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amead17 · 04-06-2025, 02:03 PM

October 16th, 1901
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Percival Holloway Travel Journal Entry

Edwin and I made the familiar five-hour journey back to Philadelphia yesterday, once again passing through New York with anticipation building for Game 6 of the World Series. The atmosphere in the city was electric, with the Philadelphia Athletics hoping that home field advantage would help them seal the championship. Meanwhile, the Boston Beaneaters were determined to force a decisive seventh game.

Today’s pitching matchup was a repeat of Game 3: Bill Duggleby took the mound for Boston, having earned the win in their last meeting, while the Athletics sent Nixey Callahan back to the hill.

It was a crisp autumn day at Columbia Park—55 degrees with a light 10 mph breeze under clear blue skies. Edwin and I joined 8,653 hopeful fans, all eager to see the hometown team make history.

As has been the trend throughout the series, pitching dominated the day. Both starters were in fine form, and runs were scarce. The Athletics struck first in the bottom of the 3rd when John Anderson crossed the plate. A single from Danny Green set things in motion, and a costly throwing error by the Beaneaters allowed Anderson to score, giving Philadelphia a 1–0 lead.

Boston responded promptly in the top of the 4th. Jesse Burkett reached on a single and slowly advanced around the bases. A sacrifice fly by Pete Childs moved him along, and he scored on a well-placed single to center by Phil Geier, tying the game at 1–1.

From there, the tension only grew as the innings passed without further scoring. In the bottom of the 9th, with the crowd on edge, Frank Shugart worked a leadoff walk. Joe Dolan laid down a perfect bunt to move him into scoring position. Then, to everyone’s surprise and delight, pitcher Nixey Callahan stepped to the plate and laced a clean single into left field. Shugart rounded third and raced home, sliding in just ahead of the throw to clinch a 2–1 victory for the Athletics—and the World Series title.

Callahan was deservedly named Player of the Game for both his strong pitching and his game-winning hit. Danny Green, with his consistent impact throughout the series, was honored as the Player of the Series.

Excitement is rippling across Philadelphia. Word is spreading that the mayor is planning a grand parade to celebrate the championship. If so, it promises to be a spectacle we won't soon forget.

04-06-2025, 02:03 PM	#116
amead17 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2013 Posts: 8,395	October 16th 1901 October 16th, 1901 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Percival Holloway Travel Journal Entry Edwin and I made the familiar five-hour journey back to Philadelphia yesterday, once again passing through New York with anticipation building for Game 6 of the World Series. The atmosphere in the city was electric, with the Philadelphia Athletics hoping that home field advantage would help them seal the championship. Meanwhile, the Boston Beaneaters were determined to force a decisive seventh game. Today’s pitching matchup was a repeat of Game 3: Bill Duggleby took the mound for Boston, having earned the win in their last meeting, while the Athletics sent Nixey Callahan back to the hill. It was a crisp autumn day at Columbia Park—55 degrees with a light 10 mph breeze under clear blue skies. Edwin and I joined 8,653 hopeful fans, all eager to see the hometown team make history. As has been the trend throughout the series, pitching dominated the day. Both starters were in fine form, and runs were scarce. The Athletics struck first in the bottom of the 3rd when John Anderson crossed the plate. A single from Danny Green set things in motion, and a costly throwing error by the Beaneaters allowed Anderson to score, giving Philadelphia a 1–0 lead. Boston responded promptly in the top of the 4th. Jesse Burkett reached on a single and slowly advanced around the bases. A sacrifice fly by Pete Childs moved him along, and he scored on a well-placed single to center by Phil Geier, tying the game at 1–1. From there, the tension only grew as the innings passed without further scoring. In the bottom of the 9th, with the crowd on edge, Frank Shugart worked a leadoff walk. Joe Dolan laid down a perfect bunt to move him into scoring position. Then, to everyone’s surprise and delight, pitcher Nixey Callahan stepped to the plate and laced a clean single into left field. Shugart rounded third and raced home, sliding in just ahead of the throw to clinch a 2–1 victory for the Athletics—and the World Series title. Callahan was deservedly named Player of the Game for both his strong pitching and his game-winning hit. Danny Green, with his consistent impact throughout the series, was honored as the Player of the Series. Excitement is rippling across Philadelphia. Word is spreading that the mayor is planning a grand parade to celebrate the championship. If so, it promises to be a spectacle we won't soon forget.