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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1900
Page
3
Willis dominated, Cincinnati Reds were kept at bay while Boston built a comfortable lead. Philips forced in two Boston runs with bases on balls, fueling the victory as Boston claimed the game.
Cincinnati hosts Boston in the first game at the rebuilt park with a moved diamond. Willis dominates Reds, who manage four hits led by Corcoran and Beckley. Boston builds early leads, scores in each of the first two innings, and holds on for a win.
Pittsburg Penn June 28 Philadelphia was shut out today for the first time this season in one of the best games played here Attendance 2000 The score likely reflects a tight contest with strong defense and notable pitching or pitching equivalent by both sides.
In the Eastern League Toronto beat Springfield 7 0 in game one and Toronto won 5 to 2 in game two. Providence lost to Hartford 3 2 while Montreal edged Worcester Syracuse was postponed due to wet grounds. Connecticut League games saw New London 4 Waterbury 2 and New Haven 7 Norwich 1 Derby 10 Meriden 8 Bristol 5 Bridgeport 4. American League Indianapolis 5 Buffalo 3 Detroit 10 Cleveland 3 Kansas City 8 Milwaukee 8
In St John New Brunswick on June 2 Tufts College faced the St John Alerts when rain stopped play in the eighth inning with the Alerts leading 8 to 1. Batteries were Yapp and Jope for St John and Foster Jenness and Fisk for Tufts.
The article notes Philadelphia and Boston remain close with a 73 point gap. Victor Willis shines on the circuit and in away games. Bill Clarke rests in Baltimore before joining Boston in Pittsburg. NL President Young backs Brooklyn to Washington transfer as a strong baseball town. St. Louis suffers a string of misfortune with Heidrick injuring a leg and McGraw, Wallace sidelined. Cy Seymour finds current American League form after a rough debut. Chicago captains Ryan and Donahue reconcile after jealousy caused earlier friction.
Yale’s Charles A. Carver of Chicago shattered his own intercollegiate strength mark with a phenomenal total of 2371.3 kilograms or 6217 pounds, securing the championship as announced in New Haven on June 28.
At the Allston Golf Club on June 28 Milton defeated Allston 6 to 3 in a team match. Visitors Wilkie and Wallington posted 3 up each, delivering strong rounds for Milton.
Edward Atkinson of Boston spoke at the American Association science session, condemning government actions in Cuba and the Philippines. He argued nations fund quack measures and that troops sent to oppose Spain were sent against their will, predicting that wrongful acts will end when public conscience Narrows.
The Pearl of the park steamer on a City Point to Squantum trip broke its shaft near Thompson’s Island and anchored offshore. Fire rockets from the wharf drew Captain Dawson and the City Point life-saving crew who rescued passengers and brought them to South Boston. The vessel was secured at the Thompson’s Island wharf.
Mile. Renee Boillod a Parisian danseuse who arrived with Henry Dunley was deported today due to lack of funds and reluctance to stay. Her body was recovered yesterday after Dunley jumped overboard during quarantine on the steamer.
Thousands attended the Farragut Day celebration at M Street grounds despite scorching heat as the day’s events, led by bicycle and track races, faced repeated delays. Partridge and Logan starred in a great race, drawing keen interest from spectators in the afternoon sun.
A Lynn club official confirms the July 5 meeting will occur. Main feature is a twenty round New England championship bout Danny Ryder versus George F Murray at 118 pounds with two strong preliminaries. Also noted are past bouts involving Sullivan, Corbett, Sharkey and Fitzsimmons, plus a letter for Kid Doyle.
Last night's electric light races at Combination Park were postponed due to unsafe wet track conditions. Manager Hicks opted to avoid accidents while a large crowd enjoyed vaudeville acts in the dancing pavilion. Tonight's 2:21 pacer entries include Trilby Buck Johnson Midget Horton Walnut Girl and Worth more. Tomorrow features a hot five mile pursuit between Orient Cycle Club of Charles Town and Crescent Cycle Club of East Boston with fast rider trios.
Fred L. Partridge dominates a challenging oval race, edging Patsey Logan in a five mile pursuit after a dramatic near-upset. Partridge set a steady early pace, then quickened after two miles to close the gap, finishing strong in a thrilling chase as Logan fought to maintain lead on a demanding two and a half foot banking.
From New York reports the Ruhlin Sharkey fight shows Sharkey in poor form and undisciplined, while Ruhlin used calm judgment and effective countering. The writer questions whether Sharkey fought on instruction or by impulse, suggesting potential risk and misdirection in the sailor’s performance.
Louis Goldstein a tailor at 36 Main street Charles Town was assaulted and robbed of about fifty dollars last night around 8 30. Augustus Lambert 21 of 100 Washington street and Arden Van Wyke 18 of 21 Mt Vernon street were arrested at home on charges of robbery. A third man is sought. Eight dollars was recovered. Both suspects admit being in the store but deny the assault and theft. They face a hearing today.
Five thousand people gathered in Augusta Missouri on June 28 to serenade and congratulate the Honorable John F Hill on his nomination. The crowd hailed the candidate with cheers and expressions of support as dusk fell over the town.
A serenade was given at the Blaine mansion, the residence of the Republican gubernatorial nominee. Men of prominence from across the state attended the reception that followed.
New York reports Boer envoys depart Havre for home after talks with French reception committee. Bourke Cochran participates and other delegates plan return to South Africa as negotiations continue.
Gossip of the Wheelmen reports Amos G Batchelder and R F Kelsey leaving Boston for New York to review racing matters and discuss suspensions. Moran of Chelsea faces Aug 1 suspension. concerns over unpaid prizes and upcoming Cambridge six day race loom.
The Metropolitan Wheelmen and Press Cycling Club agreed to add the Press Club team of three to the pursuit, creating three teams of three. The event attracts top eastern New England amateurs with strong entries from Fall River and Hammond, Indiana riders.
Lawyer Coggan fails to obtain search warrants or a hearing to revoke the Merchants' Club 140 Boylston street license amid alleged gambling on poker and liquor violations. He plans to appeal to Governor Crane after courts denied warrants and police commissioners postponed hearings.
A quiet Saugus program featured two close trotting heats in 2:20s with Belle Curry edging Minnie L Wilkes in the 2:3 and 2:4 races. Winola swept the 2:16 class in three straight, while Minnie L Wilkes also won the 2:35 pace narrowly against five rivals amid controversy over effort.
The Prohibition convention in Chicago adjourned after nominating John G. Woolley of Illinois for President and Henry B. Metcalf of Rhode Island for Vice President. Swallow of Pennsylvania and Hale Johnson of Illinois were pasippiated. Johnson shifted support to Woolley. Metcalf won the vice presidential vote, and over seven thousand dollars was raised for campaign use.
Governor Roosevelt grew angry in Oyster Bay Long Island after learning reporters had secretly photographed his children on the grounds and during their bathings. He declared he would not tolerate photographers coming there.
Samuel Walsh, thought dead four years, resurfaces in Brockton amid suspicion, insurance disputes, and Knights of Pythias efforts to recover funeral funds. Reports say Walshs absence sparked sightings, seances, and a citywide hunt before authorities and his lodge react.
During a June thunder storm an oysterman named B Hathaway of Warre Island and two companions aboard a steam oyster boat near Bristol were struck by lightning. Hathaway was killed and others burned. the watch in his pocket was melted by the heat.
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