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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1901

Page

3

Columbia Gets Chilly Send-off Before Atlantic Run

Bristol Rhode Island September 11 The defense cutter Columbia sails for the next challenge with quiet send-off in Bristol as the Park City tows her out and the lightship keeper bells welcoming her. The Constitution remains in harbor as rigging is taken down and stored.

Bristol R. I Atlantic Columbia Park City Constitution Rhodes Mr. Morgan Hog Island Portsmouth Newport New York

Launch Recovered as Machias Stays at Bocas del Toro

In Colón Colombia on September 11, the steam launch taken from the Liberals by the United Fruit Company is recovered during Machias stay at Bocas del Toro. Panama's mayor enacts conscription for Colombians aged 18 to 60.

Colon Colombia United States Machias Bocas del Toro United Fruit Company Panama

Haff Believes Cup in Grave Danger from Shamrock II

Captain Hank Haff of the Independence says Lipton's Shamrock II may have the best chance to win the America's Cup. He has not seen the challenger sail but relies on photographs and expert opinions to judge her speed and lines. Haff notes Independence remains the fastest among the three yachts but laments the looming breaking up of his vessel as Lawley prepares it for disposal.

Hank Haff Otmer Haff New York Yast Constitution Columbia Independence Newport George Lawley Shamrock New York Lawley’s

Boston bats gloriously as Cubs edge in tight game

Boston defeats Chicago in a tense contest as Dineen fights to lower Chicago's color. Slagle, Cooley, and Tenney spark a six inning rally to turn the game for Boston. Washington falls to Boston 8-0 with strong pitching and steady bats.

Two Big Races on Same Day At Readville

Cresceus and Abbot meet in a best three of five for 20000 dollars after Cresceus was favored to face Boralma. Lord Derby and Boralma race for 5000 dollars as Readville hosts two major trotting events on the same afternoon.

Cresceus the Abbot Boralma Lord Derby Thomas W. Lawson Crescens Readville Lawson Charlie Rterr Charlie Herr Jewett New England Trotting Horse Breeders’ Association West End Nursery Abbot New England Breaters’ Association

20000 Attend Rochester Fair as Races Impress

About 20000 flocked to the Rochester New Hampshire fair where weather held and racing impressed. Diiva won the first two heats in the 2:24 class trot or pace while Trena Dee dominated the next heats. Foster edged the 2:35 trot in straight heats as Rosetta failed to finish the 2:16 trot and pace after a collision disabled Leonard’s sulky.

Rochester N. H Diiva Trena Dee Taunton Foster Rosetta Edmond Eilie Lucy Simmons Leonard Dave

Mary D. Beaten as Alcy Wins 2:19 Trot at Worcester Race Meet

At Worcester Driving Park, favorites faltered in two of today's finished races. Alcy outran Mary D. in the 2:19 trot, while Brown Heels claimed the last three heats in the 2:20 pace. Robin Hood tired after an early lead, and the 2:27 trot was postponed due to rain.

Worcester Worcester Driving Park Company Mary D Alcy Jim Mace Robin Hood Brown Heels Star Pointer

New York Falls to Cincinnati in Polo Grounds Setback

Cincinnati defeats New York 4 to 2 as hosts struggle offensively and on the bases. Stimmel takes the loss while Phyle allows several errors and missed opportunities. Davis, Van Haltren, and Fox contribute steals for New York as Cincinnati executes scoring in multiple innings.

Cincinnati New York New Yorks Polo Grounds Stimmel Pergen Phyle Bowerman Hy Phyle Davis van Haltren Fox Bey Fez Crawford Bay Beckley Bergen Emslie Ith

Boston Americans Set For Washington Series This Weekend

The Boston Americans return home Saturday for a single game with Washington, followed by a Monday double-header between the same clubs. Rumors link Fred Tenney to the Collins club next year with Tenney at first base and Buck Freeman moving to the outfield. Kittredge Demontreville and Pittenger have been signed for next season. Cy Young delivered a great game yesterday. Hanlon says Brooklyn’s pennant chances are bright, while Pittsburgh is favored by many. Outfielder Foster of Washington has been released and picked up by the Chicago White Stockings.

Dineen Chicago Hughes Boston Bostons Slagle Green Tenney Pemontreville Childs Slagle Cooley Hamilton Lowe Frere Vistors Hartsell Gannon Raymer Childs Arklin D Long Dexter Kahoe Washington Senators Collinsites Mercer Cyrus Young Jack Farrell Grady Parent Clarke Ferris Stahl Collins Coughlin Dowd Chick Freeman Criger Young Clingman Jimmy Gear Hemphill Farrell Bostom AB R. B. PO Covesasees AB. R. B. PO Doyle R. Fateesaee Criger C. Peeweeeeerees Reesereessess Young Ccscesssesrere Eeeeerere Waldron Dungan Eee & Tenney, Slagle Larke Demontreville Seeee Grady Sense Aee Ee Hamilton Oable Kittredge Hartsellman Ome Mer Ba Dineen Sell Washing Betts Hu Slagle Long Neen Ch S Hoo Im. m Mr. Nash Boston Americans Fred Tenney Collins Club Pittenger Cy Young Hanlon Brooklyn Pittsburg Foster Chicago White Stockings

Topsy K in Doubt at Worcester Fair Rain Delays Finishes

At the Worcester East Agricultural Fair in Clinton the thirteenth annual exhibition open, rain limited attendance to about 4000. Graphic won the 2:40 trot with Addison A. taking first in heat. Randall, driver of Topsy K, faced questioning on the horse's pedigree but was allowed to start with funds held for investigation. Oxian won the 2:20 pace. running race was unfinished due to rain.

Clinton Worcester East Graphic Addison A Randall Topsy K Oxian

Philadelphia St Louis game ends after sixth inning in storm

A heavy storm halted play in Philadelphia as the PMNs led St Louis 6 to 2 after six innings. Attendance was 1837. Key figures included Donahue on the mound and Powell as pitcher. Fielding notes list three-base steals and errors as the game concluded.

Philadelphia Philadee St. Louis Louws Aatterloo Denahve Moegianty Fesell Nichols rone—Pailes Hia Philadelhia Waelpuia Barry Cross Jennis Wallace Hallman Bans Donahue Powell Donanne Dwyer

Pittsburg Beats Brooklyn In Tight Pitching Battle

In Pittsburg on Sept 11 Pittsburg defeats Brooklyn 8 to 7 after a hard fought game. Chesbro and Donovan hold the mound with 8 and 4 strikeouts respectively. Key hits by Donovan and Yeager drive Pittsburg to the win as Brooklyn struggles with Chesbro’s curves.

Brooklyn Pittsburg Donovan Keeler McGuire Chesbro Pitt Brook O'Connor Moire Hita Pittsae Pitteburg Ersore Vittabarg Brook Pittsby O’connor Ritchey Chesebro Kite

Polis delphians win international cricket match in Ottawa

The Polis delphians defeated their opponents to claim an international cricket victory in Ottawa on September 11, marking a notable win for the team.

Bicycle notes hint at races and memorial plans after Nelson death

Races at Charles River Park were postponed to tomorrow as Elkes faces Walthour and Stinson recovers from illness. A season finale is set at Manhattan Beach with Bikes and Michael racing 25 miles. Johnny Nelson funeral held in New York. supporters consider a monument. Desroschiers breaks a leg in Worcester. Cambridge Wheelmen announce an open century to Providence September 22 with entries at 627 Massachusetts Avenue.

Charles River Park Elkes Walthour Iil Stinson Michael Manhattan Beach Johnny Nelson New York Brooklyn Ergreen Nelson Madison Square Garden Worcester Jaks Deroechiers Fall River Desroschiers Cambridge Providence Mandy Massachusetts Avenue A. Reader Archie Mescar Pare Will Stinson Eve’n Peabody Aavody

Anaconda Beats Patchen in $5000 State Fair Match Race

About fifteen thousand fans at the Pennsylvania State Fair watched Anaconda defeat Patchen in a two of three pacing match for five thousand dollars with two thousand added. Anaconda won in a jog, best time 2 07.

Bethlehem Penn Joe Patcheg Anaconda

Howard wins play-off to claim Woodland Cup

Alfred Howard defeated I A Hall in an 8 stroke playoff at Auburndale on the Woodland Golf Club links to capture the committee cup after a 78 net tie last Saturday. Howard now holds the cup twice and would gain permanent possession with another win.

Newton Woodland Auburndale Alfred Howard I. A. Hall Howard

No Greer Maguire Race This Year Ends Long Controversy

After a two month dispute Greer and Maguire will not meet this year with Maguire insisting a five week limit and Greer demanding a race on or before September 14. Both top American amateur scullers are outdone only by Edward Hanlan Ten Eyck of Worcester. The plan for a major betting showdown dissolves as talks fail and both men say they will likely meet next year.

Maguire Greer America Edward Hanlan Ten Eyck Worcester Ten Eyck

Changes in Selee Team Shifts Prospects for Boston Nationals

James Isa, the right fielder secured from Philadelphia, received a ten days notice of release. The move stems from weak batting despite solid fielding. Worcester outfielder Rickert is expected to join Boston after the Eastern League season ends. Noblitt from Chester will trial under Selee, while Eugene Demontreville, Malachi J. Kittredge, and Charles Pittenger have signed for 1992 season with the Boston Nationals.

James Isi Boston Nationals Fhiladelpha Sterday Philadelphia Rickert Worcester Boston Noblitt Chester Penn Selee Eugene Demontreville Malachi J. Kittredge Charles Pittenger

Franklin Park Golf Club Opens with Handicap Stroke Event

The inaugural Franklin Park Golf Club tournament featured 18 players in a handicap stroke format. E Dwight Fullerton of Harvard won the net prize with 80, J P Hawkes of Denham placed second, and J B OConnell finished third. Harold Moore, current course record holder, won the gross prize with 88.

Avsplese New Franklin Park Golf Club E. Dwight Fullerton Harvard J. P. Hawkes Denham J. B. O'Connell Harold Moore

Gardner Walcott bout planned amid boxing drama and controversy

George Gardner and Jos Walcott are set for a September 25 match. Tom O’Rourke arranged the contest by wire after Gardner’s recent training in Frisco. The article notes Gardner’s confidence and his wish to face Fitzsimmons or McCoy, while criticizing rival pundit Mathison and detailing other boxing and wrestling rumors and events.

George Gardner Jos Walcott Tom O’ Rourke Black Demon Frisco Tom O'Rourke Gardner Tommy Ryan Jack Root Barbados Joe Choyneki Kid McCoy Bob Fitzsimmons Walcott Charlie Mathison Lowell Boxer Edward Carter Brooklyn Robert Fitzsimmons Mathison Garanene Carter Jack Moffat Boston John L. Sullivan Thomas W. Lawson George Gardiner New York Fitz Rip van Winkle Charlie Dick Moore Jack Bonner Trenton Dave Sullivans Kid Broad Louisville A. C Joe Handler Patsey Corrigan Middletown Conn Corrigan Nick Eliott Hjimar Sundin Worcester Theatre Elliott Thomas B Till Daly Captain Bill Cap Drews Tom Lawson Revere Sporting News Bill Daly Gerrian Cores H. Benton Rob Roy

Cyclist Down in Springfield Report

Brief item notes a cyclist injury incident in Springfield with sparse details from an OCR readout mentioning a downing event and related locations. No clear names, dates, or affiliations are discernible.

Downing Springfield Hardy San Jose

Holabird Beats Lockwood In Amateur Golf Championship

In Atlantic City on September 11 the Holabird pair defeated Lockwood 4 up 3 to play in a marquee match as the field narrows to eight for the amateur golf title. Holabird, 17, Blares Chicago, displayed a dramatic chip in at the eighth and a late surge to secure the upset.

Atlantic City N. J America Holabird Lockwood Chicago Pees A. G. Lockwood Boston Iolieassesses Bo W. A. Holabird Cedereneeers Cccessseees Fownes H. C W. Co W. E. Egan Cage Percy Pyne Princetonian Archie Reid St. Andrew's

Track Slow At Syracuse Grand Circuit Races

Rain heavy track at State fair grounds ruins pace in third day of Grand Circuit events. Leola wins 2:25 trot after Toboggan takes first heat and Council Chimes wins Lackawanna 2:10 pacing in three straight heats amid low betting and modest crowd.

Syracuse State Fair Grounds Leola Toboggam Council Chimes Lackawanna Xara Db. m Fy Clay-Laker Hutchins Pers —Council Chimes-Timb Snow

Amateur Athletic Union Hears Plans For Basketball Season

A meeting at the Parker House last evening discussed forming this year's basketball leagues. Thomas F. Riley of Cambridgeport presided as clubs represented. Indications point to a successful season with applications from Maynard and Lowell, the latter to be represented by the Sixth Regiment M. V. M. Next meeting will consider applications.

Amateur Athletic Union Parker House Thomas F. Riley Cambridgeport Presidenen Maynard Lowell

Michael Moran Race Put Off In Worcester

The 25 mile motor paced match between Michael and Moran was postponed tonight until tomorrow due to rain in Worcester.

Michael-Moran Worcester Michael Moran

Hebrew Democrats Organize at 95 Lowell Street

About 200 members met at 95 Lowell Street last evening and chose officers including President Max Sapiro and Treasurer Joseph Hartmann. The group backed Representative Horgan for Senator and General Collins for Mayor.

Hebrew Democrats Lowell Street Max Sapiro M. J. Ginsberg Max Sherman E. L. Nixon Joseph Hartmann Louis Sidumsky M. Michelson Samuel Goldberg David Stone Harry Levie Barnet Sorowsky Representative Horgan General Collins

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