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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1917
Page
9
Mid season in the football steeple chase arrives next Saturday with Eastern teams lacking mid season form. Returns from outlying precincts show favorites won in nearly every race but some weird football is being played by the top elevens.
Boston College fell to Brown as two Brown players headed to hospital with injuries. Harvard informals beat Maine Artillery but showed vulnerability near the goal. Army's Tim Oliphant and West Point press challenged Tufts, while Pittsburgh and Colgate won, Dartmouth edged West Virginia, and Harvard prepares for Camp Devens clash. A controversial Columbia Union College kickoff touchback play sparked cheers and claims of a ruling flip.
Brown and Dartmouth prepare for high profile clashes in Boston as they win Saturday games. Boston College and Holy Cross also played strong but lost, with Dartmouth, Penn, BC, and Holy Cross slated to meet on November 10. Injury woes threaten BC's lineup for the season. Boxing notes foresee Levinsky versus Brennan, Britton praised by Benny Leonard, and a Marathon flavored cross-country event highlighting service athletes in a five mile race at Back Bay.
Yale coach Billy Queal and Harvard replacement Eddie Farrell keep their runners sharp as no Yale Harvard race is scheduled this season. N Y A C stars Eddie Renz and George Bonhag race over three quarters of a mile in New York to threaten Tom Armstrongs 4m 40 1 28 record from 40 years ago. Catey Spears at Dartmouth excels as he fills former coach Cavanaughs shoes while Howard Berry powers Penns Red and Blue in every game.
A patriot urges every citizen to purchase Liberty bonds to support the United States in the war. The call emphasizes personal responsibility and immediate action to help the country win.
The record notes that Tom Longboat was reported killed in the war, but this report was later denied. It also mentions football scoring debates and upcoming bouts between G Ss Jr K Brennan and Jim Coffey, with Coffey reportedly delaying a match. Jimmy Henigan did not enter the Saturday cross country run while his brother Tom Henigan did.
Armory A A promotes a second bout between heavyweights Bill Brennan and Battling Levinsky. Their last match ended in a draw, and both are expected to deliver a high quality fight. Semi final features Pat Owens of Cambridge versus Young Labore of Manchester NH in 10 rounds. Two six round preliminaries open the show.
Ohio State Illinois Minnesota and Chicago remain in the Big Ten title hunt after Wisconsin Purdue and Indiana are eliminated. Michigan and Iowa are out of contention with Michigan limited to one conference game and Iowa upset again. Illinois beat Wisconsin 7 to 0 and Chicago trounced Purdue 27 to 9.
Camp Devens Oct 21 A back field with dazzling speed and skill led Captain Frank L Hiller s Headquarters Troop to a 12 to 0 victory over the 301st Ammunition Train in the Sunday inter cantonment game on Cavalry Field More than 5000 spectators watched as O Donnell opened scoring from the 15 yard line and Nelson added the second touchdown The Ammunition Train relied on Johnson s one long pass for about 30 yards but the drive stalled under Headquarters defense Strong performances came from Goodrich Keefe O Donnell Nelson and Keefe while Gleason drew penalties and was removed for a substitute
Edward Miller Columbia’s star quarterback who helped defeat Union with two field goals has been called to Naval Reserve duty. He likely leaves this week for training but coaches hope he can obtain a furlough to play next Saturday at Williams in South Field.
Mordecai Brown the three fingered star who helped the Cubs rise is set for a major league return. He pitched superbly for Columbus in the American Association and is sought by a major league club. Brown formerly with Chicago then St Louis Feds, won many games with three and four hit efforts.
Reports say Percy Benson a charter member of the Cleveland 8. C. died of wounds in Flanders while serving with the British forces. Bud Ludwig YMCA champion diver suffered serious injuries from a fall while training army aviators.
Lexington High School resumes the delayed interclass tennis tournament this week with boys and girls competing. Singles doubles and mixed doubles events will decide which pupils face the faculty in the next round.
A homebound savings push urges readers to invest in bonds as a safe, long term option during periods of staying at home. The notice highlights stability, potential yields, and accessibility for households prioritizing security.
Waltham and Brookline meet after a hard fought win for Waltham who emphasize clean play. Somerville looms next as Waltham’s speed backs a tough battle plan led by Captain Smith while Brookline eyes a counter under Captain Thornton.
Johnny Donovan of South Boston and Harry Carlson of Brockton meet in the main bout at the Commercial A C Friday eve card. Banty Lewis faces Walter Bartlett in the 10 round semi final with two six round preliminaries. fight card praised as fast and hard fought.
Coach Fred Ostergan of Portland High notes Captain Pearson of Haverhill observed Portland practice days before the game. Pearson admits scouting other teams and watching rivals, signaling proactive preparation by Haverhill for their Saturday matchup.
President Ban Johnson of the American League leaves Chicago for Washington to formally offer his services to the government in the war effort. He hopes to be accepted for duty in the United States or France and will serve without compensation.
Treasury release prints Ring Lardner’s Jack letter urging support for the second Liberty Loan. The note praises Kid Gleason and urges Al Bedford to buy bonds, reminding of duty and personal sacrifice, with casual references to money and home life.
The writer explains missing two games due to a sore arm and reveals plans to invest $3600 in liberty bonds, with 3 bonds of $1000 and 6 of $100, earning $144 annually. He mentions sending money home to dependents Florrie and the kid and contemplates staying in Chicago.
Under St Josephs T A Society an amateur boxing tournament at Commercial A C quarters features top local boxers. A strong card includes three classes with two specials to close. 108-pound competitors Tommy Fall and Tommy Conlin lead with others from Lowell Gloucester Boston and more.
The National League earned 10 victories to 8 for the American League across post season and World Series games. Cincinnati defeated Cleveland in six, St. Louis swept the city series from the Browns four to two, and the NL shows improvement after years of American dominance.
The message urges the public to join a large crowd in purchasing government bonds. It touts the scale of the effort and frames the act as a demonstration of collective strength and national resolve.
Boston College supporters claim a refereeing decision cost a possible tie against Brown University in Providence last Saturday. They deny BC players used rough tactics while noting two BC players were injured and carried off. Brown supporters are not blamed.
East Pepperell October 21 The New England Fox Hunters Club prepares for its 18th annual fall meet with kennels set up across the week. Harry W Hutchinson heads local details as hunt week runs Oct 29 to Nov 2 with headquarters at the New Prescott Hotel. The club’s annual meeting is on October 31 with many hunters from Boston expected to attend. Foxes are reported plentiful despite Camp Devens nearby.
After a loss in New York Holy Cross announces two key players Foley and Cummings are out for the season. Foley suffers a fractured ankle requiring rest and rehabilitation. Cummings for the first time this season breaks a small thigh bone and is effectively finished for the year.
Alfredo de Oro the world champion at three cushion carrom billiards will defend his title this week at Léonard Howison's Academy. Opponent John Daly has challenged de Oro for the crown five times in prior championships.
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