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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1912
Page
10
Harvard track and field candidates begin preparation for the 1912 season this afternoon in the Stadium. Weather and track conditions will influence the start, with field events likely to commence despite possible rain.
Harvard faces uneven prospects across events with clear promise in the quarter mile led by Barron and in sprint showings by Billings Austin Huling and Reynolds. Cummings should anchor the hurdles while Whitely Lawless and other milers form a strong distance corps. Field events remain uncertain as Coach Quinn builds from new material.
Cold raw weather in Hot Springs Arkansas prevents Boston and Pittsburg from practicing as managers seek Sunday privileges. Rumor of a youth pitcher being sent to the minors looms with Jack Bushelman seen as least successful among Boston’s arms.
Players dodge long hikes on Sunday while St. Louis and Denver squads plan late workouts at Fogel Field and Majestic Park. Chesbro’s fate with the Red Sox remains uncertain as McAleer weighs a veteran addition. Pirates chief Dreyfuss bets on lucky picks as Donlin heals his arm and Wood dominates O'Toole in Hot Springs pool.
Entries for the sixth annual tournament of the National Duck and Candle Min Bowling Congress in Lawrence, April 8 to 18, will close next Saturday night. April 15 is Connecticut day with Wartford, Waterbury, New London teams. Providence, Boston, Worcester, Portland, Westbrook, Nashua, Portsmouth and others to participate.
Boston Latin and English High School swimmers prepare for a dual meet at Cabot Street Pool. Latin School, coming off a win over Winthrop, fields a strong squad led by Captain J. Doherty and teammates Doherty Dolson O Callahan Bernard Almeda Graham Gersumky Boles Allen Adams and Teegan. The Boston Latin team is favored to win.
Six local schoolboy records fell as Boston showcased rising scholastic athletics with about 600 competitors. In New York on Staten Island some 2000 boys attended, smashing more Gotham records. The writer praises Boston figures Dr Harrington and Nat Young, notes cross city potential, and highlights Sidney Laird of Boston Latin School clearing 4 feet 11 3/84 inches, signaling future stars.
Chief Mitchell of Newton launches a vigorous campaign against reckless speeding amid rising complaints from pedestrians. Traps will be used to catch offenders, urging motorists to cooperate and avoid warning others of trap locations. The week ahead features state motor laws on registration fees for high powered cars and truck limits, with exemptions for Boston and metropolitan districts.
Philadelphia National League team arrives back in the city from Hot Springs Arkansas training. Pitcher Chalmers will rejoin the squad after consulting a bonesetter in Youngstown Ohio. Paskett Moore Moran and Juderus also expected to join here tomorrow.
The Philadelphia Americans beat Galveston 3 to 1 in an eleven inning Texas league game. The contest extended to extra innings before the visitors secured the win.
The rapid bowling season nears its end with few leagues left to finish. Amateur Boston Pin league crowned B. A. A. as winner and Unicorn retire from membership, ending their season with a graceful departure amid ongoing city league fever.
Weekly bowling records set in Greater Boston include Elite City league highs for team three-string 1608 and team single string 568, plus individual three-string totals by Ross Blite 357 and single string 146. Dudley Amateur Boston Pin league posted team three-string 1542 and team single string 525, while Crockett Newton Boat in Newton league added three-string 353 and single string 147.
After 192 days of racing the Juarez course ends its most successful meeting. Irish Gentleman won the feature, the Primeval Handicap at six furlongs. A special train will take horses to Kentucky tomorrow.
The Chicago Americans defeated the Austin Texas league team today 7 to 0 in a spring exhibition game held in Austin.
Answers to queries explain ticket purchase rules for the New England amateur boxing championships at Mechanics Building on March 30. Only members of clubs registered with the AAU may buy tickets. A MAA meeting is set for tomorrow at 12 30 PM with Secretary E B Mero.
The Norwood Civic Association Indoor baseball team leads the Greater Boston Indoor Baseball league after 15 games, with only two losses. They defeated Boston Y M C A 25 to 11, sealing a strong title chance. Key performances came from battery Vernier and Myers and overall Norwood play.
A compiled notice seeks youth and semi pro baseball teams aged 12 to 21 for arranged games starting April 19. Clubs from Charlestown to Medford line up with sponsors or managers including Mahoney, Spooner, Breslin, Conlin, Harrington, and Cronin, offering half fares or guaranteed payments for matched schedules.
From all accounts the Cubs recruit catcher Harry Chapman of the Central Kansas League has a good chance for retention as a regular.
Detroit reports President Navin offered John J McCormick a Tigers roster spot while he contemplates leaving his stone business. Hughie Jennings had scouted McCormick at Cornell where he impressed as varsity catcher. Manager McGraw has a 25 cent cap on Giants poker games, hours left unbounded.
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