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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1910
Page
15
From London New York Palm Beach and Atlantic City expert tailors glean style shifts. Stein Bloch models and remodeled garments embody these changes, crafted by art tailors for a world market. Clothes fit and hold shape due to meticulous construction and attractive prices.
The piece surveys promoter and referee influence in early boxing, names Hayle tt Queensbery, Tommy Burns and Jack Johnson, and mentions Langford and Jeffries. It discusses umpire quality, controversial calls, and the idea of fair play amid charged bouts and public scrutiny in Sydney and Boston. It notes Langford’s championship prospects and general commentary on officiating and fighter reputations.
Detroit ends Philadelphia’s winning run with a 14 to 2 victory on May 1. Krause permitted the early blows as Dygert’s curves found the plate, while Detroit capitalized with strong hitting and solid defense.
New York defeats Cleveland 4 to 3 in ten innings on May 19 with Hemphill Welter Chase and Laporte delivering the deciding hits. It marks Cleveland's first extra inning loss of the season and includes mixed box score details and substitutions from the extended game report.
Washington Nationals beat the St Louis Browns 8 to 0 behind a Johnson pitching gem. Key plays featured a seventh inning double play started by Bilstein to end a Browns threat, and a late offensive surge with Gessler Unglaub and Schaefer contributing to the scoring. Johnson’s rapid strikes and smart defense kept the Browns quiet, while McAleer’s Nationals extended their lead with timely hits and sacrifices. Other games note Detroit and Cleveland matchups, and the day’s standings reflect Washington’s strong form in the league.
In a noisy grandstand, Elberfeld and fans disputed umpire Bill Dineen's calls as Graham pitched and players argued over fouls. The chatter centered on performance during yesterday’s game and the umpire’s consistency.
Boston won a slow game from Chicago as the locals gathered four hits in the second inning, aided by an error, to score all their runs. standout players included Gicotte and Ospeaker while multiple batters contributed in scattered fashion as Boston edged Chicago.
Louis wins third game against Philadelphia as Lush holds the visitors to no runs. Pitching, fielding, and timely hits support a 9 to 0 victory in a tense late May clash.
In Cincinnati on May 19 the Reds fell to the New York Giants 8 to 7 as Marquard and Crandall shone in the early frames. The game featured late drama with several substitutions and a flurry of hits and sacrifices, clinching the Giants’ victory in a tense finish.
Chicago defeated Brooklyn 4 to 2 as the Cubs overcame an early Brooklyn lead. Key players included Homan and McMillan with runs and RBIs, and Bell contributing in the late innings. The game lasted about an hour and a third with Sac flys and stolen bases noted.
Boston defeats Pittsburg 6 to 3 after a ninth inning rally as Curtis pitches well for Boston and receives solid support. Pittsburg manages only four hits, two by Flynn, while Boston noisily rallies with five runs in the final frame.
A cryptic note from Montana hints at training intensity as athletes prepare for a key test on Independence Day. The piece mentions store strength and willingness to compete, referencing Jim Corbett in a speculative matchup. The tone is uncertain and sportslike without clear outcomes.
Sporting editor reports Bergers remarks from Ben Lomond California May 12 praising Offries condition ahead of training. He dismisses rumors and notes Jatts stamina strength and improving speed and dash as essential for future work. Hotel Rewardeman Ben Lomond Cal May 12 910 dollars.
Jim Jeffries reports strong physical power after weeks of strenuous work at Rowarden. He shed 50 to 60 pounds and plans a shortened pace this week, reserving full practice for when Jim Corbett arrives to sharpen timing and ring craft.
San Francisco May 19 Jack Johnson demonstrated his wind is excellent today by running a foot 18 miles along Sleet bau Jeward without distress. He tackled several long steep hills at speed, then paused at the Seal Rock Hotel where he stated his wind is all right and planned an easier rest of the day. He then rode in his automobile toward the hills after a rubdown.
Washington fighter Kid Sullivan and Setcher Burns met in Baltimore on May 18 at the Hureka Athletic Club and fought fifteen rounds to a draw. The seesaw bout swung with momentum, Sullivan surprising with cleverness but lacking power, while Burns stayed ready to mix matters and endure. The referee deemed the match a draw with neither man visibly hurt.
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