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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1921
Page
11
A gathering of professional golfers from New England at Bowler Vinton Golf School led to official incorporation papers filed at the State House creating the New England Professional Golfers' Organization, Incorporated.
Manager Hugh Duffy of the Red Sox arrived to resume contract work and bolster the roster for the spring trip, after failing to secure a top outfielder and several other targets. He plans to push trades and finalize signings to shore up the squad.
The piece recalls Bill Donovan returning to Philadelphia to manage a local club and explains how he earned the nickname Wild Bill early in his career. It recounts a disputed interference call involving Crawford and Davis, decision by Silk O’Loughlin and umpire Tom Connolly, and notes it was a stormy, pivotal game with a big lead for the Mackmen.
Professionals plan a New England golfers association to unify the game with a regional championship and a Massachusetts open event on the slate. Officials include Charlie Burgess as president and John Keeran as vice president with Harry Bowler handling secretarial duties and handicapping duties assigned to Dan Horan.
Johnny Wilson, middleweight champion, outboxed Joe Chip at Motor Square Garden winning seven of ten rounds. Wilson relied on a sharp right jab and uppercuts to keep Chip at bay, though Chip claimed rounds five and four with aggressive work. Chip surged briefly in the final rounds, but Wilson sealed the decision with sustained pressure.
In a bout tonight in New Orleans promoter Bill Jan V. Harry Wilks defended the exra heavyweight title by KOing Hill Tate of New York in the second round of a scheduled 12 round bout.
Bryan Downey of Rochester defeats New York's Augie Ratner in a one round heat where Ratner's defense falters. Downey lands a decisive right uppercut to the jaw in the final round reigniting the bout as both boxers weighed 155 pounds.
After more than a year of debate, Longwood C C members voted last night to remodel the present clubhouse. Plans were accepted for work to begin on the long discussed project.
The south shore with Broohton as capital gains attention as Loxing roars in the region. Enthusiastic fans from the south shore have stood out for loyalty, while the north shore lags in recognition of the team.
The Armory A. A. in Mechanics' Building hosts a boxing tourney with four Brockton ringsters led by Jimmy Friaretti New England lightweight champion Mickey Donovan and siblings Johnny Donovan Tony Julian and Billy Carney. Roxbury’s Tommy Kanavan faces Johnny Donovan while George Gardner meets Tony Julian. Friaretti draws Joe Tiplitz in a 10 round finale as north shore and south shore fighters converge. The event at 1169 Washington Street draws strong reservations.
Frankie Britt of New Bedford won his second victory in 48 hours against Frankie Rice of Baltimore in Joe Sullivan's Salem club feature bout. After repeated low blows and protests, the referee awarded Britt in the 16th round. Britt was uninjured and ready to continue when the bout resumed. Three other bouts completed the card.
Philadelphia reports Louisa Pogash from Bridgeport Connecticut dominated Johnny Tillman of St Paul in every round of an eight round boxing match held tonight.
A dress of blue charmeuse features collars and bebe duveryn cutis with gold thread embroidery.
Paddy Flynn of Everett outboxed Jack Ketchell of Milwaukee in a 10 round bout at the Grand Opera House. Flynn showed marked improvement and controlled the action with timely punches while Ketchell fought gamely and answered every challenge.
Flynn's left jab flattens Ketchell's defense as body shots soften him then Flynn targets head and face for five rounds. Robbie Josephs scores an easy win over Joe Mandell, stopping the fight in the seventh as Mandell succumbs to punishment. Johnson defeats Thomas in a busy main event while Canavan stops Noonan and Kelley finishes MeDonald.
Andy Chaney of Baltimore won the judges decision over Charley Beecher of New York in a penniless rounds elimination bout at Madison Square Garden. Chaney weighed 124 1 2 pounds and Beecher 125 1 4, paving the way to meet featherweight champion Johnny Kilbane, who said he would meet any challenger.
Three Intercollegiate Hockey League contests are slated for this afternoon in Greater Boston as a cold snap brings relief to schoolboy hockeyists. If the freeze lasts through the week, most early-season postponements will be completed as scheduled.
Arlington High and Newton High battle at Bulloughs Pond with Newton in strong form. Crosby shift to forward bolsters Newton offense while Malden, Cambridge Latin, and Melrose vie for final spots in indoor title series at New Boston Arena. Brookline and Somerville face key late games.
The executive laments traders' inaction at a Chicago meeting. He cites failed moves for Ira Flagstead and Derrill Pratt, notes Detroit and St Louis discussions, and says Frazee plans to return with potential news for Boston fans. He also dismisses claims of the Red Sox weakness and expects Frazee to reveal more later in the week.
Walter Higgins of Columbia University will start in the Gardner B. Williams three mile invitation at the B A A games on Feb 5. Higgins, backed by Henry V Mahoney, aims to win the new trophy race, having already made a name in collegiate athletics and holding the Van Cortlandt Park cross country record. Other entries include Penn, Brown, Dartmouth in a mile relay and Penn likely fields Maxam, Harold Lever, plus Sid Leslie leads in the 100 yards as the Guarantee Chair of New York entrants.
The Philadelphia youngster nicknamed Wild Bill Donovan recounts the 1907 17 inning Athletics versus Detroit at Columbia Park. He pitched 17 innings for Detroit as the game ended tied 9-9, sparking a multi season controversy over calls, hits and a Crawford interference ruling.
Earl Caddock former world heavyweight wrestling champion starts training in New York for his title bout against Ed Lewis the Strangler set for a week from tonight Caddock weighs 199 pounds about five pounds heavier than his previous appearances in the city.
Centre College football star Bo McMillan announced he was considering an offer to lead a Canton Ohio independent football team. He has not decided, viewing the offer as a bridge between graduation and a business career.
Harvard faces the Massachusetts Aggies at New Boston Arena in a tough nonconference tilt. Coach Bill Claflin relies on seasoned Boston-area players and slashes ticket prices to boost attendance, with Justin McCarthy and Collins highlighted as standout Arlington stars.
Mechanics' Team led the triangular track tourney with Hyde Park and Charlestown High at East Armory. Autos: intermediate 00 yard event won by Montana of Charlestown. junior 160 yard dash captured by Pinto of Mechanic. Other events won by Hyde Park, Charlestown, and Mechanic divers with multiple second and third places noted.
The apron tunic may be made of contrasting material and is generally embroidered in colored silk or wool.
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