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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1910
Page
12
In New York a promoter clash over the McFarland Attell match risks derailing boxing as rivals lure fighters from agreements. The dispute echoes Boston losses as promoters threaten to expose tactics, potentially closing clubs. Local cards in Hyde Park and Armory Club shows promise amid ongoing promoter strife.
Vanderbilt received Yale football’s voluntary proposal for a rematch in New Haven on November 4, 1911 or another mutually agreed date. The invitation signals Yale’s eagerness to avenge a prior 1000 mile trip tie and follows strong interest in Yale engagements. Coach McGugin notes the game will occur on the offered date or another.
The article discusses batting eye as a mix of mental and physical factors and notes Jiggs Donahue claiming recovery from eye sickness that hampered his hitting. He seeks another chance with the White Sox if Comiskey grants a clear legal title to his services.
Sherwood Magee pledges to abandon basketball amid New Year resolutions, signaling an end to his playing days. The decision comes as Magee reframes priorities and steps away from the sport.
Eddie Collins of the Athletics is hailed as the greatest base runner of the day and possibly ever. He stole 15 bases from St Louis and New York catchers, nine from Boston, eight from Washington, and led the league with 28 total steals, beating Ty Cobb and others.
The Chicago Golf Club has filed an application with the United States Golf Association against Essex County for the open championship. The national body’s annual meeting in Chicago on January 14 will decide the championship and others. Rumors say the Massachusetts Club may win the meeting, with Manchester links to be altered before play.
The Rindge Manual Training School football team elected Leslie Bingham captain for 1911. Bingham, a three season player, moved from guard to tackle last season and earned a Post Interscholastic second team berth. Terse letters were awarded to Swart Swart Bingham Balcom Krigger Greene Scully Hadley Caples Amos Markle McLaughlin Stead Sermon Freeman Catton.
The Methodist Church trustees decide to start athletics at Millsaps College for the general welfare of students. The reform in football prompted ministers to lift the ban, and the college plans to seek membership in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
Bill Gilbert, former Giants second baseman on the 1905 world title team and later with the Cardinals, is signed to manage and play second base for Erie in the Pennsylvania and Ohio League next season.
West End House seeks strong state teams for Dec 24 away game. West End House second team wants 115 pound squads for away contest. Also Domphester Five offers fast New England teams for reasonable guarantees. Ascension Club of Emmanuel House Roxbury seeks Saturday games with Emmanuel House locals.
A composite view of ball players in season shows players aiming to obtain advance money from the club president. The piece highlights the era’s financial pressures and the push for upfront funds affecting locker room dynamics and personal conduct.
Charles Webb Murphy showcases his charm through stylish vests and benevolent hospitality. The brief item highlights his personable approach and fashion sense as a local social note.
A tentative notice notes the expected return of Sandy Ferguson in an otherwise quiet period. The item suggests the event occurs annually and remains on the calendar, though specifics are uncertain.
Hughey Jennings will wed on January 5 1911 but loses both the matrimonial and pennant battles to Connie Back.
Final practice at the Boston Arena ahead of a Harvard varsity and Boston hockey clash. Ice is praised as ideal for 20 minute periods. Large advance ticket sales point to a season high crowd. Notables from Boston league clubs and other colleges will attend to evaluate the teams. The game follows a figure skating exhibition by Professor Fred Schmitt. Dan Danahy of Dorchester, brother of the New England champion, is favored in the intermission open speed races.
Ralph De Palma announces release from Fiat contract and will race as a free lance. His record shows 30 wins in 48 starts with only three unplaced finishes. He will race the A hour event in Los Angeles on December 25 and 26 aboard a Simplex for George Robertson, with potential to sign as a regular driver later. Cc F Percival reports uneven South climate during Abbott-Detroit 100000 mile trip. George Donahue joins E M F Boston Company. Massachusetts Operators Association to hold a dancing party at Pan Revere Hall next Tuesday.
Jimmy Barrett, last with Boston, tops American Association batting last season at .353. He will manage Milwaukee next season. The league features 11 players in the .800 class with Cravath, Hickman, Williams, Pefiz, and Altizer among notable names and team changes including Altizer returning with Cincinnati Reds.
Russell Ford Loudly argues for increased pay during a southern trip. He says ball players have short careers and must cash in while they are productive. Ford maintains he is worth the salary offered and intends to secure it.
Joe Tinker argues that true art for art's sake is sacrificing to advance a runner when a single is needed to reach a .300 batting average. He treats the sacrifice bunt as a strategic move rather than mere spectacle.
Jack Ryan will again be the manager of the City Eastern League team for the 1911 season despite three tough years.
Representatives from 68 colleges and universities gather at the Hotel Astor in New York to discuss football rule improvements and general intercollegiate athletics. Har vard and Pennsylvania participation may shape reforms as the association reviews last season, with focus on increasing scoring chances and forward pass and onside kick debates.
Mr Duffey notes readers should address sports inquiries. The column highlights Worchester race results where Thure Johanson was defeated in a 20 mile event. It covers Harry Gissing planning a Britain tour with Tex Ramsdell and Kilpatrick Cregan abroad. It mentions hockey plans at the S J Nicholas Rink and Harvard Yale scheduling for a big match.
Manager McAleer says modern players are pampered during training trips. He recalls days when teams started training after snow melted with 12 men, no substitutes, and players filled in as needed without nurses or special attention.
Chicago fans expect Harry Steinfeldt to retire after a quiet World Series. Steinfeldt is said to be improving but faces stiff spring competition. Ingerton, a Tri-State slugger acquired by the Cubs, is hailed as a remarkable hitter.
A reader seeks the address of Gusta Tjungstrom the Swedish Marathoner and asks to address a letter to 1039 Bergen Avenue Brooklyn NY. The text also discusses boxing matchups and athletic records, noting bouts between Brown Baldwin Murphy Conneff and comments on sprint speed between Ernie Nelson and Reggie Foster.
Pardy Livingston urges Connie Mack to buy Rube Marquard the $11,000 beauty. The Philadelphia catcher was his battery mate in Indianapolis and believes the southpaw could succeed if his control on benders is improved.
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