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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1908

Page

8

Harvard Linemen Taught Charging By Ernest Graves Drill

Harvard football practice features Ernest Graves of West Point showing linemen how to charge and break through. Graves benches faults, then corrects players privately, while backfield quickening and new formations tested in signal drill. Several players sidelined or limited by injuries ahead of Brown game.

Ernest Graves West Point Harvard Sesson Graves Annapolis Rimson Daly Brown Burr Togs Sam Hoar

Dexter Draper Strengthens Quaker Line at Penn State

Dexter Draper, a multi sport selection and South Boston native, reinforced the Quaker line in a Saturday game against the Indians. The former Springfield Training School star is praised as one of the fastest big men in the game, with a track record of strong offensive openings and rugged defense.

Dexter Draper Boston of P Draper H Dexter Draper Quaker Line Pennsylvania Indians South Boston Springfield Training School Michigan Cornell

Beach dog show entries close next Friday in Boston

Boston Terrier Club beach show committee races to fill a record entry for Mechanics Hall November 11 to 14. The office at 521 Washington Street handles entries as nine new classes push total to 42 with over 170 cash specials. Winners could surpass $200 plus numerous cups.

Boston Terrier Club Mechanics’ Ee Washington Street

Australian rider Clark to join Fogler in New York six day

Clark the sensational Australian cyclist trains in New York to join Joe Fogler at Park Square Garden for the six day race beginning November 9. Frank Kramer predicts Clark will beat Fogler for the world championship title within a few years.

Clark Australia New York Joe Fogler Park Square Garden Frank Kramer

Burleigh and Cadman Head to Vermont for Norwich Game

Fred Burleigh and Harry Cadman departed last evening to Vermont to officiate the Vermont Norwich game scheduled for today.

Fred Burleigh Harry Cadman Vermont

Fox Hunters Meet Sets Brush Record in Belchertown

Belchertown reports the New England Fox Hunters Club fourth annual November meet opened with a record seven brushes. Early foxes were taken by FB W Pletcher of Littleton New Hampshire and EBvarts of Clinton Connecticut, followed by Whitcomb of Waltham Perry of Brunswick Hatch of Lexington and others securing additional foxes in the Snow Farm area.

Belchertown New England Fox Hunters’ Club FB. W. Pletcher Littleton N. H Snow Farm Co. H. Ebvarts Clinton John F. Whitcomb Waltham R. 8. Perry Brunswick W. P. Hatch Lexington

Lajoie Introduces New Spring Training Plan

Cleveland manager Lajoie announces no exhibition games for the Naps during spring training. The team will begin in Mobile, then move to New Orleans for the balance of workouts this season.

Cleveland, CO Lajoie Cleveland Naps Mobile New Orleans

Packy McFarland and Tommy Murphy at Sulzer's Harlem River Park

Packy McFarland and Tommy Murphy are slated to appear together on November 10 at Sulzer's Harlem River Park. The event positions both boxers for possible future bouts and draws local spectator interest.

Packy McFarland Tommy Murphy Sulzer Harlem River Park

Yale Varsity Revenge Over Freshmen In Muddy Practice

Yale varsity overwhelmed the freshmen with three touchdowns after last week’s loss while Savage kicked a 25 yard drop goal to salvage a consolation. Andrus shone in his first scrimmage return as Lilley and Hobbs shuffled in.

New Haven Conn Yale Savage Andrus Hobbs Lilley Naedele Logan Kilpatrick Princeton Bobby Burch Mack Coy Burch Bingham Philbin Henry Holt Hains

Dartmouth Shows Ginger in Scrimmage Halfback Pishon Shines

Dartmouth squad displays renewed spirit in afternoon scrimmage, scoring two touchdowns. Pishon directs the offense at quarterback, while Ingersoll returns at right half and Pollard and Ryan contribute on the backs. Captain Kennedy and others watched as Fred Jennings from the 1900 team aided in backfield work.

Hanover N. H Dartmouth Pishon Amherst Ingersoll Pollard Ryan Kennedy Tobin Pevear Rich Fred Jennings

Roxbury Latin Triumphs 11-0 Over Stone School

Roxbury Latin defeats Stone School 11 to 0 in Chestnut Hill. Connolly scores two touchdowns and kicks goal attempts, with notable play by Packard Richorn and defenders. Key injuries include Welch with a broken collarbone. Bart Connolly stars on offense. Attendance around 150. game ends with two 15-minute halves.

Roxbury Latin Stone School Chestnut Hill Roxbury Highland School Bobby Hill Wendell Andy Welch Bart Connolly Richorn Packard Stone Swain Connolly Conway Cesses Paeensetetes Pierce Berenson Ring R. T W. Bradley Stompie Walion Bec R. G L. Day P. Day Gang Keayes Tenney Wem Co. Lees Cece Ces F. B Worthie Parmenter

Amateur Football Schedule Ads in Boston Clubs

Local clubs Roslindale A C Fenwood A C Yorkes A C Fenway Prep football Clover A A seek games on Saturdays. They offer half or full expenses for squads of 12 to 18 players and list contact names and addresses in Roslindale Roxbury Jamaica Plain and Roxbury for 95 115 and 105 pound teams.

Roslindale A. C F. Richenburg Jones St Roslindale Fenwood A. C T. F. Maguire Huntington Ave Roxbury Yorkes A. C J. Williams Forbes St Jamaica Plain Fenway Preparatory J. McDonald St. Alphonsus St Clover A. A A. Rogers Magnolia

Tufts Prepares for Saturday Five Mile Cross Country Race

Tufts cross country runners logged a long run in preparation for Saturday's five mile race against Bowdoin in Medford. Five runners from each college will start. Joe Collins, a former East Boston lad, plays a strong, aggressive style for Notre Dame.

Tufts Bowdoin Medford Joe Collins East Boston Notre Dame

Tennis Finals Set at Jar vis Field Cambridge

Harvard hosts finals in singles and doubles. In singles Pearson defeated Cutting 6 2 2 6 6 4 to reach the final while Niles beat Howes 6 1 6 3. In doubles Dabney and Gardner beat Smith and Colwell 6 4 and Niles with Dana beat Henshaw and Pearson 6 2 6 2.

Harvard Jarvis Field Cambridge Nat Niles Pearson Niles Hoe Cutting Howes Dana Dabney Gardner Dabney and Smith Colwell Henshaw

Blackburn to Meet Memsic in 133 Pound Lightweight Clash

Philadelphia boxer Jack Blackburn signs to meet Chicago lightweight George Memsic at 133 pounds. Blackburn, unbeaten and color-barred top contender, plans to prove he can make 133 and disrupt the lightweight scene. Also notes Battling Nelson’s view and local boxing tournament entries.

Jack Blackburn Philadelphia George Meinsic Chicago Blackburn America Sam Langford Harry Lewis Jim Barry Terry Martin George Cole Dan Holly Joe Gans Larry Temple Jack Williams Memsic Nelson National A. C Jack Twin Sullivan Hart

Dorchester High Ends Fraser and McCarthy Shine in Meantime

Fraser and McCarthy are among the topnotchers for Dorchester High ends. Fraser nurses an injury but hopes to play soon, while McCarthy also shows strong form as the team pursues its upcoming game.

Fraser McCarthy Dorchester

Quincy High Defeats Melrose 11 0 in Tight Gridiron Win

Quincy High School beat Melrose High 11 to 0 in a hard fought game. Howe and R Bates led the ground game with Bates scoring the opening touchdown on a plunging drive. Carlson added the goal after a sequence of passes and runs.

Quincy Melrose High Howe R. Bates Melrose Bates Carlson

No Decision About League In Boston High School Meeting

An English High School gathering of headmasters and teachers discussed the Boston High School league. A test vote on abolishing the league was about even, with no final action taken. Next meeting expected to produce a decision amid ongoing postponements.

English High School Boston High School

Nelson Hails Eddie Murphy From Boston Ring Debut

Nelson praises Eddie Murphy of Boston as a standout despite the city’s small club presence. He notes Murphy’s speed courage and potential in the 138 pound class and future heavier weights, after a boxing stunt at the Old Howard and a subsequent appearance at the Armory A. A. with a strong crowd reaction.

Eddie Murphy South Boston Nelson Old Howard Boston The Armory A. A

What's the matter with the Charles bank gymnasium

Arthur Duffey laments the Charlesbank gym's decline from a bustling training hub to a six month a year facility. He recalls stars like Pooch Donovan Walter Christie Tom Keane and others and notes demand from Roslindale for a gym while praising Ralph Rose and fellow New York police athletes as world champions. He mentions the upcoming Princeton Dartmouth football game and Cy Young's philanthropy as contrasts to local sport issues.

Charlesbank Gymnasium America Bank Pooch’ Donovan Harvard Piper Donovan Walter Christie Tom Keane Watson Tom Burke Bernie Weters al Wright John Graham John Bowler Park Commissioners Roslindale Charlesbank Boston Ralph Rose Gotham New York Dick Sheldon Yale Rose Ralph London England John Flanagan Matt McGrath Martin Sheridan

Gridiron Gossip Highlights Eastern Football Buzz

Ernest Graves joins Harvard coaching staff as Brown seeks season finale opponent. Syracuse, Lafayette, and Navy studs top punters with Carlisle and Williams scoring pace. Yale remains unscored on, Princeton touts Syracuse praise, and Army Navy supply duty-linked absences. Maine Colby Bowdoin next in line with local league schedule. Pendleton eyed as referee for Harvard Brown clash.

Savannah Auto Races Attract New Entries For Thanksgiving

Five cars joined the light car race lineup ahead of the Savannah event on Thanksgiving Day. Buick Motor Company enters two Buicks while three Oldsmobiles join the field. Nov 1 closes entries for both the light car race and the grand prize. A new Itala driven by Piaenza with teammates Foursnier and Cagno enters the big race.

Savannah

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