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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1908

Page

13

World hammer throw marks broken at St Anthony field day

Over four thousand spectators watched a field day at St Anthony parish Allston on the North Brighton grounds. Highlights included a boys four mile Marathon with 21 finishers, Riversides of Cambridge beating Riverdales of Allston 5 to 0, and Harvard’s B F Sherman breaking hammer throw records in 18 and 21 pounds with throws of 107 to 131 feet.

St. Anthony Parish Allston Brighton Riversides Cambridge Riverdales Rahal B. F. Sherman Harvard Sherman Zueckbener Navy J. F. Mitchell

New Motor Cycle Marks Set at Waltham Meet

At the Waltham Autocycle Club gathering one thousand spectators saw several fast races on the Central Park track. C. E. Anderson of West Newton earned top honors for a self built machine, including a notable 10 mile handicap win with a scratch time of 11 minutes. Winners and times across events included G. M. Green and F. Watkins in stock and national championships, with officials led by referee Alonzo Hoyt and starter W M Ryan.

Waltham Waltham Autocycle Club Central Park C. E. Anderson West Newton Anderson G. M. Green Marsh- Metz R. Thomas Marsh-Metz F. Watkins C. S. Anderson T. Blodgett Orient C.A. Libby Messier Haverhill Green Libby Lynn Estes Lenarts Alonzo Hoyt W. M. Ryan Frank H. Cunnair Ossie Sullivan B. W. Stanley C. E. Smith J. A. Leavitt C. M. Green J. Arthur Burke

Malden High defeats Everett High 5–0 in fast game

Malden High tops Everett High 5 to 0 on June 17. MacCormac Morgan and Everle starred with bat and Leatherman solid in field as Malden takes the win.

Malden Malden High Everett High MacCormac Morgan Everle Leatherman

Dorchester A A Beats Queen Quality Club 5 4 in 10 Innings

Dorchester A. A. opened the season with a 5 to 4 victory over Queen Qualitys of Jamaica Plain in 10 innings at Franklin Field. Leonard and Bastable led the offense, while Hill and Griever starred for Dorchester A. A. in a tight, well pitched opener.

Dorchester A. A Franklin Field Queen Jamaica Plain Leonard Hill Griever Dorchester A. Queen Quality PO. A.T PO Parker iIeonard Donahue Hurlburt Stacko R.f Biorkland McDonald Catarius McHugh P Eel Tiens Delear E.f Ol Havey Cr Ae Cad

Needham High Edges Dedham for Triangular League Title

Needham High won the Norfolk Triangular League championship 7 to 6 over Dedham High this morning in Needham. Gaughan drove in the winning run with two out in the ninth inning. Williams batted well and Cheney and Hurley made key catches as Dedham fell short of last year’s title.

Needham Dedham High Norfolk Needham High Gaughan Os Oksrasassel Cheney Hannon Williams Brownville Daly Webb Collins Devine Drumm Doyle Dru Brownville Heath de If Step Faedhan Dedham Stevens Hurley Maloney Hunt Sibley and Hannon Bh.po.a.e A.E. Collins Malone Doyle Peewee Loce Rogers, Ct Brown’le C.f Ferris Aed Ik Oe

Lowney Field Day A Success At Mansfield Park

The Walter Lowney Company marked its 25th anniversary with a Mansfield field day for over 2000 attendees. Employees and guests rode two trains to Athletic Park, where races crowned winners and a surprise bronze lion statue gift to Mr Lowney was presented by Richard Bell.

Walter Lowney South Station Mansfield Mr. Lowney Vidal Richard Bell Boston Lowney Walter H. Belcher Gilbert A. Daggett Andrew Holland George H. Page H. H. Green W. B. Swett W. A. Andrews C. L. Raynor Daniel Kennedy Austin Gabriel T. Saffin George Egan An Lessi Ralph Fenulla Morris Griswold Bob Atkinson Ernest Fenulli John Alves J. P. Hall Phillip Nett John Mongiello Charles Speare Edward Davis William Snow A. Saffrin John Dalton Alves Atkinson Dalton Gookin Nett Mongiello Annie McCarthy Hannah Sullivan Annie Ellis Fanny Ellis Harriet Wooldridge Rose McAlire Charles Smith John ©. Donohue C. H. Falkenstein GC. J. Tucker

Eleanor Sails Home Ahead In Lipton Cup Opener

The Boston Yacht Club hosted the first Class Q Lipton cup race in Hull Bay. Achilles owned by A P Loring battled last season’s champ Eleanor in a brisk east breeze. After leading early, Eleanor seized the lead on the second beat and finished ahead, securing the win.

Boston Yacht Club Hull Bay Achilles A. P. Loring Eleanor Strawberry Hill Quincy Great Hill Peddock’s Island Sheep Island Windward

Economy Wins Grand Annual at Clyde Park by Half Head

Five jockeys escaped serious injury as steeplechase riders fell at jumps during the Country Club meet at Clyde Park Brookline. Economy ridden by McAffee won the Grand Annual by a half head over Grandpa ridden by Hayes in a dramatic finish.

Country Club Clyde Park Brookline J. C Watson Middlesex Maximilian T. O’brien James W. Colt William C. Hayes Grandpa McAfee Mr. Hayes Gandpa McAffee New York National Hunt Club McMurtrie Tellfare Galloways Small Package Powers Sir Gaze Stevens

Races At Country Club Show Elegant Toilettes

At the Country Club races, society attendees showcased an array of elaborate outfits. Notable ensembles featured Mrs. Paul Hamlen in wood brown voile and Mrs. Sidney Waldo in white with Irish lace, while Mrs. Washburn wore Irish lace with green liberty and black plumes.

Paul Hamlen Elsie Carr Sidney Waldo C. H. Washburn William Dana Orcutt John Reece Annie Warren John L. Thorndike Reginald Gray Alexander S. Porter, Jr John Hurd Hutchins Margaret Roche Alfred Codman Charles T. Lovering, Jr Henry de Ford Douglas Thomas Charlotte Corday Nora Chadwick Harold J. Coolidge W. E. P. Weeks Nathaniel F. Emmons Sallie Lawrence F. Lothrop Ames Cryder Marie Lee Henry L. de Rham Ruth Winsor Adelaide Jackson Thomas Pierce George M. Cushing H. S. Potter Walter O. Underwood Mary Curtis Rosamond Allen Josiah Hadgen Liberty Helen Sears C. P. Greenough John C. Gray Hilda Miller Mary Vaughan Cornelia Wolcott Roger Wolcott Juliet Higginson

Somerville Edges English High In 12-Inning Classic

In a 12 inning duel Somerville High defeated English High 5 to 2 in a final league game. Everett and Scriven pitched well for their teams with decisive late hits for Somerville. Roberts was out after being hit by a ball as the crowd of 1200 watched a tense finish.

English High Somerville High Somerville Everett Scriven

Famous Athletes Compete in AOH Field Day at Locust Grounds

The Division 6 AOH field day drew 88 amateur athletes in 118 entries for events including the 100 yard dash 600 yard mile and three mile runs along with field events. Also held were baseball between Gate of Heaven Holy Name and City Point A A teams and a football match Cork Men's Association versus Tipperary Men's Club.

Locust Street Grounds Gate of Heaven Holy Name City Point A. A Cork Men’s Association Tipperary

Hose Coupling Contest At St Bernard's Meet

Newton June 17. The St Bernard's parish garden party on Allen Field drew hundreds. The hose coupling contest won by an Arlington team Cook and Tierney with 26 2 5 seconds. Hughes and Meade of Arlington were second with 27 1 5 seconds.

Newton St. Bernard’s Allen Field West Newton Arlington Cook Tierney Hughes and Meade

Local Scores Report From Regional Matches

Bridgeport two to one per Bridgeport Bridgeport game in Bridgeport. New Britain defeated by New Haven six to two in New Haven Hartford. Springfield won ten to two over Holyoke in Springfield.

Bridgeport New Britain New Haven Hartford Springfield Holyoke

Amateur Games Wanted by Semi-Pro and Youth Clubs

A listing of teams and organizers in Greater Boston seeking amateur and semi pro games. Entries include Royal White Sox of Brain Tree, Woven Hose and Rubber Co teams, Eagles Jr of South Boston, Newton A A, Merrimac A C, Dorchester clubs, Poo La A C of Somerville, Crawfords and Unicorns of Roxbury, plus many organizers and addresses.

Royal White Sox Braintree Alfred DeCost Common Street Boston J. B. White Park Street Woburn Newton A. A W. J. Stumpf Pattison Manufacturing Co Stanhope Street Vernons Dorchester J. Carr Buttonwood Street Merrimac A. C Roxbury Edward Cranwell Porter Street Jamaica Plain

Houghton & Dutton beat Winchester A A 8 to 2

Houghton & Dutton defeated Winchester A A 8 to 2 at Winchester in a baseball game. Key players included Elra sher and McCarthy for the visitors and Badger for the losers with contributing runs and defensive plays. Attendance was listed at 800 with LeDuc and McKean as umpires.

Winchester Houghton & Dutton Winchester A. A Elarasher McCarthy Badger Houghton & Re A. A Po.a.e Bh.po.a.e Walsh McKean Kenney Connors Eldracher St’nson Ashman Twombley Mack O'Neilson Murray C.f Cummins Cranan Y.f Duane Cronan Newman Neilson Lyons LeDuc

Dorchester High Names Harold Fraser Captain for Next Year

Harold Fraser, noted second baseman for Dorchester High School, was elected captain for next year after the game with Manchester High yesterday. Fraser is regarded as a topInterscholastic league player, having starred all season in both field and bat.

Harold Fraser Dorchester Manchester High Frase

Bits of Baseball from Pittsburg Series

Players recall a rough Pittsburg series with five homers across the short left field fence. The writer muses on Wagner’s potential if he joined Boston and Maddox driving the Doves.

Pittsburg Wagner Boston

Baseball Roundup with Injuries and Umpire Critique

Fifteen popups drifted into the air yesterday morning as play continued. Emilie suffered a facial injury from a foul tip off Graham's bat in the second game, while Bob collapsed but recovered after support from teammates. Ferguson injured his right arm and was sent to a bonesetter in Youngstown. Umpire Rudderham drew boos for string of poor calls against Boston. fans hope he leaves town with the Pirates. The Reds faced a snag, threatening Cubs’ trajectory, and Harvard meets Yale in a hot afternoon clash with Crimson favored.

Emilie Graham Old Bob Cincinnati Reds Pirates Cubs Harvard Yale Crimson

Cambridge Latin Triumphs in 12th Inning Championship Win

Cambridge Latin defeats Newton High 9 to 8 in 12th after tying at 8 in ninth inning. Volk shines with three hits including a triple and a home run worth 3 RBIs. O Neil drives in runs for Newton. Squeezes and late scoring seal the Preparatory league title with 500 in attendance.

Cambridge Latin Newton High Cambridge Volk Tip O'Neil Newton Howe McO't R.f Davey Holbrook Blackall Mellen Deusen Pou Esacs C.f Gallagher Turner Donahue Ryan McCourt Sanderson Crowther Reeves Coon Robbins O'Neil Babson Barry Paul

St Patrick's Field Day Highlights Brookline Brighton Derby

At East Watertown grounds the 17th annual St Patrick's field day drew crowds as Brookline Council beat Brighton Council 7 to 6 in a thrilling baseball contest. Father John S. Cullen and Father P. L. Crayton directed the event with executive support from Frank M. Kelly.

K. of C Brookline

Carr Beats Roslindale Boxed Hero in Surprise Return

South Boston lad Eddie Carr returned to the ring at the Armory A A and defeated Kid McDonald of Roslindale. Carr impressed with distance and footwork while McDonald used size, but Carr claimed the win. The Armory card next Tuesday promises a top clash as Harry Lewis meets Larry Temple in a high profile bout.

Eddie Carr South Boston Kid McDonald Roslindale McDonald Carr Armory A. A Noah Perry Armory Athletic Association Harry Lewis Larry Temple Lewis Temple

Golf Champs at Wollaston in State Championship Qualifier

The Wollaston Golf Club hosted the qualifying round for the State championship. H. H. Wilder of Harvard shot 77 to win the low-score medal, with G. R. Angus of Brae-Burn second at 78. J. B. Hylan of Vesper and others tied for third at 79, and R. H. Baniels won the playoff for the final place in the first 32.

Wollaston Golf Club H. H. Wilder Harvard G. R. Angus Brae-Burn Country Club J. B. Hylan Vesper T. R. Fuller Commonwealth K. Sterne Alpine J. G. Anderson R. H. Baniels

Melrose High Tops Woburn 7 4 in Afternoon Game

Melrose High School defeated Woburn High 7 to 4 on the Common. Mitchell and McMullen led the Melrose lineup with key hits while Cassell made a one handed catch in the sixth with bases loaded.

Melrose Melrose High Woburn High Mitchell McMullen Cassell Doherty Finn Garrity McGowan Wentw Connolly Eaton Hickey Jones McDonald Boylan Levins Miliken Caldwell C.f BOW Melrose FW. S Woburn HS Wentworth Snow Balis

Dorchester Hands Manchester High 11-0 Inning Shutout

Dorchester High defeated Manchester High nine 11 to 0 on Dunbar Avenue yesterday. Parmenter was hit by a pitch but remained in the game as Dorchester piled up runs, with key contributions from Daly Frazer Cavanaugh Sullivan Conley Abbott Spaulding and others. Pitcher Spaulding earned the win over McAllister and Simonds as 900 fans watched the lopsided contest.

Dorchester High Manchester High Dunbar Avenue Dorchester Manchester N. H Parmenter PO. A. E Po.a.e Daly McAl’ter Fae C. Hoernle Sullivay Oday Conley Simonds Kshank Hayes W.H Rnle Hubbell Abbott Rif Morrill Spaulding Vles C. Hoernle Frazer Cavanaugh Sullivan McAllister Churchill Barnstead

Germantown A C Sweeps Doubleheader at Stone Park

Germantown A C defeated Riverside A C of East Dedham 6 to 5 in the morning and Morrells of Dorchester 8 to 7 in the afternoon at Stone Park.

Dedham Germantown A. C Stone Park Riverside A. C East Dedham The Morrells Dorchester

Harvard Crew Completes Fourth Mile Time Trial On Thames

Harvard varsity rowers completed a four mile time trial on the Thames from New London to Bartlett Point with Cutler in the No 2 seat. The freshman eight paced for the first two miles, finishing three lengths behind the varsity in 21 minutes 27 seconds for the full course.

Harvard Red Top Conn Thames Harvard Varsity New London Bartlett's Point Cutler Fish Naval Station Varsity Sargent Eaton R. Fulton Blake Ide Yale Eli Vars Engineer Mosher John Harvard Thames River

Professional skaters at Wonderland race draws big crowd

A two mile open professional roller skating race at Wonderland draws keen interest. Competitors include Clarence Hamilton winner of a Chicago three mile race, Stanley Holden, Edward McDougall, Ted Boyle, Joe Brown, John McCarthy, Billy Merritt, Arthur Russell, George Harrington, Edward Donahoe and W. J. Adams from Canada in Pattee's prize event.

Wonderland Manager Pattee Clarence Hamilton Chicago Stanley Holden Lynn Edward McDougall Roxbury Athletic Club Ted Boyle Ireland Joe Brown Newburyport John McCarthy East Boston Billy Merritt Canada Arthur Russell Pittsburg George Harrington Roxbury Edward Donahoe Newbury W. J. Adams

Eastern League Scores From Multiple Cities

Baltimore won 5 to 2 over Toronto in the first game with Toronto taking a 2 to 1 win in six innings. Newark defeated Montreal 5 to 3. Jersey City crushed Rochester 73 to 3 in the first game and 103 to 0 in the second. Providence beat Buffalo 6 to 8.

Baltimore Toronto Newark Montreal Jersey City Rochester Providence Buffalo

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