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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1902
Page
3
Princeton defeated Harvard in a tense debate at Sanders Theatre last night marking the first victory for Princeton over Harvard in their rivalry in recent memory.
Eight years after meeting on the platform, Princeton visited Cambridge with Crimson-dyed scalps and a fierce speech contest on enforcing New York excise laws. Reed, Grossman, and Clark led Princeton’s eloquent defense while Harvard’s polished speakers failed to quiet the crowd’s fervor. After the verdict, Princeton supporters swarmed the platform as graduates clambered to shake hands with the victorious team.
Princeton University defeats Tufts College 7 to 1 in Princeton New Jersey. After seven steady innings Tufts held the hosts at bay until a burst in the eighth inning produced multiple hits and runs. Princeton pitchers Underhill Stevens and Green combine with catcher to secure the win while Tufts error count and Clay’s pitching woes contribute to the final score.
Manhattan College beat Yale 6 to 3 at Jasper Oval to avenge last Saturday's loss. Errors plagued Yale as Manhattan jumped to an early lead and held it. Catches by Lasalle and Cote highlighted the game while Yale made late substitutions at short first and eighth.
Promoted bout between Patsy Broderick of Providence and Martin Canoleo of Fall River at Temperance Hall failed to start. About 600 sports from southern New England gathered as management admitted misled crowd after hours of wait. Patrons received refunds and departed for home.
The Shadow Yacht Club trio Commodore Bill Daly Colonel Pat Sheehan and Captain Rea return to Boston after winter work in Hot Springs Arkansas. City hosts a reception with open houses at 97 cafes a banquet at Hotel Rossmore and a warm welcome from local sportsmen.
Old Dorchester defeated Arlington Boat Club to end the Amateur League season. Rugg led Arlington with a 568 total and 215 in a string, while Dorchester’s spare rolling helped win two games. Tonight Calumet faces Commercial in Brockton with a possible post-season roll-off if Commercial and B. A. A. tie for first.
The Charlestown Artillerymen defeated the Highland five on their alleys in an Amateur League candlepin contest. No player reached a century. Ware led with 99 as the top individual score. The final tally was not provided in the readable text.
The Massachusetts Bicycle Club held its annual banquet at the clubhouse on Massachusetts Avenue with about 125 members and guests. Rear Admiral Belknap, Rev. Peter MacQueen, Edwin Crandon, and others attended as speakers and were joined by Captain Alonzo Peck and ex-Rep. Arthur Peck. Plans for tours to the White Mountains, the Berkshires, Cape Cod, and a tally-ho trip to Concord on April 19 were announced as cycling interest revived.
Toledo Ohio March 26. First baseman Tuck Turner publicly denied reports that he had signed with Brooklyn and received $400 in advance money. He stated no contract exists and he remains a free agent.
Albert G. Cutler of Boston defeated Maxime Thomas of Worcester 1000 to 862 to claim the professional billiard championship of New England in the 18 inch balk line game. The third instalment of four hundred point matches saw Cutler surge from a 15 point deficit into a commanding lead by the 10th inning, aided by superior tactics and repeated hold positions.
Senator Mason gave notice of an amendment to the postoffice appropriation bill proposing $160,000 to connect postoffices in Washington Baltimore Wilmington Philadelphia New York Albany Buffalo Cleveland Detroit Toledo and Chicago by wireless telegraphy or wireless telephone.
The annual hall of Trimount Encampment No 2 I O O F was held last night in Odd Fellows Hall. The grand march led by Frederick A Terry J W and Miss Mabel Knowles featured 150 couples. Guests included Silas W Westcott J W Miss Robertson and many couples and attendees listed in attendance. The event marked a successful social gathering for the order.
The committee coordinating the 100th anniversary reunion of the Maritius Provincial Club met at Odd Fellows Hall and completed most major arrangements. The gathering occurred at No 94 Washington Street last evening.
Washington March 26 General debate on the military appropriation bill ended and five minute rule consideration began. Burleson of Texas renewed attacks on Secretary Hay over allegations about Boer relief funds subscribed in Illinois. Hitt of Illinois said no new developments and the secretary had done all possible. The House also passed the Burleson resolution asking the President for information on General Miles going to the Philippines.
The first Hebrew fair in Lawrence opened at the Concord Street synagogue to raise funds for the new synagogue mortgage. President Jacob Agnet of the Federation of Jewish Charities opened the event, with Mayor Dimon praising the Hebrew community. Speakers included Max Mitchell H Seigel J Robinson and H Bornstein. A Hebrew Women’s Council of Lawrence formed with Mrs. H Ginsberg as president.
A school of six whales stranded near Paris Island in British Columbia. The initial sighting noted one large whale with eight smaller ones. The big whale and two smaller ones escaped toward the channel, while the remaining four or more were captured.
Charles McConnell, once a promising sprinter, rode five miles behind a motor tandem at 1 minute 30 seconds per mile, three seconds faster than spring training speeds. He plans to debut in paced racing at Charles River Park on April 19 in a 25 mile open paced race. Louis Mettling and Forset D. Osgood signed to ride a five mile heat race the same day. Mettling aims to follow McConnell. Jim Kennedy entered Floyd McFarland and Albert Champion for the open paced race, with Tommy Hall possibly competing as well.
On March 26 the Police Board instructed the chief of police to prevent the scheduled fight between Jack McClelland and Kid Broad set for Friday, citing safety concerns and potential public disturbance.
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