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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1906
Page
8
Captain H. M. Goldsmith of Cambridge says his crew will win with a slim finish margin. He cites a possible 37 stroke start and 34 overall average, noting Harvard lacked speed at the end of its four mile trials.
Referee R C Lehmann says the race will be exceedingly close and notes two crews are evenly matched. He warned to expect a tight finish as the event unfolds.
London reports Captain Frank Bed dington a rowing authority says Harvard should win the Harvard Cambridge Thames race. He cites Harvard’s longer stroke and legs, lighter coxswain, modern equipment, and near record trial time. Cambridge supposedly relies on shorter strokes and greater swing. Bed dington favors Harvard but acknowledges individual grit could alter outcome.
The best course records over the Putney to Mortlake course were set by Oxford in 1893 and Cambridge in 1900 at 18 minutes 47 seconds. Since 1829 the annual Oxford Cambridge races have produced 34 wins for Oxford and 27 for Cambridge in 62 races with one dead heat in 1877. Last year Cambridge won by 20 lengths in 19 minutes 26 seconds.
Captain Filley declined to name a winner but stated Harvard will do its best. He said the crew is in good condition and fit for a hard race after today’s practice in Putney England.
Putney England September seventh Harvard and Cambridge crews held light practice before the race in front of thousands. Cambridge showed slightly better form while both teams appeared fit. Ticket scramble for finish viewing from Barnes bridge and Mortlake trains to shuttle spectators. Official bets favor Cambridge but American money narrows the gap. Crew weights and heights show balanced matchups with Harvard slightly taller on average. Captain Filley favors American blades over Ayling's English oars. Flags will mark the course and a new or potential record awaits a 3 minute mile.
The article reports split times for Harvard and Cambridge at Hammer Smith Bridge Chiswick Steps Barnes Bridge and finish with expert and official forecasts. It quotes Dr Goldsmith Cambridge president predicting a close finish with Harvard favored for overall strength and notes potential impact on future English boat design including swivel oarlocks and weight differences between shells. Ambassador Reid sails with Harvard Cambridge crew members aboard a launch. post race coverage and pictures promised.
At Charter Oak Park Hartford James Carpenter driving Budd was fined 100 dollars for not trying to win the last heat in the 2 17 trot. My Star lost to Argot Boy in the 2 09 pace and Dr Chase placed third to India and Jessie Benyon.
The Harvard men are in top form and heavier on average than Cambridge. Harvard crews average 176.2 pounds per man versus 173.8 for Cambridge, and Harvard shell is lighter by 15.5 pounds despite a heavier coxswain by 20 pounds. Experts say this could help Harvard, with many Americans in attendance and the Harvard cheer likely to echo along the Thames tomorrow.
Nealon driven to win the turf handicap at one mile and a quarter at Sheepshead Bay today. Logistilla, the favorite, finished third with outcome second. Nealon clocked a new track record for the distance of 2 05 3 5, beating the 1901 best by 3 fifths of a second.
At Sha Girt New Jersey on September 7 the National individual match's first day completed with leaders Dil lon 139, Graham 139, Baptist 138. Brass of Montana 139? (text shows 199 likely error). Massachusetts men tetts 135 and Wise 134. Remaining stages include 800 yards, skirmish and 1000 yards.
The national track and field championship at Travers Island opens with junior events. H. A. Gidney of Somerville wins the running high jump at 6 feet 10½ inches. Other results include T. Cro nin second in the broad jump and R. I. Young winning the 100 yards. Team trophy leads go to Irish American AC with New York AC close behind.
Old scroll ad touts Palmo Tablets as a cure for weakened nerves from overwork and dissipation. It claims energy, muscle solidness, and a clear brain with better sleep and quick step, pricing 60 cents a box or 12 boxes for five dollars with a refund if no cure. Multiple local sellers listed in Cleveland and surrounding streets.
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