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New York Times

Location

New York, New York, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1908

Page

5

Coler and Hurley in $10,000 Borough Loan Probe

Borough President Bird S Coler and Hurley vice president of the Borough Bank of Brooklyn faced a Purchasing inquiry over a $10,000 loan to Coler on Oct 9 1906 the same day a $24 168 55 sewer contract payment was expedited. Commissioners say private public ties risk public service and refer to District Attorney and Governor for action.

Commissioners of Accounts McClellan William S. Hurley Borough Bank of Brooklyn Bird S. Coler Hurley Coler Knickerbocker Avenue H. A. Rutan & Co 2Zutan & Co Borough Bank Rutan & Co M. D. Madsen Madsen Borough Hall Tia Bruce Crane Crane Ther Knickerbocker Horough W. H. Coler & Co Fie Frurley Yinr McCocey Air McCooey Withington Controller’s Creuzbaur Creagbaur Finance Department Department of Finance Osler Prover

Bargain Sale of Boys Shoes Weathered by Storm

A store reports a large stock of boys Oxfords and children's shoes remaining after a stormy day. Inventory lists 2290 pairs, with 343 at $4 value, 1489 at $3 and $3.50, and 458 at $2.50. Sizes 9 to 13% are $1.65. Three Broadway Stores on Warren Street, 43rd Street, and 4th Street.

Broadway Warren St

Old jockey found dead in New Jersey pond

David Taylor, a former English jockey and Derby winner, was found in Bunker Hill Pond Paterson on August 26. The body showed signs of struggle with head injury and folded coat on shore. Police investigate. acquaintances doubt murder, suggesting possible self harm. He came to the United States to race, winning major races.

New York Times Paterson N. J David Taylor Bunker Hill Pond Taylor

Jockey George McFarland Among 16 Homeless in Harlem Freight Cars

Sixteen men found sleeping in New York Central freight cars at 188th Street yards were arraigned before Magistrate Finn in Harlem Court. After questioning, they were discharged with a warning. One inmate identified as George McFarland, a jockey, said he rode for Johnny Madden but was ruled out in California and asked for a place to sleep.

New York Central Railroad 188Th Street Finn Harlem George McFarland Aurther Johnny Madden California

Long Island Motor Parkway Disclaims AAU Involvement

W G McAdoo, LI Motor Parkway director, declares the parkway is an independent commercial highway, not allied with the AAU or Automobile Club of America. The parkway will rent its facility to clubs, which may set entry rules, while the parkway itself will avoid taking part in the dispute.

W. G. McAdoo Long Island Motor Parkway Company Long Island Motor Parkway Automobile Club of America Long Island Motor Farkway Motor Parkway

Thomas Enters Brighton Twenty-Four Hour Race

The Harry Houpt Company announced a Thomas car will race at Brighton Beach on Sept. 11 and 12. Drivers Montague Roberts and Stanley Martin will compete, with Charles Swain replaced by Gen. John T. Cutting after an accident. Other entries include Lozier Fiat Stearns Simplex Isotta Renault and more.

H.R. Thomas Harry {. Heupt

Frank Goldie wins three mile pro roller race at St Nicholas Rink

Frank Goldie won the three mile professional roller skating event at the St Nicholas Skating Rink on West 26th Street near Columbus Avenue. He led from the start and finished half a lap ahead of Willie, who fell near the end. Jay Burke of Brooklyn finished third with a time of 10:58 2-5.

Frank Goldie St. Nicholas Skating Rink West Xty-sixth Street Columbus Avenue Goldie Willie okDur Jay Fred Burke Brooklyn Gulidie

Brilliant finish wins for Giants in hill fight

Marel Hite as a coach capt Dontin answers appeal from his wife with single that ties game. Trouble in sixth. National League standings list New York 69 42 .622. Cincinnati 58 58 .491. Pittsburg 66 46 .589. Boston 49 65 .430. Chicago 67 47 .?. Philadelphia 59 49 .?. Brooklyn 40 71 .? The schedule shows New York at Chicago. Brooklyn at St Louis. Boston at Cincinnati. Philadelphia at Pittsburg.

New York Chicago Brooklyn St. Louis Boston Cincinnati Philadelphia Pittsburg St.eel Phila’phia

Baseball Schedule Reported Rain Impacts Several Games

In the American League two games between New York and Chicago and Billis-Boston were rained out. Detroit at Philadelphia Cleveland at Washington St. Louis at Boston and Chicago at New York were also listed with rain delays.

Standing of the Clubs

Detroit, St. Louis, Cleveland, Chicago, Boston, Washington, New York, Philadelphia showing win totals and percentages in a standings table. Teams listed with games played and records reflect the period’s league ranking.

New York Giants Rally Past Pittsburg for Fourth Straight

In a tense Exposition Park finish the New York Giants edged Pittsburg 4 to 3 to extend their pennant drive. A ninth inning surge, sparked by Doyle and Bresnahan, turned the game after Mabel Hite urged Donlin to swing. McGinnity started and Mathewson finished as New York overcame a three-run Pittsburg sixth.

New York Times Pittsburg Penn New York Pittsburgs Giants Calcoro Exposition Park Mabel Hite Mike Donlin Mike Brush Doyle Tive Taylor McGraw McGinnity Mathewson Leach Gill Wagner Devlin Rigler Oal O'Day Leich Abbaticchio Bridwell Tenney Seymour Young Barry Bresnahan Donlin Capt Doyle Firme Teever Thomas L Ol Doyle Clarke Bres Waener Qdonlin Gui Aridweh Gibson Leever Seeee

Chicago Wins Final Game of Series 6 to 4

Brooklyn misplays and selective hits plus sacrifices helped Chicago take the finale 6 to 4 in Chicago. The Chicago club received excellent support despite being hit hard overall and the game was noted in the afternoon program.

Chicago Brooklyn

Late rally gives Chicago edge as Brooklyn falters

Visitors sparked a seventh inning surge while Brown slumped. Hofman Lumley and Evers produced key hits as Chicago built a lead, then held Brooklyn to a string of goose eggs in the late innings. Total runs 6 to 7 in a tight pitchers duel, with Maloney and Ritter errors adding to the tally.

Brown Chicago Prooklyn - Abr Hofman Mheck Lumley Behulte Hummel Evers Jordan St'ni'dt OfLews Howard Ritter Tinker Maloney Pastor’s Maloney, Ritter Brooklyn Kling

Baseball League Scores Across Regions

PASTERN LEAGUE results show Newark and Toronto winning on the road in two games each. AMERICAN ASSOCIATION reports Columbus and Milwaukee victories while St. Paul and Williamsport post wins in multi game sets. NEW YORK STATE LEAGUE, TRI-STATE, and SOUTHERN leagues list numerous close outcomes including extra innings and weather affected games.

Rochester Newark Toronto Providence Baltimore Buffalo American Association Columbus Indianapolis Milwaukee Kansas City St. Paul Minneapolis Troy Binghamton Albany Syracuse Elmitra Elmira Wilkesbarre Entra Williamsport Wilmington Altoona Reading Harrisburg Trefton Johnstown Lancaster Southern Sealron New Orleans Atlanta Little Rock Nashville Mobile Birmingham Memphis Montgomery Tfitteem

Baseball League Announces Player Contracts and Releases

President Harry C. Pulliam of the National Baseball League announced approval of several contracts and releases. Contracts were made with Boston Becker and William H. Chappelle. Chicago acquired J. S. Near Floyd N. Kroh. Cincinnati added Jacob C Volz. Pittsburgh signed Robert G. Vail. St. Louis added Fred J. Gaiser. Releases include Chicago sending John L. Donohue to Boston and Brooklyn releasing Pembroke Finlayson to Brockton NEL.

Harry C. Pulliam National Baseball League Today Boston Beals Becker William H. Chappelle Chicago J. S. Near Floyd NM. Kroh Cincinnati Jacob C Volz Pittsburg Robert G. Vail St. Louis Fred J. Gaiser John L. Donohue Brooklyn Brockton Pembroke Finlayson

Orth to play with Lynchburg after release

Al Orth receives unconditional release from the Highlanders but plans not to retire. Returning home to Lynchburg Virginia he buys into the local Virginia League club and will serve as player and manager, having begun his pro career with Lynchburg thirteen years ago before reaching the majors.

al Orth Highlanders Currelesa-Wonder Lynchburg Lncal Orth

Mitchell Injured In Exhibition Game In Piqua

Michael Mitchell, Cincinnati National League right fielder, turned his ankle sliding into second base in an exhibition in Piqua. He sustained ligament damage likely to sideline him for the rest of the season as Cincinnati lost to the local team 10 to 3.

Piqua Ohio Cincinnati Michael Mitchell Mitchell Elidines

Open championship golf event at Myopia draws stars

Hamilton Mass August 26 A large field of nearly seventy professionals and about a dozen amateurs gathers for the United States open at Myopia Course. Defending champion Alec Ross faces challengers including Alec Smith Horace Rawlins and Walter J Travis. The tournament runs through Friday with 36 holes tomorrow and a final Friday conclusion.

Hamilton Mass United States Alec Ross Brae- Buen Club Newton Alec Smith Horace Rawlins Walter J. Travis H. W. Beveridge Cinque Parts Club Oxford Cambridge Myopia Fred Ford Scotland Willie Anderson Anderson Myopta Smith Myropta

White Mountain golf qualifier opens at Waumbek Club

Jefferson Illinois August 20 The qualifying round for the White Mountain golf championship starts tomorrow morning at Waumbek Golf Club. In today's Kickers' Handicap the concealed number was 72 with three ties: Daniel A. Davis Courtney Punderford and Fre A. Martin. Ties to be settled Monday with another concealed number.

Jefferson N. Il White Mountain Waumbek Golf Club Daniel A. Davis Courtney Punderford Fre . A. Martin

Water Sports Carnival at Chateau Beaux Arts

A Saturday carnival of aquatic events at Chateau des Beaux Arts begins at 2 50 p m on August 20. Noted swimmer Blaine Golding aims to beat a quarter mile record after recent Hudson crossing and Chateau records.

Chateau Beaux Arts Chateau Des Beaux Arts Blaine Golding the Hudson Chateau Misses Thiel Rose Pick Helen Weill Belle Sheridan Una Lorraine Ray Mulvey Eugene Kelley Harry Marten William Teyle Cortlandt van Dusen Thiei Malvey Deitrich Currier van Dusen Marten Kelley White Boyle Ferber Graham

New Blood Aims for Madison Square Garden Twenty Five Mile Race

The Fall race meet at Madison Square Garden opens with a twenty five mile professional championship lap race featuring Charles Sherwood back from Europe with a long list of victories and Elmer Collins, who has held pace through summer events. Sherwood is described as in great condition and confident, while Collins will also start alongside rivals MacLean Moran Butler and others.

Madison Square Garden Charles Sherwood Europe Elmer Collins MacLean Moran Butler

Featherweight title decided at Stadium as Bauer tops Frederick

In Sydney this afternoon Bauer defeated Frederick to win the featherweight championship of the fleet. The stake won by Tommy Burns in his fight with Bill Squires last Monday was paid today.

Sydney Bauer Frederick Tommy’ Burns Bill’’ Squires

Pigeon Sets Long Distance Homing Record to East Liverpool

Silver Bill, a homing pigeon owned by William McGonnigle of East Liverpool, reportedly broke the Denver to East Liverpool distance record at about 1,236 miles. The bird completed the flight in thirteen days and three hours, beating the prior best of fourteen days.

East Liverpool Ohio Silver Bill William McGonnigle Denver Col

Bryan Calls for Government Guarantee of Bank Deposits

A Times Want Ad compares deposit guarantees to Uncle Sam's promise to pay as a path to restore prosperity. The note reflects Bryan urging government guarantees to stabilize banks and reassure investors.

Bryan Uncle Sam Ady

Abad finish in mud as Brother Jonathan wins Melrose Stakes

Long race in heavy rain at Yonkers sees Whitney bred three year old Brother Jonathan prevail by a head over Moquette in the Melrose Stakes over one mile and a half. Trash finishes third as Old Honesty fades and the crowd endures raw weather and a dismal racing day.

Whitney Brother Jonathan Empire City Racing Association Yonkers T. W. Coulter Mocnette Old Honesty Maquette Trash Moquette Trash Finshed Rami D. Jones R. Doggett Coulter Light Fields Fravorites Sen Sir Joddington CH. Smith Kra Collens Robin Hood Gor Smith BeBe Se Csas Gol White Gilbert Bath Vera Peta Mir Carthy Jonathan Dugan Flash Upton Honesty W. Coulter Oh Ward Okonits J. Butlér Sebots Ans Dainty Dame Lally T Gilbert Indy Karma Kisysk Area del Monorle Dugag Custlewood A. Laog Lord Stanhope

Horse racing card with weights and entrants read aloud

A fragmented race program lists weights and horses for multiple races. Notable names include Lally Oykonite Sir Toddington George G Aan and Pink Ja among several entries across four to six furlong events with apprentice allowances noted in places. Detailed weights range from about 92 to 132 pounds with various entries per race.

Lally Oykonite Sir Toddington George G. Aan D'Arkle Hkilliecrankie Lad of Langden Aster D'Or Speeros Meidens Nelina Catherine Simpson End Enerss Bird of Fught I Merise Yankes Daucater Lady Swift Sty Nuriates Weateh Rock Casa Cameron Mariana Ardenia Pink Jay Dinners Molesey Estone Ovan Don Enrique Gienp Elicide Master Robert Laughing Byeres al. Muller Clover Crest Larkview Cobalt Arasee Coner Lou Your Jacobite Furiours Mtu Mloreal Hardis Mock Bay Srondack Dander Jme Lawdon Wiggins Nile Rockyto Sir ‘Fodvtington Cymbal Tea Leef Trrizette Crack Shot Lord Stenhone Sukey

Gift from Jockey Highlights Empire City Racing Notes

James Butler, president of the Empire City Racing Association, received a unique gift when jockey James Butler sent the whip used by Pinkola the winner of the first Empire City Handicap. A note explains the name similarity prompted the gift and the boy's pride in buying a Kentucky farm for his parents. Smith is reinstated after stewards' review while Radtke’s past year’s conduct is deemed not connected to Smith.

James Butler Empire City Racing Association Hays Mr. Butler Rody Pinkola Iutter Aleady Kentucky Andrew Miler Jockey Club Thomas Ish Newcastle Alex Smith Saratoga Smith Enmie Hermar Radtke Radtke

Keene Ships Third Batch of Castletown Horses to England

James R. Keene of Castleton farm Kentucky sends fourteen yearling fillies to England aboard the Atlantic Transport Line Minneapolis for Fall blood stock sales at Newmarket. The goal is to reduce his American breeding herd, not to establish a training stable in England, with past consignments fetching strong prices in the British market.

James R. Keene Castleton Farm Kentucky England Atlantic Transport Line Minneapolis Newmarket Keene Castleton Argentine Republic New York J. B. Haggin Elmendorf Mr. Keene

Fall Fasig Tipton Yearling Sale Opens at Sheepshead Bay

The Fall Fasig Tipton thor oughbred yearling sale begins at Sheepshead Bay with consignments from Catesby Woodford Raceland Stud and Col. E F Cissy Runymede Stud. Notable dams include Running Water Yankee Gi Memories Uncle Agile Alpena He Knows Albert Star Whimsical Blues Blue Girl Hollister Alcedo Melissa. Sires include Star Sheet Sir Dixon Bridgewater Star Ruby Orlando Ben Brush Tanzmeister Miller Mazagan Ogden and St Enox. The Gol Misteri Young group follows Aug 31 and Sept 1.

Fasig-Tipton Sheepshead Bay Catesby Woodford Raceland Stud Col. E. F. Cissy Runymede Stud Yankee Gi Agile Alpena Albert Star Blues Blue Girl Hollister Alcedo Melissa Star Sheet Sir Dixon Bridgewater Star Ruby Orlando Ben Brush Tanzmeister Miller Mazagan Ogden St. Enox Gol Misteri Young

Eastern New York Trotting Circuit Opens at Saratoga County

At the Saratoga County Wall track in Ballston New York on August 26 the Eastern New York Trotting Circuit opened with two events. Minnie Albert owned by R J Schulte Rhinebeck won the 2:17 class trotting and pacing with Orcid second Wild Wave and Prince fourth. best time 2 18 74. In the 2:30 class Mary Russell owned by G R Russell Lake George won with Rex Mar second Tired Wilkes third and Forizo fourth.

Ballston N. Y Aus New York Saratoga County Wall Minnie Albert R. J. Schulte Rhinebeck Orcid Wild Waves Prince Mary Russell G. R. Russell Lake George Rex Mar Tired Wilkes Forizo

Myopia Freebooters Lose to New Haven in Newport Polo

In Newport the Myopia Freebooters fell 1 1/2 to 5 to the New Haven polo team at the Westchester Polo Club. Hugh Drury starred for New Haven with five goals. Capt Dudley Carleton led Myopia. Mrs Reginald Vanderbilt and several society guests attended despite cold, rainy conditions.

New York Times Newport Myopia Freebooters New Haven

Tennis tournament results from Neagata on the Lake

International tennis tourney matches feature Niles the Harvard champion, Scarce, Johnston, Watrd and others. Results show Harvard, Toronto, Philadelphia players, and mixed doubles wins with notable scores and faces from Buffalo New York and Providence.

Neagata-On-The-Lake Ontario Ayr Niles Harvard Miles Tlarvard Parna Toronte Cleveland Arckner Philadelphia G—ir Johnston Philadedhia Smith Chieu Watrd Toronto Henshaw Providence Sunny Newt York Downer Mmisses Fairburn Wanger Evans Carrol

Quakers in Tennis Final at State Championship

BAR HARBOR Me August 26 Philadelphians reach the finals of the men's doubles at the Swimming Club by Thursday morning. Dixon and Kawasaki of the University of Pennsylvania beat Pennington Jefferson and Frederick Pearson of New York, while Robert S Patter and Cregg of Philadelphia defeated Clement Karnwell and Nerherson of New York in a fast match.

New York Times Bar Harbor Jay Pennington Jeierson Erederick Pearson New York Dixon Kawasaki University of Pennerdvenia Philadylihians Steader

North East Storm Delays National Tennis Championship Match

A heavy northeast storm interrupted the National tennis championship at the Casino in Newport. The semifinal between Ti0ats Wright of Boston and Fr. RB. Alexander of New York was postponed to tomorrow if conditions improve. Many players gathered while rumors of private wagers circulated around the event.

Newport R. T Wright Boston RB. Alexander New York Muncy Tarlurrow

National rifle team match results at Camp Perry

The United States infantry team won the national rifle team match at Camp Perry with 5,224 points. Navy placed second with 3,210, winning the Fletcher trophy and 200 dollars. Cavalry took third with 8,180 and 156 dollars. Marine Corps finished fourth with 3,111 and 100 dollars. Wisconsin riflemen led all National Guard teams with 3,078. Massachusetts came sixth, Naval Academy seventh, Pennsylvania eighth, District of Columbia ninth, Washington tenth, and Iowa twelfth.

Camp Perry Onlo Suu Obi A Navy Cavalry Aagathon Martine Corps Wisconsin Sechusetts Naval Academy Pennsylvania

Rousay Wins Great Ebor Handicap Plate

London reports Capt. Laing's Rousay took the Great Ebor Handicap Plate worth 5000 dollars for three-year-olds and up. A. Bell's Old China finished second and Mr. Thompson's Turbine placed third. Rousay opened as the 11 to 8 favorite.

London Capt. Laing A. Bell Mr. Thompson Turbine

Readville Trotting Races Postponed

Readville Mass August 246 The Grand Circuit races at Readville track were called off today due to a heavy northeast rainstorm. All events will be set over one day later.

Readville Mass

Soldiers in line for the Olympic athletes parade

Gen Fred D. Grant orders Coast Artillery units from Fort Hamilton and Fort Wadsworth to muster 2000 troops for a parade honoring the American Olympic team. The schoolboy division will assemble at 9 AM, with high school rifle teams leading, while cyclists and other amateur athletes seek positions. Roosevelt visit, outings, and a Century Road Club escort are noted alongside parade flag history.

Fred D. Grant Department of the East Tas Colt Harris Coast Artillery Fort Hamilton Ffty Fort Wadsworth United States Col. Fisher J. J. Dixon Miliitary Committee George N Wi Ingate Public Schools ‘Athletic League Ji Broadway East Side Emanuel Haug John J. McHuek Amateur Athletic Union Cluch John J. Walsh Pastime Athletic Club Wiliam F. Jacobs Century Road Club Algerica Mig Greene Avenue Brooklyn J. Fe Lerby Broadway New York City Sue Cohan Iympic Paul He Henkel President Roosevelt Oyster Bay Big Tim’ Sullivan Point View Grove College Point Gustavus T. Kieby American Olympiec Committee Ralph Rose California Wirl

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