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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1902

Page

3

Harvard Pays Wesleyan Today

Harvard trained on Soldiers Field in a decisive prep for Wesleyan with a strong line and new ground play. Key players Kernan Graydon Foster and Marshall highlight the Crimson, aiming for a big score against Wesleyan, while Mills Jones and Leatherbee bolster the backfield and line.

Harvard Soldiers Field Marshall Crimson Wesleyan Yale Graydon MacMasters West Point Kernan Jones Mills Wico Leatherbee Foster Shea Lindsay Leo Daly Taussig Cornell Tonet Lo OQ Neers R Eyester Wright Forbes A. Marshall Speeests Gillespie Sik Sees E Ll. E Rogers Marshall Ye Alee Sales Q. B Calder Kernan Hob McDonald Teatherbee Hanlon Stillman F. de F. B Cobb

Brighton High Beats Hopkinson In Riverside Game

Brighton High School defeated Hopkinson 16 to 0 in a two ten-minute half game at Riverside recreation grounds yesterday. Key runs came from Jordan and MacDonald with MacDonald scoring the only goal from a touchdown. Attendance was about 400 as officials Goodwin Riley Shine Breed McDevitt officiated.

Brighton High School Hopkinson Riverside Recreation Grounds Jordan MacDonald Brighton High Iopkinson de Long Hammond Curley Colley Jordan Marion Thimins F. Wee F. B Thimmins Goodwin Riley Shine Breed and McDevitt

Football games today across campuses in multiple cities

Harvard plays Wesleyan in Cambridge while Yale hosts Bowdoin in New Haven and Princeton meets Haverford at Princeton. Other matchups include Pennsylvania versus Gettysburg in Philadelphia and Columbia against Swarthmore in New York with Amherst visiting Holy Cross in Amherst.

Harvard-Wesleyan Cambridge Yale-Bowdoin New Haven Princeton-Haverford Princeton Pennsylvania Gettysburg Philadelphia Columbia-Swarthmore New York Amherst Holy Cross Lafayette Washington and Jefferson Washington Penn Annapolis St. John’s Annan Carlisle Watertown South Boston Watertays Salem High Peverly Salem Yale Stamford Dorchester Wich-Waltham Waltham Newton Toxbury Stone’s Franklin Field

Harvard Basketball schedule includes Princeton Cornell Yale

Harvard's intercollegiate basketball schedule lists games at Cambridge Ithaca Princeton and New Haven. Key dates include January 17 Princeton at Cambridge January 31 Cornell at Ithaca February 7 Columbia at Cambridge February 12 Princeton at Princeton February 18 Columbia at New York February 21 Cornell at Cambridge February 28 Yale at Cambridge March 6 Yale at New Haven.

Harvard Princeton Cambridge Cornell Ithaca Columbia New Y Yale New Haven

Woman Found Unconscious with Lemons and Potatoes Concealed

Katherine McNally, 50, of 244 Shawmut Avenue, was found at 9 last night lying unconscious on the sidewalk at Newland and West Caton streets. She was taken to Station 5, then City Hospital, where Dr McQueeney noted alcoholism and a severe scalp wound. Police cannot explain the assortment of lemons, potatoes and silk fancy works concealed beneath her garment.

Katherine McNally Shawmut Avenue Newland West Caton Streets Station 5 McQueeney

Passenger List on Leylandine Sails Saloon

The Leylandine lists passengers including Mrs Jennie M Poulet Miss Edith Phillips Mrs Rose Kuwron Mr Thomas I age Smith Mrs Smith Miss Mary G Smith Mr Lewis Smith Miss M R Sanderson Captain Ht WH Iyer Mrs George T1 Wilson Miss Margaret Wilson Miss Amy Wiser Mra Ellen Ash Watson Mike Katherine De Normanadice Wilson

Leylandine Sails Hese Jennie M. Poulet Edith Phillips Rose Kuwron Thomas I Age Smith Smith Mary G. Smith Lewis Smith M. R. Sanderson WH. Iyer George T1. Wilson Margaret Wilson Amy Wiser Ellen Ash Watson Katherine de Normanidice Wilson

Bankers and Brokers to Form Local Bowling League

Bankers and brokers and their employees will meet this afternoon at 4:15 PM at 27 State Street in the Paine, Webber & Co. office to form a Bankers and Brokers Bowling League. Each firm may send one representative and an initiation fee of $10 will be charged to fund prizes.

Bankers and Brokers State Street Paine, Webber & Co Thix

Roxbury High Forfeit Sparks Student-Teacher Clash

A Roxbury High football game with English High was forfeited as Roxbury failed to appear amid a dispute between Principal Clay and the team captain. Captain Ewing was removed and Harry McNamara elected in his place amid ongoing tensions over uniforms, athletic governance, and eligibility decisions.

Franklin Field Roxbury High Roxbury Clay Ewing Harry McNamara Mr. Clay English High Samaritan Roxbury High School Frank Ewing

Six Foot Height Based Military Club Planned in New England

A dozen men all at least six feet tall plan a military social organization in New England or Massachusetts. J P Forsythe of Somerville, 6 feet 5 inches, leads as secretary with A W Dole of Haverhill, 6 feet 4 inches, aiding. The idea arose at the Quincy House after a chance meeting of Forsythe, Dole, J Raymond of Cambridge, 6 feet 4 inches, and J Jarvis, 6 feet 2 inches, who discussed forming a social military company for tall men.

New England Massachusetts J. P. Forsythe Somerville A. W. Dole Haverhill Quincey House J. Raymond Cambridge J. Jarvis Mr. Raymond

Trades League Bowling Results At Beacon Chambers

Trades league last night at Beacon Chambers alleys saw the barbers beat J. Middleby Jr two to one and the grocers sweep E Moody Co three straight. Christopher of the barbers posted an individual high 265 total with a 98 singles best. In Park Packers league, Swift and Morris families led wins on Chauncy alleys as Swift defeated Armour in straight games while Morris allowed Boston Packing to win one of three.

Beacon Chambers Barbers J. Middleby, Jr Grocers E. Moody & Co Christopher Swift Morris Park Packers Chauncy Armour Boston Packing and Provision Company Mulliken Peer Lad Crropple Poindexter Palmer Stevens Wane Onir Miller Mahony Mitchell Deer Miller, Jr Sal Giaulligher Ashton Eee Og Ridgway Spaulding Nin Cc K Moody & Co Cherompt Gould Barks Waneeee Ital Bishon Crowley Blake ' Wren McKoenzie Tabeoork Mann Sears Water Val Clifford Cook Weeve Hiaker Eoren Ellis Me Donough Dave Stockton Sete Wah Russell Harilton Conroy Serene Boston T'u Millett Knowlton O Brewer Hayford Tee

Irish Delegates Gather for Boston Irish League Convention

The Boston Central Council of the United Irish League of America met at the American House with Dr. T. J. Dillon chairing. Plans were laid for the national convention in Boston and the arrival of Irish delegates, with speeches by multiple leaders. Delegates elected include Thomas Gargan, John Corcoran, J. D. Fallon, and many others. seven Ninth Regiment companies to parade next Sunday. The council will reconvene Thursday evening.

Boston United Irish League of America American House T. J. Dillon Thomas Riley P. J. Timmins I. O. Weir Michael Morrison John P. Lane P. J. Conlon John O'Callaghan M. J. Burke Thomas B. Fitzpatrick P. J. Slane M. P. Cunniff Edward Lawton T. J. Gallagher Symphony Hall Hollis Street Ninth Regiment Boston Central Council Thomas J. Gargan John W. Corcoran J. D. Fallon William Sullivan John H. Burke John F. Fitzgerald James E. Cotter W. F. Kenney E. J. Slattery J. O'Keefe O. M. Sheridan John Kavanagh W. C. Loftus Joseph P. Flatley William Doogue Denis O'Reilly Phelan J. J. Cooney J. T. Gallagher P. ©. Kelly John J. O'Connor J. J. Frawley Father Walsh Mission Church Daniel P. Sullivan John M. Grainey M. J. Mo Manus M. J. Jordan Father Lyons South Boston P. T. Gavin John J. Hanley John O'Regan Charles Coleman W. J. O'Donnell William J.burke W. J. Donovan Martin J. Roche W. H. Flynn George D. Cahill John B. O'Higgins Frank J. O'Hara James H Doyle James W. Gallivan Thomas O'Connor Katherine Sheridan George F. Coleman P. J. Grace J. J. Hardiman M. H. Crehan Dennis Tyrell Martin Ken John F. Reardan Timothy F. Crowley W. Johnston Trot Sproules James F. Barrett Cambridge James F. Aylward John EK. Nolan Timothy Scott John Woods Patrick J. Goleman D. J. Welch James Clogher John Gavin John M. Hart C. S. Coleman Daniel H. Pradley Thomas O'Hara John Concannon E. G. Gilhooly W. J. Hynes Miss Curley Ww. B. F. Whall J. J. Donelly E. O'B. Kennedy James E. Farrell J. McMahon Martin Kelly Martin J. Hynes W. J. Maguire J. J. Curran

Martha Opera At Tremont Impresses Large Audience

Last evening at the Tremont Sav age's company presented Flotow's Martha to a large crowd. Gertrude Rennyson starred as Martha with Miss PaFre Nancy Francis Currier Sir Tristan Lloyd D Aubigne Lionel Winifred Goff Plunket and J Parker Coombs Sheriff. Rennyson captivated as singer and actress, and D Aubigne’s Lionel and Goff's Plunkett earned praise. The chorus shaded the production with solid support, and Martha will be repeated tonight.

Tremont Miss Rennyson Mr. D'Aubigne Lionel

Betts Held on Mails Fraud Indictments in Bail Increase

In a US District Court before Judge Lowell Frederick Betts, recently convicted on several indictments for fraudulent mail use, was held yesterday in 15000 bail for further appearance. All other bail in c o s against him in district court and before the US commissioner was discharged. Betts bail had been 35000. increase agreed. J H Dinegan of Quincy became his surety, also surety in prior cases. J M Fisher called, personal recognizance taken, bail discharged. Fisher was Betts’s partner and turned State evidence at the trial.

United States District Court Lowell Frederick Betts District Court United States Commissioner Betts J. H. Dinegan Quincy J. M. Fisher Fisher

Night Court Sways Citizens in Boston Naturalization Session

Judge Fallon presided over a long naturalization session in South Boston Municipal Court from 7:30 to 11:30 pm, swearing in 141 applicants. Political sponsors, including Alderman Norris and ex-Representative Lydon, watched as Irish and German applicants led the nationalities, with Finns, Poles, Italians, and Russians also represented.

Fallon South Boston United States Michael W. Norris Michael J. Lydon Shiels Wardrom

Petition for Mulrey for pardon after 1900 case

Mulrey ex chief clerk of the paving division petitions for pardon claiming illness and punishment endured suffices. Signed by prominent business and political leaders, with no strong letter from former Mayor Josiah Quincy. Names William A. Gaston and Charles Hamlin appear. Dated 1900, the petition has not prior progressed to the Governor’s office and will reach the Governor for executive action.

J. Richard Mulrey Mulrey Josiah Quincy William A. Gaston Charles 5. Hamlin

Chelsea Aldermen Lay Coal Petition on Table

At the Chelsea Board of Aldermen meeting last night a communication from the Chelsea Central Labor Union urged petitioning the President to call a special session of Congress to take coal mines from current owners and operate them for the public benefit. The communication was laid on the table.

Chelsea

Cor Cororan Signs $3500 Deal With Cincinnati Nationals

Cincinnati shortstop Tom Corcoran of the National League team signed a contract for next season worth 3500 dollars. The move ties him to Cincinnati for the upcoming campaign as the team restructures its roster.

Cincinnati Tom Corcoran

Burglary Reported at Lincoln Street Home in Cambridge

Police in Cambridge report a daytime burglary at a residence on Lincoln Street. A large amount of clothing was stolen. victim identified as William Faster East Cambridge. Investigation ongoing with local authorities.

William Faster Cambridge Lincoln Street Cam

Boston School Board Debates Abolishing Matron at Warren Primary

A heated Boston school committee session debated abolishing the matron position at Warren Primary School Charlestown with critics arguing hot water and baths issues. The board postponed action and approved related budget and personnel moves including resignations and new appointments for teacher retirement, evening drawing school leadership, and rules on city domicile for new instructors.

Warren Charlestown Morris Ernst Boston McDonald Brett Duff Mr. Ernst Frank Vogel City of George E. Brock William J. Gallivan L. Theresa Moses Seaver Julia A. McIntyre Quincy Street Vesper L. George Malden

Boxing Gossip From Criterion Club Card Night

A Boston boxing note outlines the Criterion Club meeting headlined by Johnny Powers vs Young Schindler at 110 pounds Joe Handler vs Martin Riley at 138 and Twin Sullivan vs Jimmy Handler at 148 The writer praises the lineup cites Joe Gans recent win over Kid McPartland and mentions Boston plans and local fighters seeking bouts as Patsy Sweeney Meyer and others surface in talk of matches and travel.

Criterion Club Johnny Powers Young Schindler Joe Handler Martin Riley Twin Sullivan Jimmy Handler Charley O'Rourke Sullivan O'Rourke Handler Cambridge James W. Westcott Boston New York Westcott Cambridge Club Bangor Joe Gans Baltimore Kid McPartland Fort Erie Jon Gans Gans Tim Harrington South Boston Chick Moynihan Young Allen Bellefield Walcott Chester Goodwin Bantam Chelsea Central Falls R. I King Fall River Rhode Island Jimmy Briggs Stafford Springs Providence Kid Gillis Champon New York State New England Wilton A C Cam- George Connell Bridge Bill Purcell Charlies Cheatnnut Spring Duffy Young Barnes Cohen Iman Joe Williams Patsy Sweeney Manchester Sweeney Gus Zeigler Falmouth Dave Sullivan Patsy New York City New York City, and My Gum Shoe Men Pater B. H. Benton Rob Roy

Fire hazards from coal substitutes debated by state board

Massachusetts State Board of Trade committee on insurance reports on the coal famine and the danger of using kerosene and gasoline for heating and cooking. It urges public caution and outlines insurers permits, adds a call for an immigration education test, and notes remarks from Whittemore and others on fuel, heat, and policy implications.

State Board of Trade Executive Council Massachusetts State Board of Trade Young Massachusetts Fire Insurance Union Board Committee On Insurance Massachusetts Mutual Fire Insurance Union Board of Trade Mutual Fire Insurance Union Caanal B. B. Whittemore Francis Peabody JB. B. BE. Whittemore Boston Henry Parsons Marlboro Board of Trade Immigration Restriction League of Congress E. Chamberlain Brockton East New England Whitemore Amias Sayheh

Suburban Interclub League Restructures for Ping Pong Season

The Suburban Interclub League reorganized at Dudley Club Roxbury naming six clubs Dudley Jamaica Highland South Boston Yacht Colonial and Old Dorchester. In addition to ping pong the league will run bowling billiards and bottle pool tournaments with schedules to follow next week. Officers elected include President G H Hall Dudley Club Secretary H L Bissell Old Dorchester Club and rules committee members G H Hall H L Doten J F L Dickerman.

Dudley Club Roxbury Dudley Jamaica Hichland South Boston Yacht Club Colonial Old Dorchester G. H. Hall H. L. Bissell Old Dorchester H. L. Doten Colonial Club J. FL. Dickerman Jamaica Club

Labor unions donate aid to striking miners crackdown

Web Pressmen's Union urged members to donate one hour of weekly pay to striking miners. Brass Moulders Local 192 admitted ten and welcomed eight new applications. Machinists 204 allocated 28 dollars. Carpenters Union elected John T. O'Neil as treasurer. Navy 14 ball set for Odd Fellows Hall. A 200 dollar grant approved for miners. Caremakers Union allocated zero, sending funds to Treasurer Wilson in Indianapolis. Machine Stone Planers' Union in New England approved active measures and new members.

Web Pressmen's Union Brass Moulders Carpenters’ Union John T. O'Neil Navy Odd Fellows’ Hall Caremakers' Union Eliot Street Wilson Indianapolis Machine Stone Planers’ Union New England Hall New England

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