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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1918
Page
12
Arthur Duffey reviews war era sports figures including General Foch as a golf and football figure, discusses 1916 Berlin Olympics plans, and notes soldiers and players like Tom Longboat, Jack Hendricks, and Jimmie Moran. The piece covers six day bike races at Madison Square Garden and war service affecting baseball and boxing careers.
Frankie Britt of New Bedford and Rocky Kansas of Buffalo fought to a one round draw in the Armory A A bout. Britt led many rounds with cleaner punches while Kansas netted the heavier blows and the final decision stayed even. The show also featured Kid Lee substituting for Bergin against Parker, and Donnie Kramer making his pro debut forcing Wolfe to quit after two rounds.
Willie Hoppe champion billiard player began a series of exhibitions at Camp Devens for officers and men. He appeared twice before officers and last night gave three shows for noncommissioned officers and privates. Hoppe performed under Red Cross auspices.
Captain Tom Wing, star full back of Commerce football, starred in the game at Fenway Park yesterday afternoon. Commerce defeated Revere Commerce 33 to 0.
Commerce High, aided by substitutions after a two week suspension, defeated Revere High with Ring scoring three touchdowns and Kroog adding a score. Ring starred with a 50 yard run and strong punting while Harrington and Wells stood out for Revere in a see-saw game across four quarters.
Boxers volunteering for the United War Fund are urged to commit fully, with promoters like Matt Hinkel demanding preparation and no stallers. The piece notes expected bouts in New York and Boston, plans for Madison Square Garden on Nov 16, and various fighters offered for benefit events, including Dempsey, Fulton, and Sam Langford, amid concerns over frameups and fair play.
Boston College has two offers for games next Saturday announced by Father Meagher athletic director. Bowdoin and the Naval Reserves from New London are eager to meet the Maroon and Gold. Bowdoin prefers Alumni Field Newton, the sailors Braves Field, no decision yet likely Bowdoin as opponent. No practice yesterday due to bruises from Saturday's contest. workout planned for this afternoon.
South Boston High School edged Hyde Park 3 to 2 at the M Street Playgrounds. Welch Toland and Sweeney led South Boston with goals while Hyde Park captain Noll stood out for the losers. It was South Boston High’s second straight win.
Charlie Swain, noted baseball slugger, died today in Oakland at age due to influenza. Swain held the season's home run record with 34 before Ping Bodie surpassed him while playing for the Washington Americans and teams on the coast including Sacramento and Vancouver.
Umpire Thomas Connolly, after twenty years in the majors, looks back on early days of rowdy games, police escorts, and frequent clashes. He credits Ban Johnson with shaping umpire authority, reducing riots, and strengthening the American League's discipline and orderly play.
Chicago Nov. 5 report shows 144 of 264 players under contract or reservation to eight American league clubs are in the army or navy. More than three fourths serve, led by Detroit with 25 players. Boston and Philadelphia each 20. Chicago and Cleveland 19. New York 14. Washington 14. St. Louis 18.
James A. Gilmore once president of the Federal League in 1914 1915 has enlisted in the Army Motor Transport Service. At 43 he plans to aid by helping tote supplies, saying he wants to serve and acts to do his part.
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