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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1897

Page

3

Harvard Rowing Teams Enter Final Prep for May Championship

Harvard crews, three upper-class boats and the freshman squad, moved to training tables with dedicated meals at Links and Rainsford's. The '98 and '99 eight show steady progress with noted faults in finish, while the varsity reports improved form and longer strokes under Coach Lehmann. Boxing notes report Haley versus Sullivan in New York on April 14 and Cattanach’s knockout, with St Louis emerging as a boxing hub pending a governor’s veto on a breeders bill.

Harvard Gratwick Links Massachusetts Avenue Saunders Duffield Dunlop Sullivan Sleeper Dexter Scattergood Bow Rantoul Orton Capen Rainsford's Quincey Street Kinnicutt Wadsworth Ames Fuller Marvin Lappin’s McDuffie Swift Whitbeck Donald Adams Richardson Dibblee J. J. Storrow Byrd Higginson Palmer Clark Swain Biddle Brown Saltonstall Goodridge Gray Tilton Glidden Lehmann Thomson Perkins Goodrich J. H. Perkins Holbrook Patsey Haley Dave Sulivan New York Haley Boston Jack Cattanach St. St. Louis Missouri George V. Tuohy

Boxing Gossip From The Ring And City Notes

The piece reports on AAU championships prelims in Philadelphia with no New England entrants, O'Brien slated to meet the West-Ryan winner, McKeever and Zeigler matched for Philadelphia next Monday, six rounds with no decision. It covers Corbett, Sharkey, Fitzsimmons talk, Erne’s reputation, and related boxing chatter with several fighter plans and comments.

Philadelphia New England Dick O'Brien Charley McKeever Owen Zeigler Billy Brady Corbett Asbury Park Maher-Sharkey Buffalo Sports Frank Erne George Dixon San Francisco Thomas Sharkey Vallejo Erne Dixon Jim Fitz Tom

Poughkeepsie Withdraws Offer For Varsity Regatta

W. F. Booth, head of the local regatta committee, says the group will withdraw its offer for the three school varsity race between Yale, Harvard and Cornell. The move may push the June race to New London on the Thames course. Secretary Harriss Reynolds denies any withdrawal plans and says no instructions have been given.

Poughkeepsie N. Y W. F. Booth Yale Harvard Cornell Thames New London Harriss Reynolds

Open handicap events set for April at Irvington Oval

World of Sport notes open handicap track events on April 19 at Irvington Oval with races from 100 to one mile plus discus handicap and a 25 mile Marathon from South Framingham toward the oval. Entries close April 12. Massachusetts Bicycle Corps likely to attend. no entry fee.

Malden Irvington Oval South Framingham Ashland Massachusetts Bicycle Corps Joe Whitehead Worcester Boat Club Philadelphia Dickurke Easthampton Mass Chester Race Course England John Howard Don Lucid Bannon Brothers Kansas City Jimmy Lehigh University Everett Newburyport Suburban High School Athletic Association Winchester

Yale Intercollegiate Track Meet Planned for May Day

Yale Track Athletic Association manager Gillette announced plans for an intercollegiate invitation track meet at Yale Field on May 1. Leading eastern colleges will be invited and many have agreed to participate in relay events. The meet will be separate from Yale spring games scheduled for the last week of April.

New Haven Conn Gillette Yale Track Athletic Association Yale Field Harvard Princeton Yale

Outdoor baseball practice fuels busy day for school nines

Yesterday proved ideal for practice as school teams warmed up and candidates chased spots on the regular nine. Today’s games feature Baltimore at Athens against Georgia, Vermont at Charlottesville against Virginia, and Norfolk visiting Washington, with Dean meeting Franklin School at Franklin.

Baltimore University of Georgia At Athens University of Vermont University of Virginia Charlottesville Norfolk Washington Dean Franklin School Franklin

Crescent Lacrosse Team Wins Five to Four at Didsbury

The Crescent Athletic Club of Brooklyn defeated Albert Park 5 4 in a tense match played at Didsbury. Spectator included William F. Trinnell US consul at Manchester.

London Crescent Athletic Club Brooklyn Didsbury Albert Park William F. @rinnell United States Manchester

Brookline Old-Timers Banquet Sparks Season Clash Hopes

Members of Captain Butler's and Captain Marvin's Brookline baseball teams gathered at the United States Hotels for a lively banquet. They reviewed the season ahead and predicted interesting games between the two veteran nines.

Butler Marvin Brookline United States

Letter to the Editor on doctors and folk remedies

A reader questions medical debates in the paper and asks what people did to get well before doctors. The letter laments modern doctors and praises old remedies like castor oil and herb tea while defending grandmothers and urging readers to take physic when ill.

Grannie

Vienna Mayor Resigns to Allow Dr. Lueger Election

Vienna on March 31 reports Herr Strobach, the city’s mayor, has resigned to clear the way for the election of Dr. Karl Lueger, the anti Semite leader. His prior election was annulled by the Emperor.

Vienna

Fire destroys large barn in Peabody, loss $2000

Peabody reports a large unoccupied barn owned by George H. King on Forest Street burned to the ground. The fire caused about $2000 in damage, fully insured. Fire officials noted no coins found.

Peabody George H. King Forest Street

Fruit Stand Fire Sparks Explosion at Hanover Street Stand

A kerosene lamp exploded at Deed Amon's fruit stand on Hanover street and Chessman place at 11 26 last night causing an estimated $15 in damage. An alarm came from Box 13 as responders were alerted to the accident.

Deed Amon Hanover Street Chessman Place Box 13

Prof Shaw of Hotel Pelham The Only Teacher Who Caught Me

Prof Shaw of Hotel Pelham is identified as the sole teacher who ever captured and employs my science, marking a notable claim about teaching and expertise. The statement emphasizes Shaw's unique role, suggesting a distinctive method or discovery associated with the professor and the hotel setting.

Prof. Shaw Hotel Pelham

Germanias and Roxbury Jr bowling teams in Roxbury League

The Germanias and the Roxbury Jr team competed in the Roxbury League bowling circuit. Both squads faced off in a league match highlighting local talent and team standings as the season progressed.

Germanias Roxbury, Jr Roxbury’ League

Pass That Bill Tonight At City Hospital Site Bill

A heated call urges the trustees and Common Council to approve a measure preserving the Nurses Home site for the hospital needs. Demand for reconsideration stresses that the $100,000 gift land is essential and should be secured without delay.

City Hospital A. Shuman the City Hospital L. G. Burnham Common Council

South Boston A A A forms baseball grounds and schedule

The South Boston Athletic Association held a meeting at St. Augustine's School electing James Tighe temporary chairman and Joseph Norton secretary. A three member committee will draft by laws. Grounds on Washington and Dorchester avenues are fenced and laid out with a 2000-seat capacity. Opening game is against Boston College on May 31 with Mahoney, Brown, Crawford, Meagher, Murphy, Brown, Slattery, Brown or Sullivan, and Harkins listed among players. The team opens April 19 at Marlboro.

South Boston Athletic Association St. Augustine’s School F Street James T. Tighe Joseph J. Norton Washington Avenue Dorchester Avenue Buttonwood Street Locust Street South Boston Hyde — Street Boston College Marlboro Mahoney W. Brown Crawford Meagher Murphy S.s D. Brown Bergen Slattery Sullivan Frank Harkins

Harvard Baseball Announces 27-Game Schedule

Harvard Manager Endicott released the official 27 game schedule for the varsity nine, matching last year with Yale and Princeton in the mix. Thirteen games occur away from Cambridge, with the deciding tie game against Yale moved to New York. key dates include April 10 Tufts and May 12 Virginia in Cambridge, and a potential June 1 Princeton clash.

Endicott Harvard Yale Princeton Cambridge New York Tufts Pawtucket Andover Brockton New Bedford Dartmouth Hanover Brown Providence Williams Williamstown Exeter Cornell Amherst University of Virginia University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia University of Vermont Georgetown Holy Cross Worcester Newanyon

Funeral of Rev Father Halley in Salem

The funeral for Rev. Father Halley who died in Newton will be held at the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Salem. The guard includes Holy Name and Father Mathew Societies. A solemn requiem mass is set for 10 o'clock with Rev. Thomas H. Shahan of Malden likely celebrant. Eulogy by Rev. Michael O'Brien and ceremony led by Rev. Louis Walsh. Attendance is expected from Archbishop of Boston and Bishop Matthew Harkins. Burial follows at St. Mary's Cemetery.

Father Halley Newton Louis

Bicycle Notes Highlight Curbs on Wall Sitting and Races

The piece notes new park rules banning sitting on walls and fences under penalty of up to $20. It also covers cycling events planned around Boston and New York, upcoming road races near New York, and details on clubs, badges, and a Massachusetts Bicycle Club smoker unveiling plans for a new clubhouse.

Fens Rob Urquhart Fowler P. C. Opera Patience Pease Boston New York Irvington-Milburn Lovell Fred 5 McCausland, Jr Hancock Building G. W. Dorntee Blackstone Street W. Porter Malden A. G. Frothingham Chauncy Street Abraham Alonzo J. Peck Columbus Avenue H. C. Nickerson

J. F. Jones Not Sworn In As U.S. Attorney

Boyd B Jones of Haverhill failed to be sworn in as United States district attorney for Massachusetts at noon yesterday awaiting the Washington commission. Judge Hoar presided as James Sweeney, partner to Owen A Galvin, was admitted to the bar and sworn by the clerk, then subsequently sworn in the United States Court of Appeals.

Boyd B. Jones Haverhill United States Massachusetts Sherman Hagar Washington Hoar Justice Colt James Sweeney Owen A. Galvin Sweeney United States Circuit Court United States Court of Appeals

Governor Wolcott Secrecy Denied in Martin Board Charges

Reports from the State House say the Police Board may see a change before May with the chairman and another member possibly removed. Governor Wolcott promised a public hearing soon after petition signers and General Martin agree on a date, while Martin postpones comment until the hearing.

General Martin Board of Police Commissioners State House Martin Roger Scannell George Bowen Scannell Philip Doherty B. G. Davis A. Atkins

L A W Announces Changes in Racing Board Appointments

Henry Goodman of Portland has been named a member of the racing board, taking charge of California through Montana. Handicappers named for District 1 and other regions include R F Kel sey and Charles Percival. J Michael suspended by the National Cyclists Union makes him ineligible to ride in certain states. Sanctions listed for Gallagher, Bostonian Cycle Club, Rose of New England Whiteel Club and others with dates in May to September.

Henry Goodman Portland Ore Potter California Nevada Oregon Arizona Utah Washington Idaho Montana New England Maine R. F. Q Kelsey Hartford Conn Charles G. Percival Globe Building Boston Mass Walter E Tobie Cumberland Street J. Michael National Cyclists’ Union Angel R. T. Gallagher Worcester Bostonian Cy Ae Club Cambridge Ung Men's Social Club Westfield Miss Rose of New England Whiteel Club Norwich Worcester Agricultural Society Clu

Elks Benefit At Boston Theatre This Afternoon

The Elks annual benefit at the Boston Theatre features a strong program with many city attractions. Lawrence McCarty leads the stage, promising smooth entertain­ment. hours listed for Lynn C ndeot Band, Florrie West, Sim Collins, and more. Advance demand is large and window sale expected to add a handsome sum.

Boston Elks Lawrence McCarty Lynn C Ndeot Florrie West Triceee Echotaf Sim Collins de Foreman Colleen Town Pia Blanche Walsh Fadette Orchestra Clarice Vance Goodwin Maxin Josie Harvey Castile Square Chiquita

Destructive forest blaze sweeps Rocky Point

A massive wildfire raged in Rocky Point Long Island burning over eight square miles of woodland. Homes and barns were destroyed including Dr Van R’s Middle Island residence and Robert Randall’s estate as crews from Yaphank Middle Island and nearby villages battled the wind driven flames.

Pachogue Long Island Rocky Point Yaphank Middle Island Dr. van »Rn Robert Randall

Chickasawbut Club Banquet Hosts Notables and Six New Members

The Chickasawbut Club met at Young’s last night with strong turnout. After a banquet, Sen. W. W. Towle Rep. Jones of Melrose and Rev. Perley R. Davis spoke while Henry Richardson chaired. Towle urged slowing city spending as debt nears 46 million dollars.

Chickasawbut Club Young’s W. W. Towle Jones Melrose Perley R. Davis Field's Corner Henry Richardson Senator Towle Boston Metropolitan Park District Metropolitan

Accidents Reach Emergency Hospital From City Jobs

Willis Griffin aged 49 was struck by ladder truck No 8 in front of 180 Summer street and knocked unconscious. J A Riley a machinist at Flage Manufacturing on Coln street suffered broken left ribs and a lacerated wound eight dies long. Goodwin a teamster for Waterhouse Clements had his son injured by a falling case at 149 Third street South Boston. Coleman Flaherty a teamster for Marston Converse was assaulted on Albany street and broke his left knee. Alexander Johnson at Standard Sugar Brewery suffered two ribs broken from three bags of sugar falling at work.

Willis Griffin Summer Street George E. Emerson Lynn West Green Street J. A. Riley Flage Manufacturing Company Coln Street Booth M. Goodwin Waterhouse & Clements Goodwin Third Street South Boston Coleman Flaherty Marston & Converse Albany Street Finherty Gold Street Alexander Johnson Everett Street Standard Sugar Brewery Johnson

Reliable under all circumstances is Dr. Bull's Cough Syrup

An old time advertisement extols Dr Bull s Cough Syrup as a reliable remedy for coughs and colds promising steady relief and broad trust among households as the peoples friend in daily health needs.

Bull

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