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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1892
Page
3
An account of Burge and Haggerty negotiating with McAuliffe in New York and Boston. It details alleged schemes by McDonald to influence Burge and McAuliffe, the role of Pat Sheedy, and the failed effort to secure a match. Judge Newton’s meetings weighed weight and forfeit terms, ending with McAuliffe’s resistance and the contest’s collapse.
A sensational rumor circulates in New York that the Jack McAuliffe vs Dick Burge bout at Coney Island was to be a fixed fight. Judge Newton reportedly heard Burg would “lay down” against the American champion, fueling speculation he refused involvement. Newton declined to confirm or deny.
A Corry Island report says a wealthy syndicate plans an athletic club near New York to promote legitimate sports. The club seeks the McAuliffe bout, offering a high purse and arranging a contest tomorrow to showcase heavyweight pugilism.
At the B A A boxing meeting on January 28 open classes will be for those never having won an open competition. A two pound allowance applies in each class. First prize is a Swiss timer. If three or more contestants, a silver timer is awarded to the finalist loser. Preliminary bouts on January 26 at the clubhouse, entries due January 19. Possible February exhibition at Music Hall.
The B A A athletic meet at Mechanics Hall on February 11 features a 40 yard dash for first-time winners, plus events like one mile run, 45 yard hurdles, three hurdles, running high jump, 600 yards, and a mile walk. Prizes are silver shields on antique oak for top three in each event. entry fee 50 cents, with free entry for New York competitors. M F Sweeney of Xavier’s will attempt to break the indoor high jump record of 6 ft 2 1/4 in.
Speaker Barrett also excelled with a 201 for one string and a string of four strikes during a team match at the Melrose Highlands Club last night. His bowling showed brilliancy as the contest swung in his team’s favor.
Billy Plimmer of England defeated Joe McGrath of Ireland in eight rounds at the Coney Island Athletic Club in Corry Island on December 28. Mattitt Flaherty of Boston beat Billy Leedom of Philadelphia. Connie Sullivan of New York won a ten round bout against Hughey Boyle of Elizabeth, New Jersey.
Joe Finneran of the Boston Athletic Association, famed for his hurdling and all round strength, is highlighted with a career summary. The article lists his wins from 1890 to 1891, his height and weight, and notes his forthcoming engagement as a Concord School instructor as well as his championship performances and prize purses in events and bouts.
Henry Bryant will not build a cup defender and relies on brother Dr John Bryant for possible sailing help. Dr Bryant, known for the Shadow and Beitrix, cannot commit time. With Bryant out, Boston lacks a clear builder, Adams brothers may lead a syndicate if asked and likely would accept.
The Pawtuckets easily beat the Brocktons 5 to 1 before 600 spectators in Brockton on December 28, delivering a swift performance marked by a rapid pace and clear dominance throughout the game.
Daily Special reports today results from Guttenburg Glouster New Jersey racing card with six races. Krikina won the first at 3 to 1, Sadi the second at 2 to 5, Flattery third, Logan took the fourth, P Fortuna tus led the fifth, Running Bird won the sixth. Times shown for each race and betting odds accompany the placements.
Results from Gloucester on December 28 show six races with Sea Bird winning the first, C O D taking the second, Plevmar and Juggler leading the third, Emblem top in the fourth, Lucre winning the fifth, and Little Phil first in the sixth. Times and betting odds accompany each race with multiple contenders listed.
Enthusiastic captains from multiple clubs back the B A A plan to decide championships at a Cyclorama venue with 85 foot alleys and amphitheatre seating for about 2000 spectators. Proposals include neutral alleys, interclub draws, and paying for championships similar to tennis tournaments, with New York clubs expected to attract crowds.
In the B A A racket courts a four handed match is set for Saturday 2 30 to 4 00 p m with Walliam Appleton and T Pettitt facing H D Hunnewell Jr and F D Fisk A New Year Eve gymnasium smoker runs 9 to 12 Baldwin s Cadet Band will provide music Next week bath programs begin with swinging races obstacle contest tug of war and tule races date not later than Jan 10 A grand ball for B A A employees is planned for Jan 30 at Odd Fellows Hall Reitzers orchestra will play committee members include Louis Bignell Otto Leutz T Pettitt R Hickey and J J O Brien
About two hundred people attended the Anti-Tenement House League gathering at the People's Church last evening. Speakers included the Rev. E. J. Haynes the Rev. A. A. Miner and the Rev. E K Hale among others.
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