Pittinger Stifles Brooklyn in Philadelphia Shutout
Pittinger held Brooklyn to two hits and Philadelphia won 8 to 4 as five innings produced the decisive blows. Dobbs was ejected for kicking after being caught napping at first base. Attendance 1,703 with Brooklyn misfiring on the field and Philadelphia capitalizing on errors and key hits.
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Mr. Bausenius
Winchester Shuts Out York Again
Special to The Washington Post. Winchester, Va., Sept. 8 The Lafayette Athletic Club of York, Pa., was shut out for the second straight game at Reservoir Park as Winchester won. Johnson pitched superbly, allowing only one hit and fanning nine. final score Winchester 4 Lafayette 0.
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Lost Out in Ninth as Misplays Decisive
In a tight pitching duel, Hoth Adams and Griffith delivered top work for New York and Washington. The Nationals’ defense faltered in the ninth, allowing two runs that broke an otherwise clean game, giving New York a 2 0 win.
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Highlanders Rally and Nationals Frustrated in Close Exhibition
The Highlanders defeat the Nationals amid errant throws and baserunning miscues as Chase and Griffith anchor the offense. Key moments include Keeler's foul line drive, Adams faltering on the mound, and a bench altercation between Chesbro and Keeler that ends with Fultz mediating. Attendance reported at 2,500.
Tense Ninth Inning Ends Ball Game With Injury
Nationals guard Keeler and Elberfeld watched bases as Agams kept the plate. Yeager’s bunt, Stub’s catch, and Timmy Williams’ tough at bat threaten to turn the tide before Stahl’s team falters. Conroy hits a two-bagger, injuring his ankle and forcing his exit as Fuitz comes to the scene.
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Nationals Highlanders double header at American League Park
Washington fans see a 2 PM double bill as the Washington Nationals meet the Highlanders in a postponed game followed by the regular contest. Chase returns for the Highlanders, Wolfe and Case Patten likely starters for the Nationals as the clubs prep to depart to Boston on the Colonial Express tomorrow.
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Detroit Falls Twice to Chicago in Hard Fought Twinbill
Detroit eight earned nine runs in the first game as Wiggs labored and Disch allowed hits. Chicago, led by Kitson and White, won the opener 8 to 0. In the second game Smith shut out Detroit while Chicago racked runs, giving the visitors a 3 to 0 or better score. Detroits struggled with wild pitching and erratic defense. Attendance 3,500.
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Cleveland and St Louis Battle In Lengthy Program
Cleveland broke even in a Saxon series with St Louis as Rhoades struggled and Buchanan exited early. Attendance was 64 hundred. Final score Cleveland 6 St Louis 4. Min: 1 hour 85 minutes. Ball by ball details record fielding and batting outcomes for both sides with multiple errors and hits noted.
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Rally in final innings gives Philadelphia 2 1 victory
Boston and Philadelphia played a tight game as Philadelphia rallied in the late innings to win 2 to 1. Attendance was 7,037. Notable hits included Davis and M. Cross with two-base hits and Criger hitting a three-base hit.
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Baseball Notes Highlight Jim Barrett Retirement and Pennant Hope
Outfielder Jimmy Barrett of Detroit retires for the season to rest his knee. Browns expect about $20,000 in owners’ profits this season. Johnny Evera returns to form after a three month layoff with Chicago. Second game of the doubleheader to start ten minutes after the first ends. W. H. Watkins may return to lead the Indianapolis club next year. Fielder Jones vows to chase the pennant but must improve vs Detroit. Louisville seeks major league franchise status. Barry, a duplicate of Rube Waddell, joins the Boston Americans. Chicago Nationals noted as light hitters yet high in the race. Dick Cooley loses form for Detroit. Tiger management releases him. Moxie Manuel shines for Washington after moving from Cotton States League. New Orleans manager Charles Frank seeks league meeting to close the season due to yellow fever losses. Sid Mercer comments on infield play in the NL. praise for Toys. Major league clubs asked to buy 50 tickets for Sept 28 benefit game for ill Frank Selee. Sheridan to retire as umpire unless recalled by Johnson. long respected official, despite occasional mistakes.
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Third Battery Wins Port Myer Athletic Championship
On Labor Day the Third Battery beat the Thirteenth Cavalry 7 to 6 in a baseball game to decide Port Myer soldiers athletics champions. The lead changed hands, the outcome in the ninth inning, drawing excitement as nearly all officers and enlisted men watched.
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Gans Begins Training for Sullivan Bout in Baltimore
World lightweight champion Joe Gans has started training at Hemberg's Park on Eastern Avenue for his September 15 bout with Mike Twin Sullivan. Kid Sullivan, Washington featherweight, will join Gans soon, promising lively sessions in the training quarters. Sullivan is regarded as one of the toughest lightweights in the country with a strong reputation in New England and California.
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Twin) Sullivan
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Referee Reverses Call In Rainy Saucer Fight
In Salt Lake City on September 6 the referee Willard Bean first ruled John Wille of Chicago over Mike Schreck of Cincinnati, then reversed to award the bout to Schreck as bets were declared off. Wille led through most rounds until a low blow halted Schreck, and the referee changed outcome amid crowd dispute.
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Maryland Championship Tennis Marks Day of Play
In Baltimore area on September 6 the Maryland championship drew a large crowd at Catonsville Country Club. Results include Leroy over Geiston 6 8 7 8, Knapp defeating James by default, and several by default wins in early rounds.
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Wee Willie Is The Baseball Flea
The poem recalls Wee Willie as a fearless base runner in a tight pinch. He advances from first to home on a squeeze play with quick decisive moves and an infield hit, showcasing speed and daring on the diamond.
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Commerse and Labor Meet Interior in Garfield League Card?
In a compact lineup the game features Commerse and Labor against the Interior department with Agriculture facing Library and Poat of ice in a notable card. Bradley and Haring start with McCuley Clarke and Fulcher in the infield. Walker Stevenson and Thorp anchor the batting order as Daly Fenton and Loving Mathews contribute.
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Navy Polished Off Warriors In War Department Defeat
Navy defeated the War Department in a lively afternoon game as Don Aldson sparked the Navy offense. Shorty Hughes set a record by stealing home after reaching first on balls. McGowan and Finnegan contributed, with Wolfe and McCarron pitching for Navy and War respectively. Time of game was 1 hour 69 minutes.
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Catcher Mullen Costs Columbia in Forfeited Loss
The Columbia Athletic Club led Aloysius 6 to 3 late, but catcher Mullen threw the ball away in the eighth inning, forfeiting the game to Aloysius 9 to 0 amid a late dispute with umpire Gamer. Hicker made a running catch for Mullen’s miscue as darkness fell at the Coliseum.
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Guntons the Champions Win in Sunday-school League
Gunton clinches the post season with an 8 to 6 victory in game four as Blelagki stars on defense. Errors plagued the Gunton lineup while Spicer and Hutchison toed the mound in a tight matchup, with Batts umpiring and a 1 hour 30 minute runtime.
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Beaten at the Start Christ Church Defeats St Vincent 7 to 3
Christ Church Washington beat St. Vincent of the Marquette League 7 to 3. Turned on early offense, Christ Church led throughout. next game set for Friday at 5:30 p.m. at Marquette League grounds with Litchfield and Wood en pitching. St Vincent errors allowed Christ Church to score two runs in the first.
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