Clean baseball and the Delehanty case in focus
Sporting commentary defends clean play and questions the punishment for Jin Delehanty in Cleveland. It argues against barring a player from home grounds to set a dangerous precedent and discusses the impact on pennant races and the World Series bonus system. Cy Young receives fan and umpire praise for character and mutual respect between players and umpires.
Pullman car fails in Washington Boston record bid
Washington Post report from Aug 13 describes a Pullman car driven by J. R. Thomas and W. B. Walters attempting the 24 hour Washington to Boston auto record. A breakdown near Hartford slowed progress. despite initial gains they may not reach Boston until next morning. The car left Washington at noon Wednesday and later telegraphed hopeful progress from Springfield. The Worcester stop is planned but the outcome remains uncertain.
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Baseball standings and schedules mix from old league notes
American League schedule notes show Chicago at Washington and St Louis at Philadelphia with Cleveland at New York and Detroit at Boston. Standings list Detroit and St Louis near the top with Philadelphia, Chicago, and Washington trailing. yesterday's results include Pittsburgh beating Philadelphia and losses for New York and St Louis among others.
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Bonus to Players Barred From Bonus Prize Money Rule
National Commission approves Rule 47 stopping sales of major league players to minor clubs with repurchase options unless the price is at least 300 dollars. It also enacts Rule 17 prohibiting any bonuses to World Series players and permits cashing of certified checks if violations occur.
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New York Triumphs as McIntyre and Bell Hold Off Brooklyn
Brooklyns were unable to overtake New York at the Polo Grounds as McIntyre and Bell dominated pitching. Donlin and Seymour supplied long blows, while Seaborn, Hummel, and Lemley contributed key hits for the visitors.
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Prominent St Andrews Golfer Upset at Ekwanok Cup
In the President's Cup at Ekwanok Country Club Muhehouter stars as Charles H. Brown of St Andrews defeats Frederick Herreshoff of Gard in the second round. Other results include W. Clack of Philadelphia beating Kerr, F. Wheeler and Len Rox each winning 1 up, and D. W. Hovaton defeating B. C. Ch. Ekwanok 3 up 2 to play. Fredericksburg baseball team departs for Petersburg for a three game series with local fans joining the trip.
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SOX IN DOUBLE HEADER TANEHILL WILL PITCH ONE
The Nationals and White Sox prepare for a double header with Walsh and Sullivan or Johnson and Kahoe listed as probable pitchers. Doc White aims to pitch one game, with Tannehill and Johnson slated for the other. Edmonson from Texas shines in limited games, Cantillon hoping for a strong finish as weather and travel set the scene.
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Pittsburg Edges Chicago 1 0 In Tight Duel
Pittsburg wins a close game 1 to 0 over Chicago. Leifield and Reulbach pitched well with men on base, but Chicago could not push a run across. Pittsburg scored the only run in the first inning on two walks, a sacrifice, and a hit. Storke and Leach contributed key hits for the victors, while Chicago could not capitalize with runners on.
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Pitchers Battle Ends with Boston Shutout by Philadelphia
Philadelphia blanked Boston 2 to 0 in a pitchers duel as Moren and Dorner worked shutout ball. Dorner allowed five hits with Moren yielding seven, while Boston failed to score after stranding runners early. Bransfield and Osborne had the RBIs for Philadelphia, with a player from Boston driving in their lone run on a sacrifice situation.
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Baseball Scores and Attendance Across National League
National League games list attendance figures for New York versus Brooklyn three thousand, Philadelphia against Boston three thousand eight hundred sixty four, Pittsburg versus Chicago four thousand six seventy four, St Louis against Cincinnati two thousand, and Boston American facing Boston All Stars with twenty thousand seven hundred eighty five noted in the record.
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Head-to-foot Outfitters Mark-Down Sale Unveiled
Head-to-foot Outfitters launches a markdown sale on suits and pants for men and women. Shoppers can expect discounts across tailored jackets slim trousers and dress separates with seasonal inventory updates.
Knabe to Branafield in bases loaded game
Player notes list bases on balls by Hoston and Philadelphia with runners Dorner O Maren Cyrors hit by pitch Dorner and Maren struck out by Dorner and Soren umpires Rigier and Rudderham. Game timing indicated at 20 minutes after start.
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Beebe Shuts Down Cincinnati in St Louis Home Victory
St Louis celebrated its home coming with a 7 to 1 win over Cincinnati. Beebe pitched for St Louis, holding Cincinnati to three hits while Volz struggled in the sixth. Key hits included Shaw and Charles driving in runs, with Delehanty and Murray contributing multiple RBIs as St Louis seized command early and cruised to the victory.
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Cy Young Benefit Draws Near Twenty Thousand in Boston
Nearly 20 000 fans from New England attend Denton Tecumseh Cy Young benefit at the American League grounds in Boston. Cups and a traveling bag are presented to Young, with honors from players, umpires, and city leaders. The All Stars defeat Young’s group 3 to 2 in a charity game highlighted by top-name participants and a celebrated turnout.
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Grace Beats Brookland In Six Inning Baseball Clash
Grace defeated Brookland 8 to 2 at Sixth and D streets northeast in a six inning game. Buscher pitched well and Rodler sparked the Grace offense as Simons was relieved in the sixth. Harris homered for Brookland and several Grace players contributed to the win.
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POST POPULARITY CONTEST STANDINGS REVEALED
A historical roster shows standings of contestants in a Post popularity contest with numerous names and figures. Key figures include Milan 71,704 and Johnson 57,258 among top scorers, with many others listed in hundreds and low thousands across amateurs and naval participants.
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Ban Johnson bars Delehanty from Cleveland grounds for year
Washington ball club star Jim Delehanty has been barred from the Cleveland grounds for a year by American League President Ban Johnson. The action follows Delehanty's protest against an umpire's decision and alleged abuse of the umpire after a game in Cleveland. The Nationals must field a substitute at Cleveland and face a weakened lineup on future visits. Delehanty plans to fight the ban in court if needed.
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Howard Goldenberg game in Commercial League falls short
A sept innings clash saw the G. E. Howard Company defeat Goldenberg 4 to 3. Freeman pitched solidly for the win and Robey allowed hits for the Clerks. Notable plays included a running catch by Leesnitzer and key hits by Kelly and Mergdyth for the losers.
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St Stephen's Edges Atlantica In Five Inning Tilt
In a shortened five inning Southern League style game at St Stephen's, Murphy and Handiboek pitched well despite ragged defense as St Stephen's beat Atlantics 5 to 4. The match saw late start, no outs when called, and key hits from Bunshie Kemp Whiteey and Dunn among others.
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Winchester Triumph Over Hagerstown 9 to 1
Winchester overwhelms Hagerstown 9 to 1 as Dalton leads with four hits in four official at bats. Krebs allows fourteen hits and bears two home runs by Cantwell and Cy McDonald. Duffy, Cantwell, and Coggins contribute for Winchester while Kay shines for Hagerstown, with the era ending in a slugfest at Winchester. The feature is Dalton’s hot hitting and Cy McDonald’s two-base bombs.
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