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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1895
Page
3
A July exhibition on the South Hind grounds drew about 6000 fans as the Boston orchestra faced the St. Louis ensemble. The game was poorly played yet lively with many errors and wild pitching, ending in a close score amid notable attendees and lively bleachers.
Boston wins 11 8 after a late rally powered by Nyce McCarthy and Nash. Tenney and Bannon spark early scoring while McCarthy's ninth inning homer seals the victory as prominent local figures watch from the stands.
In a tied ninth inning a line drive soared over left field for a dramatic homer as two Bostonians joined in the celebration. Mr McCarthy led the finale while the crowd gave a grand ovation to Mr Bannon for his magnificent reception.
Tommy McCarthy emerges as the game’s hero as Boston’s crowd cheers. Tucker shines on the lines, Miller mirrors his style at bat, while Roger Connor struggles. St. Louis visits again at 3 30 with Nichols or Stivetts expected to pitch for the Browns. Talks of Holy Cross meeting the Browns on June 17 draw big interest. The South Bostons list Nolan Dowd McKeever Fitzgerald Foley Murphy Donovan Harkins and Butler as players.
Brooklyn defeats Chicago 15 to 2 with eight runs in the second inning. Kennedy held the visitors until late, Wilmot hit a solo homer for Chicago, and Brooklyn tallied in closing innings. Hits Brooklyn 15 Chicago 6. Errors Brooklyn 2 Chicago 7. Batteries Kennedy and Grim Burrell Stratton Hutchison Moran.
Baltimore won easily as Hoffer struggled but received strong backing in late moments. Inks also had control issues while Robinson left with an injury in the seventh. Attendance reached 3,600 as Baltimore totaled 16 hits to Louisville's 7 in a 12 to 5 victory.
Philadelphia defeated Cincinnati this afternoon 8 to 2 as they jumped ahead in the first inning with four runs. Attendance was 9,232. Philadelphia had 12 hits to Cincinnati's 7. the visitors were generally outplayed.
Fragmentary lines show a game notation with cities Philadelphia Cincinnati and players Taylor Clements Parrott Merritt. Specific teams, scores, and outcomes are not provided in readable form.
In Cleveland May 28 New York loses 7 6 after a costly fifth inning error by Van Haltren. Tiernan and Davie homer for New York while Rush earns the win with ten strikeouts. Young pitched well despite poor support as Cleveland edges New York 7 to 6.
Pittsburg defeated Washington 14 to 4 as Coogan struggled on the mound. Donovan delivered timely hits and Cross made key plays while Joyce homered. Attendance was about 6,000. The box score shows Pittsburg with 16 hits and Washington with 12. errors were six for Washington. Hart and Sugden paired for Pittsburg, Stockdale and McGuire for Washington.
May 28 Fall River defeated Pawtucket 18 to 2 as Klobedanz tired after five and O'Brien struggled with control Lincoln finished for Fall River in the ninth while Buckley was hit hard. Base hits favored Fall River 22 to 10 with three errors apiece.
New Bedford won a close game at Brockton in a rough exhibition with interference and Pettit knocked out by Doe noted. New Bedford collected 18 base hits to Brockton's 9 while errors favored New Bedford 8 to 4. Pitchers Moynahan Murphy and Drinkwater Shea are listed.
Bangor wins as Augusta misplays game turning critical stages. Pickett in left and Baker's home run highlight Bangor's 14 base hits to 9 for Augusta. Sullivan exits early, Lezotte's umpiring draws criticism as Bangor posts a 4 1 2 final.
Lewiston beat Portland 7 to 6 as both pitching staffs yielded many hits. Lewiston led briefly after a strong early attack, Portland never held the lead despite tying late. Whittaker weakened late and Mains closed out the ninth to seal the win. Base hits: Lewiston 11, Portland 6. Errors: Lewiston 3, Portland 3. Batteries Whittaker Mains Burke Ashe Edgar.
Salem beat Lowell today as timely hits produced runs while costly errors framed the outcome. Flanagan was fined five dollars by the umpire and ordered off the field. batteries were Yerrick and Linehan for Salem and Coyle and Cushman for Lowell. Base hits favored Salem thirteen to nine with six errors by each side.
Haverhill defeated Fitchburg 6 to 4 in a closely fought contest. Both starting pitchers were effective and well supported by their defenses with 11 base hits for Haverhill and 9 for Fitchburg. Battery pairs were Standish and Wood for Haverhill with Gildea and Donovan for Fitchburg.
In Nashua New Hampshire on May 28 the teams faced bleak weather and slippery balls. Two home runs with three runners each highlighted a 14 to 11 Nashua victory over Lawrence. Base hits showed Nashua 21 Lawrence 10 with 3 errors for Nashua and 6 for Lawrence. Batteries Krum and Luchia for Nashua J T Burke and M Burke for Lawrence.
Providence plated runs early and rode steady pitching by Rudderham to a 18 5 victory over Syracuse in Syracuse New York. Bar netts curves troubled the home team while Providence rapped 16 hits to Syracuse's 8 before 800 fans. Batteries Rudderham Dixon Barnett Hess.
Springfield defeats Rochester 8 to 3 in Rochester New York. McPartlin erratic gifts hits while Coughlin allowed few clean shots. Shannon starred for Springfield as loose fielding hurt Rochester. attendance about 1000. Hits Springfield 12 Rochester 6. errors 6 and 5. Batteries Coughlin Leahy McPartlin Wente.
Holy Cross defeated the Cuban Giants 12 to 5 in Worcester on May 28. Pappalau pitched well with eleven strikeouts and was credited with the win as Holy Cross batted Seldon out of the box. Robinson improved in relief while Powers and Williams formed the battery behind the mound.
Bates College defeats Maine State College in a local track meet. The event features Bates athletes Palmer Bass Gerrish and Slattery contributing to the victory.
Boston boxing scene recounts Smith’s dominating performance over Ryan at the Seaside Club and alleges a biased decision favoring Ryan, with critics charging corruption and crowd pressure. The writer praises Smith’s skill while condemning the club’s management and referee actions amid calls of a robbed victory.
In New York boxing chatter centers on Kid McCoy signing to face Tom Tracey and Dick OBrien meeting Dan Creedon at Seaside Athletic Club. The Smith vs Ryan bout at Coney Island drew 2612 paying, 570 complimentary, amid rain and controversial judging by referee Timothy Hurst.
The Columbian Rowing Club plans a lively amateur boxing exhibition at Sumner Hall East Boston with bouts featuring Ike McArthur Kid Mulligan and local prospects. Leslie Pierce trains for a 20 round clash with Stanton Abbott at Suffolk Club Monday night amid strong boxing events at several venues.
Captain Armstrong stated Yale is not arranging a varsity race with Columbia this year. The only likely race is Yale versus Harvard, with President Atlee challenging Columbia and Harvard freshmen to race at New London before the Yale Harvard varsity contest. Columbia may accept later, and Yale may invite Columbia if accepted.
In Berlin on May 28 the Copenhagen prize of 1200 marks for 2000 metres was won by Abelberg with Fleisch man aboard. La France placed second and Pippin third with times 6:152-5, 5:151-2, and 57:154-5 respectively. Mazeppa won the Alexis prize of 1800 marks in 3:001-5 with Star Franklin second and Sweteyn third. James Gordon Bennett’s Antrain finished fourth in 3:11 3-5.
Dorchester residents cheer the Cottage Social Club as it completes plans for its fifth annual picnic at Highland Lake Grove on June 17. Buffum's Orchestra will provide music all day and high quality sports with valuable prizes to spark competition.
Ann Arbor announces Michigan will host Harvard and the University of Pennsylvania in football next season. Football Manager Charles Baird returned from the East with the arranged games and dates.
Mayor Allen of Woburn revoked the license for the Carpenter Hannan boxing match planned at the skating academy on Wednesday, reversing prior approval and cancelling the event.
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