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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1903
Page
3
New York Aug 21 Jeffries wires to miner Jack Munroe that he will pay $10,000 if Munroe can stand before him for four rounds in a proposed fight. The exchange follows Munroe's challenge for a bout.
The article celebrates Chelsea’s historic pride led by Jimmy Briggs and Sandy Ferguson, framing them as pivotal figures in reviving Chelsea’s reputation. It links Chelsea’s legacy to Bunker Hill and foresees future recognition of local heroes in historical fame. Chelseaites celebrated yesterday as history underscores their battles and notable citizens.
A lively local column recalls Sandy's bold boasts and celebratory flags in Chelsea while noting disputes over colored heavyweight claims. It references Billy Golden, Bob Armstrong, Fergusona, and Jeffries vs Corbett debates, plus plans for bouts in Boston and Whittier Square era venues.
This afternoon at Nightingale's Field Dorchester meets Arlington in a highly anticipated Boston area semi-professional game. Arlington has beat Wellington, Dorchester's rival, and Bradford plans to field his strongest lineup for the contest.
Brighton faces Wellington at Dorchester High School Athletic Field this afternoon. Manager Lyon of Wellington seeks a top game of the season as the 3 20 kickoff time is set for the match.
A 1903 rule alteration requires seven players on the line of scrimmage in the center field and allows the quarterback to advance the ball five yards from the snap, with new midfield five yard lines added to aid officials in judging the distance. The center section will resemble a checkered area with precise five yard markings.
Bonner Memorial meet resumes at Brighton Beach before 8000 spectators after a one day delay. The 20000 Bonner stake for 2 12 trotters sees Hawthorne, a rank outsider, prevail as Billy Buck sells down to 700. Judge Greene wins the 5000 John H Shultz purse for 4 year olds in straight heats. The Roman falters in the 2 09 trot while Strathliner topples Page Hal in the 2 12 pace and Dillon Boy upsets Millard Sanders in the 2 16 trot.
A major event features MacLean, Walthour, and Caldwell in a three cornered race at Revere cycle track this evening. All three are trained to the distance and in good condition. They have secured the best pace and will start on even terms from the tape. The contest promises to be highly engaging with close competition anticipated.
The visiting amateurs will stay to compete in two events of the evening, so the championship contest will effectively continue.
A day of racing near Holyoke ended with a spate of accidents. Senator Bennett, John Bennett of Jacksonville, broke his arm after a trolley collision. Ned Perry fell in the 2:16 pace heat, breaking his leg. Sayles avoided injury in the 2:20 trot mishap as Juno was driven into the fence. Lake Queen won the unfinished 2:18 trot heat. Pascus Jr. was barred amid ringer allegations. Chum Boy set a new 2:16 pace heat record.
Baseball notes recount St Louis game times and the Collins team turning tables on Chicago since leaving Boston, with six wins in nine. Dorchester hosts Arlington and Wellington vs Brighton while Pittsburg and the Giants split results, Neponset A A facing American Steam Gauge, and Rexfords at Glendale Park. Local cheers hail Hugh McBreen after a wedding and honeymoon.
Dr. Allan Monroe Newman 2d, a Providence dentist and former amateur player, died at Pawtucket General Hospital after being struck by a foul tip during a local game. He gained early fame with Attleboro in 1897 and later played for Brown University, the University of Pennsylvania, and teams in Pawtucket and Providence. He was 24 years old.
In Newport Rhode Island August 21 W J Clothier appears set to face younger Doherty for the right to challenge Larned for the national championship. Doherty is expected to default to his brother in the fifth round, setting Clothier to meet H Doherty in the semi finals after a steady win and a late rally from Ward. The match score read 6 2 6 4 5 7 7 6.
An advertisement lists Chamberlain shirts at 2.00 and best patterns at 1.00, including good patterns and patterns for bosom wear. Also features Lot numbers for hose and braces, 260 Hose, and soft hats with about 12 dozen available.
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