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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1897
Page
3
In Bridgeport 1200 fans saw Johnny Flaherty of Lowell clash with Danny McBride of New York in a fifteen round main event. McBride led on technique, but Flaherty rallied in round ten and the referee awarded the decision to Flaherty after an interference by McBride’s corner. Most observers felt McBride would have the edge without the stoppage.
Joe Walcott and Deeree Lavigne meet in a twenty round welterweight bout in San Francisco with a 136 pound weigh limit. Lavigne weighs 134, Walcott targets 136 and may hold an edge if Lavigne’s preparation lags. Boston A A event features fourteen three round bouts with several matchups and purses discussed.
A sprawling 1900s style recap reports on sailing yachts, golf and horse shows, league moves, trades, and upcoming events. It notes James Ryan and the Atlantic division registrations, the Sultana being outfitted for ocean travel, and various club and league maneuvers.
The Harvard Athletic Association held its annual fall handicap games on Holmes Field yesterday afternoon. Tom Burke failed to place in the sprint events while Dick Grant triumphed in a dramatic mile race. Morse dominated field events with wins in the high jump and low hurdles as Clark and Morse led the sprint and hurdles finals amid fog delaying the 220 final to today.
The concluding turf day at Combination Park Medford ended with near 200 pins in the final pace events. Ada P. and Trio battled to a dead heat in the 2:16 class while Baby Strathmore faltered late. Seven starters in the 2:2 pace saw Little Girl dominate from the front as Basil Muscovite and Unk. Martin also featured in close finishes. The Arlington Boat Club beat Newtowne Club in a 10-man bowling match by 135 pins.
Cambridge Manual begins its season against Brookline High at Charles River Park tomorrow afternoon. Cambridge is heavier and faster but will be without tackles Captain Marshall and Harris due to injuries. Brookline misses quarterback Dearborn, injured in the Boston Latin game. Brookline's lineup features Capelle Strickland Hazen Fox Fiske Dexter Parker and more.
Yale coaches acknowledge weakness behind new players Hine Marvin and Corwin, tried at back positions and light for roles. Cadwalader the guard recovers from a dislocated shoulder and continues training with the aim of playing in big games as coaches and trainers insist he will be fit.
The first eleven at Harvard conducted quiet signal practice behind the Soldiers Field bleachers ahead of a hard game with Cornell. Moulton Lawin Sullivan Parker Haughton and Warren featured in coaching while Boal hobbled after a twisted ankle. A freshman scraps game on the other field ended 4 to 0 for the scrub as Bull broke a 40 yard run.
The Mercantile League at Boylston alleys saw Dennison Manufacturing beat John P. Squire & Co. by over 100 pins while Clapp & Tilton defeated Boston Dry Goods by a margin of 1959. Metcalf led with a 610 three-string total. The scores follow.
Football column reviews upcoming games at Soldiers Field and Newton Centre. Mentions Holy Cross substitute quarterback Barry 98, discussion to abolish goal from a touchdown, Sockalexis to play with Detroit A C, and Dartmouth 1901 appointing Pingree as manager with Robinson as captain. Also notes Princeton Harvard Penn scores, and local notices for meting Newton A A and Hyde Park listings.
Moore and Wyman with Moses Williams Estate defeated their rivals at Clark's Alleys South Boston last evening by 8 and 8 pins in a match game. Farrell led the winners in both single and three string totals. George Nayson followed as next high scorer. The score:
New York observers react to the disappearance of the British steamer Antilla with all aboard feared lost. Officials and press track reports, seeking confirmation of the ship’s fate and any survivors amid uncertainty.
In Pittsburg on Oct 28 Silas Gray was pardoned from Western Penitentiary after fourteen years of a life sentence for a murder he did not commit. He nearly faced execution, and even kept a rope from the attempted hanging. The case parallels Luetgert with lacking corpus delicti evidence linking to Mary McCready who vanished in 1877 and was presumed murdered after a skull was found in the river.
The New England Cotton Manufacturers Association closed its sixty third semi annual meeting in Philadelphia after morning papers on frame spindle testing drying methods and carding. Professor William P. Wilson urged improved access to markets in Asia and Oceanica while noting slower gains in Mexico and South America due to banking, shipping, and local agency gaps.
A detailed account recounts Silas Gray’s 1882 murder conviction for Mrs. McCready, the later confession by Jack Pettiss, Pettiss’s suicide, and Governor Pattison’s commutation. New affidavits and pardons followed as doubts about Pettiss’s testimony emerged and the Board of Pardons granted Gray a life sentence.
The Los Angeles ward machine in the L A W campaign opposes Sterling Elliott for chief consul. A partial ticket of twenty representatives is being circulated among machine loyalists while the full slate of fifty nine remains uncast. This retreat signals a shift as the machine risks exposing its strength or weakness depending on how independents and regular nominees vote.
A quiet evening at 18 Pinckney Street honored Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Drew for their wedding anniversary and Mrs. Drew's birthday with a vocal and instrumental concert by Mr. Drew and Mrs. Edith Thomas. A collation followed, with guests including Mr. and Mrs. Charles Coburn and numerous local friends.
A humorous life quote contrasts charity with a wishful plan to travel to Europe if funds were available. The line highlights irony between generosity and personal whim.
New Orleans health officials report fifteen new yellow fever cases and five deaths today. The Board of Health confirmed the surge, outlining continued efforts to control the outbreak in the city.
George R. Bates of Portsmouth NH buys the schooner Concord from Klondike port. A Klondike expedition will follow Howard Blackburn origins with steam launch cooperative features. Salem buyers abandon sea voyage for an overland spring departure.
In Hartford on October 28 the New Magiend railroad held its annual meeting with only fifteen directors present and 248 stockholders voting 164 022 shares. The old board was unanimously reelected and President Clark spoke on dividends and the third rail system, urging winter tests before action. Directors later reappointed officers including President Charles P. Clark and Vice President Edward D. Robbins.
Former Massachusetts division chief consul Arthur W. Robinson tells a Postman he backs Sterling Elliott for chief consul. He cites Elliott’s past administration, support from those seeking to end old ring domination, and the need to restore harmony and prosperity after recent political setbacks.
President Potter on a fence-viewing trip advocates local option on Sunday racing within the League of American Wheelmen. He proposes the national body oppose Sunday racing at meets but allow districts to decide locally, hoping to unite East and West factions while preserving state rights to Sunday events.
The Bostonian Cycle Club hosts a hurdy gurdy party in Lincoln Hall Concord Street with a loud shirt contest judged by Ducker Peck and Kirk. Omaha withdraws from the next national meet. Indianapolis likely to host next year. Philadelphia riders lower the unpaced triplet mile record to 1 41 at Willow Grove. record may be invalid. A consular dinner planning meeting at the United States Hotel, Mattapan Road Club smoke talk, billiards exhibition, and music with clam chowder are announced. The second annual Boston century set for November 7 from Castle Square to Newburyport at 10 to 12 mph, with entries via Tremont Street. Renewal rules for L A W members and race board updates noted.
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