Olympic Day Delivers American Comeback in Track Events
Ralph Craig wins the 200 metre final for the United States with Don Lippincott of Penn second, amid strong American showings in pole vault and shot put. George Goulding leads Canada in the 10,000 metre walk, while Babcock breaks the Olympic pole vault record and Americans claim most semi finals in hurdles.
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Ralph Rose
San Francisco
Pat McDonald
New York
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Pacific Coast
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Wight
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Fortune
Lippincott Shows Real Olympic Promise In 1908 Race
Donald Lippincott of the University of Pennsylvania finishes second to Ralph Craig in the 200 metre at the Olympic Games in Stockholm. The piece notes several US contenders in the 110 metre hurdles, highlights Ralph Rose’s shot put win, and reports H. S. Babcock’s pole vault record while mentioning forthcoming races and American hopes in the marathon.
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Joe Patchen II Captures Comstock at Grand Rapids Card
Joe Patchen II won the Comstock purse of 5000 in the 2:11 pace at Grand Rapids, taking straight heats with Grand Opera close behind. Dandy Wood led in the 2:14 trotting. Queen Lake and Pretoria Mc. also took heats, while Sadie Hal won the 2:09 pacing and Time posted 2:05% in the final.
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Phillies Pirates feud erupts over spitball dispute
A Phillies Pirates clash over Marty O'Toole's spitball pits O'Toole's and teammates against Philadelphia and raises the threat of fines. The Quakers' stance inflames the series as O'Toole suffers a blistered mouth and finger amid the on-field dispute. In another game, George Tyler of the Braves costs them a loss to the Cardinals as St Louis wins 9 to 6 at Forbes Field.
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Blackstone Cigar Praised for Rich Taste and Aroma
The advertisement extols Blackstone filler as the best Havana tobacco balanced with Sumatra wrapper to deliver a pleasant taste and aroma. It targets the discerning smoker seeking pleasure rather than a strong, dopey effect.
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American winners in yesterday's Olympics
American athletes swept events with wins in 110 metre hurdles semis and 200 metre final. Medals went to M W Hawkins M A C J P Nicholson Missouri James Wendell NYAC Fred W Kelley Seattle A C John R Case Illinois Ralph C Craig Detroit Y M C A Donald F Lippincott Penn Pat McDonald I A A C Ralph Rose Olympic A C Pole vault winners included Harry S Babcock Columbia Mark S Wright SR ORR Frank T Nelson Harvard.
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Donald Lippincott
U. of Penn
America
Harry S. Babcock
United States
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Multnomah A. C
John P. Nicholson
Missouri University
Fred W. Kelly
Seattle A. C
James Wendell
New York A. C
John R. Case
Illinois University
George Chisholm
Jim Wendell
K. Powell
England
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Chrisholm
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J. Eller, Jr
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D. Golbachini
Italy
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H. van Benninghausen
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Finland
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University of Pennsylvania
Pat” J. McDonald
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Columbia University
Mark S. Wright
SR Orr Frank T. Nelson
Harvard
Quakers Accuse Doping of Baseballs in Spitball Row
Charley Dooin reversed earlier denial and said Philadelphia players used disinfectant on balls after suspicions of spitball use against O'Toole. The issue began May 10 when O'Toole struggled with blistered fingers and alleged doctored balls. Pirates won 8 to 4 as umpire Eason handled disputed balls and temper.
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Faust Seeks Pay From Giants Appeal Filed in Cincinnati
Charlie Faust, former mascot for the New York Nationals, travels to Cincinnati to appeal to the baseball commissioner for a year’s salary claim from the Giants. Officials doubt action since Faust was not classified as a ball player.
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Johnson Opens Cafe in Chicago During Gala Night
Jack Johnson hosted thousands at the opening of his new three story saloon and cafe near his home. Police kept crowding in check as the venue, with 500 seating capacity, welcomed fans and supporters.
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Cardinals Rally As Tyler Struggles In Kansas City Loss
Manager Kling turned duties to Bill Sweeney in Kansas City as Tyler faltered over four innings. Titus led the surge with a triple and four singles while Sweeney and O Rourke botched defense contributing to seven of nine runs. Dickson relieved cautions with a shaky start and McDonald struck out twice as Sallee and Kirke closed the effort.
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Secretary Meyer Takes Fortnight Vacation in Canada
Secretary of the Navy George von L. Meyer, resting at home after a brief illness, departed for a two week vacation at Restigouche New Brunswick. He is accompanied by his son George von L. Meyer Jr.
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