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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1915
Page
10
The Boston Post report notes Philadelphia’s defense and short fences impact as the World Series shifts. Alexander aims for a stronger performance after a tougher first game, with Cartrigan planning to start him again and optimism for improved hitting.
On the day we beat the Braves and clinched the pennant Ravath hit a center field homer aided by the short fence. Ludy and Foster also benefited from the wall in key moments while Speaker failed to reach a drive. The write up argues fences helped both sides and the team won yesterday but must move on to the next game without excuse.
The Chicago White Sox clinched the city championship four games to one with an 11 to 8 win over the Nationals. Lavender started for the Nationals but was hit hard after the second game as the White Sox capitalized on erratic fielding and draws. Blackburne opened the scoring with a double in the fifth, followed by four more singles and Murphy's double to seal the victory.
More than 70 top New England amateur athletes entered the track and field games at Caledonia Grove for the Improved Order of Red Men of Greater Boston in aid of the orphans fund. Open handicap events are in the afternoon with members and families in the forenoon, and a Lincolns of Brighton versus Wanderers of Neponset football match closes the day.
After four weeks of steady drilling Harvard reaches the half way mark in its schedule. Remaining games are Virginia Cornell Penn State Princeton Brown and Yale on successive Saturdays from now. Coaches at Cambridge tested an experimental line last Saturday with mixed results compared to the earlier lineup.
Harvard coaches prepare a hardened lineup for the upcoming game with the University of Virginia. The Crimson seek to improve a weak centre line exposed by Carlisle's attack, with Gilman Weatherhead back in action and Middendorf and Curtis rounding into form. Expected starters include Soucy Harte Coolidge at ends, Parson Bigelow Gilman at tackles, Cowen Cadman guards, Taylor Wiggin centres, and Watson quarterback with a backfield of Mahan King and McKinlock or Whitney.
Italian heavyweight John Perelli will meet Jimmy Ryan the New York police champion again on Thursday night at the Howard. Perelli, defeated once, trained intensely for a possible rematch to prove the earlier win was not a fluke. Ryan remains confident in his earlier victory.
The Lexington Minute Men form the Lexington Minute Men Rifle Club with Major William F. Young as president, Dr. A. S. Hamilton as secretary, and Howard M. Munroe as treasurer. Sixteen members join as they build a shooting range on Munroe's estate.
Matty discusses the 1915 World Series game plans. He backs Philadelphia hitters and believes Alexander will outpitch Moran in the next start. Moran weighs Rixey or Chalmers for game five while Philly momentum grows on strong hitting and sharp defense.
A columnist analyzes expected moves for Alex on foreign soil with Boston's left handed matchups and Carrigan's pitching choices. He notes Shore's fielding weakness, Shore's rest, and Foster's sharp defense at first, while praising Ward's pitching and the day’s likely weather impact on lineup decisions.
Lexington Ky October 10 With fair weather forecast the Grand Circuit trots near season end promise strong racing. The Walnut Hall cup three in five trot for 3000 leads tomorrow card with Peter Scott Worthy Prince Nathan Axeworthy Dick Watts and The Guide among entrants.
Bowdoin held BC largely in check with a stout defense while Baby Tonry ground steadily for Bowdoin. Daley and Bradley impressed for BC, and Jack Sullivan starred at right guard as Kirke and Fitzgerald emerged as top BC ends in a hard fought game.
Yale football faces a wave of injuries and disqualifications with six or more players sidelined, including Betts Black Sheldon and Kent. Easton Conroy Vorys Chatfield Taylor and Laston are hurt or ineligible, complicating lineup decisions as Yale prepares for Springfield Training School Washington Jefferson Harvard and Princeton tests.
Tim McCabe sparkles as the Browns shut out the Cardinals 5 to 0 in game two of a doubleheader after the Nationals won the opener 7 to 2. The series record stands 4 games to 1 with one tie. McCabe earned the win in relief for the Browns with Doak, Snyder, Hamilton, Koob and Severeld combining on the mound.
The piece previews the 1915 World Series third game between Bill Carrigan led Red Sox and Pat Moran's Phillies. It notes pitchers Alexander Leonard Shore and big Alex as contenders, tips on ticket times, and mentions Harvard Princeton football as a side note with Princeton's Speedy Rush.
Pittsburg defeats Navy 47 to 12 as the strong football team maintains momentum. Key players stand out amid the decisive victory at home.
The article notes the first base bleachers at Braves Field are not covered and lists a ticket price of 82 per game for the coming world series. It also cites Cravath’s notable home run between centre and right field at Braves Field and Johnston’s under the right field fence in a Braves versus Philadelphia game, with Taunton and Plank referenced in prior series.
Carlisle Indians return from Boston with players in good physical condition. Coach Glenn S Warner plans signal changes and new formations to prepare for a tough game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Flood Pratt and Looks strengthen ends as they aim for minimal scrimmage to avoid injuries.
The White Autos of Cleveland defeated the Luxus of Omaha 11 to 6 to claim the amateur baseball championship east of the Pacific coast. They will meet Tacoma, coast champions, in San Francisco for the world title.
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