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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1908
Page
30
Sporting comment from yesterday notes arm strength favors pitchers who avoid fatigue and use cooling showers rather than hot compresses. The piece lauds a veteran who pitches through injuries without bandages, praising his method and criticizing overused remedies while listing yesterday’s scores and standings for the American League brief.
National League scores note New York 6 Chicago 3 and Pittsburgh 3 Brooklyn 0 with games listed for today including New York at Chicago and Philadelphia at Pittsburgh. The Tri-State League section contains garbled analysis of infield signaling and pitching misplays, plus scattered mentions of teams like Williamsport and Harrisburg.
Rumors say Sept fights at the Gals and Nelson bout may happen with Moran Attell and Gans all discussed. Money pools and fair prices expected to govern stakes as Lex Rickard and Jack Inane weigh in awaiting Burns word on location and date.
The article details Jesse Tannehill's arm care theory from an osteopath who prescribes cold water treatment for pitchers. Lajoie speaks on Naps standings, with forecasts of upcoming doubleheaders and lineup plans. Barreling through weather and sport notes, the piece blends medical advice with baseball discussion and local public sentiment.
A Sporting Editor letter argues that Washington’s baseball support comes mainly from local residents, not government workers, praising Cantillon’s management and predicting a strong 1909 season with pitchers like Bob Tumpfel. The author urges patience for a contending club and notes Tumpfel’s potential move to the Nationals.
Mike Donlin delivers a dramatic run to secure a late break in a brisk race. Donlin surged past rivals in the final furlong to clinch victory for his team at the home track with cheers rising from the stands.
A chaotic Chicago Brooklyn tilt ends 4 4 as Brown relieves Overall and earns a tie amid crowded stands where a cheering wife sparks a dramatic rally. The game features a late Brooklyn surge, misplays, and several standout moments including a dramatic ninth inning tied by Pittsburg and New York narrative surrounding Donn and Bresnahan as pennant hopes loom.
A Post sports reader lauds Silent Bill Shipke, third baseman for the Mahogals, praising his quiet, reliable fielding, smart bunts, and baserunning. The letter urges votes for Shipke in the popularity contest, noting he is a young player with potential to become a game’s greatest star.
Boston catcher Bill Carrigan suffers appendicitis and serious illness ends his season. Dr Theodore Erb reports Carrigan operated at Fenway Hospital and no chance of return this year. Also notes Ward White and Everett Drennan win West Virginia doubles title with singles to decide final. Orth, New York pitcher, takes control of Lynchburg team as player manager and will pitch tomorrow.
A National League entry shows Pittsburg facing New York with attendance figures listed as 4,495 at Chicanova in Grovklyn and 6,200 elsewhere. The fragmentary item mentions teams and crowd counts without clear context or result.
Odd lots offer deep discounts on Parker-Bridget ready-to-wear with prices from 9.75 to 18.25 for suits and coats, plus pants and thin coats. Head-to-foot Outfitters at Pa. Ave. and 9th St. advertise rapid clearance to move inventory.
Special to The Washington Post Danville 4s fell to Lynchburg in a muddy game at Banville Virginia on August 26 Vernon good pitching by Vermelle for Danville and Fisher’s unassisted double play highlight Daylong rain delayed three straight games between Roanoke Norfolk and Richmond Portsmouth causing postponements for the series with doubleheaders planned.
Amateurs and professionals listed with multiple scores indicate top performers. Names across disciplines include Milan, Johnson, Gantey, Delehanty, Hughes, McBride, Burns, Street, Freeman, Warner, Kelley, Clymer, Pickering, Sates, Kattoe, Bielaski, Kielnschonidt, Taylor, Ganvaller, Mess, Benson, Gantwell, Gallagher, Litenfield, Sterne, Wahier, Riddie, Mullin, Mareceron, Kern, Finnegan, Handibee, Donaldson, McClure, Turners, Stennar, Bryan, Riston, Devine, Newman, Fenton, King, Kutchisaon, Zirkle, Clark, MacDonald, Townsend, Wooden, Mayock, Genner, Fentress, Simon, Sanders, Gobic, Panehy, Conner, Bocock, Davie.
The Amateur Baseball Commission of the District of Columbia convened at National Guard Armory with Capt C E Edwards presiding. John Hadley Doyle declined the presidency. FW Belgiano was elected on the first ballot. Rules for post season play and league representation were outlined, naming Capital City Marquette Sunday School Departmental and other leagues as contenders for the District championship.
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