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amead17 · 03-24-2025, 11:19 AM

August 21st, 1901
Portland, Oregon

Percival Holloway Travel Journal Entry

Edwin and I made a four-hour journey on the Northern Pacific Railroad, traveling from Aberdeen, Washington, to Portland, Oregon. This brought us to the home of the league-leading Portland Colts, the undisputed top team in the Northern League this season. Tonight's game was the last of a three-game preview of the upcoming Northern League Championship, where the Colts will face the Bellingham Yankees, who have secured the wildcard spot.

On the mound for the Colts was their reliable pitcher, Homer Mock, while the Yankees countered with William Keane. Unlike many of the local-player-heavy games we’ve seen recently, this matchup showcased more established minor league talent, offering a thrilling glimpse into what the championship series might bring.

Edwin and I joined 2,450 fans at Vaughan Street Park under clear skies, with a pleasant temperature of 60 degrees and a gentle 9 mph breeze—ideal conditions for baseball.

The game quickly lived up to its billing as a championship preview. The Yankees struck first, plating a run in the opening inning, but the Colts responded with authority, scoring three runs in the bottom of the second and two more in the third to seize a commanding 5-1 lead. Portland’s bats continued to stay hot, adding two runs in the fifth. Both teams traded a run in the sixth, keeping the Colts ahead 8-2. Portland further solidified their dominance with three more runs in the eighth inning. A late two-run home run by a local Bellingham player in the ninth rounded out the scoring, with the Colts cruising to an 11-4 victory.

While the Colts showcased their dominance once again, the victory was marred by concern as Homer Mock sustained an injury in the ninth inning. With the championship series looming, the team will anxiously await news on his condition, hoping he can recover in time for what promises to be an intense and competitive showdown.

03-24-2025, 11:19 AM	#89
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 8,376	August 21st 1901 August 21st, 1901 Portland, Oregon Percival Holloway Travel Journal Entry Edwin and I made a four-hour journey on the Northern Pacific Railroad, traveling from Aberdeen, Washington, to Portland, Oregon. This brought us to the home of the league-leading Portland Colts, the undisputed top team in the Northern League this season. Tonight's game was the last of a three-game preview of the upcoming Northern League Championship, where the Colts will face the Bellingham Yankees, who have secured the wildcard spot. On the mound for the Colts was their reliable pitcher, Homer Mock, while the Yankees countered with William Keane. Unlike many of the local-player-heavy games we’ve seen recently, this matchup showcased more established minor league talent, offering a thrilling glimpse into what the championship series might bring. Edwin and I joined 2,450 fans at Vaughan Street Park under clear skies, with a pleasant temperature of 60 degrees and a gentle 9 mph breeze—ideal conditions for baseball. The game quickly lived up to its billing as a championship preview. The Yankees struck first, plating a run in the opening inning, but the Colts responded with authority, scoring three runs in the bottom of the second and two more in the third to seize a commanding 5-1 lead. Portland’s bats continued to stay hot, adding two runs in the fifth. Both teams traded a run in the sixth, keeping the Colts ahead 8-2. Portland further solidified their dominance with three more runs in the eighth inning. A late two-run home run by a local Bellingham player in the ninth rounded out the scoring, with the Colts cruising to an 11-4 victory. While the Colts showcased their dominance once again, the victory was marred by concern as Homer Mock sustained an injury in the ninth inning. With the championship series looming, the team will anxiously await news on his condition, hoping he can recover in time for what promises to be an intense and competitive showdown.