Famous Sires Death Song Kept Secret in Racing History
Chicago reports the death of Sphinx a renowned trotting sire from Danforth Stock Farm Washington Ill who was destroyed last November after suffering paralysis. Once a leading 300 in standard time his offspring include 100 progeny racing in standard time. Bred at Palo Alto Farm 1888 he had a notable racing and sire career with 16 colt starts and later a strong stud record.
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Chicago
Sphinx
Danforth Stock Farm
Washington
Ill
Danforths
Electioneer
Wagain
Electrite
Egotist
Sprite
Belmont
Not
Ed Waterwitch
Pilot, Jr
Waterwitch
Falo Alto Stock Farm
Chae. Marvin
Palo Alto
Sutherland & Benjamin
Saginaw
Mich
Rumor Claims Sale of Kentucky Association Race Track
A rumor from Levington Kentucky on February 8 says Captain W Harry Brown executor of the late Captain Samuel S Brown may sell the Kentucky Association race course. Prominent turfmen discussed it but offered no endorsement or knowledge of the sale prospects. Secretary W Campbell Scott, currently in the South, will be contacted for his views.
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Levington
W. Harry Brown
Samuel S Brown
W. Campbell Scott
South
Forfeit posted for Nelson versus McGovern Philadelphia bout
Billy Nolan manager of Battling Nelson filed the $2,000 forfeit to stake holder Murphy in Philadelphia. Forfeit money to be sent Monday February 5 as agreed by both managers for the March 14 fight set in Philadelphia.
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Boston
Billy Nolan
Battling Nelson
Terry McGovern
Philadelphia
Boston American Today
Murphy
Trout plentiful in Pennsylvania streams this season
Pittsburg reports that Izaak Walton followers note trout abundance in nearby mountain streams. Open winter and high muddy water the past two years reduced catches, creating a surplus. Anglers expect strong fishing when the trout season begins April 15 in Pennsylvania.
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Pittsburg
Izaak Walton
Pennsylvania
Allen's Foot Ease ad promotes relief for aching feet
An old advertisement claims Allen's Foot-Ease powder relieves swollen damp feet, tight shoes, and bunions. It promises comfort, reduced foot odor, and easier wear of shoes. Sold by druggists and shoe stores for 25 cents with trial package available.
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Allen
FREY
Anen S Olmsted
LeRoy, NY
Kauffman to Meet Wille in 20 Round Colma Show
New York boxing notes report Al Kauffman the California heavyweight will box John Wille of Chicago for 20 rounds at catch weights as he succeeds Mike Schreck. Wille fought tough rivals including Jack Root and Philadelphia Jack O'Brien. Moran and Cohen to clash in Liverpool on February 19 in a 20 round bout. Pinkay Evans and Tommy Gorrian in form for their 20 round private club bout next Monday for a purse and side bet.
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New York
al Kauffman
California
Davy Barry
John Wille
Chicago
Colma A. C. Kauffman
Mike Schreck
Cincinati
Wille
Jack Root
Philadelphia
Jack O'Brien
Owen Moran
Cockney Cohen
England
Liverpool
Pinkay Evans
Yonkers
Tommy Gorpian
Albany
Senate to vote on railroad rate bills February 16
Washington report says the senate committee on interstate commerce will vote Friday February 16 on all pending railroad rate bills and decide which measure to report to the senate. The action aims to advance railroad rate legislation and set the chamber's agenda.
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Washington
Senate Committee On Interstate Commerce
Senate
Fortune in Her Dreams
New York reports that Mlle Marguerite Caliz, prompted by dreams of her dead father examining a treasure box, traveled from Pittsburg to France. The farmer father, who died a year before, left a modest fortune. the daughter, a Pittsburg dressmaker, now hopes to locate the fortune on his former Sto me farm.
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New York
Mlle
Marguerite Caliz
Pittsburg
France
Stome
Postal law violations spark Lorain intrigue
A Friday report that postal authorities pursue elite Lorain citizens for violations stirs excitement. Names are being withheld, but locals guard the post office seeking clues. Inspector Christian again settled several cases for $10, with one father reportedly begging the inspector not to reveal his name.
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Lorain
Christian
Conference on sidewalk taxes in Lorain summarized
Attorney Fauver of Elyria held a conference with Lorain city officials over sidewalk taxes on land once owned by Lorain Stone Co The company argues the city taxed beyond legal authority Fauver asked the auditing department to compute the difference for council meeting Monday night.
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Fauver
Elyria
Lorain
Lorain Stone Company
New Traction Line Promises Big Dover Township Expansion
The Suburban Improvement Company transferred parcels in Dover township to the newly formed South Lorain & Eastern Traction Company. The deeds yesterday grant ten and one quarter square miles for a street railway, with active spring work planned and New York financiers reporting strong support to build the line. The route will unlock extensive farming lands currently lacking rail service.
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Suburban Improvement Company
Dover Township
South Lorain & Eastern Traction Company
Cleveland Capital
Improvement Company
Traction Company
Traction Ne
New York
Mrs. J. P. Ladd Moves to Belden After Indictment
Mrs. J. P. Ladd leaves Lorain for Belden with the husband indicted on embezzlement from K. B. Company. Neighbors and relatives sent aid, packing the family goods for relocation to Belden where she will make her home.
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J. P. Ladd
Grand
K. B. Company
Lorain
Belden
Ladd
Byal
Yeas
Six twins and a triplet birth in Canton
Mrs. Joy and her husband welcomed twins Thursday, making their fifteen children from fourteen pregnancies, with six sets of twins and one set of triplets. Four of the fifteen are living, and the mother is under 35.
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Canton, II
Chas
Joy
Parson vs Beauty Doctor Quip Noted in Courier Journal
Louisville Courier-Journal quotes a hammy exchange where a porch philosopher contrasts the parson’s moral cure with the beauty doctor’s cosmetic remedy, noting the clash between soul and complexion in local chatter.
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Louisville Courter-Journal
Kidney Health Claim for Hindipo Remedy Ad
An advertisement proclaims Hindipo cures for Brights disease gout gravel dropsy and nervous troubles caused by sick kidneys. It asserts a guarantee and offers delivery by mail with a 50 cent pre paid charge or six boxes for 2.50. The copy credits H A Dykeman of Broad Street as the proponent and promises a full trial with no work paid if unsuccessful.
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Bright
H A. Dykeman
Hroad Street
Baltimore and Ohio A A Time Table Notice
Train No 11 runs via Akron with Pullman and Parlor Cars. Tickets available from G A Dachtler station ticket agent note Sunday operation and flag rules.
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Baltimore & Ohio
A. A
Runa
Akron
Pullman and Parlor Cara
Dally
G. A. Dachtler
Cleveland & South-Western Trainions Do Elyria and Beyond Schedule
The Cleveland and South-Western Trainion Company lists frequent Elyria to Public Square Cleveland departures from 6 AM with 8:40, 10, 12, 2:40, 4:40, 6 PM options and reverse runs to Elyria at 3:30, 10:30, 12:40, 2:30, 4:30, 6:30 PM. Elyria to Oberlin, Welling, Lorain, North America, Grafton, Birmingham and Norwalk Limited services run on varied hourly or half-hourly patterns. Saturday and Sunday late-night services end around 11 PM.
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Care
Elyria
Publiquare
Cleveland
Quarly
Cleveland Kustedy
Cara
Public Square
Wourly
Elyria Lindreds
Oberlin
Moan
Welling
Lorain
North Ambera
Grafton
Birmingham
Bortta Reigh
Norwalk
Lake Shore Railway Time Table Dec 21 Update
The Lake Shore Railway schedule shows Elyria to South Lorain Beach Park and Cleveland with multiple departure times from early morning to evening. Beach Park runs include a 2:00 PM service, and Cleveland departures at roughly noon and midafternoon, with various car times listed.
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Lorain Street
Elyria
South Lrain
Beach Park
Clevela
Cleveland
Private sales method for household goods emphasized
Private sales for household goods are described as easily effected through a sale column. The text promotes private methods as good business for selling old items.
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Allens
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Gold Dust
Mechanic St
Elyria, Ohio
Conference About Taxes
I. A. Dykeman
Moerlein
Champney
Holland
Creeks
Chichester
Penny Royal
Druraies Chisheater Chemical Co Sa
Shener
Akroito
Washingto
Anos
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Sganzeacas
Aanae Ham
Baaesers
Saao ‘Geagess Jeenenge
Ang
Bo Sarrasass
LS. & M.S. Baily
Epfecy
N. ¥ & Hoston
Toledo
Buffalo
B. de
Michigan
Sandusky Division
Boston & YF Os
Toledo Accommodadations
Western Express
Dai Yoveeserse Seseees LL
Clevaland & Cerrals Express
Sandupky
Norwalk Accommoda
Pacific Expesa
Peruuchy
Smith
Plaxtine
Pho Grafius
Soo Cole Chih
Ludt
Lewe
Guin
Wellington
Uiut
L. Bae “Db
D& Lines
Don
Uties
Liam
Nyt
Dutiday
Cleveland & South-Weste
Trainion Company
Lake Shore
Mivctrie Railway
Lorain St. R
Gare
Cara Fianty
Patrick
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