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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1909
Page
6
Reds seize third place after defeating the New York team in a key doubleheader. The victory boosts their standings as fans buzz about the season’s near-term implications and lingering baseball chatter.
The graphic shows current records for National and American Leagues with teams like Pittsburg Detroit Philadelphia Cincinnati New York Boston and more. It lists win totals losing marks winning percentages and games back with additional notes on minor leagues teams such as Wheeling Grand Rapids Zanesville South Bend Evansville Terre Haute Dayton and Ft Wayne in the American Association Central League standings.
About 1,200 fans at league park watched as heavy rain and a soggy infield forced the postponement after 1:40. Ground keeper Matty Schwab had earlier tried to salvage conditions with sawdust and gasoline, sparking a small blaze before rain flooded the field again.
In a day dominated by heavy rain only two major league games were completed. Both the Giants and the Highlanders suffered losses while the Reds also fell short in third place standings, with weather causing widespread disruption across the schedule.
Chicago defeats New York 5 to 0 behind bunched hits and Marquard and Ames weak spots. The loss moves Cincinnati to third in the National League while Philadelphia climbs over the Highlanders in the American League. Weather caused postponements in other games.
Rain halted the Pittsburg Phillies game in Pittsburg Pennsylvania with the scheduled contest against Philadelphia postponed on June 10.
Mullin of Detroit pitched effectively and doubled home the decisive run in the second inning as Detroit defeated New York 2 to 1. Schaefer and Mullin provided the offensive punch while Demmitt Keeler and Laporte led the visiting lineup with multiple hits in a closely fought game.
Rain postponed the Cleveland Philadelphia game today in Philadelphia. The doubleheader was halted after the first inning, with no rescheduled date announced.
The Boston-St Louis game was postponed on account of rain in Boston Massachusetts, June 10. The delay shifts scheduling for both teams as rain litters the field.
Rain caused the Washington and Chicago baseball game to be postponed. The incident occurred in Washington on June 10 as teams prepared to play.
Grand Rapids defeated South Bend 4 to 3 in ten innings. Rowe pitched for Grand Rapids with support from Taylor Webb and Clark. Smith and Wells shared catching duties. The scoring saw Grand Rapids take early leads and hold off late pushes to secure the win.
Fort Wayne defeated Dayton 4 to 1 in Indiana. Slow field play contributed to the loss in the second of the series. Batteries were Corns, Henry, Theobald, Pinkney and Pearce for Dayton.
Rain in Wheeling causes the Wheeling Evansville game to be postponed due to wet grounds on June 10.
Ground conditions forced the postponement of the Zanesville versus Terre Haute game amid wet fields in Zanesville Ohio on June 10. No rescheduled date announced.
In Chantilly on June 10 Carnes'. Tarrapata ran in the Prix Morlaye but was replaced. In the Prix Pelouse Chandos owned by W. K. Vanderbilt finished second.
Columbus sits in third place as the capital city team narrows the gap on rivals in the pennant race, signaling a tightening title bid.
Indianapolis defeats Milwaukee to seize first place while Columbus climbs within reach of the leaders. Toledo wins over Kansas City. Minneapolis and Columbus rainouts delay games. Louisville shuts out St Paul 6 0 in soggy conditions as Halla dominates.
Kansas City fails to score as Robinson shuts them out. Toledo plates three in the sixth on two hits a walk and a miscue while Elwert and Sturhaener add the second inning run. Dorner relieves in ninth but holds KC to two in a 3 0 loss. Abbott McCarthy Hallman Hinchman contribute in Toledo's win.
Indianapolis wins today's game 7 to 2 over Milwaukee, aided by timely hitting. Jones pitched for Indianapolis as McGlynn started for Milwaukee. key players include Hayden Davidson Wakefield and Barry with two-base and three-base hits. Umpires Owen and Conahan called the game after 1 hour 45 minutes.
The Columbus versus Minneapolis game scheduled for June 10 was postponed due to wet grounds, delaying the contest at Columbus.
Berlin June 10 The Prince Henry of Prussia automobile competition began at Tempelhof with 109 machines starting at one minute intervals. Prince Henry arrived from Kiel and proceeded to Gueben to watch speeds en route to Krossen. The 1132 mile course runs six stages with stops at Breslau Tatra Budapest Vienna Salzburg and Munich.
George Lytle manager of Jack Johnson says the colored boxer will begin training in Chicago or Cedar Lake for bouts with Kaufmann and Ketchell. Ketchell beat O'Brien easily, but that does not affect Johnson's plans. Johnson is in Boston and expected in Chicago June 22. meetings with Ketchell set for Oct. 12 and with Kaufmann for Sept. 17 or 19.
Cars from the New York to Seattle race began moving toward the West from Ellsworth after hours waiting. The Shawmut left at 12 15 am Acme at 12 20 am and Ford entries at 3 00 am and 4 10 am. Muddy roads slowed progress and times were poor. In St Louis the Italia car delayed by an accident near Litchfield, Illinois finally left for Kansas City.
Chicago officials announced for the Crown Point Lowell road race carnival June 18 19 led by referee Asa Paine and starter Fred J Wagner. The Coke cup race June 19 features twelve racing machines and eighteen light cars contest the Indiana trophy June 18.
New York balloon New York piloted by A Hol land Forbes and Clifford B Harmon won the national race from Indianapolis to Corinth Mississippi covering 358 miles in 35 hours 10 minutes. Harmon and Forbes may pursue the endurance prize and a world long distance record starting from St Louis or Kansas City after gas arrangements.
Meadow Brook of Long Island defeats the Tigers 14 to 1 in the Ranelagh open cup tournament opener. The Tigers fielded only one first class player, making the match lopsided and decisive.
Judging by entries for the Eagle run to Carthage on June 12 the field favors Draper the Gym runner but several rivals including Heck of Covington YMCA vow to challenge him. The race serves as a workout before the June 19 Carthage big Turnfest. Athletes must report to Roll Crawford Brendamour store by 12 30 and the run begins at 1 pm over the advertised course.
West Point Military academy conducted interclass field games despite bad weather. Class of 1910 won, 1909 took second, and 1912 finished third. Greble of 1909 set a new academy record with a pole vault of 10 feet 11 inches.
In Englewood New Jersey June 10 rain prompts semi finals for the Englewood Field Club event. National champion W A Larned teams with G I Wrenn Jr to reach semis as Lindsey and Sherwood take a set in a rain affected match. E P Larned wins singles over H C Martin 2 4 7 5 then over C C Kelsey 6 1 1.
In foggy conditions at Baltusrol links New York women golfers beat Philadelphia 8 to 7 in the first half of the Griscom cup tri city match. Highlights include Mrs Caleb Fox defeating Miss Julia Mix two up, Miss Georgianna Bishop besting Mrs R H Barlow five up with four to go, and Miss Frances Griscom defeating Mrs Charles T Stout one up. The Boston team, last year’s winners, will face the survivors tomorrow.
Reading of scores shows Montgomery-Mobile game 10 0, Memphis-Birmingham-Memphis 0, Nashville-Little Rock 9 0, with Atlanta-New Orleans game postponed due to rain.
Willus Britt, Nelsons manager, says the Dane Battling Nelson will fight Freddie Welch and then retire from boxing for good. The statement comes from New York on June 10.
In Baltimore Newark won 6 to 3 then Baltimore lost 8 to 32. Buffalo defeated Rochester 3 to 0. The Toronto Montreal game and Jersey City Providence game were postponed due to wet grounds.
Milwaukee date June 10 reports pitcher Chick Frazer of the Chicago National League team was signed today by Joe Carney manager of the Milwaukee White Sox club in the Chicago City league.
Crystal Maid led from the start to win the Latonia Oaks over Gliding Belle and Floreal as rain worsened track conditions. The day featured heavy field betting, mixed results for favorites, and a net winner’s purse of 2190 dollars for Crystal Maid.
Runners Xarco Camel Deuce Tom Holland Font Casowary led the field in the sixth race over one mile and 70 yards. Odds listed for Lillie Turner 4 to 1, Ketchemike 11 to 5, Time showing 1 50 2-6. Other contenders included Gilvedear Colonel Blue King Thistle Red Shawl and Pink Wings.
Arrangements are complete for a weight for age race featuring Oiam balg the Derby winner and King's Daughter with possible late entries. Long shots led at the track while favorites failed to place. Jockey Powers, recently injured, reports his condition improved and says the pain does not bother him. Owners await drying weather as heavy rain has left the track a sea of mud hindering most horses.
Montreal June 10 feature at Blue Bonnets sees Chief Hayes win seventh furlong race in record 1 26, defeating Stanley Fay and Light Wool as weather turns cloudy and track remains fast. Races include 6 furlongs with Smoker and Youthful, 4 1/2 furlongs Amelia Jenks, and a mile plus steeple chase won by Kara ahead of Reginald.
The London show featured the Canadian cup jumping on Tuesday with Adam Beck presenting prizes. C W Watson of Baltimore won the Berkely challenge cup in four in hand with Ringing Bells. Judge Moore of New York took fifth. Watson also topped class 55 single harness with two wheel carriage. Moore earned three awards in that class. Walter Winans rode Avoca in class 83 with Launcellot and Londesborough placing.
Cincinnati bowlers shine at the National Bowling Association tournament in New York. Henry Bose of Kröllmanns Five led individuals with 623, likely placing top twenty in singles. Billy Barton and Plummer of Cincinnati scored 1175 in doubles, while J. C. Barton surpassed 600 in singles.
In Red Bank New Jersey O H Eskew equaled the world mark of 699 for three games by defeating Alfred Bisang of New York. Eskew posted scores of 215 3219 and 265. A mixed doubles event saw Harry Meyer and Mrs. Nellie Lester defeat Lee Graf and Miss Bert Wilson in three games 1121 to 1086. James Watt of Bridgeport beat Alexander Dunbar of New York City six games to one in a 200 a side contest.
John Hayes arrives in Kansas City from New York to meet John Svanborg in a twenty mile marathon set for Sunday. Svanborg is expected tonight and both runners will train at the Kansas City Athletic Club park ahead of the race.
Special Dispatch reports changes at Miami University and Western College in Oxford. New Miami appointees include history professor Earl F. Colborn and librarian Mary E. Coleman, with Lawrence W. Swan named university business agent. Western College installs Marian Keys as physical director, notes Helen Cochran moves to Oberlin, and reports the endowment nearing 225000 of 250000 with a 3000 gift from Thomas Elder.
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