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Newspaper
Pittsburgh Dispatch
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1889
Page
13
A wide survey covers Allegheny County League, prize fighting policy, and the Smith Slavin bout. The piece critiques Erie race issues and previews Teemer Gandaur, plus follows boxing figures Ellingsworth and Kelleher with critical notes on integrity and rules.
Ashland Wis August 24 A price fight to finish for il last night between Henry Eck of Duluth middleweight and Henry Beemer ended in Beemer winning with a blow on the jaw in the fifth round as the Cow war slaughtering onde all the wa.
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Chicago loses 9 to 2 with John Tener pitching for Anson in a season out of season clash. Hanlon drives in three runs while Galvin hurls strong innings for Pittsburgh. crowd of about four thousand roars at Umpire Lynch calls. The Chicago lineup struggles with base running and disputed calls as the visitors pull away late.
The Bostons scored steadily after the fourth inning to win behind Keefe and Clarkson. Boston plated three runs in the ninth, while the Senators managed a few late hits and four runs, with Richardson and Kelly among the standouts and multiple players contributing in the field.
In Indianapolis August 24 the Hoosiers could not hit O'Brien until the ninth inning when they gathered four runs but trailed Cleveland who built a big early lead through costly errors. Final score Cleveland 6 Indiana 4.
In New York on August 4 the Giants defeated the Phillies in both games. Key rallying in the seventh inning produced seven runs after two outs, with Ewing knocked out briefly by a foul tip. Pitching and fielding made the Giants’ offense sting, with home run by Connor and multiple two base hits cited. The day’s box score emphasized New York’s strong finish and rising pennant tension as the standings table noted Boston leading and New York gaining ground on Philadelphia.
In Cincinnati the Brooklyns won amid strong batting and timely hitting. Pinckney hit a homer off Tebeau in left as the game stayed tight through eight innings. Brooklyn's defense shone while Cincinnati struggled to capitalize with runners on base.
Columbus wins in Louisville on August 24 after hard slugging. Ewing’s ineffective pitching leads to multiple hits and Louisville errors. Baldwin’s deliveries and strong support help Columbus build runs. key plays include two base hits from Marr and an error for Louisville.
Kansas City August 4 The Athletics won with a late rally as the Cowboys were bested despite more hits. Four eighth inning runs came after Manning failed to take a base, with Long Alvord Larkin Lyons Seward Stearns and Seward contributing two base hits. Swartzel struck out Bews, Hoover at catcher, Goldsmith umpire.
St. Louis edged Baltimore in a hard fought game as Kilroy struggled early but recovered late. Kilroy struck out twice, Chamberlin earned the win, Kilroy took the loss, and Umpire Holland officiated the match.
In Scranton on August 24 a habeas corpus proceeding addressed a larceny by Erwin Frauenfelter of this city. He was bailed as the investigation continues. In Youngstown the gun club badge shoot saw A badge to W. A. Smith and B badges to W. P. Day.
The East End Athletics cruised past the Bioncas yesterday as stars faded. Key players include Sehover driving in runs, with Wild pitches by Gumbert and Cameron shaping the game. Stolen bases by Athletics standouts Makstan and Brady highlight a one sided matchup.
McKeesport was defeated 15 to 2 by Canton as several players did not report. Liston pitched four hits allowed with three earned runs, while Ryan hit a homer for Canton. McKeesport's defense and lineup instability hampered their effort.
Our Boys Club of the Southside routed the Duquesnes at Recreation Park before about 100 spectators. Two Duquesnes pitchers were knocked out early as Our Boys fielded brilliantly while Deitz pitched well for the winners. Final score shows Our Boys 7 runs on 12 hits to Duquesnes 3 with errors and outs noted for both sides.
The Keystones defeated the Pitburg Grays for the second time at Cycle Park in a tightly contested game. Key moments included Green’s sharp second base play and B Gross’s strong shortstop showing with five hits in six chances. Pitburg Grays struggled with fielding errors and pitching, while Keystones pitchers Countee and Thompson worked through the Grays’ lineup.
The Homesteads dominated the County League game against New Oaklands. Poor catching behind the plate hurt Oaklands as three different players tried behind the bat and failed. The Homesteads scored heavily and controlled the contest from start to finish.
Toronto beat the Beaver Grays 12 to 10 in seven innings to complete a second win this season. Torontos have played 16 games, with 12 wins. Waeslighn starred defensively, while Young held the Grays to five hits. Errors credited to Beaver Grays. Toronto collected multiple base hits.
In Bridgeville on August 24 the C. P. Mayors beat Bankyilla Stars 8 to 0. Mayera and Beakevilles starred with base hits and errorless defense by Mayors. Attendance and other details noted. umpire Davis listed.
Freeport beat the Pittsburg Times nine today in a well played game at Freeport. The highlight was Hunter's first base play and key moments culminating with the winning run scored as the late innings unfolded. Umpire Hawk presided.
In Jaxcrion August 24 the Allegheny team played here in the Tri-Slave League. The report mentions 3 and 4 figures and Betts involved in the game, with unclear line on outcome.
In Newport Rhode Island on August 2 Shaw defeated C A Chase Western champion in a surprising tennis match. Shaw won the first set 6 4 and took the second 6 4 before Chase claimed the third 6 4. Shaw prevailed 3 sets to 1 with strong serving and accurate placing.
George Bush of California and Henry M. Watson of Billerica Massachusetts clashed near the New Hampshire line in a five round bout for a purse of unknown value. Bush weighed 175 pounds Watson 171. Early rounds featured boxing with disputes over rules. Watson pressed in the third but was knocked down repeatedly. In the fifth round Bush delivered decisive blows and knocked Watson out.
London reports a proposed Jem Smith versus Frank Slavin bout not yet ratified. Smith pushes for an old style match, while Slavin seeks a one round bout citing dislike of a Sul livan like distance. A separate note mentions the yacht Irex sold to a Russian prince and still seen in English waters.
In New York, Ed Nikirk and E C McClelland, famed pedestrians, agreed to a one mile race for 300 a side scheduled for December 7. If the track floods, Ben Imber and a partner will stand in. Nikirk will race independently amid noted rivalry and active training onset.
Telegram from Beaver Falls reports a working boat race at the Beaver dam between Dan Gould of McKeesport and Charles Schell of Beaver Falls. Gould won easily over two miles with a turn, though no official time was recorded. Schell suffered a bolt on his writ and Seecaee, with his sown exeely. A large amount of money changed at event.
Large crowd attended the Valley Grove event as Dunkerly and Fred Wise each secured two wins in a tough wrestling card. Officials reported close bouts and strong performance across weight classes.
At Westchester on August 24 El Rio Rey won the Eclipse stakes a $250 added handicap race with $10,000 added and £25,025 to the winner. Eberlee was second Banquet third Livonia led the field in a clear win by El Rio Rey before a crowd of about twenty five thousand. Slavin refused to fight Smith under old rules and plans a 12 round bout instead.
Western Pennsylvania hosts a major sprint handicap at Exposition Park on Monday September 2 with a world open quarter mile event. The program includes two horse races for ponies and trotters and a Park Theatre plane show promising full day of entertainment.
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