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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1903
Page
3
The New York Herald lauds rapid trotting progress in 1903 with Lou Dillon slicing a second and a quarter from Crescens to reach 1:81 2, and Dan Patch pace falling to 1:56 1-4. Three two minute trotters emerge, aided by wind shield sulkies and light wheels, signaling a historic year for harness racing.
In Nashua New Hampshire opening for the New England half mile circuit saw rough conditions and crowd turnout. Argue won the 2:30 pace in straight heats while Baron Patch faced multiple incidents including a broken sulky wheel and a fall, ultimately earning 13th in that heat. Essex Maid and Colburn’s struggle also disrupted events.
The Harvard juniors won the inter class tennis championship defeating the freshmen four matches to two.
Dr Shoop offers a one month trial of his Rheumatic Cure for five fifty with six bottles arranged through a local druggist. If it fails the loss is the vendor’s, with a book on rheumatism sent on request. Mild cases may be cured in one to two bottles at all druggists.
World champion Young Corbett defeated Hughey Murphy in the 11th round amid a lively crowd at Roxbury. Corbett dominated from the start, wearing Murphy down with precise punches until the final knockdown ended the match. The report praises Corbett’s speed, power, and ring intelligence while noting Murphy’s improved endurance and toughness.
Boxing manager Harry Pollock arrived in Boston and shared inside chatter about Young Corbett and Jack Munroe. He said Corbett was to box Biddie Hanlon in Frisco late in December, with Ben Jordan favored by some coast reporters for a Corbett match, while others preferred Hanlon for a tougher draw and fair chance.
College notes report Andover and Dean Academy set for a top school game this afternoon at Andover. Cornell meets Princeton on Saturday with both unbeaten. observers expect a tough matchup and possible blemish on each record. Other notes mention Columbia denial of protean status for Metzenthin, Pennsylvania hurt after Saturday, and South Boston High preparing for Peabody fixtures plus open dates upcoming with reorganizing delays.
Director Billings of the National League hails Cincinnati committee decisions naming three Boston picks. Boston adds Fred C. Raymer, Jimmy Delehanty, and Newt Fisher from Shreveport, Little Rock and Denver, with Delehanty as brother of the late Ed Delehanty. Chicago secured Frank Smith instead.
Fans welcome new players to the local national team as the baseball commission reports Raymer awarded to his club. Ban Johnson vows to probe ticket sales for the Boston Pittsburg game while questions arise about Gavin leaving Boston and Gleason to Chicago and the Killilea dispute with Boston players.
City Packers won three straight games over Boston Packing in the Park League at 614 Colony alleys last evening. Sullivan led with a 277 pinfall as the City team topped their rivals in a low-scoring showdown at Old Colony alleys.
Old Colony alleys hosted two Telephone league matches last evening. Maintenance won three straight games against the Auditors, while Main Exchange took two of three from the Cashiers, though Cashiers posted the highest overall pinfall.
In Chauncy alleys last evening Dalton Ingersoll swept Huey bowlers three straight in the Plumbers league series. Salesmen won two of three against Peck Bros. and Cambridge Supply also took two of three from Webb Co. with tight matches and strong finishing games.
Tremont eased past South Shore in Chauncy alleys action last evening securing three straight wins as pinfall ran low. Leach led Tremont with 639 total and a 22 single while Tremont totaled 2344 to South Shore 227? totals show scoring variance and several players posting lower scores.
Delegates from Ancient Order of United Workmen lodges gathered last evening at 446 Tremont street to form a bowling league with 12 lodges. A further meeting to finalize plans and schedule is set for next Monday evening at 724 Washington street.
Melrose on October 27 reports the high school football season ends early due to a dispute between the high school team and the athletic association over providing police protection at games.
Reports from the other side say G L Watson has been asked by Mr Leever to design a cup challenger and may stage a race here. He may also design a challenger for a well known Clyde yachtsman, with Peter Donaldson seen as a leading figure in yachting circles.
The world championship match at Old City Hall Pittsburg featured Tom Jenkins of Cleveland defeating Dan McLeod of Canada in three falls. Jenkins opened with a half nelson and wrist throw in 18:31, McLeod scored in 6:25, and Jenkins sealed the victory with a 7:55 win also by half nelson.
Amherst and the Institute of Technology will race over a six and a half mile Brookline Country Club course on November 17. Tech fields stronger long distance runners, but Amherst anticipates a competitive showdown.
Percy Moore captain and halfback of Revere High School football is hailed as one of the league's best. Critics claim Revere High has yet to be scored against this season due to his phenomenal playing.
Somerville High School defeated Cambridge Latin at Broadway Field 12 to 0 in a hard fought game. Despite the lopsided final, Cambridge pressed, with Hafford and McLaughlin shining and Teddy making key tackles as both teams dominated at times.
An advertisement claims American readers will prefer Cook's Imperial Champagne, inviting readers to try an introduction. It emphasizes a favorable audience, suggesting a social or celebratory use and linking the brand to American preference.
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