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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1915
Page
9
In Chicago on January 11 affidavits show two ball players under National Agreement contract were traded for dogs. Mordecai Brown, a former Chicago National pitcher, provided an affidavit about the dog transactions in support of the Federal league suit against organized baseball.
A trove of affidavits and documents outlines alleged wrongs by organized baseball officials. Key figures include Joe Tinker, Roger Bresnahan, and Ebbets, with claims of player trading tactics and restrictive contracts. Additional affidavits cite farming out players, coverages, and 10 day clauses as restraints amid Federal League actions.
Newton High School defeated English High School 4 to 1 yesterday afternoon at Bracurn rink. Newton’s offense netted speed and cohesion, led by captain William Wellman and players Iown and Stickney. For Hagsh High, Tremble Gateley and Quincy contributed solidly.
Blanks for the annual private school meet under Huntington School at the Boston YMCA gym were sent out yesterday. Twenty nine schools were on the mailing list and the coming meet is expected to surpass last year's successful gathering in entries.
An entertaining pitch extols Alley’s Ale as simple and intelligent to drink for its flavor. The copy emphasizes genuine taste as the main selling point, inviting consumers to choose the product for its palatable profile rather than gimmicks.
Nelson in New York plans broad legal action to bar rivals from using the nickname Battling. He seeks injunctions against Dan Morgan and Levinsky unless contracted with his camp. Nelson hired Andrew McLaren of Hoadley, Lautherbach & Johnson for aggressive defense.
Lowell Massachusetts January 11 The Lowell team of the New England league will change hands before the 1915 season. Owners Andrew F. Roach and James J Kennedy say they will sell preferably to Lowell men but will consider outsiders. The death of manager James J Gray and business duties prompt the sale.
Dr Floyd H McCall of his home club captured the gold medal with 84 in the qualifying round of the Sea View Golf Club winter tournament at Absecom N J A list of top 16 includes C B Buxton Huntington Valley G C and Stephen MeChie Englewood with 86s and many others from Sea View Merion Pine Valley and Overbrook with scores ranging from 86 to 93.
Gloucester welter Eddie Brown, a Belgian, defeated Joe Rivers in the ninth round of a 12 round bout at Lenox A C. Gloucester's Buddy Regan beat Frankie Rose of Boston in three rounds in the first prelim, while Al Perry of New Bedford and Kid Brown of Boston fought to a draw in the second.
Parker A. Byers a once world three cushion billiards champion died at his Lafayette home at age 63. He played professional billiards for 45 years and advised rising star Willie Hoppe early in his career.
In New Haven Conn at the Eastern Baseball Association annual meeting directors consider dropping Waterbury and New Britain to reduce the league to six teams. Adjournment set for Monday to finalize retention decisions.
An executive meeting approved shortening the season to 126 games starting April 28 and ending Labor Day. A six team circuit would play 120 games. President O Rourke said Hartford director Clarkin proposed disbanding the league, but the group stayed intact. No Federal league dealings were found with Clarkin. An idea to merge New England and Eastern clubs was dismissed. Al Bannart claimed the Federal league planned a New Haven team.
The Mechanic Arts High School track team trained yesterday with English High School candidates at the Montgomery street drill hall. A move to ask the park and recreation department to build the usual board track at Columbus avenue playground is under consideration as the economy wave delays the track. The track has not been erected this year. commissioners say the school department should cover the cost, though boys use it only a few hours daily while the public uses it all day and evening.
Harvard wrestlers tested in 115 125 and 135 pound classes with Captain Joseph Brennan selecting hopefuls. Heavier classes 145 158 and 175 will compete next, two teams to be formed, and wrestling instruction offered free to all candidates. First meet Feb 20 versus Andover at Cambridge.
Jack Egan American League umpire denied today he signed with the Federals for 1915. A report he planned to jump to the Gilmore organization circulated from Chicago.
An editorial column criticizes proposed changes by college athletic officials. It argues freshmen should be allowed to compete in major games, and six weight and field trials are unnecessary. The piece discusses track eligibility, anti open meet questions, and potential Penn relay team protests ahead of the January 10 Inter City bouts at Mechanics Building.
Photos of Joe Loomis liken him to Alvin Kraenzlein, noting his versatility for the Chicago A A club. Pro comparisons praise Loomis as adaptable as the famed predecessor.
The text confirms Gallant and Alger fought to a draw in Lowell in 1813. It also notes confusion over a George Tyler among Braves players in a Magee trade and mentions upcoming New England skating races and intercity boxing bouts with ticket sales details in Springfield.
The Rockingham A. C. of Portsmouth reopened talks to stage a 12 round bout between Young Jasper of Boston and Sailor Huggins of the navy for Jan 2. Jasper also fights Ray Wood in Lawrence this Thursday. Promotions continue for boxing towns in New England with Cotton Flynn and others eyed for Manchester and Bangor plans.
Will Hoppe world balk line champion beat English champion Melbourne Inman in St. Louis this afternoon by 500 to 48 in 18.2 billiards. Hoppe posted high runs 127 and 336 13 average with Inman at 4.
Yale ends years of uncertain athletics policy and adopts a modern coaching approach. The Alumni Weekly notes Yale has caught up with rivals and will renew strength in future seasons after a period of stagnation.
The Yale Alumni Weekly praises a shift to stable athletic governance after years of chaotic policies. It cites baseball and rowing progress and lauds football under a new three year plan, urging graduates to back a durable Yale football strategy and avoid public critiques of defeats.
Jimmy Collins, famed third baseman, is praised as Buffalo illness recovery recalls his 1903 World Series rally. Boston trailing Pirates three games to none, Collins urged his teammates to fight on, promising a comeback. The Red Sox then won four straight, clinching the title.
Hanover January 11 Dartmouth hockey coach Fred Rocque plans to take what may be the speediest Green team yet to Boston for the Princeton game at the Arena Wednesday night. Poor ice has limited practice to three sessions since college reopening, but the squad hopes to atone for last year’s 2 to 6 loss to Hobey Baker’s Tigers.
Phillips Andover Academy officials announced they declined an invitation from the Boston Athletic Association for an indoor race. The decision follows a past request denied years ago and reflects Andover's choice not to participate in indoor competition despite Exeter relay team preparation for the BA A meet.
Exeter will meet the Dartmouth freshman team in a relay at the B A A games on February 6 in place of the planned Andover match. Andover declined, Exeter eyes rival Worcester Academy clash next, hoping for a strong upset against Worcester despite Exeter’s recent form.
Worcester Massachusetts January 11 It is reported the B A A schoolboy meet rule barring competitors over 20 will jeopardize Worcester Academy chances. George Pelletier may be the only under ban and several fine athletes including Jim Robertson Guy Coggswell John Malone Russ Murphy and Russell Ratigan are affected.
One of the season’s fastest school hockey games ended in a 0 0 tie between Boston College High School and Cambridge High and Latin on the Charles River near the Weld Boathouse. Five extra minutes were played with no score. officials included Referee Kingsley and Assistant Referee Taley.
London officials announced the historic race would not be held this year due to wartime conditions. Officials cited security and resource priorities as the reason for canceling the annual event.
Dartmouth followers forecast a win over Princeton with leaders Captain Leon Tuck and Wanamaker pointed out as key rush line stars and Donahue in goal providing seasoned defense. Murchie, Currier, Bowler, Holmes, Livermore, Tyler form nine, while water scarcity limits rink setup. practice shifted to arena surface midweek.
Ralph Winsor and H. W. Foster of Harvard and the B A A have been named officials for the Dartmouth versus Princeton hockey game at the Boston Arena tomorrow night. The match features rival teams and high stakes as coaches Rocque and Winsor push for strong performances. Dartmouth seeks an upset as Princeton and Harvard reputations loom.
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