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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1906
Page
3
Myron W. Townsend surveys Boston boxers, noting the uproar after medals sold for reduced value at a Chicago event. He contrasts amateur pride with pawnshop practices, urging more modesty and fairness among Boston amateurs and professionals.
Western athletic authorities debate allowing professional players on college teams after the Iowa incident. Illinois athletic director George Huff urges high scholarship standards and residence rules so professionals can play for pay, arguing students should not be barred from earning money to cover college expenses. In Los Angeles a racing scandal taints the sport as trainers face accusations of track manipulation and undue influence by Boots Darnell.
Boston merchants open their auto show today for Washington's Birthday crowds. Newbury Street and Berkeley near Tremont host a growing mobility mart with a dozen firms in operation. Alvan T. Fuller marks his 10th annual opening at Packard and Cadillac in the mart while Linscott Motor Company celebrates its first anniversary at 1683 Columbus Avenue. No. 509 Tremont Street features the Wayne 45 50 horsepower vehicle. Baker electrics arrive for J. W. Maguire Company alongside Pierce Arrow cars and Pope vehicles, with the Columbia Electric Vehicle Company awaiting fresh models this week.
The article details alleged race fixing at Ascot with officials paid to arrange wins and shoeing tactics. It also covers Fitzsimmons and Julia planning a millionaire’s retreat near Dunnellen, facing road disputes, while Tommy Murphy loses a bout after leaving the ring before the bell, under boxing rules. The piece notes public road interference and the strict rule on boxers quitting the ring.
President Burlingame of the Boston Inter scholastic Athletic Association issued notices for a meeting to decide if a second annual indoor meet for Boston schools will be held this winter. Arrangements already set to use English High drill hall if a Friday vote approves the event.
At Ann Arbor on February 21 Wesley W. Coe, world champion shot putter, threw the 16 pound shot 46 feet 8 inches in one trial. His other efforts ranged from 40 to 46 feet as several Michigan track athletes posted creditable marks.
Tonight’s Chelsea bout for the American featherweight crown features Abe Attell and Jimmy Walsh. Walsh appears sharper at 116 pounds ringside, while Attell struggles to shed weight. Frankie Neil avoids the bout as Attell’s rival, with Attell’s history against larger fighters noted.
Attell, often winning by knockout, faced Chester Goodwin at Chelsea in a close bout at 125 pounds. Attell weighs at most 125 and faces Walsh, with state police limiting attendance to 1590 as two six round heavyweight preliminaries include Prendergast versus Le Clair and Ferguson versus McGrath.
Baseball chatter runs through early 1904 rumors about Jiggs Donahue with the White Sox, McGovern's bid to reach the majors, tuberculosis illness of McGeehan, Hayden's multiple offers, Burkett's release price, and McGraw's spring preparations. Giants report to Memphis March 1. clubs trim young talent while Clark Griffith severs ten prospects. Newton signs with the Highlanders. Early season impatience and player salary tensions color the chatter as fans await the season.
A Post reporter chats with George Washington about early football, boxing, cross country, and hare and hounds, recalling his own athletic feats and beliefs. He defends honesty with women, corrects a cherry tree tale, and recalls rowing with his men on the Delaware, ending in rain as he sits on a pedestal.
Harvard crews trained on the river with only minor changes. G Bacon moved to the second shell, Corbett joins the second eight, and Fish will miss a week due to illness. The varsity, second, and freshman boats list updated lineups and coxes.
All out for the Chelsea show featuring Walsh versus Attell. Fans with advance seats are buzzing about the card, New England’s biggest in years. Terry Martin remains active in Portland, preparing to face Bartley Connolly at Johnny McGann's National A C tonight.
Condit's Orchestra hosts popular holiday parties this afternoon and evening at Roughan Hall drawing a large crowd expected to attend.
Wolf's My Clothier occupies a busy corner at Portland and Hanover streets near Washington, described as one of Boston's most bustling spots. The narrative highlights its central location and constant foot traffic.
Fred O Connell reports Jimmy Collins will push Billy Dineen to sign a Boston American contract on the way home to Buffalo. The piece lists other baseball players and potential moves including Grimshaw, Murch, Petersen, Wolverton, and Heidrick affecting team rosters and trade prospects for St. Louis and the Browns.
A Post representative visits the Spotless Town plant of the Anheuser Busch Brewing Co near St. Louis. The tour highlights scrupulous cleanliness, a 1000-barrel vat, and thousands of aging barrels. Adolphus Busch’s country home is shown, reflecting his hands on oversight and emphasis on purity in production.
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