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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1920
Page
16
In Chicago on July 20 Claude Hendrix steadied a sputtering Cubs lineup after three Braves came to the plate with one out, then in a strong finish Chicago pulled away to win 9 to 4. The Braves suffered a setback as the Cubs capitalized on early momentum and held the lead through the late innings.
In a high scoring doubleheader New York split with Chicago. Ruth hit his 32d home run of the season in the first game as the Cubs fall behind then rally. Hendrix and Scott duel on the mound while New York takes the two games 7 to 5 and 6 to 3.
Robert W Harwood a Concord High School graduate and Harvard standout has been chosen as one of New England boys to represent the United States at the Olympic meet in Antwerp He rose to prominence as a pole vaulter at Concord High and later shined at Harvard University lifting his vaunting to new heights during trials at Harvard Stadium.
Fintry announces the Scotch Caledonian games at Caledonian Grove on Saturday afternoon August 7. The Walter Scott mile special race will headline the program and milers not selected for the Olympic team are invited to compete. Harry Cutbill of the B A A the Flying Parson has signaled intent to start, with many local speedsters likely entered. Entry blanks available at the Boston A A athletic department on BeMeeter street.
The Arlington town team meets the Lincoln Athletic Association squad from Somerville at Spy Pond Athletic Field in Arlington at 6 30 this evening. Arlington crowds have shown strong support for after supper games as the club, built from local college and high school stars, faces Greater Boston’s top semi professional players, promising a fast paced contest.
Worcester July 20 Paul V. Costello and Jack Kelly of Vesper Boat Club Philadelphia conducted first practice spins over the national regatta course at Lake Quinsigamond this afternoon.
Frank Muller and Joe Burns arrived with Kelly and Costello to lead the Vesper Club oarsmen. Schuylkill crews from Philadelphia, Duluth, Annapolis, and about 15 boats from Boston and New York will reach by tomorrow and Thursday. A naval blimp will patrol the water during the races. A reception at City Hall Friday precedes the regatta with Mayor Fr. Sullivan and other officials.
Sisler hits a decisive homer to right in the eighth, lifting St. Louis over Philadelphia 5 to 4. Moore pitched eight innings for the win, with Davis and Moore handling the later frames. Corra and Lisa provided key hits as the A's offense produced two-base and three-base hits in a tight game.
Neal R. O’Hara notes the Braves rely on home advantage and steady progress. Connie Mack signs young players, promising stable travel patterns for families. Philadelphia remains a pivot in the major league timetable and standings.
A satirical look at 1920 summer styles. It mocks flapper outfits with thin waists, short skirts, backless gowns, and silk stockings while noting the era's fashion freedoms and social ironies. It mentions designers, the Marquis of Queensberry rules, and public figures like Babe Ruth.
Associated Press reports Young Fisher of Syracuse edged Johnny Wilson in a hard fought 10 round middleweight contest with Fisher the aggressor throughout the bout in Syracuse.
Johnny Wilson of Boston, the world middleweight champ, fought Young Fisher in a 16 round bout here tonight and was lucky to escape with a draw.
Fisher attacks the champion in every round, forcing Wilson to cover up and retreat at times. The middle rounds see Wilson rally, while Fisher remains aggressive. The ninth and tenth rounds swing back to Wilson as Fisher tires, leaving the crowd disappointed yet recognizing Fisher’s early dominance.
George Bothner of New York will referee the world championship wrestling match between Joe Stecher and Renato Gardini at the Revere Cycle Track tomorrow night. Gardini has trained hard and plans a fast, tactical fight. Promoter Louro offers fans advance reservations at the American House in Boston.
New England amateur championships open tonight at the Revere cycle track with an opening feature and a one hour motor paced final. Amateur title trials and finals are on the program this evening, a change from past years. The Marathon course event will showcase Wiley Carman Madonna and Vanderstuy in a top speed duel.
The passage notes Jack Johnson's surrender to U S authorities and mentions speculation linking the act to Dempsey's stance on the color line, quoting the phrase Safety first as a revived motto attributed to Johnson.
Arthur Duffey surveys yacht racing, boxing, track trials and wrestling in a breezy sports column. Mentions Tommy Lipton Shamrock IV, Babe Ruth home runs, Helffrich Cornell, Manville New York A C, Shéa quarter mile tactics, Tris Speaker Indians, Renato Gardini title bid, and a roster of readers and athletes.
Paul Doyle returns to town after a several week honeymoon and plans to travel to Maine for training. He seeks a new bout with Kioby, who has agreed to give him another chance, while Kioby may retire soon making the title moot.
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