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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1912

Page

7

Flynn vs Barry 12-round clash slated for Pilgrim A A show

Promoter announces a 12-round bout between Porky Flynn of the West End and Jim Barry for the Pilgrim A A show next Tuesday night. Both fighters have recent outsized tours and familiar styles, with several prior meetings. Three preliminariess add two six-round and one eight-round bout to the program for entertainment.

Porky Flynn West End Jim Barry Pilgrim A. A Flynn Barry Boston Harry Antipodes Sam Langford MacLean

Regatta row events to headline Charles River program

The Union Boat Club hosts a major afternoon regatta on the Charles River with top match races against Shawmut Boat Club of South Boston. Donovan brothers face Livermore and Edmunds in novice doubles, Griffin and Ed Donovan meet Sargent and Wiggin in junior doubles, and Wiggin duels Frank Davy in singles. Opening at five o clock, the schedule aims for high competition on smooth water before sundown.

Charles River Union Boat Club Hawes Haines Union Shawmut Boat Clubs South Boston Donovan Brothers Tom John Shawmuts H. Livermore Edmunds Griffin Ed Donovan Sargent Wiggin Frank Davy Riverside Boat Club

Pirates Show Mensor Viox In Doubleheader With Boston

Boston fans get their first look at Mensor the Pirates young right fielder whose recent hitting has made him NL top rookie. Viox the Pirates utility infielder draws watching as Clarke sees him Wagner’s possible successor. Honus Wagner remains the big draw as the opener starts at 2 oclock.

Boston Mensor Pirates Pittsburg Viox Clarke Wagner Honus

Ebbetts Defends Dahlen as Brooklyn Boss Keeps Job

Brooklyn National League president Charles H. Ebbetts rejected retirement reports for manager Bill Dahlen. Ebbetts said Dahlen would get time to improve a young, unlucky team. He also suspended outfielder Jud Daly for not returning after visiting his ill wife.

New York Charlies H. Ebbetts Brooklyn Bill Dahlen Dahlen Ebbetts Jud” Daly Daly

King George V Presents Cup To New York Yacht Club

The New York Yacht Club received word from England that King George V has presented a new cup to replace the King Edward cup, which has finished the club’s Newport cruise every year. The King Edward cup will stay with the club as a memorial.

NEW York Yacht Club New York England Edward VII Newport

Beals of Boston Loses in Tennis

In Narragansett Pier Rhode Island July 80 WW Washburn of New York reached the finals of the Point Judith Open by beating Craig Biddle of Philadelphia in a tight five setter. Fred C Inmen of New York defeated S L Beals of Boston 4 6 4 in the other semi final.

Narragansett Pier R. I WW. M. Washburn New York Craig Biddle Philadelphia Fred C. Inmen S. L. Beals Boston

Brockton Beats Lawrence Twice To Grab Third Place

Brockton won both games from Lawrence 3 1 in seven innings and 10 1 in the second. Anderson and Hoff pitched well in game one, while Brockton struck early in game two, knocking Keating out in the second inning and scoring six runs. Key hits included Boardman and Howard with two bases, and Barry, Howard, Gaw, McLane with three-base hits.

Brockton Lawrence Anderson Hoff Keating Smith McLane Barry Howard Dowd Sullivan Buslange Gaw Braymater Boardman Luyster Thompson Carlstrom Chase Barty AME E. Smith Carlst Lynch Briggs Ec Ulrich Ce Briggs Rdman L'yst Kennedy Phenix Ruflange O'Braymaier Pson Pearson

Haverhill Tops Fall River In 12–0 Pitching Win

Long dominated with strong pitching and Haverhill capitalized on Fall River errors to win 12 to 0. MacPherson’s single was the only Hit off Long as five Haverhill runs came on errors and Courtney Matthews Young Cross led the scoring with multiple runs.

Haverhill Long Fall River MacPherson Po.a.e A.E. C Rtney Walsh Carney Weaver Rickman Young Bowcock Cross Rose M'ph’rson R’bins OlFerrin Perkins Hayden Wilson Cronin Courtney Matthews Campbell Robinson Ferrin Bawcock Kerins

Lowell Defeats New Bedford 4-1 in New England

Lowell hollowed the New Bedford effort with four runs as Pfeffer starred for Lowell. New Bedford’s lone tally came on a homer by Morris in the first inning. Pruitt pitched well after a rough first, while Lowell cashed in early with three runs on timely hits.

Lowell New Bedford Pfeffer Morris Pruitt

Worcester 3 Lynn 1 in fast game at Worcester

Worcester defeated Lynn 8 to 3 after Boehling held Lynn in check and Worcester hit Ward at key moments. Clements had a two base hit and Crum stole two bases while Ward pitched for Lynn and Boehling fanned six.

Worcester Lynn Boehling Ward Worgbacop Chuck PO Ale O' Wallace Flaherty M’govern McCune Crum I March Crcutz Clements Logan Haas Cargo Smith Weeden hBoehling Daum

Dartmouth Star Maintains Lead in White Mountain Tennis

Dartmouth star J G Nelson defeated teammate H W Webber 6 4 6 3 in a singles match as the White Mountain championship resumed. Only one singles match remained unfinished with the third round, and one doubles match was played in Crawford New Hampshire.

Noted Actress Promotes Otis Article in Post Magazine

The upcoming Post Magazine features Eliza Proctor Otis discussing a provocative subject titled The Wickedest Woman in the World. The piece promises an insightful, readable exploration from a respected actress.

Eliza Proctor Otis Next Post

Scores Roll in from City League Showdown

In a series of games listed, Buffalo defeated Baltimore 90 to 2, Rochester beat Providence 6 to 2, Newark topped Toronto 7 to 3, Jersey City beat Montreal 6 to 5, with Montreal and other matchups completing the slate.

Buffalo Baltimore Rochester Providence Newark Toronto Jersey City Montreal

Local Scoreboard Totals From Evening Games

Bridgeport leads with 68 after a decisive win while Hartford, Waterbury, New Haven, Holyoke, and Springfield posted losses or modest scores. No other context or dates provided.

Welcome for Olympic winners arrives in New York aboard Vaderland

The first squad of American Olympic athletes lands in New York at 8 oclock on the Vaderland. Notable members include Charles Reidpath of Syracuse University and New York A C and Almer Richards of Brigham Young University. Veteran trainer Mike Murphy, about to retire, receives the warmest welcome. The liner faced a wireless delay and dock arrival was later than planned.

New York America Vaderland Charles D. Reidpath Syracuse University New York A. C Almer W. Richards Brigham Young University Mike Murphy Murphy

Drivers Clash On Track At Waterville Harness Meet

The Kennebec Driving Club four day race opened with 19 starters in the 2:18 trot and pace. Drivers Richardson and Hayden drew penalties for whipping incidents at the stand, each fined $25. Hayden later distanced his horse in the following heat.

Waterville Kennebec Driving Club New England New York Ohio Canada Richardson Charlie Hayden Cabel

Motors and polo vie for pace in Narragansett Pier tourney

Stephen H. Velie and son of the Velie Motor Car Company star for a Kansas City polo team in the Narragansett Pier tournament and plan a White Mountains tour afterward. H M Groff reports strong progress for Paige in New England. J H MacAlman delays homeward from abroad until mid August. Fiat’s R R Ross flags unsafe alleys in Boston area. The Farm Club secretary sails aboard Cedric, seeking autumn novelties. Peugeot formatting for American Grand Prize may arrive in September with Boillot among drivers. J W Hall named general sales manager of Olds Motor Works Lansing succeeding Paris.

Stephen H. Velie Kansas City Narragansett Pier Velie Motor Car Company Velie White Mountains Automobile Club of America Peugeot Boillot Automobile Dealers’ Association Milwaukee J. W. Hall Oldsmobile Company of Illinois Olds Motor Works Lansing, Mich Rupert E. Paris

Baseball GAMES WANTED for Boston area youth teams

Local clubs seek matches with semi professional and youth teams across Greater Boston. Listings include West End A A Reading and Somerville options with half fares, dates in August, and contact names and addresses for F Ramacotti Haymarket 22207 and others.

West End A. A Millers Tedesco Reading Winchester Bennett A. A Somerville F. Ramacotti Friend Street Boston Tel. Haymarket Phillips A. C Hyman Wolpert Allen Street Cardinals Charlestown John McGrath Moulton Street Byron Cubs East Boston Henry Bonzagni Byron Street St. Anthony Japiors Francis P. Lopez Vine Street Cambridge Murphy A. C South Boston John Collins TI Street Athletic A. A Waltham Greater Boston Thomas Cullen Wyman Street Lindens H. J. Manthorn Sixth Street Broadway S. S Nealy Heath Street J. Frank O'Hare J. J. Galligan East Fourth Street South Breton

Providence club adds Street and releases Wilson in league moves

Providence Inter national league club announces un condition al release of catcher Wilson and purchase of pitcher Young from Topeka. Street of the New York Americans signs with the local club this afternoon.

Providence R. I van Dusen Providence International League Wilson Young Topeka Street New York Americans

Willard's uncertain comeback sparks trouble ahead

Jess Willard, the cowboy hopeful, appears to have fallen short of a comeback. The note suggests trouble ahead as critics and rivals weigh his future prospects and potential battles in store for him.

Jess Willard Hope

Braden Direct Sets 2:04 Pace Record at North Randall

Braden Direct, a black colt, wins the Forest City stake heats at North Randall in 2:03 3-4 and helps smash the 2:04 1-2 stake record and the world 4-year-old pacers mark. Sir R wins the 2:04 pace with Don Densmore, Major Brino, and Peter the Second following. Other races include Eva Cord taking the 2:20 trotting division and Adlon leading the 3-year-old trots.

Cleveland North Randall Braden Direct Baron Direct Forest City Egan Braden Ginger Online Sir R Murphy Stoic Don Densmore Major Brino Peter Adlon Dandy G Dickerson Manrico Eva Cord Geers F. Jones Miss Davis Lavell Ruth Randall Br. m Dagler Robsell B. G J. Benyon Constantino B. H H. Jones Lettie Lee B. m D. White Andral Baron Todd Br. H McDonald Oeee Aig Waponee N. Grady Centreville E. G Capugeourdee al Cea Hleter Tan Bam Erase Ogerd Graham Bellini B. c James Brighton B Andrews Baldy McGregor Bagler Maney Co Durfee Junior Watts Darnaly Brook King Blk. c Higgins Sox de Forest Santos Maid Br. F Sienna B. Ff Schiessinger Branham Baughman Cox B. Hb Brown Ch. m Kerr Eddie Dillard Ch. H Snow Edward B Br. G Eeaseatau Don Pronto Bik Shackleton Judge Ward Hedrick Nutmoor Nichols Jim Logan Montgomery Sir RK Cmurphy Parker Ea Balsa Bruno Hodson de Peter the Second Valentine

Taft Congratulates Jim Thorpe for Olympic Victory

President Taft released a letter praising Carlisle Indian School athlete James Thorpe who won at Stockholm. He commended Thorpe’s high standard of physical development and right living and urged continued success in his chosen field.

Taft Jim Thorpe Washington James Thorpe Stockholm

Hayes and Winston Reach National Doubles Final

W T Hayes and J H Winston of Chicago defeated W J Clothier of Philadelphia and G P Gardner of Boston in four set semi finals to reach the national doubles final at Onwentsia Club Lake Forest. McLoughlin and Bundy beat Smith and Thornton to join in the final, with the Newport date set for August 20 amid a 60 game thriller.

Lake Forest Ill W. T. Hayes J. H. Winston Chicago W. J. Clothier Philadelphia G. P. Gardner Boston M. E. McLoughlin San Francisco T. C. Bundy Los Angeles C. Y. Smith Nat Thornton Atlanta McLoughlin Bundy Hayes Winston Onnontsia Club Raymond D. Little Gustav Touchard Newport Clothier Gardner

Sports Echoes From The Times On Various Athletes

The article surveys multiple sports figures and events. Eddie Durnan trains in Minnesota for a race with Jack Hackett slated today. Jim Thorpe is hailed as the world’s greatest athlete, while Charley Street’s early death prompts reflections. It notes debates over Clarke Griffiths and the Red Sox attention, Bill Sweeney’s .359 batting, and rumors about Jack Johnson and Joe Jeanette. It mentions Abe Attell, Jake Stahl, Tris Speaker, Tyrus Cobb, and Ernest Barry. It also covers Tam’s return conjectures, Bob Johnson’s Dartmouth link, Joe Patchen III’s pacing feats, a Dorchester tug-of-war win, and fleeting field-day results at Riverside.

Chicago Johnson Langford Jeanette Fistiania al Palzer Bombardier Wells New York Ad Wolgast Rivers McFarland Wolgast Matty Baldwin Eddie Murphy Packy McFarland A. R. Gildersleeve Watertown Ty Cobb Speaker Sam Chelsea J. W Steven O’donnell Concord Street Boston Sullivan Washington Street Herbiert Slade Jake Kilrain John J. Killion Greenpoint L. L Bunker Hill Monument Street Washington Monument Washington, D. C W. A Red Sox J. Louis H. B Joe Wood G. H Walpole Street Grounds Cravath Lynn Ah Chung Fish Marsh Louis Guertin Charlesbank Gymnasium Thomas Callaghan

Collective sports notes from early Boston era include players births and records

A collage of sports trivia lists birth dates for Cobb and Speaker, notes on double plays and attendance, Red Sox updates with Wood and Cravath, and requests for addresses and gym notices. Includes scattered remarks on fights, monuments, and local sports figures.

British Societies to Hold Athletic Meet in Woonsocket

A list of events for the British Day and Olympic games planned by the United British Societies of Woonsocket at Clinton Oval. Amateurs from New England may enter nine handicap Olympic style races and field events, closing Aug 8 to entries via Cashman, Bottomley, or Cunningham in Woonsocket.

United British Societies of John F. Cashman Exchange Street Providence R. I Robert C. Bottomley Main Street Woonsocket Duncan B. Cunningham Harris Avenue

Page Class to Play Samecs on Dorchester Grounds

On Saturday Aug 8 the Page Class will play the Samecs at Dunbar avenue grounds Dorchester. This league game is pivotal and a close score is expected as both clubs play fast ball.

Dunbar Avenue Grounds Dorchester

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