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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1904
Page
4
New York reports a regenerating Terry McGovern impresses fans after his Hanlon win and is favored to beat Young Corbett again. Corbett, having been beaten, is said to be chasing money this time and will train hard to counter McGovern’s improved form ahead of their anticipated fast, furious rematch.
Boston sportsmen head to Maine for the moose open season amid a trend of poaching concerns and calls for stronger wardens. Maine reports steady moose shipments through Bangor, led by Masardis with 66 and Patten with 26, while November sees the peak hunting month. World of Sport notes regional basketball and hockey efforts, including Lakeside Club seeking games and local clubs forming an eight-team hockey league.
American champion Bobby Walthour wins in Berlin defeating German star Robs and Holland’s Piet Dieckentmann and England’s Tom Hall. Walthour’s 100 kilometer time is 1 hour 23 minutes 48 seconds as Hall’s wind shield motor lags behind.
The piece notes a successful overall benefit while eight games were played between Boston and Pittsburg. It mentions Silk O Loughlin pursing a New York Senate bid and hints umpire needs, with Collins layers likely moving south next spring. The youngsters must prove they deserve regular spots as Lobsters aided prior flag win.
Graves & Sons promotes Graves Grain Alcohol claiming top quality in America. Consumers are urged to visit or request an 8 16 or 32 ounce flask from their druggist with the firm name stamped on each cork.
In Newton on Oct 18 a large crowd watched Waltham High overpower Newton High 26 to 0. Captain Taylor starred with two touchdowns and a 30 yard field goal, while Newton captain Johnson at right end played well tackling punts and breaking up moves.
Medford, Oct. 13. Tufts varsity scored 23 points but coaches lament weak line play as second eleven easily pierced the line for big gains. Backs showed some strength while the front was disappointing in today’s display. Red Fox Ale available on draught at standard price. ask for it.
The Washington Star notes last season set attendance records in baseball with the American League drawing 8,094,559 fans and the National League 2,774,701. American crowds led totals, surpassing last year by over 700,000, while the National League rose by 365,109. A city-by-city table follows with averages per game based on home games.
New York October 13 Lady Henrietta captured the third race at Morris Park from 100 to 1 odds to 12 to 1 at post time. Twenty two starters raced a tight field with Henrietta drawing clear to win by five lengths in five furlongs 57 seconds. Outcome won the Ramapo handicap ahead of Wotan. Libretto II took Meadowbrook steeplechase. Jim Slick fell with rider Henry injured. Mort McHugh reorganizes Dorchester basketball club seeking strong independent opponents.
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