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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1912
Page
7
Nearly 5000 fight fans filled the Pilgrim A A Arena for a surprise Baldwin appearance. A 12 year old light haired boy led the crowd in a chorus singing Dixie Land as the sports spectacle unfolded with enthusiasm.
Behr and Wright defeated Dana and MacKinney 6-1 6-4 6-0 in a dominant Longwood doubles match. The day featured Behr and Wright’s strong play, Touchard's solid victory, and a crowd energized by Red Sox entries and local sports figures.
In a tight ten round match Baldwin and O Keefe fought to a draw with back and forth exchanges. O Keefe repeatedly landed uppercuts and jabs while Matty balanced steady counters and late momentum, but neither could secure a win. Prelims featured Roskin, Munice, Willetts, Mack, Byers and Moriarty with varied results and crowd reaction.
The conscience fund in fiscal year 1912 collected 6514 dollars from Americans who had defrauded the government. The small voice of conscience prompted repayment to the federal treasury as the year ended in Washington.
July 16 at the palace a state banquet marked the close of the main Olympic meeting. King Gustav hosted 400 guests in the grand hall with the King Queen Crown Prince and Crown Princess at the head. Guests included Olympic committee members diplomats Swedish cabinet and visiting officers.
Anvil won the 2:08 trot at Recreation Park on July 16 in two straight heats. The first mile went 2:06 34 and the second 2:06, setting season records.
A lavish reception unfolds with white and gold decor, crystal chandeliers, and an orchestra as the King mingles in blue Guards uniform. The water carnival lights the harbor while the Olympic Stadium hosts military riding events and prize jumping. Germany leads with 118.20 points, USA second at 117.49, Sweden 117.07.
The report notes Helen Stiles as a close runner in the 2:08 pace won by Longworth B and details the 2:18 trot where Zarrine and Dave Hallie split top positions after five heats. Final money split among top finishers. racing results include King Daphne and Todd Mac among mixed placings.
The fifth annual forestry conference will convene tomorrow at the Deer Park Hotel North Woodstock for a one day session then move to Bretton Woods for the remainder. It is held under the auspices of the Society for the Protection of the New Hampshire Forests in cooperation with the New Hampshire Forest Commission. Attendees include leaders from the American Forestry Association the North Eastern Foresters and the New Hampshire Timberland Owners Association.
The Wolgast Rivers decision is discussed with calls for fair play on bets tied to the bout. Proponents say Rivers was rightly awarded and any bet should reflect that result. An amateur athletic sanction costs 10 from the N E A A A U and Frank Facey handles local applications. A 15 year old boy wins a race and takes 50 cents prize money. discussion centers on whether this makes him a professional.
The fifth annual tournament of the Union Printers National Baseball League will be held in this city Aug 18 to 24. Boston and other city teams will contend for the Garry Herrmann trophy with large visitor contingents and extensive entertainments planned in Back Bay.
Five jockeys suffered injuries when five of eight horses fell in a race at Valleyfield track. Striven is concussed, Williams internal injuries, Robbins leg broken, Knight and White with minor hurts.
The funeral service for F Lazaro of Portugal, who died from sunstroke during the marathon, was held today at a Catholic church in Stockholm. The body will be sent to Portugal for burial.
Manager John J. McGraw seeks to land star southpaw Tyler from the Boston Braves to bolster the New York Giants pitching staff. He offers Groh and Devore in exchange, with Kling weighing the deal as he leaves Chicago.
Monte Atell of San Francisco and Willis Gibbs of Philadelphia have been matched for a 10 round bout in New Orleans with the fight scheduled for Saturday night.
Lillian Rus sell presents a feature in next Sunday's Post Magazine on the secret of perpetual youth and the curious figure of Mrs Ponce De Leon, described as near to solving age defiance.
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