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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1910
Page
11
Alois Andele plans to repeat his remarkable bridge to light swim next month after facing widespread criticism of last summer’s feat. He remains the only man to complete the swim in front of witnesses, while hundreds failed prior attempts.
Last August Anderle swam from Charlestown bridge with a paddling group of nearly twelve, finishing solo despite critics who claim he touched bottom over Mix's Mate bar. He vows another attempt to prove it was not a fluke, acknowledging possible failure but intent on trying again.
The record notes July 18, 1909, when the Red Sox rose to second in the American League by displacing Philadelphia, though Sunday kept Boston from playing in Cleveland. Cleveland lost to St. Louis, leaving Detroit atop the standings at .650 while Boston hovered around .585. A year earlier Boston split a doubleheader with Cleveland and reached .583 as Philadelphia then beat St. Louis to hit .588.
New Orleans defeated Atlanta 2 0 in the first game while Atlanta won 1 0 in seven innings of the second. Mobile beat Chattanooga 2 5 in seven innings. Birmingham topped Nashville 3 1 and Memphis Montgomery led Nooga 0 in the second game.
Holyoke beat Hartford 5 to 2 while New Britain defeated Northampton 4 to 3 in Connecticut league action. The standings reflect tight contests with goals and saves shaping early season results.
An old advertisement offers free consultation and examination for chronic diseases. Dr. Liverpool, practicing 36 years in Boston and six in Salem, promises quick diagnosis of disease and curability. He claims cures in Danvers, Salem, Beverly, Peabody, Lynn and lists ailments treated. Availability spans Boston 589 Tremont St Wednesdays, Salem 60 Washington St, Lynn Central Ave Munroe St, and other days in Boston with Sunday hours.
Overall today returned to the mound after six weeks with a lame arm and beat Brooklyn 8 to 1. President Thomas J. Lynch, in Chicago to review complaints about the ball used in the National League, witnessed the contest.
The 20th Longwood Cricket Club lawn tennis tournament opened with strong play. New York’s Raymond D. Little beat D. P. Rhodes in three sets on the championship court, while Palmer defeated Inman in three tight sets. Tomorrow features Wright vs Niles and a crowded draw for Eastern doubles, with many matches showcasing notable players.
In Cincinnati on July 18 the Giants and Reds split a doubleheader. Cincinnati won game one 13 to 3, pounding three New York pitchers. In game two Wiltse shut down the Reds until the seventh, and New York scored three runs off Rowan after the first inning. The box notes: Paskett doubled, several players stole bases, and series pitching details are listed with line scores and umpires.
Milwaukee blanked Indianapolis 8 0 while Toledo beat Minneapolis 4 1 Louisville took a 4 3 first game over Kansas City then 2 1 in the rematch St Paul defeated Columbus 9 1.
Readable fragments show Baltimore 3 Rochester 2 Jersey City 7 Toronto 4 Montreal 4 Newark 2 Buffalo 3 Providence a.
Baltimore July 18 Connie Mack pays 12000 for Lefty Russell, the standout find of the season. Major clubs chase Jack Dunn, Clark Griffith indicating willingness to pay top price. Mack watched Russell in two games and secured Dunn’s price, marking a season defining sale.
Seattle July 18 manager Bob Brown of Vancouver Northwest League Club announced the sale of outfielder Charles Swain to the Washington American League team He will stay with Vancouver until season’s end Brown also sold pitcher Hardner to Pittsburgh National League Club and third baseman Breen to Cincinnati National League Club.
James J Corbett backs an unknown protege in a bid to reclaim heavyweight respect after Jeffries loss to Johnson at Reno A $5000 forfeit is posted as a side bet if Johnson refuses the match could occur in the United States England or Australia McIntosh vows a larger purse and a 20 round contest TheBattler Bat Nelson criticizes Jeff Johnsons willingness to fight under heavy betting pressures Mel Sheppard allegedly sets a new 1000 yard record in 2 minutes 12.25 seconds amid doubts over measurement and timing officials and athletes weigh old Meyers record with cautious optimism Jim Sullivan sends out his advance notices for upcoming events
Readers address sports queries to Mr Duffey through the Post column. The piece surveys figures like Ty Cobb, Tris Speaker, Jeffries, and Joe Gans, noting local followers and the question of champions. It mentions the United Shoe Workers games on July 23 at Centennial Grove and seeks details on Arlington Chelsea pitcher needs and past boxing outcomes.
Fall River tops Haverhill 5 1 in the first game and 3 0 in the second on Haverhill soil. Butler Weaver Bertwistle Weisenstein Lessard Fleming924
Last evening at Cabott Street Swimming Pool Miss Alfie Aykroyd a young East Boston swimmer with a national reputation gave an exhibition of swimming and diving drawing attention to her skill and grace despite the crowds and warm weather
In Hamburg on July 18 the international chess tourney saw American champion Marshall draw with Forgaoz in the first round.
Lynn loses to New Bedford 5 1 as Armstrong is hit freely and Lynn is nearly invincible at bat. Abbott Burg out of order. batting order issue cited. Runs by Wallace Daum Metz Burg Cunningham and others with key steals and bases. Umpire Lanigan. time 2 hours 5 minutes.
Lowell defeats Brockton 8 to 1 as Sweeney allows hard hitting by Brockton batters. Tenney and Cooney lead with key hits, Flaharty and Magee drive in runs, Sullivan adds two RBIs, McLane contributes, and Yount earns the win with support from a steady defense.
Stanage emerges as Detroit's strongest catcher in years, throwing better than Schmidt and serving as a solid hitter. The note highlights his athletic versatility and value behind the plate, marking him as a standout talent for the team.
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