Georgetown Gentlemen

The Gentlemen and Canal Jumpers Divide a Day's Honors

Tipp City, Ohio, September 20 - The Georgetown Gentlemen ventured northward this day, crossing the Ohio River and continuing into the Buckeye State, where they made their way to City Park in Tipp City. There, along the banks of the Great Miami River, the Gentlemen entered into a doubleheader with the Tippecanoe Canal Jumpers, a club whose unusual appellation pays tribute to the Miami and Erie Canal, which passes through the town.

It was a long journey for the Gentlemen, and a few members of the Georgetown club, having heard tales of the perils attendant upon crossing the Ohio River at Covington, elected that discretion was the better part of valor. Rather than risk being claimed by the river, they called upon several friends from Cincinnati to serve as honorary Gentlemen for the day.

Answering the summons were Speedy, Sal, and Somersault of the Cincinnati Red Stockings, along with Drifter and Endeavor, both of whom have previously crossed bats with the Georgetown club. Their assistance proved most valuable, and the Gentlemen are indebted to these fellows for answering the call when their Kentucky compatriots found the Ohio River somewhat intimidating.

The first match commenced at eleven o'clock in the morning. The heavens appeared threatening enough to suggest that rain might interrupt the proceedings, but the clouds ultimately proved all thunder and no rain, with not a drop falling upon the grounds. For the first contest, the weather proved nearly ideal for a late September day. The clouds kept the worst of the heat at bay, while a gentle breeze made its way from east to west across the grounds.

The clubs agreed to play two matches of seven innings apiece, thereby allowing the gentlemen ample opportunity to demonstrate their skill while leaving sufficient daylight for a second contest.

Taking the field for Georgetown, alongside the aforementioned Cincinnati volunteers, were Dustin “Rooster” Nelson, Josh “Coppertop” Adkins, Rob “Bluegill” Gillespie, and Asher “Maple” Druen.

The Gentlemen lost the coin toss to begin the game. Such a circumstance, however, did little to dampen their spirits. Indeed, when the Gentlemen came to bat, they came with a vengeance.

The first half inning produced a veritable torrent of Georgetown offense. The batsmen proceeded through the order in its entirety, stringing together a succession of singles and sending six tallies across the home line before the Canal Jumpers could bring the inning to a close.

It was a most auspicious beginning.

The Georgetown defense then took the field and proved every bit as formidable as its batsmen. The first three Tippecanoe hitters were dispatched in succession, and the Canal Jumpers were sent back to their seats without so much as troubling the scorekeeper.

From there, the contest settled into a pleasant rhythm.

Whenever the Canal Jumpers managed to produce a tally, the Gentlemen answered in their next turn at bat. Whenever Georgetown appeared ready to put additional distance between the clubs, Tippecanoe found a way to answer. The result was a contest marked by good hitting, sound fielding, and the sort of back-and-forth play that makes for a most agreeable day upon the ball field.

At the conclusion of seven innings, the Georgetown Gentlemen had secured the first contest by a tally of 12 to 7.

There was little time for celebration, however, as the two clubs took but a brief respite before returning to their stations for the second match.

The clouds which had so kindly sheltered the first contest parted company with the grounds, allowing the September sun to bear directly upon the field. The mercury climbed into the middle 90s, making the second contest a considerably more demanding affair.

There was another development for the Georgetown club. For the first time this season, Tommy “Molasses” Druen was able to take the field.

Druen, who has been confined largely to the umpire's station since suffering a broken foot, is not yet entirely restored to playing condition. Nevertheless, he was determined to get at least a small taste of action before the season came to its conclusion. He took the ball and delivered a few pitches, thereby securing his first opportunity of the season to participate as a player rather than merely as the arbiter of the contest.

The Canal Jumpers opened proceedings with two tallies, while the Gentlemen answered with one. From there, the clubs settled into a remarkably even contest. Neither side could gain any substantial advantage, with every Georgetown advance answered by Tippecanoe and every Canal Jumper rally met by the Gentlemen.

As the seventh inning approached, the two clubs remained deadlocked at six runs apiece.

The final frame would determine the day's second laurels.

The Canal Jumpers came to the plate first and showed no inclination to surrender the contest. Three runs crossed the home line, giving Tippecanoe a 9 to 6 advantage and leaving the Gentlemen with one final opportunity.

Down by three, Georgetown came to the plate for its last at-bat. One run was quickly secured.

Then came the sort of situation which makes the blood quicken in every lover of base ball. A runner stood upon third. Another occupied second. There were two outs.

One well-struck ball might have brought both runners home and sent the Gentlemen away with another victory.

The Georgetown batsman took his swing.

Alas, Providence had other designs.

The final stroke rose into the air and was gathered by a Canal Jumper fielder, bringing the contest, and the day's proceedings, to an end.

Thus the Gentlemen and the Canal Jumpers divided the honors, Georgetown taking the first match, 12 to 7, and Tippecanoe claiming the second, 9 to 7.

It was perhaps the most fitting conclusion possible for a day upon which neither club could establish lasting superiority. The two sides engaged in considerable friendly banter throughout both contests, and the good humor displayed by players on both sides was every bit as enjoyable as the action upon the diamond.

Several Gentlemen deserve particular notice for their work.

Josh “Coppertop” Adkins was especially impressive with the willow in hand, sending one line drive after another through the openings in the Canal Jumper outfield. His ability to find the holes repeatedly kept the Georgetown attack in motion and furnished no small portion of the club's offense.

Rob “Bluegill” Gillespie once again demonstrated the fleetness for which he has become known. Patrolling center field, Bluegill tracked down balls sent sailing toward the far reaches of the grounds with the ease of a fellow who had been born for the outfield.

Dustin “Rooster” Nelson proved a steady presence at the plate. His hitting not only advanced himself around the bases but frequently aided his comrades in their own journeys toward home. A batsman who can move both himself and his fellows is a valuable fellow indeed.

And behind the plate, Asher “Maple” Druen turned in a performance worthy of particular commendation.

Maple made several fine stops behind the plate, but one play in particular may well be remembered for some time. A Canal Jumper had rounded third and appeared all but certain to cross the home line when Maple secured the ball and made the necessary play to retire him. What had appeared moments before to be a certain tally was transformed into an out through quick hands and quicker thinking.

It was a fitting bit of drama for a day that had produced plenty of it.

With the second contest now concluded, the Gentlemen have reached the end of their currently scheduled matches for the 2026 season. The club closes its presently arranged slate with a .500 record, an appropriate mark for a season that has seen victories, defeats, dramatic rallies, new players, old friends, and more than a little adventure along the way.

There remains some hope within the Georgetown ranks that one additional exhibition might yet be arranged before the leaves have entirely abandoned the trees. Should such a contest materialize, these columns shall be pleased to report it.

If not, the Gentlemen shall now retire their bats and balls for the winter, and the followers of the green and gray must content themselves with anticipation.

For when spring once again arrives, the Gentlemen shall take the field anew.

And if today's proceedings are any indication, there shall be no shortage of good base ball, good fellowship, and good stories to tell.

A Spirited Contest at Richmond: Gentlemen Fall to the Red Stockings

The Georgetown Gentlemen ventured somewhat southward this day, crossing the Kentucky River and making their way to the environs of Richmond, where they took the field in the fourth annual exhibition held in conjunction with the commemoration of the Battle of Richmond, fought upon these very grounds on the 29th and 30th of August, 1862.

The Gentlemen were joined in the contest by their good friends from north of the Ohio River, the Cincinnati Red Stockings, making for an especially agreeable meeting of clubs separated by river, but united by an affection for the national pastime.

The weather proved favorable for the occasion, and the grounds were well attended by those assembled to remember the great contest of arms fought here more than a century ago. Though the Gentlemen did not return home with the championship bat, they furnished a contest full of excitement, spirited play, and no small measure of drama.

With Tommy “Molasses” Druen still confined to umpiring duties on account of his fractured foot, the Georgetown nine consisted of Rob “Bluegill” Gillespie, Nick “Cowboy” Hunt, Tyler “Bear” Fendley, Drew “Bucky” Beckett, Matt “Cornbread” Nunn, Josh “Coppertop” Adkins, Matt “Mustang” Cizek, Mike “Polock” Twardy, and Dustin “Rooster” Nelson.

The Gentlemen won the toss and elected to take the field first.

The Red Stockings, despite having made the lengthy journey from Cincinnati, demonstrated that no rust had accumulated upon their bats during the trip. They promptly sent four runners across the home line in the opening frame. The Gentlemen answered with a tally of their own, but Cincinnati continued to advance its cause.

By the conclusion of the third inning, the Red Stockings had accumulated six runs, while the Gentlemen remained at one. Matters appeared to be trending decidedly in favor of the visitors.

Then came the third inning.

And what an inning it was.

The Georgetown batsmen suddenly found the ball with remarkable regularity, while the base runners took advantage of every opportunity afforded them. Hit after hit was delivered, and runner after runner made his way around the bases. The boys in green and gray seemed for a time utterly incapable of being stopped.

When the dust had settled, the Gentlemen had sent ten men across the home line in the inning, carrying their total into double figures and transforming a five-run deficit into a commanding lead.

The tide had turned.

Georgetown continued to hold the advantage through much of the contest. Going into the seventh inning, the tally stood 13 to 10 in favor of the Gentlemen, and there was considerable reason among the Georgetown supporters to believe that the championship bat might yet be making its way back across the Kentucky River.

But Lady Fortuna is a fickle companion.

Having smiled most generously upon the Gentlemen in the third inning, she now turned her countenance toward Cincinnati.

The Red Stockings unleashed a furious seventh-inning assault of their own. Their batsmen found every manner of opening, and the runners displayed a determination not unlike that which Georgetown had exhibited earlier in the contest. Before the inning had run its course, Cincinnati had amassed an astonishing twelve runs, transforming a three-run deficit into a lead that would not be surrendered.

The Gentlemen continued to battle, but the Red Stockings proved equal to every Georgetown effort. At the final retirement, the Cincinnati club stood victorious by a tally of 23 to 17.

The Richmond Battlefield Association presented the championship bat to the victorious Red Stockings, who accepted the prize after a contest worthy of the occasion.

Yet the final tally does not tell the whole story of the Gentlemen's day.

Dustin “Rooster” Nelson continued his encouraging development upon the mound. Rooster has shown marked improvement with every appearance, and today he added another feather to his cap by securing a most elusive whiff from one of the Red Stockings' more seasoned batsmen. Such a feat is no small accomplishment in vintage base ball, and Rooster may yet prove a troublesome fellow for opposing hitters.

Behind the plate, Matt “Mustang” Cizek demonstrated considerable mettle. Mustang collected three—or perhaps even more—foul tips, displaying both quickness and sure hands in the catching position. For a man still making his way in the ranks, he showed no inclination whatsoever to be intimidated by the duties of the station.

At first base, Matt “Cornbread” Nunn performed a feat which appeared to challenge the ordinary limits of human anatomy. Stretching himself farther than any reasonable man might expect, Cornbread reached for a difficult throw and secured the ball, converting what might otherwise have been a base hit into an out.

The Georgetown infield likewise stood stout.

Nick “Cowboy” Hunt, Drew “Bucky” Beckett, and Josh “Coppertop” Adkins formed an impressive wall across the inner diamond, gathering grounders and handling their opportunities with commendable dispatch. Numerous Red Stockings found their journeys abruptly terminated by the work of this trio.

In the outfield, Rob “Bluegill” Gillespie and Tyler “Bear” Fendley seemed less to patrol their stations than to ride them as though upon horseback. Their speed was on full display not only in pursuit of the ball, but upon the base paths as well. On multiple occasions, each man demonstrated the sort of daring and fleetness that turned what appeared to be an ordinary single into a double.

And then there was Mike “Polock” Twardy.

Making his vintage base ball debut, Twardy stepped upon the field and immediately conducted himself as though he had been wearing the green and gray for years. His performance was sufficiently convincing that he has indicated an intention to bring his talents to the Gentlemen on a more permanent, or at least semi-permanent, basis.

The Gentlemen shall gladly welcome him.

Though the championship bat now resides with the Cincinnati Red Stockings, Georgetown leaves Richmond with considerably more than a defeat. The club demonstrated that it possesses the ability to overcome adversity, produce remarkable offensive rallies, and stand toe-to-toe with a formidable opponent. Most importantly, the Gentlemen once again demonstrated the fellowship and good humor that has become as much a part of their contests as the bat and ball themselves.

The fourth annual Battle of Richmond exhibition has therefore been entered into the books.

The Gentlemen will now enjoy a brief respite before returning to the field. Their next engagement shall come on September 12, when they travel northward to the resort community of French Lick, Indiana, where they shall take on the veritable Indianapolis Blues.

If today's contest is any indication, the Gentlemen shall arrive in Indiana with their bats warmed, their fielders tested, and their spirits undiminished.

Gentlemen Commence Their Season in Spirited Fashion

**Edmonton, Kentucky, August 22**

After a season's opening match delayed time and again by the untoward weather, the Georgetown Gentlemen at last took the field this day, and did so in a manner calculated to gladden the heart of every lover of the national pastime. Upon the pleasant grounds of the Historic Bell House, in the Red Lick community of Metcalfe County, the Gentlemen crossed bats with the newly organized Edmonton Nine, who were making their maiden appearance upon the base ball field.

The day proved exceedingly warm, though a kindly breeze rendered the heat tolerable, and the heavens remained fair and cloudless throughout the whole of the contest. Providence waited until the last man had been retired before unleashing a considerable thunderstorm upon the neighborhood, accompanied by hailstones of no small size; some approaching that of peas. Had the storm arrived but an hour sooner, the day's sport might once again have fallen victim to the elements, and the patience of the Gentlemen's long-suffering admirers would have been tried yet further.

The Georgetown club was represented upon the field by Dustin "Rooster" Nelson, Matt "Cornbread" Nunn, Bryon "Hotshot" Ellis, Josh "Coppertop" Adkins, and Rob "Bluegill" Gillespie. To fill out their nine, the Georgetown club called upon several capable men of the locality: Matt "Iceman" Glass, Russell "Blur" Gibson, Brandon "Cardinal" Combs, and Payton "Reese's Cup" Reece, each of whom acquitted himself with no little credit.

The Edmonton Nine, meanwhile, brought forth a hearty company of athletes, many of whom are well known throughout Metcalfe County. Captained by Josh Hurt, the Edmonton ranks consisted of Jax Allen, Daniel Bragg, Justin Bruce, Joseph Eaton, Daniel Garrett, Daniel Glass, Richie Jolly, Ty McMurtrey, Matt Reed, and Bryant Stockton. For a club undertaking its maiden match, the Edmonton men displayed a most commendable spirit and no little skill.

The contest opened with both demonstrating that they had not come merely to furnish an afternoon's amusement for the spectators. The first inning passed without a tally for either side, the fielders proving equal to the task and putting a stop to several promising advances. The play remained close through the first half of the match, the Gentlemen holding but a narrow advantage of two tallies to one at the close of the fourth inning. Neither club could claim mastery of the other, and the spectators were treated to the sort of closely contested base ball that keeps a fellow upon the very edge of his seat.

The fifth inning, however, saw the Georgetown batsmen begin to find their measure. Three men crossed the home line in succession, stretching the advantage to five tallies to two. From that point onward, the Gentlemen appeared increasingly in command, and by the close of the eighth inning the tally stood eight to three in their favor.

Yet the Edmonton men were not disposed to surrender the contest without a struggle. With the match seemingly slipping from their grasp, the Edmonton Nine rallied most magnificently, sending three tallies across the home line and narrowing the deficit to eight to six. Their determination was worthy of the highest commendation, and the spectators were roused to considerable animation. The Gentlemen, however, have grown accustomed to meeting adversity with a stout heart. With the pressure full upon them in the ninth inning, Georgetown put three additional tallies upon the board, and the Edmonton batsmen were then retired without scoring. The final tally stood at eleven to six in favour of the Georgetown Gentlemen.

Several plays of extraordinary merit deserve particular mention in these columns.

Russell "Blur" Gibson furnished perhaps the most electrifying moment of the afternoon when he sent a tremendous stroke into the deep reaches of the field. True to his sobriquet, Gibson made haste around the bases with such remarkable fleetness that he completed the circuit entire before the Edmonton fielders had properly recovered from their astonishment. It was a clean home run, and one that drew loud and prolonged expressions of approbation from the assembled company!

In the center station, Rob "Bluegill" Gillespie demonstrated that the fine form he displayed during the previous season remains very much in evidence. His hands appeared possessed of some magnetic quality, drawing to them balls that, from the vantage of the spectators, seemed destined for the deepest reaches of the field. On more than one occasion, a stroke which appeared certain to produce extra bases was deftly secured by Gillespie, limiting the Edmonton batsman to no advance whatsoever.

Josh "Coppertop" Adkins was entrusted with perhaps the most demanding station of the day in left field, where the peculiar lay of the grounds left that portion of the field running decidedly downhill. A ball escaping past Coppertop would have enjoyed a long and unimpeded journey before coming to rest, and he accordingly patrolled his ground with the most commendable vigilance.

The Georgetown infield presented throughout the appearance of an iron wall. Bryon "Hotshot" Ellis, Matt "Iceman" Glass, and Payton "Reese's Cup" Reece handled numerous fly balls and ground hits with commendable dispatch, while at first base, Matt "Cornbread" Nunn proved himself a most capable guardian of the station. His considerable reach and sure hands resulted in few dropped throws and many an Edmonton runner finding himself retired before he had fairly settled his foot upon the bag.

Upon the pitcher's point, Dustin "Rooster" Nelson stepped into service in place of the injured Tommy "Molasses" Druen and delivered a performance of considerable merit. Nelson kept the Edmonton batsmen sufficiently troubled throughout the afternoon, and accomplished that rarest of feats in the vintage game, a striker put out on called strikes. Such an achievement is not lightly regarded, and it deserves special notice. Druen, unable to take his accustomed place in the field, exchanged the ball for the umpire's station and rendered his services in that capacity with evident fairness throughout the day.

The contest was not without its comic diversions. On several occasions, balls were struck deep into the field and came to rest in the vicinity of certain dogs who had apparently established a proprietary interest in that portion of the grounds. The canine residents proved wholly disinclined to entertain the players' entreaties concerning the prompt return of the ball, producing brief but lively pauses in the proceedings. Never were the fleet feet of the players more plainly demonstrated than when they were compelled to pursue the ball whilst simultaneously negotiating the displeasure of its four-legged custodians.

Beyond the contest itself, the day served a worthy purpose. Contributions were raised on behalf of the Metcalfe County Animal Shelter, a noble institution whose good work in the community merits the support of all men and women of charitable disposition, the dogs upon the field notwithstanding.

Perhaps most pleasing of all was the spirit of cordial fellowship that prevailed between the two clubs from the first ball to the last. Though the Gentlemen carried off the laurels, the Edmonton Nine proved itself a worthy and spirited opponent in every respect, and much good camaraderie was enjoyed by players and spectators alike following the conclusion of play. The hosts at the Historic Bell House joined both clubs in expressing the sincere hope that the two nines might meet again upon this same ground about this same time next year for another exhibition of the national pastime.

Thus have the Georgetown Gentlemen commenced their season with a victory.

The club will not have long to rest upon its laurels. Next Saturday, the 29th of August, the Gentlemen shall journey to Richmond, Kentucky, where they will meet the Cincinnati Vintage Base Ball Club as part of the festivities surrounding the Battle of Richmond. The first ball is scheduled to be delivered at half past ten o'clock in the forenoon. The Gentlemen have waited many weeks for their season to begin. If this first contest is any indication, their admirers shall find the waiting very well rewarded indeed.

Match Declared Off Due to the Elements

Marion, Kentucky, June 27.

The long-anticipated opening contest of the season for the Georgetown Gentlemen Base Ball Club has been unhappily prevented by the hand of Providence and an uncommon abundance of rain.

The Gentlemen, being in readiness to journey westward and engage the spirited nine known as the Marion Swamp Foxes, were instead met with tidings that the grounds at Marion had become wholly unfit for the exercise of base ball. A great deluge descended upon that vicinity yesterday and continued into this day, leaving the field heavy with standing water and rendering fair play impossible.

The proposed encounter was to have formed part of the festivities attending the Legacy of Liberty America 250 celebration and had drawn much expectation among lovers of the national game. Considerable interest surrounded the meeting, as it would have marked the first appearance of the season for the Georgetown club.

Members of the Gentlemen, having prepared themselves for earnest contest and no small amount of base-running, received the news with disappointment, though in good humor. It was remarked among the players that they did not feel up to the task, however stout of heart, of swimming around the bases.

The Marion club is said likewise to have been eager to cross bats and display its merits before the assembled company, yet prudence prevailed. Better to postpone a proper match than attempt one amid mud and puddles and leave the score to chance and misfortune.

Thus, no striker took his position, no bounder was fielded, and no hands were retired.

The Georgetown Gentlemen must await to commence their campaign and prove their mettle upon the field. Supporters of the club are encouraged to keep their enthusiasm in good order, for though this opening engagement was washed from the ledger, the season itself remains yet before them.

Dear friends, base ball season is at hand!

This coming Saturday, the Georgetown Gentlemen shall travel westward to Marion, Kentucky where we shall take the field with the Marion Swamp Foxes for our first match of the year!

The clubs will assemble upon the grounds at Gordon Blue Guess Field for an afternoon of earnest sport, lively striking, fleet running of the bases, and honorable sportsmanship.

What there will not be are such frivolous items such as gloves.

Only the bat, the ball, steady hands in the field, and play conducted in the true spirit of the game.

All are invited to attend and witness base ball as it was first played!

Special thanks to the Legacy of Liberty: 250th Anniversary Celebration for hosting this game!

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From our family to yours, happy Thanksgiving!

This Halloween, the Georgetown Gentlemen tip our caps to all those 19th-century ballplayers still haunting the basepaths. The game never dies — it just gets a little quieter after dark.

Play safe, have fun, and keep the spirit of baseball alive . . . if you can.

This Sunday afternoon, the grounds of the venerable Ward Hall did once more resound with the merry shouts of base ball, as the Georgetown Gentlemen welcomed the Bluegrass Barons, the only other club presently extant within our fair Commonwealth. The day was bright, the sun unseasonably hot for the season, and the spectators in attendance sought shade beneath trees and parasols whilst enjoying the sport.

The Gentlemen, their ranks somewhat diminished owing to the autumnal respite of our local academies, entered the contest with a diminished roster. Yet their spirit remained stout. They had not forgotten that their last encounter with the Barons, at Shaker Village in June, a narrow loss waged amidst torrents of rain and thunder.

The first game began with vigor. The Barons struck first, notching five tallies in the opening frame, while our Gentlemen replied with four, promising a contest close and spirited. But such fortune was not long. The Barons, swinging freely, launched the sphere again and again to the furthest reaches of the Ward Hall meadow, over and beyond the heads of our outfielders. Their running of the bases was shrewd, and Lady Fortuna lent her hand in several errors at ill-chosen moments for our nine. Thus the margin did swell with each succeeding Inning.

Yet our Gentlemen were not without valorous plays. Jack “Chubbs” Koch astounded all with the might of his throwing arm. Indeed, rumor spread among the onlookers that, with the late War now ended, he must have procured an abandoned cannon to serve in place of his limb. Twice did he halt runners from advancing, and once he even cast a batter out at first from the deep field—a prodigious feat!

At the pitcher’s post, Tommy “Molasses” Druen and Zack “Bull” Francis alternated, inducing many a batsman to send ground balls to the waiting hands of our defense.

At the striker’s line, Aaron “Steamer” Fairchild and Drew “Bucky” Beckett displayed their customary surety with the willow, striking cleanly throughout. Newcomer Mike “Halloween” Meyers proved himself most worthy of donning the green and gray, comporting himself ably both at bat and in the field.

Though Nick “Cowboy” Hunt received an unfortunate blow upon the wrist in the second Inning, causing his temporary withdrawal, he returned by the fourth with no diminution of zeal, as though never injured at all.

Nevertheless, the Barons proved the superior side, and the first contest ended decidedly in their favor.

After a brief interval for refreshment, both clubs again took the field, though it was agreed, owing to sundry pressing engagements, that this second game should be limited to three innings. In this shortened affair the Gentlemen at last had their due.

The first frame saw them seize the advantage, 2 to 1. In the second, the defense shone brightly, with Matt “Mustang” Cizek making a most gallant diving catch of a foul tip at the catcher’s post, to the raucous applause of all assembled.

Then came the Gentlemen’s redemption. The bats thundered in the bottom of the Inning, yielding six tallies. Dustin “Rooster” Nelson set the tone as lead-off, striking a fair ball and galloping the paths with fleetness. Matt “Mule” Koch twice touched the home plate, once as a pinch runner and again in his own turn. Cizek himself struck a mighty drive to the open field, bringing in two mates.

The Barons, stout adversaries as ever, attempted a rally in their final at-bat, pushing across tallies, yet they fell short. Thus the second game concluded in triumph for the Gentlemen, 8 to 6.

The day’s affairs leave the Gentlemen with ten victories against eight defeats upon the season. Yet this contest marked their final appearance before their home patrons this year. Their last engagement is set for the 11th of October, when they shall travel to the historic League Stadium in Huntingburg, Indiana, to face the Indianapolis Blues—one of the leading clubs of the nation.

Thus concluded an afternoon of hearty sport and pleasant fellowship, a true exhibition of the National Game upon Kentucky soil.

Until next time, dear readers, may your skies be fair and your balls not foul.