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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1899
Page
6
The Shamrock and Columbia prepare for the 11 am start from Sandy Hook with 100000 spectators expected. Official measurements, weather talk, and preparations fill the lead articles as captains Evans and Haff weigh in on boats, crews, and tactics.
The 799 Cup will be decided over up to five races with a three-win rule. Races start 10 50 preparatory, 11 start. courses include a fifteen mile windward return and a ten mile triangle. If no winner in three races two more may follow next week.
Boston yachtmen and experts debate the America's Cup contenders. Many back the Columbia as the likely winner with arguments about boat equality, testing, and crew merit. Some favor the Shamrock noting its speed and Lipton’s team, while others predict a close finish or possible upset.
Captain Charlie Barr, sailing master of the Columbia, proclaims the ship the fastest thing that ever went by sail power. He asserts the vessel’s superior speed in comparison with others, reflecting a strong boast aboard the historic craft.
The Westminster Gazette reports that Sir Thomas Lipton will be asked to stand as the Liberal candidate for Ashton-under-Lyne at the next election.
Chicago dispatch states a federal committee sent a special invitation to Sir Thomas Lipton to be Chicago s guest at the laying of the cornerstone of the new federal building next Monday.
An ad claims two electric belts offer a positive cure for lost vigor nervous debility impotence and sleeplessness. It asserts immediate feeling as current is applied and promises no drugs and cures while you sleep. Contact Reit Electric Appliance Co. 1069 Washington St. for details.
The stock moves freely at above price as smelter returns from the first regular ore shipment expect an advance in price. The stock will reach par within a few days.
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