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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1913
Page
9
The Browns again halted a record performance as Boehling struggled but Mitchell shut down the Nationals. Boehling fanned nine, while Mitchell’s pace and control stifled runs, with Stovall’s Browns overcoming a slow start. Errors plagued the Nationals as Grifth's plan aimed to reset the clock.
Murphy of the Chicago Nationals calls for immediate national commission inquiry into charges that Cubs players or insiders tipped off gamblers about the lineup. He says he cannot understand how any insider could be in league with gamblers and requests a full investigation. Herrmann denies receipt of Murphy's letter and questions the likelihood of tip offs beyond pitcher and catcher choices.
Marty OToole, pitcher for the Pittsburgh National League team, recently operated on for appendicitis, plans to wear a uniform and begin a gradual exercise program by Friday as he nears full recovery.
New York manager Chance announced the purchase of Outfielder Cook from the Austin Texna League and Pitcher Cooney from the Butte Mont club of the Union Association. Cooney will join immediately, while Cook reports in the fall.
The United States wins the Dwight F. Davis Trophy at Wimbledon after Maurice McLoughlin defeats Charles P. Dixon 4 6 3 6 2 to secure the cup for the Americans. Parke of Ireland defeats McLoughlin in a prior singles, leaving the final unofficial score 3-1 with further match results deciding the outcome.
Boehling took the loss in a 4-1 defeat to the Browns as Shollen, Pratt, Williams and the Stovalls produced the decisive early scoring. Mitchell dominated after the first inning, allowing six hits but holding the Nationals scoreless until McBride's fifth inning tally. Bochling battled through tight spots, but sustained errors and hit batsmen aided Cleveland’s cushion while Mitchell’s control and pace sealed the win.
Cincinnati takes the fourth game of the series from Brooklyn 7 to 5 on July 28 in oppor tune batting. Packard pitched well for Cincinnati, while Brooklyn used three pitchers with Stack the only effective one. Moeller and Foster supplied key hits for Cincinnati, but misplays and timely hits by Cleveland left the Browns with limited chances.
Mathewson pitches unbeatable ball as New York edges St Louis 1 to 0. Harmon sinks after a seventh inning triple barrage by Snodgrass Burns and Shafer gives visitors two runs. Doak keeps champions hitless late, while Fletcher and Shafer make sharp defensive stops.
Philadelphia defeated Pittsburgh 6 to 2 as Beaton pitched well for the Phillies. Off Campus early in the game, four Philadelphia runs came in the first and third innings. Camnitz pitched for Pittsburgh, with Adams and Cooper bearing the mound duties for the Phillies. Notable hits included Knabe Lobert Becker Carey Wagner Cra vath and a home run by Carey. Time of game 1 hour 37 minutes.
George Brickley, 19, brother of Harvard star Charles Brickley, reported to Connie Mack in Philadelphia today. His strong play for Everett High School spurs expectations he may join the Athletics in the outfield, as Rube Oldring could miss several games due to illness after seeking medical care for stomach issues from a physician.
In a comical baseball exhibition at Chicago, Boston tops Chicago 4 to 3. Errors behind pitcher Tyler helped Chicago manufacture runs while Boston tallying hits against Noyes and Humphries. Notable players included Coninolly, Myers, Leach, Phelan, Schulte, Mitchell, Bridwell, Bresnahan, and Humphries in a 1 hour 50 minute game.
American Association results include Louisville over Indianapolis 31 to 6 and Minneapolis over St Paul 6 2, Columbus 7 Toledo 2 and Milwaukee 3 Kansas City 1. International League scores show Baltimore at Montreal rain, Buffalo 5 Providence 2, Jersey City 7 Rochester 3, Toronto 7 Newark 1. Southern League games Birmingham 4 New Orleans 1 and Birmingham New Orleans 1, Mobile and Atlanta 5 Memphis 3, Nashville 2. Appalachian League Rome 4 Knoxville 2, Morristown 1. South Atlantic Albany 37 Columbus 7, Charleston 2 Macon Savannah at rain. Virginia Petersbur Newport News 0 Portmouth 4 Honsoke 3, Richmond 3 Norfolk 2 ionings. Carolina Greensboro 5 Durham 1, Asheville 8 Raleigh 4 10 innings. Winston Salem 6 Charlotte 4 first game, Winston Salem 4 Charlotte 2 second game. Tristate Harrisburg 6 Whitington 2 Allentown 7 Atlantic City 4 York 6 Trenton 5.
In a poorly played game Cambridge beat the Washington All Stars 11 to 3. Errors abounded on both sides as Cambridge surged ahead in early innings. Walters pitched for Washington and was hit hard, with Colly replacing him in the fourth.
An unwritten rule upheld by President Chivington of the American Association declares headfirst slides into first base are out to avoid masking plays. He defended the practice after an informal protest by St Paul manager Friel over a Dixie Walker call.
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