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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1907
Page
6
Corcoran stars at bat as Mason succumbs to early pitching woes. Shay manages the coaching line and deploys a veteran trick as the Reds fall in the first game to the Giants.
National and American League results show New York Cincinnati Philadelphia Pittsburg Boston Chicago and St. Louis games. Standings list Chicago New York Cleveland Philadelphia Detroit Pittsburg Boston with win percentages and records, plus American Association and Central League clubs and their standings.
Muggsy McGraw's Giants rallied at League Park yesterday, scoring three in the fifth and piling up runs as Del Mason faltered. Tommy Corcoran and Cy Seymour led ex Reds on offense while Lefty Davis banged three hits for Cincinnati in a lopsided game. The Giants, aided by errors and timely hits, pulled away after a tight start as O Dowell's miscue sparked the big inning.
The Reds and opponents traded runs with multiple baserunners as Bresnahan and McGann drove in scores. Corcoran and Ames provided key hits, while Hannifin replaced Dahlen at short. Final sequence included a stolen base and decisive ninth inning rally before the game ended with Krueger popping up for the Reds.
The second session between the Giants and Reds is set for 3:30 this afternoon with Coakley or Smith pitching for Cincinnati and Wiltse starting for New York. Cincinnati has fared well against left handers this season and is not worried about McGraws southpaws. After the game, Christy Mathewson heads to the Cincinnati Gymnasium to join top local checker players, as he is reputed among the nation's best.
Cincinnati fans witnessed Roger Bresnahan wearing cricket style shinpads during a game. Despite initial protests from fans, the innovation drew consensus as one of baseball’s best since the mask and big mitt. Bresnahan reports they will likely be adopted by catchers before next season.
Tommy Corcoran warned that a lined out double might draw criticism and fans would ask why he did not do it for them. The first time up he hit the double but no murmurs arose as he remains deeply trusted in the city for always giving his best.
Bozeman Bulger of The New York World charts a swing around the circuit with the reporting team. The moves reflect a busy schedule and ongoing coverage across venues.
Mason issued five walks four in the fifth and sixth innings. In the sixth the Giants scored three unearned runs on no hits and in the seventh tallied three hits but scored no runs.
Captain Ganzel was benched in the eighth inning with George Schlei taking his place. The Captain argued a call on Corcoran's single with Rigler and drew a firm reaction. Schlei delivered a stellar two innings including a superb ninth inning catch of Corcoran's fly ball.
McGraw replaced veterans with young players and gave Hannifin a chance. The rookie went 1-for-2 at the plate, contributing a single in the later innings.
National League action saw Brooklyn blank St Louis 2 to 0 in the first meeting here this year. Lush hurled for Brooklyn with Pastorius in relief as the Cardinals were held to a lone scoreless effort.
Chicago topped Boston 1 to 0 in a pitchers duel with three singles and a sacrifice. Young drove in the deciding run on a bases loaded walk. Sheckard mishap and Bridwell RBI provided the visitors’ lone score. Beaumont Bates hit triples. Steinfeldt Slagle Sacrifice by Ritchey Bridwell.
In Pittsburg on June 17, Moren, a Philadelphia resident, pitched seven no hit innings before six hits in the eighth inning produced three runs for Pittsburg. Wolters debuted as a National League pitcher for Pittsburg. Final score shows Philadelphia 7, Pittsburg 3 with Moren and Camnitz both contributing pitchers of record.
Detroit defeats Washington 5 to 4 in ten innings. Pitchers Graham Patten Killian and others noted. Key plays include a double play by Killian Schmidt Rossman and a one handed catch by Schaefer. totals show Detroit with 7 runs on 8 hits and Washington with 4 runs on 9 hits.
Philadelphia beat Cleveland 4 to 1 in a late afternoon game. Joss allowed four runs on eight hits with six walks, while Coombs pitched the final innings keeping Cleveland scoreless. Oldring and Turner led Philadelphia with early scoring and two-base hits, and Stovall sparked a four-run first frame to set the pace.
Boston tops St Louis as hits cluster in the seventh. Young pitched strongly despite an early error that nearly shut out the Cardinals. three-base hit by Unglaub highlighted the frame. Final: Boston 6 St Louis 3.
In Boston on June 17 St Louis led early but fell behind after Tannehill yielded six runs in the fifth and five more in the next two innings. Unglaub homered for Boston as Oberlin struggled in relief and St Louis eventually posted the specified scoring outcomes.
Indianapolis won the opening game of the series over St. Paul 8 to 4. Carr and Frisk led the offense with four hits combined as Smith left after the fourth inning. St. Paul produced four runs but steady defense and timely hits gave Indianapolis the victory in front of a June crowd in Indianapolis.
Minneapolis defeated Louisville 6 to 1 as Wright yielded early runs and Manske shut down Louisville's hits. Oyler collected a two base hit and stole twice, with Stanley also stealing two bases. Graham and Quinlan added key plays and Wright walked four times while Manske issued five free passes. Time 2:00. Umpire Kerin.
The Columbus champions win 2-1 over Milwaukee in 11 innings as Friel singles and Kihm belts a long double to drive in the deciding run. Hulswilt held Columbus to one scratch hit through eight. a triple by Hulswilt and an out tied the game in the ninth. Two out when the winning run scored. Stolen bases by Kihm, Robinson, and McCormick noted.
Toledo and Kansas City split the doubleheader with Kansas City taking the first game on strong hitting and Toledo winning the second with a late rally. Home runs by Huelsman and McBride highlighted the contests, with multiple players recording two-base hits and key defensive plays noted by umpires Egan and Sullivan.
Dayton overwhelms South Bend 19 to 2 at South Bend with strong hitting from Hale Richardson Holycross and Crouch. Scoreline shows Dayton 3 7 4 0 0 0 2 3 6 8 1 19 16 3 to South Bend 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 8 6. Batteries Hale and Richardson for Dayton Holycross Crouch Johnson for South Bend.
Springfield bats proved timely as Grand Rapids committed errors in a loose fielding display. Moran and Bloss worked for Grand Rapids while Corns and Clark paired for Springfield, securing the 6 to 1 victory in Detroit?
Evansville edged Wheeling 7 to 5 after an early outburst by Wheeling. Walter Pollard, Northwestern University star, finished strong for Evansville, with Taylor tiring in the first inning. final line shows Evansville 7 runs on 3 hits and 3 errors, Wheeling 5 runs on 8 hits and 6 errors.
Terre Haute held a 7 to 2 game after Stevenson pitched well until the eighth inning. Two hits, a sacrifice, and a hit batsman produced two runs for Canton. Final score Terre Haute 7 Como 2. Batteries Stevenson and McConnell for Terre Haute. Brittsen and Holmes for Como.
The Independents won two games over the weekend beating Waltons 11 to 7 and Mt Healthy Tribe 16 to 8 with Rankle handling key pitching both days. They seek more first class opponents and are reachable via Emil at West 591 Carew Building. Other local teams invade the upcoming schedule with Avondale, Press Assistants, White Rocks, Blue Ridge and Fairmounts all arranging July 4 and late June games.
The race card lists handicaps and weights for multiple races. Two-year-olds race 5 1 4 furlongs with Smoker atop the field at 126 pounds, and other top weights include Spooner 124 and Gene Russell 122. Additional races cover selling events for three-year-olds and up, maiden fillies two-year-olds, and the Brookdale Handicap with Go Between at 121 pounds. The list includes numerous horses, weights, and assorted entries across seven races.
At Emeryville on opening day Irish Mike won the first race a selling event for 4 furlongs with Warden Yell second and San Oak third Time 0 49 The second race selling went to Hersian with Escamado and Lustig in the placings Time 1 14 1 5 Titus II won the six furlong third race with Pegey O Neil second Yellow stone was third Time 1 13 2 5 Phalanx captured the fourth race selling six furlongs with Rudabek second Revolt third Time 53 35 The fifth race selling had None Lu Lem Reed Kesos m as shown Sixth race purse 2 mite Paiemon led Fatr Fagot and Huerfano with times 1 40 2 5
Marklein's good colt Beau Brummell shows form by running a smart race to win the feature event. The rivals trailed as the favorite asserted early and held on for the prize.
The Latonia track featured three Queen City Handicap eligibles with Beau Brummel favored after Cablegram scratched. Beau Brummel won the seven furlong feature by a length and a half over Electorine, with Ovelando third. Mackerely and Woolstone also performed notable in supporting races. Bernie Cramer nosed by in the sixth as Lee Bright and Attila battled for place money.
Jockey Powers fined 25 for unduly rough riding aboard Sabado in the second race. Tommie Taylor received a three day suspension for post misbehavior. Gerst’s jumpers shift from Latonia to Canadian venues with Montreal and Windsor ships.
Bernie Cramer's win drained the ring as many bettors quit the hole. Lee and Pickens split riding honors with two wins each while Trueman and Austin shared the remaining victories. Beau Brummel failed to add value in the Queen City Stake and True Wing heads to Chicago for today’s travel to the Queen City Handicap amid hopes the filly clears the trip.
New York June 17 Beckon, a two year old filly from F R Hitchcock, won the Astoria Stakes at Gravesend by three lengths over Clara J with Mountain making the sweep. Two favorites won on the card as Grimaldi Ben Ban Sheriff Williams Realm Cabochan, Running Water, Don Enrique Lord Stanhope Tipping Monopolist Scallop and others also raced.
IRONTON June 17 Mrs Shafer mother of the man who shot and killed his wife and son and then killed himself has been arrested. She is charged as an accomplice for working on her son's feelings against his wife allegedly causing the tragedy.
Detroit June 17. At the American Turf Association meeting a rule barred owners trainers jockeys bookmakers and officials from Sunday racing at two independent half mile tracks in New Orleans. John J Ryan reinstated after settling marker debts. Steeplechase jockey S Heydel reinstated on Judge Murphy's recommendation. Attendees included President Winn Secretary McAllister W O Palmer Edward Corrigan and J C Scott.
John J. Ryan, once a leading horse owner and Latonia bettor, faced a pivotal ruling after disputes over disqualified jumpers and unpaid markers. His East fame and five figure bets made him a feared figure among bookies, and a new rule by the American Turf Association could bar him from wagering. He was rumored to attend the track today to resume betting, threatening weak bookmakers at Latonia.
Diplomas are awarded to Cincinnati and Oxford area girls including Helen Alta Bell Eva Dryden Boyden and Mary Elizabeth Coombs as President Guy Potter Benton presides. Clinton Boyd wins the gold medal oratorical contest after evening readings on Emancipation Labor and Andrew Jackson with Governor Harris among speakers planned for Thursday commencement.
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