Shevlin Ward Battle Promised In Revere Tonight
Unity Club of Revere hosts a 10 round boxing card at the Revere track with Eddie Shevlin vs Ward headlining. Promoter Col Bob McKirdy delayed last night’s bout due to weather but the show proceeds tonight with Williams vs Jones and Shyne vs Corbeery among semi finals and undercard bouts.
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Fireworks Reproduction of Leonard Tendler Bout Promised
Billy Gibson and Phil Glassman managers of Benny Leonard and Lew Tendler vow to stop fireworks replays of the Tendler Leonard bout at Braves Field on Wednesday night August 16. They claim fireworks infringe on managerial rights and threaten legal action, yet the show proceeds amid public interest and legal scrutiny.
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Bridget's to Tackle Sweet Diamond Team
Business Manager James F. O Halloran of the St. Bridget's nine at Lexington said the twilight game against the Boston nine at Lexington Athletic Field, announced for Wednesday, will not be played this week but likely rescheduled for the following Wednesday. O Halloran is arranging strong clubs in Greater Boston for this month.
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Lexington Caseys Play Framingham Postponed Rain Date
Manager John F Sacketts of the Lexington Knights of Columbus nine is booked for a twilight game with the Iburnville Athletic Association of Framingham postponed from last Friday on account of rain for next Sunday evening in Framingham. Lexington will also face the Arlington town team at the Lexington Athletic Field next Sunday afternoon.
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Nat Ray Dominates Opening Grand Circuit Meet
Nat Ray of Cleveland former Toronto rider won two of the three events at the second Grand Circuit racing meet in North Randall Ohio. His mount Peter the Brewer owned by Ed Stout of Pontiac Michigan won the press trot valued at 5000 dollars, the feature of the card.
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Horse Racing At Davenport 2:14 Pace Results And Storm Delay
Peter the Brewer wins Straight heats in 2:14 pace division one with Robert Direct guiding. Buddy Mac takes division two while Eleanor Guy reverses a second heat decision. A heavy storm halts racing after the first 3:04 heat, with events to resume if possible. Edward F Geers absent for the first time since 1880.
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Tom O'Rourke in Mixup With Boxing Scribe
New York boxing official Tom O'Rourke faces possible arrest on a charge of assaulting boxing writer Eddie Forbes during the Pepper Martin against Kid Sullivan bout. O'Rourke attempted to pull Forbes from his seat as Forbes claimed he was more militant than any commissioner.
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To Honor Tiny Maxwell With Big Memorial
The memory of Tiny Bob Maxwell, sportsman and official, will be honored with a monument in Philadelphia. Maxwell died six weeks ago in an automobile crash near the city after delaying aid to others at the scene.
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Boxing Gossip Delays Bout and Torch Light Rumors
Rain forced last night’s Shevlin versus Ward bout at Revere Cycle Park to be postponed to this evening. The column notes boxing’s uneven local success and includes claims by Johnny Dundee about Leonard, Bill Stacey pursuing Trembly, and plans for Trembly to fight Greb or Robinson. It also discusses New York boxing politics, Dempsey and Wills speculation, Leonard’s finances, and a potential Ellie Graves bout with Al Delmont at a Legion post event.
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Boxing legends and Labor Day boxing card in Providence and St Paul
W. I. Corbett argues Sullivan not world champion while Jeffries earned the title via Peter Jackson. Matt Hinkel will referee a 12 round bout Young Montreal versus Terry Martin in Providence on Labor Day. Jack Reddy promotes Billy Miske versus Fred Fulton in St Paul August 11 likely drawing $25,000 gate.
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Ogg Tops The Pro Golfers In Worcester Meet
In Worcester at the Worcester Country Club Dan Goss and Willie Ogg shared honors in the New England Professional Golfers Association event. Ogg shot 73 75 for 148 and won a 25 prize. Goss took the low net with 76 78 1 handicap of 8 for 146.
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Berlin Nightlife and Yank Adventures in 1922
Berlin reports a colorful mix of American visitors in 1922 wartime Berlin. The piece depicts crass betting on German marks, scarce large bills, street panhandlers, and a blend of music and theater scenes. It notes cabbies in tin hats, Americans as critics and writers, and the Wintergarden vaudeville house as a marquee venue.
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International League scoreline for Baltimore Newark Buffalo Toronto
In a doubleheader style listing the International League results Baltimore 6 Newark 4 and Buffalo 6 Toronto 4 in 10 innings. Buffalo then blanked Toronto 3 0 in a 24 game noted sequence.
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Noted Boxing and Track Moments Stir Sports Fans
Armory A A avoids outdoor boxing in summer. Bob McKirdy seeks success in the Shevlin Ward bout at Revere. Nat Butler, Charlie Paddock and Davis Cup tennis draws draw crowds amid chatter on jumping finishes and boxing myths. Georges Carpentier and Dempsey sparring notes surface from a France to US view.
First Amateur 100 yards Record Credited by AAU
DD R S-Dan Kelly was first credited by the AAU as the amateur to run 100 yards in 03-5 seconds. Kelly never showed faster than 101-5 either before or after that alleged record performance. Alec McL en was his manager at the time. Harry P Natick Old colored printer Bob Brown is alive and was an official at the Scotch Picnic last Saturday.
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Harvard Varsity Rowing Club Names New Committee
Alexander Ladd of Milton leads the Harvard varsity crew to announce the Graduate Rowing Committee for the coming college year. The panel will pick the coach for the season and lists members including Robert F. Herrick, Major Fred Moore, Dr. R. H. How, and others with Ed Brown favored by some, though a Harvard man may be chosen later.
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Molla Wins Couple of Soft Tennis Matches in Open
Molla Bjurstedt Mallory the women's tennis champion won two matches in the opening round of the Metropolitan Singles Championship at Nassau City Club Glen Cove. She defeated Mrs. Wil M. Ellis of the home club and Jessie Gott of Brooklyn, each by one game.
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Montreal Lightweight Monty Edges Curtin in Ten Rounds
Young Montreal of Providence fights Irish Johnny Curtin in Clinton for ten rounds. Crowd expected a draw as Curtin led early with lefts and right crosses, but Montreal mounted a rally in rounds four through ten to win the decision on points from the judges.
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McLoughlin the Comet Staging Comeback Tour
From the coast comes word that Maurice E. Loughlin, the Comet of these courts and former world singles doubles champion, is staging a comeback. Some experts say his sting remains strong and accurate, rivaling the form that defeated Nort Brooks and Anthony Wilding years ago.
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Anthony Wilding
Veteran Tennis Stars Show Enduring Skill At Seabright
In Seabright a veteran field led by Bill Johnston and B N Williams faced younger rivals Frances Hunter and Robert Kinsey in a tournament. Johnston and Williams remain competitive though nearing retirement, while the younger players push for advancement.
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Robert Kinsey
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Family cheers as daughter’s rowing crew shines in Worcester
George Tuohey speaks of pride after his daughter Hele guides a girls eight in Worcester. Photographs show him beaming as he watches the crew, reflecting a joyful family moment at the regatta.
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