05 Jan 1921
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1921
Page
1
A 1921 reflection lampoons changing notions of heroism from knights and generals to modern figures. It contrasts figures like Washington and Napolean with debt ridden buyers, landlords, and collectors, noting heroes now face finance and collection agencies rather than battlefield glory.
George Herman Lawson known as Andy Lawson organized an outlaw league in Boston. The Continental Baseball League will operate with offices at 27 School Street Boston Massachusetts.
A grounder to short results in a fielder stepping back and colliding with a runner, allowing a left field throw and score. The inning ends on a double play at second, with the run ruled not scoring since the third out was a force. The report notes the fielder’s fault and confirms the standard force-out rule on the third-out.
Marty Killilea, manager of Johnny Wilson, denounces abuse aimed at the middleweight champion after his victory over Mike O'Dowd on May 6. Wilson, who has not fought for seven months due to medical care, is ready to defend at 160 pounds against O'Dowd Greb Smith or any challenger, unless Paddy Mullins dictates the terms.
Arthur Duffey surveys Andy Lawson and a wave of outlaw baseball promoters. He notes past ventures like the United States League and Allied War Veterans League, then discusses Babe Ruth, Del Pratt, Lee Fohl and Keane Fitzpatrick shaping early 20th century sport.
An early 20th century notice advertises boxing lessons aimed at young men offering an easy way to earn money. It touts boxing training in Somerville with emphasis on business-like discipline.
Philadelphia January 4 1919 Promoter George L Tex Rickard ordered to pay 500 to boxing ref and sports writer William H Rocap in slander suit filed over remarks after the Willard Dempsey bout in Toledo Ohio July 4 1919. Rocap claimed his reputation harmed by Rickard calling him a blackmailer. Rickard denied making the statements. The men argued before the match when Rickard refused to redeem Rocap returned tickets.
The Faneuil A C announces an all star boxing show next Tuesday at Mechanics Building featuring Eddie Shevlin and Johnny Summers of New York. Pat Reed faces Pat McCarthy Roxbury with heavy weight action to follow Battling McCreary versus John Lester Johnson. The card promises high drama from a recent Summers vs Shevlin rematch and a volatile Johnson McCreary feud, with a bargain price despite high talent.
The New York State Boxing Commission ordered a $15 maximum admission for championship boxing contests and $10 for ordinary bouts, with charitable events exempt. Clubs were notified to avoid future bouts at higher rates.
The Boxing Commission denounces high ticket prices as driven by boxers’ demands and calls for correction. It notes fans will pay for caliber but warns against hardship for moderate earners. The commission plans to present its first annual report to the Legislature soon.
A delegation of bankers and brokers asked Boston Arena manager George W. Brown to permit a second United States Association team representing the city. They offer to fund the team at no expense to the arena, praising the arena’s new building and seeking broad support. Brown expressed gratitude and willingness to assist in forming the second squad.
A victory dinner for the 1920 Boston College football team, eastern champions, will be hosted by the college’s president, faculty and alumni at the Boston City Club auditorium on January 12. Guests include Gov Channing Cox and Mayor Peters. A 1921 team captain will be elected and awards presented to players. Tickets remain at 601 Scollay Building Court Street.
The St. Louis Nationals announced they obtained pitcher Bill Pertica from the Los Angeles club of the Pacific Coast league in exchange for pitcher George Lyong, outfielder Dorsey Carroll, and infielder Howard Bogart.
The U S G A annual meeting is set for Friday at the Waldorf Astoria with B K Stephenson and E B Litchfield of the Massachusetts Golf Association expected on deck. Indoor golf schools thrive despite the weather as beginners and veterans join outdoor play and Montclair hosts a competitive match featuring Ralph Thomas Jim Kaye Jim McAndrew and Willie Nichol Brother of Burt Nichol shows promise in this expanding golf scene.
Charley Metro and Louis Pergantes meet in the all-star card semi final at the Grand Opera House tomorrow night in what promises a ding dong battle. Metro is tireless and Pergantesno sluggard, with McCarthy Ajax and two other numbers on the bill for a wild night.
Chicago welterweight Dennis O Keefe suffers double hand fractures after facing Pinkie Mitchell in Milwaukee on New Year s Day. Doctors plan to remove a shin bone segment and graft it into his right hand, sidelining him for about three months and canceling four upcoming fights.
George Duncan open golf champion of Great Britain and Abe Mitchell will tour the United States in 1930 to challenge the American open title. They expect to arrive July 1 for a series of exhibition foursomes over about ten weeks.
Frank Tillo of the North End is said to have avoided a meeting with Harry Silva of the West End by using alleyways. The two will finally clash in the ring at the Commercial A. C. next Friday night with Tillo confident of subduing his shadow. Training sessions at Al Delmont's gym on Hanover street continue as Delmont notes Tillo's peak condition.
Ed Strangler Lewis, heavyweight wrestling champion, lands in Boston for a title defense against Renato Gardini at Mechanics Building tomorrow night. Promoter Lou Daro confirms arrival from New York via wire and says Lewis will base at Copley Plaza. He plans a light workout this evening at the YMCA before the match.
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