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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1909
Page
7
Fragmented remarks recount Cantillon guiding a young pitcher to Weiser Idaho, amid fan interest and managerial chatter. The piece surveys BlankenShip, Johnson, and Teagues among managers, noting how intelligent thinking and batting strength shape a team’s prospects.
New York defeats Chicago 6 to 5 after a fourth inning rally and a ninth inning push. McMowrey and Ochman lead with key hits while pitching and defense shine late, Chicago misplays in ninth fuel Yankee comeback as Warhop relief holds. Recalled Wichita recruit adds spark in late innings.
Special to The Washington Fowl from New York Aug 2. Frank J Farrell of the New York Americans and Ben Johnson of the American League protest a decision by Silk O Loughlin they claim biased against the New York club. Farrell vows to pursue a protest over O Loughlin’s calls during Cleveland’s visit and alleges unfair rulings in Chicago and at the Polo Grounds. Clark Griffith also protests Rigler’s umpiring at the Polo Grounds citing disputed outs and strikes.
The Vaughan dispute between two major leagues remains unresolved. The New York Age notes intrigue over compensation and ownership, while the New York American League claims a separate incident and documentary proof. Proceedings involve Dan John and possible affidavits, with potential federal or commission action looming.
New York August 2 The National League board sustained President Heydler's ruling on the May 1 game in which the Pittsburg team won after a wild throw to home caused a Brooklyn appeal over ground rules The game stands as a Pittsburg victory Kid Farmer wins by decision in New Orleans Bedell is defeated in a boxing bout Lafayette A C defeats Belmont Pigera in a double header with scores 10 to 6 and 9 to 2. both games feature fastball and strong hitting.
At St Louis on Aug 2 bold fielding miscues and erratic pitching by Graham Felty and Powell let Boston roll to a 9 to 0 victory. Speakers, Olford, Schw, Ferris and Griger contributed, while Powell faced trouble in relief. Warren and Lard sparked the offense with multiple hits as Boston dominated the contest.
Detroit defeats Washington 3 to 1 as Ty Cobb drives in two runs and Johnson misplays Cobb in the seventh. Mullin, Browne and Schaefer star in defense while Washington rallies stall with costly errors and missed scoring chances.
Washington Chicago and St Louis appear in a brief American League item with a score line or game result noted as 3 in the fragment. The readable portion lists teams and a single score symbol without additional context or dates.
A feature bout with two heavyweights is planned for September 19 in New York. The clash between Ketabel and Langford, under catchweight rules, could end by knockout as both seek glory, while no title is at stake. The card includes reviews of recent games and boxing crossovers, with observers debating the outcome and risks for the black challenger.
A recap of minor league baseball actions with Schaefer and Cobb on base paths and key outs. Detroit and Washington exhibition details, plus notes on future roster moves. Boxing news highlights Wolgast victory reception, Michigan’s boxing reputation, and local champions emerging.
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Ten Eyck will coach the Annapolis crew as Washington hosts the Head of the Potomac regatta on September 18. He faces old rival P A Dempsey of Potomac, with both trainers optimistic about forming senior, intermediate, and junior eight crews. The match promises spirited racing as Analostans and Potomac clubs ramp up training and rivalry.
Prominent owners and trainers prepare at Pimlico for the Maryland Hunt meeting with horses from Saratoga and Chelsea Stable. Expected consignments from Canada, near end of current meeting, and the Pink Cost Team steeplechase closes midweek. The new steeplechase course opens with praise for safer post and rail and jumps, attracting many observers.
In the Eccentric Firemen Association meet at Celtic Park Long Island, Melvin W Sheppard of the Tish American Athletic Club failed in the 6 yard scratch race after injuring his right foot. Lung the Italian middle distance runner won easily, with other results including Ahearn's 49 feet 114-4 inches in hop step and jump and John J Flanagan taking hammer and weight titles in handicap-free events.
Special to Tun Washington reports Cincinnati has corralled forty two minor leaguers for the Reds this season as scouts press the draft. Lynch at Newcastle, Kayes of Quincy Ill, and three other mystery pitchers are among new additions. Rumors swirl that world champion Barry may join, with Langford or Brock topics also in manager Griffins talks. Freddie Welch aims to fight Nelson for the lightweight title in America.
Fragmentary notes list horses and riders such as Saratoga entries Queen Marguerite and Quantics with uncertain spellings. Other names include Comedienne Pomiotsre and Harpint Youtpadar, along with Glen Heten and John Johnson. No clear results or events.
Chicago won the all star athletic meet defeating Olympic Club by four points as Ralph J Rose set a shot put record and Joseph Horner set a javelin mark though not legal due to equipment. Rose and Horner led individual scoring with 14 points each, while the one mile relay saw Chicago narrowly edged by New York. Cardinals Trade Charles for Mowrey in St Louis to Cincinnati deal. players to report to new clubs tomorrow.
A compact sports note records a sequence in the American League with Louie at 61 accomplishing a feat at Potratt, and another event occurring in Chicago.
Hare plans hard training next week for upcoming regatta with entries across war canoe events. Ray Garrett leads High Island clubs representatives while Jacy and Tyrones expected to compete. Potomac Clay evening moonlight outing promises dancing and a band with a river deck scene and round trip tickets as prizes.
Special to The Washington Poet reports the Futurity stakes for two year olds at the Coney Island Jockey Club to be run next Monday at Sheepshead Bay with a winner’s purse of 2800 if ten start, plus an 1000 for the Great Filly of the year. A long list of names appears as eligible runners from various stables and owners, including Shorthose Our Jensia, German Silver, Captain Mornin, and many others, reflecting a robust field for the season’s feature event.
The Pittsburg Collegians, strong amateur team from Pennaylya, arrive in this city last night en route to Winchester for a three game series. Dutch Murphy of Georgetown, a hard hitting center, will oppose former teammate Duffey. Murphy hopes to rob Cy McDonald of home runs during the series but illness keeps him out of the one-up. He predicts a strong Georgetown team next year and mentions two ace players joining this fall. After Winchester, Pittsburg goes to Hagerstown for three contests with that club.
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