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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1911
Page
12
The piece spotlights expectations for Red Sox and Heps teams, boxing championships at Madison Square Garden on Aug 5 6, plans by Pastime A C New York, and Harvard injuries like Dud Ranney. It notes New York boxing prospects, Hub as a boxing center, and a clarification on base running rules at fair ground.
A collection of letters and Q A snippets covering Eddie Carr notes, Matthew Webb as the English Channel solo swimmer in August 1875, amateur games run by Joe McNamara at North End Park, coaching claims about Tom Longboat, Ketchel obituary date, Olympic eligibility and trials, Beverly boxing rematch notes, a Philadelphia inquiry about Royalist and Cole Car Portland, and a baseball rule clarification about forced outs and ball touches as per Spalding rules.
The Norwalk car, built in Norwalk Ohio, is shown in 35 and 4 horsepower fore door touring, open touring, runabout and torpedo forms. J D Coward of Coward Automobile Supply Co is the local agent with a torpedo model on display.
Manager Farren of the Columbia Theatre plans a wrestling feast tonight featuring Peter Getz the English welterweight champion in a title bout with Sam Anderson the local American middleweight claimant Getz won the 1910 Alhambra tournament in London in 21 minutes defeating 10 opponents and earning Lord Lonsdale's belt He is famed as a giant killer and has defeated Pat Connolly in two minutes in London last year Sam Anderson is regarded as a hard foe with undefeated confidence Lottie Oliver the 18 year old women’s wrestling champion will also perform a 10 minute mat exhibition for fans.
In optimistic notes Tris Speaker says Boston lines up against Washington with depth. Hooper Lewis Speaker and Wagner show improvement as Gardner, Bradley or Williams handle infield. Cicotte Wood and Charlie Smith in mid season form for opening battles.
Detroit reports a hard upcoming campaign with the Tigers aiming to regain their lead. Last year they scored the most runs in the league but faltered due to pitching, now improved.
Hal Chase writes from Philadelphia on April 11 about his first season as manager of the New York Highlanders. He asserts the team has been strengthened over the past year and that every player is showing strong form. He expects a competitive race with pitchers ready to perform from the start.
James M Alee r reports from Washington that the team aims to start the season strong against the Red Sox in camp. He notes only John Henry on first base is different, and that Washington will field the same lineup as last October with all players fit to go the distance. Observers predict a solid start and improvement as weeks pass.
The club announces renewed confidence for the season with all players fit and in mid season form. Pitchers and catchers are in shape and others are prepared for the opener, aiming to repeat their previous success.
Manager Hugh Duffy of the Chicago White Sox declares Detroit April 11 that winning the pennant is feasible and that his team, especially its new players, will have to battle for the league title. He asserts the White Sox currently look exceptionally strong this season.
St. Louis Browns manager Wallace says the club is stronger for the season. Austin and Laporte bolster the infield and Lefty George strengthens the pitching staff. No finish prediction is given, but the team will compete hard in every game.
Jim McGuire reports from St. Louis that every team has been strengthened and no games will be easy. The club aims to battle for all four games with St. Louis and those in Detroit as it pushes to open the season in Cleveland. The team is in good condition and determined to fight from start to finish.
Richard J. Harley, former National Leaguer and contract signatory to manage Haverhill, will not join the club this season as manager due to impracticality of playing fit. He offered to coach from the bench for a reduced salary while others handle duties. Directors appoint Daniel F. Clone to oversee finances and Harry H. Aubrey as field captain from Syracuse club.
In New Haven on April 1 the NL club reported strong spring work and confidence in a tougher lineup. They plan to challenge Boston and Bill Dahlen, claiming the team is about 50 percent stronger than four years ago. The outfield is fast and strong, with Sweeney Herzig and Ingerton expected to impress. pitchers must show form to stay in the race.
The Cincinnati coach praises the Pirates for the best training season and predicts they start strong, admitting no other major league club is in better condition to begin the year. He warns against excuses if results fall short while noting potential tougher opponents ahead.
Frank Chance says the Chicago Cubs feel strongest in 1910 as of April 11, with Cole sick but recoverable and Zimmerman poised to replace Steinfeldt. He cites New York as the main foe and seeks an even break to repeat.
Lawrence, April 11. Bill Dalhen says the team will arrive in Boston for the opening game and face a hard season. He temperates expectations, noting a backward campaign and limited time to assess the squad. He does not fear early clashes with Boston or New York and hopes to whip the Suburbas into a well oiled machine by the home stretch.
Baseball history notes St Louis fans patience with losses. They will not endure a losing season this year. The team starts the campaign against the Chicago champions tomorrow and vows a strong season start. All players are ready for the bell and eager for the fray.
Manager Clark Griffith declares Cincinnati strengthened in every department and ready to open the season with the aim of contending for the National League pennant. He predicts the Reds will cause the leader plenty of worry from start to finish.
Philadelphia manager Charley Dooin says the Athletics defeat in the preseason does not reflect the Phillies’ strength. He vows a fast start against New York and Boston and steady pacing through the season, with players in good shape and working well together.
New York April 11 The Giants manager John J M Graw says the team’s chances will be clearer by mid season and that Chicago, Pittsburgh and Cincinnati loom as strong rivals. He notes the old Giants are in form and several young players may prove valuable in the long season ahead.
New York April 11 C M Daniels world champion amateur swimmer broke the world mark for the 2 1/2 metre event by clocking 2 minutes minus part of a second at the New York A Natatorium. L B Goodwin paced the first half the distance before Daniels took over.
Brooklyn Nationals defeated the Lawrence team 9 to 6 at Riverside Park in Lawrence. Hummel hit two home runs, contributing to Brooklyn’s early lead as Mayor Cahill christened the grounds with a wine bottle. Batteries Metzer Ryan Berge for Brooklyn and Erwin Rose Welch Graymaier Tevlin for Lawrence.
Monte Attell arrives in Boston ahead of a bantamweight showdown with Al Delmont at the Armory Club tonight. Both fighters are in peak form and eye a possible clash with Johnny Conlon for the title in about a month. The card includes Mickey McIntyre backup bouts with Danny Smith, Jack Dorman, Leach Cross and other contenders.
New York April 11. Of eight cities chosen for the opening games of the major league baseball season tomorrow only Boston is expected to have fair weather. Reports indicate clear skies for Boston while conditions in other cities are unsettled.
Cambridge event draws 269 entries the largest in seasons as Soldiers Field hosts eight track and five field events. First three undergraduates in each event receive class numbers. Class captains named Seniors H Jaques Jr Juniors W H Fernald Sophomores H P Lawless Freshmen F J O'Brien.
Red Sox officials led by Donovan and John S. Taylor left Boston for Washington to join the main guard for today's opening game with McAlister's Climbers. Remaining members head to Brockton for a season opener followed by a Lynn game on Saturday.
Remarkable final round at Mechanics Building as 6000 spectators watch champions crowned Johnny Fallon Roxbury 105 lbs Tom Regan East Boston 115 lbs Frank Huefnagle New York 125 lbs James Jarvis New York 135 lbs John Eisher New York N Bontellier Boston 158 lbs and John Sevrine Boston claimed national titles in their weight classes amid lively night of boxing.
The Hub led with four wins as New York claimed three and a Boston fighter reached the finals. John Sevrino of Armory A A dominated the heavyweight class by KOing Dorsey and Cox in rapid rounds to clinch the 5 final. Fallon and Regan also achieved titles in 105 and 115 pound bouts.
In Baltimore on April 11 the Baltimore Eastern League club defeated the Philadelphia Americans 3 to 2 in a benefit game for the family of the late Si Nichols.
Jimmy Gardner of Lowell Massachusetts and Frank Klaus of East Pittsburg fought a six round draw before the Northern Club at Duquesne Garden Pittsburg on April 11 No decision was rendered Klaus pressured early and sought a knockout Gardner fought back steadily and improved in the final round before the bell ended the bout with both men evenly matched and the crowd watching closely.
More than 1000 admirers of Eddie Collins contribute to purchase an automobile for the Athletics great batsman. Connie Mack alerts Collins to avoid joy rides until after the season, noting prior autos given to Ty Cobb and Larry Lajoie.
Four distance runners from Canada and New England entered the upcoming marathon. Henri Renaud of Nashua and Bob Fowler of Cambridge lead a list that includes Gordon Wolf, Harry Jensen, and others while questions linger over Renaud amateur status.
Philadelphia wins over the University of Pennsylvania with a lopsided score. Imlay and Cozens, Beebe, Schultz, Alexander, Thomas and Dooin, Moran, McDonough, Jackley credited as batters and pitchers in the NL contest.
Providence Rhode Island April 11 The Grays defeated Brown University 2 to 1 in a close game that lasted T1 innings. The contest featured a sharp pitching duel and decisive late run by the Grays to secure the win.
In Atlantic City on April 11 Cornell edged Dartmouth by 3 to 2 in a low scoring game. Nesbitt and Abbott led Cornell with key baskets while Morey and Aiden contributed scoring support.
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