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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1925
Page
6
Giants win 5 to 4 over Reds after a contentious ninth inning call by umpire Pfirman triggers near riot. Sears Snyder belted a homer and Rube Bressler’s interference controversy framed the dramatic finish.
The fourth game with the Giants at home is set for 3 p.m. Eppa Rixey will pitch for the locals. Nehl hoped to be ready after an arm injury but was not cleared. Scott may take the mound instead.
Paid attendance reached 8 638, two fewer than Thursday. The missing pair likely was unable to attend due to a blow it or something.
The report notes Pfirman accused Rube Bressler of running on the grass toward first base on Thursday and he was called out. Doubt remains on interference in the ninth yesterday as McQuillan blocked Bressler near first before Walker’s grounder to Jackson. The shortstop handled it cleanly. Bressler was not near second when Kelly assisted Jackson.
With Southworth on first, Farrell swung at a wild pitch that struck his bat and rolled up, Wingo muffed it, and Don Ohue threw to Pinelli for Southworth at second. Pinelli fired to Niehaus for Farrell at first as he remained on the bag.
The Giant fielders struggled with sun in the early moment as Kelly lost Cruz's pop in the first inning and it went for a...
Snyder hit a first of the year over the left field wall marking a rare power moment. Bohne has cleared left twice, Kelly once, and Duncan once, with a few other possible efforts not recalled.
The piece notes Frank Walker of the Giants as both businessman and ballplayer. It traces his self purchase by Connie Mack for three thousand dollars and his sale to McGraw for ten thousand, using period slang for money.
The game featured a standout moment when Meusel delivered a terrific line drive in the fourth inning. It was a spectacular capture that drew attention amid the crowd reaction to umpire Pfirman's decision.
Mickey Walker the welterweight champion signed to meet Dave Shade of California at Vernon arena on July 21 for the world welterweight championship. The agreement, signed at the State Athletic Commission offices, clears the way for further title efforts and potential future bout with Harry Greb as part of the Polo Grounds hospital fund card.
The Exhibitors and Breeders' Association Inc announced the lineup for the forthcoming fifty eight day inaugural meeting at Coney Island opening July 6. Stewards include C W Hay George Brown Jr and Martin Nathanson with R A Leigh Dr F W Ashe and Charles F Henry as placing judges. Harry Morrissey serves as starter and Martin Nathanson as racing secretary with Charles F Henry as associate. Robert Shelley is clerk of scales while Dr J T Chawk is paddock judge and John M Keegan track superintendent. Assistants to the racing secretary are Thomas A Gray and John Kissane. Track physician is W L Furste MD.
In three games held, Evansville beat Quincy 9 to 8, Terre Haute defeated Peoria 3 to 0, Danville took down Bloomington 8 to 5, and Springfield edged Decatur 8 to 7.
Philadelphia wins the first of a four game set over St Louis 13 to 9 as Gray struggles with a thumb injury. Welch and Cochranes double steals spark a big seventh inning while Bishop leaves with an ankle injury and Austin and Bush are ejected by umpire Dineen.
Weather clear and track fast as Latonia races unfold with betting totals and finish positions. Miss earns place and show payouts noted, $20.30 for first, $8.80 for show, $2.50 for other bets.
Washington trailed 5 3 before three home runs by Goslin turned the game. Goslin’s third homer came in the 12th with Rice on base as Washington defeated Cleveland 7 to 5 in extra innings.
Detroit erased a two out deficit with a three run tenth inning capped by Tavener’s three base hit over Boone’s head scoring two. Bassler followed with a single to bring Tavener home as Detroit beat Boston 6 to 3 in the opener of a three game series. Ehmke balk scored a Detroit run in the fifth.
The Yankees defeated the White Sox 4 to 3 in 11 innings. Combs doubled to drive in Pennock for the deciding run. Ruth and Schalk provided key hits and Cvengros pitched before Pennock earned the win with a strong relief appearance. Umpires Connolly and McGowan called the game near 2:48.
Promoter Gus Tiefenthaler of St Louis announced that wrestling giant Wayne Big Munn will appear July 8 in St Louis. Munn agreed to meet any opponent Tiefenthaler selects.
Johnny Mokan delivered four hits including a home run driving in four runs as Philadelphia beat Chicago 5 to 4. Adams miscue allowed another Philadelphia run, while Brooks homered for Chicago.
The St. Louis Cardinals beat the Boston Braves 3 to 0 to extend their winning streak to seven. Dickerman pitched well as St Louis collected four hits and six bases on balls, aided by timely sacrifices. Hornsby hit a two-base extra, with Toporcer and O’Farrell contributing for Boston in a low-scoring affair.
Chicago June 19 Jack Delaney Bridgeport Conn middleweight who defeated Tiger Flowers and Paul Berlenbach was matched to fight Jose O Hara Fort Dodge Ia in a ten round bout set for Aurora Illinois next Friday night.
National League results include New York 5 Cincinnati 4 and Pittsburgh 9 Brooklyn 6. Philadelphia 5 Chicago 4. St Louis 3 Boston 0. Toledo 8 Minneapolis 3. Kansas City 1 Indianapolis 1. American League matches show Detroit 6 Boston 3. New York 4 Chicago 8. Philadelphia 8. St Louis 9 Washington 7. Cleveland 5. American Association games feature St Paul 18 Columbus 6 and Milwaukee 9 Louisville 6.
The Mariemont Office team led by John Hutzler, a former University of Pennsylvania athlete, meets the Mariemont Engineers on the new diamond at Mariemont this afternoon. The Engineers are sponsored by the Mariemont Athletic Association, a group of city employees and residents promoting amateur athletics after stadium and field construction.
Memphis 2, Atlanta 11. New Orleans 3, Little Rock 0. Wet grounds hinder play at Dinamwaeens with Boerponed conditions.
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