Harvard Football Practice Sees New Candidates Try Out
Harvard continued football practice with backs in the forenoon and forwards at 4 o clock. New men Jack Moulton Hal Dibblee and Thayer joined. Absent were Holt Fuller Richardson Hayden Hennan Sprague and Frank Shaw. Coach Lewis focused on Shaw and Joffrey as lines opened holes for backs.
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Harvard
J. J. Hayes
Jack Moulton
Hal Dibblee
Thayer
Moulton
Dibblee
Holt
Fuller
Richardson
Hayden
Hennan
Sprague
Frank Shaw
Lewis
Joffrey
R. E
Wheeler
R. T
R. G
Harvard Likely to challenge Princeton in football soon
May play. Harvard football authorities may issue a challenge to Princeton within two weeks, signaling desire to broaden rivalries beyond Cornell and Pennsylvania. Harvard and Princeton last met in 1889, with Princeton winning 41 to 15, and dates for possible future games may affect Nov. 2 9 23 schedule conflicts.
Race in England Offer From London Bankers
Laycock Goodfellow Bell of London cabled to the New York Yacht Club offering 1000 pounds for a race in English waters between Valkyrie and Defender. No reply yet. They are engaging Lord Dunraven and Mr Iselin directly and have deposited a 100 pound check with the Royal Yacht Squadron.
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London
London Sportsman
Laycock
Goodfellow & Bell
New York Yacht Club
Valkyrie
Defender
Lord Dunraven
Iselin
Royal Yacht Squadron
George Fred Williams Governorship Prospect in Sunday Post
A detailed life story of Hon. George Fred Williams, likely Democratic gubernatorial candidate, with a fine portrait, to be serialized in the 3-cent Sunday Post. This feature profiles his career and prospects in the upcoming race.
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George Fred Williams
Sunday Post
Chieftain Wins Gloucester Yacht Race Over Lillian
The Gloucester yacht race between Chieftain and Lillian finished within the time limit despite light southeast winds. Chieftain was regarded as better handled and in superior condition. Lillian received a 6 minutes 31 seconds time allowance. Final results show actual and corrected times for both yachts.
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Gloucester
Chieftain
Lillian
Woman Killed By Train In Adams
Mrs Dres Bauer about 70 years old of Beach street Adams was struck and instantly killed by a north bound train on the North Adams branch of the Boston Albany railroad at Adams this afternoon She stepped on the track to take a short cut to the town centre the engineer whistled but the train could not be stopped
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North Adams
Boston Wins Pinch Hitting Battle Over Giants at South End
In a keen pitchers duel at the South End grounds 1800 fans watched Charlie Nichols and Amos Rusie duel. Boston held a late lead as Fred Tenney delivered a two RBI hit in the eighth and Joe Harrington, Long and Nash sparkled on defense. New York rallied before fading as Nichols outpitched Rusie and the Bostons closed with a five to four victory.
Davis and Doyle Harrington and Tucker in duel match
A 1300 attendance event officiated by umpire Tim Hurst lasted 1 hour 40 minutes. The match featured Davis and Doyle against Harrington and Tucker in a concise contest.
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Davis
Doyle
Harrington
Tucker
Tim Hurst
Orth extends win streak as Phillies crush Washington
Philadelphia pitcher Orth earned his eighth straight win as the Phillies overwhelmed Washington 15 to 4. Thompson led with a homer over center field, plus a triple and two singles. Washington never threatened. Molesworth allowed runs in two innings. Attendance 2880. Hits: Philadelphia 27, Washington 10. Errors: Phillies 3, Senators 2. Batteries Orth Grady Gilroy Molesworth McGuire.
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Philadelphia
Orth
Thompson
Washington
Molesworth
Gilroy
Grady
McGuire
Brooklyn Rally Earns Win Over Baltimore in Ninth
In Brooklyn, September 20, two lifting pop flies allowed a comeback in the fifth as Anderson and Daly collected hits and four runs crossed. Stein pitched well for Brooklyn while Daly made several slick plays. Final: Brooklyn ten Baltimore six with ten Brooklyn hits and three Baltimore errors.
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Brooklyn
N. Y
Gleason
Brooklyns
Anderson
Daly
Stein
Baltimore
Batteriles
McMahon
Robinson
Cleveland Defeats Pittsburg in Sloppy Battle
In Cleveland, costly bases on balls and critical errors doomed Pittsburg as Young held the visitors to scattered hits. Attendance 4500. Final: Cleveland 10 Pittsburg 3. Hits Cleveland 8 Pittsburg 10. Errors Cleveland 2 Pittsburg 3. Batteries Young and Zimmer Hawley and Merritt.
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Cleveland, CO
Pittsburg
Young
Cleveland
Zimmer
Hawley
Merritt
Cincinnati Reds Fall to Louisville in Slim Setback at Home
Cincinnati hosts Louisville but loses after leading early. Louisville batters erupt in the middle innings while Cincinnati errors and pitching woes widen the gap. Attendance about 2,000 as Louisville wins 14 to 4 with solid offense and shaky defense on a late September day.
Chicago Victors In St. Louis By Lucky Bat And Errors
Chicago beat St. Louis 7 to 4 as errors and timely hitting tilted the game. Attendance 750. Chicago tallied 6 hits to St. Louis 7, with Parker and Kittridge behind the bat and Breitenstein and Otten in the battery.
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ST. Louis
Chicagos
Chicago
Parker and Kittridge
Breitenstein
Otten
Providence Wins Fourth Steinert Cup Game In Dramatic Clash
In Providence on September 20, the Providence club defeated Springfield to claim its first victory in the Steinert cup series. Hodson pitched for Providence, weathering walks and tough hits as Callahan struggled for control for Springfield. Providence outfield and base-running spark the win, with 11 Providence hits to 6 for Springfield and 1500 in attendance. Battery: Hodson McAuley for Providence and Callahan Gunson for Springfield.
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Providence
Springfield
Hodson
Callahan
Grays
Hodson and McAuley
Gunson
Newport Tops New Bedford In Darkened Finale
Newport defeated New Bedford in the final local game as Dowd shut them down. Darkness halted play in the eighth inning with Newport leading 9 to 5 after 108 punches in a rough night. Newport had 10 base hits to New Bedford's 4 and committed 6 errors to the visitors' 4. Dowd and Burke opposed Whittrock, Doe, and Sharp in a pitching battle.
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Newport
R. I
New Bedfords
Dowd
Escoveedseo
New Bedford
Dowd and Burke
Whittrock
Doe
Sharp
Fall River Beats Cuban Giants in Homestand
In Fall River on September 20 the home team routed the Cuban Giants 20 to 3. Fall River racked 24 base hits to 10 for the visitors while advancing 2 frvors to 7 for the Cuban Giants. Stevens and Rupert pitched for Fall River with Nelson and Williams catching.
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Fall River
Giants
Frvors
Stevens
Rupert
Nelson
Williams
Baseball Notes Highlight Last League Games and Player Moves
The final league game is set at South End grounds this afternoon. Stafford’s catch in center field yesterday stood out. Dolan and Dad Clark are pitching options today. Van Haltren has six hits in the last two games. Esper Hemming and Clarkson will be released by Baltimore at season’s end. The Pennsylvania State league has closed with Hazelton as pennant winners. Philadelphia lists eight pitchers in use. Tom Burns may manage New York next year. Manager Manning of Kansas City profited from player sales this year. Clark on the mound against Boston could seal a third straight win. Anse captured the road to win more titles.
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New York
Harvard
Princeton
Cornell
Pennsylvania
Yale
South End Grounds
Charlie Nichols
Amos Fusie
Rusie
Tom Bannon
Mike Tiernan
Boston
Fred Tenney
Iughey Duffey
Tenney
Nichols
van Haltren
Stafford
Joe Harrington
Wilson
Herman Long
Nash
Ryan
Giants
Shorty
Fuller
Rooters
Long
Bannon
Davis
German
van Haltrén
Harrington
Duffy
J. Bannon
Jimmy
Rosie
New Yorks
Rusi
Bostons
Sullivan
Dolan
Dad’’ Clark
South End
Centre Field
Dad’ Clark
Esper
Hemming
Clarkson
Baltimore
Hazelton
Philadelphia
Tom Burns
Springfield
Manning
Kansas City
Clark
Anse
United States
Corbett
Fitzsimmons
Culberson
Texas
Dallas
Galveston
Tex
Dan Créedon
Herman Berneau
Jack Fogarty
St. Louis
Billy McCarthy
Austin
Jim
Fitz
Bob
Boxer
Olonel
John D. Hopkins
Creedon
Walcott
O’rourke
Young Coyne
Manchester
Young Kitty
Narragansett Park sets New England pace record in three heats
Providence Sept 20 The feature at Narragansett Park was a New England record for three consecutive heats in the 2:10 pacing. Frank Rgan won in three straight heats with times 2:07 3-4, 2:08 and 2:08 1-2. A lengthy 2:30 class and other pacing events followed with multiple entrants from New Haven Medford Philadelphia and Providence among the standings.
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Providence
Narragansett Park
New England
Frank Rgan
Shock
B. G
Coronet
W. A. Baggs
Springfield
Red
Waranake
Hornell Wilkes
G. F. Rich
Cc. m
Ray Ethan
W. H. Woodward
Pat
Frank Agan
Mike Agan
N. W
Alcyo
B. S
Jerry Ores
Lexington
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Blanche Louise
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Cavanaugh Bros
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Ghee Ree
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Richard Schobel
Babcock Stock Farm
Hornelly
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Fox- Dolwe Nig GB
William
Brookfield
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Scion
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Claremont
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J. G. Walcott
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Deon
Areturus
William Simpson
New Wee
Rebus
Mark Demarest
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Mt. Eden Stock Farm
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John Cheny
Hartford
Denne
Ec. G
R. M. Durland
Lynn
Stock Farm
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Moccisy Highland Lassie
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Hamton Rugby
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Consolidation of Lauriat Avenue clubs ratified in Dorchester
The Lauriat Avenue Independent Improvement Association merges with the Lauriat Avenue Independent Club creating a stronger Dorchester body. Edward Gallagher received the Mayor’s signed paper pen and a vote of thanks for securing the street’s public status. The club urged mayoral appointment from Dorchester if a Street Commission vacancy arises and asked parties to nominate Dorchester citizens. Dorchester Sept 17.
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Lauriat Avenue
Independent Club
General Burrill
Dorchester
Lauriat Ave. Ind
W. E. Harvey
Robert J. Miller
Fall and Winter Wool Lens Arrive at Splaine & Fitzpatrick
Splaine and Fitzpatrick at 110 Court Street corner of Stoddard import fall and winter wool lens in rich varieties and rare combinations. The tailors cut and fit in house with years of experience guaranteeing perfect fit, reliable goods, and top workmanship. Worsted stripes trousers are in demand while clay diagonal coats and vests offer stylish outfits. Overcoats use the best latest fabrics and the whole ensemble is the season’s fad. Reasonable prices accompany first class tailoring.
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Splaine & Fitzpatrick
Court
Stoddard
Boy 13 Arrested for Truancy in Dearborn District
George Lennon of 215 Eustis Street, 13, was arrested Thursday for truancy. He said he skipped school to earn money for two younger sisters and a father with consumption. Lennon had worked mornings, noon, and night for a Hampden Street baker while attending Dearborn School. F S Eldredge, a former employer, posted bonds for his release and court appearance.
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George Lennon
Eustis Street
Hampden Street
Dearborn
F. S. Eldredge
Water Route to Plymouth Announces 1896 Season Start
Captain E. W. Davidson thanks patrons for Putnam’s Plymouth route service and says the season will begin on or about May 1, 1896. The owners plan to add a fast steamer during the excursion season alongside the Putnam, fully equipped.
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E. W. Davidson
Putnam
Plymouth
Gallia Sails Today From East Boston
The Cunard steamer Gallia under Captain Hewitson sails from East Boston at 11 a m today. Saloon passengers include Mrs Mabrion Cochrane Miss Scovil Mr Scovil Miss Jessie B Dodge Mrs Tudor Hart and son Mr Joseph Palmer Mr J H Washburn Jr Mrs McIntosh and Miss Geddes. The ship will carry forty second cabin and 176 steerage passengers.
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Cunard
Gallia
Hewitson
East Boston
Mabrion Cochrane
Scovil
Jessie B. Dodge
Tudor Hart and Son
Joseph Palmer
J. H. Washburn, Jr
McIntosh
Geddes
Boxing Gossip on Governors and the Corbett Fitzsimmons Fight
A busy Winchester style report discusses Governor Culberson of Texas and his stance on preventing or allowing the Corbett vs Fitzsimmons bout in Dallas. It notes political motives, public opinion, and past Texas boxing events, with insights on fighters Corbett Fitzsimmons and related contenders and backers.
London Athletes Ready for English Team in New York
New York on Sept 20 reports all English team contenders completed a long practice on Manhattan field. Captain Shaw suffers a stomach issue while Horan impressed with fast quarter, Wilkins appears frail yet possesses stamina for three miles, and Downer may start after trainer Jack Fraser refines his injured limb.
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New York
Manhattan Field
Shaw
Horan
Lutyens
Bradley
Weters
Wilkins
Downer
Jack Fraser
Fraser
Railroad Thieves Arrested After Watch Theft Aboard Train
Joseph F Norman of Worcester slept through a Newburyport to Boston trip and awoke to find his silver watch missing. Officers Det Regan arrested two men, Charles Wilson and Edward Radigan, after a witness spotted the theft and Wilson was found with the watch concealed in his clothing. Both men face larceny from the person charges and may be linked to other station and train thefts. The case awaits Municipal Court arraignment.
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Joseph F. Norman
Worcester
Mass
Newburyport
Boston
Norman
Union Station
Don Regan
Hanover Street
Regan
Charles Wilson
Edward Radigan
Wilson
Lowell Street
Radigan
Lynn
Admiral Penrose Fitzgerald Letter on America's Cup Dispute
The Times prints a letter from Admiral Penrosé Fitzgerald dated London September 20 arguing the dispute over the America's Cup will be judged harshly on history. He states that England will be judged unfavorably compared with Mr Iselin, and Dunraven’s action will not stand well.
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London
the Times
Penrosé Fitzgerald
England
Lord Dunraven
Iselin
The New Irish Movement Meeting in Boston
An old guard Boston Nationalists meeting at Alpha Hall 18 Essex street chairs by Captain Driscoll. J B OHiggins reports rail transport arrangements pending today. Nearly all Irish societies in Boston plan to attend the convention to unite factions in the House of Commons. Session adjourned to evening to instruct delegates on their course.
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Old Guard
Boston
Alpha Hall
Essex Street
Driscoll
J. B. O’higgins
Committee On Railroads
House of Commons
New York Excursion Date Set for October 8
The trip to New York is scheduled for October 8 with travel via Albany and the Hudson River, returning on the Fall River Line. The itinerary emphasizes a scenic river route and a full day in the city.
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New York
Albany
Hudson River
Fall River Line
Handicaps Listed for Ros rdgie Cycle Club Race
The Ros rdgie Cycle Club announces handicaps for Saturday’s road race at 4 PM with multiple time divisions from scratch to 8 minutes 30 seconds. Officials and judges for the event are named along with a note that the Press Cycling Club two mile handicap at the A C C tournament promises an amusing showing with several first time track riders.
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Ros Rdgie Cycle Club
L.M. Walleston
W. D. Baker
F. P. Kent
W. H. McGreenhill
J. F. McCarthy
G. PV. Sennett
Allan B. Speir
A. W. Chamberlain
F. J. Pratt
H. D. Merritt
Robert Urqu
A. M. Thompson
E. D.holman
N. S. Emery
L. M. Enhahn
G. Christopherson
J. -L.stretton
J. J. Vogel
D. McLean
BH. H. Mac Goon
C. H. Goddard
J. A. Lynch
J. C. Bell
J. D. Kaulback
H. Bentham
G. F. Lewis
J. N. Foisy
C. Larsen
B. B. Tingley
F. C. Mattern
F. Feather
J. A. Molloy
H. J. McCameron
H. Stolz
G. B. Keith
F. Stapleton
F. B. Taylor
F. Emmel
EE. Anderson
W. F. Gibson
F. W. Osgood
Ed Skinner
H.C. Taylor
H. E. Walker
C. C. Potter
F. K E. Howes
W. M. Marshall
A. O. McGarrett
A. W. Pease
C. H. Finley
A. H. Gaudelet
J. P. Land
Brighton Beach Race Results Reported for Sept 20
Brighton New York results show six races with winners Nicolini Arline Rodman B Panway Sky Blue Shelly Tuttle and times ranging from 1 02 1 2 to 1 50 1 2. Placements include Longbridge Rebea Sir John Longbrook Perfidy Fullerton Lass Annie Bishop with second and third places across races.
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New York
Brighton Beach
Prig
Nicolini
Longbridge
Arline
Rebea
Apprentice
Rodman B
Sir John
Blues Win Close Pony Polo Game At Dedham
In Dedham on September 20 the Blues defeated the Yellows 5 1 4 to 4 in the final of a three game pony polo series at Karlstein. A large attendance of society people from Dedham Boston Brookline and Milton watched spirited play and notable individual efforts.
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Dedham
Karlstein
Boston
Brooklin
Milton
Dedham Polo Club
Blues
Record-setting trotting meet closes at Granite State Park
Dover NH September 20 The Granite State Trotting Park meet closes as the most successful ever. The 2 50 class pace heats run faster than 2 20 with Pussy Cat King Bird and L B C racing neck and neck to the wire. Nancy Rice won the first heat and then went lame. Dixey recovered to win the race in 2 18 1 4. Pussy Cat time was 2 16 1 4.
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Dixey
Pussy Cat
Five Dollar Trip to Albany by Rail and Steamship
Travel offer outlining a five dollar fare for a journey to Albany with routes via Boston and Albany Railroad down the Hudson to New York and the Fall River Line to Boston, starting in October.
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Albany
Boston & Albany
Hudson
New York
Fall River
Boston
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