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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1911
Page
11
Clarke and Fogler surged to the front of the six day bike race, moving into the lead and lapping the field at 2 o clock this morning. The duo set a pace that put them ahead of all competitors as spectators watched the intense endurance event unfold.
At Madison Square Garden on December 16 Moran toppled from his wheel and was carried from the track in a groggy state. Clarke and Fogler surged to lap the field at 2 o clock after a sprint by Brocco, with Clarke pulling clear and Kramer matching the Australian effort.
At New Yorks Madison Square Garden on December 15 Georget and Brocco were lapped three times while Lapize Vandouwaert lapped four and Palmer Wells were passed once. Moran and Kramer faced a protest alliance that nearly forced a withdrawal with accusations of crashes and crowd hostility directed at Moran despite a near midnight lead.
The article notes that the Saldow and Lorenz team Fogler and Clarke and Hill and Bedell have aligned a plan to defeat Moran, forming a coalition the day before the finish.
In a grueling six day race Kramer clings to advantage after pooling riders to support a late surge. Hill pushes to regain a lost lap while Moran battles Brocco amid crashes and crowd hostility. Officials intervene as Kramer and teammates work to preserve position.
Boston Y M C A hosted its 15th annual meet before about 360 spectators in the gym. Events included sprints, distance runs, field events, and relays with winners such as Wondy H Hersey, W H Wentworth, R Coleman, W Gale, E S Chapman, F J Christiansen, and M J Schicker, while Fort Andrews won relay races and Fort Warren and Strong High School teams claimed other events.
Battling Nelson and Bobby Wilson met in Utica in a ten round feature. Nelson landed more often and showed strength in infighting while Wilson fought hard and clever throughout the bout. Young Joey of Utica knocked out Hege Maloney of Boston in the third round.
Joe Jeannette of New York defeated Nat Dewey of Chattanooga by decision after eight rounds. Jeannette held a weight advantage of nearly 20 pounds and dominated the bout, though Dewey landed several telling blows.
Two squash league games set for today. Newton Centre visits Boston Athletic Association while Tennis and Racquet Club plays Union Boat Club.
Advertises White Rock table water as the world's best with top prizes from Paris 1900 and St Louis 1905. Mentions bottled water only and promotes ordering for Christmas and the winter season.
A man believed to be Ed Donato, sought for the murder of Mrs. Conrad Morner and her three children at Defreestville, was arrested at Coxsackie by local police. Rensselaer County supervisors posted a $1000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the murderer or murderers.
Captain Elmer Crowley, commander of the steamer Suffolk, was stricken suddenly as the vessel pressed seaward. The ship was steered to an anchorage at Nantasket Roads and later moved to the inner harbor for possible gall bladder surgery. The Suffolk is bound for Norfolk and will be commanded by Captain Olsen.
George Manitis also known as John Boutsel, 20, of 131 Hudson Street, was held in 10000 bonds for the grand jury by Judge Michael Creed in the police court. He was arraigned on assault and battery with intent to kill Joseph Falcone of Seaver Street Dorchester, a victim in a vengeance act aimed at another man who struck him in the South End on November 2.
The latest word from Ty Cobb focuses on Walter Johnson and his prowess. Cobb states on a dark day the only word he wants to hear is three strikes from the umpires.
A brief summary notes Bowdoin Square alleys and teams Bicknell and Fuller Witchburg in a tally of scores. Totals listed include 445 and 451 for one side and 1827 424 460 418 1287 for others.
Susan W FitzGerald leads School Board contenders as 2017 papers filed. Thomas J Kenny Walter Ballantyne and John A Coulthurst join City Council candidates with enough signatures. Frank A Goodwin fights for ballot space amid disputes with ex Alderman Thomas J Giblin who alleges forgery. Goodwin claims signatures came from supporters and warns of canvassers or city workers pressuring forgeries.
James E. Jackson argues for a professional road builder to join the Highway Commission to serve the public and automobile interests. He notes current members have judicial experience but urges practical, in touch leadership and warns against partisan, minimal effort appointments. He cites Governor Foss on telephone issues and calls for a qualified, full‑time appointee.
Dwight Elmendorf presented the final lecture in his travel series at Symphony Hall on Naples and its surroundings. The talk used photographs motion pictures and descriptions to reveal Naples Pompeii Capri Salerno Amalfi and the Blue Grotto in Capri. Floral pictures closed the program and another showing will be repeated this afternoon.
Congressman Asher C Hinds recommends Willis T Emmons of Saco for collector of the port of Portland replacing Charles M Moses whose 12 year term expires Emmons serves as York County clerk of courts and sits on the Republican State committee
The Salem Normal five opened their season at the Normal gym Salem against the Salem Commercial team. The game was one sided as Normal dominated throughout against the smaller opponents.
Senator Brandeis testified on anti trust reform criticizing United States Steel for labor exploitation, comparing US and English democracy, and denouncing a reported $500,000 pearl necklace gift from Judge Elbert H. Gary to Mrs. Gary as extortion from workers with profit sharing.
Alfred A. Mulliken of Cram Mulliken & Co. was arraigned in Superior Criminal Court before Judge Sanderson and entered a not guilty plea to a secret indictment charging conspiracy to steal from unknown persons and keeping a bucket shop. Bail was set at 5000 dollars. The firm, later bankrupt, was indicted at the December grand jury session. Prosecution contends the firm crossed orders without intent to execute transactions.
Mayor Fitzgerald and city officials toured Charlestown to inspect nearly 260000 in improvements. The group reviewed branch library sites and playground locations in Ward 5, plus Dewey Beach and the Mystic playground. The mayor expects a library site near Monument Square within weeks.
Mayor Fitzgerald gains a talking machine in his office allowing him or his secretaries to record speeches at any time. The device was installed after staff shortages forced more stenographers to be hired and later rejected hectic after hours commuting. The gadget will capture ideas from bridge proposals to city property issues for later review.
The item notes Brooklyn’s solitary status and urges observers to vote for N. L. president, as announced via Mr. Eb bets.
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