New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1912-10-10

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and even by noontime It seemed scarcely
possible that all the seats would be taken
Crowd Late at the Field.
The bleachers at this time were not
nearly filled. while the reserved seats OF
the one-decker stands were decorated only
with peanut vendors and others OF their
nk. Big stands were specially constructed
for the games one in left field which was
reserved, and another in right field, which
served to connect the so cent and 20 cent
seats of ordinary games. The entire field
was encircled by fence, and along the
back OF left field there were five tiers OF
seats, accommodating about q thousand
fans"
These were empty until just before the
game started and many were wondering
at the cause When, however, band APP
peared on the scene led by the renowned
'Nuf Ced" McGreevy II became apparent
that they were being held for the benefit
of the royal rooters. whose numbers were
increased by many hundreds as compared
| with the delegation which visited the
Polo Grounds yesterday. They seemed to
be In excellent voice throughout the en-
tire contest, and they found plenty to yell
about.
The crowd came slowly and when the
first OF the Red Sox edged on to the field
there were barely enough to give them
good sized cheer. This was shortly be-
fore / o'clock The Giants were not long
in following their opponents and were
greeted with scattering applause. Most OF
those who rooted for New York, and they
were present in goodly numbers. to, judge
by the cheers given Matty, had reserved
seats and did not come until just before
the game started. Both teams changed
their uniforms, the New Workers appear
ing in their travelling suits Of gray, while
the Red sox had donned white apparel.
The two teams went through lusty
batting practice, during which Speaker
Lewis Murray and Merkle delighted or
awed the throng. according to the point OF
view, by popping the ball into the stands
In all directions, as II TO get line on
things for future use. They certainly
gagged the direction in fine style IL the
number of extra base hits which fell to
their lot later may be taken as any cri-
terion
McGraw had his men batting against
Wiltse, suspecting that TO Collins would
fall the honor of leading the second
charge OF the Red Sox. The Giants did
some fast fielding, which even the hostile
fans were forced to applaud.
Just before the game started the
ubiquitous Mayor Fitzgerald rolled up TO
the home plate In an automobile lavishly
decorated with flowers. 1t was the gift OF
the fans" TO Jake stahl The Mayor took
occasion to make a brief speech, which
was heard by few. but was highly appro-
pirate, judging by the gestures. At the
same time Helnie Wagner received a gift
of silver bat from his own supporters
AS might DO expected, he came up to
the plate Ave times during the game and
failed to make hit.
| While all this was going on, McGraW
seized the opportunity to enter into an
earnest consultation with the umpires
, over the ground rules. II was decided
that q hit into the left field stands was to
go for two bases. while a wallop over the
fence into centre or right field was q
home run. 1t was also announced that Il
4,
: crowd to gather in a long fly II would
, count as a hit whether or not he cap.
|. tured the sphere. Therefore there was
little reason for Murray to risk breaking
, his neck in the game. But his fall was
accidental, as he was running backwards
, at the time. and did not see the fence
silk O'Loughlin was elected for plcke
, duty behind the plate, while Rigler was
sent scouting along the bases. KLEIN was
, in left field and Evans took up his
arduous duties in right.
Game Filled with Errors.
The game, to be sure. was we'll seasoned
with errors. but here and there In ample
numbers were bits OF sensational fielding
Of brilliance rarely seen. On the whole II
can be stated that the celebrated Boston
outfield lie not living up TO its reputation
The trio played ground balls very poorly
to-day and the throws made were inaccu.
} rate. Twice Speaker had an opportunity
to catch runners stretching doubles into
triples, but his throws went wide. while
, Lewis could have caught two men at the
! plate II he had been on his mettle. Tt
the two infields belonged the lions share
} Of the glory.
Fletcher was the weakest spot in the
New York defence, and II he had played
his game there would have been a differ
! ent story to tell. Herzog and Doyle
played miraculously at times. Larry act.
ed like another Eddie Collins in running
far over to his left and spearing ground
ers with one hand. He saved the game In
the tenth, when, with Lewis on second
he corralled Gardeners sharp drive and
tossed the runner out at first by hair
He played the same trick on Collins In
the second inning. Herzog was deadly or
infield drIbbles. but no moro so than the
old reliable Matty who had six assists
TO his credit.
While Fletcher played poorly, still he
made two remarkable stops, one on Carri.
gan in the fourth and another on Speaker
in the fifth. iris nearly knocked him over
with a terrific smash. but Fletcher held
on TO the ball and tossed to Doyle "a
double Yerkes. who was on second. II he
had done the same thing on a much easier
chance in the first inning ne would have
saved three runs Hooper was on second
this time, and II was a little love tap by
Yerkes that Fletcher muffed, spillIng the
beans.
But, after ali. IL was the wonderful