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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1916

Page

12

Willard Explains No Knockout In Moran Title Fight

Willard reveals a right hand injury prevented a seventh round knockout in the Madison Square Garden bout with Moran. He traveled to Chicago with his team to be with family and plans a circus tour with Tom Jones, Walter Monahan, and Jack Hemple. The champion aims to help his fellow boxers start new ventures after the Johnson era.

New York Willard-Frank Moran Madison Square Garden Wizard Moran Chicago Tom Jones Hot Springs Grippe Willard Jones Walter Monahan Jack Hemple Jack Johnson Frank Moran Las Frank

Willard Reveals Hand Injury Affects Moran Bout

The interview at the Colonial Hotel with Willard recounts the Moran bout. He explains how a broken index finger influenced his right hand punches and his decision to rely on his left after a seventh-round knock. He praises Moran's grit and hints at future plans after a 40 week engagement.

Willard Te Champion Colonial Hotel Beecause Moran Joe Grim Jess

English High relay team to compete at Pennsylvania carnival

The Boston English High School four man relay squad led by captain Harold Brigham will compete in the Pennsylvania relay carnival at Franklin Field Philadelphia on April 28 and 29. The quartet including Fred Monagle Jim Downey Bill Nolan has dominated the senior events this winter winning key meets and posted the fastest time at the B A A schoolboy games and Regimental games, signaling a strong chance to win their class.

Boston Franklin Field Philadelphia Dan O'Flaherty Fred Monagle Jim Downey Bill Nolan Harold Brigham English High

Braintree High Team Set as South Shore League Contender

Braintree High may field one of the finest teams in the region under coach D P A Willard. Leo Hennessey is captain with veterans Fisher Thayer Carmichael Van Vloten Finnegan Dillon and Smith. A 24 game schedule runs from April to June featuring contests with Sumner Mass College of Pharmacy 19 Stetson Natick Quincy Weymouth West Roxbury Milton Whitman Abington Stetson Cambridge Oliver Ames and Charlestown Centre School with several open dates.

Braintree High School D. P. A. Willard New Hampshire Braintree Leo Hennessey Fisher Thayer Carmichael van Vloten Finnegan Dillon Smith Sumner High South Braintree Mass, College of Pharmacy Stetson High Natick High Natick Quincy High Quincey Weymouth West Roxbury Jamaica Plain Milton Whitman High Abington High Randolph Stoughton High Cambridge High and Latin School Cambridge Oliver Ames Braintree Grocers Charlestown Centre School Charlestown North Easton Whitman

Maine Star Otis Lawry to Join Philadelphia Athletics

Otis C Lawry of Fairfield Maine captain of the University of Maine baseball nine will join the Philadelphia Athletics after finishing college. He drew five major league offers and is described as the best Maine college player, star of shortstop, and a top hitter over three years. Scouts call him the most finished college shortstop. Lawry resembles Rabbit Maranville in build.

Crono Otis C. Lawry Fairfield University of Maine Philadelphia Athletics Lawry Maine Rabbit Maranville Braves

Willard Leaves New York for Chicago Then Circus Tour

World heavyweight champion Jess Willard, with a bandaged hand and about $40,000 on his person, headed to Chicago to rest with his family before a six month circus engagement starting April 29. He expects no immediate rematches, while promoter Tex Rickard notes ticket sales near $350,000 and suggests Willard may retire within the year.

New York Jess Willard Chicago Pennsylvania Depot Far West

Willard Mor an boxing clash creates vaudeville intermission humor

Arthur Omment notes the Willard Moran battle drew nationwide talk with humor during intermission as vaudeville acts entertained ringside crowds. The visiting press received courtesy from press chief Harry Cashman and David Belasco attended ringside.

Harry Cashman

Moran Triumph In Boston Ring Draws Crowd

The Moran versus Willard match drew about 100 Boston spectators with Moran favored by the crowd. Police kept orderly lines as Moran earned a one sided victory that disappointed many present, though Moran’s performance was praised by his supporters.

Moran Tlad Moran

St Nicholas-B A A post season title game chosen by St Nick

The Boston Arena will host next Saturday night the deciding game for the Amateur Hockey League championship in the St Nicholas B A A post season series. St Nick selected the arrangement for the game.

Boston Arena St. Nicholas St. Nick

St Nickseven win coin toss for final hockey clash

The deciding battle of the series was set by a coin flip after Saturday's game, with St Nicks choosing the local rink. Previous meetings show a mix of results as St Nicks and B A A traded wins on each other’s ice, raising expectations for the arena showdown amid local hockey action this week.

St. Nickseven St. Nicks New York Bostonians Santa Claus B. A. A. Hackers Harvard Arena Sevens

Willard Dominates in Final Bout and Holds Heavyweight Title

The Pittsburg Irishman Jess Willard stood alone as the rightful champion in a crowded field. Moran has no rival in the ring, and Willard’s reign appears secure for months as his manager considers outdoor exhibitions. The bout cools the heavyweight scene and leaves the sport in a quiet period.

Moran Jess Willard Jess

Local Wrestling Report and Ring News Across Cities

Peter Goulett of Woonsocket defeated Eddie Bolin of Brattleboro in two of three falls at Mechanics Building on January 22. Moran beat Coffey twice by knockout, first in the third and then in the ninth round, at Lawrence. Pridie Mack, boxing manager, formerly a boxer, is noted. Hans Lobert, then with the Giants, set a field day baserunning record of 13 3 4s in Cincinnati on October 9, 1910.

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Moran Quicl as Willard Boxer Ends Great Heavyweight Fight

The clash between Jess Willard and Moran ended with Willard the victorious heavyweight champ. The aftermath hints at autopsies and a full accounting of the bout and its consequences.

Jess Willard

Receipts Estimated At 140000 Abott 10000

Receipts totals listed include figures such as 139645 71250 5000 7500 2500 5600 1500 101250 with references to abott figures and multiple amounts suggesting financial tallies. The text provides numeric totals but lacks full context or descriptive details.

Moran vs Willard: a cautious clash leaves Willard supreme

The Irish press recounts Frank Moran’s heavy loss to Jess Willard in a decisive bout. Moran’s single right hand failed to harm Willard who used reach weight and endurance to dominate, while Moran’s defense proved weak. Willard’s power and size overwhelmed Moran, ending in a clear victory with public interest lingering for future showdowns in New York venues.

Roope Faces Barlo in North-South Women’s Championship

Pinehurst reports the first round draw for the North South women’s championship. Mrs George W Roope a former Boston district champion is paired with Mrs R H Barlo the current holder. The winner is expected to meet Mrs J W Hurd in the semi finals after Hurd is favored to beat Miss Beall of Uniontown.

Pinehurst George W. Roope Boston R. H. Barlow J. W. Hurd Chaneman Hurd Miss Beall Uniontown

Harvard Soccer Team Starts Season Under Daly

Harvard soccer candidates must report to Captain O. G. Daly this afternoon at 4 o clock. Practice begins in Hemenway Gymnasium and will move indoors until Soldiers Field is ready for outdoor footing.

Harvard O. G. Daly Hemenway Gymnasium Soldiers Field

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