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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1893
Page
2
Ex Commodore Gerry condemns excursion boats crowding the sailing course. He warns the congestion could force the next international race from New York to Newport where calmer conditions offer a fair course.
New York observers describe the Vigilant’s steady lead over Valkyrie in a brisk breeze as the two sloops duel through the first two legs. The Vigilant gained on the Valkyrie from start to second mark, finishing the second leg with a widening advantage and planning the home stretch under strong wind.
The May sails from the lightship at 10:30 signaling a triangular course. The Vigilant and Valkyrie duel in shifting wind and seas from Sandy Hook to the finish with the Vigilant winning on corrected time by 10:35. Spectators hail the English cutter as Valkyrie trails by over two miles at finish.
Large crowds rode three decked steamboat Columbia from Whitehall and other vessels to view the yacht race from Pier 8 at North River. Vessels included Dolphin with Admiral Gherardi, Vanderbilt’s Valiant with Countess Dunraven, and Nourmahal. About 2000 aboard Nourmahal and 800 aboard New Brunswick joined the day’s events with no incidents reported.
The Times credits Vigilant with a fair victory in the New York race, while Valkyrie remains hopeful. The Standard, Daily News, and observers note uncertain winds and mixed fortunes, with hopes pinned on forthcoming races and steady breezes.
The Valkyrie led the Vigilant at the 11% start as both yachts tacked on starboard and surged along under full sail. The Briton pulled away after a tense opening, with the Valkyrie maintaining speed and gaining a steady ten length lead as the wind remained strong and the pace quickened toward the stake.
The Valkyrie crossed at 3 02 24 as the fleet eyed the next race scheduled for Wednesday a beat to windward fifteen miles and return at sea.
Three freight cars were broken open in the Boston and Maine yard at Lowell last night and a large amount of goods secured. One car was consigned to Hutchins and Wilson of North Billerica, the others to Avery and Rudd of South Windham Rhode Island.
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