Boston Will Make Fight For Pennant This Spring
Boston Red Sox tilt with quick pitching and strong lineup. Managers praise Wood and Morgan shaping a resilient staff while veterans boost confidence for a hard season.
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1909
Page
4
Boston Red Sox tilt with quick pitching and strong lineup. Managers praise Wood and Morgan shaping a resilient staff while veterans boost confidence for a hard season.
The Chicago Cubs prepare for the season with pitchers in good form and key players back from injury. Manager Chance faces decisions as several youngsters fail to reach expected league form while veterans Kron and Arvin Watinson show promise for future roles.
Meiners of the Uitle Driving club has received approval for the Iron-Hamme event at the Bozeman fair running September 1 to 7 this year. Local entrants eye races with cautious optimism as American Association rules govern the program and purses are set for various horse and track events. Early entries close April 1 with listed classes and purse amounts including 4 600 for a 2:20 pace and other purses ranging from 400 to 300 in multiple divisions.
Wrangling over arrangements continues as Salt Lake skaters finish second in the six day event. Talks with Brid fur or Teynams linger while others seek promised purses and travel plans.
A chaotic Chicago White Sox doubleheader ends with a 4-0 win over Vernon in the opener and a 2-1 loss to the Angels in the nightcap. Fast fielding and timely hitting highlighted the early game, while late miscues cost Sox in the second contest as Vernon pitcher Timers dominated on the mound.
Chicago dated March 2 Johnson heavy weight contender J J Johnson signs to fight James J Corbett if Jeffries fails to make a definite reply within ten days He leaves for New York after meeting with Corbett manager and reports from the rendezvous indicate a possible public wagering of the bout in the near future
Campbell works with the Indians camp as Lewiston hosts a meeting to select men for the team. Manager Hines and Captain Chobe oversee the gathering while Brown scouts extra material and Captain Campbell plans military style training. Efforts aim to stock the squad with players from local pools and nearby towns.
Molin March 28 report outlines Harvard baseball candidates for infield and outfield positions as coach Pleper narrows to key contenders. Strongest bets for second base are Rowley and McLaughlin, with Wanna likely at first base. Five players vie for the remaining spots, including Dani Ferguson Thaydagk Lawrence and Ciwok, as the team finalizes its lineup for upcoming games.
Disputed as to the merits of Clo ers on the champion Amaranda unfethed will be aired tonight in a large bas ketball game at Anaconda. The lineup features Nas, Tadhet hall, Markieh, and Holly. Dan ielion and Wenger anchor guard and forward positions with Sowerwine and others rotating in. The event is billed as the Clean Contes and the Mooner Girly, promising one of the prettiest exhibitions seen this season.
Langford, a noted heavyweight contender, schedules a bout in New York amid reports of a Welterweight match with Werckel and a meet with Maria Morris. The Marathon Athletic Club hosts a 16‑round contest, with Varzis, Ross, Stewart and other top heavies also in action. Langford’s recent form draws mixed views as fans await Monday scraps.
Philadelphia report says Abe Attell, featherweight champion, will box Tommy Langdon at the Washington Athletic Club in a city bout drawing strong attention due to Attell’s hot streak and Langdon’s recent form. The bout is set for the coming night with bets and fan interest high.
Reporters note Jeffries may struggle to reach trim before a hoped return match in Melbourne. Friends doubt his conditioning, while he avoids direct answers on his plans or possible boxing strategy. Negotiations with promoter Melonish could affect promotion and financial terms for the bout.
Francisco Morel reports Monte Attell plans to win the light heavyweight crown from Sonny Coulon at Mission Street arena. Promoter Coffroth discussed terms. Attell aims to trap Coulon and force a decision while citing past victories over Walsh and Stanley as precedent for pursuit.
A long-winded Sporting Editors column surveys heavyweight boxing’s crowded field. It discusses promoters chasing the Jeffries- Johnson bout, names Jimmy Cutts and Ned Welsh as key figures, and weighs potential matchups involving Corbett, Ketchel, Johnson, and Nelson, with emphasis on who could draw big purses and the likelihood of future fights.
Slandie a prominent feature of the week with international marathon events and golf plans. Sam Langford of Hu ton meets Morris G Harris of Philadelphia tonight. Dorothy Travis of Alotelnie sails next Wednesday for two year British golf title defense. An 18.2 billiard championship finals at Madison Square Garden next Friday. College basketball opens Thursday with Yale at Georgetown in Washington.
A garbled historical note references Lan andsen Mitrell and a President figure, noting racing impacts before an anti betting law takes effect April 17. It mentions impediments to legal case work and an upcoming season, with names like Jigdwweil and Houbrenent, and hints at events around Tos tonW and Bobswell.
New York May 2. French entrant St Yves arrives to compete in the $10,000 Marathon Derby at the pole grounds on Saturday afternoon April. Munthe and others shape the field. In a first trial the Frenchman ran 37 minutes 48 seconds, promising speed for the marathon distance if he can sustain it. Raoul de Rouen, wrestling champion of Enice, failed a handicap bout to Il Klink, 49 minutes 40 seconds, then could not repeat.
A humorous column reflecting on sports culture, betting, and public attention. The writer jabs at fans, referees, and changing rules while musing on boxing, horse racing, and football footnotes. Snappy vignette tones mix wit with观察 on players, crowds, and media hype.
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