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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1920
Page
13
Harvard's eight led Yale from start to finish to win by six lengths in a record defeat for Yale. Captain Churchill Peters of Yale faltered near the finish when his oar slipped, with coxswain Cargon saving the stroke attempt.
Yale oarsmen elected S. Y. Hord of Terre Haute Ind to captain the Eli varsity crew of 1921 at Gales Ferry quarters after the race. He will be a senior next year and previously rowed in the 1920 second shell. Harvard won the big race on the Thames by a wide margin with Reg inald Jenney as stroke.
New London June 25 Guy Nickalls Yale coach was skeptical of Reginald Jenney Harvard lightweight stroke but his prediction backfired as Jenney led Harvard to a surprising victory. Nickalls’ star stroke collapsed allowing Harvard to prevail in a close race.
In London on June 25 Junius S. Morgan eldest son of J P Morgan wore a striking pair of silk orange socks that shone like Corot sunsets. The novelty drew attention as he recalled Harvard days when such bold attire was unfamiliar.
Lewis Butler McCagg Jr. elected Harvard crew captain for 1921 after the varsity eight beat Yale by six lengths. A sophomore from St Paul’s School, he rowed at number four all season and previously captained the freshman crew. His Harvard father watched from Red Top and congratulated him.
In New London Harvard won the Thames curtain classic by six lengths over Yale as coach Bill Haines praised the Crimson eight. Fathers of Yale captain Churchill Peters and Harvard captain Wendall Davis rode on the regatta launch, with Peters Sr. watching his son falter as Harvard claimed the win.
Harvard, led by 136-pound stroke Reggie Jenney, surged from the start to beat Yale on Lake Carnegie. Peters and Carson struggled for Yale as Harvard opened a quick lead, clocking 3:40 at the half and 7:07 for a mile and a half while Yale lagged with increasing distance.
Two seaplanes from the U S submarine base on the Thames patrolled a four mile course as shells sped upriver. The planes swept the area like buzzards before guiding observation trains on their return to New London.
In New London on June 25 a band of twenty Velstead prohibition agents searched alleys and a small hotel, watching crowds at the observation train for liquor distribution. No arrests were made for violation of the gift drinking clause.
Harvard completed a four mile pull in 23 minutes 11 seconds, finishing six lengths ahead of Yale. Harvard led from early in the race, with Jenney steering at 31 strokes a minute and later raising to 33 to pull away, while Yale struggled to close the gap.
Walter H. Frye, found in the Sheepscot River on June 1, underwent an autopsy in Damariscotta. Medical Examiner George F. Gregory led the examination with assistance from Dr. Bernard Dailey and Dr. J. F. Odiorn. Heart, stomach and liver were sent to Bowdoin College for analysis to determine poisoning. Frye fell from a bridge while swimming and offered no rescue effort. County Attorney Cowan ordered the exhumation to confirm poisoning.
Babe Ruth has been signed by a moving picture firm to star in a six reel film titled Over the Fence. The scenario is written and baseball scenes will be shot at the Polo Grounds. Ruth will be paid fifty thousand dollars for his role in the picture.
Lawrence, June 25. Repetition of today’s weather will keep Cuddy’s Arena crowded for the bantam weight bout featuring Tommy Kirby Corcoran against Jack Lawler as the main event. Postponement from last Saturday has boosted ticket sales.
Both fighters concluded strenuous training yesterday and project strong showings tonight. Kirby, the likely favorite, plans two to three more bouts after Saturday at the Arena before retirement, while Lawler seeks a decisive upset. Tomorrow a local boxing card introduces a referee for each bout with Tommy Sullivan officiating the feature.
Barnet Vermont June 2 1939 George Clough a 28 year old farmer and World War veteran shot himself while attempting to kill a vicious coach dog on his farm. He led the animal to a secluded spot and swung the gun butt as the dog sprang. The gun discharged fatally wounding him.
In Waterbury Connecticut on June 2 Governor Holcomb and General Burpee inspected the riot torn area. They pledged full state force to quell disturbances and warned battalions could be rushed within five minutes of a call. One arrest followed the blast, Mike Titoe a Russian, guilty of intimidation and sentenced to six months.
The weekly Lexington Golf Club tournament will be held today in Lexington. The event uses a four best ball foursome format with one-third handicap.
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