Cyclists anxious for more S C W meetings in Lowell notes
The Lowell crowd of 3000 at the S C W bicycle meet proves the sport's popularity, with 78 entries, suggesting extra races may be staged as Lowell has no baseball at the Fair grounds this season. The New England club enjoys wide renom de continent, and its entry lists impress beyond Boston. The note mentions other boxing and cycling events, with figures like Erne and McGovern, and plans in Springfield and Charles River Park for upcoming matches and races.
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Rock Island Threat Echoes O'Brien Style
A threat is issued in Rock Island promising to deal with a target just as O'Brien did, signaling intent to prevent a return and urging readers to place a bold wager on the outcome. The remark reveals a menacing stance and potential vigilante undertone without detailing the method.
Little Dick Clips Three Seconds From His Mark at Old Orchard
At Old Orchard Maine July 17 a fast program produced 13 heats with many quicker than expected times. Little Dick won the 2.14 trot after Eth Bel led, lowering Little Dick’s mark by three seconds. Dark Wilkes cut to 2.12 in the opening heat, Pilot Medium Jr. caused a wreck in a pond cart heat, and Biggs engineered a 2.09 heat.
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Cuppys Pitching Delivers Easy Victory Over Quakers
Boston defeats Philadelphia 4 to 0 in six and a half innings as Cuppy shines on the mound. Key moments include Lajoie fanning with three on to end a sixth inning threat and Delehanty driving in two runs on two-base hits. Hamilton and Long steal bases while Delehanty is hit by a pitch. Piatt yields five walks as Boston takes early lead and holds on. Attendance 2,120.
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National League results show varied city matchups and scores
In Philadelphia, Philadelphia 4 defeats Boston 9 in a National League clash. Brooklyn edges New York 13 to 0 after a Brooklyn home game. Pittsburg beats Chicago 2 to 0. Rochester defeats Syracuse 5. Providence over Hartford 2 to 1. Worcester falls to Springfield 1 to 5. Montreal defeats Toronto 9 to 5. Buffalo bests Minneapolis 8 to 6. Detroit defeats Milwaukee 5 to 4. Cleveland beats Kansas City 3 to 1.
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Nashua Harness Meet Opens as Geste and Dan Westland Prevail
Opening day at Nashua Driving Park features Zemora favored in 2.15 trot but Gagnant and William I prevail. In the 2.32 trot Geste looked set to win before a sulky break, while Dr. L. takes the race after a wave of trouble. Dan Westland and Cricket contest the 2.20 pace, with Marshanl toppling initial heats before Westland clinches a tough six heats race.
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Fitzsimmons Ruhlin Battle Set At Madison Square Garden
Madison Square Garden in New York will host the Fitzsimmons Ruhlin bout on August 10 with the Twentieth Century club awarded the fight for 50 percent of gross receipts. West Chester club bid 75 percent plus picture privilege but fighters accept 75 percent at any venue. Fitzsimmons and Madden to sign articles tomorrow afternoon with the club.
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Blue Ribbon Meeting Postponed in Detroit
Detroit Michigan July 17 Today's program of the blue ribbon meeting of the grand circuit including the Merchants and Manufacturer's stake trot postponed until tomorrow due to rain. Before the downpour the second heat finished in 2.19 with Cornelia Belle winning in 2.16 Palm Leaf placed second Maggie Anderson third Carey C and Cornelia Belle have one heat each.
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Bradley Martins Tax Case Review In Supreme Court
Justice Dugro signs a writ of certiorari directing the tax board to review its action assessing Bradley Martin for 200000 dollars of personal property for the coming year. Martin claims nonresidency and exemption from personal taxes, stating he is a resident of Scotland and not engaged in business in New York.
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A Fierce Spider at the London Zoo
The Sudan supplies the insect house with a fierce arachnid intermediate between a spider and a scorpion. Confined in a glass case, it has five pairs of legs, pale color, and burrowing habit as it scrapes earth with fore legs, described as Galeodes by the London Daily News.
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Irishman on a weighing pig remark in Tit Bits
An Irishman jokes about his pig not weighing as much as expected in Tit Bits. The remark is quoted with a comic twist and appears alongside an advertisement note asking readers to tell advertisers they saw their ad in the Courier.
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Piloting on the Mississippi in old times and skill
An excerpt from the New Orleans Times-Democrat reflects on river piloting aboard the Mississippi. An aged pilot explains instinctive knowledge gained from years on the river, shoals that shift, and the tricks of steering by shore points and a compass, noting the fading era of famed pilots.
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Missouri mineral wealth and Renault's lead discovery
In 1723 Renault prospected Missouri for silver but led to a surge of lead mining in the southeast. Lead mines fueled transport to Fort Chartres and New Orleans, laying the groundwork for Missouri’s mineral wealth. Missouri ranks high in producing many minerals beyond silver.
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Old Time Songs Move Hearts Of Generations Past
A tribute to enduring melodies linked to Lady John Scott Spot tiswoode who died at 91. The essay reviews beloved ballads and tender songs from Burns to Moore, noting female composers and the cultural reach of tunes like Annie Laurie and In the Gloaming while touching on Cuba's 19th century woes and education. The article blends nostalgic song lore with social critique from the Atlantic Monthly.
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Dragon air ship to be launched from Fort Myer post
Washington correspondence reports the Dragon, a new aerial warship devised by Lieut. Von Siegsfeld, will debut this summer from Fort Myer. The vessel blends kite and balloon ideas, features a 75 by 25 foot cotton envelope with a two-chamber gas system, and carries two observers to heights of about 434 yards.
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Conditions in Cuba Under Spanish Rule as Per July Atlantic
The July Atlantic describes Cuba under Spanish rule with a military autocrat backed by armed forces. A shadow home rule persisted via a civil administration from state to municipal levels. The judiciary served the government, courts were slow, and taxation favored the aristocracy while burdening business and consumers.
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Hummingbird Pets And Their Wild Liberty
A Chicago Record correspondent recalls keeping several vivid green and red hummingbirds named Bob as pets. The birds nested in an orange tree, learned to fly, and followed him into the house where they fed on nectar and sugar, perched on the sugar bowl, and even woke him with their buzzing before gaining their freedom.
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Debut of Mme Bernhardt pupil Binda Excites Dramatic Circles
In New York theater gossip the pupil of Sarah Bernhardt, Binda, wife of leading man Francois Lebargy, slated to debut as Juliet beside Bernhardt. The debut, praised by Bernhardt and her mentor, marks her as a rising stage star, with Maude Fealy set to be America's youngest leading woman next season. Fealy, slender offstage but assured onstage, has many offers including London with B Willard and key roles in Caleb West and Quo Vadis.
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Co-Author David Belakco Linked With Keerton Castle Styles
Announcement states David Belakco will appear as co-author with Keerton Castle on several pages. The Bath Comedy contract begins with papers signed, securing Belakco for America and England. The work promises lively wit, vibrant incidents, and Sheri daneeque drama throughout.
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