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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1916

Page

11

Evers Expected to Join Chicago Nationals Next Season

Johnny Evers, second baseman of the Boston Nationals, said to the Troy Record that he expects to play second base for the Chicago Nationals next season. A Chicago message from Joe Tinker tonight says Evers would be welcomed in Chicago.

Troy N. Y Johnny Evers Boston Nationals Chicago Nationals Troy Record Joe Tinker Chicago Evers

Evers eyeing move to Chicago to revive Cubs infield return

The article reports Harry Evers expressing frustration with East league managers and hinting at a possible shift to Chicago if Tinker resumes shortstop duties with goal to rekindle the earlier pennant winning lineup. He says he will play every game if possible and is prepared to sacrifice personal ties for the league's good.

Tinker Shortstop Evers Gaffney Boston Haughton National League League Chicago

Intercity B A A Boxing Bout Draws Strong Entries

The Boston Athletic Association hosts a big amateur boxing night at Mechanics' Building Monday Jan 17 with about 20 bouts. Top entries include Ben Bailey Pat Owens Dan Donovan Steve Pastenak Johnny Griffin Johnny O'Brien M Payne Harry Ginsburg and more plus an open 108 pound class and a growing 145 pound field featuring Connolly and Walker. Tickets available at 28 School Street Room 8 daily 10 am to 3 pm.

Boston Athletic Association Mechanics’ Building Ben Bailey Pat Owens Cambridge Bailey Dan Donovan Steve Pastenak Salem Johnny Griffin Johnny O’brien South Boston M. Payne Taunton Harry Ginsburg Connolly Walker Boston George W. Brown School Street Amateur Athletic Union

Babe Ruth Signs with the Red Sox for Two Years

Babe Ruth has signed a two year contract with the Red Sox. The deal arrived at the team office yesterday, easing administration concerns. Ruth runs a Baltimore cafe and states business is very good. he expects to be in better form this spring than last year. Contracts for McNally and Shorten are pending arrival.

Babe Ruth Red Sox Lannin Babe Baltimore McNally and Shorten

Brookline High Dominates Dorchester in Swim Meet

Brookline High swimmers defeated Dorchester High in a Curtis Hall Jamaica Plain dual meet. Leo Handy won the standout 254 yard dash in 51.5 seconds, setting a notable interscholastic mark for the yards.

Brookline High Dorchester High Curtis Hall Jamaica Plain Leo Handy

Gaffney and Davis Divorced From Boston National Club Affairs

After extensive legal effort and long hours, yesterday afternoon the divorce of James E. Gaffney and Robert E. Davis from all ties to the Boston National League club was finalized.

James E. Gaffney Robert E. Davis Boston National League Club

Boston club changes seal as new owners take control

Long delayed annual meeting formalizes transfer to Boston's new owners. Percy D. Haughton elected president Arthur C. Wise treasurer with directors deferred. Gaffney and Davis ousted from Boston National League Club ties. Braves Field lease transfer completed. Tedious six hour session at Wise's office ends with signatures on a forty page agreement.

Percy D. Haughton Arthur C. Wise Haughton Boston National League Boston Club John C. Toole Mr. Gaffney National League Fred R. Killeen Boston Club Samuel H. Pillsbury Walter B. Hapgood New Order Messrs Gaffney Davis Wise Messrs. Gaffney Boston National League Baseball Club Mr. Wise Braves Field James KE. Gaffney Robert CC Fred Woodcock George T. Stallings Stallings

Headlight dimmer test at Massachusetts Automobile Club

Test of headlight dimmers scheduled for next Tuesday night at the Massachusetts Automobile Club. The Regal publicity man says Archimedes originated easy riding in automobiles and invented the cantilever spring. Edward Becker of Becker-Stutz Company is on a three week vacation in Cuba.

Massachusetts Automobile Club Archimedes Edward Becker Becker-Stutz Company Cuba

Indoor Golf Tourney At Filene's Golf School

A strong field of golfers will compete in the open indoor tournament today at Filene's golf school. National championship players will face players of lesser note, though the gap will not alter the competition.

Filene’s

Notable entrants loom for state golf title in Massachusetts

M J Brady the former Massachusetts open champion has entered with a potential appearance by Tom McNamara a former state titlist. Other entrants include George Bowden Jimmie Blair Frank McNamara Leon McDonald Ralph Thomas and Tom Fuller with more locals expected as the event approaches. Dick Kimball and Alex Campbell may also join the field indicating a strong turnout for the contest.

M. J. Brady Tom McNamara Massachusetts Florida New York George Bowden Tedesco Jimmie Blair Commonwealth Frank McNamara Cohasset Leon McDonald Rockland Ralph Thomas Bramingham Chris and Lionel Calloway Oakley Tom Fuller Hatherly Charles Burgess Woodland Bert Nicol Boston Fred Rouse Lexington Carl Anderson George Kerrigan Dedham Stanley Hern Ben Knight Burlington Iowa Dick Kimball Michigan Alex Campbell Country Club Brookline Baltimore

Justice Weeks to Referee B A A Games

Justice Barton S Weeks of the New York Athletic Club will referee the 27th annual indoor games of the Boston Athletic Association at Mechanics Building on Saturday evening Feb 5. Members have seats. five seats per member. Remaining seats go on public sale Jan 31.

Barton S. Weeks New York Athletic Club Boston Athletic Association Mechanics

Rindge and Arena Settle Ticket Disposal Difference

The Arena management and Rindge Technical School resolved a ticket disposal dispute. Only one letter requesting ticket disposal was sent, and it was forwarded to Rindge school as other teams in the interscholastic league had no trouble disposing of their tickets.

Rindge Arena Rindge Technical School Rindge School

Azevedo to Arrive Tomorrow for Training Close to White Meet

Jose Azevedo will arrive in town tomorrow to finalize training ahead of his meeting with Charley White at the local club next Tuesday night. The arrival sets the stage for a promotional appearance and prep sessions before the bout.

Jose Azevedo Charley White

Harvard Princeton Lineup and Officials Listed

The note lists players for Harvard and Princeton with names such as Baker W Morgan Cushman Curtis Baldwin and Peacock captain. Referees Fred Rocque and W H Russell are named. Game time shows 20 minute halves.

Harvard Princeton Baker W. Morgan Ew. Cushman

Harvard and Princeton clash for college hockey crown at Boston Arena

Promised returns of George Percy for Harvard and W Humphries for Princeton shape a potential title fight at the Boston Arena. Princeton holds a slight wing edge while Harvard leads in center, with defenses and goalies evenly strong across both sevens.

George Percy Harvard W. Humphries Princeton Boston Yale Wylde Ford Grant Peacock Tiger Scheen Laurie Curtis Percy Curtis Cushman Tiger Wings Crimson Doty J. Humphries Scully Morgan

Harvey Cross Bout Pushed to Next Wednesday Night

The New York boxing match between Johnny Harvey and Leach Cross, delayed from the previous night due to Harvey’s injured hand, is rescheduled for next Wednesday night.

New York Johnny Harvey Leach Cross Harvey

New England Indoor Season Opener At Boston YMCA

The Boston YMCA hosts the indoor season opener bringing together local club school and unattached runners. Several New England and national champions are entered in open events with several attractive relays planned.

New England Boston Y. M. C. A

Boston Y M C A Faces B A A in Star-Studded Relay Battle

The Boston Y M C A with its fastest relay lineup takes on the B A A featuring Irving Howe W Lawrence Powell Percy Hardwick and Edward Balfe. Howe Caldwell Marling and Rose headline a strong field as records loom and several athletes push elite marks in multiple events.

Boston Y. M. C. A Irving T. Howe W. Lawrence Powell Percy Hardwick Edward Balfe Association Rose Meanix Caldwell Ryan Irving Howe Colby Edward Dugger Wenworth Marling Huntington School Bowdoin Nat Sherman Bill Meanix Howe Dave Caldwell S. D. Rose Madison Square Garden Marling Balfe Joseph Cusick Boston College High Charles Ziegler Henry Mahoney Charley Morrill Verder Donnelly Beck Shumm Simmons Boston College Johnny Losero Barron Tufts Harold Weeks F. M. Kingsbury George French Somerville High Sewell

Playgrounds Status Report at Franklin Field and Nearby Areas

A partial bulletin lists multiple playgrounds across Franklin Field and adjacent locales with status indicators. Several sites like Jamaica Pond Columbus Ave Gibson St Neponset Randolph St William Eustis Strandway and Cottage St are marked Good while First St and others show Fair or similar readings.

Norfolk St Randolph St William Eustis Strandway Brighton Cottage St First St

Looking Them Over With Billy Evans

A feature recalling Benny Kauff dubbed Ty Cobb of the Federal League after a stellar day. It recalls Ty Cobb facing Detroit and the Yankees, plus Billy Sullivan arguing left handers can hit southpaws with proper practice, and Doc Johnston's shifts against left-handed pitching.

Ty Cobb Benny Kauff Kauff Polo Grounds Detroit Yankees Cobb Tyrius Billy Sullivan Chicago Americans Billy Sully Sullivan Doc Johnston Cleveland Eddie Plank Johnston Plank Doc White Leonard Boston Luderus Pittsburg Fred Clarke Pirates

Arlington Smothers Somerville Interscholastic Hockey Clash

Arlington High's fast, well drilled team defeated Somerville High 4 to 1 at the Boston Arena in a decisive Interscholastic league game yesterday afternoon.

Arlington High Somerville High Boston Arena

Arlington Dominates Somerville in Lopsided Interscholastic Hockey

Arlington outplayed Somerville by more than three goals in a game marked by careless play. Reycroft stood out for Arlington while Somerville featured promising youngster Downing and a large, ineffective lineup as Arlington led 3 1 at half and finished with goals from Jost Reycroft Peabody Wilson.

Arlington Somerville Dickson Reycroft Careless Jimmy Downing Little Lad Frank McGuire Senegren Vinal Downing Joke Rockwell Harding Reycroft Wilson Robinson O’donahue Fowler Peabody Burtnett Kirlin Perry Johnson Barry

English High Beats Stone 5 to 0 in Cold Franklin Field Hockey

English High School won 5 to 0 over Stone School in an 11th hour hockey match at Franklin Field yesterday afternoon. One 15 minute period was played due to cold, after a planned Medford game was canceled for ice. Scorers included Storey Daley O’Hare Ward with Field officials Maxey Cronin Sparks.

English High Stone School Franklin Field Medford High Medford English Higher School Tully Lavin Morton Knowles Storey Focwss Mayberry Bards Sas Young Wee Ie Brooks O'Hare Lea Landy Des Mains Perry Dees McDonald Peace Woodward Storey Daley O'Hare Ward Maxey Cronin Timer—Sparks

Lincoln Hockey Club Beats Concord Junction in Opener

Lincoln Hockey Club defeated Concord Junction 5 to 1 at Warner's Pond Concord Junction yesterday afternoon. Captain Eddie Boyce led Lincoln with four goals as Junc’s lone scorer was J Giles. Referee Walcott and umpires Pickard Russell supervised the match played in 25 minute periods.

Lincoln Hockey Club Concord Eddie’’ Boyce Concord Junction Warner's Pond Eee H. C Gums Delaney Kennedy Boyce R. R. Hewitt Jensen Altea Atao Ories E P C. Hewitt Eis Eis Wla Din Kak Marrs Mpn Wen Ee Ae al

Stoneham High Defeats Malden High 3 1 In Hockey

On Buckmans Pond Stoneham High hockey seven beat Malden High 3 to 1 in a fast game. Scorers were O Toole McGuire Finnegan and Fish with Bates refereeing and Kerwin umpiring before about 100 attendees.

Buckman'’s Stoneham Stoneham High Hockey Seven Malden High Stoneham High Malden Paougon Wood Sargent Diogo Lowry Weotan Miller Sale Jones Miblugwr Bhis Nes Uciuin Anes Lovell O'Toole McGuire Finnegan Fish Bates Kerwin Timor—Sargent Cores

Spring Schedule for Cubs Announced by Chicago Nationals

Chicago announces the Cubs spring itinerary departing March 30 from Tampa training quarters. April 1 to 11 feature stops in New Orleans, Cleveland, Shreveport, Little Rock, Memphis, and Louisville, with pre season games against the Philadelphia Nationals in Tampa and St. Petersburg.

Chicago Chicago Nationals Tampa Fla New Orleans Cleveland Shreveport Little Rock Memphis Louisville Tvouksville Cubs Philadelphia Nationals St. Petersburg Fila

Baked Dutbury Clams a la Max in Hotel Avery

A local eatery offers baked Dutbury clams a la Max at Hotel Avery. The dish features sea flavors and a chef’s signature technique, drawing diners to the historic lodging.

Hotel Avery

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Braves Clark Rice Bliss Gardner Eckfeldt Lombard Harris Weld Capt J. Morgan Baldwin Thacher Fisher Ruth ED M’grath Hapgood Praves Field Hudson River Tigers Brady Justice Weeks Charles E. Parker Shating Bulletin Billy Evans Uess Kings Pitoning Arlington Smothers Somerville STONE Sseaann Beaconsfield Washington St Boylston Street the Gaiety Theatre
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