Kling Named as Braves Manager for 1912 Season
John Kling the ex Cub catcher will manage the Boston Braves in 1912 overriding Fred Tenney who had been slated to lead the club. President Ward announced Kling’s appointment after consulting players and managers. Tenney will be retained as scout if possible, and spring contracts go out to 381 Braves players as the squad heads to Augusta for training.
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Boxers Signups and Plans for Championship Scraps Across Cities
Johnson and Flynn prepare articles for a Nevada finish fight with Johnson to meet Flynn’s manager in Chicago for final arrangements. Contingent talks include McIn Tosh’s American rep Tom Andrews and a Paris bout for Johnson against McVey. Other bouts feature Moran elimination plans, Hogan and Murphy prospects, and a Worcester all star show with Callahan Rawson Alger McDonough Mellody Doherty.
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Raicevich Wins Classic Heavyweight Bout in Boston
Raicevich defeats Romanoff in straight falls in 31 minutes 10 seconds and 7 minutes 53 seconds. The Italian displays speed and technique to outlast the larger Cossack as referee Tuohey keeps order. Preliminary bouts feature Burns versus Nogert with no decision, and Ierardi versus Butler ending with Butler dominant in two straight falls.
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Quiet Tide at Norfolk Whart Sets Stage for Ocean Freight
At T wharf only two vessels arrived amid high tides and a rat chase caused by floodwaters. The Lucania and Mocanan carried haddock, cod, pollock and hake with prices listed for haddock and cod. The Italian ship Sardomene heads for Buenos Ayres, while the steamers Fordney and Pomeranian face weather and crew events. A stormy coast, snow, and gale conditions hinder port activity with several vessels reported in foul seas and a propeller loss on City of Augusta.
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Kling Named Boston Manager Hopeful Salary Reaching $9900
Kansas City dispatch reports Johnny Kling, the catcher, appointed manager of the Boston National League club to succeed Fred Tenney. Kling indicated salary not fixed but likely about $9900 for next season.
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Taunton Taunton 4 Waterbury 2 Leads in Scoreline
In a local hockey scoreline Taunton defeated Waterbury 4 to 2. The report notes the Worcester Worcester 8 Providence game but lacks final details.
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Shipping News and Phillies Managerial Settlement
Shipping notes list arriving and cleared steamers and schooners with ports and towage details. A Philadelphia baseball dispute between Fogel and Dooin is resolved, with both expressing commitment to the 1912 season and Phillies championship chances.
Dooin To Lead The Phillies In 1912
Philadelphia January 5 1912 Charles I Dooin will continue as manager of the Philadelphia National League team for the 1912 season Horace S Fogel announced yesterday Manager Dooin issued a statement denying rumors and sensational reports that had excited fans nationwide
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Mullin Undergoes Second Operation for Nasal Trouble
Detroit January 5 George Mullin Tiger pitcher lies in a city hospital convalescing from another operation prompted by nasal trouble. He had previously undergone a summer procedure to aid his return before the season. Mullin chose to have the latest surgery to avoid poor condition next season.
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Revere High Tops Winthrop High In Close Basketball Bout
Revere High defeated Winthrop High 7 to 6 in a rough game at the Revere gym. Dee clinched the win with a late sensational shot as Hauman and Nelson prevented any Winthrop scorers. Officials were Nicolini referee, MacKnight scorer. 15 and 20 minute periods.
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Montreal Victorias Defeat New York Athletic Club 9 to 1
Montreal Victorias, Canada's top amateur hockey club, trounced the New York Athletic Club 9 to 1 at St Nicholas Rink. Captain Bowie scored five goals as Montreal showcased superior team play and stick handling.
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Newton High Seven Defeats Stone 6–3
Newton High School hockey beat Stone School 6 to 3 at Brae Burn West Newton. Key plays featured passing by Spalding and Foote for Newton and Foote for Stone. Final tally shows Spalding 5 goals, Thompson 2, Forte and Foote 3 combined. Referee Culhane. Time two 20 minute periods.
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