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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1897
Page
3
B A A Bowlers defeated Codmans in a special interclub event held in March. The contest featured even play and balanced results across lanes, reflecting a fair competition atmosphere.
Old Belfry and Newtowne Club split a Candlepin League match at Newtowne Club with Newtowne totaling 165 in the opener and 832 in game two while Old Belfry posted 857 in game three. Olive, Hales, Small, Gutheim, and Downer stood out with several doubles and spares as the teams traded wins.
In Newton Highlands a Circuit League match saw Highland Club beat Riverdale Casino in three straight games. Moore starred for Highland with a 4096 score and two missed spares in a strong second ball.
Gill Shaw will join the Hub big pin team as Warren alleys prepare to enter the Boston Bowling Association at next Monday's meeting. George Monroe of City Hall bowls well in candle pins and is in the 87 class. Delegates to the American bowling congress will be chosen at the meeting. John C Paige team climbs toward the insurance league championship after a slow start, now tied for second after a Monday win over North American.
The article examines whether Mrs. Gideon opposes her husband George D Gideon running for president of the L A W while Gideon himself signals willingness. Potter faction allies weigh risks and votes, noting key blocs from New York Massachusetts Pennsylvania New Jersey and others, with potential 205 of 377 votes at stake.
Chase and Edouard Tay lore prepare for a marquee match race against Michael at Madison Square Garden tomorrow night. The trio trained at Saengerfest Hall in Philadelphia, covering 15 to 20 miles daily with pacemakers. Tuesday’s session saw all three maintain a 2.15 mile pace, signaling strong form and effective pace following dynamics.
Brussels cycle scene grows with plans for a July international meet at Bois de la Cambre. Purse totals reach 6500 dollars for various events including open mile, multicycle, hour race, and hundreds for handicaps. L A W members gain reduced subs. rail lines report bicycles treated as baggage.
J. W. Wall, manager of the Boston branch, received yesterday samples of three Remington models including the 98 line for men and women. The delivery signals ongoing product rollout and market testing for the sporting arms line.
Short notice advert lists a stew event on Thursday at 167 En Castine Street and 98 Arch, with details partially readable. Confirmation needed.
News spreads among baseball and sporting circles that Tim Murnane the famed writer and scout will marry Miss Mary Agnes Dowling of Roxbury. Dowling, 25, is described as popular in Roxbury society. her father James Dowling led the city democracy. The engagement is said to astonish many close friends and will likely draw many wedding gifts.
The Remington Special grade wheel lists at $50 and features reinforced joints, flush fittings, and a hollow two piece crown. The standout is a new chain designed for uniform steel use, reduced width, no stretch, and 25 percent less friction, with easy ball pocket removal and a Frost gear case on the enclosed chain model. The lady’s frame offers a 21 2 inch hanger drop and easier mounting.
Albert and J M Anderson take the League wheel and a juvenile line. J F McNamee and J J Francis set up at 9 Park Square handling Liberty, Stormer and Reading standards. Butts and Ordway of Atlantic Avenue take Adams and Westlake lines with fifteen models from 40 to 125 dollars and Standish Knowlton Thistle wheels. Charles A Underwood joins road sales. Fred St Onge active in Worcester and beyond before Keith circuit. J S Richmond of Graham Woodchard Equipment reports New York bicycle car fitting trials succeeding. W F Stone shifts to cigar sales on the road. Road tires claim 6000 to 10000 miles on ordinary roads. one English source notes 25000 miles. Boston racing team to ride Orient wheels and Kangaroo tires on grand circuit.
In New Orleans racing, Cherry Leaf surged from 5 to 1 to win easily in the feature Audubon $1000 handicap at a mile. Other races saw Werther threaten as a few favorites prevailed while Jack Donahue suffered a severe leg break after a fall.
Division 45 A O H held its bi monthly meeting in Chelsea U V UU Hall with T J McCarthy presiding. Officers elected for the coming year include T J McCarthy president D J Sullivan vice president H J Nugent recording secretary M J Casey financial secretary and D J McCarthy treasurer. Captain Fitzpatrick trains the division for the July parade to ensure a strong appearance.
A mechanic says he cannot be without Salvation Ol despite experiencing pain. The remark signals strong reliance on the product or remedy amid discomfort.
An ice polo league was formed by Boston area clubs Newtowne Dorchester Falmouth A A and Arlington with Roxbury possibly joining later and Newton A A planned. Officers named President Arthur Paul Newtowne secretary treasurer I S Clarke Newton A A and M E Webb Jr Falmouth A A will sit on the board of appeals. A provisional schedule lists matches from January 4 to January 20 at Spy Pond Franklin Field and other venues.
Results show Fall River 14 over New Bedford 3. Lewiston 6 over Portland 4. Pawtucket 6 over Providence 5. Waterbury 7 over Hartford 6. Meriden 7 over New Haven 2. Lewiston 6 over Portland 4.
Boston Athletic Association club house hosts an evening of water events led by swimming instructor Professor J. H. Shea. Featured races include four times up and back, a B. A. A. team vs Brookline club relay, and a marquee 48 second heat final won by George L. Osborn. Exhibitions of diving and a competitive water polo game wrapped the program with lively crowd reaction.
The schooner Frank A Rackliffe sails from National dock led by Captain George F. Kane with Phil Stingel Herman Treworgy and Dr Hanley aboard. The crew includes August Colson John T Clark and others from Boston Lynn Salem and East Boston. The ship will reach Gloucester to load a Yukon River steam scow and can house wintering gold seekers.
The Rockliffe sails from East Boston with a crew of twenty forming a cooperative, each member contributing 300 dollars. About sixty relatives watched from Boston Light as the schooner began its 130 day voyage if weather holds, amid cheers from the tugboat crew.
George V. Tuohy outlines boxing dates and matchups as clubs seek to avoid clashes while Kid McCoy signs exhibitions with Koster & Bial for eight shows at unspecified pay. He notes planned bouts involving Stout, Marshall, Crosby, Gardner, Bernstein, and Hawkins plus anticipated rematches and venue issues across multiple cities.
M'Coy left New York for Buffalo to perform in a theater engagement and spoke at a benefit for Ike Rush promising to defend his new title against challengers. He indicated willingness to sign for a bout with Joe Cox but would not meet him at 168 pounds and plans a lengthy break from top heavyweight action.
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