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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1918
Page
9
In New Orleans on April 7 more than 5000 fans witnessed an 13 inning game between the Red Sox and the Dodgers. Hickman hit a long triple in the 13th and Mitchell followed with a run producing hit to give the Dodgers a 4 3 victory.
The Red Sox played ragged ball as losses piled up with poor base running and weak hitting. Ruth and Schang produced late threats but the Dodgers pulled ahead on Marquard, Olson, and Daubert's plays. Hickman’s triple and Mitchell’s single sealed Brooklyn's 18th inning win over Boston.
After a year hiatus William F. Rprophys will be back on the diamond with a fast term. Manager George Swerling seeks to form a league with Park A. A. Armstrong Cubs and Cooper A. C. from the North End. Carl Newman to pitch for the Brophys with Joe Green as catcher.
The Chicago Americans were shut out 3 to 0 by Fort Worth in Fort Worth Texas. Williams and Schalk formed the Sox battery while Fort Worth collected six hits. The Sox offense produced only two hits in the game.
The Boston Athletic Association hosts the national boxing championships with John Savage of Cleveland slated to represent the Central Association in the 175 pound and heavyweight divisions. Notable entrants include Charley Parker Willie Corbett J Fra zetti Hugh Ramsay C W Connolly and Frank Chappetta. Multiple bouts including Greb vs Chip and Conifrey vs Bosyash are projected with Terry Lee as referee. Byran Downey arrives to face Tommy Robson in Malden while Chick Suggs and Johnny Gray prepare for Rollaway matches.
Frank Gaffney outlines a busy scholastic baseball week in Greater Boston. Newton High hosts Needham at Claflin Field while English High travels to Concord to face Middlesex School and other matchups unfold across districts including Lynn English vs BrBrighton and Swampscott against Wakefield with several private and public schools scheduled throughout the week.
Columbus lightweight Downey makes his East debut against Tom Robson at the Grand Opera House on Wednesday night. Downey’s manager Tom Jones predicts an easy win, citing Downey’s strong Western record and Downey’s tough style against Robson who is in shape after a recent illness.
Patsey Cline, New York light welterweight, faces Phil Bloom of Brooklyn at the Douglas A. C. of Chelsea in a stacked program. Also feature Billy Carney against Battling Nelson, Johnny Gray versus Kid Lee for Chelsea featherweight honor, and Bobby Dyson meeting Kid Lewis in the opener.
The Yokel Gardner bout at Grand Opera House Thursday night will determine the challenger for Professor Bobby Mainfort of the University of Virginia. Mainfort may be delayed by duties but has requested a leave of absence, which he hopes authorities will grant later in the season.
In Austin Texas on April 7 the New York Nationals defeated the Cleveland Americans 6 to 0. Barnes and Tesreau pitched for the Giants while Groom started for Cleveland and Billings caught for New York. McCarty was the catcher for the Giants.
Oklahoma City April 7 Hughey Jennings outfit looked good as Detroit defeated Cincinnati Nationals 5 to 2. Mitchell and James held their opponents to three hits while the Tigers defense made only two errors."}
A promotional notice urges citizens to support the war effort by purchasing Liberty Loan Bonds. It appeals to individual responsibility and patriotism, framing bond purchases as essential action for national defense. The message emphasizes civic duty and financial support as a collective wartime strategy.
Colonel Joe Miller may promote the Willard Fulton mass after all as no investors surface to stage the bout. Miller has waited for real money while Mike Devaney leads the navy relay team for the Boston Marathon relay Patriots Day amid difficulty lining up members. Joie Ray of the Illinois A. C. dominates mile racing with 4 29 over Eddie Fall. The White Sox face Texas league uncertainty as season nears. Joe Wood predicts Reds with Fred Toney could edge the Giants for NL pennant. Benny Leonard plans a comeback after army duty in Philadelphia with boxing aid expected tonight.
A terse sports note suggests the opponent will be handled with ease, forecasting a straightforward win for the team. Names and specifics are sparse, but the tone points to a confident matchup assessment in the upcoming event.
The 1918 Dorchester High football captain is Scholastic-Gerald Shea who played end last season and did a fine job. The Cleveland team still lists Joe Wood as a member. No deal to bring him back has occurred since his departure from the Red Sox.
Paris April 7 Georges Carpentier the French heavyweight champion says he will not travel to the United States to box but will devote his convalescence to teaching physical culture and boxing at the Norman Gymnastic School in Joinville He hopes to resume aviation work once fully recovered from head injuries sustained in an airplane fall and this marks his first disclosure of the injury.
Neal R. O'Hara notes Harvard faces a livelier schedule in 1918 with strong prospects in crew and baseball. Track may lag due to lack of weight athletes, while Princeton looms in the three-way track meet at New Haven May 25. The baseball squad shows steady improvement as opening sessions begin April 27 at Cambridge. Rowing season will be five weeks long with early safety measures and coaching plans.
Spartanburg April 7 Braves guests at Camp Wadsworth hosted by General E Leroy Sweetser and aides Lieutenant Mal Logan Lieutenant George Kyle and others. Dinner by the general's Massachusetts crew. players included George Brickley Joe O'Dea and Carl Holman. Rain delayed next engagement and team faces weak form and need for new pitching and infielders before the National league race. Chief Stallings not with team yet. Hapgood reports he will arrive tomorrow.
Members of the Ladies Kennel Association of Massachusetts gather at the Hotel Touraine this afternoon for their April meeting. President Mrs Gardner A Whitney of Brookline will preside, with discussion focusing on the annual charity bench show planned for Norumbega Park in June.
St. Louis Americans edged the St. Louis Nationals 2 to 1 in the spring city series opener. May led with seven hits for the Americans while Lowdermilk provided the lone Cardinals safety.
Boston Providence Motor Transport runs motor trucks daily between Boston and Providence. Call Camby 2127 for schedules and rates.
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