Braves Open 1912 Spring Practice in Augusta
Al Kaiser tosses to Ed Donnelly as the Braves begin their 1912 preseason in Augusta. The 23 man squad works in light field and bat drills on a rough outfield, with Duke Farrell in travel uniform and young rookie Harry Mengert showing promise. Bracing sunshine is needed to dry the field for rolling. Mrs. Kirke and Mrs. Sweeney watch as spouses cavort in center field.
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Augusta
al Kaiser
Ed Donnelly
Braves
Duke Farrell
Charley
Duke of
James Thorne
Brady
Kirke
Sweeney
Notable Boston team workouts hint at slow-return to form
Manager Kling and President Ward favor cautious rebuilding as players labor in park drills. Brady shows bursts of speed but likely fine by morning. Joe Monahan of Cambridge shines with arc and wrist work, fielding as catcher prospects. Pfeffer towers amid the group, with others like Donnelly, Houser, Kirke, Brown, Hess, Hogg, Campbell, and Jackson in a weighty squad. Campbell displays notable speed in chasing fango hits and running the ponds.
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Kling
Ward
Boston
Brady
Joe Monahan
Cambridge
Monahan
Pfeffer
Jeff
Donnelly
Houser
Kirke
Brown
Hess
Hogg
Campbell
Jackson
Vincent Campbell
Schoolboy Oarsmen Meeting Set by Boston Rowing Group
The annual meeting of the Greater Boston Interscholastic Rowing Association will be held on March 25 at the B A A clubhouse. Harold P Wardwell of the B A A says the meeting will announce the regatta date and discuss training days and membership conditions.
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Greater Boston
Doherty Elected Captain Of Boston Latin Swimming Team
John Doherty was elected captain of the Boston Latin School swimming team at yesterday’s candidate election.
Play for the Title at Hockey
Amherst High seven, western Massachusetts champions, visit the Hub as the top contenders in the championship clash. The undefeated squad is lauded by papers in the state for its strong repu tation and current solid form ahead of tomorrow's showdown.
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Amherst High Seven
Massachusetts
Melrose High Expects Title Run Against Amherst
Melrose High prepares for a tough road test as they travel to Amherst aiming to reclaim the state title. Captain Hardy leads a fast, seasoned hockey lineup with Lee Dowd Fernald and Epstein as key contributors and Stowell, Marge defending in goal. Amherst enters undefeated with wins over Northampton High, Northampton Commercial College, Springfield High, Holyoke High, Williston Seminary, and Stevens Institute of Ludlow.
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Damon
Melrose High
Hope Street High
Amherst
Hardy
Lee
Dowd
Fernald
Hollis
Thompson
Epstein
Stowell
Marge
Northampton High
Northampton Commercial College
Springfield High
Holyoke High
Williston Seminary
Stevens Institute of Ludlow
Boston College High
St. John’s
Danvers
Chicago
B. C
Notable Weather Sparks Augusta Baseball Talk
Augusta residents debate the harsh winter with two snowstorms in one month and a six inch snowfall. Fans lament the loss of the South Atlantic league club and speculate on a winning team to revive baseball in the city. War correspondents complain of fatigue as trainers brace for extra work.
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Augusta
Braves
Maine Woods
Charley Horse
Jimmy Neary
Pipe Novelty Draw At Schryver’s Segar Store
A window display at Schryver's Segar Store 44 School Street opposite City Hall features a barrel filled with pipes of all types. Patrons may submit estimates of the pipe count for a chance to win a gift for the three closest guesses. Arthur Duffey of the Boston Post supervised the filling and will count the pipes when coupons are returned.
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Schryver
Segar
School Street
City Hall
Schryver’s
Arthur Duffey
The
Boston Post
Adv
Red Sox at Last Hit Iron Trail
The Red Sox getaway squad departs from South Station to Hot Springs led by Treasurer Robert McRoy and Clerk Eddie Riley with reporters and standees observing. Notables Gardner Bradley and Henricksen arrive, with Riley arranging logistics for the trip as the train leaves in damp March air.
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Red Sox
Iron Trail
South Station
Robert McRoy
Eddie Riley
Hot Springs
New York
M'Roy
Mr. Riley
English High to Field Regatta Crew for Coming Season
English High School will be represented by a rowing crew this coming season. After past eligibility disputes two years ago and a year with no representation, the school has assembled a sufficient number of rowers for a first and second crew, reflecting strong interest in the sport among the students.
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English High School
English High
Stars Shine As Penn Carnival Draws National Track Talent
Plans for the University of Pennsylvania intercollegiate and interscholastic relay carnival on April 27 attract top riders from the East and West. Notre Dame’s Wasson and Coe’s Wilson headline sprint bids, while Sam Lawrence, Burdick, and Jimmy Thorpe renew rivalries in the high jump and Carlisle’s Thorpe adds star power. Babcock of Columbia leads pole vault entries. Edwards of Penn and Kraenglein contend in high hurdles. Dartmouthe’s Tilley aims for hammer throw supremacy. The 200 relay field already nears capacity with many elite teams expected.
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University of Pennsylvania
Middle West
Wasson
Notre Dame
Wilson
Coe
Eastern College
Sam Lawrence
Burdick
Jimmy Thorpe
Carlisle
Babcock
Columbia
Edwards
Pennsylvania
Alvin Kraenglein
Tilley
Dartmouth
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BIG Ace Emporium
Hickory" Jackson
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Sam Carrick
John Miller & Company
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Frank E. Whittaker & Co
Whittaker
Federal ST
Melrose
H. S
Arena Today
Pbleacherite
United Order of
Buck” O’brien
Vaudevilling
Gardner
Bradley
Larry Gardner
Hugh Bradley
Angels
Avoirdupois
Henricksen
Whipper
Henriksen
Magallion’s Old Family Wine
New England
California
Kent
Magallion’s
Tremont Street
Cor
Dover
Columbus Avenue
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Ave
Xan
Holland Wine CO
Itis
Ema Ae
Holland Wine Company
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Adams Square
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