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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 10, 1895

Page

3

Dolan Impresses With Nine Inning Shutout Of St Louis

National League action at South End grounds saw Dolan dominate for nine innings, allowing only three hits as Boston beat St Louis 6 to 0. Duffy homered, McCarthy doubled, and Nash and Ryan added key hits as Boston surged late. Donahue pitched well for St Louis in a losing effort with Breitenstein expected to start next.

Dolan South End Miller St. Louis Ely Tom O’conner Augusta Donahue Waterbury Nash Ryan Boston Tenney Duffy Cooley McCarthy Breitenstein Nichols Tom Tucker Collins

Phillies Drop Second Game After Sloppy Inning Loss

Philadelphia loses the second of a doubleheader after a costly seventh inning miscues. Holmes starts strong, then settles, while Thompson and Taylor hit homers in the first game and Clements homers in the second. Final scores reflect Louisville dominance behind errors and timely hitting.

Philadelphia Phillies Sullivan Louisville Holmes Weyhing Will Thompson Taylor Clements Madelphia Wisville Batpywefan Sadvbanseid Saebere Warner Carsey and Clements

Baltimore Triumphs Over Cleveland 4-1 in Eight Inning Win

Hoffer starred for Baltimore allowing four hits and striking out seven as Cleveland managed only four safeties. The pitcher dominated with runners on base, sealing a decisive early game. Baltimore built early leads and maintained pressure through the seven inning effort.

Baltimore Cleveland Hoffer

Pure on California Wines Prices at Dock Square

A brief listing notes California wines priced between six and seven dollars at Dock Square with related notes on Ponson Halt Q Gauasce.

California Dock Square Ponson Halt

Baseball Recap Notes From Baltimore Cleveland Game

Emsle was hit on the temple by a pitched ball in the second inning and retired. Blake sprained his ankle in the seventh and had to be carried off the field. Attendance was 100. The score shows Baltimore 4 to Cleveland 0 with a fifth inning rally. Hits were Baltimore 6, Cleveland 4. errors Baltimore 4, Cleveland 1. Batteries Hoffér and Clarke for Baltimore, Young and Zimmer for Cleveland.

Dad Clarke Shuts Out Reds In Big New York Win

New York 4 Cincinnati 1 as Dad Clarke pitched magnificently allowing four hits and one run. Smith hit a two run homer in the fourth inning, driving in the decisive runs. New York offense produced several productive innings while Rhines pitched well for Cincinnati. Attendance about 2,000. Hits: New York 11, Cincinnati 4. Errors: New York 1, Cincinnati 1. Clarke and Wilson for New York. Rhines and Vaughn for Cincinnati.

New York Dad Clarke CinciNnatis Smith Bniy New Yorks Gare Rhinos Cincinnati Clarke Wilson Rhines Vaughn

Chicago Beats Brooklyn as Errors Hurt Brooklyn

In Brooklyn New York on a Sept day Chicago defeated Brooklyn 6 to 2 amid erratic right field plays. Stein pitched poorly with a wild fifth inning pitch allowing two on base to score. Terry starred for Chicago while attendance was listed as 2.00. Batteries were Terry Donohue Stein and Grim.

Brooklyn N. Y Brooklys Chicago Stein Terry Donohue Stéin Grim

Pittsburg Beats Washington on Opportune Hitting

Pittsburg won from Washington today by opportune hitting as Washington failed to hit Hawley. Anderson was relieved by Boswell in the seventh, Boswell gave up two singles. Attendance 800. Score Pittsburg 2 0 0 1 1 0 2 0 0 Washington 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 9 0. Hits Pittsburg 14 Washington 6. Errors Pittsburg 1 Washington 3. Batteries Hawley Merritt Anderson Boswell and McGuire.

Pittsburg Penn Washington Hawley Anderson Boswell Pittsbure Merritt McGuire

Portland Hands Augusta 5-2 Defeat in State Series Opener

Eastern League report from Augusta Maine on September 9 records Portland shutting out Augusta early, Killeen effective and Viau pitching well. Final score Portland five, Augusta two with six errors and six hits for Augusta. Batteries Killeen Goodhart Viau Butler.

Augusta Portland Killéen Viau Killeen Goodhart Butler

Fall River Beats Newport in Quadrangular Opener

Fall River won the first game in the quadrangular series against Newport at Newport. The visitors dominated with a 12 to 0 beatdown as Newport showed little life, committing 4 errors to Fall River’s 56. Pitchers Stevens and Rupert for Fall River and Mahoney, McDermott and Holmes for Newport contributed to the lopsided score.

Newport R. I Fall River Stevens Rupert Mahoney McDermott Holmes

Corfield Wins Narrow 15th Round Glove Bout in Sheffield

George Corfield of this place defeated Nuno Wallace of Birmingham in a 15 round 110 pound prize fight for £400 before about eight thousand spectators. Wallace started strong, but Corfield improved after round five and finally stopped him in the eighteenth with a powerful left hand to the neck.

Sheffield George Corfield Nuno Wallace Birmingham Wallace Corfield

Leary Wins Half Mile Swim on Charles River

A half mile race on the Charles River yesterday afternoon saw Mat Leary edge out Joe Grady Frank Murphy and Frank Potter in a thrilling finish. Leary surged around the 200 yard mark and held off rivals to win by about eighty yards.

Charles River Mat Leary Joe Grady Frank Murphy Frank Potter Mark Leary

Lawrence Canoe Club Regatta Winners at Merfillac River

The Lawrence Canoe Club held its annual regatta on the Merfillac River after flood conditions. Winners include F B Harrison in double paddle, BE B Forbes W H Sturtevant Fred H Eaton and Graham Seddon in four paddle, George Owens in hand paddled, John H Bingham in big race, F B Wheeler and W H McAlpine in tandem, W H McAlpine in standing, W H Sturtevant in single paddle, crew No 1 in war canoe with Sturtevant captain, J B Wheeler and Miss Lydia Blood in Ladies and Gentlemen standing, and the professional vs business crew war race won by the businessmen.

Walcott and O'Brien surrender in Lewiston court

Pugilists Walcott and O'Brien of Lewiston Maine turned themselves in to the Superior Criminal Court to answer an indictment returned by the grand jury for alleged prize fighting and mutual assault at the old West Newton street armory on August 28. Judge Sherman presided. Each man pleaded not guilty and bail was set at 1000, which was furnished.

Walcott O’brien Lewiston Superior Criminal Court Grand Old West Newton Street Sherman

Middlesex South Agricultural Society Opens 42nd Fair

South Framingham September 9 opening day of the Middlesex South Agricultural Society fair. Attendance light as entries and exhibits are set. Governor Greenhalge’s private secretary Colonel Henry A. Thomas to attend tomorrow and Lieutenant Governor Roger Wolcott on Wednesday. Tuesday morning to feature premium awards and exhibitions with trots in 2:27 and 2:40 classes. children’s day planned for Wednesday.

South Framingham Middlesex South Agricultural Society Greenhalge Henry A. Thomas Roger Wolestt

Open Century Run Draws 120 Cyclists From Boston Area

Arthur Langford led the Horace Partridge company open century from Copley Square to Providence and back with about 70 riders on the slow start and roughly 30 in the fast division. Accidents occurred including a broken tandem chain, a giraffe machine crash injuring Percy and a wrist sprain for Rice. The pace was set by pacemakers and notable riders such as Miss Fay, Miss Cushing, Kitty Knox, and Captain Langford.

Arthur Langford Horace Partridge Company Providence Copley Square A&t Miss Fay Miss Cushing Langford Charles G. Percival F. P. Sibley Boston Post Providente Boston Andy Foxboro Dedham Percy Rice Mr. Percival Mr. Rice Walpole Pawtucket Papa” Schiato Mr. Spear J. M. Lin Scott Chelsea Attlebonians Boston Wheelmen Newburyport Pope Manufacturing Company Horace Partridge & Co Razoux & Handy Wolff's Tavern H. E. Walker C. H. Finley P. GC. Co Winder Castle Square Press Club

City finance committee tours Parental School West Roxbury

Alderman Dever and Councilmen Whelton Battis and Connorton with Commissioner Heath and Deputy Dwight toured the Parental School in West Roxbury yesterday afternoon. They praised the buildings and approved the temporary arrangements by Dr Heath. They viewed the $50,000 request for new buildings as reasonable and potentially profitable.

Dever Whelton, Battis and Connorton Heath Dwight West Roxbury

Massachusetts Electrical and Mechanical Engineers Meet in Hall

The regular meeting of the Massachusetts Electrical and Mechanical Engineers was held in William Parkman Hall last evening. Members enjoyed a lively discussion on electrical matters and the association voted to retract initiation fee to one dollar for a limited period.

The Massachusetts Electrical and Mechanical Engineers William Parkman Hall

Hartford Wheel Club Races Draw Wide Crowd at Charter Oak Park

Hartford races drew nearly 400 spectators as Newton Rode Well. In the half mile handicap Class B, F J Jenny of Utica won after a strong kick and despite the bell to stop. H C Bald led the crowd favorite Columbia team to victory in the mile Open. Newton beat Hoyt in a special mile match, while Newton set a best open mile time of 2 05 3 5, with the State record at 2 07 1 5.

Hartford Conn Hartford Wheel Club Charter Oak Park F. J. Jenny Utica H. C. Bald Columbia Newton Springs Hoyt Bridgeport Petr

Englishmen Won’t Come to Newton Games

The Cambridge University A C of England was invited by the B A A and Newton A A to join a joint Newton meet but likely will not attend. A letter to John Graham from the B A A states the Cambridge team departs for England in October and will have no time to travel for the event.

Newton A. A Cambridge University A. C England Newton aWilipg John Graham

Boxing Gossip and Privateer Letters Spark London Boxing Debate

The column critiques a New York Sunday Journal letter by Privateer amid boxing gossip. It discusses Creedon Craig purse stakes, weight terms, and alleged England boxing ties, noting Creedon’s claims, Peter Jackson’s status, and upcoming bouts at Lynn's Kirtland Club. Rob Roy signs off with local Boston notes and ref notes.

Mirror of Life London New York Sunday Journal Journal England Dad Créédon Frank Craig National Sporting Club Tom Denny Sporting Life Dan Creeden Denny Creedon Pleming Creydon Craig Loudon Aug Privateer Peter Jackson Péter Maher Post Jackson John Adams Roxbury George Denniis Kirtland Club Lynn John Blo Butler Billy Vérnon Boston New England Harry Tracey Jack O’brien John A. Sullivan Billy Vernon Jim Gibbons Hue Peckham Jimmy Fox Jack Green Billy Ernst Harry Pidgeoh Dan McDermott William Daly, Jr Court Square Orto New York Herald Tim Hurst Big Jim Kennedy Seaside Athletic Club Hurst New York Tim Wwe New York Journal Corbett Jere Dunn Corbett- Fitzsimmons Billy Brady Frank Steele Hanover Street Arthur Bradley Warrenton Street Fleet Street Charlesbank Athletic Club Rob Roy

President has luck at bass fishing trip

President Cleveland and Dr. Bryant left Buzzard's Bay on the eight a.m. train for Falmouth and were met by Secretary Olney. They went to Long Pond and spent the day bass fishing. He reached Gray Gables at six p.m. after another day of splendid luck.

East Boston Wharf Fire Probe Delayed By Formalities

Fire Marshal Whitcomb delays comment on the East Boston wharf blaze as investigations continue. Examinations not complete. two more witnesses summoned and the process resumes today.

Whitcomb Boston

Farmer Henry Abbott Tries Suicide in Danvers

Henry G Abbott a 63 year old Danvers farmer attempted suicide by cutting his throat amid nervous prostration. He survived the act and is expected to recover.

Danvers Henry G. Abbott

Steamfitters Remain Out. Best Mechanics Leave Town

Steamfitters stay firm as the work stoppage continues with no change in the situation. A number of the leading mechanics departed yesterday to seek employment elsewhere.

New Temple Roof Debate At Masonic Grand Lodge

The Massachusetts and Rhode Island Masonic directors met at Right Worshipful Charles Welch offices, voting a temporary roof to protect the temple. A building plan for a new temple drew no definite decision, with views split on selling or enlarging the current property. Grand lodge meets Wednesday at 2 pm to review fire damage and roof recommendation.

Masonic Grand Lodge Massachusetts Rhode Island Charles A. Welch Edwin B. Holmes Charles C. Dame Frank. Z. Pwineil Charles T. Gallagher Henry Endicott Post Grand Recording Nickerson Grand Lodge

Wills Fund Urges Charitable Support For East Boston Widow

The Post calls for a public fund to aid the destitute widow of John W. Wills and her six children following the East Boston tragedy. The appeal stresses broad sympathy across denominations and notes funds already collected totaling 1,314.99 dollars through Crescent Beach and local contributors.

Post East Boston John W. Wills

Miner Memorial Meeting Promises Memorial Honor for Late Leader

September meeting of the Anti Tenement House League directors held at 42 Court street. President M D Chenery reports illness of the secretary delaying action on certificates for firms with clean clothing conditions. A pro tem secretary is to report next meeting to clear the path for certificate awards. Memorial details for late president Rev A A Miner include attendance by Tufts President Capen, Boston University President Warren, Rev Philip S Moxom and others. An appropriation funds printing of the October annual report with a full league account and a portrait of Rev Dr Miner.

Anti-Tenement House League Henry F. Naphen Court Street William E. Chenery League A. A. Miner Capen Tufts College Warren Boston University Philip S. Moxom Dr. Miner

Caulkers Seek State Arbitration Over Wages

Caulkers of East Boston have submitted their wage dispute with employers to the State Board of Arbitration. Employers agree to accept the board’s finding. A delegation led by B E R Ayres met at the State House with E D Leighton representing employers. The issue is a wage cut from 3 25 to 3 per day on a ship owned by R R Freeman. Freeman joined the board party as the commission will hear the case Thursday or Friday amid looming dock jobs.

Caulkers East Boston State Board of Arbitration State Board BE. R. Ayres State House E. D. Leighton R. R. Freeman Freeman

Strikers Return as Champion Mine Resumes Work

A Calumet company of 35 men traveled by special train to the Champion Mine at 5 am. The mine restarted with 100 workers including miners and laborers returning. Strikers from Ishpeming and Negaunee may visit in protest as union rivals push for order. Firemen and pumpers from Section 21 Mine also returned to work after a Saturday union strike.

Ishphiming Mich Calumet Champion Mine Ishpeming Negaunee Section 21 Lake Superior Iron Company Union

Meeting of Manufacturers in Fall River

Fall River September 9 The Manufacturers Association will meet Wednesday afternoon to consider the weavers demand for higher wages. A committee will likely be appointed to draft a firm courteous letter declining any wage advance at this time and supporting the stance with figures.

Fall River Manufacturers’ Association

Cambridge Republican Caucuses Scheduled for Sept 28 at 8

The Cambridge Republican city committee met last evening and voted to hold the State county councillor representative and senatorial caucuses on the evening of Sept. 28 at 8 o'clock.

Cambridge

Hat and Cap Makers Strike at Fox & Co and Shaw & Keiser

Hat and cap workers at Fox and Co on Kingston Street and Shaw and Keiser on Chauncy Street walked out yesterday seeking higher wages. The labor walkout disrupts local supply as negotiations begin.

Fox & Co Kingston Street Shaw & Keiser Chauncy Street

Hair on the Page: Experiments Highlight Odd Ink Stain

A readable fragment describes an unusual ink stain or hair on a page noted during a scientific or archival examination. The report mentions organisms or chemicals used to test preservation and quality. Researchers discuss the stain's origin and potential impact on archival readability.

Deflector or Defender in Focus in a Murky Rhetoric

A cryptic note on defense and self reliance references a Defender with unclear aims. The fragment hints at public discourse or opinion but offers few concrete details, names, dates, or events to anchor a full summary.

First Night Pieces and Burmah Open at City Theatres

The Park Theatre opened with Thomas Q. Seabrooke in A World of Trouble by Harry and Edward Paulton, featuring Middleton Simpkin with Grace Huntington, Mattie Earle, and Violet Rand in supporting roles. While uneven at times, Seabrooke stayed within the authors' idea, prompting a large audience and a favorable reception. The Boston Theatre then launched the second week of Burmah, praised for its smooth pacing, spectacular battle scenes, and the climactic church finale as it builds toward strong audience applause.

the Park Theatre Thomas Q. Seabrooke Harry Edward Paulton Middleton Simpkin Mr. Seabrooke Grace Huntington Judith Simpkin Mattie Earle Elaine Ferris Violet Rand Susan Charles Smiley Comyns Simpkin Mr. Seabrook Boston Norah Captain Chandos Empire Theatre London Danby Chandos Boston Theatre

Madeleine in Boston Returns to Hollis Street Theatre

Camille D Arville presents the renewed production of Madeleine at Hollis Street Theatre in Boston with new faces and changes including female disguise attire. Horace W Ravenscroft and W G Stewart deliver solid performances alongside favorites George Boniface Jr Hilda and Maude Hollins. Alice Harrison returns in Mary Doodle. chorus shines. two week engagement.

Madeleine Boston Hollis Street Théatre Camille D’arville D’arville Baron de Grimm Horace W. Ravenscroft W. G. Stewart Frederi Ribeau George Boniface, Jr Hilda Maude Hollins Mary Doodle Alice Harrison D’arvillé

FTurriah Hearts at Columbia in premiere by Hal Reid

Hal Reid’s new play FTurriah Hearts received its first city performance at the Columbia last evening. Reid stars as Tom Logan with a strong company including Jeannette Logan and Bertha Belle Westbrook, delivering a romantic, humorous, and sensational drama with convincing scenery and prison interiors.

Hal Reid Columbia Mr. Reid Tom Logan Jeannette Logan Bertha Belle Westbrook Mrs. Reid Jim Mason William Robgns Frederick Ormsdale Walter G. Horton More Jones

Heart and Hand Lights Castle Square Crowd Boom of New Comers

The Castle Square Theatre presents Lecocqs Heart and Hand with new stock additions Clara Lane Kate Davis and J K Murray. The performance drew a large audience as the newcomers won success with singing acting and stage presence. Lane gave an excellent voice and moving performance while Murray displayed fine voice and intelligent business helping earn encores. Davis charmed as the funny old Duenna with Persse and Mason also singing well.

Castle Square Theatre Lecocq Boston Clara Lane Kate Davis J. K. Murray Castle Square Miss Lané Duenna Thomas H. Persse Edith Mason

Katie Emmett Stars in Chat an American Boy at Bowdoly Square

Katie Emmett headlines Bowdoin Square Theatre with the lively farce Chat an American Boy staged by Herbert and Marion Sackett. Emmett displays her usual charm and energy while George R. Sprague handles the heavy work and Max Von Mitzer plays a mild hero amid canine and comic antics.

Chat Bowdoin Square Theatre Herbert Sackett Marion Sackett Katie Emmett Boston George R. Sprague Max von Mitzer Maro

Widow Jones at Museum draws large Boston crowd

May Irwin and company stage The Widow Jones at the Museum with new songs causing instant favor. Last week set a Museum September attendance record. the star’s first Boston engagement ends next Saturday. The season closes with The Fatal Card on Sept. 16, seats on sale now.

Widow Jones May Irwin Miss Irwin Boston Star New York London Museum

Tremont Theatre Audiences Endorse Lillian Russell Opera

The Tremont Theatre crowd enjoyed The Tale gane as Abbey Schoeffel Grau extend the Lillian Russell opera company run. Performers show unity and precision with lively singing by Lillian Russell who received repeated encores and applause for the second act tableau.

Tremont Theatre Abbey, Schoeffel & Grau Lillian Russell Opera Company Lillian Russell

Carleton Debuts In Boston as Season Prodigy at Opera House

A leading evening bill in Boston features William T. Carleton in his first continuous opera appearance with ovations at 4 45 and 7 50 pm. His selections include Rose Marie Carmen aria Toreador, Village Blacksmith and more. The program also showcases Hughey Dougherty as a witty speaker and a lineup of acts by Ward and Curran, Watson and Hutchings, Tim Cronin, Murphy and McCoy, Allen and West, Stack and Milton, Minnie Be Frances Addington Murry and Alden, the wrestling pony Delina and Baldwin and Daly.

Boston William T. Carleton Rose Marié Carmen Carleton Hughey Dougherty Ward Curran Watson Hutchings Tim Cronin Murphy McCoy Allen West Stack Milton Mmne Frances Addington Murry Alden The Wrestling Pony Delina Baldwin Daly

Week opens with Keiths Theatre nightly vaudeville lineup

Opening night at Keiths elegant theatre features a stacked week of acts headlined by eight Symphony Orchestra soloists and a parade of specialty performers. Serverus Schaffer showcases juggling prowess while Lottie Gibson sings new songs, with acts from the Acme Four to Maggie Claire and others offering comedy, magic, acrobatics, and musical numbers.

Keith Serverus Schaffer Lottie Gibson Brétte Acme Four Boston Sartoris Maggie Claire Felix Cain O’brien

Palace Theatre opens fall and winter season with varied acts

The Palace Theatre opened its regular fall and winter season to large crowds for both matinee and evening shows. Eddie Shayne and Mae Worden offered an eccentric sketch, Lizzie Stewart performed a fresh burlesque act, Edward and Rose Mason sang in a high quality musical piece, Thomas J. Ripley debuted a new monologue act, and the duo James P. and Violet Alicote returned with another humor sketch. Fred Lucier presented hayseed comedy in a quaint routine. Continued on page 4.

Palace Theatre Eddie Shayne Mae Worden Lizzie Stewart Edward Rose Thomas J. Ripley James P Violet Alicote Fred Lucier

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