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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1902
Page
10
San Francisco report notes a bad start to the season in Oakland with several rivals underperforming. The bold upset came as The Gaffer beat 60 to 1 shot Vassallo after a late surge. multiple injuries and jockey changes affected the program.
Roy Condie, a Salt Lake City fighter, pushes to box Montana lightweight champion Jack Wade. Condie claims he can go lower in weight and backers in Salt Lake and Butte would wager on him, despite previous failed attempts to secure a match. He says he may quit fighting but would accept a 20 round bout if Wade agrees.
New Orleans results list six races with winners and placings. Prowl, Barbara Frietitiehie, W H Dixon, Marie Hell, Piedrich, and Rean headlined six furlongs to one mile events with various times and margins.
Race by race weights and entries listed for today’s meetings. Horses include Heraldo Modder Mas terhee Woeful Ravena Ural Remora Eldred The Gaffer Atelox El Karn Mrs Mrnnell in first race. Prestolus Adirondack Mr Reina High Chanellor Sylvia Talbot in second. Young Moretto Niger Mission Rash Inco Cromwell Parnifal George Dewey Idato Chief Pat Morrissey Mellie Forrest Lodestar in third. Sixth race entries Silver Fizz Arenin Javator Formoero Bab Joe Riptow Showery and sloppy conditions noted.
Andy King, manager of the Anaconda Athletic Club, asks The Salt Lake Tribune to arrange a bout between the Phil Green and Silent Rowan winner in Salt Lake on February 14. He also offers to fight a 120 pound Northwest challenger, preferably Kid Oglesby, and requests a reasonable purse with a side bet.
Harry Levy also known as Red Levy and the plunger was remanded in the Central police court until Monday. He carried 341000 when arrested by Baltimore police seeking forgery charges. He claimed a California race winnings of 100000 but reportedly lost 59000.
The fourth round of the Monte Carlo international chess tournament continued with notable results. Marshall defeated Techigorin, Janowski beat Tarrasch, Teischmann prevailed over Gunsberg, Wolf defeated Mason, Pillsbury edged Popiel, Napier and Albin split points, Eisenberg beat Reggio, Marco defeated Mortimer, and Marcesy triumphed over Scheve.
Rochester N Y Feb 7 The relative position of the leaders in the six day walking match which closes tomorrow evening remains practically the same as yesterday Both men are in good condition and barring accident will finish as now placed Klubertang is making a strong bid for place.
In California in 1891 Jim Corbett and Peter Jackson contested a battle that lasted 61 rounds, ending in a draw. The match drew widespread attention for its marathon length and the endurance shown by both fighters.
Admiral and Mrs Schley traveled home today in a Southern Railway private car from Knoxville to Washington. They were greeted by a large crowd and farewelled by a local reception committee at the depot. An ovation continued in Asheville as the train halted briefly and the admiral spoke to the assembled people.
London report states Thomas Sidney Cooper, veteran Royal Academy exhibitor for 67 years, died at Vernon Holme Hardledown near Canterbury. The elder academician, born in 1503, had been ill for some time. the famed landscape painter passed away at his residence.
Olympia, February 7. L. G. Abbott, a veteran Northwest newspaper publisher, died this evening at age 73 after a brief illness. Abbott published the Pioneer and Democrat in the 1860s and brought the first printing press to the Northwest. He was a native of Michigan.
New York February report states Mrs Wallace Hunt died at her home in New Rochelle. The Tomorrow's Herald notes she was formerly Maria B Harpin of Buffalo.
Monte Carlo February 1 reports the seventh round results of the international chess tourney where play halted at the first adjournment. Strong contenders remained in contention as matches paused amid strategic maneuvers.
Madrid reports the death of Vice Admiral Jose Montijo the commander of the Spanish fleet at Manila. Rear Admiral Patricio Montijo is noted as the fleet commander in Manila.
Galveston Texas reports the death of Lieut. Edwin Jacobs U S N who was in charge of the hydrographic office there. The notice notes his service in the Navy and his role at the Galveston office.
A five team match is set for Sunday at Tolan's bowling alley with Anaconda teams competing. The Red Dogs have reorganized after a defeat to Standard and claim a $20 purse goes to the winner. Other squads include Printers, Business Men, Druggists and Blacksmiths.
Berlin reports the German foreign office states Germany could not take the initiative and must await others actions in response to Spain’s request for concerted powers. The reply was delivered orally by the German ambassador in Madrid and no further reply was deemed necessary.
Berlin Feb 7 Count von Buelow the imperial chancellor addressed a banquet of the German council of agriculture. He said he supported agriculture with his whole heart and that the emperor endorsed the national economic policy aimed at aiding farmers without harming others. He warned against excessive corn duties and stressed balanced, peaceable trade.
Dr Paul F Mande a widely known gynecologist in the United States and Europe died today at his New York City home. He was a native of Saxony and his career earned him international recognition.
The Butte Business College team defeated Dillon 6 to 3 in a lively second half clash. Miss Payne led Dillon with earlier standout plays while Miss Markle and Miss Lamont helped Dillon’s defense. The Butte squad, taller and quicker, controlled the second half as spectators cheered through a social evening of dancing after the final whistle.
Princess Henry and her children will remain at Darmstad as Prince Henry travels in the United States this month.
A large crowd watched the Thorntons defeat Silver Bowl in three straight games in a bowling series at Thornton hotel. Individual scores included Sheehan 204 and McKinley 203 for Thorntons and Todd 201, Barker 192 for Silver Bowl. The meet featured an exhibition pool display by W. W. King, who claimed 100 balls with opponents scoring six. King plans a future match with Egstrom for a large purse.
New York reports over 1400 invitations issued for a press dinner honoring Prince Henry with toasts by notable editors and officials. The presentation of the freedom of the city to the prince was moved to February 2, aligning with the Kaiser's yacht Meteor construction progressing at Coney Island yard.
Prince Henry of Prussia wishes to honor President Lincoln by placing a wreath on the Lincoln Park monument during his Chicago visit. He conveyed the wish to Dr A H Weaver, the imperial German consul, and to the reception committee. Plans call for imposing ceremonies surrounding the event.
General orders issued from the New York naval militia designate the first and second battalions to guard the President and Prince Henry of Prussia at the Meteor launch on February 3. Commander R P Forshay of the second battalion is officer of the day and Commander W 3B Franklin officer of the guard.
Rear Admiral Sampson's counsel filed a brief with President Roosevelt asserting he commanded the American line at Santiago. The document disputes Schley's claim to supreme command and requests full access to evidence presented to the court. Roosevelt will review the matter with Schley's appeal and the navy department's comments. decision pending Roosevelt's Charleston return.
Annapolis news reports the house of delegates, suspending rules, approving a 5000 dollar appropriation to place a bronze bust of Rear Admiral Schley in the state building. It also accepts a Senate joint resolution urging Congress to secure early passage of a joint resolution thanking Schley for his services at the Battle of Santiago Bay.
Washington reports Private M. McKenzie died at Tacloban on February 1 from a liver ailment contracted during the march with Walter on Samar island. The death is confirmed by a navy department cablegram.
Washington February 7 Senate committee on public buildings and grounds reported favorably several measures. The report mentions New Orleans and Ogden Utah and a figure of 31 250.0 in relation to one bill, with Leon referenced as part of the discussion.
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