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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1922
Page
4
Harvard hockey defeated Massachusetts Institute of Technology 9 to 2 before 5000 fans at the Boston Arena. After a slow start of 14 minutes the Crimson opened the scoring and pulled away with strong play.
Harvard paces tight game against M I T with Martin and Owen in standout form. Cronin four goals leads Cambridge Latin School to a 4 to 1 win over Newton High, while Walker Larocque and Crosby also shine for the Crimson.
Quaker City battles Westminster in a fast moving United States league game at the Arena. St. Nicks fell to the Quaker boys as New Yorkers dropped their contest, illustrating hockey’s fickle fortune.
Eddie Mead, Lynch’s manager, says Lynch will fight every top bantam challenger as he pursues a title shot. Next is Terry Martin, Providence bantam and New England champion, slated for a Friday night bout at the Boston Arena.
Readable lines show Norwood High defeated Franklin High in a basketball game. Other scattered scores include Uwatertown Town 17 and St. Sian Colonials 19 against Am. Glue 5, with St. Marys Houghtons 17 and Chelsea y.M.A. noted in the segment.
Quaker City brings a mix of college and club veterans Britton Lewis McQuaig Stinson to challenge Westminster. Irv Small Ag Smith and Herbie Reaume defend as Westminster seeks a strong pass game after Berlin defeat. Game slated for 8 15.
Funeral services for Ambrose J. Joe Melanson were held yesterday at St. Peter's Church Dorchester with many boxers in attendance. Melanson died after an accident in a boxing match with Joe St Hillaire of Somersworth New Hampshire. Pallbearers were Fitton Council R of C members Edward Kelly John Roach Thomas O'Brien George Hudson Thomas Lamb and Joseph McLaughlin. A high mass of requiem was conducted by Rev Edward Kenney and burial followed at New Calvary Cemetery.
New York champions C. C. Pell and Stanley Mortimer will clash with Philadelphia pair Jay Gould and J. W. Wear in the national racquets doubles final. Pell and Mortimer defeated T. Frelinghuysen and Maurice Hecksher of New York 18-13 15-8 15-18, while Gould and Wear beat H. L. Dixon and E. H. Reynolds of Chicago 15-5 15-7 15-8 to reach the final.
Joe Boykhen of Philadelphia former sparring partner of Jack Johnson won the judges decision over Joe Decosta of Brazil in a fierce 16 round feature bout. The contest was described as bloody and aggressive with clear displays of power.
Pete Hartley of New York defeated Tim Droney of Lancaster in a center-ring hug charged bout, with judges awarding Hartley the decision after the exchange.
A. F. Pete Sortwell leads Harvard and the B A A fundraising drive for the Hobey Baker Memorial Fund. Fans may send checks to 58 State Street. local contributions go to treasurer Princeton 09, H. G. Treadwell. The Arena is expected full Tuesday night for the event.
The record shows Daviscourt has appeared in Boston twice with fights noted against Stacaiak and Zbyszko. A third appearance is anticipated Monday night. Also mentioned are Jack Britton’s 1918 knockout of Shevlin in 10 rounds and amateur boxing registration details in Cambridge.
Princeton hockey beat Penn 2 0 in Philadelphia. The Tigers benefited from Wanamaker’s injury absence and showcased sharp skating, while a familiar Princeton football star provided a highlight with powerful carries that set up the opening goal.
Riverton A C stages semi monthly amateur boxing in the Chelsea Theatre Chelsea with many entrants in 108 115 and 126 pound classes Al Lacey reports a strong lineup and the show is expected to be the best of the season
Boston University plans a hockey game between the College of Liberal Arts and the College of Secretarial Science as part of the February 27 ice carnival at the Arena. Women from all departments join in skates races and a grand costume match. Faculty judges will award a prize for best costume.
The International Figure Skating Championships of America will be staged at the Arena on February 6 and 7 with Boston as favored host city. Manager George W. Brown secured the venue in recognition of local interest in the sport. Competition occurs February 6 morning and February 7 morning and evening.
Eddie Kane to center Tom Gibbons at 175 pounds or less for the clash with Pat McCarthy in Mechanics Building next Thursday night. McCarthy at 170 pounds, Dan Carroll notes no weight change before fight. The Faneuil A C expects under four pounds difference despite boxing rules allowing eight pounds for a heavyweight bout. Gibbons weighed 171 and a half pounds in the Dowd KO victory in New Orleans.
New York January 27 United News reports heavyweight Bob Roper was suspended by the Michigan Boxing Commission for fighting in New York Monday while contracted to meet Harry Greb in Grand Rapids Friday. Michigan rules bar appearances within six days of a state bout and Roper may owe promoters for match-arrangement expenses.
The Winchester five of the Suburban Basket Ball League defeated Arlington High School by 26 to 14 in the Arlington gym. Tansey led the scorers with eight baskets for Winchester.
In Fall River Pat Delaney of Bridgeport defeats Jack McCarron of Allentown Pa after twelve hard rounds to take the decision in a sensational middleweight clash. Delaney earns the title by outpointing McCarron in a fierce, numbers-tight bout.
Hanover N H January 27 The breach of faith charges against the Dartmouth Athletic Council by MIT were withdrawn clearing the way for renewed relations with the Boston institution. Professor Burton said he expects teams from the two colleges to meet next year as usual.
A Boston conference settled misunderstandings among undergrad managers and Tech officials. The Green was found to have engaged in no unfair practices and the earlier council opinion that Dartmouth cancelled athletics too hastily is supported. Official and student sentiment remains positive.
Boston College defeated Portland Athletic Club 44 to 36 in Portland Maine. Castle starred for BC and Hawkes for Portland, with Rowse and Murphy key on defense. Final score BC 44 Portland A C 36.
Lynn English defeated Boston College High 36 to 32 in a Lynn dual meet. The relay started the meet and Cunningham won the dash while placing second in the shot put. Lynn Classical routed St John Prep 61 to 7 with Archoski winning the 20 yard dash shot put and broad jump.
In Syracuse on January 27, middleweight contender Mike McTigue was defeated by Young Fisher in 15 rounds. Fisher, lighter and shorter, dominated with jabs and clinch work, despite McTigue’s best round being the 10th when a solid right staggered Fisher.
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