In a spectacular display of skill and teamwork, the Gatewood-Browns, Moberly’s own speedy Negro team, showcased their superiority over the Jefferson City Mohawks during the Emancipation Day celebration. The two-game series, held at Lockwood Park, concluded with the Browns sweeping the Mohawks with decisive victories of 14-1 and 6-3.

The first game on Saturday afternoon saw the Browns in exceptional form. They dominated the field, scoring a total of 14 runs in just 8 innings. Jewell, the Browns’ hurler, was nearly untouchable, allowing the Mohawks only a single run from three scattered hits. The Browns’ offensive strength was evident as they methodically dismantled the Mohawks’ defense.

Sunday’s game presented a more balanced contest. Both teams tightened their defenses, each managing to secure only five hits against the opposing pitchers. Dameron, a newcomer to the Browns, pitched for the team. The Mohawks started strong, scoring one run in the first inning, which the Browns matched in the third. The fourth inning remained scoreless, but the Browns took a 2-run lead in the fifth. The Mohawks rallied in the eighth when K. Kirkpatrick, their right fielder, hit a home run, bringing in Smith, the second baseman, and tying the game.

However, the Browns sealed their victory in the bottom of the eighth inning. Shropshire, Gossitt, and Smith, the local left fielder, collectively pounded out a 3-run lead that the Mohawks could not overcome in the ninth inning. The final scores by innings reflected the Browns’ prowess:

• Saturday: Gatewood 110 006 24x – 14 12 5; Mohawks 000 001 000 – 1 3 3
• Sunday: Gatewood 001 020 03x – 6 5 4; Mohawks 100 000 020 – 3 5 4

The batteries for the games were:

• Saturday: Browns – Jewell, Davis, and Gossitt; Mohawks – Mulkey, Price, Kirkpatrick, and Chappel
• Sunday: Browns – Dameron, Shropshire, and Davis; Mohawks – Kave and Stapleton

Looking ahead, the Browns are set to face the Sedalia Boosters next Sunday at Lockwood Park. The Boosters, a formidable team with a record of 17 wins and only two losses, will feature Sherman, their star pitcher, and a strong lineup that includes three players from Kansas City.

The series was a significant highlight of the Emancipation Day celebration, reflecting not just the athletic talent but also the vibrant community spirit that defines these annual gatherings.

This historical account is based on an article from the Moberly Monitor-Index and Moberly Evening Democrat, Moberly, Missouri, published on Monday, August 5, 1935.