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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1896
Page
6
Scranton eyes two Eastern League matchups today hoping to steal a win with Hutchinson and Rafferty added to the lineup. Buffalo beats Toronto while Wilkes-Barre drops to a loss as Providence greys stay undefeated against Wilkes Barre and Toronto slips further.
Grounds were wet and the weather was raw as Scranton prepared for two games after today’s postponement. Shortstop Hutchinson arrived from Louisville to take Flack’s shortstop spot, with Flack moving to center and Hradley benched. Pitching hoped from Brown and Herr if Hert’s arm heals, Rafferty to catch, as McDermott’s men seek a win tomorrow and guard against a possible player defection amid threats of arrest for a past winter issue.
Springfield defeats Wilkes-Barre 8 to 4 in a pitchers duel with Leahy and Coogan keying the offense. Earle turns in an unassisted double play as Springfield holds off Wilkes-Barre with timely hits and base running.
Rochester defeats Toronto 8 to 6 in a rough game highlighted by Moran returning home to pitch for Toronto. McPartlin and Moran combined on the mound with key RBI hits, while Rochester built early and held on through late innings.
New York defeated Louisville while Cincinnati shut out Boston. Pittsburgh lost again to Hallamore, Olgled moved up to a tie for sixth with Washington as the Capitals dropped to fifth after Cleveland beat them. Chicago beat Brooklyn to reach third, Boston stayed in a lower tier.
Philadelphia and Shamokin games feature Carbondale Hazleton and Lancaster York batteries with multiple pitchers. In college action Pennsylvanias edge over Cornell 107 to 103, Yale defeats Lafayette 9 to 1, Princeton beats Manhattan 9 to 4, and Brown tops Wesleyan 16 to 14 with Driesbach noted for Yale runs.
Reports from Louisville indicate Manager Irwin considers trading Bill Clark of the Mets for young college pitcher McCreery, an untried asset. The column notes Clark could be lost without a clear return and praises Mark’s batting in Atlantic League play. Thomas Mulderig signs with Hornellsville, to pitch often, in good form and condition for the season.
Ben Brush won the Derby by a short head with Ben Hder runner up Semper Ego third and First Mate fourth. Time 2.07. Ben Brush was the favorite.
Syracuse figures clash as Kunigsch refuses to recognize Viekting newspaper men. Syracuse Press club plans a fund to buy admissions. Tom Power collected gate tickets and hints at a Scranton appearance. Scranton papers claim their team equals Scranton in the Eastern metropolis. National League eyes Keenan Meaney and McFarland as Wilkes-Barre rosters attract attention.
The Wilkes-Barre Times notes manager Buckenburger of Toronto signed two hitters from Louisville, Wright and Loyle, to challenge Sanford for center and catcher roles. Scranton eyes Bonner via Brooklyn as Wilkes-Barre claims Bonner per league rules, while Springfield and Baltimore commentary frame the shifting alliances and prospects amid bids, trades, and rival team nicknames. The piece also mentions Zearfoos, McGraw, and other players drawing attention from fans and papers across leagues.
The Senators of Green Ridge and the Railroad Young Men's Christian Association Base Hall meet today at 3 on the former club grounds. The Magnet Juniors face St Cr Olita on Saturday at 2. Rosebuds top Mifflin Avenue Stars 17 to 2 with Rathmore Campbell and Blackwood Richard performing. The Leader employees issue a May 30 challenge to a dry goods store team. Clark Bros. clerks preferred. Washburn Street Bars decline Sailor Boys due to existing Saturday games. South Side Active Club challenges Sliders of Providence for May 10 at 3 on South Side grounds. Kennedy manager. Active Club defeated Orchard Street Stars 3-1 and Stone Avenue Ruthers 7-1 on Manhattan grounds May 3.
The piece argues James F. Caldwell’s reputation as the premier starter waned after poor performances in San Francisco and Memphis, crediting Polo Jim the famed Eastern starter with Caldwell’s past success and suggesting misfortune rather than merit explains Caldwell’s decline. It recalls Polo Jim’s legendary aid and a vivid tale of Sport the unruly horse, while noting other sports notes from Pottsville baseball and boxing circles.
Providence report from May highlights Scranton players Ole Hoss Chiles and Pete Eagan enjoying lavish hotel meals on a trip. Coughlin of Scranton shines with Pawtucket while Lucky shows potential at Wilkes-Barre, and Umpire Kelly noted for inconsistent calls in Providence.
The president signed a measure extending civil service protections to 30,000 government employees. The move expands classified positions from 65,746 to 85,105 and narrows appointments to officials whose confirmation by the Senate is required, while excluding laborers where possible.
Samuel Carpenter of Baston was indicted by a Belvidere New Jersey grand jury for the murder of Mrs. Ray Blackwell shot at her Phillipsburg home on April 25 1886. Carpenter her former lover was arrested and released after no hearing. A third grand jury returned the indictment amid new evidence.
HYPNOTISTS John Anderson and Charles Olson of Rockford Illinois return from Chicago after walking 100 miles in twenty nine hours by imagining they were riding and hypnotizing each other before starting. Also claim inflammatory rheumatism cured by Mystic Cure for Rheumatism through product sold by Carl Loreng at 418 Lackawanna Scranton.
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