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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1908

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New York Filly Goes Mile in 2 15 3 4 Race Preview

McDonald drives three winners as 38 horses contest a $50,000 New York Filly Goes Mile with a handicap format. First division runs at 2 30, second at 2 45, final at 4 30. horses start from scratch or handicap back.

New York McDonald Sonoma Girl Sweet Marie Ewes Wilkes Heart del Coronado Vendetta Beatrice Bellini Seer the Huntsman BS TC Betty Brook the Laird Baron Alcryone Binjolla Rebecca Geee

Stages Robbed by Masked Bandit Near Old Faithful Inn

A single robber in a black mask halted and robbed seven Yellowstone Park stage coaches near the Upper Basin close to Old Faithful Inn. Each coach was held up in sequence as it arrived from the hotel, with the thefts occurring within minutes of one another.

Butte Mont Yellowstone Park Old Faithful, Inn Upper Basin

Chief Buffin ton Resigns as Winthrop Police Chief

At a Winthrop board meeting the two year tenure of Chief Buffinton ended with his resignation. Ellsworth Burrill was named temporary chief amid secrecy around the decision following a liquor raid led by Chairman Keenan on Sunday night at the Point Shirley cafe.

Board of Selectmen Winthrop Buffinton Ellsworth Burrill Hagee Selectmen Keenan Point Shirley

Moran May Remain in Denver for Health Reasons

A close friend reports Doctor Moran may stay in Colorado to improve his health and avoid returning to Boston. If his health improves he may engage in local politics there and resign his Boston office.

Lodging House Commission notes parlors cost concern

Astonishment followed the first report signed by Joseph Lee as chairman. The commission admits landladies may be unable to maintain public parlors for tenants while still earning a profit. The board’s statement indicates this provision was a key focus alongside registration.

Lodging House Commission Joseph Lee

Czarevna Wins Readville Futurity in Record Run

Czarevna the chestnut filly sired by Peter the Great captured the American Horse Breeders Futurity for 2 year old trotters at Readville opening day. She won heats in 2 172 and 2 15} with Tommy Nolan driving to a standout performance amid cheers.

Czarevna Peter the Great Readville New York

Readville track winners yesterday pace and trot records

Readville track results list winners from yesterday with best times for each event. 2:10 pace by Lealie Waterman, 2:21 trot by Ward, two year old trot Czareyna 2:15, three year old pace Master Mc Kerron 2:17.

pacen-Lealie Waterman Ward

Sadie Mac Wins Massachusetts Stake in Record Time

Sadie Mac secured the Massachusetts stake title in 1905 finishing in a record time of 2 06t, showcasing a dominant performance that year. The event highlighted the horse’s speed and endurance, marking a historic victory in the series.

Sadie Mac Massachusetts

Czarevna Dominates In Twin Heat Racing

Czarevna easily outpaced rivals in the two heat sequence. Belvasia unable to contest after the second heat and Czarine Bingen trailed, with Czarevna finishing strongly. Final times show 34.5 for the last quarter and 1:14.25 for three quarters.

Czarevna Belvasia Bingara Czarine Bingen Bingen

Raid Targets Point Shirley Cafe Liquor Selloff

Selectman Keenan obtained warrants in East Boston with William Sandy to raid the Point Shirley area. Winthrop officers seized over 200 bottles of lager and several quarts of whiskey. The case proceeds in court this morning with Chief Buffinton out of action at home.

Point Shirley Keenan Selectmen East Boston William Sandy Winthrop Police Buffinton

Highway Robber Stops Stagecoach Seven Times Near Park

A bandit at a bend in the road robbed seven stagecoach loads of passengers near a park, taking more than 6000 dollars. The 55 year old, about 140 pounds, wore blue gray clothing and escaped on a company horse. Soldiers were alerted at Thumb station and West Gallatin River camps.

Old Faithful Inn Thumb Station West Gallatin Park

Red Sox fall to White Sox again as Giants gain lead

Bill Bailey reports on baseball losses and a mix of track and horse news. The Red Sox fall 6 to 4 to the Chicago White Sox behind Wood's pitching and costly errors. The Cardinals beat the Doves 3 to 2 in St. Louis. Czarevna wins Readville Futurity for 2 year olds in 2 15 3 4. Sir Thomas Lipton donates 500 to the Olympic champions fund. Giants defeat Pittsburg twice 4 1 and 5 1 to move atop the National League. Readville card features a $50 000 purse race today.

Red Sox Chicago White Sox Wood Boston St. Louis Doves Cardinals Czarevna Readville Thomas Lipton Pittsburg New York Giants

Bull charged by express derails car on Ulster railway

Kingston New York August 24 an express train on the Ulster Delaware railroad met a bull on the tracks. The bull charged the cowcatcher threw the animal onto an embankment then back to the rails where it derailed a parlor car. No injuries reported passengers helped remove carcass debris and the train resumed after an hour's delay toward New York.

Kingston N. Y Ulster & Delaware Railroad New York

Despondent Book Binder Commits Gas Self-Destruction

Arthur D. Adams a book binder in the government bureau of engraving and printing and formerly of Salt Lake City killed himself by opening three gas jets after his wife’s death less than a month earlier. He was found with a pencil in his hand and a deteriorating note describing asphyxiation and a claustrophobic room spinning with sensations.

Washington Arthur D. Adams Government Bureau of Engraving and Printing Salt Lake City Adams

Calista Cream Protects Skin From Sun Without Greasiness

A cosmetic ad promotes Calista Cream as a non greasy sun protection product. It claims to shield the face from sun and sunburn and is available at toilet counters.

Moran urged to make Denver his home and oppose Colorado machine

Boston District Attorney John B. Moran, staying for his health, faces strong calls to relocate to Denver and lead a fight against Colorado politics. An interview he gave recently stirs local reaction by attacking the ruling gang and urging a vigorous prosecuting official. Citizens press Moran to remain and accept the position.

John B. Moran Denver Colorado Col Boston Moran

Denver Tramway Fight Shapes Colorado Politics

Friends visiting Mr Moran report he is improving while in Denver staying at the Hotel Savoy. The Boston visitors attack Colorado politics as they weigh plans to replace Senator Teller next winter with Charles H Hughes, a leading corporation lawyer associated with the tramway charter.

Boston Mr. Moran Denver Savoy Colorado Denver Tramway Company United States Senate Teller Charles H. Hughes

Fair Weather Forecast for New England Here

Washington forecast notes generally fair conditions for New England with light northwest to north winds. Tuesday and Wednesday in Boston and vicinity are expected to be fair with light variable winds.

Boston Vicinity Washington New England

Venezuelan Revolution Plot Gains U.S. Backing and Funds

Aug 24 report says with approval from Secretary Root and the State Department a well financed plan to overthrow President Castro of Venezuela is forming. Backers in New York and abroad expect a mid October start and a new ruler within months. Washington offers no direct support but moral aid and noninterference may accompany the effort.

Washington Root State Department Holland Castro Venezuela New York Colombia New York City Bacon United States

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