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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1913
Page
11
The article praises Philadelphia Athletics after a series win, noting their superior defense and offense against Demaree. It highlights critics agreeing on the champions’ strength and marks three victories as solid progress toward the world title.
The Mackmen defeated the Giants 5 to 3 as McGraw bench and field misplays plagued New York. Demaree and Merkle contributed errors and injuries while Barry Oldring and Schang powered Philadelphia offense to seize a 3 game to none lead in the World Series.
A battered New York squad faced the Mackmen in Philadelphia and fell early, with critics noting Demaree could not contain the rivals. The Phillies appeared to seize momentum as New York’s chances for the big title waned.
Philadelphia tonight reports a tense World Series game where the New York Giants fell to the Athletics after a late rally. Key moments include Bender pitching into trouble and Barry and Schang delivering for Philadelphia while Giants misplayed several chances.
Somerville High School captain Alex Anderson has been declared ineligible to play due to faculty restrictions. His absence will be felt by the Somerville eleven as he is regarded as one of the squad's most valuable players.
Local prep football teams pause today as games are scheduled for Monday Columbus Day. Notable matchups include Needham High vs Waltham substitute, Revere vs Everett, Milton vs St Mark's, Roxbury Latin at Milton Academy, Noble & Greenough vs Middlesex at Concord, Natick vs Wayland, Dean Academy at Harvard freshmen, Worcester Academy at home against Brown Hyde second eleven, Park High vs Stoneham at Stoneham, and Cushing Academy vs Dartmouth freshmen at Hanover.
Chicago, Oct. 10. Bert Mumphries pitched brilliantly and the Cubs exploded for runs in the sixth and seventh innings to seize the lead in the city championship series. The Nationals won 9 to 0, piling up four American League hits, with fielding miscues aiding the rout. Leach, Evers, Schulte, Zimmerman and Good sparked the attack as Chicago built a commanding victory.
In Hanover on October 10 two freshmen captured the college doubles championship. K Koeniger of Chicago and R F Cheney of Boston defeated Loe of Chicago and C Stone of Long Island Sound in a four set match. Silver cups for singles doubles consolation and freshman singles will be awarded tomorrow.
Philadelphia report shows paid attendance 20 568 and total receipts for today's game with shares for the Commission and clubs. figures compare with past series totals in 1911 and 1912, noting players will divide a larger amount than 1911 and less than last year.
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