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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1894

Page

3

Johnson Sets Mile Standard at Wal tham Park Meet

Johnson rode the mile in 1 50 3 5 at Wal tham Bicycle Park, aided by pacemakers Callahan Saunders Mayo Murphy Steenson under Tom Eck. The time beat the prior mark by two seconds, with Tyler as timer beside Johnson and Harley Davidson posting new Class A marks for the quarter and the third. He plans to chase the hour record next Monday while Tyler targets Johnson’s distances up to the mile.

Harry C. Tyler Johnson Callahan Brothers Saunders Mayo Murphy Steenson Tom Eck Harley Davidson Tyler

Missing A Week In Somerville Man Vanishes

Edward McEachern a 28 year old travelling tea agent from 4 Summer Street Somerville failed to return home last Saturday. He covered routes including Framingham Maynard and Concord and was last seen leaving Lexington for Boston after reporting his horse sick. He carried about $100. police search begun as family fears foul play or accident.

Edward McEachern Summer Street Somerville McEachern Framingham Maynard Concord Concord Junction Lexington Boston Concord Avenue Prince Edward Island

Yellow fever epidemic in Salvador causes high mortality

Private advices from Salvador say yellow fever is sweeping the republic with great mortality. The disease proves fatal to foreigners, often killing within twenty four hours. Among the first victims was American Consul Pollock.

San Francisco Salvador Republic Pollock

Czarewitch postpones visit to Princess Alix to join Czar

The Czarewitch sent a telegram from Berlin on September 28 delaying his planned visit to Princess Alix of Hesse. He will instead accompany the Czar on the trip to Livadia.

Berlin Czarewitch Darmstadt Princess Alix of Hesse Czar Livadia

Lord Hawke Eleven Post Big Score In Philadelphia Match

Lord Hawke's eleven compiled 211 for 10 in the second day at Manheim Philadelphia as rain and a drizzle interrupted play. Wickets fell steadily with Batheurst and Hilliard aiding, while the locals showed strong fielding but risky bowling. The outcome remains uncertain with England ahead by six runs of their first innings total.

Philadelphia Lord Hawke Gentlemen of Manheim W. W. Noble F. L. Artemus E. W. Clark, Jr Co. W. Wright C. E. de Trafford Bailey de Trafford Muiron King B. R. S. Lucas Wright King G. J. Mordaunt Mordaunt Patterson Echo Bulletin A. J. L. Hill Lucas Hill Scott Hawke E. W. Clark Artemus Ralston Bathurst Brown Clark Robinson Hilliard Bardswell Whitwell

Pittsburg Defeats Opponent In Listless Slugging Game

In Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, a September 28 match ended in a lackluster game as Gumbert and Nichols labored through a dull contest. Pittsburg secured the win while the championship season winds down. Attendance reached 1800. The final score is not provided in the excerpt.

Pittsburg Penn Gumbert Nichols

Reds Lose Errors Mark Hoy Doyle Collision in Cincinnati

In Cincinnati on September 28, New York routed Cincinnati with 19 hits to 17. Doyle, colliding with Hoy at first, was slightly injured. Parrott hit a home run as attendance reached 613. Errors favored New York 6 to Cincinnati 8. Pitchers were Gorman and Wilson for New York, Wittrock and Merritt for Cincinnati.

Cincinnati Reds Hoy Doyle Parrott New York Gorman Wilson Wittrock Merritt

Cleveland 8 Philadelphia 6 in Sept. 28 game

Cleveland batted Carsey in the fourth inning to mount an eight run rally while Philadelphia managed six. Thompson homered and sharp fielding marked the contest. Attendance was 700. Score by innings shows Cleveland 000651011 0 and Philadelphia 5 0100000 0. Hits were 9 to 8, errors 2 to 1. Wallace and Zimmer versus Carsey and Buckley.

Cleveland Philadelphia Wallace Carsey Thompson Erros Zimmer Buckley

New Bedford Wins Ten-Inning Season Finale Over Fall River

New Bedford defeats Fall River 5 to 4 in ten innings in a closely contested season finale at home. McCormack shines for Fall River. Harrington and Bassett key the visitors, with New Bedford’s Cotter driving in the winning run in the tenth.

Fall River New Bedford McCormack Nashua McDermott Brady Walter E. Murphy Klobedanz Harrington Sheehan Shannon Bassett Ladd Cotter

Buck McCann a $10,000 Colt Killed in City Accident

The chestnut colt Buck McCann, winner of last year’s Latonia Derby and valued at $10,000, was killed in Chicago when he broke away from a handler and was struck by a Burlington engine near Harlem and Hawthorne race tracks. Owned by A. C. McCafferty.

Chicago Buck McCann Harlem Hawthorne Burlington A. C. McCafferty

Funeral of Captain John G Crossman at Chelsea home

The funeral for Captain John G Crossman was held at his Chelsea residence 60 Walnut Street yesterday afternoon attended only by close relatives and friends. Rev F W Bakeman of the First Baptist Church conducted the service in Woodlawn Cemetery where interment took place.

John G. Crossman Walnut Street Chelsea F. W. Bakeman First Baptist Church Woodlawn

Mission in Massowah Assigned to Rome Clergy

The Vatican has issued a decree stating that the confides cap ucines in Rome will have full charge of the missions in the new apostolic see of Massowah.

Rome Vatican Apostolic See Massowah

Trip Plans to New York via Albany and Hudson River

Travel note outlines a round trip to New York with passage via Albany and the Hudson River, returning by Fall River line. Tickets advertised at 232 Washington Street for five dollars.

New York Albany Hudson River Fall River Line Washington Street Hoosac Tunnel Fall River Park Square Old State House Washington and State Streets

Alland Bros Haircutters Offer Pompadour Style

Patrons may obtain stylish haircuts and trim in the Pompadour fashion at Alland Bros located at 19 Tremont Row. The shop is described as Harvard, Boston University, Tufts College, Tech area’s largest establishment of the kind in the United States.

Alland Bros Tremont Row Harvard Boston University Tufts College Tech United States

Corbett Rejects Fitzsimmons Until He Enters His Class

Lewiston Missouri Thursday. Corbett says Fitzsimmons may fight middleweights forever but will not meet him until he climbs to Corbett’s class. He cites Steve O'Donnell and notes Fitzsimmons has defeated Maher, Hall, and Choynski and argues the public wants a champion who fights top contenders.

Corbett Lewiston Fitzsimmons Steve O'Donnell John Cattanach George Godfrey Australia Steve Goddard Slavin Jackson O’donnell Bob Fitzsimmons Bob Hall Maher Choynski Fitz Jim Charlie Mitchell Peter Courtney Peoria Ill Horace Leeds Ed Gorman Gorman Tommy Ryan Jack Dempsey Auditorium Club New Orleans John J. Quinn Jerry Marshall George Dixon Muldoon Pickaninny Frank Hill Jack Skelly Seaside Athletic Club Sam Warren John Johnson Roxbury Portrait Gallery of American Pugilists Boston London Philadelphia Boston Post Billy Edwards Post Sullivan

Boxing Night at Cribb Club Delivers Tight Card

An excellent boxing programme at the Cribb Club drew near full attendance. Doc O Connell refereed preliminaries, Parker and Lucas fought to a draw, White beat Ring on points, O Brien defeated Hurley, and Johnson beat Murphy on points in a two round main.

Cribb Club Doc O'Connell George Parker Tom Lucas Joe White Tim McCarthy Bob Ring Lynn White Jack O’brien Pat Hurley O’brien Walter Johnson Philadelphia Paddy Murphy Montreal Jack Powers Canada Johnson

Sullivan says Fitzsimmons would fight Corbett if matched

John L. Sullivan reports from Washington that he believes a Corbett versus Fitzsimmons bout would be a hot test of the era. He questions Corbett’s willingness to fight, notes Fitzsimmons’Technique, and says Corbett must meet the challenge or reveal reluctance.

Corbett Bob Fitzsimmons Ryan Dempsey Quinn Jerry Marshall New York the World John IL. Sullivan Washington Fitzsimmons

The Bowlers Enter 20 Bowling Clubs in League Draft

A bowling league meeting announced twenty clubs entering teams including Vespers Casinos B A A Les Miserables Salem Melrose A C Old Dorchester Jamaica 999th Artillery Arlington Boat Club Chelsea Review Club Lowell Highlands Allston Charlestown Jeffries Winter Club Codman Oxford Central A C of Dorchester Melrose Kernwood and left entry open for Melrose Highlands Newton Club and Waverly Club Hyde Park. Schedule committee W W Davis W G Reed and W C Prescott to report Oct 22 Samuel Dalton may bowl for Central A C.

Vespers Casinos Les Miserables Salem Melrose A. C Old Dorchester Jamaica 999Th Artillery Arlington Boat Club Chelsea Review Club Lowell Highlands Allston Charlestown Jeffries Winter Club Codman Oxford Central A. C Dorchester Melrose Kernwood Highland Club Melrose Highlands Club Newton Club Waverly Club Hyde Park Hill W. W. Davis W. G. Reed W. C. Prescott Samuel Dalton

See Tomorrow's Papers for Excursion Rates on Railroads

Rail travelers are urged to check forthcoming issues for detailed excursion rates on various railroad lines. The notices indicate price ranges and travel windows will be announced, with official schedules to follow in next editions.

Mystic's Close at Mystic Trotting Meet Amid Close Finishes

The New England Trotting Horse Breeders Association meet at Mystic closed with bracing air and a small crowd. The 2:24 class purse of 1500 drew six heats, with Margaret L Little Ethan and Jack Wyman battling to a nose finish by Wyman in heat five and Margaret L winning the final. Don C. faltered in the 2:20 class as Pure Wilkes claimed first after five heats, with other races won in straight heats. Details of 2:40 and 2:24 classes list horses and times, while the course routes and parade of starters and officials fill the recap of the day.

New England Jack Wyman Little Ethan Margaret L Don C Pure Wilkes Marston C B. G Piedmont Cee Nancy Rice B. F Codiev Mickey Mahoney Whee Dapajoer Villiers Bik. c Smith Nana Ponemah B. c Viking O'Neil Thersites A. Trout E.secee Darwin Green Aareidaviebien Royce Sheridan Johnny Golddust Rawbaugh An Deoug Margaret A B. Bi Ulric Wilkes Johnson Ethan Allen Eae Ewes Haroldmont OO Ngm Wisceaeas Iadia Merry Bird Br. S Bowen Elsie Wilkes G. m Carpenter Katie Mack Br. m Walker Newflower B. m Belanger Trojan Wilkes B. B Red Wilkes Henry, Titer Hi Don C Potter Ichere Mischief John Riley Dunnette Navarro B. H Thorndale Farm Marguerite B. m. Careve

Rochester Fair Closes With High Weather and Strong Profits

The nineteenth annual Rochester fair ended with excellent weather and exhibits surpassing prior years. Racing was strong, net profits estimated near $10,000. Zanita won the 2-year-old stake, The Seer captured the free-for-all, Tommy L. won the unfinished 2:33 pace, and Caywood swept the 2:36 class heat series while Janet led early.

Rochester N. H Zanita Onawa Emma Westland Tommy L Scarlet Wilkes Janet Caywood

Jerome Park Race Day Results Sept 28

First race six starters Hal low takes runner up spot Black Hawk third time 1 16 Second race one mile one sixteenth Long Bridge first Little Matt second Now or Never third time 1 52 3 4 Third Riverside stakes five furlongs straight Stonewell wins Punch second time 1 06 Only two starters Fourth race one mile McIntyre Beemer first Agitate second time Fifth Titan course about 1400 yards Will Elliott wins Beansey second Restraint third time 1 21 3 4 Sixth race one half mile Glen Lilly La Paz wins Campania second time 50 1 4

Jerome Park Hallow Black Hawk Long Bridge Little Matt Stonewell Punch McIntyre Beemer Agitate Titan Will Elliott Beansey Restraint Glen Lilly la Paz Campania

Harriott Duo Set For 3000 Mile Trans continental Bicycle Run

Mr and Mrs George Harriott plan a 3000 mile tandem ride starting next Thursday at 9 am from this city to San Francisco aiming to reach the Golden Gate in about 24 or 25 days. Harriott, a 28 year rider and former South Nottingham Club member, will travel via Springfield Albany Buffalo Toledo Chicago and Denver on a 40 pound tandem with Boston Woven Hose tires. If Mrs Harriott cannot continue, roller skater and polo player William Tighe will take her place. The Malden road race route has been altered concluding via Forest Main Clifton Highland Elm.

George Harriott San Francisco Harriott Boston Woven Hose Company Golden Gate South Forest Street Forest Main Street Main Clifton Street Highland Avenue Elm Street

National Meet at Chenley Park Draws 5000 Fans

The Keystone Bicycle Club event at Chenley Park in Pittsburg drew about 5000 spectators. High wind and a slow track prevented records, though many finishes remained exciting. J P Bliss and pacemakers led the mile in 2 13 1 5 with a 1 32 2 5 first half, while Arthur L Banker showcased a 1 03 half mile. Archie Williams, nine, set a new local flying start half mile record.

Pittsburg Penn Keystone Bicycle Club Chenley Park J.P. Bliss Brandt Cooper Lumsden Githens Bliss Arthur L. Banker Archie Williams

Dartmouth-Lakeman and Harvard-Emmons Lineups Compared

The passage lists players by position for Dartmouth Lakeman and Harvard Emmons teams. It names Eve W and Abbott at ends and tackles, guards including Bowles and J Shaw, centers Caverly and F Shaw, quarterbacks McCormack and Beale, and backs Mason Morrill Randell and Gray among others, detailing each side’s starting lineup.

Eve W Dartmouth Lakeman Abbott Bowles Caverly Huff Little Folsom McCormack Dodge Mason Morrill Randall Harvard Emmons Gould J. Shaw F. Shaw Manahan Hallowell A. Brewer Beale Gray

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