The Athletics batted around in the third inning, scoring six runs, and took an easy one from Boston, 7-4, at Columbia Park. Bones Ely made his A's debut at shortstop, going 3-for-4 at the plate, and making a sensation catch and double play on Charlie Hemphill's screaming line drive.

Catcher Harry Smith was out with an attack of appendicitis and doctors were mulling over the possibility of surgery.

Ely's arrival rendered infielder Bob McKinney superfluous so the team released him.