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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1916
Page
12
Freddie Welsh lightweight champion and Charley White of Chicago signed for a 20 round decision bout to be held in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on Labor Day, September 4.
Saratoga N Y July 24 two veterans Jim Rice Columbia University crews and James H Riley former professional champion were matched for a three mile sculling race on Saratoga Lake next Saturday Riley is over 70 and still training Rice aged 64 will give Riley a one minute handicap with a $17500 purse guaranteed by promoters
Welsh to defend the world welterweight title against White in a 20 round match under Marquis of Queensberry rules. If refereed by Billy Roche, Welsh would surrender the title on a decision. purse shares place Welsh at 13 500 with 50 percent over 27 000, White at 4 000, and Welsh 51 percent of moving picture receipts. An open air arena for 14 600 seats is planned in Denver with a 5 000 forfeit posted by Edward Pitts.
Clifford Downey and Arthur Sullivan issue a town wide challenge for a two person team to compete in a foursome golf match to decide Maynard's golf championship title.
Arthur notes the Boston Braves will be the big noise during a lengthy home stay through August 11 with 50,000 fans expected for Sox and Tigers games. A 10 and 6 record on the Western trip is cited, and George Stallings’ squad faces a proving run as locals warm to the American league race.
The DurFexs star eyes a pro debut at the Scotch games on August 5, joining the money chase. Former amateurs like Charley Kilpatrick, EB C Bredin, Tommy Keane, and Frank Kanaly inspired success after switching to professional ranks. The Old Timers Day and Wakefield handicap events draw local athletes to upcoming contests at O’Brien’s Farm and Little River games in Lynn, with BA A and Irish American AA fielding full squads.
Joe Wood won 15 games and lost five last season. He led American League pitchers despite appearing in 25 games. Fiftie-Jack Britton and Ted Kid.
The article notes Lewis abandoned a recent bout at the Armory A A to sail for Buenos Ayres. It mentions no Badoud Lewis rematch at that venue and lists entry blanks for Scotch Caledonian games to Thomas Grieve in Boston. It also details Belt Yard events and prize money for a five mile scratch race and records three BA A Marathon times and winners Longboat De Mar and Ryan.
Donovan pitched for the Yankees in Buffalo against the International League club but the visitors lost 8 to 4. Engel Tyson Gaw and Onslow contributed for Buffalo while Haley Fisher Donovan and Alexander Walker paced New York.
The item notes black bass ample at J. L. McKone's New Found Lake summer camp and mentions J. H. MacAlman visiting Sunapee. It gives 1916 US auto output figures totaling 754 802 in six months and forecasts over 1.5 million cars for the year, plus a pending price change by a major manufacturer. W. L. Colt named eastern district sales manager for Cole Motor Car Company. Narragansett Pier polo season at Point Judith Country Club noted for afternoon attractions.
An aging gentleman known for his decanter contents gains guests’ praise as his skill in choosing fine liquors prompts understated pride. Boston homes feature many G. O. Blake sideboards, reflecting appreciation for well stocked entertaining.
Boxing report notes champion Freddie Welsh and challenger Charley White signed for a 20 round Labor Day bout in Colorado Springs. Welsh earns 17500 with 75 percent of gate over 27000. White 4000. Promotions may lose money. risk of draw cited amid other welterweight bouts and Leonard clashes.
The tale recalls Raleigh introducing tobacco to England and a servant mistaking him for on fire before dousing him with water. The anecdote edges toward cigars and ends by imagining Raleigh enjoying a fragrant C C A Cigar.
Smokers who have adopted the Quincy habit say the cigar is economical and satisfying. Hundreds report 10 cents buys a cigar now, down from higher prices, and the Quincy lasts longer than ordinary cigars, making each puff a joy.
Breslin and Campbell Inc of 49 Melcher Street Boston invites inquiries by telephone Fort Hill 4365 for advertising and business services. The terse notice lists a single contact point and address for reader outreach.
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