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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1909
Page
46
A large field is listed for the A. O. H marathon at Battle with prominent riders and country runners expected to contest the race. Starters include Elpainstone and Stecker with Beaming Course as a key route. The report notes numerous entrants and the anticipation of a competitive event.
American League games scheduled Tuesday include Detroit at Washington St Louis at Philadelphia Chicago at New York and Cleveland at Boston. Monday results show Chicago and Brooklyn tied at 3, New York 2, Philadelphia and St Louis 0.
In a boisterous chatter of boxing moves, Jeffries considers a return to America and vaudeville after a possible bout with Ketchel. Johnson against Ketchel looms as a potential clash if negotiations fail, while Langford could enter the frame if a crucial showdown goes forward.
Chambersburg beats Steelton 30 to 9 in a well played game at Chambersburg. Scoring by innings shows Emeron and Fhelsh grin Steeiion, Sinkla and Frit. Umpire-air Salitoe.
The Chicago baseball rivalry between the Cubs and Sox could crown the city champion this fall. No formal series announcement has been made though both clubs favor a Cub Sox clash for the title, with Murphy and Latkintybure cited as planning factors and the NL flag already secured by the Cubs.
Chicago clinched the series with an 8 to 0 win over New York as Marquard struggled and Klawitter held the line. Brown left injured in the fourth, and the Cubs piled hits late to seal the shutout, with Brown and Schulte providing key plays in the late innings.
National League totals show Chicago 7780 Pittsburg 2741 St Louis 1000. American League figures list Boston 4088 Philadelphia 2275 New York 3000 Washington 1008.
McAleer, manager of the St Louis team since 190?, held a conference with President Noyes about making him the head of the club in Washington. No agreement was reached as the board of directors split on Cantillon's potential return. Cantillon stood as manager until a committee was appointed to discuss with McAleer, while McAleer stayed in Philadelphia overnight after a conference at the Arlington Hotel with Noyes.
Boston ed to a tight win after rallying in the eighth inning as Lord sparked a late two-base sequence followed by Sneakers and a hit to drive in key runs. Chicago stayed close but Boston pulled ahead in a lengthy game, with notable performances from Pape and Smith on the mound and solid fielding throughout.
New York beat Cleveland 9 to 7 to run their winning streak to four. Manning relieved Orth after the early exit, delivering solid relief pitching. Lajole Gardner Birmingham and Doane led the offense with key hits as New York recovered from miscues by Cleveland and held on for the win.
National League President John Heydler arrived in Pittsburg to finalize arrangements for the World Series. The pennant race is ongoing and the commission plans the program, with details to be announced after schedules and standings are determined.
Philadelphia wins 2 to 0 as Grant and McGeauson deliver late hits. McQuillan pitched solidly for Philadelphia with men on base, while St. Louis was scoreless until the seventh inning, Bates and Branafield noted for fielding and batting miscues. Umps Day and Breunan call a one hour game.
Pittsburg defeated Brooklyn 9 to 3 as Maddox worked strong support and Knetzer was hit freely. Numerous players contributed including Wagner and Wilbon with late hits and fielding errors noted, while Umpire Mesara Kane and Emnalic called the game after 1 hour 49 minutes.
Foreman held the Browns to five hits over five innings but fielding errors and missed chances cost locals against Southpaw Roe. The visitors exploited a wild seventh inning walk sequence as Hartzell’s grounder and a misplay at first produced two runs. Promising recruit Bill Foreman showed speed and control, yet timely hits eluded the locals and they stranded bases loaded in the second and a double play killed a late rally in the third.
APBEE presents Teck Shoes for boys designed for growing feet with durable leathers. Styles include gun metal and patent leather blachers in boys youth and little gent sizes, priced at 3.00 and 3.50 dollars.
A local feature highlights the ninth street avenue area with foot traffic, shops, and historic storefronts. The piece notes community history, ongoing development, and plans influencing pedestrian access and street life. Named places include Ninth Street and The Avenue district as the central setting.
Unglaub and Foreman spark the Browns in a tense innings duel as Milan, Conroy, and Hartzell drive key runs. Griggs, Wallace, Killifer, and Shoten contribute in a rugged field clash with Washington, St. Louis, and a tight late-game push yielding a 4 to 3ish scoreline.
Hughey Jennings remains confident the Tigers will win the pennant despite a rough stretch losing three of four to the Athletics. He cites Cobb facing threats and praises his performance under pressure while noting lineup changes as Matty McIntyre sits and Davey Jones moves to left field for crucial upcoming games.
At a Western High School football meeting yesterday Mickey Guy was unanimously elected captain for the coming season. Despite his small size he is a plucky quarterback and one of the game's bright prospects for a first class West End team this season.
In a tense series finale at Philadelphia where 29 000 fans watched the Tigers drop a 4 3 decision to the Athletics Barry was spiked by Cobb near the base injuring his knee while Cobb claimed no intent and both clubs acknowledged the accident Cobb left early but returned to play as Philadelphia claimed three wins to Detroit’s one in the set.
Palmer and H C Martin captured the men’s doubles crown at the New Jersey State tennis championship, defeating George Homes and B Raleigh in four sets. The match showcased swift volleying and strong play from the champions across the four sets.
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