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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1904
Page
8
Scores and standings from a baseball day show New York and Philadelphia trading results in a double header. New York wins the second game as darkness ends play, while Philadelphia tops New York in the first game. attendance recorded at 6,143.
Cincinnati, Ohio, Sept. 9. The Reds bunched hits and won easily while half the knocks went for two bases. Pittsburg’s lone run came on a walk to Wagner, a steal, and a hit. Attendance 2,731. Kelley, Leach, Seymour, Beaumont, Sebring, Ritchey, Odwell, Wagner, Steinfeldt, Bransfield, Corcoran, McCormick, Huggins, Smith, Feitz, Phelps, Ewing, Picherty. McNichols struck out once for Pittsburg. Umpire Mr. Carpenter. Time 1 hour 4 minutes.
Washington police to travel to Philadelphia to face its force in a Monday exhibition and return match likely in Washington. Lieutenant Daley selects a strong lineup with Brangzell Brown Davis and Kleindvist among pitchers in a game seen as a prestige event for the force. Maj. Sylvester may act as adviser. a return game is planned.
Boston swept the two games from Washington, winning 8 to 2 and 1 to 0. Errors by Washington helped Boston, while Tannehill and Jacobsen matched zeroes until late miscues decided the first game. Chick Stahl led Boston with six safeties across the two games, and Boston maintained pace with New York in the standings.
In a two game set, Boston and Washington battled through pitching duels and misplays. Chick Stahl sparked offense with a six hit day, while Hill, Cassidy, and La Chance contributed key plays. Tannehill and Jacobsen matched wits on the mound as Boston captured the opener and the Senators fought back in a tense second game.
In Detroit on September 8, St Louis swept the opening doubleheader, routing the Detroits in the second half after a strong first game by Mullin. Hynes held the hits in check, while St Louis capitalized on timely hitting and sharp fielding from Lowe and Barrett. Attendance 1,000.
New York wins both games from Philadelphia as Chesbro Orth shut down the Phillies at critical moments. Attendance 12,044. First game box shows New York 12, Philadelphia 6 in a 1 hour 25 minute contest. key hits include two-base and three-base hits by Murphy Keeler Davis Elberfeld and Ganzel. Second game ends 7 to 3 with Orth and Bender the pitchers. Davis and Keeler star with doubled and tripled hits.
Cleveland and Chicago split a doubleheader in Cleveland. In game one Cleveland bunched its hits aided by Chicago errors to win. In game two Chicago failed to reach base until the sixth and did not record a hit until the seventh, with Hesa Lash and errors aiding Chicago’s three ninth inning runs. Attendance was 4,046.
Grover Cleveland Land signs with Pittsburg. Washington drew 86 734 fans in Boston. Coughlin strained tendon. Joe Cassidy slumping with fourteen hits this week. Senators and Browns improve. rosin talk and league pennants noted. Umpire practices, New York rosters, and Ted Sullivan scouts highlighted with bets by Barney Dreyfuss.
The retailer touts many novelties in soft hats and first choice access to new goods. A light-weight suit clearance continues with 3 piece suits in various fabrics heavily discounted from 30 to 12 dollars, and 2 piece wool and homespun suits marked down accordingly to 10 to 18 dollars.
The notes discuss wagers among club officials including President Herrman and Col Max Mleischmann, critical remarks on umpires Kennedy and Emslie, and praise for Chief Zimmer’s intellect. Attendance figures compare American and National Leagues on Labor Day, with Polo Grounds crowds and a Glennon-sized estimate. Pat Carney’s release by Boston shocks fans, while Jack Sheridan and Connolly influence Washington and Boston connections. Detroit yachts St Claire wins the Walker Cup heat as Yo San trails. Spray places third.
An advertisement reports a cure for asthma after 35 years, praising Schiffmann's Asthma Cure. Testimonial from C W Van Antwerp of Fulton Minnesota extols the remedy as life changing, noting a purchase price of 1 and a free sample offer by mail with a 2 cent stamp.
In New Jersey Walter J. Travis of Garden City falls to George A. Ormiston of Pittsburgh 3 up with 1 to play in the first round match play of the national amateur championship at Baltusrol. Ormiston earns a semifinal spot to meet Frederick Herreshoff after H C Egan wins both his matches this day.
London reports Sir Thomas Lipton reveals Mr Watson again refuses to design an American Cup challenger for 195, citing ill health. Lipton offered to have a deputy supervise trials, but Watson declined, preferring to see the project through himself. He acknowledged the setback as a disappointment to yacht racing.
Cano H Rudolph announced officers for the first athletic meet and field day at the Fourteenth and A streets Coliseum to start at 1 30 pm with free admission. Awards will honor top youths for strength and skill as organizers seek to launch an annual field day promoting good citizenship. Also, Marcus L Hartey, American amateur cycling champion, won his heat at Crystal Palace and advances to Saturday’s final.
High-grade tailoring promises style and fit for dressers in Washington. Call for suit or top-coat this season and be satisfied with fit, quality, and appearance. Dressy, smart suitings priced from $25 up.
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