Giants Primed to Win Pennant
The Giants led by John McGraw enter 1922 with a strengthened lineup and top infield. Kelly Frisch Bancroft and Heinie Groh anchor a strong attack and defense aimed at outdistancing Boston St Louis Pittsburgh and rivals. Pitching remains solid though not the era’s top, and optimism runs high for a championship bid in a stronger National League.
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Babe Ruth Homers as Yankees Triumph Over Dodgers 12 to 8
Babe Ruth hit a home run as the New York Yankees defeated the Brooklyn Dodgers 12 to 8 in San Antonio. The Yankees outhit the Dodgers but held the lead with strong pitching and timely hitting, supported by Hoyt Murray Schang Cadore Shriver Taylor Hungling Miller in the batteries.
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Somerville Picks Freshman Captain For Next Hockey Season
Captain Dan McFayden of Somerville High, a freshman and standout on the pitching staff, has been elected to lead the hockey team next season as outer defense. His selection marks a notable early leadership role for a promising player.
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Local boxing results from Brockton Olympia A C
Harry Carlson of Brockton defeated Willie Gradwell of Somerville in ten rounds at the Olympia Athletic Club last night. In the semi finals Young Nelson of Brockton beat Johnny Scully of South Boston after eight hard rounds.
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Braves End Camp Work With Final Florida Workout
In St Petersburg Florida Fred Mitchell reports the Braves held their last camp workout at Waterfront Park this afternoon. Veterans finished while rookies face another session tomorrow. The team departs for Tampa for the windup game of the series with the Senators in sunny Florida.
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Braves Edge Griffmen in Five Inning Scrimmage at Spring Training
In a 2 to 1 win for the Regulars over the Yannigans the game lasted five innings with Lansing and Townsend on the mound. Putnam impressed as a promising recruit and may be returned to the squad before the season ends. Tomorrow in Tampa Watson and Marquard may start as Boston pursues another win to curb the American Leaguers in the series.
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Navy Wins Intercollegiate Gym Meet at Walker Memorial
The United States Naval Academy gym team swept the meet at Walker Memorial Gym by 84 points, with Princeton second at 12 and NYU third at 6. J. B. Pearson led by winning the all around and parallel bars, while T. A. Cory finished runner up and W. C. Creamer took third.
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Boxing results from Salem and nearby cities reported
Eddie Mahoney of San Francisco defeated Thomas Cordley of Gloucester in ten rounds at Salem. Frankie Ryan of Everett defeated Billy Campbell of Worcester in eight rounds. Joe O'Brien of Roxbury stopped Soldier Scott of Plattsboro in three rounds. Goldberg defeated Webber in three rounds. Young Mack of Lynn stopped Francis in one round.
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Muddy Ruel Signs Red Sox Contract and Delays Report
Harold Muddy Ruel star catcher for the Boston Red Sox has accepted a contract offer and signed the deal but will not report to the team until April 11 in Boston. The move follows a dispute over a larger salary with owner Harry Frazee who initially balked at his demand. Ruel’s signing closes the negotiation and solidifies his return to the roster.
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Red Sox prep for barnstorming trip to Boston in 1922
Muddy vows to catch every game this season after rejoining Frazee and Ruel in a signed plan. The team works out at Vapor Valley before the Ozarks trip, with Boston opener set for next Tuesday. Duffy faces a shortstop decision as Pinky Pittenger recovers from a bruised wrist.
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Battle for New England Merman Titles
Three New England amateur swimming championships were held at the Cambridge Y M C A to close the season. George Algar of Brookline won the 50-yard freestyle with Chandler Woods second in 21 seconds. Ray Millaird of Newton Y M C A won the 10-yard event with Charles Woods second and Joseph McCarthy third in 1 min 5 25 sec. Edward Muir of Boston Chapter A R C won the 150-yard backstroke with Eliot Jaquith second and George Higley third in 2 min 3 sec. George Higley won four events in the Pett Patterson cup leg.
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Keda Chapman Beats Gardiner In 10 Round Fight
In Woonsocket on March 31 Keda Chapman of Chelsea defeated Young Gardiner of Newport in ten rounds. Chapman landed repeated lefts to head and body as the bout went the distance.
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Frasee Likely To Aid Red Sox In Pitching Deal
Chicago March 31 Little Dick Kerr a diminutive right hand pitcher for the White Sox may join the Red Sox to bolster their pitching staff if the trade under consideration is completed.
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White Sox still pursue Joe Dugan in Boston deal talks
Connie Mack is said to have been offered near 160000 for Joe Dugan in a Boston pact that would move him from the Athletics to the White Sox. Charley Comiskey reportedly pressed Frazee for Dugan as talks reopen with Harry Grabiner wiring Hugh Duffy from Hot Springs. Duffy would not discuss a sale and suggested Pitchers Grabiner offered plus an infielder and an outfielder from his group.
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Hot Springs
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Dunphy Leads Massachusetts Plavers in North and South Open Round One
Pinehurst notes Chris Dunphy of Hillcrest Club, former Woodland member, shot 37 over the number three course to pace the Massachusetts contingent in the North and South Open’s first round. Storm halted play. 36 holes slated for tomorrow with scores reset. Hutchison led after 18 with 70, Doyle 71, McLeod 72, Harmon 72, O’Hara 70.
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Reaume Stars in 2 1 Victory Over Toronto Aggregation
Herbert Reaume, Westminster’s reliable goaltender, starred in a 2 to 1 win at the Arena last night. The expected showdown against the Granites faltered as only Munroe was a Granite. the remainder came from Aura Lees C P R Argonauts and other clubs.
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Westminsters vs Toronto Hockey Exhibition Thriller
After a slow opening, the game became entertaining with Reaume dominating for the Westies. Britton and goalies kept the score low, Westminsters winning 2 1 as Veno Scott and Downing struck for the home side in a tight three period affair.
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Bantam boxing lineup to storm Faneuil A C next Friday
The Faneuil A C tourney features eight bantams in four 10 round bouts at Mechanics Building. Headliners include Young Montreal Providence Jabez White Albany with debut clashes Dillon Indianapolis and Goldstein Woburn. Dillon brother of former light heavyweight Jack Dillon and Goldstein regarded among top bantams.
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Pepper Martin Beats Dutch Brandt In 14 Round Decision
Pepper Martin of New York defeated Dutch Brandt in a 14 round boxing match. Herman of California earned the over Middle… placeholder text indicates other results.
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Jury Story Contest Offers $1000 in Prizes
The Boston Post invites readers to submit jury tales up to 250 words for a $1000 prize pool. Judges include Massachusetts officials and lawyers. Original stories preferred. multiple submissions credited to earliest entry. A selection will be printed in all editions. Readers urged to write to Jury Story Editor Boston Post.
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Marathon Entries Total Seventeen for Boston Race
Entries received at the B A A club house for the Boston Marathon on April 19 include William Corkery of Framingham George MacAlpine of the Dorchester Club Edgar MacAlpine of Exeter New Hampshire and Martin Silva of the Waltham Catholic Club bringing total entries to 17. A recent bout between Diggans and Handers required two stitches after a first round cut to Diggans cheek. Diggans next boxes in Portland at the Pine Tree A C show Tuesday.
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Diggans Seeks Bout With French Paul Diggans Eyes Welter Clash
Nashua welterweight Diggans would like a crack at Tommy Peanch, aiming for a title level bout. Details unclear, but a match with Peanch is the goal.
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