Surprised Them Star Work Draws Rivals in Outfield
Tom Mearthy backs Duffy in a standout display as Philadelphia and Baltimore secure wins. Washington also produces strong outfield performances, signaling a tight race in the pennant chase.
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1894
Page
3
Tom Mearthy backs Duffy in a standout display as Philadelphia and Baltimore secure wins. Washington also produces strong outfield performances, signaling a tight race in the pennant chase.
Washington edges Boston 4 3 in a well played game marked by stellar outfield catches. Maul steadies pitching after early hits, while Hassamear, Duffy, and Tebeau drive key hits and Abbott and Selback provide crucial defense for the Senators.
In Philadelphia on May 2 the New York team delivered a weak batting display. Taylor pitched well with solid support, while Rush struggled and received little backing. Visitors hit freely, bunching hits to edge the New Yorks 7 to 5.
A fragmentary box score lists Rusie as hitting a home run and cites a 10 to 7 Philadelphia win over New York. It records hits for Philadelphia and New York, errors by both teams, and batteries for pitchers Rusie and Farrell versus Taylor and Clements.
Baltimore defeated Brooklyn 8 to 2 in front of about 2500 fans. Brodie Bonner and Robinson led the offense with thirteen total bases off Stein. Brown pitched effectively and the Orioles rapped 12 hits to Brooklyn's 7 while Brooklyn committed one error.
Syracuse beats Providence 6 to 5 after tying the score in the fifth inning. The Stars scored early to take a small lead, Syracuse countered with five runs to knot the game, and a late single run by Providence failed to flip the result. Syracuse had 11 hits to Providence's 10 with 3 errors for Providence and 10 for Syracuse. Rudderham and McAuley teamed with Bauswein and Wilson in the batteries.
In Springfield on May 2 Troy controlled the game from start to finish winning 8 to 4. After a close first inning Springfield led 3 2 but Troy struck three more in the fifth and added three insurance runs later. Pickett was fined $5 for arguing with umpire Hunt. Key moments included Shannon and Pickett homers and strong play by Lynch and Pickett at second.
In Wilkesbarre, May 2, a game with Buffalo featured six unearned runs due to errors. McMahon and Betts shone in the field while Daly and Hoffer provided the batting, with Warner and Urquhart hitting home runs. Attendance was 700 as Keenan and Warner faced Hoffer, Boyd and Urquhart in the batteries.
In Binghamton New York Erie defeated the home team 21 to 3. Barnett was hit hard while Herndon shut out the home offense. Dowse and Barnett retired in the fifth. Raymond sprained an ankle at third base and left. Attendance 500. Batterymates were Barnett Black Dowse Lobeck for Erie and Hern don Gunson for Binghamton.
Portland defeats Brockton 6 to 4 as Carey's steady pitching after the first inning countered Sexton's erratic control. Fielding by Cook Carey Flack and Smith at second noted. batter ies Carey Mahoney and Sexton Corcoran pitched.
Haverhill beat Pawtucket in a dust filled game as Freeman led with strong hitting. Final score 10 to 2 with Haverhill totaling 7 base hits and 8 errors for Pawtucket registering 5 hits and 6 errors. Crane and Sweeney faced Sugrue and Roach in the batteries.
Ferson's pitching proved too strong for the Worcester team while Lewiston hitters connected freely. Staffierd and Leighton stood out at the plate as Worcester stumbled with fielding errors. Final: Lewiston 10 Worcester 8.
Fall River wins 14 to 6 over Bangor as Stevens struggled for Bangor and the hosts dominated. Base hits show Fall River with 14 to Bangor's 6, errors 3 to 6, with pitchers Rupert Rollins Maney Gore supporting the win.
With two on and two out Messer lined a ninth inning base hit at Andover to drive in two runs and lift Boston University over Phillips Andover 6 to 5. Andover played loosely at times as Walkley and Homer held runners. Paige and Breen shared catching duties.
The Nationals defeated Mechanic Arts School yesterday by six to one with standout in fielding. They plan a trip to Bel fast, Me., Monday night and face Belfasts on Tuesday May 9.
Yale freshmen beat Amherst College freshmen 7 to 2 on Pratt field. Johnston held visitors scoreless six innings before Yale offense struck for four runs. Game details show Yale pulling away after early pitching duel.
Northampton High School defeated Easthampton Williston 7 to 4 in a baseball game. The contest featured strong pitching and timely hitting from the Red Raiders.
Harvard and Williams College played a tight game as Harvard earned an evened score before facing Princeton. Corbett muffed an easy fly, Clark issued eight walks and a wild pitch, while Highlands and Wiggin limited Williams in a solid Harvard pitching effort.
In an eleven inning interclass finale at Jarvis, freshmen defeated sophomores 6 to 5 after a late rally. Morton nearly won with a tenth inning hit but was out at third. William Lloyd Garrison Jr. scored the decisive run in the eleventh.
Brown defeated Dartmouth 9 to 6 on the alumni athletic field. Dodge and Mallard each hit a home run, Smalley made a difficult fly catch, and pitching from Tabor Dinsmore Brady held up for Brown. Russell allowed seven hits and was hit hard. Attendance 80.
Yale defeats Amherst 4 to 0 at New Haven. Nichols key for saving three runs with two long catches. Greenway and Sullivan excel in fielding while Gregory held tough on the mound. Stearns and Murphy made clutch plays at second. Attendance 600. Hits Yale 11 Amherst 4. Errors Yale 2 Amherst 2. Batteries Carter Trudeau Greenway Gregory Sullivan.
Phillips Exeter Academy defeated Bates College 7 to 4 in Exeter New Hampshire on May 2. The game featured Exeter with 6 hits Bates with 7 and 8 errors for Exeter and Bates respectively. Maroney Scannell Slattery Gerrish and others contributed to the win and the pitching batteries were Maroney and Scannell for Exeter against Slattery and Gerrish for Bates.
Ad touts lightest fastest bicycles offered on liberal credit with cash prices and trade-ins. Promises old wheel exchange and sale of second hand wheels at low prices. Claims models labeled 94s with patented SADA safety features. Located at 405 Washington Street opposite Arab & Co.
An 19th century advertisement touts a remedy with claimed efficacy against old age resistance nervous debility neurasthenia hypochondria and mental disturbance. It promises a single 5 drop dose as a complete restora tive for the nervous system and notes use for insomnia from mental strain with price 82 50 and mail order options from the Columbia Chemical Co and multiple local dealers listed.
Princeton beats Lehigh 25 hits to 7 in a game hampered by absences Otto at first and Bradley in right field. Errors favor Princeton 7 to 8 as Altman Williams Bowie and McClung share pitching duties in a windy Princeton game.
In Quincy this afternoon the Adams Academy ball team lost 10 to 8 to the Pansies at Merry Mount Park. The Academys showed weakness in the battery as the scoreline lists Pansies 10 and Adams Academy 8.
John Roberts, a polo rusher for Worcester, is now with the ball nine of that city while Cunningham serves as an umpire in the New England League. Mike Meagher may play for New Bedford. Phil Viau shines for Fall River. Big Sam Thompson hits powerfully. Deaf Mute Hoy excels in Cincinnati. Pat Teb ea u leads Cleveland with hot batting. Clarkson and Welch display renewed form. Curt Welch coaches with Syracuse. Motz shines at bat and glove. Comiskey coaches from the bench. Jimmy Sullivan returns for Providence. Perry Werden not missed by Browns. Peitz and Hughie Jennings stand out for their teams. Philadelphia strong when Clements behind the bat. Clappy McGarr struggles at third. Tiernan plans heavy hitting. Browns lose Brodie to Baltimore. Walter shines but loses head. Shugart unsettled in outfield. Charley Farrell catching well but batting wanes.
Yale will be heavily represented at the Harvard invitation games next Saturday with entries from New Haven including M. S. Hart and G. B. Hatch in high and low hurdles R. C. Anderson a top sprints contender G. W. Klett in the half mile and mile and C. B. Rice a pole vault point winner J. F. Moakley the handicapper completed his task with 300 entrants handicaps to be announced tomorrow
Barney Hubbard defeated Dan McGivern in four rounds in the main bout, with McGivern displaying grit and endurance. Frank Murphy fell to Billy Leaver by knockout in the third round, while Mike Shallow stopped Bill Shinnis in two rounds amid lively exchanges and a minor foul. Captain William Daly Jr. refereed. Dan Murphy timed.
A Post reporter talked with leading Boston yachting figures who voiced skepticism about a rumored international race in the Mediterranean next fall. J Q Adams doubted it, noting possible private matchups between Britannia and Bennett’s boat. He also disputed a $250000 prize as mere rot and suggested Bennett seeks publicity.
The ninth sociable of Trimountain Council 189 of the Order of United Friends took place at Pythian Association Hall last evening with over 260 couples dancing until 2 am. Attendees included Major George S. Merrill, Hugh McConaghy, George H. Johnson, C. A. Burnham, William Hicks, James Schemerhorn, William Bartlett, James McClusky, J Fitzgerald, and G A Steadman. Fitz's Orchestra provided the music.
The first May party of William Bliss Assembly No 196 of the Royal Society of Good Fellows was held in Puritan Hall. The grand march was led by William Goodrich and wife, and dancing continued with intermissions until 2 am. Wiggins's Orchestra provided music. T. W. Barry and E. C. Huntley served as floor marshals. About 100 couples attended.
A period advertisement urges readers to follow health rules and seek the best stimulant with Duffy's Pure Malt. It warns against cheaper substitutes sold by druggists or grocers and claims strict self discipline safeguards against colds, chills, and illness.
At the Middlesex Cycle Club monthly session the dance committee reported a 28.60 gain from the April 17 ball. The board voted upgrades to the clubhouse upper floor and a pool table for members. Nine new members joined, two resigned over attendance. The Woodbridge club will use the club pennant at a May 15 minstrel show. A century run to Newburyport is planned for the last Sunday in May at 10 mph. Afterward Teele served lemonade and crackers. About 15 riders, under Lt. Taylor, rode to the Reservoir and back with Captain Reade. Wheels dubbed the Middlesex will weigh 21 pounds. George W. Dorntee was named principal timer for the Linscott race next Saturday. Maidens’ run to Waltham starts 10 a.m. The Linscott road race route described in detail. The Massachusetts club held its first evening run to Chestnut Hill Reservoir led by Captain A. D. Peck with a sizable party. Tremont Cycle Club joined the Linscott race efforts. Captain Pike announced a 2 p.m. Ninth and K streets start for the Tremont run. Linscott race handicaps to appear tomorrow.
Williams College Athletic Association meet at Weston field selects winners to represent the college at Worcester in June. Notable performances include Putney winning the 120-yard hurdles in 29.5 seconds, Bliss the mile walk in 8 minutes 13 seconds, Patterson the 100-yard dash in 10.5 seconds, Elder the mile run in 5 minutes 19 seconds, Allen the 440-yard in 54.5 seconds, Deyo the 220-yard in 23.5 seconds, Williamson the 88-yard in 2 minutes 15 seconds, Wright taking both shot put at 32 feet 10 inches and hammer at 62 feet 8 inches.
Boxing news covers Corbett Jackson negotiations and who will host the world title bout. It notes Corbett delays, England as a possible arena, and racial tensions affecting sites. Also reports on Scully arrest, Hall sparring, Griffo plans, and Creedon’s pursuit of Fitzsimmons.
The Boston Society of Natural History held its annual meeting in the lecture room with reports from the curator secretary librarian treasurer and trustees read and accepted. Officers elected include President William H Niles vice presidents Samuel Wells Nathaniel S Shaler William G Farlow curator Alpheus Hyatt secretary Samuel Hen shaw treasurer Edward T Bouve librarian Samuel Henshaw and several councillors. Professor W G Farlow delivered a paper on edible forms of mushroom related to Agaricus Campestris.
A Boston paper praises Paine's Furniture Company for a dining table exhibit noted for graceful lines and simple charm. The piece is described as an excellent bargain and a fine example of British cabinet work.
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