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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1912
Page
8
Harvard and Princeton prepare for a clash that could crown the 1912 title after Princeton rattled Dartmouth 22 to 7 and Harvard defeated Brown 30 to 10. The Tigers boast speed and drive with a light line and quick backs, while Harvard eyes a hard fought road to victory.
Harvard aims to avenge last year’s 8 to 6 loss as Princeton and Dartmouth recall heavy forward play in Cambridge. The article notes Princeton’s swift offense and Harvard’s balanced, fast defense while Dartmouth struggles with using raw power effectively against Princeton.
The bout between Battling Nelson and Matty Baldwin at Pilgrim A A is postponed as Nelson cannot appear due to urgent private business. Work on the bicycle track starts Wednesday, delaying the fight at the local club for at least two weeks.
Riverside Boat Club hosts an amateur tournament at Cyprus Hall Cambridge with 25 bouts across 105 116 125 and 135 lb classes. Officials include ref John Brassil Allan timer Frank McGrath judges Billy Quirk Eddie Hopkins.
With few other items on the docket, bids could be opened again to shape a fresh winter games schedule in the United States league.
Highest team three string total 1624 for Chauncy in the City League. Highest team single string 554 for Chauncy. Highest individual three string total 2206 by Holmes of Chauncy in the City League. Highest individual single string 2200 by Holmes of Chauncy.
The Davis Cup ties will be played November 28 to 30 in Melbourne Australia per London official advices. The British challenge team of Dixon Parke Lowe and Beamish has arrived in Melbourne for a month of practice as America will not be represented this year.
Tyrus Raymond Cobb of Royston Ga and later Detroit Mich says he will quit baseball unless President Frank Navin offers a three year contract at a minimum of 15000 dollars per year. The off season shift of allegiance shows the old star seeking more lucrative paths.
Princeton's confidence after the Dartmouth win is tempered by Harvard in the upcoming clash. Keene Fitzpatrick reports all players in good condition, aiding a Tigers squad showing notable snap and fitness from yesterday’s strong performance.
Princeton and Harvard lead the title hunt with Yale pressing hard in the race. Harvard crushed Brown 30 to 10 while Brown and Dartmouth met, Syracuse upset Michigan, Flynn of Yale shone, and upcoming Princeton clash looms with Brickyard Oscar Brickley named as a key threat for Princeton.
Press despatches from Michigan suggest Ty Cobb will join the Detroit American League club for three years with a record salary. Other players will seek raises, but overall baseball salaries may not rise much in 1913. Players doubt magnates will approve half pay for training trips as the players' union forms.
Tufts varsity football faces a grueling practice week to fix a weak center line and fragile punt handling after last Saturday’s loss to Wesleyan. Coach Whelan seeks a dramatic improvement or complete reorganization with Amherst Aggies next on the schedule.
By passing the buck along just a bit further the renowned department for canned N. L. managers may move up the line and initiate a full M edged major league team composed entirely of the same and all under the same tent.
Fragmentary notice notes uniform chemical character and care in spring time healing. Mentions rock water and convalescence quality. Indicates a home-bound topic or health advice feature in the issue.
Princeton prepares for a scrimmage tomorrow to sharpen tackling and reinforce the defense. Ed Trenkman returns to bolster the line while several end posts and guard positions are being contested as the Tigers sharpen for Harvard.
Bangor Maine October 27 reports indicate a solid deer season with shipments through Union Station totaling 360, ahead of last year. Moose numbers are down from last season yet hunters say moose are more plentiful than fall prior. Bear shipments exceed last year as successful women hunters increase in number. A notable trophy doe taken by Miss L C Douglass of South Portland in the Pitlock region highlights abundant game and lively hunting conditions.
The report notes five more G M C heavy duty trucks ordered for the New York branch by James Butler, bringing total in Butler’s fleet to 15 with the first installed in January 1910. It also covers Willys Overland finances, assets, and plans to list on the New York Stock Exchange.
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