Wilkes-Barre Beats Scranton and More in Eastern League
Scranton suffers a double setback with a forfeited game and postponed match as Wilkes-Barre pounds the pony squad. Providence runs its win streak to five, while Rochester defeats Syracuse and Toronto edges Buffalo in tight contests.
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Providence
Rochester
Toronto
Syracuse
Buffalo
Wilkes-Barre
Scrantom
Springfield
Cevesey
Tednay
Scranton
Scranton Fails In Exhibition. Wilkes-Barre Holds Lead
Meaney lacked control and Horner was too easy as Wilkes-Barre toppled Scranton 22 to 6 in a rain-soaked exhibition. Luckey struggled with 10 hits and 9 walks while changes in lineup and disputed start time added confusion before about 2,500 fans.
Scranton Alligators Fall to Wilkes-Barre In Slugfest
In a dramatic city league game Wilkes-Barre built a lead after a fluke home run and stretched it with a seven run third inning aided by errors. Scranton rallied with three in the third and four in the seventh but could not catch up as Meaney was pulled after a wild third. The final offense saw Wilkes-Barre tally 12 runs on 8 hits while Scranton managed scattered scoring through nine innings.
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Horner
Johnson
Wilkes-Barre
Plarper
Bo Meanroy
Alfleeters
Scranton
Alligetora
Gatiney
Balla
Witch
Wilkes- Barre
Oey
Cintines
Gl Aiyees
Howe
Manarov Chapman
Scranton NeMeNat
Gaffney
Wilkey- Marre
Maniacer Chayman
Starling
Baok
Howard Luckey
Avoca
Avocians
Thes
Luckey
Dream Parade
Sandy” Griffin
O'Brien
Rochester
Eagan
Ward
Maguire
Latham
Alligators
Finagan
Smith
Williama
Bells
Hutchinson
Diggins
Wente
Scrantons
Balle
Jeaney
Aeeane Ward
Keagan
Rafferty
Muguire
Pere
Williams
Vecerene
NW Joungon
Penue
EL Alb
Lerotte
Fi Veille
Scranton Owape
Barre
Ranton
Miggins
Betts
Homer
Kbarl
McMahon
Uasus —Futham
Lyttle
Lesatte
Hetta
Bates
Wilms
Doys
Rochester Home Team Edges Byracive In Tight Tilt
In a rough game Rochester beat Byracive after a early lapse by the visitors. Umpire Dowseher earned praise for officiating while Reilly and Pyvan were fined for excessive kicking as the batteries Herman Boyd and Delaney provided the onfield action.
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Rochester
Strafeh
Dowseher
Reilly
Pyvan
Allendanes
Syracuse
Herman and
Boyd
Delaney Qual Hyan
Springfield Opens Second Home Series Amid Mixed Play
Springfield opened her second home series today moving from the AtTheTime home to Providence. Providence played an errorless game and hit when men were on loises. Hodson and Dixson, Gruber and Coogan featured in the action and other names appear in scattered fragments.
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Springfield
Mase
Hame
Providence
Loises
Svare
LE Providence
Hngield
Hodson
Dixson
Gruber
Coogan
Buffalos Open Season in Hectic Toronto Clash
The Buffalos played their first game of the season in Toronto and were edged in a thrilling contest. Wadsworth and Dunn connected for hits while the visitors blazed the plate, with Batterseeworth and Smith noted for Dunn and Vasey at the bat as Stearne umpired.
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Toronto
Buffalos
Wadsworth
Dunn
Buffalo
Batterseeworth
Smith
Vasey
Stearne
National League Leaders Triumph In Varied Games
All three league leaders won with surprises galore. Louisville nearly shut out the Bostons before a late ninth inning rally. Pond pitched superbly for Baltimore as Pittsburgh managed only four hits. Cincinnati defeated Philadelphia as the Quakers never threatened. Ehret held the film in check while the Red Sox connected on McGill and Carsey. McGill and Boyle started for St. Louis until seventh inning changes. Donahue lacked support in a hypothetical perfect shutout against Brooklyn.
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Bostons
Pond
Baltimore
Pittsburgs
Clincinnati
Philadelphia
Quakers
Ehret
Reda
McGill
Carsey
Boyle
Carsey and
Clements
Donahue
Kennedy
St. Louis
Brooklyn
Local Wheelmen Debate Bathing Rules and City Ordinance
Scranton wheelmen discuss proper bath routines from Bicycle News and critique Mr Lansing's bicycle ordinance. Riders report fitness issues at Allentown events and list upcoming races from Wilkes-Barre to Binghamton. Local riders Keller White Koons Gregory Coleman Dunn Chick Coleman and others prep for July 4 actions while Chicago Record reporters ride bikes to cover news and Burt Fister Harry Snyder ride 65 miles to Bloomsburg.
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Keller White
Koons
Koone
White
Keller
Willes-Barre
Wilkes-Barre
Binghamton
Gregory
Coleman
Dunn
Pennsylvania
Chick
Cornell and Georgetown Baseball Game Set for 4 PM
The Cornell and Georgetown colleges baseball teams prepare to clash at Athletic Park at four o'clock this afternoon. Tickets and ground rules unchanged, with carriages admitted. Both teams will be quartered at the Hotel Jermyn in preparation for the match.
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Cornell
Georgetown
Athletic Park
Jermyn
Intense Georgetown Cornell Game Sparks City Rivalry
The planned summer matchup between Georgetown and Cornell draws a large crowd as both schools bring strong fan bases. Georgetown fans from New York City will wear blue and gray while Cornell supporters wear crimson and white. Cornell travels from Philadelphia after a game with the University of Pennsylvania yesterday.
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Georgetown
Crimson
Cornell
New York City
Philadelphia
University of Pennsylvania
Excitement at Fleetwood as Spring Trotters Open
New York June 2 Poor starts and crashes marred Fleetwood park opening trotting meeting. Forest B kicked driver Charles Steiner from the sulky and ran away. Intone fell dead near the finish in the first heat of pacing. High Noon and Phyllis Wilkes collided in the second heat but no injuries occurred.
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New York
Fleetwood Park
Forest B
Charles Steiner
Intone
John McGuire
High Noon
Phyllis Wilkes
Page
Kate McCracken
Hanson E
Maud B
State League Notes On Player Moves And Umpire Fallout
The State League scene features Gus Weyhin drawing minor club bids and a potential Buffalo chance, Billy Barnle profiting from a Hartford club, and Mets pitcher Laughlin released to join an Eastern team. Umpire Charles Snyder faces fan pressure, while Paul Radford stars for Bangor in the New Haven cogie. Griffin’s Scranton-Wilkes Barre transfer saga ends with Wilkes-Barre keeping him, likely keeping Griffin from Scranton.
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Buffalo
Billy Barnle
Hartford
Ear cLaughlin
Mets
Ruele
Alps
Tatham
Futliite
Ohestnut
Pitta- Nore Chronicle
Charles Snyder
Washington
Charley
Minneaoll
Paul Radford
Barker
Bangor
Yale Murphy
Paul
Pete
Rochester
Harper
Scranton
Sandy” Grifin
Wilkes-Barre
Chapman
Griffin
Tribune
Simpson and Plain chain race to test at Catford track
London June 2 English bicycle world awaits a big money challenge at Catford track near London next Saturday. Simpson wagers £1000 to £100 that his lever chain beats all rivals and has hired top riders including Linton and Michael to guarantee victory. An Irish Field editor promotes a new friction saving chain claiming a sensational reveal at the event.
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London
Catford
Simpson
Linton
Michael
Australians Back Boxing Brethren and Fearful of Fitzsimmons
The article quotes Owen Sullivan praising Australian boxers and their loyalty while weighing the rivalries among Corbett Fitzsimmons and other fighters. Sullivan argues Fitzsimmons relies on a powerful blow and may ride an opening to finish fights, noting public belief in his luck and bold tactics. He also mentions potential matchups and reflects on national identity in boxing circles.
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Owen Sullivan
Corbett
Fitzsimmons
Australia
Fitz
Jim Hall
Joe Cheyniaks
Peter Maher
Fitzelmimons
Penn Crew Arrives at Highland Depot for Training
The University of Pennsylvania crew arrived at Highland Depot Sunday at five, moved to Pellevue Villa training quarters, and received a hearty welcome. Ellis Ward and brothers Josh and Gil, with Dr. Harrison, coach the squads as they begin river practice and assign shells and positions among the varsity and freshmen crews.
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University of Pennsylvania
Highland Mepot
Philadelphia Times
Pellevue Villa
Ellis Ward
Josh
Gil
Harrison
Ward
Jack
Eregellus
Bow
Dunn
Reugenberger
Hall
DeSilver
Stearns
Donn
Rogers
Sinkler
Lee Coxawaln
Stroke
Howell
Kier
Stephenson
Megurgee
Garnett
Boyle
Coxawaln
McAvoy
Japanese Bicycles Debate in Congress and San Francisco
Discussion rises over possible import of Japanese bicycles priced at 10 to 12 dollars. Representative Newlands cites San Francisco chamber resolution on oriental imports. Japanese consul notes no bicycles are manufactured in Japan yet and warns U S material dependence could limit future imports.
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Newlands
Nevada
Representatives
Chamber of Commerce of
San Fancisco
Congress
Japan
San Francisco
Jr. Barry
Mr. Newlands
A. J. Ferten
Pacife Coast
Irion Pacific Railway
Europe
America
Amateur Ball Notes Highlight Local Baseball Challenges
Scranton area clubs announce a series of games on June dates including the James Hoys House Hall club vs South Scranton Base Hall at James Boys' grounds and the Sunsets vs Moose Populars on Sunday June 7. Also: the Railway Y M C A Scranton team faces the Taylor grounds and other matchups listed with recent results and upcoming practice plans.
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South Scranton
James Boys’ Grounds
Young Sailors
Carbon Street Chalse
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Tribune
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William Gibdin
Railway Young Men's Christian Association
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J. Brooks
Nolan
Reese
Malott
Athletic Park
Scranton-Wilkes-Barre
Green Ridge Senators
Railroad Young Men
Gilders
Bliders
Sailor Boys
Gammon’ Hill
Boston
Phillips
Murphy
Schinner
Sliders
Yale Crew Set for Henley Regatta Trip
Yale university crew management has received notice of acceptance from the Henley Regatta committee. The six now in training plus coxswain plus Robert J. Cook Richard Armstrong and J H Dearbour will sail on the Berlin from New York for a ten day voyage. They plan light exercise, two shells two sets of bars, and a special training table aboard.
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New Haven
Conn
Yale University
Yale
Robert J. Cook
Richard Armstrong
J. H. Dearbour
Murray Hill
New York City
Berlin
American Line
Hastings Wins Belmont Stakes at Morris ParkRace Track
Hastings wins the Belmont Stakes at Morris Park on June 2 in 24% time. Hen enrine places second with Hamilton 11 two lengths behind. The race repeats Withers tactics as Hastings and Handspring sprint head to head. Handspring fades under punishment. Stakes include Belmont cup value and additional prize money.
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Morris Park
Hastings
Hen‘enrine
Hamilton
Old Dunkards Denounce Bicycle and Gold Teeth Fillings
In Covington Ohio the Old Order of Dunkards held a public council session condemning the bicycle as an abomination and rulings against owning or using one. They also declared gold tooth fillings an adornment to be eschewed, amid long discussion and biblical citations.
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Old Order of
Dunkards
Covington
Ohio
Public Council
Georgetown athlete claims world record 220 yards at Intercollegiate game
Wefers of Georgetown College asserts a new world mark in the 220 yard dash with a time of 21 1/2 seconds, crediting training and conditioning. He cites trainers Foley and Murphy as inspiration and details leading from the start to a decisive finish. The Olyphant Browns challenge the Al lint Hose Ball club of Carbondale for a Saturday meet on Olyphant grounds, with Cleary, captain, and W. Gillespie listed as organizers.
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Wefers
Georgetown College
Georgetown University
W. H. Foley
Mike” Murphy
Yale
Olyphant Browns
Allint Hose Ball Club
Carbondale
Ae Cleary
W. Gillespie
Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Offer Permanent Relief
A new remedy claims to cure chronic indigestion and other stomach troubles. Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets digest food even if the stomach malfunctions, rest the stomach, and build strength. Priced at 50 cents per package, with a brochure available from Bruart Co. Marshall, Michigan.
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Stuart
Bruart Co
Marshall, Mich
Pace Tops and Prospects for Fast Racing Season
The pace looks set to be fast this season if sunshine and good track conditions hold. A mile has been paced in 2.12% and 2.20 is frequently beaten by trotters. Newcomers are expected in the elite group, with Beresford the four year old black pacer showing strong form after a Pimlico race.
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Pimlico
Beresford
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