twenty minutes to three
`` I do , anyway . '' The umpires were Mr. Cochran , of the Y.M.C.A. , chosen by Clearfield , and Mr. Vokes , who had officiated at the first game between the two teams , the Point 's selection . The latter gentleman was on bases and Mr. Cochran umpired at the plate . At twenty minutes to three Clearfield trotted into the field to the cheers of the audience , and Gordon , taking a nice new ball from Mr. Cochran , ascended the stand to where Mr. Brent sat . `` Mr. Brent , '' said Gordon , `` we 'd like very much to have you throw out the ball to us , sir , if you do n't mind . '' `` Throw out the ball ! '' exclaimed Mr. Brent .