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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1893

Page

3

Colonels Lose on an Error in the Ninth in Louisville

Boston and Louisville played a tight game with late errors deciding a 5-4 finish. Duffy reached on an error and scored after Stratton muffed Tucker’s long fly, giving Boston the winning run in the ninth. Stivetts showcased power with a triple and a double in four at bats.

Louisville Boston Gastright Duffy Nash Tucker Stratton Stivetts Menefee Long Lowe Grimes Carroll Pfeffer Pinckney Denny Ganzel Monfee Menfee AB. R. B Ove Nash Payne Stivetts Rf Carroll Cree W. Brown Twitchell Wittrock Minato Penny Poston Wittreck Hornung

Colonia Substituted to Stand In for Jubilee

General Charles J. Paine said America's Cup committee asked him to keep the Jubilee ready as a fallback should the Vigilant fail. The committee chose the Colonia as substitute boat. Paine remarked that Vigilant was likely to win, offering only a shrug and smile as the reason.

Charles J.paine Colonia

Phillies Fall In Third Straight At Pittsburg

Pittsburg defeats Philadelphia 11 to 6 as Elmer Smith belts a grand slam home run with bases loaded in the fifth. Harry Wright protests yesterday's second game, claiming it started after local sunset. Attendance 1,060. Pittsburg 12 0 3 4 1 0 0. Philadelphia 2 1 1 2 0 0 0. Hits Pittsburg 13 Philadelphia 12. Errors 4 each. Batteries Terry and Mack. Carsey Taylor and Boyle.

Pittsburg Phillies Elmer Smith Harry Wright Philadelphia Terry and Mack Carsey Taylor and Boyle

Chicago Bears Edge Giants in Shortened Win

Chicago won its third straight by defeating New York as darkness halted play after the eighth inning. Clausen’s curves troubled the Giants while Davis hit a homer for Chicago. Attendance was 1,700 with Chicago amassing seven hits to New York’s eight.

Chicago New York Giants Clausen Davis

Chicago and New York End Level Game Tied

A 2 2 draw between Chicago and New York featured Batteries Clausens and Kittredge against German Petty and Wilson in a tense showdown highlighting the battering of the game.

Chicago New York Clausens Kittredge German Petty Wilson

Baseball Talk and Exhibition Plans Across Kansas

Baseball talk outlines exhibition games between Philadelphia and St Louis in Kansas towns after the season. Umpire rule changes may be pushed at the next league meeting to position umpires behind home plate. Stovey seeks a game with Fall Rivers at New Bedford next week. Sexton of New Bedford praised as a hustling pitcher. The Giants lead and New York cranks celebrate. Natick saw a spirited game with Billy Long refereeing. Princeton class of 1895 beats class of 1896 4 to 3 in the Farnum cup match. Harvard nine to keep practicing as cold weather nears.

Philadelphia St. Louis Kansas Stovey Fall Rivers New Bedford Sexton Giants New Yorks New York Princeton Harvard

Pugilistic Gossip on Corbett Mitchell Plans for Future

A Boston boxing patron reviews letters and chatter from Coney Island about Corbett Mitchell talks, National Sporting Club bids, and Jackson versus Corbett prospects. It notes Fleming’s confidence, O Rourke’s Boston split, and looming match rumors including Edgerton Murphy and McAuliffe plans.

Tie At Williams Freshman Sophomore Tilt Ends In Tie

The Williams College freshman and sophomore teams played a heated game in WilliamsT own baseball on Sept 27. Freshman pitcher Griswold and catcher Clay starred for the freshmen while sophomore Lewis from Marietta C showed speed and curves. Duey made a running catch in the fifth. Darkness halted play in the first of the ninth with the score tied 6 to 6.

Williamstown Lewis Marietta Strickland Griswold Clay Duey Street

Auction sale of season tickets at Music Hall opens at 10

The auction sale continues this morning at Music Hall starting at 10 o'clock for the $12 season tickets for Saturday evening concerts. Conductor Paul arrives in Boston soon and begins rehearsals immediately. The opening concert is set for October 14.

Music Hall Paul Boston

Boston & Albany excursion to New York on Oct 3

The annual autumnal trip of the Boston and Albany railroad to New York is set for October 3 with a fare of five dollars. A. S. Hanson, the general passenger agent, is handling inquiries and particulars.

Boston & Albany Railroad New York A. S. Hanson

Australian cricketers to tour America and Canada

The Australian cricket team visiting the United States and Canada will play in Philadelphia Boston New York Baltimore and Chicago with one or two Canadian matches. First games set for Sept 28 29 30 and Oct 5 6 7. After an Eastern tour they head to Chicago then San Francisco before returning home. Noted scores include Bruce 191 Bannerman 133 Trumble 105 as part of a 888 total against Cambridge University.

England America United States Canada H. Graham A. H. Jarvis H. Trott W. Giffen S. E. Gregory W. Bruce A. Coningham Vv. Cohen J. M. Blackham R. McLeod J. J. Lyons G. Giffen C. Is Turner A. Bannerman H. Trumble Philadelphia Boston New York Baltimore Chicago Jackson Park Blackham San Francisco Antipodes Cambridge Universities R. Co. Bannerman J. Lynes C. Turner George Giffen Melbourne

Lantern Law Sparks Wheelman Debate In Boston News

A Boston lantern rule for bicycles prompts rider fury over lighted lamps on cobblestones. Letter argues law is unjust, cites Newton and Saugus precedents, calls for state-wide regulations or no lamp requirement, and notes lantern costs from five to seven fifty dollars. Also lists bicycle contests at Brockton fair and numerous local entrants across clubs.

Post Boston Newton Saugus H. J. Parkman Brockton Fair Ed Nelson Charles Nelson Springfield Bicycle Club A. W. Warren Artford Monte Scott Ed McDuffee P. J. McDuffee West Roxbury W. A. Miller Holbrook James Lehan Stoughton M.S. Higgins East Bridgewater J. C. Wettergreen Malden BE. C. Baker Campello I. F. Cameron Brockton Walter Pratt David ‘Turner Taunton Archie Boodry M. 8. Higgins Elisha Gill Brock Taunton A. Nelson Springfield Archie Boodiry Stonington M. S. Higgins Frank Morse E. B. Winslow George M. Tinker Waltham H. R. Tibbetts Ralph BE. Hunt Melrose Hugh Robson Salem Bicycle Club

Lynn Bicycle Races Entries Listed for Sept 30 Meet

The Lynn bicycle races on Saturday September 30 feature multiple events including one-mile novice and open divisions. Notable riders and clubs include Walter N Forrest, Malden Bicycle Club, Lynn entries, and teams from Somerville, Melrose, Danvers, and Salem. The program also lists a one-mile boys race and a one-mile handicap with a wide field of competitors from regional bicycle clubs.

Lynn Walter. N. Forrest BR. O. Peabody Wopsfield Danvers Co. G Ralph BE. Hunt Melrose A. C. Barnard Malden Bicycle Club J. J. Dorey, Jr Somerville A. C Eb Lynn BE. EB. Ramsdell T. McNichol George W. Gallagher Harry E. Hanson C. G. Williams Waltham J. H. Shurman Salem B. O. Peabody Topsfield Y. A. Peabody C. A. Baker W B. Rogers Taunton

America's Cup Races Set From Sandy Hook Lightship

The details of the upcoming America's Cup races were announced. Races start 11 a m from Sandy Hook lightship, with fog or wind delays handled by the regatta committee. Lloyd Phenix named referee. Archibald Rogers and Charles Kerr will represent Valkyrie and Vigilant respectively. Start from one gun. if wind unsuitable, start moved to sea with wind-dependent distance.

New York Lord Dunraven Esterday Sandy Hook Lloyd Phenix Archibald Rogers Charles Kerr

Mt Washington Bicycle Club to Hold Second Ten Mile Race

The Mt Washington Bicycle Club stages the second annual ten mile road race on Saturday Sept 30 at 4 pm from Back Bay park. Prizes include a silver cup a crayon picture a silver cuff buttons a time medal and more with entrants listed by handicaps and a full slate of officials.

Mt. Washington Bicycle Club Back Bay Park Pope Manufacturing Company Irving Crook Or Quadrant Cycle Company J. F. & H. Falvey George Harris Horace Partridge J. F. Phelps & Co S. W. Wolfson Captain McDonough KB. Moss H. T. Peeling W. N. Carr C. B. Belt, Jr J. Morton Frank Keenig T. W. McArdle G. A. Weller C. A. Buswill John Marden L. A. C. Kelly P. G. Alexander W. A. Wheater BE. L. Palmer W. _E. Burdett EK. T. Bailey EB. Wood H. W. Ridings W. J. McAuley A. H. Davison

Harvard and rivals update on early football practice

Harvard notes show twice daily practices with Captain Walters and Porter coaching. Princeton's lineup appears strong with Hall Davis Lee McCauley and Trenchard. Yale’s George Adee recovering. Virginia hires Princeton halfback John Poe as coach. Princeton and Harvard may meet this season, managers hopeful for friendly terms and big crowds. Dunlap Wren Beal shine in Harvard drills as 6 pm practice ends. Holy Cross to reorganize under Captain Powers from class of 1909.

Harvard Walters Porter Newell Gage Connor Princeton Hall Davis Lee McCauley Trenchard George Adee Yale University of Virginia John Poe Balliet White Crimson Freedman Manhattan Field Dunlap Wren Beal Harvards Holy Cross Captain Powers

Creed C3eed Candidacy Prospects in Ward 15

Supporters of James F. Creed Democratic candidate for Ward 15 legis­lature predict a victory. They call him a fearless debater and eloquent speaker who deserves election, and say Ward 15 will be proud of its representative if he wins.

James F. Creed Ward 15

Union Bible Class Reassembles for Lesson at Bromfield Street

The Union Bible Class led by Rev. N Beynton will meet at Bromfield Street Methodist Church on Saturday September 30 at 3 o clock for the International Sunday School Lesson study. Friends old and new are invited to attend.

Union Bible

American Wringer Co. Advertises Home Items and Repair Service

The American Wringer Co. at 13 and 15 Broadway extension offers wringers mangles spring beds and carpet sweepers and repairs all kinds of wringers and sweepers. Orders by mail promptly attended to.

The American Wringer Co Broadway Extension City

GREAT TROTTING AT MYSTIC PARK RACES IN HARD WEATHER

The Breeders Meeting at Mystic Park drew a large crowd despite disagreeable conditions. Haley won the 2:25 trot by two lengths after a strong drive, with Frank Caprice winning multiple heats. Mara Wilkes and Fanny Wilcox fought hard in the 2:15 trot, while Purity Wilkes and Harry C. led the five-heat battle. Governor Russell planned to attend as guest of Colonel Thayer, with an extra free-for-all pace added for Friday.

Breeders’ Association Mystic Park Haley Mara Wilkes Fanny Wilcox Purity Wilkes Harry C Caprice Golden Alcantara American Clay Alspur Don Carlos Mambrino Dudley Governor Russell Colonel Thayer Bunco, Jr Chesterfield Ned Winslow B. B the Dude Chronos Rupert Gillig Vera Gray Dawn Likewise Katie Mac Katie Mura Wilkes Muta Wilkes Goldsmith Nellie McGregor Major Fanny Lightning Jesse Hanson Mr. McCarthy Wilcox Muta Wilkes Nellie Hanson Grea Vrowsky Bird Lora J Harry Cr Purity B. m Br. G Carpenter Dore Iara J G. m van Valkenburg B. H Stinson Blk. m Tozler Sabina Point Atome Voleta Reynolds Fiasf Cecsevessels E.seeees

Widow and eight children in Cambridge distress

In rear of a Cambridge house, widow Mrs. Collins and her eight children survive on scarce support after John Collins a journeyman tailor died penniless three weeks ago. He worked at 375 Washington Street but declining trade left little income. Neighbors and landlord Dennis O Brien have aided the family amid their dire plight.

Boylston and Winthrop Streets Old Cambridge John Collins John Washington Street

Pool Sellers Fined in Malden Court Action

In Malden district court Judge Pettingill arraigned James Clancey and Owen Taylor on pool selling charges at Mystic Park. Freeman Parker of the Watch and Ward Society testified he arrested them under warrants from Saugus. Clancey fined 150 dollars Taylor 100 dollars. both appealed.

Malden Pettingill James Clancey Owen Taylor Watch and Ward Society of Boston Mystic Park Freeman Parker Society Saugus Clancy Taylor

Inauguration Concert and Lecture by Working Women's League

A Sunday evening event at Red Men's Hall Tremont Street features soprano Lillian BE Landis and labor advocate Dr SS M Landis. The Working Women's League presents the program to promote ongoing meetings and clarifies they are not anarchists but justists, aiming to ensure continued gatherings.

Working Women’s League Red Men’s Hall Tremont Street Lillian BE. Landis Ss. M. Landis League

Boston Primary Union resumes sessions at Bromfield Church

The Boston Primary Union of Sunday School Teachers will resume weekly meetings at Bromfield Street Methodist Church on Saturday September 30 at 2 o clock. All teachers of any grade or denomination are welcome.

Boston Bromfield Street Methodist Church

Marathon and Waterloo lecture by Dr Henry Boynton at Chickering Hall

Dr Henry Boynton, noted lecturer, will speak at Chickering Hall this evening on his battlefield experiences at Marathon and Waterloo. The talk promises a rich intellectual treat.

Henry Boynton Chickering Hall Marathon Waterloo

First Race and Six Races Thoroughbred Card

In the five and a half furlongs opening event Stone well leads a field with 128, Iddesleigh 1118 and Pedestrian 116 among several others. Followed by five furlongs with Lajuive 113 Ice land and Factotum Torchbearer 108 Nellie Col lier gelding Anna Mayes 105 Pirate Chief 110. Third race features one mile with London 112 Now or Never 108 Raceland 107 May Win 103 Fore runner 102 Demfargilla 99 Diablo 68 Madrid 95 Cliocolt 85 Shadow 85. Fourth race one mile and one-quarter Str Walter 122 Glenmoyne 114 Ramapo 142 Wormser 90. Fifth race five furlongs Armitage 108 Patriot an 107 Economist 106 St Pat 103 Oporto 98 Florist Little Pirate Little Mat 93 Gertie 90. Sixth race six furlongs Wah Jim 114 Chesapeake 103 Top Gallant 107 Forerunner 102 Speculation Bolero 97 Tigress 85.

Stonewell Iddesleigh Highland Lajuive Iceland Torchbearer Nellie Collier Gelding Anna Mayes Pirate Chief London Raceland May Win Forerunner Demfargilla Diablo Madrid Cliocolt Shadow Walter Glenmoyne Ramapo Wormser Armitage Patrician Economist St. Pat Oporto Florist Little Pirate Little Mat

Rob Roy's Selections From Private Track Advices

A bettor states opinions on race outcomes. Highland vs Iddlesleigh opens with Stonewell disfavored. Torchbearer favored. Pirate Chief Factotum strong. Raceland London likely in third. May Win. Glenmoyne favored in fourth. Armitage Oporto Patrician. Oporto noted stiff. Chesapeake last race. Tigress placed. Guttenburg match favors Tammany as an extra good thing.

Stonewell Highland Iddlesleigh Raceland London Glenmoyne Armitage Oporto Patrician Chesapeake

Turf Gossip Predicts Prince George Wins More Often

The column notes Prince George as a clever colt with strong win rate but often offered at poor prices by bookmakers. It mentions Gordius as an odds on favorite previously, debates Kentigeria versus Potentate, and cites The Ironmaster’s victory due to Sims. Diablo would have won if Sloan had waited with him, while Stonewell may not be eight to one next start. Kingston and Tormentor suffer rheumatism and wind issues.

Prince George Gordius Kentigeria Potentate Ironmaster Sims Diablo Sloan Michael Stonewell Kingston Tormentor

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