Longwood Tournament Tennis Action Near Brooklyn
Longwood tennis tournament features heated matches as players from Brookline and New York contend under hot sun. Paret, Carpenter, Marvin, Whitman, and Larned win key sets. handicap system draws praise. rounds progress with several straight and three-set decisions amid unfinished play and weather delays.
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Longwood
Brookline
J. P. Paret de Orange
N. Y
Ware
Paret
Carpenter-Bradley
Pier
Kenneth Horton
Horton
Eeames
E. R. Mains
Harvard
Presberg
Marvin
Seaver
Fuller
Whitman
Wrenn
Strand
Morris
Puttnan
Wrightington
McKittrick
S. Warr
E. R. Marvin
P. Beck
Kennethton
A. S. Ps
Seet Davin
B. R. Marvin
J.B. Carpenter
R. Biddiey
J. R. We
L. E. Ware
W. A. Larned
Mekiethick
McKettrick
Putman
Tington
Ae Larned
Ya Hak Seaver
Wrean
Stroud
Winslow
Merrill and Hitchcock
Godman Marvin
Dicktesters
Read
Pier T Hory
Ward
Davis
Hawes
Little
Codman
Clothier
Carpenter
Campbell
Huntington
Davidson
Eee
Pds
Godfrey Cabot
R. C. Seaver
L. J. Grant
P. Nee
PS . Merrill
Wright
G Brown
Gedo
Little Eine
A. cMasters
Babb Denies Appointing Manager for National Championships
President E Babb of the N A A A A says no one has been named as manager for the national championships to be held at Riverside Recreation grounds on August 26. The championships committee, including Babb Harder and Sullivan, will oversee local arrangements with John W Bowler joining a committee of regional leaders to assist. The aim is to select a capable team to ensure the meet is the most successful ever held by the A U U with support from athletic committees across America.
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Babb
Riverside Recreation Grounds
Himself
Harder
Sullivan
John W. Bowler
A. U
Erica
Boston
Consuls Meet In Boston For International Conference Plan
Local Boston meeting of the Old Colonial Club discussed welfare efforts and a conference of visiting and local consuls scheduled for August 15. Attendees planned outlines on benefits for immigrants, emergency corps, and wheelmen operations. A group photo at the Johnnie O'Reilly statue will be used in the national souvenir program.
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Boston
Paneer
Old Colonial Club
Naseta Et Ts Eesti
W. F P. Kenibbes
Aireet
Ells
Wheeling
Johnnle O'Reilly
Ninth Massachusetts officers await commissions from Cuba era service
The author notes officers from the Ninth Massachusetts Regiment have not received commissions though they served bravely in the war. He cites four officers and 123 enlisted dead, two majors on Cuban fields and the colonel dying after returning from Santiago. The piece questions delays in appointments and reliance on adjutant-general recommendations.
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Ninth
Massachusetts
Cuba
Santiago
Washington
Adjutant-General
Ninth Regiment Seeks Appointments Amid Injustice Claims
A Massachusetts congressman urges speedy action to appoint two Ninth Regiment officers to volunteer units, arguing the Ninth earned respect for Cuba service and deserves equal placement with the Second, Sixth, and Fifth regiments. Officers caution that politics should not decide officer commissions.
Massachusetts Ninth Regiment Officers Seek Early Commissions
Officers of the Ninth Massachusetts Regiment press for commissions for Captains Dunn and Morris, arguing neglect while other regiments advanced earlier. They claim the men would enlist for Philippine service if their leaders received appointments, and note Captain Dunn had pursued an early application. Major Murray says two names were circulated and urges presidential justice.
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Dalton
Dunn
George Fr. H. Murray
Ninth
Morris
Massachusetts
Glenville Track meet yields fast times and close finishes
A large Glenville crowd watched races with an average heat time near 2:08. Abett and The Abbott led fierce drives in early heats, while Kentucky Union challenged in top trots. Class results show 2:08 pace and 2:11 pace races with notable finishes by Fanny Dillard and rogen securing wins.
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Glenville
Ore
Dis Sten
Wil Ronen
Ayet
Abbott
Kentucky Union
E Abbett
Flannagan
Geers
Fenee
Fanny Dillard
Hydro Sys
Dillard
Dilard
Rogen
Rool
Mary
Hal B
B. d
Snow
Sally Egat
Bai
Weidman
Nicol
McLaughlin
Cave
Abbot
Hudson
Ch. m
Ecker
Mattie Patterson
Saunders
John Nolan
B. G
Drogen
McCarty
Reeit Lazare
Wiscon
Ning Haven Ans Yelet
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Marvel
Curry
Blige Ne Be
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Combination Evening Races at Combination Park Recap
Crowds gathered as showers moved away and a fair track allowed a strong show. Miss O B led in the running race with Millie L close behind, while McNamee won a remount by a nose in the free-for-all pace. The evening featured trotting and running races, with Little Sunshine the crowd favorite and more events announced for the night.
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Ficks
Tce
Igee
Miss O. B
Miss O
Millie L
McNamee
Poate Promellie
O’connell
Inieetecia
Don Jack
Ch Barnard
Ore
M. c
Sunshine
Harvard Yale Dual Track Meet Secured For Spring
A new agreement sets Harvard and Yale dual track events with a Cambridge meet next spring. Events include 120 yard hurdles trials 100 yard dash and finals 1 mile and 2 mile runs, 220 yard dash, 82 yard hurdles and a substituted two mile walk. Yale plans athletic improvements under discussion led by President Hadley.
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New Haven
Conn
Harvard
Yale
BE. J. ‘Wendell
George 8. Morison
Walter Camp
Harry Brooks
Cambridge
Hadley
Medford Track Meet Highlight Races
Medford daily recap highlights two bright track races with clear results and standout performances. Naming details are limited but emphasize competitive pace, crowd energy, and local athletes delivering notable times.
Races Stir as Oarsmen Ready for Championship Day
Maine regatta coverage reports on the intense prep for today and tomorrow’s events. The Millstreams contest with top crews from Pennsylvan ia Barge Club Vespers and Knickerbocker A C is highlighted with luck favoring the locals. Ten Eyck Maguire duel looms as a potential thrilling finish while the Delaw are double and Ariels from Baltimore are watched closely. Officials tout Boston hosting as ideal for the regatta with strong betting and high public interest.
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Millstreams
Pennsylvania Barge Club
Vespers
Knickerbocker A. C
Chelsea
Rumohr
Jim Juvenal
Whitehead
Ten Eyck
Maguire
Delaware
Lewis
Ariels
Balti‘more
New York Athletic Club
National Democratic Leaders to Visit Boston for 1900 Campaign Planning
William Jennings Bryan will tour Boston in late August with governors and senators to unite New England Democrats and chart a policy against trusts and imperialism. ExGovernor John W. Davis of Rhode Island to preside at Rocky Point gathering with delegates from Maine New Hampshire Vermont Rhode Island Connecticut and Massachusetts.
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William. Jennings Bryan
Boston
Governor Stone
Missouri
Blackburn
Rise
Lentz
Ohio
Sulzer
New York
National Democratic Committee
New England
Rocky Point
Bryan
New England Democracy
Maine
New Hampshire
Vermont
Rhode Island
Connecticut
Massachusetts
John W. Davis
Clifton Golf Club Schedule Through September
The Clifton Golf Club lays out weekly tournaments every Wednesday and Saturday until September 9. Entry is 2 percent cents, with an 8 PM start limit. Class A players under 110 handicap from 91. Class B players over 110 handicap to 30 strokes. Ladies handicap from 116 scratch, limited to 35.
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Clifton Golf Club
Irish Middle-Distance Star George Tindler Returns
Irish runner George Tindler arrives in Boston aboard the New England and seeks a challenge in American professional racing. He reports wide health and readiness to compete, noting English middle-distance efforts are faltering at present.
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George Tindler
America
Tinder
Boston
New England
Grand Fettle
England
Tincler
Tinder to Compete at Scotch Games in Boston Next Month
The article notes that Tinder plans to appear at open events during the Scotch games in Boston next month. He trains daily at Charlesbank, with morning and afternoon sessions, and has prior ties to local runner George. Tinder’s former supporter Mike Ahearn of the West End left him $600 in his will.
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George
Tinder
Boston
Charlesbank
Mike Ahearn
West End
Colored Democrats Meet at Ward 18 Club Rooms
A large turnout at the Ward 18 Colored Democratic Club on Hamp shire street heard speakers including former Senator John Shea and ex Alderman Conry denouncing the Republican party. President Banks presided as talks urged black voters to align with Democrats for better recognition and progress. G Coakley praised the shift, condemning Republican treatment and praising Democratic aims for negro advancement.
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Democratic Club
Hampshire Street
John , Shea
Sonco? Y Conry
of Aldermen
Banks
G. Coakley
William D. Gilford
J. H. Banks
Frank J
Oakley Country Club Votes to Expand and Raise Dues
A special meeting led by C Hub bard approved increasing membership to 200 and extending the golf course to 5000 yards by acquiring more land. The club has already bought a tract but found additional holes needed and sought further land due to the ir holes problem and the incentive of a large waiting list.
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Eves
Widows Watch Dexter Slack Trial In Courtroom Sights
Spectators in a crowded courtroom focus on Dexter Slack as he faces charges tied to his alleged antics with several widows including Ettzs Melvin Zarah Melvin and Ellen Colby. Only witness William Farr testified that Slack swindled him for 300 on November 14 1898.
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Dexter P.slack
Everett
Zarah Melvin
Ellen E. Colby
Erie
Dow Melvin
Slack
N, Allen
Waltham
Amient
Eoet
Henry Hutchinson
William A. Farr
Caddies Discharged After Court Ruling In Wollaston Case
Four caddies arrested for breaking into Wollaston Golf Club and stealing balls were tried in Quincy Court before Judge Humphrey and released after eight hours. The court found they stole balls not from members and no property could be identified. Eight dozen balls were sold to a dealer. The club will not re hire the caddies.
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Wollaston Golf Club
Quincy
Humphrey
Freeman
J. W. MacAnarny
W. G. A. Pattie
President McKinley Quietly Enjoys Plattsburg Visit
President and Mrs. McKinley spent a quiet day at Hotel Champlain. The President walked in the park and along lake views while Mrs. McKinley rested in her apartments. He learned of President Heureaux death in San Domingo and sent a condolence.
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Plattsburg
N. Y
McKinley
Hotel Champlain
Adirondacks
Washington
Heureaux
Republic of
San Domingo
Smith
Griggs
Chelsea Hearing Delay Stalls Reserve Officer Bradley Case
Chelsea residents are puzzled by the delay in holding a hearing on charges against Reserve officer Herbert J. Bradley who complains Chief Drury won’t reassign him. The Mayor, Police Committee, and Chief each push for control while Bradley’s lawyer Captain Williams objects to police committee involvement.
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Chelsea
Herbert J. Bradley
Drury
Bradley
Pease
Captain Williams
Bradiecy
Police Committee
Shinnecock Golf Tournament Enters Semifinal Duel Round
Fine weather and large crowds mark day three of the Shinnecock Hill Club invitation event on Long Island. Close finishes forced extra holes in the President's Cup semifinals as Winston, Murdock, and Itis fell to Lynch, Ripley, and Davis.
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Southampton
L. I
Shinnecock Hill Club
Winston
Murdock
Itis
Lynch
Riple Odavis
Meners
Oakley
Maas
Daniel Reneey
Dyker Meadow
Yort Ham
Pyomles
Daniel Chaune
Periennen
Piant
Harvard Law Student Sues for 500 Over Moral Influence Pact
Legal action in Pittsburg against Samuel Watson by Frederick Deitrick a Harvard Law student to recover 500 for rooming and guiding Watson to avoid bad conduct over the 1897 98 school year. Deitrick claims continued guardianship and expenses including a Harvard Yale game charge. Watson is a Pittsburg broker.
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Pittsburg
Penn
Samuel Watson
Alleghany City
Frederick S$. Deitrick
Harvard
Iole Fandant
Deitrick
New Brighton
Watson
Robert Watson
Alleghany
John 8. Wendt
George Elphinstone
Mr. Watson
Himseclf
Back Bay
Pennsylvania
Harvard Law School
Massachusetts
Cambridge
Boston
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John‘f. Fitzgerald
Fitzgerald
W. H. Casey
M. J. Desmond
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Lawler
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George Lawler
Munyon
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Guite
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Wise
Worcester
Julius D. Mahr
Fred R. Fortmeyer
Secre
Charles Catlin
National Executive Committee
Donovan
Weld
Jim Tern Eyck
Jim Wray
Clifton
George Tingler
Trish
Republican Party
Oakley Country Club
Marylanda
Tpirete
D. P. Slack
Waldstein
Robert H. Waldstein
Superior Criminal Court
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Fessenden
George W. Earle
Dr. Cocke
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Mrs. McKinley
Shinnecock
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Old Boylston School
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