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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1892
Page
3
Johnny Ward scores for Ew Nichols in a pivotal win as the Quakers slip in their upward arc. Anson labels Ewing incompetent, while the Colonels and Pirates defeat St Louis and the Spiders. Senators suffer a loss.
The contest was renewed with the Phillies trounced, Boston players subdued with routine effort, Brooklyns winning as Ward and Ewing tried again, Orioles defeating Washingtons in Baltimore, Senators in distress, Pittsburgs and Clevelands sparring with the Pittsburgs showing better strokes, Anson fading, Windy City teams grieving, Comiskey calm, Louisvilles still on edge, Browns beaten.
The Boston team, led by Nichols on the mound, shut down Philadelphia with only four hits through five innings and seven unearned runs in the pivotal fifth. Weyhing struggled, issuing six walks as Boston seized control, while Allen made a key defensive play in the ninth.
In a high scoring game, Boston beat Philadelphia with key hits from Nash and Duffy and dramatic catches by Lowe and Long. McCarthy opened with a sacrifice bunt and Long drove in runs for the Phillies, but Boston's timely hits and defensive plays kept them ahead through the late innings.
Brooklyn opened with a five run surge in the first inning as King struggled and was pulled for Crane. Stein pitched well backing by strong defense from Tiernan Ward and Corcoran with a sharp running catch highlighting the game.
Attendance 3885 as Brooklyn defeats New York 7 to 3. Griffin and Ward lead with multiple hits and stolen bases. Notable feats include Tiernan’s three base hit and Bierbauer home run, with King and Crane handling pitching duties for Brooklyn and New York respectively.
Salem dropped a tight game to McGunnigle's aggregation in Brockton as errors hurt late, while Brockton hit when needed. Smith starred at short for Salem with key stops, and Rudderham Shannon and Shea shone for Brockton. Attendance 200 as Dedham and Hingham players listed for a separate interval sequence, with final score to Dedhams by 10 to 4.
Cincinnati wins 6 to 1 over Chicago in a game highlighted by heavy batting and flawless defense. Hutchinson shines with strong batting, while Cincinnati pitchers keep the visitors from timely scoring. Attendance 2,732 as the home team capitalizes on opportunities and avoids errors.
Louisville pitcher Hemming held St Louis to few hits and walked none for runs. Jennings starred at short. Attendance 1260 as Louisville won easily 5 to 3 with strong defense and timely hits.
The Orioles topped the Senators in Baltimore to close the first home series with a victory after eleven straight losses. Both starters pitched well, but Baltimore’s hits came in the scoring innings while Washington’s came in a late three-run frame. Attendance 523. Orioles 7 Washington 3. Shindle 3b led with 3 hits, Halligan and Milligan produced doubles, and McGraw contributed in the infield as Duffee, Milligan and Robinson logged the mound work.
Providence defeats Syracuse Stars 7 to 6 in eleven innings. Young Stafford pitched well after the first inning. Barr for Syracuse also pitched effectively. Attendance 800. Key hits include two-base hits by Ryan Mack and Barr. Batterymen: Stafford and Ryan for Providence Barr and Urquhart for Syracuse. Umpire Charles Jones. Time 2 hours 40 minutes.
Cleveland on June 29 lost to Pittsburg after a careless inning by Zimmer and timely hits from Pittsburg. Bierbauer hit a fourth fence homer while Young struggled and Ehret pitched well. Cloudy conditions, about 1500 in attendance. The score remains unsettled in the report.
Portland wins 6 to 2 as Kelley puzzles Pawtucket. Cary drives in a run, and errors by Connaughton and Mather fuel a big fifth inning. Platt, Connaughton, and Rogers figure in fielding miscues, while attendance reaches 150 as Portland outplays Pawtucket in eight innings.
Morse bested Manchester pitcher as visitors win 4 to 0 in a well played game. Woonsocket fielded solidly and benefited from Mancester errors while McGuane and Morse led the offense. Attendance 300. Batteries Morse Guinasso Burrill Burrill. Umpire Mulcahey. Time 1:50.
June 29 Philadelphia Boston and New York clashed at Manheim in the Eastern championship opener. Boston were bowled for 89 with Priestly 22 and Fairburn 23. New York totaled 116 before the last wicket fell as Tyers and Rose added 34 apiece. Chambers took seven for 47 with fifteen maidens.
Dedham and Hingham polo clubs met this afternoon at the Dedham Club grounds for a lively game. Dedham players showed form and teamwork, delivering an exciting polo match on a sunny June day in Dedham.
Melrose A C lists entries and handicaps for July 4 events at the ball grounds. Athletes from Melrose A C, T A C, D A C, S A C and other clubs contest sprints, a one mile run, high jump and field events with distances and yardage noted. It notes a belief the standing hop, step and jump record of 20 ft 1 in may fall.
Unpredictable meets favored by outsiders as Bush wins the first heat and Clonmore proves fastest in pacing. Etta K. struggles to triumph in the 2:26 trotting while Hibiki and Sadie M. attract pools with strong competition. Race summaries note no clear favorite among three events.
Intercollegiate champion Fred Hovey made his tourney debut in Newton on June 29. He refereed the opener between Malcome Chace and Rodney W. Beach, won by Chace 9-7 and 6-6. Hovey then beat G. E. Wright in the opener of their match before Wright won the second. Afternoon play featured Bob Wrenn defeating Hugh Tallant in straight sets as Hovey also won his match against Beach in early sets.
New Haven June 29 Special to the Post reports Crimson athletes sharpening for the upcoming Harvard Yale boat race. Morning spins, revised stroke technique, and coach Keyes praise signal stronger, faster Crimson. Yale trails with heavy but fine-tuned crew. Odds favor Harvard, with boats and shells discussed as competition tightens.
Sporting notes report Daniel Long and W G Irwin of the B A A winning first and second in the NBAA all round contest will compete for the national all round championship of the AAA at the New York Athletic Club grounds on July 16. Long has a strong chance for first place as qualification demands mastery in hammer, shot, and weight and he can qualify in every event.
A business letter from C H Graves & Sons of 35 Hawkins Street dated June 24 proposes a large advertising contract with the Post. They note the hospital charity appeals and offer to buy 1876 lines, or one page, in the paper's red white and blue edition to advertise Hub Punch and G O Taylor Whiskeys.
The Anti Tenement House League met in the Sears building to read letters from working men backing H K Hannah's plan for low cost cottages. They discussed the high outlay and the need for broader public expression before advancing, and voted to issue a circular. Secretary Crowley urged endorsing the Garment Workers Union label to fight sweating. Investigation was urged before endorsement and the matter was postponed.
The 200 plus Harvard graduates feature standout families and roles. Neal Rantoul, son of Salem mayor, has led class presidency since freshman year and sails through clubs and rowing. Hugh Landon, Kokomo native, is class orator and Crimson editor in chief. Others include F N Watriss of Chicago, Rodolph Agassiz from Cambridge society, and notable scholars like Louis Jaques, composer L S Thompson, and top organizer J M Perkins.
Architect R. M. Hunt of Newport R I, recently made a doctor of laws by Harvard College, stays at the Parker House. He is prominent in World’s Fair building work, several Washington government projects, and upscale private residences.
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