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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1917
Page
7
The Browns defeated the Red Sox 2 to 1 in a soggy afternoon game. Despite rain nearly delaying the contest, Cleveland kept playing and beat Boston, ending the soggy duel on the road.
American pairings: St Louis at Boston, Chicago at New York, Detroit at Philadelphia, Cleveland at Washington. National slate includes Boston at Chicago, Brooklyn at Pittsburg, New York at Cincinnati, Philadelphia at St Louis.
In the Chicago Cincinnati game on September 12 the young son of Cubs figure Larry Doyle was struck in the head by a foul ball while sitting on the Chicago players bench. He was knocked unconscious and taken to the clubhouse where he was revived after some delay.
The Browns handed Carl Mays a loss while Sotheron pitched a classy game. Boston scored first on a Walker base reach and a sequence that scored him, then added two more runs in the sixth via a double steal and a single. Final 2-0 with St Louis to face Boston in a doubleheader this afternoon as series closes.
Brooklyn wins the second game of the series 4 to 1 in Pittsburgh. Steele held the Pirates hitless until the fifth inning, then two hits and four walks produced two runs. Bigbee hit a three-base shot for Pittsburgh, while Myers and Cutshaw contributed for Brooklyn.
Everett High and English High prepare for a half holiday football clash this afternoon. The programs include several attractions as local fans pack the afternoon.
The article previews openers for Dorchester High versus South Boston High at Lincoln Field and English High against Medford, plus Boston Latin hosting Groton, Milton Academy facing Peabody, Framingham High at Waltham, and Haverhill’s test against Everett as local programs aim to gauge strength this fall.
The Brockton Fair horse show next week already lists 935 entries, surpassing last year. Entries come from the eastern states and as far as Illinois with 28 jumper entries, 24 hackney pony entries, and doubles in the harness class. Five four in hands and various coach classes reflect a busy lineup.
One more preliminary round match in Class A of the annual championship men’s singles event will be played this afternoon. The first two Class B matches are scheduled for today.
The piece argues Frazee’s refusal of a post season series was prudent, cites money concerns, praises possible Red Cross charity games, and predicts Comiskey may handle World Series money differently. It notes Buck Weaver and Joe Jackson in an all star game, then previews Clark Griffith's visit, Benny Leonard, and cross country notes. It closes with Boston College Norwich football season start and Yale football status.
President H H Frazee informs President Haughton that Boston fans show little demand for a Boston Braves city series. He notes the Red Sox aim for a world series and oppose a side attraction, citing their recent championships and fan interest. He hopes to meet the Braves in a world series next season.
The text asks how many straight games the Giants won last season and includes fragmented notes on sports records, dates, and pennant history with references to Ty Cobb and Clarence Rowland. It weaves in erroneous dates and unrelated inquiries about pennants and a long distance race, lacking a coherent single event.
Bush shines with four singles and a hit by pitch as Detroit defeats Philadelphia 6 to 1. Cobb steals two bases but is caught at second and home. McAvoy hits a home run for Philadelphia.
Chicago dispatch reports Ed Konetchy, first baseman and relief manager of the Braves, to lead the St. Louis Cardinals next season. Miller Huggins to head the New York Americans, with a signed deal for a month. Konetchy and Stallings returned to the Braves but stay mum on plans. Koney returns home for rest as wrist injury ends his season.
Irish heavyweight Bill Brennan of Mayo lore meets Battling Le vinsky Tuesday night after boasting 41 knockouts in 54 fights and a New York kayo of Jack Clifford. Brennan, 6 ft 1 in, 210 pounds, started in 1914 and has 25 KOs in the last 18 months, surpassing previous heavyweight records.
Boston College launches its football season on Alumni Field with Norwich University as the opener. Coach Charley Brickley relies on a fast backfield led by Fitzpatrick White and Hannon, with Dee at quarterback and a strong line to back them.
A two-ball foursome match at Lexington Golf Club this afternoon follows the sixth round of the trophy tournament a handicap medal event at Arlmont Golf Club in Arlington Heights.
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