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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1913
Page
11
Harvard football notes show Frumbull and Mahan sidelined with others returning to practice at Soldiers Field. Trumbull may join Princeton game, while Mahan recovers from a poisoned foot. The squad tested both varsity and substitutes in extended scrimmages amid pep and improving field conditions.
Brown’s football team, rebuilding after early-season struggles, displays strong improvement. Veterans and new players like Gardiner, McLaughlin, MacNeill, Casey, Bean, and Fraser contribute to a faster, tougher line and a dynamic backfield as Brown readies for Yale and Harvard tests.
Charles B. Durborow writes from Philadelphia apologizing for doubting Sam Richards Battery Sandy Hook swim. He explains his doubt stemmed from believing no swimmer could buck the tide so long at the start. Richards reportedly swam two hours against the tide at the start and 1 hour 42 minutes at the finish.
Toledo announces the acquisition of outfielders Ryan and Lelivert from Cleveland as part of a club move today. The Toledo Club confirms the two players join the roster amid ongoing season plans and roster reshaping.
Pringleton New Jersey scene as Yale’s Tigers test Bill Borden at punter during an off day. Borden, a wily substitute for Captain Hobey Baker, gains punting work as Law’s superior punting and passing push him from the halfback spot.
Borden shows speed and power as a candidate for varsity backfield after promising line play. He and Law competed in punting and kick training with DeWitt and Snake Ames teaching the kick style. Merritt’s illness removes him from Princeton prospects, while Harvard plays are integrated into Team B scrimmage with Farr directing Harvard tactics tomorrow.
T J Fay promotes publicity for Rockefeller Motor Co while Howard Motor Car Co seeks New England representation for a six cylinder model. John N Willys purchases Edwards Knight plant and license rights to produce Garford Knight cars at Elyria Ohio with designer H J Edwards moving as chief engineer. Motoring authorities watch closely as Willys expands his automotive empire.
Ollie Wescott, Tufts right halfback, stands out as a brilliant and consistent ground gainer in every game this season. His tackling and defensive work are described as above reproach, marking him as a probable All-America candidate for a larger college.
The article highlights Wescott as the Tufts star whose speed and game sense make him pivotal in the backfield. Trained by Charles Cuddy at Malden High and Sullivan at Dean Academy, he blends individual skill with team play, excels as an interferer, and powered by a 20 yard TD run against Maine. He weighs 163 pounds at 5 feet 10 inches and shines through quick feet, dodging, and a strong straight arm.
Commentary on upcoming American league meeting in Chicago and various sports puns. Mentions heavyweight bout cancellation, Yale Harvard cross country, and Willie Ritchie. Notes McGraw’s actions with a fat player and a federal league escape. Copyright pirates warned about serial rights.
A J Furbush of Brighton hosted a Park Theatre party featuring Wisse Ferguson in The Strange Woman. Metropolitan Driving Club officers and directors attended with guests including Mr and Mrs W J McDonald and others, marking a social evening last week.
Yale's football squad held a secret practice with unreported changes planned for tomorrow. Nat Wheeler returned to quarterback in signal work as coaches weigh recall of Wheeler and Wilson to handle backfield duties while veterans Martin Ainsworth Loughbridge and Ketcham return to their spots. captain Ketcham sat out today.
Three afternoon games highlight a crowded schedule with Melrose High visiting Granite City High and Arlington High facing Winthrop High. Brighton High meets Hyde Park High as St Marks and Groton School prepare for their Southboro clash. Newton High clashes with Waltham High at Watch City in a rivalry set to draw a record crowd.
The veteran fullback Dave Dunn, newly declared eligible, is expected to be a key candidate in the backfield as Wilson moves to quarterback. Dunn will compete for the fullback spot this week and aims to prove his value as a plunging back.
Rabbit Meranville and Tom Griffith of the Braves performed a vaudeville act at the National Theatre last evening without stage fright. They received gold inscribed pocketbooks and large bouquets from the Roxbury Central Club as thanks. The club also hosted a dance with a grand reception for the players.
Pumpelly seen in uniform without active role, aiming for goalkeeping duties in finals. Offense retention noted through retained dash and force. Ted Lilley offered practical tips to the tackles while scrimmaging remained limited to second and third teams.
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