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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1906
Page
3
A long piece profiles Jack O'Brien the poet pugilist, tracing his 44 stanza verse on boxing and society, and questions whether his literary fame can match his boxing renown. The article also criticizes faculty reformers at Yale over football and argues for professional trainers to keep college athletics democratic and high quality.
The president of the Interstate Independent league announces the formation of a new baseball league. Details include the league’s structure, member teams, and goals for regional competition. Official statements emphasize amateur roots and expanded play.
The Interstate Independent Baseball League was formed last evening in Taunton with a schedule committee to draft the season. John Collins of North Attleboro was elected president with Martin H. Boylon Taunton as vice president, John Reilly Brockton as secretary, and Martin Carr Pawtucket as treasurer. Members include North Attleboro Attleboro Brockton Taunton Pawtucket and two Rhode Island cities Woonsocket and Pawtucket.
The professional pool championship in progress at Murray and Irwins draws bids as the closest yet in this city. Joe Hood and English Tom Dorsey each lead with two games won after two matches. Tonight William Stubbs of Lowell, a top New England player, faces Fred Ingraham.
Samuel Untermeyer, a leading collie exhibitor, will bring his kennels to Madison Square Garden for the annual beach dog show at Mechanics Building on February 20 21 22 and 23. He is a Collie Club of America member and was a prominent exhibitor at the club’s April specialty show held in this city.
A help wanted advertisement seeks several salesmen offering $200 a month. Requirements include ability to show non-judges of clothing how clothes should be made, thorough understanding of tailoring art, and knowledge of garment structure to ensure proper value for customers. The employer excludes unscrupulous applicants.
President Eliot denounces football as brutal, sparking debate among boxers and coaches. Jimmy Walsh, Chester Goodwin, Nelson and others argue boxing is safer and cleaner, while some football supporters defend the sport’s value and discipline.
Worcester report notes Jack Chesbro of the New York Americans arrives for hours and says he plans to sign in New York this week. His arm, troubled last year, is in great shape and he expects to duplicate 1903 04 work. He will leave for Hot Springs Friday or Saturday to secure a strong start with the regulars.
The boxing week shows a quieter slate than recent weeks with several bouts slated. Jimmy Gardner faces Young Erie in Philadelphia while Benny Yanger meets Andy Bezenah in Indianapolis and Austin Rice meets Tony Moran in Baltimore. Herrera vs Herman headlines in Los Angeles as Cambr idge A A resumes boxing with Terry Martin vs Peter Sullivan.
Interscholastic league games produced unexpected results as star players were absent. East Boston faced Dorchester with weakened lineups and split leads, while Dorchester and Boston Latin challenged East Boston, Roxbury, and South Boston. Mechanic Arts posted two wins, West Roxbury and South Boston faced tough results, and suspensions affected eligibility, shaping the midway race as teams prepare to close the first schedule half.
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