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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1913

Page

14

Sweenys Lose to Macs in Athens Inning Battle

The Sweeneys were defeated by the Macs in Athens as delayed steal by Fred Smith helped the Macs in the second inning. Cecil Thompson, replacing Hogue, pitched well for the Macs, with Sweeney scoring twice off him and a two base hit by Art Bues sparking a sixth inning rally.

Athens Sweeneys Macs Fred Smith Cleveland Bill Bradley Smith Whaling Sweeney O’ Loughlin Cecil Thompson Hogue Thompson Art Bues PO. A McKechnie Maranville Eeere Titus Metz Serene Calhoun R. As Seymour Bues Wecerecees Jackson Delin Schultz Perdue Tyler Dix Maes Ste Kirke Brown Balk Mitchell

Sweeneys and Macs Battle In Turbulent Ballgame

The Sweeneys and Macs traded runs with several innings of hitting as MecKechnie fueled a two bagger and Maranville drove in runs. Hogue steadied after early soreness while Tyler held the Macs in the late innings. Bert Whaling starred on defense as Silent John protested a call.

Tyler Sweeneys Macs George Bert Whaling Jay Mirke John Titus Metz John Mitchell

Royal Rooter Arrives as Boston Camp Opens

Frank Curley, one of Boston’s original National Leaguers, arrives with his wife to join spring practice under Captain Sweeney and Manager Stallings. He will attend both morning and afternoon sessions, aiming to assess the squad as Secretary Nickerson and others push fan enthusiasm. Also arrives Mrs. William P. McTigue, formerly Nan Sawyer of Brookline, bound for Gaston to visit her father Walter Leon Sawyer.

Frank Curley Boston Sweeney Bill Rariden Frank North Stallings Nickerson William P. McTigue McTigue Nan Sawyer Brookline Gaston Walter Leon Sawyer New England

English High Track Team Suffers Major Setback

The English High School track team suffers a severe blow as Morgan and Hall cannot compete due to injuries from Saturday's dual meet with Lowell High. Seven intermediates and juniors are disqualified for low scholarship standing, reducing chances at the regimental meet Saturday.

Morgan Hall Lowell High Lowell

Greater Boston Men Join Grays for Southern Trip

Daniel EF Fitzgerald of Dorchester and Patrick Duggan of Quincy join Providence players in New York on Saturday night before traveling to Durham South Carolina for preliminary training with the Grays. Fitzgerald was a standout catcher for Fredericton in the New Brunswick league last season. Duggan also comes from the New Brunswick league.

Daniel Ef, Fitzgerald Dorchester Patrick Duggan Quincy Providence New York Durham S. C Grays Fitzgerald Fredericton Duggan New Brunswick

Otto Knabe Injured in Training Camp Scrimmage

Otto Knabe, second baseman for the Phillies, sustained a severe injury in a game between the Regulars and Yannigans at Southern Pines training camp. In the third inning Llewellyn hit to left, and while attempting a double, Knabe was spiked on the left foot tearing a deep gash through his shoe.

Southern Pines N. C Otto Phillies Yannigans Llewellyn Knabe

Sexton Cuts Down Harvard Baseball Squad

Harvard baseball coach Sexton trimmed the team to 18 infield and outfield candidates early in the season. He shifted focus to developing the remaining players, aiming for stronger results than in prior years. Battery men will undergo further cuts as practices continue.

Harvard Sexton Crimson Dr. Sexton

Newcomer Rolls Up 680 In Bowling Standings

Toledo Ohio March 12 A practically unknown youth, William King of Cleveland, rolled 680 in the American Bowling Congress event to move into second place. Larry Sutton, Jimmy Smith, Glenn Riddell, Alexander Dunbar of the Brunswick All Stars, and Thomas Haley the existing record holder failed to crack the leaders.

Toledo William King Cleveland Larry Sutton Rochester N. Y Jimmy Smith Glenn Riddell Alexander Dunbar Brunswick All Stars New York City Thomas Haley Detroit Mich

Dinner to Promote Clean Athletics in Medford

Medford representative Benjamin F. Haines has arranged a dinner at the Quincy House tonight at 8 to advocate clean athletics in the local high school. Notable figures including Harvard star Charles Brickley are expected to attend and speak about sportsmanship and fair play.

Benjamin F. Haines Medford

JUMPER HORRIGAN MAY FORFEIT LETTER

Clarence Horrigan of Boston College High School risks losing his letter after missing the recent dual meet with the High School of Commerce. He was at school the day of the meet and refused to jump in sneakers after learning spikes were banned at Commerce gymnasium.

Clarence Horrigan Boston College High School of Commerce Commerce

Arlington to Face Rindge School in Boston Arena Game

Arlington High School hockey will meet Rindge Manual Training School of Cambridge Friday at the Boston Arena. Arlington initially canceled the game, but Rindge pressed for a rematch. The match conflicts with Arlington's championship with Melrose High next Wednesday.

Arlington High School Rindge Manual Training School of Cambridge Boston Arena Arlington Rindge Boys Melrose High

Peanut Crop Listings Show Hold-Outs Across Region

A fragmented notice lists peanut growers still unaccounted for while the pop bottle crop has joined the market. The report highlights lingering refusals and incomplete submissions among local producers.

Critics say anti booze clauses in baseball contracts are ineffective

Christy Mathewson argues strict anti alcohol and anti cigarette clauses fail to curb players habits and note managers like McGraw and Chance favor conditioning bonuses over bans. He cites Chicago Cubs upheaval over such clauses and praises restraint via daily conditioning at the Polo Grounds.

Marlin Texas Charles W. Murphy Cubs Chicago Frank Chance Murphy Chance Cub McGraw Polo Grounds

Seventh win for Mackmen

Athletics pitchers Bender Coombs and Brown shut out Austin 9 to 0 for their seventh straight win. Baker starred with a ninth inning RBI and three-base hit while Collins McInnis Brainard and Oldring contributed, as Austin managed just five hits.

Austin Tex Bender Coombs Brown Athletics Senators Mack Chief Bender Jack Coombs Palestine John J. Franklin Baker A Davis Biriocien Collins McInnis Brainard Baker Barry Oldring Taylor Lewis Bottorff Lewis Pin Beakes Brainard Henninger Hill McKee aDavis Enews Ewes Austin AB PO BK Brownlow Coor Richardson

Feltus Faces Pardello In Boston Wrestling Bout

Australian physician wrestler Dr. Feltus makes his Boston bow at the Grand Opera House tonight facing Leo Pardello in a finish match. Feltus promotes scientific technique to offset Pardello’s greater bulk as spectators pack the arena.

Feltus Pardello Boston Leo Pardello Grand Opera House

Arrest Two For Boxing in Salem

Salem March 12 Two boxers were arrested on complaint of a Boston detective after last Monday nights Salem A A tournament. Six others with warrants faced similar charges for taking part in a public boxing exhibition and alleged prize fight at the same club.

Salem Boston Salem A. A

Salem boxing clashes draw arrests and legal action

The police seek John McMann and Edward Sawyer among others, with warrants issued for Ray Wood Young Clark Matty Baldwin Frankie Mack Eddie Kenny and John Boyle. Wood and Clark posted bail after a prior show arrest, with Sawyer to appear next week in juvenile court. Trials Friday may shape state wide impact amid city officials backing the club in a political fight over boxing.

John McMann Salem Edward Sawyer Beverly Ray Wood Young Clark Fall River Matty Baldwin Charlestown Frankie Mack Beachmont Eddie Kenny Cambridge John Boyle Lowell Wood Clark William J. Boyle Richard Egan James Chalifour Eddie Sawyer Sawyer Rollaway A. C Salem A. C

Senators Beat Lower House In City Bowling Match

In a three string match at Highland Alleys Roxbury the Senators of the Commonwealth defeated the House bowling team 1797 to 1789. Senator Brennan led with 314 pins and Charles McCarthy posted 801 for the Senators. Representative Kinney led the House with 307 and Newhall tallied 804, edging Quinn by three.

House of Representatives Senators Commonwealth Highland Roxbury Edward Collins Governor's Council James F. Brennan Charlestown Walter 8. Kinney Boston Arthur N. Newhall Stoneham Newhall John F. Quinn Charles F. McCarthy Marlboro Wells Haverhill Johnson Nahant Jed Hilton Framingham Frank X. Quigley Holyoke

Expect Haughton to Sign Up Today

Town whispers say Percy Haughton will hand his signed Harvard football contract this afternoon to coach for the coming season and possibly for three to five years. Pressures of business eased by athletic committee persuasion, signaling Harvard’s system and prestige may continue under his leadership.

Harvard Percy Haughton Harvard University Haughton Leo Leary Tratest

Kennedy to Box Baldwin in Salem in St Patrick's Day bout

In Salem, Matty Baldwin of Charlestown meets Steve Kennedy of Lawrence in a 133 pound lightweight clash at the North street rink next Monday night. The match follows Kennedy's recent win over Gilbert Gallant and is deemed a step toward a New England lightweight title claim.

Salem A. A Matty Baldwin Charlestown Steve Kennedy Lawrence St. Patrick’s Day North Street Kennedy Salem Baldwin Johnny Mooney Crilley Gilbert Gallant New England

Pilgrim A A Faces Winnipeg All Stars In Key Hockey Clash

The Pilgrim A A hockey team meets the Winnipeg All Stars at Boston Arena in a must win game tonight. The All Stars arrive from Ottawa with 17 players after touring eastern Canada and seek victories over the Pilgrims and the B A A seven. The 8 15 p m puck drop leads to a lineup featuring ERE A Ws and Maxwell among others as Boston prepares for a high intensity provincial showdown.

Pilgrim A. A. Hockey Seven Winnipeg All Stars Boston Arena All Stars Canada Bost Ottawa Pilgrims

Bridgewater Tops Salem Normal in Rough Game

Bridgewater Normal defeated Salem Normal 15 to 6 in Salem today as Salem played with two forwards sidelined, limiting their offense. In the second game Salem High Independents crushed Newburyport Independents 41 to 1.

Salem Bridgewater Normal Salem Normal Bridgewater Salem High Independents Newburyport Independents

Volkmann School Inter class Meet Set for March 22

The Volkmann School inter class meet will be held at the school board track on March 22. The matter was definitely settled yesterday.

Volkmann School

Senators Beat Virginia in Charlottesville Baseball

Washington of the American League defeated the University of Virginia 10 to 1 in Charlottesville.

Charlottesville Washington University of Virginia

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