11 Pawtucket errors while Portland posted 14 hits.
New England Association game in Nashua New Hampshire ends with Nashua defeating Salem 12 to 9 in a high scoring slugfest. Batteries Krumm Roche Yerrick Shaffer McStein Linehan. Nashua piled 24 base hits while Salem had 14 with 10 errors.
Haverhill defeats Fitchburg 60 to 23 as Fitchburg players receive two weeks' salary and pay fares home after a morale dampening outing. Home team had a picnic during the game while visitors played without heart. Base hits Haverhill 12 Fitchburg 7. Errors Haverhill 3 Fitchburg 12. Batteries Brinton and Clohecy Gildea Cook and Donovan.
Scranton outplayed Providence 8 to 3 as Meaney pitched for Scranton. Providence had 11 hits but failed to bunch them or convert them into runs. Scranton capitalized on slow fielding and Hudon’s delivery, improving their game while Providence lacked their usual vim and snappiness.
Springfield edged Wilkesbarre 18 to 4 as Callahan and Gunson held the visitors to scattered hits while Springfield's bats connected for 14. Scheffler fumbled in the eighth allowed Earle to score on Shannon’s hit, a turning moment amid heavy Springfield contact and sharp fielding. Attendance was 1500.
Syracuse edged Rochester 21 to 8 as the Stars capitalized on Rochester errors limiting the visitors to four misplays. Lush overthrew in the first inning allowing two runners to score. Attendance was about 2000 with Day and Hess vs Baldwin and Berger on the batteries.
Buffalo csc defeated Toronto 2 to 1 at home in Buffalo New York. The decisive eighth inning saw Smith homer for two bases and Dement reach on a misplay before scoring. Final hits were Buffalo seven Toronto six with three errors each. Batteries Wads worth Urquhart Crane Lake.
The Brooklyns face the Cleveland team at South End grounds this afternoon at 3 30. Nichols will pitch for the home nine while Cleveland players including Johnson of Haverhill seek a trial. Stivetts fanned ten yesterday as Keeler Burkett and Bannon slip in batting. The right field stands were full and Harrington of Fall River gains attention from New York. Fred Dobie of Amesbury observed the game among Hamilton Mills staff and traveling men Dr George M Bahan and John P Hagan were present.
Arrangements with the New York New Haven Hartford Railroad offer round trip tickets including grandstand admission for 2.25. Tickets available on all trains except the 10 o'clock limited with the 1 PM Park Square departure arriving in Providence in ample time for the race.
The article notes fans and old local figures in Amesbury discussing a recent game. Portland signed Mike Sullivan as pitcher for 250 dollars a month. Killen returns home to Pittsburg due to injury, sidelined a week. Delahanty praised as top out fielder with infield versatility. Multiple NL clubs feature former Athletic or Philadelphia players. Cincinnati won three games on their Eastern trip.
Welterweight champ Billy Smith was cut in the thigh with a razor by two young colored boxers after an argument on Court street. He received seven stitches at Emergency Hospital and will be laid up about ten days. Smith declined to file a warrant against the attackers.
Yale's largely substitute nine prepared for the Cambridge game Thursday. Carter misses the box, Trudeau to sub, Quinby moves to third, and Quinby anchors third base while Speer recovers. Letton starts at first, with Carter shifting to second as Quinby gains third. Yale expects an easy win and has sent funds to Cambridge for coverage.
Ravensbury won the Ascot Stakes by a length and a half over Sancho Panza with Fatherless third. Persimmon captured the Coventry Stakes, while Florizel II won the gold vase two miles for the Prince of Wales. notable royal guests attended and many Americans gained access to the royal enclosure.
Charles Carlson, 35, a Milton resident and carpenter, vanished from his home on Sunday June 9 after a quarrel with his wife. He left in a gray sack suit with laced shoes, calico shirt, and brown felt hat, and his whereabouts remain unknown.
London witnesses say the Cornell crew completed the Henley course for the first time last evening. The regular crew rowed at about forty-five strokes a minute for most of the way and finished with a late spurt at forty-eight. Captain Bradshaw and Mr. Stillwell of the London Rowing Club observed the trial and judged the pace maintained despite unsettled conditions.
Cambridge Athletic Club president Horan said no reply yet from Yale Athletic Association on an international college meet. Harvard and Yale favored July, but September is the only possible date if the event happens. No team selection will occur until a response is received, and arrangements hinge on American replies.
The article lauds Judge Gaynor of the New York Supreme Court for his short tenure on the bench and its reforming restraint. It highlights his decision requiring Mayor Schieren to issue a license to the Seaside Athletic Club, endorsing lawful authority over reformist overreach and criticizing aldermanic obstruction in Boston boxing licensing.
The Post announces the deadline for the prize bicycle costume contest as Wednesday June 19 at noon. A competent board of judges will select the best costume based on beauty, practicality for cyclists, and hygienic qualities. The judges' award will be announced in the Post on Sunday June 23.
The Post invites designs for a modest stylish bicycle suit for women with sketches or photos. Competitors must include names and addresses. The article discusses skirt innovation that resolves dressy modesty and safety concerns for wheelwomen, noting a back-skirt split secured to the legs enabling quick transformation.
Three members Frank Marsh Joe Birch and Fred Brown did not join the White Mountain trip choosing Concord New Hampshire instead. They reported a splendid time though the White Mountain group encountered several sudden showers.
Racing updates from Boston area tracks include Zimmerman-Johnson match plans and repairs after bicycle punctures delaying a trip to Providence. Mrs. Eck and Mrs. Spooner attended the press box in Waltham to hear the inside story and possible training move to Asbury Park. A new park sign near Jamaica Pond advertises refreshments, while the Orient ten mile road race offers over sixty prizes and deadlines for entries. A July 4 women’s costume competition with a $50 diamond ring sponsors a track carnival by the Waltham Cycle Club and Emmet Literary Association, with entries open to all.
The Boston and Maine railroad will run a special daily train from Union Station at 1:3 p.m. and return after the races, during the big meeting at Old Saugus race course in Franklin Park. John Graham will control park privileges and novel ties may be expected. Mr Ji Lamly will supervise the cafe at the hotel.
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