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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 25, 1898

Page

3

Arlington Boat Second Sweep Maugus A A in Three Games

The Arlington Boat second team defeated Maugus A A in two of three as they extended their lead in the icruiteague series with two more wins at the Boston Athletic Association alleys. Arlington totaled 2451 to Maugus 2222, with Stevens topping the charts at 510 and Homer reaching 505.

Maugus Arlington Boat Mau Tr’l. St. Sp Emmons Stevens Cutter Shirley Homer Maugus A. A Willey Pratt Travis Dudley Hart

Piano Candle Players Win Prospect Alleys Title

Captain Coffey's candle pin team won the championship of the P. I. Tower's Piano Factory league over Captain Hansis's squad in a close game at Prospect alleys last evening.

Federals Ojth Federal N. E. Hollis Coffey

Atlantic Baseball League Adopts Schedule and Rowdy Ball Protest

Philadelphia March 4 The Atlantic Baseball League approves a season schedule and protests rowdy ball. New ark Paterson will host Sunday games while Richmond bans them. Season runs April TM to Sept 11. Umpire may suspend players for two days with salary loss. Soby cup scrapped. $100 fines levied for forfeited games. guarantee funds raised to 1000 per club. Umpires named J J Kelley W Brennan John Brennan and E C ate.

Philadelphia Atlantic Baseball League Newark Paterson Richmond National League J. J. Kelley Wo Brennan John Brennan E. C.ate

Boston Beats Augusta in Rained Four Inning Tilt

Boston defeated Augusta 17 to 3 after four innings as rain halted play in Greensboro North Carolina on March 2 to 4. The game ended with Boston leading Augusta by fourteen runs.

Augusta Greensboro N. C Boston

Surprises Open B A A Tourney in Boston Billiards

In the Boston Athletic Association invitation tourney opening, G L Smith of Old Dorchester defeated Glendon’s L G Joel 100 to 56 in pool. E E Eaton of Codman upset F J Bartlett of Kernwood in billiards, reaching 200 while Bartlett had 158. The unlucky 13 aided the winners with two runs of that number.

Boston Athletic Association G. L. Smith Old Dorchester Club L. G. Joel Glendon Smith Joel Glendon Man Dark Horse Dilliards E. E. Eaton Codman F. J. Bartlett

Nine tied for top honors in New Jersey shooting match

In BlaKewood New Jersey at 4 30 Elliott Walters Fulford Bender Loomis Jones Wagner Heikes Laflin and Shattuck each scored twenty four straight to share first. Nine others finished with twenty five straight kills in the grand American handicap and will shoot off tomorrow morning in a miss and out for the cup while the prize money is split among the top ten.

Blkewood N. J Elliott Walters Fulford Bender Loomis Jones Wagner Heikes Laflin Shattuck

Kearns-Lynch Exhibition Sparks Manchester Crowd

In Manchester New Hampshire Tim Kearns and Charley Lynch of Boston staged a four round boxing display before a female audience. The event followed earlier gymnastic acts by club members and benefited from a thoughtful pro boxing talk by George Tuohey urging mothers to support boxing for discipline and sturdiness.

Manchester N. H Tim Kearns Charley Lynch Boston Kearns-Lynch Madison Brothers Kearns Lynch George Willey George Tuohey Boston Post Tuohey

Ruling Sparks Conflict Over Signed Racing Men

The board of trade ruling lets American racing men ride at any track despite promoter contracts. Promoters fear lost revenue and legal action may follow when a signed rider competes against their wishes. Critics argue program advertising rights are infringed by wheel and tire logos and rule changes.

Mott Raco Board Andient Eee Racing Board

Avon Mantles Shine With Soft Mellow Light

The advertisement touts Improved Avon Mantles priced at $2.00 each, promising gentle illumination that is easy on the eyes. The copy emphasizes a warm, soft glow as a feature of the lighting.

Spring Suitings Arrive In Fancy Fabrics For Men

More overcoats and new Spring Suitings arrive daily in Fancy Cheviots Worsteds Cassimeres and Blue Serges. Prices range from 4.50 to 25 with at least 10 value on several grades. Licensed to do gas service by the City of Boston. Compare prices before bracing your order.

Boston

Cycle trade circular may disturb league and manufacturers

Walter Wardrop of the national cycle board of trade obtained a league circular urging lower bicycle prices for IA W members. The move could spark friction with bicycle makers who resist discounts for union members. Wardrop has asked Mr. Potter to authorize the circular and respond to pointed questions.

Walter Wardrop National Cycle Board of Trade League Wardrop Mr. Potter

Boxing Gossip At North Shore A C Lynn Tonight

Prominent fighters fuel the North Shore A C card in Lynn with Butler vs Robinson the headline 12 round bout. Also scheduled Dan Snyder vs Tom Carter Jack Foley vs Garry Weeman a blindfold bout Virginia Cyclone vs Lynn Zephyr and other prelims.

North Shore A. C Lynn John E. Butler Joe Robinson Butler Robinson Boston Travis Union Depot Dan Snyder Tom Carter Jack Foley Garry Weeman Virginia Cyclone Lynn Zephyr Billy Smith Joe Walcott Music Hall Manchester Gymnasium Martin Judge Philadelphia Bob Allen Allen Kearns Manchester Mike Leonard Andy Watson Tim Kearns Portsmouth N. H George Dixon Parkville L. I Tommy White Syracuse George White Ben Jordan Young Mahoney Tom Dixon Mike Sears Patsey Haley Sears Haley North Shore Maurice Rosenberg Charley Lynch George V. Tuohey

Shafer Announces Jimmy Michael Special Bicycle

Dave Shafer said a big surprise is coming and is believed to involve Jimmy Michael entering the bicycle business with a wheel named The Jimmy Michael Special. Local speculation surrounds the nature of the reveal and its timing.

Jimmy Michael Dave Shafer Dave

Bicycle Notes and Pace Team Chatter in Boston

S Henshaw of the Kings County Wheelmen arrived to talk with manager Ducker about a spot on the Charles River Park pacing team. Harry Elkes trains for a 100 mile match with Tom Barnaby, riding 2:12 for a mile and other miles in 2:15 and 2:18. Oscar V. Babcock of the Kings County...

Cc. S. Henshaw Kings County Wheelmen New York Boston Ducker Charles River Park Harry Elkes Tom Barnaby Oscar V. Babcock Kings County

Water Sports Highlight at Sportsmen's Show

Water sports dominated the Sportsmen's Show with close finishes in the 200 yard amateur swim. Penn's Paul Neumann and Schaefer of Penn faced strong Brookline and Knickerbocker teams in heats and finals. Knickerbockers beat Univ. of Pennsylvania 1 to 0 in water polo. An aerial dive by Alfred Rider and a back plunge by Paul Dustin drew cheers.

Schaefer University of Pennsylvania Noyes Brookline Swimming Club Paul Neumann Hoe Brookline Paul Eumann Pennsy Moore Reed Reeder Knickerbocker A. C Neumann Tom Burke John Graham Cherry Diamond Knickerbockers New York Quaker City King Alfred Rider London Swimming Club Paul Dustin San Francisco

How to Use X Ray Demonstration by Mr Smiles at MIT Hall

Mr. Smiles of New York explained the X ray to a large audience of physicians and scientists in the Walker building MIT. He noted Edison and himself never tested on people without ensuring skin health and warned against overexposure as with dangerous poison.

FE. M. Smiles New York Edison Walker Building Smiles Society of Arts Mr. Edison

MITA Open Handicap Games At Local Gymnasium

The annual open handicap games of MITA will be held at the MITA gymnasium in the evening. A large entry list includes many local college cracks and rare competition is expected.

M. I. Gymnasium

Crow Ye Sample Promises at Old Crow Rye Exhibit

At the Sportsmen's Show visitors are urged to pick up a booklet at the Old Crow Rye exhibit and try a small sample of Crow Ye, noted as very interesting and appealing to attendees.

Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup Claim of Cure

An old advertisement touts Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as a universal remedy for coughs and colds, promising quick relief and improved health through a patented formula.

Dr. Bull

Harvard and Boston College Debate In Boston College Hall

Representatives from Harvard University and Boston College debated last evening at Boston College Hall. No decision was reached as a large crowd applauded all speakers. Chairman Thomas J. Gargan presided with a calm, approving demeanor.

Harvard University Boston College Boston College Hall Thomas J. Gargan

Prudential Book Reveals U S Navy Warships

The Prudential Insurance Company of America issued a small book detailing American Navy warships. It is in high demand and provides a fairly accurate view of Uncle Sam's naval strength. J. S. Cranston, manager for eastern Massachusetts at 8 Exchange Place, oversees the books.

Prudential Insurance Company of America Uncle Sam J. S. Cranston Massachusetts Exchange Place

Parlor Talks Begin At Parker Memorial In Berkeley

The first parlor talk at Parker Memorial on Berkeley and Appleton streets was given by Hon. George E. Smith president of the Senate last evening on The Senate. He described formation of legislative bodies committee organization how bills are presented and the processes by which laws are made or rejected.

Dedham Shafer Eddie Bald Michael Fred Titus Europe Philadelphia San Francisco William Martin Australia Willey Pacific Coast Pope Manufacturing Company Towanda Woburn H. E. Marion Edward C. Leathe F. M. Martyn F. W. Cramphorn E. S. Knowlton J. H. Sweetser West End North Russell Street J. J. McCarthy J. Moen F. Odenweller J. Barry R. Salter F. Harding Charles Swift Marie Gahm Antrim Street Cambridge Commonwealth Bicycle Club Fensmere Hall Harry E. Carter Warren Dow Aids Frank C. Kimball Parker Memorial Berkeley and Appleton Streets George E. Smith Senate

Maine sinking described as incident amid naval bill debate

Congress discussed the naval appropriation bill as speakers argued over readiness for possible war. Congressman Dovener warned the Maine explosion remains an incident, while others stressed the need for a stronger navy and warned against overestimating current capabilities. The House adjourned with a vote set for tomorrow.

Dovener Maine Hi Harbor Havana Cuba Spain Tate Dem Driggs N. Y Republic Fox Miss Low Rep United States Mr. Skinner N. C Europe Messrs. Fitzgerald Kitchen Osborne

Veterans Night Exalts Patriotism at Middlesex Club Meeting

The Middlesex Club held its annual veterans night with speakers who are veterans or kin to veterans. Leaders included Captain Jack Adams Secretary of State Olin and Hon. George A Marden. The gathering favored peace though some urged stronger action to aid starving Cubans and defend the United States.

Middlesex Club D. D George N. Howard Melrose Charles A. Stott Lowell John ©. Linehan New Hampshire John E. Gilman George S. Merrill Warren B. Stetson A. C. Hamlin Bangor E. A. Horton United States George A. Marden John D. Long Washington Army Navy William McKinley Alonzo Williams Brown University Woodruff Jack Adams C. A. Stott Naval Board of Inquiry Spain America Cuba John C. Linehan Ad Farragut Havana

China Grants Major Russian Cessions in Port Arthur Lease

The Pekin Times reports concessions to Russia include a twenty five year lease of Port Arthur as a fortified naval base and a twenty five year lease of Ta Ling Wan as an open port. Russia gains a Trans Manchurian railway terminus with fortification rights and a rail link to Ta Ling Wan and Port Arthur. China retains nominal sovereignty but cannot oppose the cessions.

London Pekin Times China Port Arthur Ta-Lien-Wan Petuna Manchuria Sungari

A. O. H. Holds Meeting in Charlestown

Military Division 37 at Monument Hall Charlestown held a special meeting last evening. Capt John S Helmund elected alternate delegate to the State convention while President John T Galvin remains the regular delegate. State officers praised for two years of commendable work across Massachusetts. Sympathies offered to Maine heroes relatives.

Monument Hall Charlestown John S. Helmund John T. Galvin Massachusetts Maine

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