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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1914
Page
11
A detailed survey finds limited practical gains for players from recent commission requests. Some changes, like immediate signing after unconditional release, offer benefit, but most rulings affect only a few stars. The exchange leaves major leaguers largely unchanged while waivers and farm-system practice remain contentious.
The $10,000 slander suit filed in Suffolk Superior Court accuses Representative W. Hi. McMorrow of falsely labeling boxer Sam Langford as a faker. Langford says McMorrow damaged his good name by alleging the Atlas A. A. sparring exhibition with Gunboat Smith in November was a frame up.
Harvard athletic authorities reject widespread allegations in out-of-town papers that the Crimson recruits prep school stars with special offers. An editorial in The Crimson defends Cambridge university against attacks over recent enrollments of several football prospects.
The Fall River case of Tom Enwright, famed Exeter football star, sparks debate as he pursues Harvard admissions after Worcester Academy exams. New York critics question athlete recruitment while Harvard supporters cite honest choice and student effort amid coverage by the Harvard Crimson.
Amherst and Tufts, longtime rivals, clash tonight at the Boston Arena in an annual hockey battle. The lineup features Stafford, Gateley, Harding, Whittaker, McGrath, LaBlanc, and Kimball on the Amherst side with Tufts strong in attack and defense as listed in the evening’s program.
Webster Jan. 7. Terry Martin of Manchester defeats Young Jasper of Boston in a 12th round ring battle at the Lake side A. C. Martin used weight and experience to counter Jasper who nearly overwhelmed him in the fifth. In the 12th Martin unleashed a barrage that overwhelmed Jasper, with a rematch possible.
The article notes Luque, a 22 year old Cuban signee for the Boston Braves, rumored to excel with a .3881 last season batting average in Cuba and tallied as a promising recruit. It also covers Olaf Henriksen and Harold Janvrin engaging in golf and handball while awaiting Carrigan’s spring trip plans and rooming assignments. It mentions Charlie Hall leaving the Red Sox and Ganzel’s charity efforts amid a family tragedy at Fore River shipyard.
The Giants beat the Victorias 18 0 and the White Sox 12 8 in Melbourne with a 12 000 crowd watching. Mike Donlan sprained his ankle and may miss remaining games as Lord Denman and officials joined the luncheon hosted by the Melbourne Cricket Club.
Harvard edged Amherst 1 to 0 in a fast exhibition at the Arena. Bud Phillips scored the lone goal in the first period after a pass from Adams.
Captain Kimball of Amherst stopped 59 shots, 24 in the first half and 26 in the second, as Harvard held a weak offense with three regulars out. Doty impressed for Amherst, while Harvard’s passing and teamwork lagged, leading to a 1-0 Crimson victory on a single Phillips goal.
A two out of three falls catch-as-catch-can bout headlines at the Grand Opera House with Einer Johanson versus Karl Lemle. Lemle is a Boston favorite with many appearances while Johanson, a newcomer to Boston, has a strong record and a fast, Gerhardt-like style.
Local baseball figure Charley Ganzel receives public support after misfortune. The piece recalls his past feats behind the bat and urges substantial help beyond praise from readers in the community. Other notes mention Jimmy Power’s New Zealand half mile, Harvard Yale hockey timing, and Frank Gotch on heavyweight wrestling.
Answers cover B A A race records held by Mike Ryan of the Irish American A C of New York with a 2 hours 21 minutes 18 15 seconds Ashland to Boston time in 1912. They ask about junior and intermediate eligibility, entry blanks, and meet dates set for February 7 with schoolboy events on the same date.
Charles O Connor was elected captain at a recent football meeting at English High School. He played end for two seasons and is expected to lead the Blue and Blue eleven next fall. M J Delehanty received a letter for 1913 work despite missing the Lafin game. A string of hockey games is planned today with English High facing Cambridge High and Latin. Cambridge Latin defeated Winchester High 1 to 0, boosting the rival’s prospects. Newton High, bolstered by Gould, meets Malden High at Brae Burn. Boston College High versus Mechanic Arts High is set for Eustis Street. Medford High starts track practice with Edward Mitchell elected captain and Art Cunningham as manager. A schedule for multiple hockey and relay events is listed, with plans for a dual swimming meet by manager Wingersky.
Walter Mohr of Brooklyn defeats Jimmy Fasane of New York in nearly every round in New Bedford. The club’s policy produced no verdict. Fasane showed grit but faded late. Semi windup saw Young Britt and Lore Dias draw. Young Seat from Fall River stopped Harry Young in the preliminaries.
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