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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1921

Page

9

Crafty Ring Stars Mingle Tonight When Jack Twin Meets Joe Thomas

Two records fell at Boston city and district high schools indoor relay carnival at East Armory. Boston Latin triumphed in the matinee two lap and set a new district mark, while Noddle Island squads clocked a district record. Dorchester High led a strong showing, with Dorchester and Boston Latin dominating multiple heats amid a large field of junior to senior relays.

Jack ‘Twin Joe Thomas Boston East Armory Boston Latin Noddle Islanders Fred J. O'Brien Flahive LeFevre Tommy Hull West Roxbury High Noddle Island West Roxbury Hyde Park South Boston Brighton Dorchester High George Kinnaly Dorchester English High Fleet Kinnaly H. S Willard Baird Peninsula Goldman Nat Young Boston Public Schools High School of Commerce Boston High School East Boston Billings Killian Meehan Connolly East Boston High Cotillo Cerullo Kushner Sozlo Prout Hynes Balentz Myers Frade Vasconcellos Fryav Johnson Walker CITY

Hudson's Bay Dog Derby Sees Twelve Teams Entered

In The Pass Manitoba on February 18 twelve teams compete in the 200 mile Hudson's Bay Dog Derby starting March 1. Last year's winner Walter Gayne of St Paul returns with a 15 dog team. All dogs wear moccasins and smoked glasses to prevent snow blindness. Teams carry nine to fifteen dogs.

the Pass Manitoba Walter Gayne St. Paul

West Point coach Lobert heads to New York for spring practice call

Hans Lobert, coach and trainer of the West Point baseball team, left Havana for New York today. After reaching New York, he will issue a call for spring practice at the Academy.

Havana Hans Lobert West Point New York The Academy

Syracuse says Boston College game deemed unwise

Syracuse University officials say they refused a November 5 game in Boston with Boston College because the athletic board believes the matchup would be unwise. President A. E. Larkin and Secretary W. S. Smith issued the statement on behalf of the board.

Syracuse Syracuse University Boston College Boston Orange A.E. Larkin W. S. Smith

Syracuse Students Demand Orange Officials Open Talks With Boston College

The 506 Syracuse students petitioned to push for negotiations with Boston College. The athletic board notes receipt of the petition and states it cannot schedule a Nov. 5 game with Boston College due to existing schedule, travel, and injury concerns, as BC has booked Marietta College on that date. Signed by President A. Fe. Larkin and Secretary Ww. S. Smith.

Syracuse Orange Boston College Colgate Dartmouth Marietta College Boston A. FE. Larkin Ww. S. Smith

Rath to Play on Coast in Pacific Coast league

Morris Rath former Cincinnati Nationals World Series player signs to join the San Francisco club of the Pacific Coast league this season. John Kilonis billed as the Wrestler of a Thousand Thrills will appear at the Grand Opera House next Thursday to battle Otto Fackenschmidt of Cleveland following his strong showing against Ajax.

San Francisco Morris Rath Cincinnati Nationals John Kilonis Grand Opera House Otto “Young Fackenschmidt Cleveland Ajax

Twin Sullivan to Clash With Joe Thomas Tonight

In a long-awaited confrontation at the Commonwealth Club, Jack Twin Sullivan from Cambridge across the Charles faces off against rival Joe Thomas. The bout promises a fierce clash between longtime adversaries in a storied sporting encounter.

Jack Twin Sullivan Joe Thomas Commonwealth Club Twin Cambridge Charles

Jack Sullivan and the Upper Marsh Legend in Boston

The tale sketches Jack Sullivan’s rough youth and training under mentor George Dixon, detailing riverbank fights, early sports lessons, and a vivid rival tale with Joe Thomas. It notes Tommy Stankard emerging as a fan favorite after three knockout wins at local clubs and hints Harvard College and the Twin influence as backdrop for a comeback tonight.

Harvard College Jack Harvard Harvard Square Miah Frawley Western Avenue Way Ana Tommy Stankard Mast Boston

Brennan Beats Bob Martin in 15 Round MSG Heavyweight Bout

Chicago heavyweight Brennan defeated West Virginia's Bob Martin, holder of the A E F title, in a 15 round Madison Square Garden bout that went the distance with all three judges ruling Brennan the winner.

New York Bill. Brennan Chicago Bob Martin West Virginia Madison Square Garden Brennan

Veteran ex-soldier shows grit in rugged boxing bout

The former soldier, beaten but game, fought Brennan to a strong performance. Inexperience with his left hand and early rounds gave Brennan the edge, while Martin bled early but rallied. From rounds six to ten Brennan pressed, though Martin had moments in close. Final verdict left both fighters marked as they exchanged blows to a close finish.

Brennan Martin

Sweeney K O D in 16 Seconds at Madison Square Garden

New York reports the shortest bout at MSG lasting 16 seconds as Whitey Allen knocks out Bob Sweeney of Boston with a right smash. Homer Smith KO’d Wild Bill Reed in the fourth round. Pinkey Lewis disqualified in the third round for holding.

New York Madison Square Garden Whitey Allen Bob Sweeney Boston Homer Smith Kalamazoo Mich Bill Reed California Smith Reed Pinkey Lewis

Kid Norfolk Wins Negro Light Heavyweight Title

Kid Norfolk holds the Rickard belt as the Negro light heavyweight champion, securing the title in a decisive bout.

Ponent Kid Norfolk

Amherst Beats Williams in Intercollegiate Swim Meet

Amherst defeated Williams 87 to 16 in a meet at Amherst. Stars included Damon and Whitcomb for Amherst and Jones for Williams.

Amherst Williams Damon and Whitcomb Jones

Brave Rookie In Hospital For Planned Baseball Operation

Bert Whalen pitcher for the Boston Nationals arrived at a Los Angeles hospital for an operation expected to enable him to play this season. Surgeons announced the procedure and he is to join the Beaumont club of the Texas league.

Los Angeles Bert Whalen Boston Nationals Beaumont

Josephs Captures New England Feather Title in Boston Fight

Bobby Josephs of Boston defeated Al Shubert of New Bedford in a full 10-round title bout at Mechanics Building to win the New England feather title by a shade. A crowd over 5000 witnessed constant action as both boxers exchanged heavy blows. Shubert suffered a cut under the eye. judges gave Josephs the decision.

Bobby Josephs Boston al Shubert New Bedford Bostonians Josephs Bobby Shubert Joseph Whaler oJsephs O’brien Jimmy Gardner Quincy Mickey Kirst St. Paul Mack Murphy Young Eppy New York Murphy

Noble & Greenough Edges Roxbury Latin In Dual Meet

Noble & Greenough defeats Roxbury Latin 33 to 30 at Dexter Field Brookline in a tight dual. Key events include Mumby 40 yard dash win for Noble & Greenough, Gardner of Roxbury Latin wins multiple distances, and a three way tie for high jump among Noble & Greenough competitors.

Mumby Noble & Greenough Magoon Casto Roxbury

Harvard and Yale Tie for Metro Squash Title

Harvard and Yale clubs tied for the Metropolitan squash team championship with six wins and two losses each. A playoff to determine first place is scheduled for next week, with the two teams set to clash again to settle the tie.

New York Harvard Yale

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