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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1919
Page
16
Dartmouth backers favor a Green over maroon verdict with officials Ydeie O'Brien Fred Burleigh and George Brown. Army beats BC boosts cadets for Polo Grounds clash while Harvard Yale and Princeton speculations swirl around a possible Penn Princeton rematch. Tim Callahan’s return eyed for Maryland game.
The schedule lists Dartmouth at Braves Field on November 15 and Boston College events at Fenway Park including Brown and Holy Cross on the same day. Also Fenway hosts Boston College versus Rutgers and Georgetown. An athletic meet, the New England non distance running championship, is under St. Alphonsus A A and Thanksgiving Day.
New Haven Conn October 28 Jim Braden returned to practice after eye injury in the Boston College game and was assigned to second team fullback in a scrimmage to test the varsity defense.
Braden promoted to the varsity scores the day’s lone points after a fumble at the five. He and the defense dominate the scrimmage as Joe Neville and Jim Nevelle rotate at back and quarterback respectively. injuries thin the second string while Walker Acosta Dickens and others rest in the heat.
Harry Frazee looks to sell his baseball franchise as the nation’s wealth seeks a major investment. The question remains who can muster a million to acquire the aggregation amid a booming market.
Cambridge writers argue Harvard faces weaker opponents this fall with Yale Princeton and Dartmouth delivering less challenge. Colgate and Dartmouth are praised for tough schedules, while Harvard’s five major games leave the Crimson with a lighter path and possible cold reception from analysts.
The piece argues Harvard gained from weak opposition with easy scoring but compares Harvard Brown and Colgate Princeton games, noting Virginia as a fluke. It contends Yale also faced soft games while Harvard outpoints Yale in 1919 by one extra game and mid season Brown meeting, defending Harvard’s tougher schedule.
Cutey Spears appears to be capably filling and Cavanaugh's shoes at Hanover, taking over responsibilities and continuing the program's direction with steady leadership.
Captain Huston returns from Nova Scotia to mobilize forces for a coming assault on Ban Johnson and the American League majority vote. Johnson’s faction appears to hold the edge in voting power but Huston remains undaunted.
Cap Huston and Comiskey plot a major exchange between the White Sox and Red Sox with possible Yankees boosts. Rumors claim a big transfer could move Chicago stars to the Polo Grounds amid a bid to topple the Indians as Cleveland eyes the pennant. Johnson reportedly resists league authority while Huston and Comiskey target American League strength.
Wesleyan seeks its first defeat free season as Dr Fauver tunes the team for Saturdays big Williams game in Middletown. Harman expected to star in the backfield with a strong defensive line and enhanced offensive scrimmages planned. The college community backs the effort with daily singing cheering practice and a marching parade featuring the band and freshman unit.
The undefeated Roxbury eleven wants a challenging game on Saturday and will face Providence Steam Rollers Roslindale or any other strong independent New England team. Contact Billie Kenny at the St. Alphonsus Club Roxbury.
A tense rivalry unfolds as Harvard and the Blue push for top status. Coaches emphasize discipline, speed, and strategy as both teams seek momentum and early season dominance.
Hanover notes Dartmouth has not lost at home since 1905 except for a 16-10 Colgate victory. Dartmouth had a strong season with wins over Princeton and Brown and a 6-6 tie with Harvard. Former Green stars Glaze Main and McDevitt starred in the Colgate game alongside Castleman’s two touchdowns. Head Coach Fisher postponed practice at Harvard Stadium due to wet field conditions.
Hanover October 28 The Darthmouth football squad returned to heavy workouts after a day of rest. The practice included one of the longest sessions of the season with extended on field work and a 30 minute signaling drill in the baseball cage.
Coach Spears focused on plays for Dartmouth to use against the Maroon eleven as the team works on improving ball handling near the opponent’s goal. Eckberg nears full fitness after a dislocated shoulder and Cogswell Myers hope to be ready by week’s end.
Jack Dunn trained his Baltimore Orioles at home last spring and won the pennant in the International league. He plans no more home training and now seeks a position in the sunny Southland.
Babe Ruth gains lasting fame as a public icon with a cigar branded in his name. The piece notes his influence and the novelty of a product bearing his moniker.
Harvard coach will keep punters at the kicking game until distance and accuracy improve to match the Fisher machine. Field goals have been missed this season, so the team will focus on practice on soggy ground at Soldiers Field and lacrosse field, while preparing for Princeton and the following weekend’s game.
The Chicago White Sox will not undergo wholesale changes in the lineup during the winter season. Both Comiskey and Gleason deny rumors of large player releases and expect only small adjustments in the offseason.
Minor league club owners show strong interest in the upcoming national association meeting in Springfield Massachusetts. With rising prosperity in baseball, observers predict substantial business will be transacted at the gathering.
White Sox owner C A Comiskey ends hunting resort in Wisconsin and will spend most of the off season in Florida.
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