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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1892

Page

3

Old Story as Cyclones Beat Orioles in Sunday Play

The Louisvilles overwhelmed the Baltimores in a easy victory as Fitzgerald debuted on the Orioles. Cobb’s pitching pleased Louisvilles while McGill of the Cincinnatis also pitched well in seven innings. Cuppy struggled and the Cincinnatis won the first game of the new Sunday series. The St Louis Injuns tied Chicago by winning a game from the Washingtons amid controversial umpiring by McCrum and strong Dwyer pitching.

Louisvilles Baltimores Fitzgerald Cobb McGill Cincinnatis Comiskey Clevelands Cuppy St. Louis Chicago Washingtons McCrum Dwyer

Boston's Games Aim for Four Wins This Week

Boston's schedule lists matchups with Chicago, Louisville, and Cincinnati as the strongest Western clubs, with Cleveland also noted. Selee's team is praised for strong batting and fielding while Clarkson and Staley are set as pitchers. Cincinnati and St. Louis games look winnable, with Mullane’s strong pitching giving a potential edge. The piece forecasts Boston finishing atop the circuit with at least four victories and favorable outcomes for other Eastern clubs.

Boston Chicagos Louisvilles Cincinnatis Clevelands St. Louis Selee Windy City Anson Bostons Clarkson Staley Brooklyns Ward New Yorks Giants Baltimores

National League Standings Forecast at Series End

At the close of the First Series the clubs are ranked as I foresee, with positions reflecting current form and remaining fixtures. This prediction lists likely orderings among the participating teams based on performance to date and expected outcomes in forthcoming games.

Army Case at New Hampshire Trial The Trial of Army Farce

Pialyrmouts New Hampshire May 1 special to the Post reports a dramatic courtroom farce surrounding Almy and the murder verdict. The piece notes a possible habeas corpus move, pending re sentencing in open court, and the chance of avoiding execution for a year. Attorney Matthewson argues the NH court may not uphold the murder sentence, with discussions of legal precedents and potential appeals.

Pialyrmouts N. H Temple of Justice Daniel Webster Colbath Brigham Lisbon Concord Almy Doe Allen Joseph C. Story Christie Friends of Army New York Clerk Griswold United States England Biickett the Crown Home Secretary Her Majesty English Court Journal Matthewson Woodsville Samuel B. Page Mr. Page Page Post Purose T. M. Cooley Jennison Michigan Howe City Massachusetts New Hampshire United States Supreme Court California General Johnson

Umpire under fire as Dwyer delivers late hit in tight game

In St Louis on May 1, Dwyer pitched well and nearly won with a ninth inning single that squeezed through Uoy’s legs. The umpire faced sharp calls from both sides as a crowd of 6200 watched. The score remains unrevealed in the fragment.

St. Louis Dwyer Uoy

Cyclones Down Orioles in Louisville May Day Tilt

In Louisville Kentucky May 1 the Cyclones defeated the Baltimore Orioles as Cobb was hit hard. Fitzgerald held until the eighth when four hits propelled Baltimore to five runs. Wood was laid off for different work and Shock replaced him in the outfield. Kuehne Pfeffer and Jennings starred. Attendance 6110. The score:

Louisvittz Cobb Fitzgerald Baltimore Wood Shock Kuehne Pfeffer Jennings Louisville Brown O Pfeffer Seery R.f Browning Aylor Nenne Reei Aes Ll A.B B.H. T P.O. A Whistler Pickett Robinson Pewee Eeehacense Fitzerald Welch Schock Taylor Dyler Gunson

Reds Scalp the Spiders in Misery of a Ball Game

Cincinnati defeated Cleveland as Cuppy struggled, eight unearned runs due to Reds errors in six innings, Williams replacing Cuppy in the sixth, McGill held to two hits until the seventh, Mullane finished the last two innings. Attendance 13,256. The score appears in the report.

Cincinnati Cincinnatis Clevelands Cuppy Williams Reds Cleveland Latham McGill Mullane A.B. T P.O. Ae F. Childs B.H. Tees Burkett Ceee Os O’connor Ees Davis Aetee Tebveau Seer McAleer C.f Virtue Loyle Walams Mclhee Comiskey Smith O’ Neill Childs O'Connor Halligan Murphy Tebeau McPhee Hitch Meisill Doyle Imslie

Baseball Club Standings for First and Second Series

The Post in Boston will publish final standings after the First Series and the Second Series. Ties favor Grat reeived. Send lists on the coupon to Baseball Competition H Post Boston by June 1. Clubs named include Boston Brooklyn Baltimore Chicago Cleveland Cincinnati Outsville New York Philadelphia Pittsburg St Louis and Washington.

Boston Post Brooklyn Baltimore Chicago Cleveland Cincinnati Outsville New York Philadelphia Ittaburg St. Louis Washington

Saturday’s Games Highlight Boston Win and Other Scores

Boston’s Stivetts pitched well to defeat St Louis as Breitenstein was hit hard. Brooklyn beat Louisville with Inks and Meekin in the mix. Washington edged Cincinnati with Chamberlain homering in the late inning. Philadelphia escaped Chicago in rain as Dahlen misplays aided Wright’s squad. New York topped Cleveland behind Davis. Pittsburg toppled Baltimore after McMahon’s hard hitting in five innings.

Brooklyns Louisville Inks Meekin Brooklyn Ccocccessee Pao Lonisville Chicagos Philadelphias Dahlen Harry Wright Philadelphia Chicago

Sunday Ball Games in Boston Opinion Letter

A Boston correspondent argues Sunday baseball should be allowed, claiming no harm in Sunday games and contrasting with harbor scenes and week workers who would welcome them. He cites Chicago city leagues drawing large crowds and predicts growing support in Boston next November.

Boston the Post Messrs Chicago Mr. Ies Columbus Avenue

Woman Bicyclist Hurt in Western Massachusetts Contest

Miss Grace Catlin, a noted lady bicyclist and prize winner in Western Massachusetts contests, was capsized Saturday and sustained a broken left leg above the ankle. The item promotes Beecham's Pills as a remedy.

Grace Catlin Massachusetts

Blanchard and Farrar Ad Opens Sale on Four Bottles

Pure California product offer lists four bottles priced at $1 per gallon with assorted selections. Blanchard and Farrar located at 14 to 17 Dock Square and 31 Fancull Hall Square advertise the deal.

Blanchard & Farrar Dock Sq Fancull Hall Sq

Baseball Notes: Coaching, Prospects, and Player Moves

Gaffney will coach only while the Washingtons bat. Gore, once among Chicago’s stars, is past his prime. Bayne joins Schuylkill Navy Athletic Club after refusing pro status. Weaver’s catching shines while Giants seek shakeup with new first baseman. Ned Crane and Bassett exit likely under Powers. Frontz appears twice, Needles stirs opposing pitchers, and Orioles also train at hotel. Jones, Meekin, Davis, Haddock, Hanlon, and Woodcock movements pepper the era as Phillies batting stalls.

Gaffney Irwin Washingtons George Gore Tiernan O’ Rourke Wagners Ned Crane Powers Bassett New York Cranks Dave Frontz Baltimores Jones Louisville Meekin Brown Princeton Buckenberger Cross Philadelphia Connor Thompson Mulvey Hamilton Clements Phillies

Harvard Games Entries Highlight A Strong Multisport Field

The Harvard games attract a cross section of competitors from Yale Worcester MIT and Exeter with standout names in middle distance sprints hurdles and cycling. Notable entrants include Yale captain Wright and Matt Haven in distance events MIT high jumper Heywood and mile runner White plus bicycle star Berle from Manhattan AC. Over three hundred entries promise a lively handicap meet with last year’s team returning and a Crimson band ready.

Yale Wright Matt Haven van Ingen Allen Wade Lyman Worcester Allison Mowry Lackey Harry’ Cadman Heywood Buchholz White Doyle Suffolk A. C. Berle Manhattan A. C F. Taylor Harvard Mott Haven Scott Providence Exeter Andover Schuylkill Navy A. C Dan Long Steve Coombs Morse Finneran Irwin Cook Hawes Thompson Batchelder Corbin Lowell Carr Nichols Evins Bloss Pratt Davises Endicott Fearing Green Sherwin Shead

Old Crow Whiskey Four Years Old From Blanchard & Farrar

Blanchard and Farrar advertise four year old Old Crow whiskey priced at three dollars per gallon. Available at 14 to 17 Dock ao and 34 Faneuil Hall sa.

Blanchard & Farrar Dock Ao Faneuil Hall Sa

Haile a Solid Springfield Leader and Governor Candidate

Lieutenant-Governor Haile rose from New Hampshire mills to Springfield politics, serving in the state senate and as mayor. A trusted church and civic figure, he avoids controversy, values temperance, and would wage a vigorous campaign if nominated. He declined prior governor talk for health and family reasons but now faces a united party push.

Springfield Hampden County Boston Hinsdale N. H Rufus Frost Chelsea New Hampshire Haile Mr. Haile Powers State Senate Brackett Myron Y. Walker Niver Fortress Munroe

Dudley Plans to Withhold Support If Harrison Nominated

Washington May 1 The Harrison Dudley feud resurfaces with Dudley reportedly planning to refrain from aiding the ticket if Harrison is the nominee. Dudley, a force in Indiana politics, would depart for Europe June 15 for several months, aiming to avoid campaign involvement while his followers back the party.

Washmpton D. C The Post Harrison- Dudley Harrison Dudley White House Indiana Minneapolis W. W. Dudley Europe

Riverside Boat Club to Hold Smokers and Remodel Plans

A smoker for Riverside Boat Club members will be held at the boat house foot of Albro street Thursday evening. Talent includes the Electric trio and boxers Conley brothers. The Millstreams plan substantial boat house remodeling including new lockers, dressing rooms, a run and float. The club aims to emphasize shell racing with executives and crews preparing for forthcoming launches and purchases. The Ramblers will launch their barge from Lincoln Wharf on May 14.

Riverside Boat Club Albro Street Edmund Phelan Bryson Savage O’brien Doyle Conley Brothers Bradfords Joe Bergin Millstreams Shell McDonald Merth Shawmuts Ramblers Lincoln Wharf

Boston Runners Top New York in Cross Country Meet

Boston cross country runners outperformed last year’s champions at New York. Captain Moakley finished fifth, with Joe Cross sixth behind him, and Wren back in form leading the field. Maguire Bean and Maguire earned silver medals in the junior ranks, while Elmer White and Sargent boosted the Suburban Harriers in the seniors. The Manhattans won easily and will not return until Wednesday.

Boston New York Captain Moakley Manhattans Wren McCarthy Eddie Pettee Jack Moakley Moakley Joe Cross M. F. Carney Charley Bean Xaviers Francyaguire Maguire Bean Will Elmer White Sargent Harriers White Hodgkins Doyle Dowling Manhattan

Plumbers and fitters vote for nine hour day in ConcorD

Journeyman plumbers and steam and gas fitters announce a nine hour workday starting Monday in ConcorD New Hampshire. Employers meet and refuse to grant the demand, leaving potential stoppage uncertain for the morning.

Concord N. H

One Man's Luck Luckless Fortune in England Gift

Providence May 1 Robert Jenkinson a 24 year old worker at Davol's rubber plant heads to England after an elder solicitor claims a fortune of 800000 in his uncle's will Jenkinson from a good family and eager to see the world left his Woodlawn home in haste to claim the inheritance report says the uncle left about 2500000 to three heirs including Jenkinsons mother and the fortune was to be divided among them

Haile First Congregational Church Springfield Winthrop Club Connecticut Valley Congregational Club Springfield Fire and Marine Insurance Company Pynchon Bank Springfield Gas Company Ethan Chapin Massasoit Mr. Haile Providence Robert Jenkinson England Jenkinson Davos Rubber Company Davol Corliss Uxhill Woodlawn Englan

Labor unrest hits veto on state printing office bill

Governor Flower vetoed the New York State printing office bill provoking strong reaction from International Typographical Union 13 and Boston printers who fear harm to the measure. A Type Hall meeting voiced indignation. Assembly 1741 K of L and railroad men met at Lincoln Hall and backed Charles Trenham for railroad commissioner, with a committee to press Governor Russell.

Assembly K. of L Lincoln Hall Charles Trenham Russell H. W. Wright

Fire Tragedy Strikes Brooktown Family During Night Blaze

A 2 AM blaze at 199 Broadeway in Brooktown New York left Mildred Tufft and her nine children trapped in smoke. Eight year old Mildred and eleven year old Benjamin sustained serious burns with Benjamin dying later in the day Maud sixteen and Josie twenty six suffered minor injuries. Firefighters rescued the family from the third floor and pressed medical aid as the day progressed.

Brooktown N. Y Broadeway Mildred Tufft

Mrs Osborne Released From Prison In London

Florence Ethel Osborne, sentenced to nine months for pearl theft from Mrs Hargreaves and perjury, was released by Home Secretary Matthews. She was escorted by her husband Captain Osborne to his parents’ home in London.

London Florence Ethel Osborne Hargreaves Home Matthews Captain Osborne

Willimantic Linen Engine Wreck After Shaft Breaks

Willimantic Conn May 1 The Willimantic Linen Company's large Corliss engine broke a shaft causing the fly wheel and main pedestal weighing seventy tons to drop into the wheel pit The wheel rim 70000 pounds ran at one mile per minute The engine house was wrecked officials attribute the disaster to shaft material.

Willimantic, Conn Willimantic Linen Company Corliss Linen Company

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