Sprinters Vie At Franklin Field In Penn relay carnival
Howard Drew of Springfield aims to run 100 yards in 9.35 seconds at the Pennsylvaniana relay carnival at Franklin Field Philadelphia in late April meeting rivals like Lippincott U of P and Patterson who set 9.45 last year Yale’s Johnny Mack bets George Brown can pace the mile, and Harvard may capture the ICAA championships by awarding the games to Cambridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Drew
Springfield
Drew
Franklin Field
Philadelphia
Lippincott
U. of P
Patterson
University of Southern California
Johnny Mack
Yale
George Brown
Mack
Brown
Harvard
Cambridge
Berkley Oval
New York
Manhattan Field
Johnny Gallant
Leach Cross
Norman Taber
John Paul Jones
Cornell
Alex
Dick Grant
W. G. George
Cummings
Lilly Bridge
George
Oscar Hedlund
North Shore A. A
Salem
John Mooney
Satem
Rival hockey and track news from Harvard era meet
Officials Winsor and Foster set clear rules for an evening Trish American Pilgrim hockey clash. Harvard Tech Yale entries show strong B A A trials ahead of the Unicorn meet with 50 Harvard, 25 Tech competitors. Skeets Canterbury retires unexpectedly while Abel Kiviat and Hannes Kolehmainen expected to be reinstated for the New York meeting and Unicorn games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Winsor
Foster
Harvard
Tech
Yale
New England
Abel Kiviat
Hannes Kolehmainen
New York
Brooklyn
Kiviat
Wrong Again All Clothing Prices Slashed
Alleged sales pitch plays on shop slogans and urging investigation by a named figure, with emphasis on broad clothing discounts and a challenge to scrutiny. The fragment hints at a promotional line and a call for inquiry directed at a person described as Mr. Man.
Boxing access and track records from early Boston sports
Inquiries cover Boston boxing access for nonmembers, Boston Marathon fastest times by Tom Longboat and Fred Cameron, and historic track feats. Also notes on Hunter mile record by Oscar Hedlund, and North Shore A A in Salem with John Mooney contact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Longboat
Red Cameron
Fred Cameron
Belmont Athletic Club seeks hockey games for February
A group of former Belmont High School hockey stars formed the Belmont Athletic Club seven and seeks matches with strong high school or independent sevens in the state. Interested teams should contact Albert J. Higgins or Charles Malanson at Belmont 417 M. for games on Saturdays in February or the upcoming Saturday January 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belmont High School
Belmont Athletic Club
Albert J. Higgins
Charles Malanson
Belmont
Coombs and Bressler Sign with Athletics
Philadelphia club announces pitcher Jack Coombs has signed his 1914 contract with Connie Mack. Roy Bressler, former Harrisburg Tri-State League pitcher, also signs for the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Jack’ Coombs
Philadelphia Athletics
Connie Mack
Roy Bressler
Harrisburg
Nunamaker Signs Red Sox Contract for 1914
Leslie Nunamaker the Red Sox catcher signed for 1914 after satisfactory terms with Boston management. The Braves signed Cuban pitcher Angel Villazon and third baseman Deal, with Deal returning to Wilkinsburg Pa. for the southward trip. Walter Maranville signs as scout and recommends Walter Kenefick for a spring tryout in addition to Frank Seecenitt seeking reinstatement after 1918 contractual issue. Schmitt’s fate depends on the National Commission decision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leslie G. Nanamaker
Red Sox
Boston
Federal League
Aurora
Neb
Nanamaker
Lannin
New York
Leslie
Sox
Nunamaker
Nebraska
South
Boston Americans
Braves
Angel Villazon
Deal
Providence
Wilkinsburg
Penn
Stallings
Walter Maranville
Walter Kenefick
Rabbit
Springfield
Maranville
Gaffney
Frank Seecenitt
National Commission
Schmitt
Dunkirk
N. C
Irish American A A to Meet Pilgrim A A in Second Arena Game
The Irish American A A and Pilgrim A A prepare for the second game of their Boston Arena series tonight. The first game ended with an Irish American victory amid rough play. Captain Spider Fynan likely starts for the Pilgrims with Seguin as a substitute if Fynan leaves the ice. Johnnie Fritz returns to his wing, while T rish American A A reshapes lines with Irving Small at center and Bates on the wing. Harold Davenport has quit, Penhallow takes his spot. Ralph Winsor and Junie Foster referees expected to curb rough play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. A
Pilgrim A. A
Boston Arena
Spider Fynan
Alex Seguin
Pilgrims
Fynan
Johnnie Fritz
Irving Small
Bates
Columbia Hockey
Harry Robertson
Somerville High
Bill O’hearn
Brookline
Harold Davenport
Penhallow
Davie
Ralph Winsor
Junie Foster
Pool Challenge Sparks Local 500-Point Showdown
After a pool match Maynard Jan 28 Edward White and James Farrell of this town issued a deal challenging any two fast local pool players to a 500 point match.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard
Edward White
James Farrell
Local Wrestling Stars Enter All Star Bouts Saturday
New England 145pound champion Gus Hakanson Hugo Bjorklund and 125-pound king Tommy O Hare have entered the Irish American carnival wrestling event at Mechanics Building The three champions head a field of over 150 grapplersTwo mats will be used in the hall with the program starting at 7 15 p m
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gus Hakanson
New England
Hugo Bjorklund
Tommy O'Hare
Mechanics’ Building
Hopkins
Bjorklund
Hakanson
Uncle Sam
Sweden
Hie
Tym Posse
Houston Arena
Archie Jeannette
Water front prices hold steady as six schooners trade
On the California waterfront six schooners reported fair stocks of fish with groundfish prices steady from Tuesday. Haddock eight cents per pound and cod around four to five cents led small price changes amid dredging bids and vessel movements including the Oliver Hutchins sinking and repairs planned for East Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T Wharf
Haddock
Oliver Hutchins
Castle Island
Boston
Adelbert Ames
Monomo
Pateman
Thomas J. Scully
National Docks
London
Liverpool
Mystic River
Chelsea Bridge
Port
Breymann
Einstern Crede Company
Shipping News Arrivals and Sailed Vessels Listed in Detail
A long shipping list shows arrivals of steamers and schooners from various ports including Baltimore Norfolk Ipswich and Philadelphia. It records names such as Katahdin Reliance and Eskimo with associated towed barges and tugs as well as schooners Globe and Original with destinations from Gloucester to Newport News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian
Bullock
Liverpool
Zuiderdyk
van Dulken
Rotterdam
Juniata
James
Baltimore
Hilton
Samson
Boca Grande
Grecian
Page
Philadelphia
Pathfinder
Baker
Norfolk
J. H. Devereaux
Keene
Seaconner
Carter
Dingley
Clark
Portland
Bay Port
Beranger
Portsmouth
City of Gloucester
Limekin
Gloucester
Jonas H. French
Anderson
Ipswich
Eureka
Bonner
Newbury
Herbert
Rickes
Concord
Betts
New York
Panther Creek
Allentown
Cardenas
Thomas J. Scully
Cateman
J. B. Sutton
Joshua Lovett
Smith
Passaic
Stroudsburg
Georges Creek
Brooks
Piedmont
Hudgins
Ctc
Tacony
Wallace
Summit Hill
Nanticoke
Nottingham
Quinn
Cheektowaga
Wacker
Perth Amboy
Taurus
Foote
Lynn
Cassie
M. Mitchell Davis
Hoyt
Schoon Theoline
Cummings
Fernandina
Harwood Palmer
Hinkly
Newport News
Warren Pr. Potter
Pierson
Rockhart
Katahdin
Jacksonville
Nantucket
Malden
Cto
Middlesex
Dimock
Reliance
W. & Mars
Horace A. Allyn
Lykens
Henry Clay
Oak Hill
Pickering
Edwin J. Pilsbury
Charles I. Pritchard
Radnor
Teaser
H. de Mathes
Newell B. Hawes
Plum Island
St. Philip's A. A. to Reorganize in Worcester Street meeting
A meeting will be held Friday evening January 30 at St. Rose Hall Worcester Street to plan the permanent reorganization of St. Philip's Athletic Association seven years after its disbandment. Pastor Mather Garrett J. Barry noted the reunion banquet's encouragement and voiced hope for success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Rose Hall
Worcester Street
St. Philip’s Athletic Association
Quincy House
Mather Garrett J. Barry
St. Philip's Church
Penn Football Coach George Brooke Undergoes Appenix Operation
Philadelphia January report states George H. Brooke head coach of the Penn football team was operated on for appendicitis. The operation succeeded and a rapid recovery is anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
George H. Brooke
Penn
Boston and Maine boxing cards spark strong crowds
Boston fans travel to Lawrence for a Crilley promoted event featuring Johnny Glover of South Boston against Joe Nelson of Lawrence with three preliminary bouts. A second card in Augusta Maine pits Tiger Young of New York against Young Hugo Kelley of Portland in a 12 round main event with three prelims. The report notes plans for Langford vs Carpentier discussions and warns against Kilbane Attell plans, while mourning welter Joe Jerardi.
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Boston
Lawrence
Crilley
A. C
Johnny Glover
South Boston
Joe Nelson
Husky
Augusta
Jo. W. Hanks
Tiger Young
New York
Young
Hugo Kelley
Portland
Hanks
Joe Jerardi
Ferardi
Rutland
Lemle to Face Bergman in Gripping Grand Opera House Bout
Kale Lemle the Bohemian wrestler meets Ernest Bergman the German tonight at the Grand Opera House in a tough proposition. Bergman, noted for clever work against Dr Roller last season, has improved and will give a good account. Lemle, on a hot streak under Crackerjack Butler, aims for straight falls with Paddy Uehir of Worcester as referee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kale Lemle
Ernest Bergman
Grand Opera House
Bergman
Dr. Roller
Lemle
Butler
Paddy Uehir
Worcester
Gerhardt Burns at Work Ahead of Return Match
Franz Gerhardt the German whirlwind has called off all engagements to train for his return match with the Cyclone at Mechanics' Building next Wednesday night. Pat Connolly the Irish champion trains at South Boston aiming to perform against Johanson. Waldeck Zvyszko faces Karl Lemle in Boston giving Poles in Greater Boston a first real look at their countryman in action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franz Gerhardt
Burns
Mechanics’ Building
Pat Connolly
South Boston
Johanson
Boston
Waldeck Zvyszko
Karl Lemle
Greater Boston
Dorchester High Names Baseball Captain
The athletic committee and Headmaster Thomas ratified Tom Twitchell of Dorchester High as baseball team captain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Twitchell
Dorchester High
Thomas
Fights in squash excite B A A tournament round three
In the Massachusetts Squash Racquet Association championship, four third round matches at the B A A courts produced three five game thrillers. W E Porter defeated P Nichols after a dramatic final set, while T Blumer edged H Beals in five games. R S Townsend beat H Richardson after a tight close, and T Blumer won the decisive final set after early two games lead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts Squash Racquet Association
Auto Legislation Seeks Safer Driving Standards
Open season for motor law begins as citizens push bills to protect 60 000 taxpayers by promoting sane driving. Prominent industry moves include Joseph D Porter becoming sales manager at American Voiturette Co Detroit and Frederick E Moskovics joining Nordyke Marmon Co Indianapolis. Marion Motor Car Co resumes operation after receivership lifted January 24.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph D. Porter
W. G. Houck
American Voiturette Company
Detroit
Keeton
Car- Nation
Mr. Porter
Frank FB. Wing
Frederick E. Moskovics
Nordyke & Marmon Company of
Indianapolis
Marmon Motor Car
Richardson Wins Decisive Ace to Take Five-Set Match
In a five game set, Richardson clinched the victory by securing the final ace after both players had two aces each. Townsend and Richardson split matches with close games, Bishop dominated Russell in straight sets, while Blumer edged Beals in a tight five setter and Porter outlasted Nichola in a marathon concluding 18-17.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. S
Sall
Porter
Nichols
Richardson
Townsend
Bishop Russell
Bishop
Russell
R. S. Townsend
H. Richardson
Newton
Richard Bishop
T. S. Blumer
Clun
L. Beals
YMCA Tank Hosts Friday Swim Meet
The Friday swimming meet between English High and Mechanic Arts High School will be held in the Y. M. C. A. tank on Huntington avenue instead of Curtis Hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curtis Hall
English High
Mechanic Arts
Huntington Avenue
Melrose High Baseball Announces Year Schedule
Melrose High School manager Edward Baker released the schedule for the season detailing games against Huntington Rindge Chelsea Stoneham Alumni Malden Medford Boston College High Everett Somerville Malden Manchester New Hampshire and recurring venue changes at Melrose Medford and Everett with dates in April May and June.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Baker
Melrose
Huntington School
Rindge
Chelsea
Stoneham
Alumni
Malden
A. m
Medford
Boston College High
Everett
Somerville
Manchester
N. H
P. m
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Hess
Frank
Gotch
Perell
Tom Sayers
Lemles
Nero
Arthur
Skeets
Canterbury
Mr. Man
NEW Belmont Seven
Coombs
Bressler
Paul H. Shannon
Pilgrim
Trishamer
A. A. Pilgrim
Whitten
Blackstone
I. A. A. A. Games
Gus Haranson
All Ca
Hake Lock
Edith
Shipping News
ST. Philip’s A. A
Bob McAllister
Frisco
Gotham
Billy Grupp
St. Louis
Grupp
France
Sam Langford
Carpentier
Langford
Tommy Burns
George Alger
Freddy Duffy
Fred Yelle
Taunton
Walter Mohr
California
Attell
Wilbane
Joe
Gerhardt
Blumer-Bears
Blumer
Beals
Marion Motor Car Company
UNIVE
Ford Motor Company
Beacon Street
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