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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1917
Page
8
The Indians visit for a two game set led by Tris Speaker while Covaleskie and Jim Bagby duel with Boston. Babe Ruth powered past the White Sox delivering a 3 to 0 loss, extending his team’s win streak and dropping Chicago further in the standings.
Boston defeats Chicago 6 to 3 as Lewis and Gainer drive early runs. Lefty Russell suffers first loss to Boston this year before Williams relieves. Elks of Boston Lodge invited to Fenway to watch the Boston Cleveland matchup with music and Elks talent between innings. About 1500 Elks expected. Cooney and Lewis contribute two base hits. attendance listed at 2254.
The murder trial of Dan Shay former manager of the Milwaukee American Association club for the death of Clarence Buell a Negro waiter was delayed until October 2 due to an attorney's illness preventing a start in Indianapolis.
Matchups list for Cleveland at Boston Detroit at New York St. Louis at Philadelphia Chicago at Washington Boston at Cincinnati Brooklyn at Chicago New York at St. Louis Philadelphia at Pittsburg played in two leagues. The schedule reflects cross league pairings among major teams.
Somerville High School resumes football after a June removal. A monster petition with about 2000 citizens and 700 pupils led the Somerville board at City Hall to vote for recommencement. Candidates will be called immediately and a schedule is to be arranged.
The notice urges immediate purchase of the Hudson Super-Six to lock in current prices before shortages raise costs. With many makers increasing prices, Hudson remains comparatively affordable, and dealers report exhausted allotments and imminent final shipment dates.行动
The piece notes Eddie Cicotte likely to stop the Giants in key games while Ernie Shore gives the edge to the Giants. It mentions coach Martin Delaney turning out athletic champions and Eddie Collins Buck Weaver praising Jack Barry. It also covers McGrath’s near world record, Lee Fohl bringing 22 Indians, and Fordham Colgate Boston College open dates on October 6.
The notice asks about forming a 16 to 19 year old relay team for Brockton Fair races and how to enter plus prizes. Horace Keith at 26 Pinkham Street Brockton offers full details. It also notes no firm decision on an intercity Braves vs Red Sox series and whether Joe Wood will appear with Cleveland during their visit remains doubtful.
Cleveland wins 5–4 in Philadelphia to extend its streak to 10. Chapman's base stealing spree, including a steal of home, provides the lone highlight as Cleveland plate two runs in the first and adds three in the eighth. Chapman tallies three steals, with Harris, Evans, Witt driving runs. Schang homers for Philadelphia.
Charley Deal delivered a crucial three bagger in the eighth as Chicago edged Brooklyn 4 to 2. The Cubs rallied with five hits in the final frame after the tie, with Deal driving in two runs to seal the win. Vaughn struggled early but settled in, while Hendryx and Smith limited Brooklyn after the seventh.
The track team opened with 24 men turning out on the cinders. Freshmen asked questions while sophomores prepare for the annual field day. Cross country runners trained all summer and plan a hare and hounds run at Newton. Coach Kanaly, busy with calisthenics for 600 government school cadets, expects to form competitive teams.
The New England Fox Hunters' Club begins its fox hunting season on Monday October 1 with Lexington hunters planning to run red foxes for the first time this fall. The club’s annual fall meet will be at Hast Pepperell on October 23 30 31 and November 1 2 3.
Detroit split a doubleheader with Washington in the season finale, winning game one 8 to 3 and dropping game two 2 to 0. Cobb led Detroit with four hits and four stolen bases, while Shaw held Washington hitless until the ninth in game two.
New Orleans officials report the Federal district appeal board granted Pete Herman world bantamweight champion until November 15 to report for duty with the national army. Herman seeks to accept offers of six thousand dollars for title bouts to support his aged parents.
Boston College opened tryouts as coach Charley Brickley welcomed several newcomer stars including Hannon Bond and Connors to vie for spots on the Maroon and Gold. The session featured extended line work and a long kicking and signal drill with special attention to Fitzpatrick, Moore, and Corrigan.
Philadelphia defeats Pittsburg 2 to 0 as Bender holds the Pirates and delivers two runs for the Phillies. The win leaves Pittsburgh out of title contention after New York beat St. Louis.
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