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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1914
Page
12
Prominent figures from organized baseball and Federal leagues arrived in New York to greet the world touring ball players aboard the Lusitania. Key executives and team owners from AL, NL, and the Federal league joined meetings at the Waldorf amid tensions over player signings and league status.
Tom Halpin of the Boston A A was honored in Hyde Park with a reception and a diamond ring presented by Magnolia Council K of C. Rev. J J Chittick spoke in praise at the chambers of the council following his New York A A A championship performance.
The Huntington private school meet at the Boston Y M C A gym Saturday draws entries from Moses Brown Providence Dummer Academy Powder Point Volkmann and Lawrence Academy. Huntington will be a competitor. The meet is expected to be very close and second in interest only to the B A A games.
Volkmann or Powder Point look set to win with Moses Brown and Huntington in contention. Kerr of Huntington belts Knowles’ best mile pace, Grant leads Powder Point in dash and shot put, while Moses Brown showcases top home state athletes.
The Boston Athletic Association faces the Montreal Amateur Athletic Association in a fast hockey match at the Boston Arena tomorrow night. Montreal A A claims its defence led by Rutledge Read and Lahue could best local players, with several members already courted by professional teams.
Lawrence fighter Tommy Murphy wins over Boston contender Tony Meringo in a 10-round star bout at Unity Athletic Club. Gus Lenney defeats Patsy Green in another 10-round match, while Finney Boyle stops Tommy Murray in the second session.
The Boston Y M C A and Tech teams will now wrestle Saturday March 21 for the New England club championship. Both clubs enter the season undefeated and the matches will be held in the Union gymnasium.
The next Sunday Post Magazine features more intricate situations in Earl Derr Biggers' Ove Insurance story. The installment broadens the plot with new challenges and character twists.
In Macon Georgia on March 5 the Braves woke to rain prompting Chief Stallings to cancel morning practice. Grounds were waterlogged and although improved in the afternoon no sessions were held to avoid damage. J Plavius made his first appearance since arrival.
Braves officials report a cool overcast day as players begin workouts in Macon. Stallings gathers the squad for guidance while newcomers Hogg Coffey Lewis and rookies from Harvard arrive or are expected. Key veterans Sehang Archer Stanage and Sweeney are cited as benchmarks for spring progress and potential stars.
Tufts College varsity baseball gains two new players Walter Kelly a sophomore second baseman from the 1910 squad and Carroll last year’s first string catcher from Holy Cross. Carroll a medical student will be ineligible under the one year rule but will help develop new talent as Tufts trims to about 20 players after tomorrow’s practice. Captain Lee announces the first cut after the long session and notes that second team players will be called out when outdoor work resumes.
Three members of the main Red Sox squad depart by Owl train to New York with Harold Janvrin Larry Gardner and George Wilson from Lynn joining. Jim Cooney Joseph J. Judge and Steve Yerkes expected to join in New York Philadelphia and Cincinnati Everett Scott also travels. Rankin Johnson to arrive at the camp around nine with Carrigan indicating Johnson may report late.
Crackerjack Butler defeated Jim Polious in two out of three falls. The Greek took the first fall after 33 minutes with a half Nelson and bar lock. Butler won the second in 18 minutes with a front crotch and half Nelson, then captured the third in two minutes with a half Nelson and leg hold.
At a meeting of the H men of the Harvard hockey team William H H Claflin Jr of Boston was elected captain for next year to succeed Willetts. Only two of this year's regulars return and the captaincy nominee duel was between Claflin and Morgan B Phillips 15 the forward line star.
Claflin from Noble and Greenough's joins Phillips as senior starters for Harvard hockey with Winsor set to select 1914 15 lineup. Wanamaker Curtis provide forward depth and Washburn in goal. freshmen Baker and Morgan cited as top reserves for key positions.
John H. Hans Wagner veteran shortstop for Pittsburg National League club brought his signed contract to Pirate headquarters on March 5. He is the last pirate to sign except Hendrix and Simon who reportedly signed with the Federal league. This was Wagner's 15th Pittsburg contract and his 18th in organized baseball. The Pirates will leave for Dawson Springs Ky to begin training Saturday night.
Edward W. Gwinner of Pittsburg has bought a controlling stake in the Pittsburg club of the Federal league. Original promoters were William Kerr, a Pittsburg contractor, and John R. Barbour, a broker.
In Hot Springs Arkansas the Red Sox held a productive training session at Majestic Park with clear skies and rising temps. Manager Carrigan oversaw drills, noted Collins plans to stay in Hot Springs, and reported Fed league interest from Bill Bradley. Pitchers Rankin Johnson and Walter Tolson were adjusted for duties and schooling.
New York report says Leach Cross defeated Phil Bloom in a 10 round bout. Cross weighed 187.5 pounds and was erratic, while Bloom at 195.25 pounds fought hard. The fight splits shows three even rounds, four rounds for Cross and three for Bloom.
Pa Van Loon is billed as the boss in a full color page preview of the Van Loons comic strip in the upcoming Sunday Post. The feature highlights character roles and likely plot cues, signaling a lively weekend spread for readers.
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