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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1915
Page
11
Edouard Fabre of Montreal, a five time attempt winner, described a rough journey to victory at Ashland. He spoke through an interpreter about his surprise finish, his past disqualification, and his plans if ever to race the distance again.
Yesterday's race ranking lists 33 finishers with clubs from Montreal Dorchester New York Boston and Philadelphia. Edouard Fabre of Richmond A C leads, followed by Clifton Horne of Dorchester and Sidney Hatch of Illinois A C in Chicago.
Mel Sheppard, famed middle distance star, was seen observing Peres and Gianakopoulos, Millrose A A runners. He noted Peres, winner of the Sea Gate Marathon, is a cold weather racer who thrives when temperatures drop, unlike yesterday’s warmth.
Victor Linart of Antwerp Belgium won the 25 mile race at Revere cycle track before 8000 fans. He led from start to finish and defeated George Wiley of Syracuse and Leon Didier of Paris by two laps and a half mile respectively. Linart’s time was 35 11 5 seconds.
In a dramatic moment during a near twenty mile race, Pores of New York faltered on the second hill and collapsed unconscious after a strong lead with Honohan. He was carried to Boston for care.
In a tight Stone Park tilt South Boston High edged Dedham 1 to 0. Fox starred on the mound for South Boston with 11 strikeouts and a run scoring on a wild throw after Harris singled. Lovely for Dedham fanned nine with three hits allowed as the decisive fifth inning play broke the scoreless tie.
Samuel Weiner captain of Malden High School track team won the 4 mile cross country race held yesterday under the Young Men's Hebrew Association of Malden.
The ice around the Arena remained and 500 fans including 50 women welcomed Jess Willard in his champion debut. Tom Jones led the reception with John L. Sullivan and Monahan, then the party traveled to Kansas City for four days, then Omaha, and a six month window before a title defense.
John L. Sullivan, the famed old champion, salutes Jess Willard in Boston as Willard arrives with Monahan. Fans roar at Sullivan’s presence while Willard and entourage head to the Copley Square Hotel for interviews and baths after the long journey.
Teddy Carroll of Springfield shatters Readville track mark with a mile in 48 2 5 seconds and wins all three professional events on a dusty fast track. Donald Pope of Boston places second in the 35 mile race as crowds arrive by motorcycle and car under ideal racing weather. No serious accidents reported.
Boston College High School clinched its third straight win at the old South End grounds, defeating Brockton High 8 to 1. Rob Gill pitched seven innings, allowing four hits and none reach base until the fifth. Ed Rogers led BCH with four hits, while Brockton’s Carroll stood out for the visitors.
Malden High defeated Melrose High yesterday 4 to 2 in the opening game of the Suburban league. Melrose pitcher J. Ross allowed 10 hits and struck out 12 as his team struggled on offense.
Captain Fitzgerald of Somerville High School pitched poorly and walked five as Rindge pushes ahead with a two run hit by Ce darstrand. Metevier of Rindge stars with solid fielding while St Angelo errs on a homer misplay. Final score not provided.
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