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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1914
Page
8
Dartmouth and Ottawa University meet at the Boston Arena for a Canadian attraction in the local season. The game will feature fifty minutes of play after Coach Fred Rocare requested extended time beyond the usual 20 minute halves.
Ottawa and Dartmouth prepare for a 25 minute period game under coaches Rocane and Rocque with Wanamaker sidelined by a cold. Dartmouth features Grimes Bowler Holmes Gale and Donahue in goal as Ottawa stars like Wanamaker and Capt. Tuck loom large. Referees include Dr. George W. Tingley with Father Stanton announcing the Ottawa official.
Melrose High meets its own alumni team at the Boston Arena in a morning hockey clash. The alumni boast former stars while Percy Wanamaker leads the current Melrose squad aiming for victory. Referees are Charlie Foote and Bunny Grannan. 20 minute halves.
Christ Emery of Valparaiso Indiana signed a contract to play next year with the Chicago Federals as catcher. Last season he played in the Northwestern league for the Austin Minnesota club.
The Russian Cossack Michailoff defeated Faust twice at the Grand Opera House last night. He won the first fall in 12 minutes 45 seconds with a front crotch hold and the second in 11 minutes on a body roll.
Cleveland club manager Joe Birmingham says the team will be reduced to under 30 players before training camp. He currently lists 15 pitchers and plans to take no more than 10 to San Antonio Texas. Kahler James Carter Tedrow and Dillinger are named for Somers owned American Association squad.
The Boston Braves secure Sherwood Nottingham Magee for two years in New York, with exchange talks involving Philadelphia and Boston clubs. Magee, a versatile right handed slugger, is expected to boost the offense as the team prepares for next season. Possible addition of John Lobert from the Phillies looms as the trade unfolds.
True to his promise to pay his way into any boxing show, Jimmy Johnston a Show Association match maker at Madison Square Garden attended Wednesday night’s Smith McCarty bout and bought tickets for himself and three friends.
In New York on December 24 the Yankee franchise sale to Colonel Jacob Ruppert Jr. and Captain T L Huston remains unsettled with several details still to be agreed. Purchasers say the deal is not complete but expect to take over the Yankees within a few days if terms are finalized.
The price is the main hurdle as Frank J. Farrell names a figure near 0,000 while Ruppert offers less. Ban Johnson reportedly would cover the gap for purchasers. At Chicago talks a manager issue arose with three candidates: Bill Donovan, Jack Hendricks, and Jack Dunn.
Edwin P. Torrey announced the annual meeting will be held in New York on Friday February 5 at 3 pm. Robert D. Wrenn will accept another term amid expectations of his election, with no opposition and support for Newport as the venue potentially extending the national championship at the Casino for another year.
James J. Callahan, manager of the White Sox, holds a unique position in baseball as the only person involved in the playing end of the game who does not sign a contract. He has managed the Sox for three years and never affixed his signature to any paper, yet he continues to manage the team.
Frank J. Farrell, leader of the New Yorks, has Ban Johnson's backing in his effort to retain Ray Caldwell as pitcher. Johnson contends Caldwell took money last season for an option on his 1915 services and believes the pitcher can be prevented from pitching for the Buffalo Federals.
Six wrestlers are scheduled for tonight's international tournament in Mechanics' Building. Henderson is favored to defeat Lemle and Aberg is favored over Michailoff. Michailoff and Lemle near certainty to attract big crowds as Finlanders and Cossacks show strong support. The card also features Fritz Hanson against CrackerJack Butler in a repeat of a Boston clash. Walter Knox issues multi event challenges in Orilla Ontario as Hannes Kolehmainen prepares for a charity carnival at Madison Square Garden.
A verbose sports note hails manager Harris for backing bold risks and entertaining fans. It mentions Kid Williams benefiting, Mobey Baker coaching the Tiger hockey team, and a 5 2 victory over Irish American A C. The piece also previews NA C junior indoor nationals at the 13th Regiment Armory and lists several runners and field event participants.
Henderson was selected for his strong early fall performances against Burns, praised for his outstanding play and impact on the season's start. The report notes his defense and consistency as key factors in the decision.
A montage lists notable sports figures including Johnny Mack Yale, George Brown, Nat Butler and Joe Jackson amid expectations for future clashes at Harvard Yale and other venues. It catalogs bids for boxing wrestling and baseball with names from Dartmouth Haughton Fultz and Lefthanders pledging aims from Mechanics Building to Boston venues.
In Chicago on December 24 Mrs. Julia Fitzsimmons wife of former heavyweight champion Robert Fitzsimmons told of marital episodes in which she was abused while testifying in her divorce suit.
The upcoming Sunday Post editorial highlights Hank’s ongoing challenges with moths, detailing his experiences and the impact on daily life.
Mrs. Fitzsimmons testified about years of abuse by her husband including kicks threats to shoot and hair pulling. The final separation occurred in July 1910 after a quarrel over drinking. She said she never wanted alimony and plans to resume her maiden name Julia Gifford. No defense was offered and a default was entered.
Outfielder Bert Daniels is set to be released by New York and join Louisville after expressing that he would accept a move to the Feds if he could not seize a chance in major league circles.
The Cornell sprinter Ollie Reller faces doubt about competing in the spring intercollegiate games after a recent accident. Reports say he is showing improvement but no official clearance is confirmed yet.
Lawrence and Gloucester hosts quiet afternoon cards while Dan Porky Flynn from the village faces Bat Levinsky in New York for a third time. Tom McCarthy slips against Gunboat Smith in a prior bout.
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