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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1904

Page

3

Carney to stay with club says Billings denying release

Director Billings of the local National club flatly denied rumors that Dr. Carney would be released. He urged Carney to improve his hitting and pitching this season, noting Delehanty is considered a better man by observers. The article lists contract holds and ongoing salary disputes among players including Stewart, Bressler, Fisher, Geier, Moran, Cooley, Stanley, Malarkey and Abbaticchio.

Billings Dr. Carney Carney Walpole Street Stewart Bressler Fisher Geier Tenney WiIllis Pittinger Needham Raymer Delehanty Cannell Tufts Moran Cooley Stanley Malarkey Abbaticchio Mr. Billings al Buckenberger Geler

President Winston Sets Amateur Bouts for New England meet

President M F Winston of the New England A A A U says the Roanoke Club action will not affect boxing championships to be held at Mechanics building next Saturday. He states the meeting will follow last year’s lines and police are aware of the legal framework, with advance seat orders from clubmen showing strong confidence.

Winston M. F. Winston New England A. A. A. U Roanoke Club Mechanics’ Building

Pierce Hints Boxing Is Over

Superintendent of Police William H. Pierce stated to the Post that police aim to prevent all boxing in the city. He cited interference at exhibitions last Saturday and yesterday as indicative of the new attitude toward amateur and professional boxing.

William H. Pierce Pierce

Jim McGuire Joins New York Invaders For Return Season

Jim McGuire will not return to the minors but has attached with the New York Invaders. Local fans expect his old-time form. Billy Lush will visit Huntington Avenue this summer under Lajoie’s leadership. Last season he wore a Detroit uniform.

Jim McGuire New York Invaders Billy Lush Detroit Huntington Avenue Lajoie

Sophomores Win Tufts Athletic Meet

Medford February 23 Tufts College A A indoor interclass meet results show sophomores winning by a narrow margin as John J Mullen of Wellesley led with a 9 ft 1 in pole vault clinching the top class finish. Juniors 24 freshmen 19 seniors 10.5.

Medford Tufts College A. A Sophs John J. Mullen Wellesley Donald Morrison Leslie D. Baker Dana T. Crockett Mullen

Greminger Seen as Valuable to Detroit by Billings

The St. Louis Star notes Harry Davis is in fine form for this season and capable of hustling. Director Billings predicts Greminger will be a valuable asset to Detroit despite Boston fans once deeming him clumsy for third base. The Star also hints at forthcoming captain selections and team prospects for the season.

Harry Davis Harry Billings Greminger Detroit Boston St. Louis Star

Celtic Badger Dog Show Star Shines Amid Large Crowd

The second day of the dog show drew a near capacity crowd as families and dog enthusiasts filled the stands. Judges awarded top prizes across breeds with notable wins by Selwonk Kudos, Prince of Wales, Ringleader, Tone Masterpiece, Dumbarton Sceptre, Filett M, and Balmoral Baron amid lively ring action and devoted spectators.

Lawson Father O’gorman Mortimer Selwonk Kennels Selwonk Kudos Ring 4 Anna M. Whitney Lancaster Boston C. A. Lougest Lougest Prince of Wales Theodore Offerman Mr. Offerman Offerman N. BE. K.C Dachshund Club Sandown’ Kennels Brandywine Jack New York Ruthven Kennels Clydeford Baronet Balmoral Kennels Balmoral Primrose Balmoral Baron Windholme Kennels Beagles Robino Round Plain Kennels Dainty Waveland Kennels Jewel

CUTLER BEAT CLARKSON IN STRIKING 900-POINT MATCH

In the Hubbilliard Palace last evening Henry Clarkson and Albert G. Cutler opened a 900 point match. Cutler won 300 to 166 with 18 inch balk line one shot in while Clarkson used 14 inch two shots in. Cutler averaged 727-39 and a high run of 39 while Clarkson posted 410-34 and a high run of 38. The game continues Wednesday evening.

Henry Clarkson Albert G. Cutler Hubbilliard Palace Mr. Cutler Cutler Mr. Clarkson Clarkson

Williams heads to Hot Springs to train with Invaders

Jimmy Williams, second baseman for the Invaders, wintering in Pittsburg, travels to Hot Springs to get in shape. Handsome Mal Eason signs with Jersey City as the New York Americans remain a tough opponent in pursuit of standings. President Gordon of the New York Club leases land in Long Island City to improve access versus Ridgewood Park. Jack Barry of the Phillies enters as Niagara College coach at Niagara.

Jimmy Williams Invaders Pittsburg Hot Springs Mal Eason Jersey City New York Americans Garry Herrman Ridgewood Park Gordon New York Long Island City Jack Barry Phillies Niagara Niagara, Ne

Bowling showpieces in Gilt Edge league last night

Five of eight teams topped 1300 in candle pin action led by Dudley’s 1363 as he swept two of three from Old Dorchester. South Boston Yacht Club beat Colonial two of three while Highland won three straight over Old Belfry. E McKee set a league three string record with 333 total.

Dudley Old Dorchester South Boston U Colonial A. A Highland Old Belfry E. McKee South Boston Yachtsmen Cousens Gray South Boston Yacht Club Farrell House Hannon Ss Reed French Veeetet Perry Cece Dalin Poof Drew Fox Brayscecee Carter Fuller Cole Legate Old Belfry Club Lexington Olmstead Worthen Perkins Stone Smith Nichols Chamb’lain Reed Spaans Ilanes Iatamaica Oldey Newcomb Donovan Taylor Curran Gannon Jobbling Hatch Marshaeece Fletcher Gallagher

Winchester Mystic Valley candle pin league scores show Calumet strong

In Winchester on February 23 the Mystic Valley league game saw Calumet dominate Medford 1831 to 1986 as Blank led Medford with a 114 string and Philbrick of Calumet posted the high total with 278. Purrin Teel and others contributed with steady scores in the three-game match.

Winchester Medford Blank Philbrick Calumet Galumet Purrin Corey Stone Richardson Buff Littlefield Drake

League matches roll on Chauncy alleys last night

In the ee league series two matches were rolled on Chauncy alleys. The Post won two of three against the Globe while the Journal also took two of three against an unidentified opponent.

the Post The Globe the Journal

Plumbers league results at Chauncy alleys last night

Hoey defeated Gallison two games to one while Barrett won two from Cambridge. Salesmen forfeited three games to Hubbard.

Plumbers Chauncy Hoey Gallison Barrett Cambridge Hubbard

Mets win special ten-man match against Metropolitan Club at St Alphonsus

The St Alphonsus Club hosted a special ten-a-side game last evening with the Mets defeating the Metropolitan Club 2459 to 2343. McMullin led the Mets with a high total of 265.

St. Alphonsus Mets McMullin

Sudbury Alleys Rolloff Results Reveal Bowker Victory

The weekly rolloff in Sudbury tallies Bowker first with 311, Cone second at 292, Chase third with 274, and Burrett fourth.

Sudbury Bowker Cone Chase Burett

Forbes House Wins Milton Academy Meet in Close Duel

Forbes House took first with 68 points at the Milton Academy meet, Robbins House 53, Wolcott House 52, Day School 11. Events included shot put, high jump, wrestling, fencing and rope climb with top performances by Tarbell Swift Kayser and MacLeod, plus place finishes for G Kibbey and others.

Forbes House Robbins Wolcott House Om School Tarbell McLeod Cestom Swift R. Kayser McNidor C. Roit Carter von Schrader MacLeod E. Kibbey Foster G. Kibbey A. K Wert Tel Belenuniors EB. Ware Hall F. Grinnell Fischel Wissiesworth E. Ware Halmoon Knowles Kayser Arren Wolcott Tines

Kahoe Signs with St Louis Americans in Salary Clash

Mike Kahoe signs with the St Louis Americans amid a reported $750 salary cut from 1903. The club seeks a first baseman and aims to obtain either Grady or Beckley from St Louis, with Philadelphia offering Catcher Roth in the deal.

Mike Kahoe St. Louis Americans The Waker Grady Beckley St. Louis Philadelphia Catcher Roth

Walsh and Quigley Stage Boston Private Prize Fight

In a secret afternoon bout at a well known club, bantam Jimmy Walsh of New England defeated Tom Quigley of Pennsylvania in 13 rounds. Police and Judge Emmons tried to block the match yet it drew about 300 sporting onlookers and featured Walsh’s clever left hand and Quigley’s dangerous right. Walsh won by knockout after a cautious refocused middle rounds and a final decisive finish.

Judge Emmons Boston Jimmy Walsh New England Tom Quigley Pennsylvania Walsh Quigley England New York Newton Philadelphian

Schools Want to Run Their Meet at Interscholastic Association

The New England Interscholastic Association discusses breaking from the Boston Athletic Association to hold the annual schoolboys meet in Mechanics Building under its own auspices. It seeks funds to expand invitations beyond Boston, noting current revenues barely cover expenses and many schools may be unable to participate this summer. The roster includes Roxbury Latin, English High, Boston College Prep, and many other New England schools.

New England Interscholastic Association of Amateur Athletics Boston Athletic Association Mechanics’ Building New England New England Association Boston St. Louis

Interscholastic Meet Set By Boston Athletic Association

The Boston Athletic Association announces the annual indoor interscholastic meet to be held at Mechanics Building on March 19. Nine open events plus team races, with entry limits per school and a silver cup for the top scoring school. Entries close March 9 with Herbert Hilton in Boston Mass.

Herbert Hilton Mechanics Worcester Herbert H. Ainiton Peston Athletic Association Execter Street Boeton Mass

Local Boxing Bout Sparks Betting Frenzy in City Center

The fight featured a strong local contender who endured to the end and earned acclaim as equal to any youth in the country. Police were unaware of the bout in Station 3 until late last night as significant wagering occurred on the outcome. Rob Roy is cited as the alias for B. H. Benton.

B. H. Benton Rob Roy

Boxers complain of match mixing at Central Club event

A Boston boxing letter claims Jimmy Connolly of Hartford was substituted for Jimmy Connolly of the South End at a Central Club gathering. The writer accuses organizers of using a 14 year old boy to boost Walsh’s reputation, arguing the move harmed boxing in Boston and urging fairer matchups. The note was forwarded to Steve Mahoney for review by local organizers.

Central Athletic Club Mr. Benton Jimmy Connolly Hartford South End Central Club Connolly Jimmy Walsh Walsh Ser Jim Connolly Cambridge Boston Philips Northampton Street M. A. Stone Steve Mahoney Kid Oung Men’s S A. OC Brockton

Boxing card and hypnotism clash in New Bedford notes

Evening boxing lineup lists Sally Myers versus Young Leary in six rounds, Madigan against Lamierre in six, and Tommy King versus Kid Hessell in ten. Report cites hypnotism attempts failing on Monday night as Briggs and Sullivan allegedly drug effects King and Ashley, with a controversial referee decision and reader letters questioning judging.

Sally Myers Young Leary Madigan Lamierre Ronees Tommy King Kid Hessell Jackson Fall River Briggs Ashley King New Bedford Sullivan B. H. Benton Rob Roy

Central Club Meets Tonight With No Assessments

The Central Club holds a special meeting tonight and will not levy assessments on attending members. Directors announce at least 10 bouts planned for the event.

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