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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1894
Page
3
A Boston advertisement touts animal extracts such as Cerebrine and Medalline for brain heart and reproductive diseases with dramatic effects. It lists prices and extensive pharmacy distributors, urging purchase through Columbia Chemical Co. and multiple city firms. The piece highlights dubious medical claims and widespread sales channels.
Reported plans for several bouts hinge on a Supreme Court finality in the Olympic Club case. Officials warn injunctions may halt the ten round bout while promoters press for action and other cities bid for boxing events amid legal scrutiny.
The notice promotes ALA POMPADOU hair cutting in Varisian style by a 12 cue artiste at Alland Bros in Tremont Row promising genuine French technique. Also advertises bicycles on credit with liberal terms and trade-ins, listing Washburn Cred House at 465 Washington St nearby.
The article reports on a four game event where the Giants were reduced to the ranks while Cleveland moved up a notch. All scheduled games were played and the standings of the clubs were updated.
May 7 report of a pitching duel between Amos Rusie and Kid Nichols. Boston wins 1 0 on Ward’s first inning error and flawless defense including a key double play by Murphy Ward and Connor. Giants’ Nash eyeing deep field and injuries to Herman Long are noted. crowd, weather, and energy described.
In a tense Boston victory, Stivetts and Amos shut down the Giants while Burke and Bannon’s plays kept the plate busy. The Giants produced little offense as Duffy and Stivetts paired for a strong Boston win.
In Philadelphia May 7 Philadelphia defeats Brooklyn in a nine inning game 15 to 10. Hamilton exits with an arm injury Weyhing suffers a rib injury and retires. Attendance 4535. Phillies 15 Brooklyn 10 with 16 hits to 9. Weyhing Taylor Clements Gastright Kinslow battery.
May 7 report from Pittsburg shows two Pittsburg pitchers Nicol and Gumbert batted one inning each before Knell. Reds win 6 to 5 as visitors' hitters explode. Attendance about 2000. Pittsburg made 9 hits, errors 3. Cincinnati 20 hits, errors 3. Batteries Nicol Gumbert Knell Sugden Parrott Vaughn.
Baltimore defeats Washington 18 to 2 as the Nationals commit 11 errors and fall behind early. Maul pitching for Baltimore, Mullane and Horner secure the win. Washington struggles at bat with only 2 runs. Attendance listed as 2,000.
In Cleveland on May 7 the locals defeated the Chicago club 7 to 1 behind a strong error column and limited hits. Attendance was about 1,000 as Young and Zimmer struggled for Chicago while McGill and Schriver pitched for Cleveland.
St. Louis won 6 to 4 over Louisville in a game noted for timely batting and base running. Both starters faced heavy hitting. attendance 2590. Facett and Breitenstein led the offense while Stratton-Grim and Breitenstein-Peitz paired the batteries for the clubs.
Captain Billy Nash of the Boston Baseball Club has not informed manager Selee of a protest over Saturday's game awarded to New York. Selee said Nash had not spoken to him. he plans to write to Nick Young about Van Haltren's bunt and umpire Lynch's call. Selee also noted umpires were recently instructed on the bunt issue and defended the Yorkers as not playing dirty though McCarthy's actions were sly.
Wesleyan defeated Colgate in Middletown by a 6 to 3 score. Highlights included Lapham’s clutch catch and long throw to erase a potential run, and Tirrell’s pitching. Batteries were G Tirrell and A Tirrell for Wesleyan and F Munroe and P Munroe for Colgate.
Springfield won the May 7 series finale over Syracuse by 19 to 8, rallying for 24 hits and 42 total bases. Shannon led with five hits and ten total bases as Springfield made one error, while six runs came in the sixth inning including four triples and a double.
Providence fell to the Troys in a lively game plagued by fielding miscues and reckless base running. The visitors erased early leads and surged ahead twice, sealing the win after a tense, hard hitting contest.
In Binghamton Buffalo the score was 12 to Binghamton 6. Worcester hosted Pawtucket with 22 to 9. Brockton defeated Bangor 5 to 6. Boston Nationals beat Auboin 14 to 5. Wilkes Barre edged Erie 14 to 10. Harvard beat Boston Latin 22 to 3. Worcester hosted Pawtucket 22. Portland hosted Lewiston 10 to 6. Andover beat Brown 12 to 8.
Attorney General Knowlton filed in the Supreme Court in equity against the American Sugar Refining Company for failing to file the annual statement. The suit seeks a $200 forfeiture and an injunction preventing further business until compliance. A House report orders action and recommends changes to compel foreign firms to file returns, amid claims of stock manipulation related to a large capital increase and a stock rise from 0 to 109 in two months.
Providence May 7 report says Ed Watson, a colored man, was found dead in Lantern Hill Pond near North Stonington with a wound in the eye suggesting murder. He was last seen with George Gardiner and Norwich Coroner Park is awaited.
A well attended Ward and Citizens Club meeting at 31 2 Lowell Street elected W. H. Weelishr president J. B. Salk lad vice president H. J. Weinberg secretary Adolf Gilrs treasurer and directors Morris Morrison J. A. Abramson H. J. Risman.
Griffo dominates early rounds with hard body and face punches while Murphy struggles to land. Final rounds show Griffo’s edge as Murphy questions the decision and Hubbard backer Ha Mahoney issues a challenge. Other prelims feature Connolly topping Lévy, Watson vs Lucas, Burt vs Green, and Hickey defeating Strong.
An exhibition brawl in Maverick Square between Councilman Manase Bradley and John F. Russell ended with both men in Station 7. They face mutual assault charges after a public quarrel sparked on Lewis Street. Bradley previously supported Russell in the last election. friends say the falling out was unexpected.
The Browning Society marked the poet's birthday with a dramatic reading of Colombe's Birth Day at Union Hall. Key roles were played by Mrs. Alice Kent Robertson as Colombe and Prof J J Hayes as Valence, with Dorchester, Pickering, and other members in leading parts. Intermission piano solos by H G Tucker were well received.
The Evangelistic Association of New England holds a noon meeting at Park Street Church all week led by Rev. John Wilkinson.
Nat Butler, holder of the world twenty five mile record set in Lingcott, is courted by Stearns Manufacturing Company for a potential joining offer after a Dedham victory on April 19. Syracuse may host his future with Stearns on the trail of a possible team contract.
The article profiles a rider who, with no professional training a year ago, dominates long distance events. Coach Frank Jordan lauds his discipline and sprint, noting a Dedham road time of 33:17 and plans for a racing career with offers from Lowell Arms and Everett Cycle, while training support remains crucial.
The Boston Post invites bicycle readers to send a 400 word sketch of their most interesting trip. A gold eagle prize will be awarded the following Sunday to the author of the best piece. Include name and address and send to the Bicycle Trip Editor. Sketches will not be returned.
The Boston City Hospital trustees met at City Hall and organized for the year. A Shuman was re elected president and G H M Rowe MD will continue as superintendent.
A 300 voice chorus rehearsed last evening in the Holy Cross Cathedral basement for the Gounod mass at the John J. McCluskey memorial testimonial. Alfred De Seve directed the session, reported as very satisfactory.
A festive Allston Hall exhibit drew visitors through Grundmann studios last evening. Guests admired Ross Turner’s jars and jugs and praised the breezy rooms while anxious to see locked doors and the works of Mrs. Bennett Miss Nowell and Richardson. The event emphasized fellowship and mutual appreciation across artist and guest alike.
The Charles Town Catholic Literary Union hosted a Ladies Night last evening in Monument Square. Captain Francis H. Harrington chaired the reception and John F. McCabe led the entertainment committee, with many prominent attendees noted as present.
The Lyceum Social Club of East Boston held its annual social and dance at Armory Hall last evening. Tirrell's Orchestra provided the music, and floor managers included W. Chase C Leary J Crowley J Gilder J R Wallace EB Bailey and J McCarthy.
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