Close Finishes Highlight Poughkeepsie Meet
Several events at the Poughkeepsie meet ended in tight finishes. The program featured competitive runs across track and field events with narrow margins determining winners.
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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Tribune
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1908
Page
2
Geers Drives to Narrow Trot Heat Victory at Grand Circuit
At the Hudson River driving park in Poughkeepsie on August 21, Geers behind Loyal surged from 100 feet back to win the 2:14 trot heat by a quarter second. Loyal won the second heat in 2:09 and remained safe in the third as Cereal prevailed in the 2:20 trot with Nelcyone second and Nancy Royce third. The program included several heats with top times of 2:12 to 2:14 and purses totaling $19,900 for the 2:20 event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geers
Loyal
Loval
The
Aloma
Composer
Marveletta
Vardetta
Furious fans cut coin back vengeance on manager
A crowd reacted violently after a decision by a team manager sparked anger among supporters. Fans reportedly attacked the cash box and targeted the manager, prompting security intervention and an investigation by authorities.
Des Moines Umpire Arrest Sparks Riot After Forfeited Game
Des Moines faced rioting as president John F. Higgins ordered the arrest of umpire Brennan after he refused credentials. Brennan forfeited the game to Sioux City 9 to 0, protests erupted at the box office, police restored order, and Brennan planned a false arrest suit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Presse
Des Moines
Moines
Sioux City
John F. Higgins
Brennan
Revival Steady Dan Report Shows Conservative Growth
New York August report notes trade and industry expanding with conservatism. Wholesale dry goods loosened by auction sales, but overall distribution and merchant purchases rise. Iron and steel output gains, shoe contracts solid, hides tight, leather firm, footwear demand improving in New England, western packers hides fetch good prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New York
R. G. Dun and Company
India
Red Sea
China
New England
Washington Defeats Detroit 3 to 1 in Baseball Game
Washington bunched hits and a walk off Willer in the first inning to beat Detroit 3 to 1. Johnson and Street shared pitching duties for Washington with Willet and Schmidt catching. In another tilt St Louis defeated New York 4 to 3 as late rallies settled the game with Howell and Smith opposing Lake and Blair. Umpires were Egan and Connolly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. H. E. St. Louis
New York
Howell and
Smith
Lake
Blair
Kleinow
Connolly
Chicago Beats Boston 8 to 7 In Pitcher Duel
Chicago won an uphill game from Boston 8 to 7 with three pitchers used by each side. Walsh pitched well for the visitors to gain the victory. Battery details include Smith Altrock Walsh and W Sullivan for Chicago and Cicotte Steele Burchell Carrigan for Boston. Umpires were O Loughlin and Hurst.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Chicago
Boston Today
Walsh
Smith
Altrock
W. Sullivan
Shaw
Cicotte Steele
Burchell
Carrigan
O'Loughlin and Hurst
Philadelphia Edges Cleveland In Ninth For Win
Philadelphia defeats Cleveland 8 to 7 after four singles off Ryan in the ninth. Cleveland tied twice but could not hold. Rhoades Berger Ryan N Clarke Bemis Coombs Dygart Vickers Schreck pitched, Sheridan Evans umpired.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Cleveland
Ryan
Rhoades
Berger
N. Clarke
Bemis
Coombs
Dygart
Vickers
Schreck
Sheridan and Evans
Chicago and St Louis Win Tight Ballgames
In Chicago on August 21 Linda man’s passes led to runs as Chicago edged Boston 9 to 8 with timely hits and fumbles. Batteries Reulbach Overall Moran and Kling Lindaman Ferguson and Smith. Umpires Ruderman and Rigler. In St Louis also on August 21, a ninth inning rally produced a 4 to 3 victory over Philadelphia after a double and two sacrifices. Batteries Lush Ludwig Carridon and Doomn. Umpire Snislie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Boston
Reulbach
Overall
Moran
Kling
Lindaman
Ferguson
Smith
Rudderham and Rigler
St. Louis
Philadelphia
R. H. E. St. Louis
Lush and
Ludwig
Carridon and
Doomn
Snislie
Davenport Races Close on Great Western Circuit
Davenport Iowa August 21 The Great Western circuit races closed this afternoon Red King caused an incident by throwing Driver Buckbee in the 2 08 pace and ran 5 1 2 miles before capture Don Roma won the 2 08 pace in straight heats Best time 2 06 4 Ray Seth won the 2 27 trot in straight heats Best time 2 17 %% Catherine Direct won the three year old pace Best time 2 13 12 Admire Miller Boy Montenet started and a Bryan clubs credentials committee member at Lafayette meeting plans to form a state league with a September 9 Indianapolis meeting for permanent organization Chairman Mr Hattery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red King
Buckbee
Don Roma
Carrie B
Queen Pomona
Rollins
Twist C. B
Richard Grattan
Cassie Richmond
Ray Seth
Annata R
Isabelle
Old Mark
Boquet Boy
Catherine Direct
Admire
Miller Boy
Montenet
Lincoln League
Indianapolis
League
Hattery
Rumor Says Fairbanks Ill in St. Louis
A rumor from St. Louis today claims Vice President Fairbanks has fallen ill. The report offers no official confirmation and cites anonymous sources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
St. Louis
Fairbanks
Chicago at Boston
Major league matchups feature Chicago facing Boston in a pivotal early season clash. The contest spotlights two storied franchises as they vie for momentum and pivotal regional bragging rights. A strong crowd is expected at the venue.
Toledo St Paul Doubleheader Ends In Tie
In St Paul on August 21 Toledo and St Paul split a twin bill with the first game Toledo scoring five runs to St Paul four and the second game ending 3 to 4. In Minneapolis on August 21 Goodwin faltered for Columbus as Minneapolis won 4 to 2 with Kihm wild throw aiding the decisive run.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
St. Paul
Toledo
Minneapolis
Indianapolis
Kansas City
Louisville
Milwaukee
Sees
Beves
R. H. E. Toledo
Nagle and Land
Hall J. Meyers
Hayes
Goodwin
Kihm
Louisville Beats Kansas City 11 to 3 In Lively Exhibition
Louisville overwhelmed Kansas City today in an Aug 21 game, scoring 11 runs to 3. Halla and Hughes, Carter and Crisp pitched. umpires Kerin and Bierhalter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Kansas City
Halla
Hughes
Carter
Crisp
Kerin and
Bierhalter
Vice President Fairbanks Spends Night in City Hospital
The vice president remained at Henrotin Memorial Hospital last Tuesday due to a cold. Dr. Futterer said there was nothing serious and Fairbanks left in good health after a precautionary overnight stay with no treatment needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henrotin Memorial Hospital
Dr. Futterer
Fair
Banks
Wright Took Little Trip At Le Mans Flight Demo
Wilber Wright returned to aviation after a forced pause following a prior accident. In a demonstration at Auvours he flew gracefully, reaching seventy five feet before landing without incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Lemans
Wilber Wright
Auvours
Hattery Named Committee Chairman
W. S. Hattery of this city is named as a committee chairman helping organize democratic clubs into a statewide federation.
Royal Neighbors Social Session Winners Named
The Royal Neighbors of America held a social session and dance last evening. Prize winners at cards were Miss Leona Eisart and Ora Brewer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Neighbors of
America
Leona Eisart
Ora Brewer
Phantom Detective melodrama at Nelson August 22
The Phantom Detective promises a gripping melodrama with detective heroism and novel twists. The show features thirty cast members, a chorus of girls, the American Newsboys Quartet, a live lions cage, and two carloads of scenery, presented by Rowland and Clifford Amusement company for a matinee and evening performance at the Nelson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rowland
Ts. Clifford's Big
Nelson
Columbia Stock Company Opens With On the Ranch
The Nelson theater presents the Columbia Stock Company in a popular priced program featuring refined plays and vaudeville. Opening Monday with On the Ranch, a breezy western life tale, including a romantic plot and a climactic final act. Matinees daily at popular prices. ladies admitted free Monday night under the usual conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson
Columbia Stock Company
Cubs Add Two Pitchers in Late Major League Moves
Chicago reports President Murphy added Forrest More and Haggerman to the Cubs before the purchasing deadline. Donahue was also claimed from Montreal and sent to Boston owner Davey. A separate note mentions the Valesquez sailing to Buenos Aires and a Keene Haggin stable valued at $500,000 with new quarters and an exercise track.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Murphy
Dick Cooley
Topeka
Haggerman
John Donahue
Montreal
Donahue
Davey
Boston Nationals
Buenos Aires
James R. Keene
James B. Haggin
Racetrack on Shipboard For Exercise At Sea
New York Aug 21 a racetrack on shipboard was built to exercise valuable horses during transport, creating a moving arena. The setup aims to preserve equine condition and provide sport aboard the voyage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Suit Links Tuberculosis to Rug Factory Work
Richard D. Evans sues a rug factory operator in Louisville for $25,000 claiming exposure to tuberculosis from unsterilized old carpets processed into rugs. The filing marks a novel line of damage litigation in local courts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard D. Evans
Beveridge Baby Born During Senator's Summer Visit
A son was born today to Senator and Mrs Albert J Beveridge of Indiana while they are stopping in Manchester Massachusetts for the summer selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Manchester
Mass
Albert J. Beveridge
Indiana
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Poughkeepsie
Geer
Kid McGregory
Alma
Poughkeepsie, N. Y
Hudson River
Alamo
Des Moines Club
Pire Brennan
Higgins
Fe At
Field
Canada
Logansport
William A. Witters
Court
Steady Dan Report
ING Trade
West
Brooklyn
Pittsburg
Cincinnati
Pittsburg Aesbare
York
Mies
American Association
Washington
Detroit
Willer
K. H.W. Wash
Johnson
Street
Willet
Schmidt
Egan
Roday's
R. H.E
R. H. B. Pittsburg
National League
Davenport
Great Western Meeting
Iowa
Bryan Clubs
Lafayette
Washinon
Battelles
Maddox
Gibson
Rucker
Bergen
O’day
Toledo-St. Paul
Pruitt
Wilson
Block
James
Kane
Mr. Fairbanks
Wright
League OF Clubs
W. S. Hattery
Laura ‘Leone
the Phantom Isci
Theatre Nelso
Central S Sees
pyoNe
Bancon
Columbia
the Ark Theatre
Moving Pictures
Broadway
Shanons
Brother Devan
Dog
Glydis Middleton
Earl Hyman
Comedienne
Animated Pictures
Phantom Detective
Rowland and Clifford Amusement Company
Columbia Stock.co
CUBS
Cub
Forrest More
Springfield
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Louisville, Ky
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