Moquette Ronps Home Winner In Jacksonvill e Sprint
At Jacksonville Florida on February results show Altadena and Jack Atkin as winners in a strong card. Jack Atkin carried 140 pounds to beat John Griffin II and Booger Red in the Moncrief Special sprint. Maquette surprised with 16 to 1 in the fifth race while Lanegan piloted Moquette. Weather mild. crowd large.
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Jacksonville
Fla
Moherief Park
Altadena
Jack Atkin
John Griffon II
Booger Red
Madinas
Nocel
Ilanette
Rusticana
Traxler
Chess
Valerie
Flora Bryan
Demoness
Lydia Lee
Valena
Doris Ward
Arrowlike
Miss Hiclens
Grana Peggy
Fair Lillian
Blue Mouse
Collis Ormsby
Howard
Vreeland
Butwell
Allan Fearn
Reta
Frank G. Hogan
Jessica
Magdalene
Queen's Song
Voltaire
Harold J
Powers
Henry Crosscaddin
Burns
ML J. Whaler
Miss Herbert
Manheimer
Waterbury
Euataclan
Mozart
Horace HE
Ruble
Schleawig
Sir Vagrant
C. Clamp
Low Heart
Burgell
John Griffon
Nicol
Mouette
Lanegan
Tod
Ed Honesty
Goldstein
Nethermost
Dr. Helnberg
Dey Bultman
Cormonius
Ing
Avondale
iFteidy
Folly Lee
Dewald
Eva ‘Tanguay
San Gil
Ley
Grex Ren
Belle Scott
Daverport
Merry Gift
Henry
Changes in National Announced by Lynch
New York February Thomas J. Lynch president of the National League announced contracts and releases involving Boston New York Cincinnati St. Louis and Omaha. The scroll lists players such as Fred Beck Beals Becker Charles Brown Gustave Gotz George Graham and others with details of moves between leagues and teams.
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New York
Thomas J. Lynch
National League
Boston
Fred T. Beck
Beals Becker
Charles E. Brown
Gustave Gotz
George F. Graham
J. Herbert Moran
Forest ‘T. More
William Raridan
Lewis
Richie
David S Shean
Harry Smith
Kirk White
Meldon Wolfgang
Ralph Bella
H. Bridwell
H. L. Buck
Larry Doyle
Arthur Fletcher
Omaha
James J. Kane
Cincinnati
St. Louis
Frank Corridon
Miller J. Hugging
B. T. Oakes
Fred L. Beebe
Alan M. Storke
Nelson Wolgast referee chosen for title fight
Eddie Smith of Oakland was picked to referee the Nelson versus Wolgast bout after a conference between Nelsons manager and Wolgast’s camp. The decision was announced from Oakland on February 8.
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Oakland
Cal
Eddie” Smith
Battling Nelson
Ad Wolgast
Nelson
Wolgast
Smith
West West Welterweight Bout Draws In Atlanta Card
New York welterweight West fought local Al Christensen to a ten round draw at Armory hall in Atlanta. West impressed fans with fast punches and power from both hands and earned a shot at Jack Robinson at Monroe Athletic Club Thursday night. Preliminary bouts opened a strong card despite one fading early and an uneven second.
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Jack
Robinson
New York
Atlanta
West
Monroy
Wilk
Guy Buckles
New Orleans
Hilly West
Armory Hall
al Christensen
Christensen
Allenee
Fang
Tne
Jack Robinson
Monroe Athletic Club
Martin Monroe Here Looking For Bouts In Atlanta
New York light heavyweight Martin Monroe is in Atlanta seeking bouts. He is not related to George Monroe but is a friend of the local fighter and will be matched by him soon. Rumor says Monroe may meet Mike Knockemoffski, promising a lively ring fight for local fans.
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Martin Monroe
New York
Atlanta
George Monroe
Monroe
Mike Knockemoffski
Monroa
Wilson Signs With Pirates in Pittsburgh Area
Pittabure reports J Owen Wilson, Pittabure's right fielder, has signed his contract for the season. The agreement arrived without letter or comment. Relph Cutting, former Brockton player in the New England League, has joined the pitching staff at South Austin, Texas, as another addition.
Sewanee Five to Play Atlanta Athletic Club Saturday
The Sewanee basketball team led by Browne Lanier Meyers Faulkinberry and others will face the Atlanta Athletic Club five at the club gym Saturday night. Clubmen aim to rebound from a heavy loss to Columbus and contest should be even as they regain form through hard practice and experience.
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Sewanee
Browne, Lanier
Meyers
Faulkinberry
Atlanta Athetic Club
Columbus
Japanese Nine to Play American Teams in Detroit Rally
Detroit club manager Hugh Jennings seeks league permission to bring Japanese team to Detroit. Charles McCarthy of Keele University in Tokyo requests approval for a rally event linking Japanese players with American league teams.
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Detroit, Mich
Hugh Jennings
Detroit Americans
Geach Charles McCarthy
Keele Univ
Toki
Japan
Amerleague
Bley! ‘Dames
A Remarkable Catarrh Cure Promises Relief
A new Eclipse Catarrh Cure claims strong testimonials and permanent relief for catarrh. The vegetable remedy is praised for cleansing air passages and aiding delicate membranes. A Florida reader reports ear discharge and tearing improving after days of use and plans continued treatment. An introductory week trial costs 25 cents, with a full package available for $1.00. Eclipse Medicine and Manufacturing Co. Atlanta, Ga.
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R.A. Wear
Ozona
Fla
Eclipse Medicine and Manufacturing CO
Atlanta
Muller Sells Stock in Manufacturing Firm to Charles Krueger
George W. Muller announces he has sold his stock in the George W. Muller Manufacturing Company to Charles Krueger. Muller, formerly organizer and president, led travel, design, and contracts, and now offers services in overhauling bank buildings, book fixtures, and fine furniture from his English American Building offices in Atlanta Georgia.
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George W. Muller
George W. Muller Manufacturing Company
Charles Krueger
Phono
Atlante
Amendment forces are strengthened in Alabama race
Charles Henderson, who withdrew from the race for governor, endorsed H M Mallory for governor and pledged to back Henderson ally Selma’s amendment leader. A conference of Mallory’s supporters drew forty counties and encouraged his candidacy. Colonel Emmett O Nea l predicted Henderson’s retirement aids his bid and planned to open headquarters in Montgomery and Birmingham.
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Montgomery
Ale
Troy
Charles Henderson
D. Mallory
Selma
Henderson
Mallory
Emmett O'Neal
Handerson
Birmingham
Hunters Ban and Old Roman Are Great in Helens Ark
February reports from Helens Arkansas describe local huntsmen banding together. The era’s leaders, BL B Johnson and G A Comiskey of the Chicago Americans, are noted as presiding over a yacht event, with boats and fishing gear aboard.
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Ban
Kling Wants To Play For No Remuneration
Wansau City February 8 1910 John Kling says if President Murphy grants release after the season he would play for the Chicago Cubs for nothing. He notes an absolute release would mean 15000 but doubts it will happen and expects a trade if reinstated. Cincinnati February 8 1910 Joseph Flanner named to investigate John Kling hold out and dealings with alleged outlaws. He will report to the national commission for a decision.
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Wansau City
Murphy
Chicago ‘Cubs
John Kling
Kling
Cincinnati
Ohio
Joseph Flanner
American League
National Commission
John King
Flanner
Lat Aason
Tampa racing results and entries headline heavy favorites
In Tampa Florida on February 8 heavy betting favored Baby Willie and La Reine Hindoo amid warm weather. Race summaries detail winners and times for six events, with full entries listed for today’s card including Mrs. Carter, Barnace, Uncle Jim, and Beth Goodwin among others.
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Tampa
Fla
Baby Willie
Lottie Carr
LaReing Hindon
Jacksonville
Upton
Lottle Carr
Pp. Martin
Convilie
Ervin
Tom
Caltho
Halifax
Okenlie
Our Nugect
Steinharde
Temper
T. Koerner
Grunewald
Franklin
Ramon Carona
Creuse
Brookline
Lady Helen
Phoronis
Nettie Carita
Id. Murphy
Bronte
John Garner
D. Murphy
Lucullus
Uraile
Jon Gaitens
Billie Hibbs
Lewis
Craigtoness
Escutch~ean
Mathews
Ronnie Bee
Wight Blue
Colonel Zach
Bill Cowden
Selting
Furtones
Grace Kimball
Lovell
Cesa
Brannon
Judge Saufley
Fintey
Mrs. Carter
Blanche Ring
Orella
M. Debee
Alcazar
Good Acre
Td Fist
xRose McGen xCrow Robb
Irvin D. Diges
Bella of the Ball
Serenade
Annie Donahue
Ben E Lowe
Alencon
Bob May
Ametus
Barnace
My Lov
Pio Pico
Dona Hy May Jene
Sellle Burgess
Okonite
Niantic
Dredger
Sellle Savage
Belle of the Tribe
Frank Patton
al Bush
Gambler
Ensel
Joe Fallert
Uncle Jim
Punky
Fleming
Tom Dolan
Beth Goodwin
Melise
Nebulosus
Harting
Red Hussar
Frank Flesher
King’s Guinea
Sullivan and Bride Leave for Europe
Beaton February 8 John Sullivan and his bride of yesterday sailed for Europe today with his old antagonist in the ring Jake Kurata and several other friends.
Sheridan to Tour Globe After California Meet
New York reports Olympic fame star Martin Sheridan plans to attend the national last-round championships in California next July then embark on a yearlong world tour. He is preparing, has contacted athletic associations abroad, and will showcase his physical prowess across many nations. Sheridan is regarded as the world’s best all around athlete and will be away from America for more than a year.
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New York
Martin Sheridan
Sheridan
California
America
Smith's Pineapple and Butternut Pills advertised remedy
An early 20th century advertorial claims a torpid liver causes constipation and promotes health by using Smith's Pineapple and Butternut Pills. It touts liver and stomach benefits, non habit forming, with testimonials, pricing, and mail order options. It targets general ailments and kidney and rheumatic complaints, urging readers to keep the remedy on hand and consult druggists.
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Smith
W. A. Lesuig
Fathohance
Tooke Smith
Ireland Strengthens Boxing Ties At Home and Abroad
London reports boxing’s surge in Ireland with a rising number of pugilists and fans. Money limits hamper development as spectators pay about £5 or $25 to see fights at the National Sporting Club. Former Irish lightweight champion Joe Singleton gave up the title after a sixteen round bout in Dublin, while Dick Knock of Stafford holds the current lightweight championship.
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London
England
Publishers’ Press
Ireland
Colm
National Sporting Club
Joe Singleton
Empire Theater
Dublin
Dick Knock
Stafford
Harvard Oarsmen May Meet Belgium in Summer Race
New York February 8 Special. Talk of a race between Harvard oarsmen and the Royal Club Nautique d Gand of Belgium as the main feature of the Fenauen championship in Boston harbor this summer. Delegates of the New England association considered the plan at a Wednesday meeting. An America Belgium event would gain international importance and elevate American rowers to a long deserved position.
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New York
Harvard
Royal Club Nautique den Gand
Belgium
Fenauen
National Association of Amér Teur Caramen
Boston Basin
England
New England Association
America
Columbia Leading All Rifle Teams in Intercollegiate Meet
Reports show Columbia leading nine college teams with 1 793 points in the Intercollegiate Indoor Rifle Leagues. Idaho second with 1 179, Iowa 1 775. GWU 1 762, Cornell 1 749, Washington State 1 737. Lane of Columbia achieved a perfect score on ten shots in a dime sized area. Championship outdoor NRA event to be held in Washington, D C.
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Washington
Columbia
University of Idaho
University of Iowa
George Washington Universit
Cornell University
Washington State College
United States College of Veterinary Surgeons
University of Nevada
Louiaiana State University
Iowa
H. P. Lane
Idaho
Cornell
Nevada
George Washington
Louisiana
National Rifle Association
District of Columbia
Washington, D. C
Turf Opening Awaits Vast Field of East Race Horses
Nearly 500 horses are being trained for the turf season opening in the east while Pimlico officials announce richer purses this spring. Flat races will carry at least 500 added, steeplechases 600 or more, and the Preakness stake at Pimlico returns as a three year old event over one mile.
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New York
Pimlico
Maryland
Kavanaugh Names Conahan Umpire for 1910 Season
President Kavanaugh of the Southern League announces the appointment of HB J Conahan, formerly of the American Association, as an umpire for the 1910 season. The rest of the umpiring staff remains from last season.
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Kavanaugh
Conahan
Little Rock
Ark
Southern League
HB. J. Conahaw
American Association
Jail Break at Bay Minette Leaves All Fugitives Free
A Bay Minette jail escape in Baldwin County leaves all inmates free except John Eskew who says he is innocent. Bloodhounds used to pursue the six escaped prisoners, described as negroes charged with serious offenses. The escape occurred around midnight when inmates pried the door hinges and breached the wall of the jail located about a half mile from the sheriff’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mobile
Ala
Bay Minette
Baldwin County
John Eskew
Eskew
Themen
Camnitz Joins Holdout Over Salary Dispute
Pittsburg pitcher Howard Camnitz, star of the 1909 champions, left town for the East for ten days and declared he will not play unless Dre furs increases his pay after refusing to sign a 1910 contract.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Howard Camnitz
Pittsburg Baseball Club
Dre Furs
The Forbidden Food Saga in a Paraphrased Hoax
A narrator laments the vanishing of familiar foods as if haunted by a spirit of health. The pig, lamb, turkey, and hen disappear from the table in a whimsical, dreamlike sequence, while the speaker jokes about temperance and the fate of meals in a dated, satirical voice.
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Moquette Ronps
Moncrief
Gatlen Lass
Dearly Bell
Woolspun
Square Deal
Fore Guard
Silverado
Allenby
Ball Hazard
Harold Jr
Danger
Wingohocking
Timpante
Silverline
Sandpiper
Birdslayer
Croy- Mustiner
Patriot
Trea Jor
Schleswig
Amoret
Alfred the Great
Indigo Maid
Anavri
Dixie Knight
Milton B
King of Yolo
Bliiiard Ball
Carrol
Top Nove
Hasty Agnes
Flying Footsteps
Rialto
Charlie Fiastman
Achieve
Strike Out
Carroll
Tom McGrath
George
Davis
Katherine van
Joe Rose Stringeney
Shapdaic
Roseboro
John Carroll
Bly Pullman
Descomnets
Stoneman
Admonish
Mamie Algol
Belleview
Oberon
Elgin
Lynch
Nelson-Wolgast
Eddie Smith
Elas
Jane
Kennesaw
Wack Robinson
Sven
West and
A. C. Thurs
Armory Ag Teat
Hall
Betog
Constitution
As Goar
Ponce de Leon
Heisman
Dick Jemmon
The
Frank M
Tommy) Atkins
Avanta
Fast Mountain
Hugh Jennings’ Geté
Jap College
Loach
Geo. W. Muller
Cascade
GEO. A. Dickel & CO. Distillers
Nashville, Tenn
Ess
Sullivan and
Bride
Europe
Olesaid
Harvard Oarsmen
New York Collegians
Walter
Yonker's
Alabama
Camnitz
Klant
Suny Brook
Fao Stiemant
Sunny Brook Distillery Co
Jefferson County
Kentu
Express P
Reenar Smoitatad and
Michel Stn
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