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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1902
Page
3
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York October 7 Grey Friar won the Matron Stakes for colts and geldings by a neck over Surbiton who was a head in front of favorite Acefull Acefull led early then faded with Eugeni Bird winning the filly Matron Stakes and Merry Reel second Stolen Moments third Hermis easy winner in the Jerome Handicap at a mile and a quarter over the hills King Pepper won the Sword Race Manhattan Handicap results noted with Belle of Lexington unmasked among top finishers.
Young Corbett and Lenny of Philadelphia sparred six rounds at Industrial Hall. Corbett sent Lenny to the floor twice, to his knees once, and dominated from the start though Lenny landed sharp lefts. The bell saved Lenny from a knockout in the sixth as Corbett pressed the attack.
Atlanta fans will see Clemson play Georgia Tech at Brisbane on Saturday October 18. Tech had been set to host South Carolina, but the game was blocked by a higher guarantee, leaving Clemson as the likely opponent. Coach Heiseman leads Clemson, and the Tigers aim to avenge a prior decisive Diamond defeat in Atlanta.
Pittsburg tops All-Americans 4 to 3 in a rain affected game at Pittsburg. Leever pitched well for the Pirates with Young also strong. Leever and Smith behind the mound for Pittsburg while Sulman caught for the All-Americans. Attendance 2,200. In Dublin, Irish MPs discussed English policy at a secret pro-sessional conference. farewell to Redmond Dillon and Davitt as they head to Boston for the National Convention of the United Irish League.
Nellie Jay wins the Kentucky Futurity for 3 year old trotters at Lexington in five heats, driving by Hawker filly to claim $10,000 for McKay and half the betting pot. The Rajah falters early, Gell Hamilton takes heat two, Wellie Jay and John Me duel in last heats with Nellie Jay the winner. Nellie Jay owned by George R Wooden of Boston.
Sir Thomas Lipton signs his third challenge for the America’s Cup in Belfast. The document is sent to New York aboard the Oceanic to be reviewed by the New York Yacht Club. Lipton expects August races and mentions Shamrock III as a trial boat.
Tech coach Andree leads a 53 man squad training daily at Brisbane Park ahead of the Auburn contest. Captain Young at fullback and Brinson at quarterback are near certain starters with other spots still in doubt. The team aims for strong, equal competition, while fans rally behind the Polytechs and prepare for a big Saturday clash.
At St Louis on October 7 a big crowd witnessed a lively program under ideal racing weather. Three favorites and two in-between choices triumphed across six races while betting ran brisk on a heavy, lumpy track. Local entries and results cited for each event plus afternoon’s program notes. Also Virginia UDC to meet in Norfolk with a plan to unite with the grand division debated and likely voted down.
At Worth on October 7 the big sprinter Waswift won the Flyaway handicap by a head over Levin, with Wether clear back in weary third. The card featured six furlongs races with Echodale Ui and Don title winners in tight finishes, and entries listed for Today’s Worth events including maidens and selling races. The Rochester NY notes report the American Society of Municipal Improvement holding its ninth annual convention there.
Mayor Mims announced unanimous council support to petition the legislature to allow Atlanta to submit a water and sewer bond issue to voters. He stressed the urgency of extending sewers and expanding water service to boost revenue and sanitary improvements, urging residents to back bonds to keep pace with the city’s growth.
The Bijou showcases a four feature vaudeville program headlined by Stuart and Fox with the White Tscherkess Trio and Cadieux the wire marvel while promising more laughs with Falke and Lemon and Ward and Curran next week. At the Grand Gus Hill presents Etat Old Time with Ellen Munro and an all star cast including Mrs Brune and Miss Haswell in Anorna, plus a visit by Andrew Robson in Richard Carvel. Black Patti Troubadours come to Bishop Turner’s Yonge Street location October 13–15 with Sijssleretta Jones leading a storied Afro American troupe known for top vocal talent and historic audiences.
Southern lumber associations meet at the Kimball House with representatives from Georgia Saw Mill Association North Corona Pine Association South Atlantic Association Southern Lumber Manufacturing Association and Gulf Coast Lumber Association. Sessions held yesterday and planned today to address uniform methods grading standards and measurement forms. Captain H HW Tift of the Georgia Saw Mill Association presided. W Whitehead of The Southern Lumber Journal named secretary.
Comptroller General Wright released a statement of the states treasury as of September 30. The balance on hand totals 511180.21 after receipts through September and disbursements for the year. Of the funds, 222013.65 is restricted to public debt payments, leaving 299106.56 for current expenses.
A San Francisco reader Roy E. Simpson encloses a check for six dozen Cheney's Expectorant bottles. He notes recurring customer demand and the need to order larger quantities if the trend continues.
The board of water commissioners meets this afternoon with routine business on the agenda. They sought a 37000 appropriation to bury and operate about 242 miles of water pipe but funds were not approved in the October apportionment. The work will wait until next year and is expected to be included in the January apportionment by the new finance committee.
A health board committee tasked with a detailed crematory inspection is expected to finish today. The furnace was shut a week ago for the study, with officials including J. P. Kennedy E. V. Carter Captain Hope and Inspector Beach among those inspecting. The report may be presented at a board meeting later this week or early next, after the crematory operator’s request prompted the probe. Secretary Moody plans to move the floating dry dock at Havana to Pensacola navy yard for repairs following the dock’s collapse damage.
Garden New York notes the only colored singer honored by royal command sang before the former prince of Wales, now King Edward VII. The Black Patty and the Troubadours boost local musical culture with refined stage performance and Southern melodies. Performers include John Rucker the Alabama Blossom, Bobby Kemp, Leslie Triplett, Will Cook, Slim Morgan, Ed Green, and the Whang Doodle Comedy four.
Atlanta Epworth League Union plans a Thursday evening rally at Walker Street Church after recent reorganization. Officers include a president and four officers. program features scripture, addresses, reports, devotional, charity, literary and junior departments, plus music by St Paul League chorus and Grace church quartet.
During October the Southern railway will sell tickets to San Francisco Los Angeles and all California points at the very low rate of 9755 also low rate settlers tickets to all points in the northwest For particulars call on any agent of the Southern railway or address J C Beam Jr D P A Atlanta Ga.
Central of Georgia Railway offers one fare ground trip plus fifty cents admission for trips to Atlanta and return as part of the Southern Interstate Fair. Tickets available from Georgia points starting October 4, with restrictions on Sunday arrivals and Alabama departures on select dates. All tickets redeemable by October 27, 1902. Further details from a Central of Georgia Railway Agent.
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