Local boxing scene shown perseverance amid rule changes
The piece applauds local directors for keeping boxing active despite hurdles at the Hippodrome. It discusses Howard Drew’s sprinting, relay relay methods, and amateur rules about artificial aid, suggesting relays may die out and Benny Leonard versus Freddie Welsh for the lightweight crown as a looming pairing, with Billy Gibson urged to wait.
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Howard Drew
Drew
Eddie Carter
New York
Benny Leonard
Freddice Welsh
Leonard
Billy Gibson
Durreys NY Sports Preview Hints Welsh Leonard Rivalry
In New York sports notes Welsh and Leonard are eyed as a future challenge. Tom Halpin aims at the suburban quarter mile Feb 22 with Ted Meredith likely to oppose him. Willard is a 5-4 favorite over Moran in Madison Square Garden action with Dave Caldwell seeking a rest after demanding races.
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Tom Halpin
New York
Long Tom
Halpin
Ted Meredith
Vincy Cigar Brings Cured Habit Free Swings In Boston
Smokers in Boston report Vincy Cigar, a moderate priced local product, helps quit the habit of switching cigars. The blend uses Havana Connecticut and Sumatra tobaccos, crafted in a sanitary factory by union workers with no outsourcing in Quincy.
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Havana
Connecticut
Sumatra
Union
Quincy
Boston
Arena hockey scores and championship outlook
The inquiry notes two arena hockey results with the first game 4 to 1 and the second 3 to 1, suggesting an even series. It also asks who is favored for the championship and requests updates on upcoming intercollegiate indoor championships in New York and Providence events.
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New York
New England
Providence Armory
Providence
R. I
Freddie Welsh
Charley White
White
Ritchie
West
Welsh
Milwaukee
Whiie Ritchie
Boston
J. J. Dolan
Cambridge Street
J. Frank Facey
Prospect Stree
Cambridgeport
Leonard's Tape Spars With Boxing Commission Claim
New York reporters say Benny Leonard uses adhesive tape on hands giving rock like solidity. State Boxing Commission investigates the complaint. chairman Wenck summoned Billy Gibson, Leonard's manager, to testify. Complaint filed by a rival’s manager from Syracuse last week.
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New York
Benny Leonard
Joe Mandot
Phil Bloom
State Boxing Commission
Wenck
Billy Gibson
Leonard
Syracuse
White Sox trade Larry Chappell to Cleveland for Joe Jackson
Chicago reports that outfielder Larry Chappell will be sent to the Cleveland club within the week as final payment by President Comiskey for the purchase of Joe Jackson from the Cleveland owners last summer.
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Larry Chappell
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Comiskey
White Sox
Joe Jackson
Willard Calls Off Big Bout With Moran
Heavyweight champion Jess Willard cancels the March Madison Square Garden fight with Frank Moran due to illness and inability to train. Promoter Tex Rickard and Moran’s manager Ike Dorgan react, with talk of a possible postponement if Willard recovers.
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Jess Willard
Frank Moran
Madison Square Garden
Chicago
Tom Jones
Willard
Tom
Jones
Tex Rickard
Moran
Fitzsimmons in town predicts beating Willard in four rounds
Former world heavyweight champion Bob Fitzsimmons touring at the Howard Atheneum with his son Bob Jr in an athletic sketch The Coming Champion He claims he can defeat current champ Jess Willard in four rounds and offers $10 000 to back his claim He recalls his life and youth appealing to fans
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Draper Rehires Dave Shean to Manage Grays
Providence Feb 14 William H Draper owner of the Providence club of the International league announced that Dave Shean last year's manager and second baseman was signed to fill second base and manage the Grays again this year. Salary settled at 3000 after he sought 4000 last year. Jack Egan former umpire and ex NL Providence player is hired as scout to find talent for Providence.
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Providence
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William H. Draper
Dave Shean
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Jack Egan
Grays
Leavitt to Meet Hockmann in Boston Wrestling Clash
Army officers and fans in the Boston area await the Thursday night Hippo drome bout between Frank S. Leavitt 226 pounds and Franz Hockmann in a best two out of three falls catch as catch can match.
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Franz Hockmann
Hippodrome
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New York
Karl Lemle
Karavich
Tech Matmen Meet Harvard Saturday
The Technology wrestling team faces Harvard next Saturday at the Tech gym. The lineup likely mirrors the Springfield Y M C A victory last Saturday. Freshmen host John Harvard on Feb 23. second team meets Andover on Feb 19 and Harvard on Feb 26. Elimination bouts for Cardinal and Gray freshmen began yesterday at the gym.
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Technology
Harvard
Tech Gymnasium
Springfield Y. M. C. A
Whittemore Takes Second in Pinehurst Handicap Shoot
Whittemore of Brookline placed at scratch in Pinehurst handicap event on Feb 14. He scored 79 breaks in strong wind, finishing second to R F Willis of Atlanta who won with 8 plus 38. G M Howard of Halifax was third with 75 plus 878.
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P. W. Whittemore
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R. F F. Willis
Atlanta
G. M. Howard
Halifax
B C H to Play Newton in Hockey Clash
Boston College High faces Newton High tomorrow at Brae Burn rink in a promising hockey contest. The B C High squad is fast and undefeated except for one loss, while Newton also fields a strong team that has only one defeat, to Brookline.
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Newton High
Brae Burn
B. C. High
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Brookline
Pride and Irish Ties Rally in Mayor Curley Remarks
A Boston Post piece notes Mayor Curley praising the Irish and his own heritage. The front page framing suggests defense of Erin's descendants amid criticism, highlighting pride in half Irish identity and communal ties.
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Post
Curley
Erin
Isle
Haughton Talk Stars at Philadelphia Sporting Writers Dinner
Percy D. Haughton of Harvard football and national league baseball prominence was the star guest at a Philadelphia Sporting Writers dinner. The remarks drew attention for their blending of thanksgiving pride and pedigree as a notable local event.
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Harvard
Percy
Philadelphia
Philadelphia Sporting Writers
Haughton
Harvard influence on Braves baseball and clean play
A Philadelphia correspondent reports a message asserting the Braves will play as Harvard does, focusing on brain power over foul or dirty play. The note praises Harvard’s clean football and predicts similar conduct in baseball, with Irish luck cited and the writer declaring pride in being half Irish.
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Harvard Cub Oarsmen Meet Freshmen Candidates
Eighty eight freshmen answered the call for 19 oarsmen at Harvard yesterday. Captain Morgan and Coach William Haines expressed satisfaction with the material and a new call for at least 100 candidates was issued for today. Varsity reports delayed and workouts centralized at the Newell boat house with no Weld Newell division.
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William Haines
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Beecher-Saylor Bout Canceled Over Lip Injury
The 12 round boxing match in Columbus between Willie Beecher and Milburn Saylor was called off at Beecher’s manager Joe Greenbaum request. Greenbaum said blood poisoning developed in a wound on Beecher lip and he would be unable to fight.
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New York
Milburn Saylor
Indianapolis
Joe Greenbaum
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Boxing Commission
Freshman Crew Coaches Plan Outdoor Work
At yesterday's meeting coaches Beane and Harwood of the freshman squad were present along with C. T. Abeies who will instruct the yearling coxswains while machines stay ready until the river is cleared for outdoor work.
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Bart Harwood
C. T. Abeies
Lefty George Signs With Columbus Club Pitching Return
Sigms with Columbus Ohio report that left handed pitcher George, formerly with Cincinnati, signed with the Columbus club on February 14. The move signals a bolster to the pitching staff as the team seeks stronger performances in the coming season.
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Ohio
Lefty” George
The
Cincinnati
National league last season signs Columbus area contract
A report states a player from the prior season in the National League has signed a Columbus American Association contract according to an announcement made today.
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National League
Pohler Defeats Walsh In 10 String Bowling Match
At Quincey last evening Paul Pohler former New England bowling champion defeated Archie Walsh current title holder in a purse match. Pohler rolled 1112 to Walsh 1101 with a tie at 868 after eight strings.
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Paul Pohler
New England
Archie Walsh
Walsh
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