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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1899
Page
3
New York on January 12 reports the Sharkey McCoy result shifts attention to a potential Fitzsimmons meeting with Sharkey. Sharkey praises strength over science. McCoy laments defeat but vows future boxing, while organizers note receipts near ten thousand dollars and Sharkey’s purse around fifteen hundred.
Sullivan extols Sharkey as a fighting heart, condemns fencing as sport, praises McCoy for bravely opposing a heavier foe, and urges fighters to embody courage over technique, concluding with thanks and a salute to the game sailor.
Sharkey declares willingness to fight any challenger and to meet Fitzsimmons if needed. He praises champions who fight anyone, notes past champions’ flaws, and emphasizes his drive to the top. He may defend the title by challenging opponents or accepting their bids, aiming to crown himself world heavyweight champion.
James J. Corbett writes from New York about the Lenox Club clash between Kid McCoy and Tom Sharkey. He praises McCoy as the more scientific fighter while acknowledging Sharkey’s speed and judgment. Corbett predicts he could defeat Sharkey again and notes a $20,000 purse offer to fight Sharkey or Fitzsimmons if terms fail.
The speaker claims constant fighting and lists a string of dangerous foes: Goddard Choynski Jeffries Rubin Corbett McCoy. He notes rivals avoided McCoy but accepted the bout, praising McCoy as a clever boxing man with game spirit and surprising punching power.
An economical cough syrup ad claims Dr Bull's drops are effective against colds. The copy emphasizes affordability and efficacy for relief.
Mayor George O. Proctor presided at the first regular Somerville City Council meeting. In a joint convention, John P. Prichard was elected superintendent of streets Dr. oe R. Perry became city physician and John B. Viall J. Frank Wellington and Charles W. Sawyer were chosen library trustees for three years.
Murray and Irwin won two games from Roxbury in a near sweep as West Brookline took two of three from Hub. M and I rose to a four-way tie for fourth with Carruth, supported by Byrne and McGrath. Butterfield led with 230 for West Brookline, while Rouse of City Hall topped the single game at 111 and total of 284 across two strings. McCarthy beat Boylston two of three, and City Hall also took two of three from Carruth.
Martin Julian declares readiness to arrange a ring match with Sharkey after three weeks with Fitzsimmons as the preferred winner. He promises a square fight and asserts Bob Fitzsimmons will win, aiming to settle the San Francisco deal.
A compact sports roundup promises broad coverage of turf, ring, and oval events. It highlights amateur, professional, and collegiate athletics with terse, engaging stories across pugilism, baseball, cycling, yachting, polo, billiards, chess, golf, and emerging sports.
In Lexington tonight the Dorchesters swept the three bowling contests against the Old Belfry Club achieving a decisive walkover. The event showcased strong performances by Dorchester bowlers, delivering clear wins across all divisions.
East Weymouth defeats Plymouth 5 to 4 in the fastest game of the season as Plymouth suffers its first loss in eleven matches. Tibbetts stops 48, Mellen 42. Attendance 1,000. Referee Moran. Timer White.
Waterbury defeated Springfield in a swift polo game 9 to 3. Key players included Hipson with 9 goals and Sword with 19 stops. Referee Leahy oversaw the match in Waterbury with attendance not listed.
In a well played contest Maugus Club beat Newton Highlands two games to one. Willey starred for Maugus with brilliant play, carrying the home team to victory and preventing a Newton Highlands comeback. Score details not provided.
The Chelsea Cycle Club defeated the Charlestown Cyclists two games to one last evening in the intercycle tourney. Dembrinski led with a 187 opening, helping Chelsea to 738 pins, the high string of the event.
Meriden driven by a rough pace loses 3 1 to 1 to New Britain in a tightly contested pole game. New Britain’s defense from Jean and Doherty stands out while Meriden goalie P Farrell gifts two easy goals. Officials were Lush and Fagan with 4 attendance.
A fast game yesterday on Spy Pond between Arlington High and an Arlington picked team ended in a 4 4 tie. The picked team, composed of Arlington High School graduates, featured Harry White of the Arlington Boat Club as captain and Tufts College’s Pierce at halfback in fine form.
A vivid old advertisement promotes Dean's Ointment as a universal cure for itching piles. It claims it can relieve sufferers at any time day or night and promises relief from a horrible plague, priced at 50 cents at any drug store.
Somerville High ice polo team dominated Malden High yesterday on Spy Pond, defeating them 9 to 0 in an Interscholastic League contest.
Arthur K. Peck, defeated for secretary treasurer of the Massachusetts Division L A W, seeks redress through the national rights and privileges committee and possibly the national assembly. He claims election illegality, seeks recount and new election, and warns Massachusetts delegates may be seated or unseated, affecting leadership and racing control.
The John B. Prescott, 282 feet long, 44 feet beam, 22 feet deep, is launched in Rockland Maine as the world’s largest five masted schooner. Cost about 83090 dollars, built with Oregon pine masts, Virginia white oak frame, iron sheathing, and electric bells. Captain J G Crowley of TauntonMass commanded. crew of about twelve.
Eddie McDuffee a Boston middle distance rider may clash with Harry Elkes tonight after Elkes fears a string of indoor victories. The pair would settle their merits in a paced twenty five mile outdoor series if McDuffee defeats Elkes. Pop Wikes oversees his son's racing plans while Peter Berlo prepares a motor tandem for pacing a road trial to fix track season faults. The national L A W may appoint Henry W. Robinson as racing board chair with J Kerrison as handicapper. Denver Wheel Club votes to join L A W as a league club with nearly 1000 members. Notices warn members against dealings with a firm promoting Model Bicycles.
At the American Bowling Congress session in Brooklyn a resolution creates a blacklist preventing suspended or expelled players from bowling in any affiliated league after a hearing. Represented leagues include Baltimore Maryland Boston Cincinnati Chicago Montgomery Dayton Buffalo and Interstate. Next congress to meet in Baltimore January 9, 1990.
Chelsea High, led by Copeland with Stearns and Trefethen, edged Roxbury High with a fast push from Underhill and Morris. Goals credited to Copeland Stearns and Morris. Fifteen and twenty minute halves. Referee Pratt Umpires Hermnson and Jeffries.
The first game at Vine Street Church rink proved a success and promises a longer schedule. Mechanic Arts High defeated Dorchester High 12 to 1, thanks to superior skating and game knowledge. Goals by Hapman eight, Currier three, Emerson, and Smith. Dorchester’s Gilman Emerson Stowell Merrill Lincoln scored none. Four 15 minute periods. Referee Webb. Limber Brady.
The Norfolk XI outplayed Boston Dental College at Franklin Field to win 5 to 4. Norfolk dominated by scoring all five goals in the first half while Dental College pressed in the second. Burroughs, Kelly and Curran starred for Norfolk. Thompson, Coy and Leyland for the Dental College. Time two twenty minute halves.
Kiltons of Dorchester defeated the Seavers of Roxbury 6 to 2 on Franklin field. McHugh and Keegan starred for Kiltons. Falvey brothers led Seavers. Also, Boston College topped Dorchester 1 to 0 with goals from Daignault Reid and ref H W Kiley officiating. Andover Phillips Academy selects Leon M Saunders as captain replacing Stevenson who did not return.
Newtowne A C defeated Somerville High 4 to 1 in a single half ice polo match played at Spy Pond yesterday. Schoolboys struggled to score as Newtowne dominated with swift skating and tight defense.
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