Wolgast to give Rivers a chance in July clash
Ad Wolgast, former lightweight champion, returns in a July 4 Los Angeles title bout with Joe Rivers. The 20 round duel offers Wolgast $15 000 and Rivers $7 500, with Rivers pressing hard to exploit any stomach weakness post appendix operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tommy Clark
Ad Wolgast
Joe Rivers
Los Angeles
Cal
Rivers
Jack Johnson
Jim Flynn
Las Vegas
N. M
Wolgast
Johnny Kilbane
Kilbane
Mat
Tommy Gary
Chicago
Fesk
Rivera
Nelson
Cadillac Boy
Speaker Aims at Batting Crown in American League
Boston outfielder Tris Speaker declares for the batting title as Ty Cobb of Detroit and Joe Jackson of Cleveland contend the honors belong to one of them. Speaker says they must prove themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Cobb
Tris Speaker
Boston Red Sox
Ty Cobb
Detroit
Joe Jackson
Cleveland
Speaker
Rector In Training Aims for Olympic Team
James A. Rector the Virginia sprint marvel now living in St. Louis will try out for the American Olympic team at Chicago on June 8. Reports vary on whether the star can regain his old form, with some saying he is back to his peak speed and others doubting a return to his dime style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James A
Jimmy) Rector
Virginia
St. Louis
Rector
Chicago
Fans Should Remember This Umpire Judgment Proximity Thought
A historical note urges fans to recall that critics who fault umpires over minor calls should respect that a referee’s judgment equals theirs and that he is closer to the action.
Minor Leaguer Demands Cash From Browns Owner
A reserve minor leaguer to the 8 Louis Browns wrote asking for $400 before the season opens. Owner Hedges replied offering $4,000 and 10 percent interest to raise it. The incident is closed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Browns
Hedges
Outfielders Lead Off In Both Leagues
Eight lead off men in the American League include seven outfielders with Butcher Graney Vitt Lord Milan Shotten Hooper Walter and Chicago’s only infielder. In the National League Evers Huggins Sweeney Knabe are second basemen while Bescher Devore and Moran head the outfield off leads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butcher
Huggins
St. Louis
Sweeney
Boston
Knabe
Philadelphia
Byrne
Pittsburgh
Bescher
Devore
Moran
O Day Aims High With Reds New Leader Picks Up Two Promising Players
O Day may succeed with Cincinnati as Hank O Day inherits a refilled roster. The Reds gain Jimmy Esmond as a star shortstop and Benton a capable left handed pitcher, strengthening the team after Clark Griffith’s late season presence. O Day’s leadership appears well supported by the improved lineup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rede
Hank O'Day
Cincinnati
Reds
Jimmy Esmond
Benton
Clark Griffith
O'Day
Strunk A Speedy Boy Outfielder for Athletics
Amos Strank, outfielder for the Athletics, is highlighted as one of the fastest men in the American League. He has developed under Bris Lord's absence and may become the regular left fielder before midseason as Mack has nurtured his potential for several years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athletics
Amos Strank
Bris Lord
Mack
Coast to Coast Walk Planned by Hayes and Murphy
Willie Hayes brother of Johnny and Sergeant Julian W Murphy of the coast artillery plan a cross country walk from New York to San Francisco. They will travel in heavy uniform and cook their own meals. Start is set for May 20 with an expected coast arrival on October 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie Hayes
Johnny
Julian W. Murphy
Coast Artillery
New York
San Francisco
Concord High School Class Day 1912 Ends with Dance
The Concord High School class day celebrated with decorations in purple and gold, a dramatic prophecy and will, and a public dance at Ea ton hall. Notable participants included Francis Sargent, Gladys MacGregor, Ruth Sherman, and Arthur Goding, with music by Harry B. Brigham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eaton Hall
Concord High School
Thomas Ryan
Francis Sargent
Robert MacKenzie
Charles Rocks
Annie Nagle
Priscilla Wheeler
Florenc Henry
Mary McManus
Arthur Goding
Florence Hubbard
Gladys MacGregor
Walter Wood
A. Hardy Payson
Ruth Sherman
Fred Adams
Anna Nagle
Margaret Brennan
Caroline Kingman
Charles B. Johnson, Jr
Harold Merriam
Florence Henry
James Hayes
Walter Upham
Harold Judkins
Harold Richardson
Harry B. Brigham
Orchestra of
Marlboro
Richard F. Wood
Annie B. C. Fisher
Walters. Wood
Minnie ©. Coolidge
Josephine Potter
Surprise Gift for Miss Coolidge from Senior Class
Miss Minnie E Coolidge was invited to chaperon a party of about 50 seniors and friends who rode barges to the Frank Wheeler home on the Fitchburg Turnpike Saturday evening. The event featured games dancing and a presentation of a silver sandwich dish as a memento from the graduating class.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnie E. Coolidge
Frank Wheeler
Fitchburg
Miss Fisher
Wheeler
Priscilla Wheeler
Florence Henry
Miss Coolidge
Bella
High School Pupils Share Gratitude for Gift
Miss Coolidge expressed heartfelt thanks for a beautiful gift amid a evening of good times. Refreshments of ices and cake followed as the event continued past 11 o clock before students headed home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Coolidge
Roosevelt Double With Mass Delegation Stirs 1908 Convention
Despatch from Chicago reports Col Roosevelt has a double in John M. Keyes of Concord guiding Massachusetts delegates. Keyes spoke to 300 in Springfield from a baggage truck, mimicking Roosevelt and drawing cheers. He carried a carved silver tipped “big stick” from North Bridge wood, with plans Teddy may receive it.
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Teddy
Associated Press
Chicago
Col. Roosevelt
John M. Keyes
Concord
T. R
Mr. Keyes
North Bridge
Taft
Mr. Roosevelt
Keyes
Judge Keyes
Abraham Lincoln
Memorial Service Held by Concord Lodge and Friends
A memorial service followed a grave decoration by Concord lodge I Co O and F Willow Rebekah lodge. About 75 members marched from their hall to Union church at the Junction for an evening memoriam with a sermon and special musical program prepared by Pastor Adams and his parish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Church
Adams
First Mass for Rev. Richard Powers in St Bernard’s
Concord native Richard Powers celebrates his first mass at St. Bernard’s church on Sunday at 10 15. The Bedford born priest, graduate of Concord high school class of 1903, Harvard, Rome studies, and Brighton seminary, was ordained recently and enjoys wide support from local friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Powers
Bedford
Concord
St. Bernard's Church
Fr. Powers
Martin Powers
Wedford St
Harvard College
Rome
Brighton
Powers
Concord to Meet Acme A A in Saturday Showdown
Manager Al Wilson of Concord secures Acme A A of Jamaica Plain for Saturday. Linberg, formerly with Lincoln, captains the Jamaica Plain team which recently beat Fitchburg 7 to 0 and has defeated other strong sides. A large crowd is expected as Concord faces a tough test.
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Wilson
Jamaica Plain
Linberg
al Wilson
Concord
Acme A. A
Fitchburg
Lincoln
Strawberry festival and entertainment at Littleton church
Congregational church youths hosted a strawberry festival with piano solos, duets, a male quartet, recitations, and readings attracting about 100 attendees. Several locals and visitors are noted for vacations, visits, or upcoming events as community life continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congregational Church
Grace Needham
Perley Smith
Ela Schnab
Miss Needham
Cook
Hill
Dodds
Sudbury Notes on Bunker Hill Day Festivities and Local News
The Sons of Veterans attended Charlestown Bunker Hill Day celebrations. Mr and Mrs George Hyde of Wolaston and family guests of D Perry over Sunday. S D Perry bought the Great Pond camp, formerly Fred Sheffield. Mrs D R Dean visited son Charles in Northampton. Sudbury Grange hosted a town hall dance with Colonial orchestra of Waltham last Friday from 8 to 12. Invitations sent for the class of 1912 reception Friday in the town hall. Miss Alice Hosmer at home for school vacation. Frances and Alice Bent visiting F E Bent this summer. Mr and Mrs Taylor spent Sunday with her parents.
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Grace Needham
Marion Prouty
Ida Dow
Boston
Carlton Needham
Herbert Prouty
Guy Green
Belfast
Miss Chase
Miss Larkin
Helen ‘Chase
Lynn
N. H. Whitcomb
Elizabeth Smith
Abby McNiff
Cora Warren
Marion Flagg
Esther McEnnis
Lucy
Emily Adams
Hattie Shafter
Littleton
Hugh McDonald
Catholic Society
Emma Byam
Cambridge
Foster St. Chester
Sons of Veterans
Charlestown
Bunker Hill
George Hyde
Wollaston
D. R. Dean
Charles
Northampton
Sudbury Grange
Town Hall
Colonial Orchestra
Waltham
Alice Hosmer
Frances
Alice Bent
F. E. Bent
Mrs. Taylor
Card of Thanks from Mrs Hill and Family
Concord Junction expresses heartfelt thanks to all who assisted during illness and death. Grateful for kind words and acts, memories treasured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Hill
Woman’s Relief corps observes Flag Day in Cambridge
Mrs Angie Knowlton visits at her brother Geo W Wheeler’s home in Cambridge. Mrs Fred S Mead visits C G Durkee’s home during the Isaac Davis Woman’s Relief corps 62 meeting observed Flag Day June 17. A short sketch of Clara Barton’s life follows the regular order work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Angie Knowlton
Geo. W. Wheeler
Cambridge
Fred S. Mead
C. G. Durkee
Isaac Davis
Woman's Relief Corps 62
Clara Barton
Reading and Flag Selections Highlight Evening Event
A group held an evening gathering where several flag related selections were read by members. Light refreshments and fruit punch followed, and attendees described the evening as delightful.
Wells Drive for State House Water Supply in Boston
Hanscom Construction Co of Boston has drilled ten wells on R G Reed land delivering good quality water to the state house for inspection. Each well tested around 75 gallons per minute and all ten are linked to a large pump with a steam boiler. The system will run day and night for a week or more to confirm supply, with about ten more wells planned to reach a twenty well capacity for the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanscom Construction Co
Boston
R. G. Reed
State House
Obedient Eagle Dies After 46 Years in Essex Captivity
A female golden eagle held in Maldon for 46 years has died. Captured in Leadenhall market, she bred several times, once sitting on hen eggs and hatching four young, though most years the hatchlings were eaten. The report comes from the Dun dee Courier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maldon
Essex
Leadenhall Market
Dundee Courier
Exigencies of Art and Moments of Stage Comedy
Excerpt describes Richard Mansfield reacting to a liminal moment during Beau Brummel rehearsals a dramatic cue prompting a burst of anger as he demands a chord to anchor his foot. The passage includes a quote about putting his foot down and notes the ensuing stage action and musicians joining in. The text also offers aphorisms about light from the observer's soul and progress tied to ideals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Mansfield
Mansfield
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American Press Association
Gram
C. H
Concord Lodge
I Co. O& F
Willow Rebekah Lodge
St. Bernard's
Mandolin Club
Sue Parker
Baptist Church
West Acton
R. N. Hudspeth
Lexington Rd
Ernest Renyard
Maynard
National Express Co
Viola Foss
Ruth
Lexington St
William Brennan
Thoreau St
of Women’s
Wallace
Percale
Idea
Big Dry Goods Dept Store
Moody St
Lawrence Academy
Harry Nye
Taunton
James T. Berry
Nashua
N. H
F. B. Priest
Unitarian Church
Maine
Sudbury
Concord Junction
Emerson
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