Alco breaks long race lead as Robertson wins 318 miles
Robertson wins the 318 mile race in 6h 62m 12.5s at 54.2 mph after Alco driven by Grant breaks down on the back stretch. Alco’s retirement shifts the win to Simplex with De Palma and Parker in Fiat taking later spots. Renault, Knox, Lozier, and other cars faced mechanicals as crowd safety limits repeat Monday’s calm.
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Charles Basle
Waltham
Basle
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Fiat
Shaw
Knox
Coke
Lozier
Downey
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Alco
Robertson
Chevrolet
Crach
Herbert Lytle
Apperson
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Lytle
Grant
Aleo
Country Club
Soch
Isotta
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Thea
Roberston
Parker
Poole
Buick
Burman
Allen-Kingston
Joe Downey
Stoddard-Dayton
Harry Cole
Belcher
B. W. Shaw
Michelin
Result of the Lowell Road Race
First George Robertson driving Simplex won in 12 58. Second Al Poole driving Isotta finished in 13 37 1 5. Third E H Parker in a Fiat 22 21 2 5. Fourth Robert Burman in Buick 25 44. Fifth Charles Basle in Renault 36 47 2 5. Winner averaged 54.2 miles per hour.
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George Robertson
Simplex
al Poole
Isotta
E. H. Parker
Fiat
Robert Burman
Buick
Charles Basle
Renault
George Robertson Wins 318 Mile Merrimac Race at Lowell
George Robert Robertson of New York claimed top honors in a 318 mile Merrimac Valley Circuit race at Lowell. In a 17-car field he drove a Simplex Cool and collected, staying among the leaders through 27 of 30 laps amid fierce competition.
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George Robertson
Lowell
New York
America
Merrimac Valley
Robertson
Boxing Verdict Sparks Debate In Armory Bout
Arthur Duffey criticizes the Wolgast Baldwin decision as biased and unfair calling it the rawest in record. He notes Wolgast’s superior boxing and questions the judges and referee while predicting more scrutiny on amateur versus professional judging. Duffey also mentions upcoming Johnson Kaufman heavyweights bout and Mike Norris Bailey dispute.
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Armory
A. A
Baldwin
Wolgast
Harvard Football Season Tickets Include Dartmouth Game?
The query asks if Harvard football management will include the Dartmouth game in season tickets and suggests writing to the Harvard football management. The rest appears as stray sports chatter and unrelated notes.
Johnson and Kaufman Fight May Bring Upsets in Pugilism
San Francisco sports set Johnson as a 2 to 1 favorite in a proposed bout with Kaufman. Johnson, the clever ring general, may outbox and tire his aggressive opponent, while Kaufman must press to land a decisive punch in a potential long fight. Referee will share his opinion with papers, influencing bets despite no formal decision.
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Kaufman
Johnson
San Francisco
Al Kaufman Aims to Wins Heavyweight Title Fight
Al Kaufman states in a post bout interview that he expects to win the forthcoming fight and claim the heavyweight title. He claims dominance over challenger Johnson and promises a knockout record to prove his superiority. He says he would meet Jeffries next if he desires a bout.
Johnson Kaufman bout in Colma may shake boxing history
In Colma California this afternoon Jack Johnson heavyweight champion fights Al Kaufman in a 10 round no decision bout. Johnson touts easy win while Kaufman risks an upset as press reports note Johnson may relinquish training expenses if Kaufman is knocked out. Johnson known for defense, labeled by some as a cautious champion.
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Cal
Jack Johnson
al Kaufman
California
Kaufman
North Pole
Johnson
Jim Coffroth
Lil’ Artha
Porter predicts Sweeny high jump record fall soon
Porter believes Mike Sweeney's 6 feet 6 8 inches high jump mark will be surpassed this year. Harry Porter impressed at Locust Street Labor Day then reached the AOH games at Point of Pines for the high jump, clearing 6 feet. Egon Erickson also vaulted 6 feet 4 inches Labor Day, presenting a strong rivalry.
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Harry Porter
Porter
Mike Sweeney
Harry
Locust Street
Point of Pines
Egon Erickson
Labor Day
Garland brothers suffer similar shoulder injuries in practice
In Somerville High School football at Broadway field on the second day of the season, halfback Bob Garland dislocated his shoulder while falling on the ball. His brother Ned Garland, the all scholastic end, suffered the same injury last season in the same manner.
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Somerville
Broadway Field
Bob Garland
Ned Garland
Small Sandwiches Draw Traveler and Waitress Quip
The traveler decries the tiny sandwiches and the railway restaurant waitress notes the earlier complaints about quality. To reduce grumbling the cook made them even smaller, delivering a wry exchange on value and taste.
England Baseball Foothold Question Quoted by Courier Journal
A Louisville Courier-Journal snippet questions if baseball will ever gain a foothold in England. The exchange notes that baseball is played there but not as vigorously as in the United States, mentioning tea breaks during play.
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England
Louisville Courier- Journal
National League clubs draft and buy players tally
National League clubs have drafted 58 players and purchased 86 so far, while their American rivals have bought 104 and drafted 57.
Excursions to Evangeline Land in Nova Scotia
Excursions to Evangeline Land report strong patronage with 450 travelers last Sunday on the Prince George of the Dominion Atlantic Railway. September offers delightful, healthful touring of Nova Scotia and the Annapolis Valley, with tickets and staterooms available from the company office at 228 Washington Street or Long Wharf, or via J. F. Marsters, N. E. Supt., Long Wharf.
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Prince George
Dominion Atlantic
Annapolis Valley
Evangeline
Washington Street
Long Wharf
State Street
J. F. Marsters
N. E
MR WOLFS WAY OF LOOKING AT IT
Mr Bernard M Wolf of Wolfs My Clothier corner of Hanover and Portland streets with L R Johnson his buyer of mens clothing is in New York selecting from the latest fall wear He does not stock up at the opening of a new style period preferring smaller initial purchases and more frequent trips to keep pace with evolving fashions as the season advances.
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Wolf’s
My Clothier
Hanover
Portland Streets
L. R. Johnson
New York
Knights of Columbus Title Decided Saturday in Medford
The deciding K O C title game moves to Saturday, Sept 11, at 8 PM, at American League grounds. Medford Council A division winner faces Medford Council B division winner to crown the champion.
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Knights of Columbus
Medford Council
American Association Scores Rounds Mixed in Milwaukee and More
Milwaukee beats Minneapolis 2 0 while Louisville defeats Indianapolis 7 3 and Columbus wins 8 1 over Toledo. St Paul takes game one from Kansas City 6 1 then 4 3 in a second contest.
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Louisville
Indianapolis
Columbus
Toledo
St. Paul
Kansas City
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