Polo Popularity Surges in American Polo Scene
A historical overview cites a record polo season with 90 eastern contests, up from 75 and 44 in prior years. The article credits the sport’s growth to wider participation, the handicap system encouraging novices, and venues from Lakewood to Newport drawing elite crowds. George Gould is highlighted as a leading patron shaping open championships and circuit timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olo
Ian
America
Polo Association
Tub
US Firms Win Rail Gear Orders as Cape Colony Shifts Trade
A British and South African Export Gazette letter cites mounting American rail equipment orders from Cape Colony. It argues price and delivery speed drive shifts away from Britain, notes anti-British sentiment among Cape officials, and warns tender systems can funnel contracts to US suppliers, citing Natal rails to Lorain Steel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Africa
London
Treasury Bureau of Statistics
America
Cape Colony
Walter Peace
United States
United Kingdom
Cape
Natal
Lorain Steel Company
Johnstown
Sheldon on Christ and Football in Philadelphia talk
Rev. Charles M. Sheldon author of In His Steps spoke at Oxford Presbyterian church in Philadelphia. He rejected the idea Christ would play football as currently played, saying Jesus would not play football as it is now, though he could enjoy sport like cricket as wholesome and manly. He answered questions from auditors instead of delivering a formal address.
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Gould
Dedham
Massachusetts
Westchester
Meadowbrook
Iakewood
Rogkaway
Philadelphia
Devon
Myopia
Point Stu
la Ifalo
Charles Mr. Sheldon
Mr. Sheldon
Jesus
Christ
GIVES UP. FORTUNE TO WED
The marriage of Mrs Lillian T Edgerton of Plantsville Ohio to Frank Raredon was a notable event in the west end of the county. Her will left about 90000 dollars to her husband’s widow but barred remarriage with a later estate to go to his children. Frank Raredon 21 worked as a chair hand for Mrs Edgerton and the wedding surprised many. Mrs Edgerton will give nearly 50000 dollars to the children at Plantsville. The groom is described as a capable 75000 husband. A Merit Belle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillian T. Edgerton
Plantsville, O
Frank Raredon
Edgerton
German Specialist Dr Seemann Claims Cure for Catarrh
Belmont farmer Henry Bartels testifies to Dr Seemann of Dubuque using an X ray to diagnose internal issues and promising quick cures. The ad touts multiple treatments for catarrh, deafness, and lung trouble with ozone therapy, glasses, and homeopathic methods. It claims universal cure prospects, free English German consultations, and a Lincoln Block office in Dubuque.
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Henry Bartels
Belmont
Wis
Seemann
Dubuque
East
Mountains
Colorado
Lincoln Block
Eighth Street
DR. Seemans
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York City
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Chicago
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Geo. P. Lyman
General Pans
ST. Paul, Minn
Dotalla
Dubuque, Iowa
John Ellwanger
Kentucky Whiskies
Joan Ellwanger
Francis Jaeger
Tress
W.E. Ellwanger
A. PB. Abeln, ‘J. ”, Kelly
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South Wata Si
Inwa
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Main St
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Lowe
Polo
Lakewood
Newport
R.1
Cedarhurst Field
Rockaway
Brooklyn
Prospect Park
American Polo Association
Nevon
Dedhams
Point Judith
Lake Forest
Reds and Blues
Thaterank
Buffalo
St. Louis
Herbert
G. Westsale
the National Union
George
ouLp
South Africa
England
Uniteds States
Gazette Rainex Ory
Alirai
Sheldon
Jens
Ohio
Paris
Marat
Charlotte Corday
Saxpicton
Times-Werald
WM. Lawther
Clem Sheridan
Sec
St. Tre
Main Street
Peter Kiena
Iowa
Peter Kiene
Eesh Steamship
Kiene
Altman
Wholesale Dessors In
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