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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 19, 1917

Page

7

Red Sox Fall to Dodgers 7-2 in Ozarks Exhibition

HOT SPRINGS Ark March 18 The largest crowd in the valley saw the Red Sox lose to Brooklyn 7 2 as Carl Mays struggled with three hit batters and five runs in one inning The Dodgers outfield played flawless defense and Scott and Hoblitzell stood out for Boston in a game that underlined readiness for the next clash with the Dodgers.

Hot Springs Ark Valley of the Ozarks Boston Red Sox Brooklyn Carl Mays Red Sox Mays Ruth Waterloo Wheat Stengel Boston Lewis Hooper Barry Dodgers Shore Walker Sox Scott Hoblitzell Po.a. AB A. Johnston Riksen Tanvrin S Fabrique Litzell Myers Daubert Shorten Cutshaw Malone Walsh Hickman Gardner Olson Miller Cady Meyers Thomas Agnew Cadore Dell Beomaes Duces Brooklyn Cx Eogrevess Pfabrique Deubert Henriksen Fabrique Johnston Ball Shore Coombs Janvrin Balla Piste Loughlin O'Day

Cincinnati Nationals Top Shreveport 3 1 in Spring Game

Cincinnati Nationals defeated Shreveport 3 to 1 in a La sticks game. Cincinnati produced two runs in the sixth on hits and a double steal led by pitcher batteries Toney Regan Huhn Duffy and Smith.

Shreveport Cincinnati Nationals Cincinnati Randy Sak Ndeaves Toney Regan Huhn Duffy and Smith Wiha

Frazee Offers Watch to Lannin Over Boston Issue

President Frazee said if former Red Sox president Joe Lannin accepts the watch Ban Johnson gave him he will present it. He noted he never viewed the item as a trophy for others and that Lannin should have received one. Frazee said fans might think he bears guilt yet he would be glad Lannin to take it.

Hot Springs Ark Frazee Lannin Red Sox Ban Johnson Joe Lannin

Joe Eagan in Great Shape for Grand Opera House Bout

Joe Eagan enters the Grand Opera House ring in peak form to face Mike O Dowd of St Paul in a likely close match. O Dowd holds betting favor and power, while Eagan seeks advantage from speed and experience. Semi finals feature Kid Chakas vs Dan McCormack, and Young Chodo vs Dick Thomas, followed by Joe Sullivan versus Joe Camp in six rounds.

Joe Eagan Grand Opera House Mike O'Dowd St. Paul Eagan O'Dowd Dorchester Jimmy Gardner O’dowd Kid Chakas Manchester Dan McCormack East Boston Young Chodo North End Dick Thomas West End Joe Sullivan Joe Camp

Boston College Opens Outdoor Practice At University Heights

Coach Bill Sweeney leads the BC baseball squad in the first outdoor workout at the second team field. Veterans include captain Gildea and players Donnelly McCorrey Curry Shea Vaughn Cotter Fitzgerald Walsh Regan Manley Kerrigan Dee Gillespie Hoefling Cote Wholly Flynn. Promising newcomers feature Collins formerly of South Boston High O Hearn ex Brookline High Jefferson from South Boston High Trowbridge Everett High and Casey from South Boston High and BC High.

Bill Sweeney Boston College University Heights Gildea Donnelly McCorrey Curry Shea Vaughn Cotter Fitzgerald Walsh Regan Manley Kerrigan Dee Gillespie Hoefling Cote Wholly Flynn Collins South Boston High O'Hearn Brookline High Jefferson Trowbridge Everett High Casey Boston College High

Hugh High Hopping

Hugh High, a midget outfielder, reportedly wore a shoe in Macon after contracting blood poisoning from a winter blister in St. Louis. His health was said to be improving, though the condition troubled him briefly.

Hugh High Macon St. Louis

War Aid to Golf of U.S.

Little has been written as to the effect of a declaration of war upon the game of golf in this country. We have seen what a sorry part it has played across the water, where many hundred golfers have been sacrificed. Moreover, the links there have of late been cared for by women greenkeepers, in some instances with remarkable success.

Sandwich Totteridge George Duncan Jack Mackie Dunwoodie Jack Links

War and labor shifts could reshape golf course upkeep

The piece argues war material demands would pull workers from links like Sandwich and Totteridge, but notes greens may recover with new labor. It envisions younger, English‑learning caddies becoming greenkeepers, boosting skill and affection for nature while wartime wages lure workers away.

Giants Beat Houston 3-2 In Free-Hitting Exhibition

In Houston New York National League first team edged the Houston Texas league club 3 to 2 in a game marked by lively hitting. Batteries were Causey Smith and Gibson for the Giants with Glenn Moore and Noyes behind the plate.

Houston Tex New York National R.H.B New York Causey Smith Gibson Glenn Moore Noyes

Indoor track stars rise with Overtons 1000 yard record

The season highlights include Johnny Overton breaking the national indoor 1000 yard record in 2 minutes 14 seconds, following top performances by Joie Ray Joe Loomis Dave Caldwell and Joe Higgins. Hobey Baker’s absence unsettled fans yet Crescents and Unicorns delivered an opening game rally to lift spirits.

Joie Ray Joe Loomis Dave Caldwell Joe Higgins Johnny Overton Blue

Local runners shine at nationals with fast 300 and two mile wins

Andy Kelly and Jack Ryan led local athletes at the nationals claiming victories in the 300 yard and 2 mile races. Kelly posted 312.5 seconds in the 300, a performance praised as sublime by MMA figures, while comparisons to Bernie Wefers’s outdoor 303.5 reflect high potential. The piece hints at Lynn securing national rowing championships and notes campus efforts to dry fields after heavy rain.

Andy Kelly Jack Ryan Kelly Bernie Wefers Wefers

Schedules Printed in Boston Post Dates and Copy Requests

American league schedule appeared February 16 and National league schedule appeared February 17 in the Boston Post. To obtain copies, write to the circulation manager of the Post.

Boston Post Post A. R Joe Eagan Mike O’de Mike Glover Glover Eagan Scholastic

Fight Dues In School Meet

Boston High School meet at the Ninth Regiment Armory features English High and Commerce as the main contenders. English seeks redemption after a narrow winter loss to Commerce, with senior athletes leading the bid for victory while English High edge toward another title.

Boston High School Ninth Regiment English Commerce Sherlock O’flaherty

Henigan to Run in Cathedral Ten Mile

Jimmie Henigan submits entry for the Cathedral 10 mile race set for April 14. Manager Nolan expects a large field as the New Bedford Harriers and Yonkers Y M C A plan to send teams to challenge the locals.

Henigan Cathedral Jimmie Henigan Nolan New Bedford Harriers Yonkers

Gossip for Motorists and Auto Industry Push

The Boston Automobile Dealers Association faces recurring oddball bills while J Franklin Brown calls members to a City Club meeting to counter a famed dinner. Notables like Senator Weeks and George F Files speak as Chevrolet ramps up production of Four-Nine Ty cars at 200 daily in Tarrytown. Boston storage battery firm expands at Brookline Avenue with portable starter and lighting batteries signifying growth in electric vehicles.

J. H. MacAlman Boston Automobile Dealers’ Association J. Franklin Brown Bay State Automobile Association Arthur P. Teele John W. Weeks George F. Files Maine Automobile Association Frederick F. Buxton Nashua A. C D. C P. E. Kelly Boston Philadelphia Storage Battery Company Brookline Avenue

Senators Bid Union Adieu

Washington baseball players show no intent to renew support for the Baseball Players Fraternity. John Henry remains a respected member as the club weighs resignation or lapse, with no further dues to be paid to Dave Fultz’s treasury.

Washington Dave Fultz Louis A. Dougher Washington Times John Henry Fultz

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