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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1909
Page
14
Sporting comment analyzes how major league clubs draft from the minors, noting the mixed success and profitability of the practice. It surveys pennant races, highlighting Detroit, Philadelphia, Boston in the American League and Chicago, Pittsburgh in the National League, predicting a tight finish and potential shifts before the World Series.
Boston September 2 Judge Dana of the Massachusetts superior court refused to grant an injunction sought by Mrs. Ores Shaw of Lowell. The petition asked to restrain the Lowell Automobile Club from roping Varnum Avene and Pawtucket Boulevard during next week's automobile races, claiming the legislative act sanctioning the races was unconstitutional.
Philadelphia and Cincinnati split a doubleheader in Philadelphia. The visitors won the first game while the horse team claimed the second. The box highlights include runs, hits, and fielding notes with players such as Sparks, Downey, Paskert, Hopkes, Spade, and Ward contributing at bat and infield actions across both games.
In a misty Seven Innings game St Louis defeated New York as St Louis slugged five runs to back Beebe after Raleigh relieved him in the sixth. Marquara and the team’s early runs supported by strong fielding gave St Louis the lead and the win.
Boston wins the first game 4 to 0 and the second 4 to 3 against Pittsburg in a doubleheader. Curtle held the visitors to five runs allowed, while Mattern was hit hard in the third inning of the second game. Brooklyn later beat Chicago 3 to 1 with Rucker on the mound and Eriksen limiting Chicago’s hits.
Local athletics program hosts multiple games at home today across several courts and fields. Teams include several school squads and visiting opponents, with scheduled start times throughout the afternoon and evening. Tickets are available at the gate and through regional outlets.
American League notes recount Washington’s tough road trip and a two game set against Detroit. Catcher Unglaub and infielder Sebastor are mentioned amidst lineup changes with Plank or Krause set to pitch for the Athletics while Doc Reisling is slated for the mound. Connie Mack misses the Philadelphia trip but will join later for today’s game as Harry Davis leads the squad and defends prospects despite a regrouping season.
Detroit defeats Boston 5 in a tight showdown as they battle for top form and pace. The article notes the Tigers' strong home stretch, plans after the Western trip, and manager speculation amid the pennant race in the American League.
In Derby England today the Elvas ton Nursery plate handicap for 2-year-olds was won by Holy Wind with Carry Nation second and Garden Legend third from twenty starters including AugiEt Belmont's Boudaireran. The Peveril of the Peak plate for 17-year-olds and upward over the straight mile was won by Christmas Dalay with P Angon second and Hanover Square third, on a field of twenty-one. Also Hinelitage plate highweight 150 pounds for 5-year-olds saw Roman Knight take the race with Mara thon II among the many starters.
In Lexington on September 3 a rumor swirled that the famed racing stallion would retire from the turf and not return to Castleton stud, though Maj A F Dafogefield, brother in law of scene and manager of Castleton, indicated the horse would remain in England for perhaps a year. The report notes little reason for keeping him abroad and suggests he may compete again in another turf event before long.
New York reports the fifteenth annual national amateur golf championship to be held at Wheaton starting next Monday. One hundred twenty golfers from clubs nationwide are paired for the opening rounds, led by W J MacDonald of the Midlothian Club and Frederick Snare of the Englewood Club. defending champion Jerome Travers faces Paul Funfer as the 19th pairing.
A local organization in Atlanta announces a forthcoming meeting aiming to showcase regional heritage. Leaders include notable members from the Georgia area with emphasis on preserving historical memory and community ties. The event signals renewed civic interest and cross group collaboration.
The German yacht Hevella won the simulating windward leeward race at Ram at Tepe Regatta amid choppy seas and light breeze. Joyette Margarethe and Wolf followed as contenders while Protzen's crews earned praise for split-second decisions and skillful starts. Tomorrow’s final race will decide the Taft and Draper cups as winners earn critical points toward overall honors.
In the women's Western golf championship at Homewood Country Club Chicago, Mrs Glenn Smith of Springfield IA and Miss Inez Clarke of Waukegan MI fell early. Miss Elizabeth Young defeated Mrs Burton to reach semis. Miss Vida Llewellyn beat Miss Clark. Miss Caroline Painter upset Myra Helmer as Mrs George Haskell won to join the semifinals with Painter, Llewellyn, and Young.
Boston wins a high scoring game against Detroit with Moriarty driving in two runs via a homer in the fourth. D Jone and Cobb contribute two hits each as Bush, Cobb and Pate provide key early rallies. Errors and late runs shape a tense matchup, with Boston seizing the lead and holding on.
Sept 2 Chicago defeats St Louis 6 to 3 as Dougherty hits a first inning homer. Parent makes a remarkable one hand catch in the ninth to turn a double play, preserving Chicago's lead. St Louis threatened with bases loaded but could not score after the early runs.
Brentwood wins the league final over Parkview as Gallagher and Hessler pace offense with four hits each. Hayes adds three hits and strong defense at second as Brentwood supporters celebrate a four-hit effort and a decisive sixth inning surge. Parkview pitchers struggle with the early onslaught and Ben Winters holds steady on the mound for Brentwood.
Market and Kannis staged a tense early inning battle as seven first inning hits produced seven runs. The game halted by darkness before the fourth inning could finish, so it does not count in standings. Key players cited include Glasson, McKenney, Spider, Shreve, and Kratt.
Fragmented note describes a rumored plan to restrict rides to Hildreth and cites conflicting sources. The text references The Washington Fan and New Yorke Bapt, mentioning Saratoga and a mysterious incident. No clear outcome or dates are provided.
In the American Association and Eastern League reports, multiple minor league games are listed with abbreviations and scattered team names. Notable results include Providence over Rochester 1 0 in Rochester and Newark beating Montreal 7 4 in Montreal, with follow up scores showing 9 7 in another Newark win.
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