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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1908
Page
30
Hickman's heavy hitting defeats local team in a pitchers battle as the Naps win in the eleventh inning in Cleveland.
In a 11 inning duel Cleveland with Smith and Berger top form, Washington breaks late but falling short. Key moments include a tying double by Jed and a tense eleventh inning defend as Hickman and Nig glow in center field amid defensive shifts. Both teams push scoring chances, but final score ends with a split outcome and lingering tension.
The report details a Chicago game where White pitched well against New York and other players moving up in the Ames standings. It notes Dougherty White Nile and Anderson among key hitters, with various runs, hits, and fielding plays. Also mentions cross game scheduling between Yale and Princeton later in the day.
The ad highlights summer suits priced at 18 20 and 25 dollars. It praises the unity of proportions and graceful lines, noting superb tailoring and best fit. Fabrics range from dignified blue serge to fancy worsteds and casimeres, offering distinct styles and character.
Arthur Irwin of the defunct Washington team and the Union league eyes a Sunday milker league game at Elizabeth grounds for the rest of the season. Reports note Cantillon’s team struggles on a tough road trip while other majors discuss changes in pitching and lineup adjustments shaping early June standings.
The Browns crushed the Red Sox 9 to 4 as St Louis hitters surged in the second inning led by St Lorik with four hits and McConnell’s error aiding five runs. Stone, Hartzell, and others contributed for a decisive win after five straight losses to Brooklyn.
In a tense game, Wagner powered Pittsburg's offense with a strong leftside performance. Leach held key ground for the defense as Leoser and M Cnem contributed RBI drives. Fans celebrated a hard-fought win with timely hits and strong pitching to seal the victory.
Special to the Washington Post reports in Toledo that Indian catcher Jack Meyers impressed Connie Mack during a Toledo vs St Paul game. Mack offered Tim Plock a deal for Meyers but preferred a purchase over trading, while Grover Land did not play that day as he restarts his duties with the team.
A compact card lists baseball matchups including St Louis against Boston, Chicago versus New York, Cleveland against Washington, plus a National League note Boston facing Pittsburgh. Scores or outcomes are not provided.
June 14 morning rough water limited Yale harvard crew practice with minor reshuffles. Morgan jr replaced by Fleece in second squad four as scapula injury to Morgan prompts possible four crew reshuffle unless he returns shortly. June 15 winds near gale in Gales Ferry hampering Yale rowing and full squad sent out for a run.
Commentary notes the Washington Nationals have not secured a decisive timely base hit in many games, despite frequent scoring opportunities. The piece contrasts their poorer luck with the Chicago White Sox, cites losing streaks, harmony with manager Canton Canti den, and mentions performances by pitchers and hitters, including Anderson and Delehanty. It also compares standings with the Sox and other eastern clubs as they struggle in the Western swing.
A consolidated rundown of minor league baseball results with postponements across the Virginia, American Association, Tri State, Eastern, Southern, and South Atlantic leagues. Notable scores include Minneapolis 9 over Indianapolis 3 in 11 innings and Louisville 6 over Columbus 1. Postponements cited due to rain affect Norfolk Roanoke Portmouth Danville Altoona and others. The report also mentions a feature on Campbell and Payne with a partial address for Feams.
The piece describes a tense pennant race with unpredictable results and superstition among players. It notes well pitched games may not yield expected hits and cites the Nationals as a focal point in the losing stretch. In a ninth inning drama with two on, Altizer and Street were retired on line drives.
Washingtonian Kid Silvan retired in the sixth round with a hurt left shoulder as Soider Burns earned the decision in their third meeting. Burns dominated with hard rights and body blows while Sullivan fought to survive to the end, his corner and Baum noting the shoulder injury.
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