Braves Lose to Yankees 2 to 1 in midseason tilt
In Macon on April 2 the Boston Braves fell 2 to 1 to the New York Yankees in a lively midseason contest. Nehf allowed six hits over six innings, while Munroe struggled before being relieved. Pipp and Baker produced the Braves’ only run on a seventh‑inning rally, as Wickland was thrown out at the plate trying to score from second. Attendance reached 2,810 with Camp Wheeler soldiers among the crowd.
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William Shurtleff Elected Lexington High Baseball Manager
William Shurtleff, a new student manager, was elected at a special Lexington High School Athletic Association meeting yesterday for the baseball team in Lexington.
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William Shurtleff
Lexington
Lexington High School Athletic Association
Athletic notes link to Dempsey bout and ring plans
Sparrow Robertson is named as Overseas Y M C A athletic director with strong insider knowledge. Porky Flynn gets a $700 offer and trip to meet Jack Dempsey in St Louis on April 8. Penn State boasts a 9.35 second century man, Billy Ganzemuller, while Mike Collins won’t let Fred Fulton fight until the Willard mill is settled. Jimmy Henigan trains for the Jamaica Central 10 mile on April 19 near Patriots Day, with Yale Bowl discussed as a Willard Fulton site. Dan Howley’s Red Sox loss could lift Indianapolis by supplying a strong minor league leader.
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Jack Dempsey
St. Louis
West End
Mike Collins
Fred Fulton
Jess Willard
Fulton
Mike
Willard
Jack Johnson
Jimmy Henigan
Jamaica
Jimmy
Corks in a race and Willard title odds debate
A reader weighs corks in running noting one man swore by gripping them while another argues runners can perform without them after a forgetful lapse. The column shifts to heavyweight title talk as BP speculates Fulton or Willard would claim or retain the crown depending on a no decision bout. It then recalls Joe Wood tying Walter Johnson with 16 straight wins and asks the year.
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Jess Willard
Fulton
Willard
Joe Wood
Walter Johnson
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Harvard Oarsmen Take Strength Tests At Randolph Gym
Harvard oarsmen spent yesterday afternoon at Randolph gymnasium taking strength tests instead of rowing on the Charles. All varsity and 1921 crews underwent Harvard athletic physicals. Late in the day the first varsity eight rowed briefly with Coach Haines in the motor launch, while lower varsity and freshman boats rested.
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Boston College Team Trains Hard Ahead of West Point Game
Captain Gildea and Trainer Fowler directed two long BC baseball sessions. Morning drills tested infielders and catchers in the outfield while afternoon action featured a full nine innings with all players taking part. Gildea will select the traveling squad after tomorrow's final practice before the West Point matchup.
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West Point
Houston 1 White Sox 0 in windy Texas league game
The world champions were beaten 1 to 0 by the Houston team in a fast game at Houston. The Chicago Americans posted 6 4 0 while Houston recorded 1 6 1. Williams Shellenback Schalk Lee Glenn Hoffman and Noyes Hyatt were in the lineup.
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Shean's Run Wins For Sox in 16th
In Dallas on April 2 16 innings were needed as the Boston Red Sox beat the Dodgers 7 to 6. Dave Shean delivered the key hit in the 16th after Johnnie Evers fell ill on the train, with Amos Strunk and Whiteman driving in runs. Babe Ruth struggled for both teams. Evers was reported sick with a fever after reaching Texarkana.
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Boxing Gossip 2 Feature bouts and rival matchups
Boxing gossip notes upcoming Chelsea Chelsea feature bout Phil Bloom versus Patsy Cline set for next Monday night winner to face Eddie Shevlin or Mel Coogan. Johnny Donovan seeks Frankie Britt match after proving his punch. Bobby Dyson declines Young Labore bout. Labore praised. Mel Coogan vs Oscar Gardner headlines Newport card. Powers of Malden to box Newport soldier in 10 rounds. Downey to meet Robson next week at Grand Opera House. Robinson vs Kid Norfolk feature at Commercial A. C. includes large handicap on Robinson. Hammey vs O Brien at Trinity A. C. Cambridge. Sullivan’s Garden bouts recap and past opponents.
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Eddie Shevlin
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Malden
Newport Soldiers
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Tommy Robson
Grand Opera House
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George Robinson
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Shawkey Enlists as Chief Yeoman in Naval Reserve
PHILADELPHIA April 2 Bob Shawkey pitcher of the New York American league team enlisted here today as a chief yeoman in the Naval Reserve. Shawkey went with the Yankees on the training trip last month but left the team after being notified a local draft board had placed him in Class 1. His home is in this city.
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Naval Reserve
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Yankees
Pirates 2 Athletics 1 in Jacksonville game
Pirates beat Athletics 2 to 1 in Jacksonville. Pitchers Hamilton Miller Jacobs Schmidt Gregg Myers Perkins credited with the win losses not fully listed.
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Kansas City Defeats Cardinals 7 to 4 in Kansas City
Kansas City, an American Association club, overwhelmed the St. Louis Nationals by 7 to 4 in Parson, Kansas. The game featured hitters Watson Knetzelnick Walker Gonzales Brock Smith Hubbell and Onslow in the scoring lines and box score.
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Gillette Service Week Promotes Better Shaving Knack
A Gillette Service Week advises consumers to learn proper shaving technique from Gillette experts and dealers. It stresses tilting the handle correctly, keeping the blade near flat against the skin, and using short slanting strokes to avoid scraping and improve daily shaves.
The Meaning of Gillette Service
The Gillette Service Experts and dealers urge proper shaving technique. Learn to lather thoroughly tilt drills to avoid scraping and use short slanting strokes with a flat blade edge. If trouble persists consult a Service Expert to achieve a 100% velvet smooth Gillette shave.
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