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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1915
Page
11
Beverly High and DePaul Academy will meet this afternoon in an inter sectional contest at Beverly. Both teams are confident of the outcome and they are fit for the battle.
President Lannin of the Red Sox will travel to New York late next week to attend the International League annual meeting, then depart for the American League meeting in Chicago.
The article critiques British and American views on amateur athletics expenses and governance. It notes critics in England claim expenses corrupt the system while the US debates where to draw the line. It praises A A U moves to end councillor roles at summer camps and questions paying summer councillors based on athletic reputations. Alma Richards of Cornell is referenced in context.
The article notes Beverly De Paul and Everett High face Western teams in a Beverly and Detroit Central High matchup, with Eastern schoolboy play contrasted with Western style. It also mentions Duffey’s eligibility issue, Richards’ pro remark, and speculation on Yale football coaching next year led by Johnny Kilpatrick. Hans Wagner nears 42 while his batting eye remains sharp.
DePaul coach Paupa declares a fast open game and strong line plunging as 14-man squad travels from Fenway to Beverly for a Essex county showdown. Key backs Pond Schnieder Grundman form a potent unit while Beverly’s Herron Heaphy lead a deep lineup ready to host up to 10 000 spectators.
Secretary Lane after talks with Commissioner Sells and Superintendent Lipps ruled Carlisle football would be subordinate to education. The team could continue but could not compete at intercollegiate level due to many students now in industrial jobs. Thirteen of 17 Carlisle Indians in last year’s auto factory work were on or had been on the team.
The excerpt notes total gate receipts and bout-by-bout draws are not disclosed. It directs readers to consult club directors for the remaining details.
Boston financial head Charles C. Lannin meets Pat Donovan of Buffalo amid talk the Federal League plans to raid stars like Frank Baker. Lannin dismisses the rumors, cites Baker’s ironclad Philadelphia contract, and questions Federals paying premium for New York land while eyeing Providence Grays changes.
Hanover December reports that C W Spears a guard from Dartmouth who played varsity football two years will be ineligible next fall after having played at Knox College three years ago. His loss will be keenly felt by the 1917 Green squad.
Fred Burns former Exeter Boston Latin Brown University and B A A sprinter has been engaged to coach the Noble and Greenough track team for the coming season. He is regarded as one of the best short distance men and a leading dash and relay runner in amateur ranks. He will assume duties immediately.
Nielson K. Mathews, left tackle for the University of Pennsylvania, was elected captain of the squad. Mathews, 22, a Chicago native, is a junior in the Wharton School of Finance.
Chicago December 3 Indications point to night that a summer baseball rule will be kept. Opponents lack votes to overturn the sentiment in favor of retention. Prohibition of summer jobs with golf clubs for athletes may be discussed. Nebraska Notre Dame and Michigan Aggies unlikely to join the nine. Dates for indoor and outdoor meets likely set and new president and secretary to be elected.
Enthusiasm ran high as Boston College High School staged its first junior inter class meet. Many events required Monday races due to heavy entries. Winners included Emmet 18 in the 2 1/2 yard dash, Jennings 1H in high jump, Sheehan 18 in the potato race, and a freshman relay of Emmet Carroll Owens Stedfield.
New Haven police chief says the Freddy Welsh versus Charlie White title bout will not be permitted in New Haven citing undesired notoriety. He notes past exhibitions and 20 round mill events, but balks at this championship fight though Welch and Dundee may still box in the city. The New Haven Athletic Club seeks to host fights in a 3000 seat arena, leaving organizers disappointed.
Hanover New Hampshire December 3 The athletic council announced an eight game basketball schedule for the Green freshmen with five home games in Hanover and three on foreign courts. The lineup includes Goddard Seminary Holderness Cushing Williston Dean Penn 1919 and two Dean meetings at Hanover.
Detroit Central High faces Everett High in a Navin Field showdown to determine whether Western interscholastic football should be considered stronger than the Eastern brand. The midwest powerhouse and the Boston district leader meet in a battle of sectional champions for the national title in a highly anticipated afternoon game.
Both teams arrive with unbeaten records and strong form. Everett seeks a season long overdue win over Central, while Detroit’s Central counters with size and power. Fitzgerald returns for Everett as scouts reveal no early advantage and practice at Navin Field focuses on fitness.
Across Michigan high school basketball results list many 0 to single digit margins. Teams include Pontiac High Centralis, Toledo Waite, Grand Rapids Union, Toledo Scott, Muskegon High, Saginaw East, Grand Rapids Central, Ann Arbor High, and Oak Park High. Scores show Central teams in varied matchups.
Central completed a brief practice focusing on punting place kicking and punt returns. Coach Buss named Holton at right guard and Brenkert at right halfback with Brenkert favored for his punting ability. The coach expects a hard fought game as Everett visits Navin Field with officials including Margidsohn Margidsohn? and Eckersall slated to officiate. Kickoff set for 2 15 PM under near spring conditions.
Harry Wills of New Orleans outpointed Sam Langford of Boston in every round of a ten round heavyweight bout in New York. Wills had a weight advantage with 28 pounds more than Langford and held the edge in height and reach.
Reports indicate Fred Rocque, Dartmouth coach for two years, will helm Yale hockey this winter. Rocque previously coached at Dartmouth with stars Bags Wanamaker Leon Tuck and Art Donahue, and was courted by Yale during his time there.
Amos Robert Bancroft of West Newton, a junior and two-year Harvard runner, was elected captain before the team photo. He led Harvard at the Cornell hill and dale race, with earlier Yale and intercollegiate meets limited by foot infection. He follows captain R. T. Twitchell, who graduates this year.
Tech and Harvard Architects prepare for their first annual pigskin clash at the Stadium this afternoon. Both teams have trained at the Y M C A grounds and plan fancy costumes and a postgame entertainment to mark the new rivalry announced at Tech Union with T Hine in a Romani gladiator costume.
The item notes early closing for Fifty Entries in B A A amateur boxing and urges prompt mail entries. It mentions a football game with final score 14 0 where the closest guesses tied at 14 7 and 18 3. It reports White and Welsh met recently in a 10 round no decision bout in New York with White receiving the popular decision.
Everett competitors dominated the fifth annual Eastern Massachusetts Poultry Association show at Chelsea. Mrs. A J Roberts won the Mayor Malone silver cup for the largest entry and multiple eggs prizes. Mrs. C H Price claimed many Ancona and other breed honors amid a keen rivalry.
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