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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1898
Page
3
At the National Sporting Club in London a bantamweight title bout saw Pedlar Palmer stop Billy Plimmer in the seventeenth round. The fight carried the club purse and a $2500 side bet. Palmer claimed the championship and prize money.
American Bob Dobbs defeats Dick Burge for a purse of 1250 with 1500 a side. Burge fouls claimed in the eighth round, referee disallows, and Dobbs wins amid cheers after a farting turn in rounds six to eight. Burge protests payment of stakes. Sporting papers credit Dobbs for solid late performance.
Four thousand fans at the Manhattan Athletic Club witnessed a fast clean 20 round battle. Martin Flaherty of Lowell defeated Larry Burns of Cohoes for the decision with all witnesses approving. Referee was Charlie White of New York.
New York December reports Champion Bob Fitzsimmons agrees to fight Tommy Ryan for ten thousand outside, or split the difference if needed. He cites no limited rounds and favors a finish in Carson with Dan Stuart providing incentives. Fitzsimmons also notes 158 pound limit for Ryan and 154 for McCoy, signaling tailored conditions.
George Byers of Boston, a colored middleweight, faces Jack Ponner at the Lenox Club in New York in a twenty round bout. Byers has shown solid form against top rivals including Frank Childs, Dan Murphy, and Harry Peppers, while Ponner is noted for hard work and punching power. The matchup pits Byers clever footwork and speed against Ponner’s aggressive, grinding style.
The article reports on Byr ers aiming for a decision over Bonner after a lengthy eighteen round defense and predicts Byers will attempt to use his left and head based on recent form. It notes Tom O Rourke as a second and mentions other fighters Mont gomery Godfrey Flaherty Burns and Maher Armstrong with upcoming matches and letters of inquiry about various boxers and clubs including Noddle Island A C.
The winning cyclists were paid today in New York. Miller won with 1700 dollars including 1500 first prize and 209 for a new record. Waller took 1000 dollars second, Pierce 690 third, Albert 400 fourth, Gimm 300 fifth, Lawson 206 sixth, Aronson 159 seventh, Nawn 125 eighth, with nonfinishers receiving 50 dollars each.
A private telegram from Chairman Mac key of the C. R. C. election committee reports Harry W. Knight of Boston elected State centurion for Massachusetts. W. B. Handy W. C. Story and C. G. Percival finished in that order. Knight, a noted century rider, is enthusiastic about the Century Road Club.
The Harvard graduate manager Samuel L. Fuller takes over financial duties from Norman A. Bingham as the football association remains the main wealth source. Records show multiple deficits across varsity baseball, crew, athletic associations, college nine, and football, with a transfer of funds to Fuller and a listed 1901 crew deficit of 222.50.
The fifth annual Cabot Lodge co-op No. 3 8 G ball was held in Copley Hall with about 199 couples attending. Dancing continued until 2 a m. Dr Ball's Cough Syrup advertised as a cure for sore throat and bronchitis.
The Roxbury and Alliston clubs clash in a Mercantile League set with Roxbury taking two of three in a four-pin margin. High roller scores include 516 by Wave of the Watch and 799 803 totals by the leading teams. George Carter and Moses Yatter prepare for a decisive matchup tonight in Boston.
Three matches held at Sudbury alleys. John C. Paige & Co. swept the Bennett rollers 3–0, Paige totaling 2891 pins for the high team total. Jacques of Bennett led individuals with 633. Employers beat North American 2–1 as Nayseen scored 506 for third high. Travelers also took 2–1 over Boston Marine.
In Melrose, the home team beat Chelsea’s Review Club in pool and bowling while the visitors won billiards and whist. Billiards totals were Melrose A C Gilman 150 Brown 32 total 182 versus Review Keene 145 Campbell 150 total 205. In bowling Melrose A C Berry 75 Cushman 75 total 150 against Review Bailey 63 Dinnan 66 total 129. Whist scores were Melrose 308 and Review 316.
Funeral arrangements set for Hon. N. M. Weston of Grand Rapids Michigan at Congregational Church in Madison Missouri. Weston born in 1845 Anson Missouri, moved to Michigan 1859, served as army officer in early 1860s, later published anti Mormon paper in Salt Lake City and narrowly escaped mob violence by the Saints.
John Dana a 29 year old freight handler for the Boston and Maine railroad shot himself in Haverhill tonight. He was unmarried and no motive is given for the act. The death was ruled a death by own action with no known cause.
In Brockton on December 12 the Tauntons defeated NTUFC of SHOTS 6 to 5 after seven seconds of overtime. Fuller of the Tauntons stopped 57 shots as neither team scored in the opening period.
New Britain defeats Meriden 7 to 3 in Conn. action. Black a Meriden lightweight amateur drew crowd admiration for pluck in slugging. Lewis subbed in third period and scored in four seconds. Russell tallied two quick goals in the third period.
Bangor fell to Portland 10 to 7 as changes disrupted the lineup. Dawson, the newcomer from the Connecticut League, starred at second rush while Walton moved to center and Greenleaf struggled for the first time since his injury.
The New Haven pro team dominated Springfield tonight and won 7 to 4. Springfield struggled after the first period, playing poorly throughout the remainder of the game.
Cotter's Hartford and Providence clash ended 10 to 4 as Providence surged with seven unanswered goals in the second period after a 1-1 tie in the first.
In Rockland Maine December 12 the home team defeated Bath 8 to 4 in a lively game. Hayes of Lewiston subbed for Maynard who left for Kangor last week and has not returned. Maynard starred earlier but Rockland rallied and outplayed Bath at every point.
New Bedford beat Plymouth 5 to 4 in an intriguing polo game before a tiny crowd of 62. Officials doubt the local club will remain in the league much longer.
Private J Otis Cole of Company I Sixth Regiment was buried at Maplewood Cemetery Marlboro after funeral services at Trinity Church. The entire company attended as escort. Episcopal burial rites were read and Rev George S Pine delivered the eulogy with taps and a firing squad volley at the grave.
Washington dispatch reports the Quartermaster General received a cable from Santiago stating the transport Manitoba, aground near Trinidad, has refloated without damage.
Nashua New Hampshire December 12 The Nashua Boot and Shoe Wares urging Company voted this afternoon to make an assignment.
Morris chairs offered to customers purchasing goods $25 and up either for cash or on instalments. Browne Horton Co at 76 Washington St, dealers in carpets furniture changes parlor stores blankets and household goods with terms to suit each purchaser.
Fourteen cities outside Boston vote today with heated mayoral races and liquor license issues shaping outcomes. Cambridge stands out with a single mayoral candidate as labor and liquor questions divide voters.
The lists show Hon. Edgar R. Champlin likely elected mayor with party unity. Worcester presents three candidates Rufus B. Dodge Jr. Republican the current mayor Captain James K. Churchill Democrat and Charles B. Hardy Socialist platform.
In Worcester the battle for control of the Board of Aldermen and a no license contest stir city politics. In Lowell two mayoral candidates, incumbent James W. Bennett a Republican and Jeremiah Crowley a Democrat, clash with Crowley’s temperance support shaping a tight race.
In Holyoke three candidates, John F. Sheehan Democrat A M Chapin Republican and Buckland Socialist seek the mayoralty amid debates on trimming municipal expenditures. In Lynn Mayor Walter Ramsdell seeks a third term facing William Shepard a popular shoe manufacturer. In Everett two Republican candidates face off in a factional intra party contest.
A man at the New Haven football game suffered a severe cold. Dr Warren’s formula was used and the patient recovered quickly. The report credits the remedy with restoring health and easing symptoms.
In a crowded field of fourteen candidates for alderman, only four seats are available. Woburn voters face a four way mayoral race with two regular party nominees and two independents. Henry M. Addrich, shoe manufacturer, seeks Republican nomination with seven years on the school board. James H. Kelley, Democrat, ex Common Council president now Alderman, runs. John O'Donnell, independent, has served in both city branches.
Salem hosts a two candidate mayoral race with incumbent David D. Waters and ex Mayor James H. Turner both running on napper tickets. Chelsea features Mayor Seth J. Littlefield facing Citizens' candidate Dr Hall as the license issue shapes the contest. Five men seek mayoralty in the broader sweep.
The article lists candidates for Newburyport and nearby towns. In Newburyport the regular Republican is John Bailey with independents Orson J. Gurney Dr Charles Hidden J Beally and Thomas Hughes. Beverly offers Perry Collier and Benjamin B Webber. Edmond B B Wilson and Henry A Hinman run in Newton. Medford features Lewis W Lovering and William C Vaile.
General A W Greely testified that plans were laid well ahead and delays were only in wartime purchases. He urged an officer to oversee feeding the army and noted Cuba news depended on trusted agents. General Egan said 70 percent of officers opposed canned roast beef and urged commissary control over transport and cooking utensils.
The President sent nominations to the Senate naming Edward Pinkham of Lynn Massachusetts as assistant surgeon with rank of first lieutenant and William C Billings of Connecticut as assistant surgeon in the Marine Hospital service.
In Wareham on December 12 David White and Richard Hurley died in a blaze at a dwelling owned by the Standard Horse Shoe Company. Fire officials say the cause is unknown. Hurley’s body was found near the door. both men suffered severe burns with White described as burned to a crisp.
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