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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1909

Page

8

Highlanders Measure Bats With Red Sox on Home Stand

The Red Sox week at home shows batting and fielding advantages over opponents and a pitching parity with visitors. Team totals: Boston .225 vs opponents .190. fielding .960 vs .934. base running 10 to 4. Individual leaders include Speaker and Lord above .300, Walter with most games, and Gessler shining among regulars.

Red Sox Boston Bostons Ter Sox Speaker Lord Walter Gessler Stahl McConnell Wagner Ave R. H Ave Wolter P Speaker Htooper Arellanes Thone Niles Utility Spencer Seewee Sane Hooper Cicotte Steele Carrigan Morgan Danzig Rere Thoney Lord, Ib We Spencer Cessnae AG

Sox Shut Out Browns 1-0 in Chicago Debut for Scott

The Chicago Americans defeated St. Louis 1 to 0 as James Scott, a Wichita recruit in his first major league game, limited the Browns to three hits and six strikeouts. Chicago stole seven bases off Stephens in a fast, sharp pitching and baserunning display.

Chicago Chicago Americans St. Louis James Scott Wichita Kan Scott Stephens

Tigers Blank LaJoie's Naps

Detroit shuts out Cleveland 3 to 0 in a game moved to Detroit. Summers pitched well and got support as Detroit bats produced in the sixth and seventh innings. Lajoie Schmidt and Rossman supplied the key hits while Clarke was hit by a batted ball.

Detroit Cleveland Summers Lajoie Schmidt Clarke Rossman Stovall Bush McIintyre Hinchman Wright Kerin and O'Loughlin MeIntyre Nee Steer Crawford Taeee Cobb Wees Moriarity Schaefer Cesses E Goode R. F Seen Ae O Perring Eases Wveee Tajoie Eae Ane Emee Lord Ewaee Birmingham Ewee O Wright

Harvard Training Tables Start Today

Freshman track and baseball training tables begin in the union luncheon rooms today. Baseball opens with Babson Ernst Trowe Kelley and Potter. track lists Billings Cummin Dupont Vwaton Fernald King Lacey and Ran ney.

The Union Babson Ernst Trowe Kelley Potter Billings Cummin Dupont Vwaton Fernald King Lacey Ranney

High School Football Pairings Round Up in New England

The schedule lists Brockton at Lawrence Worcester at Haverhill Lynn at New Bedford and Lowell at Fall River detailing four regional matchups for the upcoming weekend.

New England Brockton Lawrence Worcester Haverhill Lynn New Bedford Lowell Fall River

Fast pace set as Hartford meets pace horses

Aileen Wilson clocked a mile in 2:20 at Hartford last week and Mae Heart ran 2:25 on Charter Oak track Thursday. Mechanic, a 6 year old with 2:133-4 mile time, is entered in purses totaling $65,000 this season with Fred Hyde to drive. Readville gears up for a busy stretch as workmen restore the track and horses jog daily. Carrie L a western mare foaled 1901 by Arthur L a Direc tum grandson with 2:05 1-4 pace is owned by James Fallon of East Orange New Jersey.

Aileen Wilson Hartford Mae Heart Charter Oak Track Mechanic Fred Hyde Readville Carrie L Arthur L Directum James Fallon East Orange N. J

O Connell Cleared To Rejoin English High Baseball

Bill O Connell returns after settling with the faculty and will likely start at short for English High in the Rindge game Wednesday. He is regarded as the fastest schoolboy shortstop in the area and a strong addition to English.

Bill O'Connell Rindge

Week in Schoolboy Baseball Sees Favorites Hit Bumps

The week saw top teams struggle as the fast St. Johns Prep squad, after three shutouts in five days, was upset. Somerville also delivered a surprise upset, as the top prep team faltered under umpire calls.

Somerville St. John’s

Interscholastic baseball opens with extra inning thrill

Boston schools and academies begin the season amid upsets as Rindge falls to Dorchester in 12 innings while Groton defeats English High. Coaches O'Reilly and Broderick push strong lineups as Newton High faces Malden and Everett High. Roxbury Latin boats suffer wind damage and water-logged craft.

Rindge Dorchester Groton English High School Stephenson John O'Reilly George Broderick Mercersburg Andover Exeter Newton High Malden Everett High Volkmann Cambridge Latin Allston Thayer Academy Newbury Street

Red Sox Open Season With Highlanders Hopeful Lineup

New York Highlanders visit Boston for four games as Stallings debuts a shifted lineup including McConnell Engle and Cree alongside Nick Knight Laporte and Elberfeld. Boston aims to tame the visitors while Lake forecasts a tough test for his pitching staff led by Steele or Cicotte. Bowerman seeks a win against McGraw’s Giants in Gotham.

Red Sox New York Highlanders Stallings Washington McConnell Engle Cree Middle Garden Boston Jack Knight Frank Laporte Norman Elberfeld Highlanders Hal Chase Lake Athletics Elmer Steele Eddie Cicotte Burchell Harry Walter Hooper Jack Thoney Bill Carrigan Mike Bowerman Doves New York Giants Gotham Bowerman McGraw Jong Mike

Week's boxing card features classy bouts and ring officials

The week showcases featherweights and lightweights with top names like Owan Moran and Frankie Nell headlining. Jimmy Briggs will officiate as referee at Lakeside A C next Wednesday for Lemoine versus Ryan after a noted Southbridge decision. Abe Attell fights Biz Mackey in Columbus with Moran and Nell also on tonight's lineup.

Owan Moran Frankie Neil Jeff Doherty Andy Parker New Haven Abe Attell Biz Mackey Columbus Bat Hurley Jack Goodman Brooklyn Bert O'Donnell Eddie Curtis Wilkesbarre Young Otto Young Josephs London Sandy Ferguson Sam Langford Tom Foley Young Mantell Porky Flynn Pat White Young Nixon Joe Kirkland Armory A. A Joe Wagner Johnny Murphy New York Kid Wolgast Frank Piento Los Angeles Kid Sullivan Tommy Murphy Baltimore Jimmy Briggs Chelsea Jimmy Lakeside A. C Webster Morris Lemoine Southbridge Jack Ryan Lemoine Ryan Briggs Owen Moran Wrngland Frankie Nell San Farnesses New Eleven Owen Bis Mackes

Boston Latin Shows Promise Under Coach O Brien

Coach Mred O Brien leads Boston Latin and eyes a run at praise, praising young Hever as a diminutive but talented shortstop and occasional pitcher. Tever is described as a capable fielder with a strong throw and hitting ability.

Boston Latin Mred O' Brien

Langford Versus Ferguson Battle Draws Big Hype At Armory

The 12 round heavyweight clash between Sam Langford and Sandy Ferguson at the Armory A. A. is billed as the week’s key fight. Langford holds the betting edge yet faces a taller heavier opponent with knockout potential, while lingering questions about a Johnson title shot loom over the bout and future matchups.

Armory A. A Sam Langford Sandy Ferguson Jack Johnson National Sporting Club London Liangford Sandy Ferguson Langford Sam Eugene Buckley

Mellody to fight Lewis in Paris

Honey Mellody travels to Paris for a planned bout with old rival Willie Lewis over Muayi. Mellody, who has reversed fortunes, believes he still bears the Triadian mark on Lewis after two prior knockouts.

Mellody Lewis Paris Honey Mellody Paree Wille Lewis Honey Willie

Doves Lead Rivals in Fielding as Boston Struggles

The Boston Nationals endured a poor week with only three total runs and a .180 team batting average while opponents hit .200. The Doves excelled in fielding at .965, contrasting with 952 for Boston, and Beau mont led with a .455 average among regulars. Sweeney improved defensively, while Beck and others declined.

Boston Nationals Bostons Doves

Cubs Hard-Fought 5-4 Win Over St Louis

Chicago finally edged St Louis 5 to 4 after a tense affair. Pfeister and Overall split pitching duties as St Louis led early but Chicago rallied with key hits including a two base shot by Konetchy and a three base hit by Sheekard. Bases on balls and fielding miscues framed the late game, with Evans Rhodes and Emslie officiating.

ST. Louis Chicago Chance Pfeister Rhodes Evans Konetchy Sheekard Tinker Konetehy Charles Zimmerman Browne Phelps Sun Umplires O’day Emslie RBI Tillis Sane Delehanty Seer Osteen Lush

Scores From Sunday Games Across Leagues

Western League games in Jersey City and Newark finished with Montreal and arenas losing 4 goal margins. Rocky Point Buffalo beat Providence 6 to 4. Southern league saw Little Rock defeat New Orleans 8 to 2. American Association match had Toledo defeating Indianapolis 6 to 3.

Jersey City Montreal Newark Arenas Rocky Point Buffalo Providence Little Rock New Orleans al Toledo Toledo Indianapolis

Freddie Welsh Meets Johnny Frayne Friday Night

Freddie Welsh will display his progress when facing Johnny Frayne Friday night. The sturdy Welshman is expected to give a strong account of himself in the ring.

Freddie Welsh New York Johnny Frayne

O'Connor Excels in Catching For English High

O Connor, the little English High School catcher, is doing remarkably fine work for the light and dark blue in the absence of Nelson the regular catcher who is nursing a boil.

O'Connor Nelson

Mign School League Schedules Highlighted in Post

The Post lists the vest pocket pamphlet with the Mign School league schedules in today’s issue, guiding local teams. It notes upcoming games and dates for Mign School activities.

Mign The Post

Pirates Hold Cincinnati to One Hit in Battle of Pitchers

Camnitz pitched for Pittsburgh and limited Cincinnati to one hit as Abstein went 1 for 1 and batted for Dubue in the ninth. Abstein and Mitchell delivered key extra-base hits while defensive plays and walks shaped the contest.

Cincinnati Camnitz Pittsburg Mitchell Abstein Dubne Dubue Mclean Klem and Wane

Acme Athletic Assn Plans Expansion In Jamaica Plain

The Acme Athletic Association of Jamaica Plain outlines plans to expand influence among city clubs. It has leased a large land plot for athletics and will host four big vaudeville shows and a dance at Arbeiter Hall Roxbury to raise funds with many prominent New England athletes expected.

Acme Athletic Association Jamaica Plain Arbeiter Hall Amory Street Roxbury New England

Bob Lee challenges Porky Flynn for return match

Bob Lee continues pursuit of a rematch with Porky Flynn after a defeat at the Armory Club. He asked Billy Pierce at the Armory Club for another bout and, with Pierce agreeing conditions elsewhere, the challenge goes out through the newspapers.

Bob Tee Porky Flynn Armory Club Porky Billy Pierce Mr. Pierce Robert Mr. Flynn Bob Billy

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