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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1901
Page
3
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In a crowded game from the Boston camp, Dineen pitched solidly though wild at times, while the Cincinnati outfield impressed with speed. The third inning proved costly for Boston as Phillips and teammates produced two runs on mishandled plays and a costly miscue, with Bergen and Harley driving in runs to extend the lead. Attendance reached 2500 as Augusta beat Haverhill 8 to 1 later in the day.
The Nut illustrates a tense basketball clash as Washington faces Cleveland with rain affecting play and pace. Key players duel for control while weather disrupts the rhythm of the contest and delays the finish.
Weak hitting and fielding errors hindered Boston as Cincinnati won 4 to 1. Smith impressed in right field with accurate throws but Lowe’s thumb injury opened a hole at second base. Demontreville covered second and Shone, while Lawson’s errors costly in the third. Phillips shut down Boston’s bats, holding them to four hits amid Cincinnati’s late surge.
New York pitcher Matthe wson earned his seventh consecutive win as New York defeated Pittsburg 7 to 2. Pittsburg failed to score until the ninth inning and Matthewson fended off the late rally with two outs in the frame. Umpire Freedman barred Nash from umping the game.
St Louis edged Brooklyn with runs in the early innings but fell behind after a rough third. Harper and Powell pitched for St Louis while McCann allowed multiple hits. Dono van and Nichols shared fielding duties as Kennedy and McCann registered key outs. Attendance was about 1900.
In a closely fought game at Rae Hia, Philadelphia defeated Chicago 9 to 3 as timely hitting and strong pitching carried the effort. Key miscues by Chicago aided the Phillies while solid defense and steady offense closed out the contest before 2,395 fans.
In Portland on May 21 the home club won over the Lowells by superior batting but otherwise the teams shared even play. Fielding was sharp and clean with only rare errors on both sides.
Bangor defeats Nashua 18 to 8 in a one sided contest in Bangor Maine. Hite leads Bangor with multiple hits as Dillon and Brown handle pitching duties for the visitors. Attendance 400, time 2 hours 24 minutes with Lezotte umpiring.
Manchester beat Lewiston 11 to 1 at Auburn Athletic Association Park on May 21. Box shows Manchester 11 hits, Lewiston 4, eight Lewiston errors, attendance about 500. Players listed include Sheet, Smith, Kelley, Whiting, Clark, Howe, Connolly, Wise, and McCloud on the mound.
Buffalo and Worcester played with Buffalo scoring 7 while Worcester trailed. Toronto defeated Toronto 6 to 4 for Providence 4. Rochester edged Hartford 10 to 9. Montreal beat Syracuse 6 to 4.
Yesterday afternoon on Soldiers Field Harvard beat Hopkinson 27 to 2. Harvard superiority showed from the start with Dudley replacing Winsor in the seventh inning and both pitchers effective. Hopkinson’s Irving Wright had three hits. Harvard Second team fielding was fast and steady.
The second interclass game between Harvard juniors and seniors ended in a narrow victory for the lower class after an exciting afternoon at Soldiers Field. Captains agreed to no missiles or interference beyond friendly play, and the Junior team earned the win on its merits. Base hits were 8 for 1902 and 7 for 1901, with 9 and 10 errors respectively. Batteries were Coburn, Pail and Wella for 1902 and Laverack and Putnam for 1901.
Roche defeated Nhowell 6 1 6 3 in the sophomore match and Bishop beat Nourse 6 3 6 0 in the senior duel. Doubles entries also featured among the afternoon slate with several pairs advancing toward the championship.
In Bristol Narragansett Bay the Constitution, built for W. Butler Duncan, endured a builder’s trial under Captain Nat Herreshoff. The yacht showed easy handling, balanced steering, and strong hull with little foam, finishing at 4 PM after a day of drifting and wind shifts.
Thomas W Lawrence weighs action as Newark Yacht Club delays decision on allowing the Independence to enter trial races. Letters of support pour in, some poets vent caustic views, and publication of letters is barred by Lawson. Riggings and deck covering proceed as the vessel moves toward dock and mast steps.
The Shamrock II closed a half mile gap on the five mile stretch but then faltered on the return. Captain Wringe of Shamrock I forced a bold, risky tack. Officials noted backstay issues and sail trim may have influenced results as the two yachts finished near Nab lightship with Shamrock II clocking 6m 12s. Experts believed Shamrock I could have won if desired.
Portland May 20. J Huntley claims Davenport defeated Fraser in the ring and notes no excuses for Jim. Captain Foster seeks warrants for Mitchell and McCoy amid anonymous letters fighting boxing clubs. Officials defy calls to curb exhibitions while McCoy and Mitchell draw crowds at the Howard.
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