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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1902

Page

3

Mulliken Wins Barnard Cup Playoff At Palm Beach

Palm Beach Fla Jan 29 The playoff for the Barnard cup brought the best golf of the season after 18 holes Mulliken of Wolstanton Golf Club defeated his old rival Cory Brae Burn Newton and Moller Apawamis Rye N Y All three were tied 152 after 36 holes and played 18 more for the cup Mulliken won by a large margin over Cory with Moller third

Palm Beach Fla George F. Barnard Brookline Country Club Boston E. A. Mulliken Wollaston Golf Club Mulliken C. B. Cory Brae-Burn Newton John Moller, Jr

Sharkey seeks new bidders for Jeffries title fight

Tom Sharkey is looking for a new venue for the world championship bout with Jim Jeffries. The sailor gave up hope of meeting the champion in San Francisco and asks matchmakers to propose terms. Jeffries says he will honor the signed articles and will fight before any club able to guarantee a suitable purse and proper inducements.

New York Tom Sharkey Jim Jeffries San Francisco

Lewiston Wins Long Polo Match in Overtime Thriller

Lewiston defeated Plymouth 8 to 2 in the longest polo game ever played on the local rink. The match, lasting two hours and twenty-eight minutes, featured Rushes by Tarrant and McGilvery, with Cusick and Burgess in goal. Referee Furbush and timer Beaman oversaw play as 100 attended.

Plymouth Lewiston Pfyrtinve Eeene Tarrant McGilvery Cusick Burgess Furbush

Corbett Denies Fight With Sullivan McGovern Winner

Louisville report claims Young Corbett agreed to meet the Sullivan McGovern winner on February 22 in Louisville. Corbett says his manager is not with him and he expects no bout until next fall.

Louisville Young Corbett Associated Press Tonight Dave Sullivan

Supreme Electric Belt Free Offer from Chicago Institute

An advertisement from the Physicians' Institute of Chicago promotes a free “Supreme Electric Belt” claimed to cure rheumatism lumbago back pain and other ailments. The belt is described as 100 guage and free with no postage or payment, available by writing to 2031 Masonic Temple Chicago Illinois. The institute asserts state charter support and ongoing improvement of the device.

Illinois Physicians’ Institute of Chicago Physicians’ Institute Masonic Temple Ils Sanden R. *. Sanden Tremont St Boston Mass

Earth’s Rotation to End in Billions of Years Says Scientist

Scientists estimate the earth will stop revolving in six thousand million years. Until then, life in the twentieth century remains unaffected. A cheeky ad notes G. O. Taylor Old Bourbon or Pure Rye, with Chester H. Graves & Sons selling sealed bottles, inviting reports if unavailable.

G. O. Taylor Chester H. Graves & Sons Kioston Chester L. Graves & Sons

Portland defends to beat Lawrence in tight 5-3 decision

In Portland, Maine, January 2, the Portland team edged Lawrence 5-3 after a defensive struggle. The game stayed close through two periods, with key rushes by Warner and Jason and strong stops by Tibbits and Mallory as about 600 watched.

Portland Lawrence Warner Jason Tibbits Mallory Wiley O’brien Dyer

Clinton Handily Beats Lowell 8 to 1 on Local Rink

Clinton defeated Lowell 8 to 1 in a heated game at the local rink with Clinton’s defense dominant. Farrell stood out for Clinton while Lewis and Jead performed well for Lowell. Score details show Clinton 38 Lowell 1 with rushes by Guana and Lewis and saves by Cashman and Vox. Referee Connolly timer Hartwell attendance 500.

Clinton Mass Lowell Farrell Lewis Jead Guana Cashman Vox Connolly Hartwell

Salem Defeats Worcester In Hectic 9-4 Hockey Game

In Worcester Salem won 9 to 4 against Worcester in a heated night matchup. Bartlett remained sidelined with injuries, Ha le y filling in. Rushes Daly led Salem with 10, while Whipple had 3 for Worcester. Referee McGeachey oversaw a 700 attendance game.

Worcester Mass Salem Bartlett Ha#ley Daly Whipple Steps—Bannon Heffernan McGeachey Timor—Donovan

Doctors See Sandow in Private Muscle Exhibition

A distinguished party of medical men including Drs. Franklin Dexter, James Dwight, Thomas Dwight, and J. Foster Bush witnessed Eugen Sandow give a private muscle development exhibition at Keith's Theatre. Sandow explained his strength method as Erevet development, noting his Italy health visit in youth. The doctors examined his muscles with astonishment at their extreme hardness when contracted and softness when relaxed. Sandow also performed weight lifting demonstrations, saying he eats and drinks freely.

Eugen Sandow Keith’s Sandow Eith Franklin Dexter James Dwight Thomas Dwight J. Foster Bush

New Skating Speedway Opens on Jamaica Pond

Jamaica Pond gains a new eight laps to the mile speedway carved by the park department led by Superintendent Pettigrew. Teams may enter by applying for a permit at Pine Banks offices, with the track reserved for a set time and not interfering with casual skaters on the pond.

Pettigrew Park Department Jamaica Pond Speedway Rk Commission Pine Banks

Boxing Gossip Highlights Prompt for Six Months Winner Fight

Boxers report nose operations and training plans ahead of Louisv ille showdowns. McGovern and McPartland undergo similar procedures with recoveries noted. A 20 round bout headlines Austin Rice vs Billy Ryan on Feb 4, and amateur classes receive a 110 pound addition at Roanoke event.

George Dixon Eddie Lenny Cambridge

Le Moyne Loses 50 Yard Handicap Swim at Brookline Club

The Brookline Swimming Club held a 50 yard handicap with 15 entrants at the public baths. Harry Le Moyne, at scratch, failed to reach the finals as Leslie Rich with a seven second head start won in 4 4 seconds. Herbert Holm narrowly edged Rich in the final heat with a five yard margin at the finish.

Brookline Swimming Club Harry le Moyne Leslie Rich Herbert Holm Fred Rechtler Holm Bomched

Nasturtium Ill With Chill In England Derby Effort

Whitney hopeful colt Nasturtium is seriously ill with a chill at Heath House Newmarket England. Trainer John Huggins in England received a cablegram from Heath House assistant reporting the illness as the horse ships Whitney colors for the Derby.

New York Nasturtium William C. Whitney England Whitney Heath House Newmarket John Huggins Mr. Whitney

Boston Yacht Club Elects Officers and Funds Race

The Boston Yacht Club voted to support summer racing with 600 dollars to the regatta committee and an additional 30 dollars by Commodore Benjamin P. Cheney for cups. Officers elected include Commodore Cheney, vice Commodore Walter Burgess, rear Commodore Elmer F. Smith, secretary Albert C. Fernald, treasurer William H. Bangs, measurers W. Starling Burgess Jefferson Borden.

Boston Yacht Club Atlantic Parker House Regatta Committee Benjamin P. Cheney Walter Burgess

Where to Skate Today Boston Women Dominate Championship

A tri city championship featuring women golfers from Boston Philadelphia and New York is likely this season. The Women's Metropolitan Golf Association executive committee reported a challenge from Boston and expects a Boston team to join the championship if Philadelphia does not object.

Boston New York Philadelphia Metropolitan Golf Association Women’s Golf Association of Philadelphia Association

Social reception for Industrial Home friends at Westminster

Westminster hosted a Newton Highlands fundraiser reception by the Working Boys' Friends Society with 200 guests. Miss Margaret Donohue won a gold bonbon spoon, Miss Alice Magee took cut glass, Edward Judge earned a stag-handled corkscrew, and George J. MacAvoy received cuff buttons.

Westminster Friends of the Industrial Newton Highlands Working Boys’ Friends Society James Wills James J. Fanelly Jonathan Pugh J. F. Fallon Margaret Donohue Roxbury Alice Magee Jamaica Plain Edward Judge George J. MacAvoy Stella L. Sullivan Catherine A. Barry J.S. Dooley N. Higgins

Philadelphia Sails for Southampton Communicates Distance

Falmouth reports the American liner Philadelphia, departing New York January 22, reached a point 100 miles from the Lizard and used wireless communication at 15:00 hours this morning to relay contact with the shore.

Falmouth Eng Philadelphia New York Southampton

Somers Says No Change in Boston Club Management

Charles W. Somers announced to the Post that there will be no change in the management of the Boston American League baseball team. He acknowledged Killilea’s interest but said he will remain the nominal president.

Charles W. Somers Boston Somers Mr. Killilea

Arlington Wins Two of Three in Amateur Bowling Match

Arlington defeated Dudley two games to one at the Dudley Club in a tightly fought Amateur Bowling League matchup. Arlington built an early comeback in game one to win by 18 pins as Dodge and Rankin sparked with doubles while Whittemore tripled. Dudley led at halftime by 18 pins but rallied in the third game with double strikes from several bowlers and a strong showing by Saxe and Rankin, though Arlington posted a higher total with many spares.

Arlington Dudley Dodge Rankin Whittemore Hall Saxe Rogers Armstrong Simson Boat Club

Jefferson Dominates City League Forfeited Games Sweep

Jefferson widened its City League can dle pin division lead by taking six forfeited wins as Sudbury withdraws. Other forfeits will be evenly distributed to preserve the schedule. Murray and Darwin edged McCarthy two to one in Gees. Boylston swept City Hall. Carruth won two of three from Webster with Hedge returning after illness. St James took two from Hub. The scores follow.

Jefferson Sudbury Murray & Darwin McCarthy Boylston City Hall Carruth Webster Hedge St. James Hub Eeer Carers Bradbury Sheafe Harriman Jackson Parish SAPP Brown Ree Ewee McLella Seer Ewe Seer Carruths Alexander Ceereeneees Lawrence Eee Burns See Reesee Potter Cosesierseess Bowler T'dl Williams Boudrot Freeman Potrig Ec Cugeespteedeen Travis Duff Barry Sere Murphy Seer Cceergsecessis McMullin Peggott Gosselin Owler Eee

Lawson Buys Horses for Lawson Stable at Saratoga

The steeplechase stable of Thomas W. Lawson at Horse Haven Saratoga includes Lothian Wooster Boy Duty Ronkonkoma and Craftsman. Lothian Wooster Boy and Duty were bought from Samuel Hildreth in Memphis and arrived last night. Trainer Ralph Black will seek further purchases for Lawson.

Saratoga N. Y Boston Copper King Thomas W. Lawson Ralph Black Lothian Wooster Boy Duty Ronkonkoma Craftsman Samuel Hildreth Memphis Jtenn Black Mr. Lawson Lawson Horse Haven Union Avenue Saratoga Racing Association

Alexandra Drives in Open Carriage After Illness

Windsor residents report Queen Alexandra, previously listed as indisposed, took an open carriage ride today signaling a return to public appearances amid health concerns in January.

Alexander Windsor Queen Alexandra

New York Banquet Honors McKinley Memory

The New York Board of Trade and Transportation held its annual banquet at the Waldorf Astoria to honor William McKinley and to promote closer capital and labor ties. Speakers included Charles Emory Smith, Myron Herrick, and Samuel Gompers, with Oscar Straus presiding.

New York New York Board of Trade and Transportation Waldorf- Astoria Hotel William McKinley McKinley Charlies Emory Smith John W. Griggs United States Samuel Gompers

New York Honors McKinley Birthday with School Observances

In observance of William McKinley’s birthday public schools in New York City held exercises and flags flew at public buildings. Several meetings were adjourned by the Board of Aldermen as a mark of respect to the late president.

New York William McKinley

Cleveland Flags Fly In Honor Of McKinley Birthday

From business blocks public institutions and hundreds of residences in Cleveland flags are flying today in recognition of the birthday memorial of the late President McKinley.

Cleveland, O Cleveland McKiney

Senate Discusses Philippine Press Censorship Question

Washington January 29 The Senate debated whether a press despatch censorship exists in Manila. The session was spirited though not as stormy as the prior day. The War Department secretary said no censorship is maintained and General Greely confirmed the press is entirely free.

Washington Senate Manila Philippines

Yale Crew Names Two Varsity Eights For Season

Captain Kuntzig selects two varsity crews at New Haven. First eight includes Adams Stubbs Judson Weymouth Scott Auchincloss Sargent with Lincoln bow. Second eight lists Bogue Laws Kunzig Johnson Eckley Hewitt Strongbow Waterman for nucleus of varsity squad.

New Haven Kuntzig Yale Adams Stubbs Judson Weymouth Scott Auchincloss Sargent Bow Lincoln Bogue Laws Kunzig Johnson Ckiey Hewitt Strongbow Waterman

Massachusetts Manufacturing Report Totals From 1900 Census

The Census Bureau reports Massachusetts manufacturing in 1900 with 29 178 establishments up 8 percent since 1880 and total product value near 1.027 billion dollars up 16 percent. City figures list capital and product values for Boston Brockton Cambridge Fall River Fitchburg Gloucester Haverhill Holyoke Lawrence Lowell Lynn Malden New Bedford Newton Salem Somerville Springfield Taunton Worcester Everett North Adams Quincy and others with varied increases and declines. There were no separate reports for five cities in 1590.

Washington Census Bureau Massachusetts Aoe Boston Brockton Cambridge Chelsea Fall River Fitchburg Gloucester Haverhill Holyoke Lawrence Lowell Lynn Malden New Bedford Newton Salem Somerville Springfield Taunton Worcester Everett North Adams Quincy

Strike Leaders Confer on Allied Freight Council Meeting

Leaders of the Allied Freight Transportation Council and Teamsters Local No. 25 met last night. They refused to disclose details but noted concern over slow progress by the State Board of Conciliation and Arbitration in the strike. Unorganized labor along the waterfront saw progress with new unions forming. milk wagon drivers to be addressed by Patrick Mahoney and others.

Allied Freight Transportation Council Teamsters State Board of Conciliation and Arbitration Patrick Mahoney

Hockey protest over Melrose Somerville forfeit

A Melrose versus Somerville High hockey game in a suburban league was postponed due to ice conditions at Ell Pond Melrose and an alleged notice mix up. Somerville arrived to find no Melrose players and claimed a forfeit. Captain Scanlan protested to the league.

Melrose Somerville Eli Pond Scanlan Melrose High Ell Pond

Tailor Montague Nabbed in Hat Drawn Suit Club Scam

Charles E. Montague, 30, of 70 Bradford Street West Everett, was arrested by a Boston police inspector on a charge of disposing of personal property via a lottery method. He allegedly ran a suit club where clothes were allocated by drawing names from a hat.

Charles E. Montague Bradford Street West Everett Boston Montague

Republicans Move to Substantially Cut War Revenue Taxes

Republican members of the ways and means committee held a private conference to frame a bill cutting war revenue taxes, aiming for large reductions near repeal. They consider removing the burden before addressing Cuba’s relief, with an estimated tax repeal around 368 million dollars.

Washington Jam Ways and Means Committee Cuba

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