35 Cars to Race on the Long Island Motor Parkway
The Vanderbilt Cup event opens the Long Island Motor Parkway with 35 cars racing a 25 mile circuit through Westbury Jericho Locust Grove Woodbury and Plainview. Spectators crowd Garden City and Nassau County with special trains and a grandstand seating 5000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Long Island Motor Parkway
Amerika
New York City
Long Island
Motor Parkway
Westbury
Jericho
Locust Grove
Woodbury
Colyer's Corner
Plainview
Nassau County
America
Garden City
Central Park
Bethpage
Massapequz
Parkng
Taney
Park Way
Isksville Road
Wstbury Turnpike
Oma Westbury Road
Jerichoi Turnpike
Logust Grove
Parkway
Lorimer
Inone
Chalmers
Hilliard
Lancia
Seaman
Isau
Long Island Railroad
Nassau
Is Parkway
Lator Parkway
Chardwick
Willie Haupt
Isotta
Herbert Lytle
Simplex
Lescault
Hotchkiss
Kilpatrick
Knox
Renault
Lewis Strang
Itala
Lechleitner
Jeadow
Brook
Garford
C. Doty
Allen-Kingston
Hughes
Cleeland
Chevrolet
Bourque
Rainier
L.brow
Peterson
Moon
Pavis
Palmer & Singer
Howard
Stoddard
Dayton
Miller
Tuttle
Buick
Khox
Detroit
Sharp Arrow
Sharp
Bowers
Mitchell
Zirbes
Kirchoff
Maxwell
Lee
Selden
Pennsylvania
Laynes
Wright
Using
Olney
Eases
Titus
Cameron
Cadil
Warnstaldt
Reo
Camache
Founders' Day Race Opens with Stock Cars In Philadelphia
The article notes a 200 mile road race in Philadelphia as part of the opening Motor Parkway events. Twelve entries plus a provisional entry George Saltzman, with Saltzman’s Thomas slated to step in if needed. Other race details list drivers and cars from American Locomotive to Kelsey Stoddard-Dayton and Miller Peerless among entries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Long Ea
Motor Parkway
Philadelphia
George Saltzman
Thomas
Salzman
Redoll
Kelsey Stoddard
Dayton
Miller
Robertson Iaig
Roche
Cubs and an Ready for Battle Chance Under Treatment
Detroit and Chicago teams arrive for the world series opening at Bennett Park with strong confidence. Manager Chance is hospitalized with a throat injury but expects to lead the Chicago club. Jennings in Detroit conducts final practice as tickets sell out and weather forecasts promise clear autumn conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Mich
Bennett Park
Murphy
Williams
New York
Michigan Cental
Uller
Chance
Chicago
Detroit Tigers
Reulbach
Hugh Jennings
Eedent F. J. Navin
Jennings
McGraw
New York Giants
World Series details as Commission meets for final arrangements
A teammate and Jennings friend sent a telegram praising the season and noting justice. Hotels fill with baseball fans, writers, and officials. National Commission members arrive from Cincinnati to meet at the Porchartrain Hotel and plan final arrangements for the game.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennings
Giants
National Commission
Porchartrain
Cincinnati
Pay Day for Giants Ends Offseason Salary Round
The New York Giants completed their season with final salary checks handed to players amid a disappointed crowd at the St James Building. A report of an injunction against the Chicago team was denied by President Brush who stressed sportsmanship and pennant integrity. The club plans benefits at the Polo Grounds Hippodrome and Keen's Chophouse, while ticket holders faced admission issues and possible lawsuits over reserved seats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
St. James
United States
Chicago
Detroits
Brush
Polo Grounds
Hippodrome
Giants
Herald Square Theatre
Knowles
Cleveland Abandons Postseason Series Plan
A telegram from John T. Brush approved a post season series between New York and Cleveland. After a late conference, Cleveland decided not to play since the team had disbanded and players were scattered, and Brush will be notified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Ohio
John T. Brush
New York
Cleveland News Today
Crush
Union College Wins 1908 Baseball Championship
Union College was formally awarded the 1908 baseball championship by the New York State Inter collegiate Athletic Association at Utica. The inter collegiate meet will be held May 22 under the Board of Managers. a cross country run between Union and Hamilton will occur for the first time on October 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York State Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Union College
Board of Managers
Utica
Union
Hamilton
New Park for Pirates in Pittsburg Opposite Carnegie Institute
Exposition Park to be converted into a railroad yard prompts Barney Dreyfuss and F. F. Nicola to buy a Janes plot near the Carnegie Institute for a new Pirates ball park. The 470 by 550 foot site sits on eleven acres with price rumored between $800,000 and $1,700,000. Papers must go to England for Schenley estate signatures. Carnegie as Schenley trustee will be required to sign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Pittsburg
Penn
Exposition Park
Barney Dreyfuss
Nicola
Schenley Esate
Wagner to Receive Pennant For Pittsburg Season
Pittsburg fans plan a small pennant presentation for Hans Wagner at Exposition Park tomorrow. Local business interests and friends attribute his personal contribution to over forty Pittsburg wins this season. A Millvale exhibition drew crowds as Wagner hit a long drive over a cow pasture fence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Pittsburg
Chicago
Detroit
Hans Wagner
Exposition Park
Warner
Wagner
Millvale
Giants Receive City Praise For Pennant Fight
Mayor McClellan writes to John T. Brush praising the New York National League Club for its championship chase. He lauds the players for their grit and spirit despite the outcome and extends heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for next season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John T. Brush
New York
Mclellan
Giants
Brush
City of
National League Baseball Club
Gerit
New York City
Knowles
Merraw
George B. McClellan
Nationals Pitch War of 1890s Baseball Leaders
The National Baseball Commission members traveled to Detroit for the opening of the world championship series. President Pulliam praised the 3 York team for rising from a low start to lead, commending the Pittsburgs for their late-season surge and noting Chicago faced injuries yet remained among the leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
National Baseball Commission
Detroit
Pulliam
Hegt
Pittsburgs
Clarke
Pittsburg
Chicagos
Chicago
Indoor season opens at Twenty second Regiment Armory
The Commercial Athletic Association hosts the first indoor games tonight at the Twenty second Regiment Armory. Events include new and closed races with a special co yard handicap for Twenty second Regiment Engineers. Open events welcome A A U members and Commercial Association members. Strong entries from major dry goods stores and mission houses expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twenty-second Regiment Armory
Commercial Athletic Association
Twenty-second Regiment Mngineers
Newe Armory
Jsus
Oh Mission Houses
Fishermen enjoy strong fall fishing offshore and shoren
The Taurus trip produced excellent results with captain Buckner and crew landing many blackfish and other fish, while Weston's crew also had strong catches. Offshore shark presence troubled nets near Boston Harbor, and North Shore reports noted bass runs improving with cooling water. Great South Bay anglers reported solid blackfish fluke and porgies as conditions remained fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taurus
Sea Bright
Frank Buckner
Michael Allen
Forckner
Thenhi
Weston
A. Braunstein
W. Shermn
G. Kline
Sound City
Larchmont
Long Beach
James
Archdracon Matick Gabriel Java Claims Kurdish Line
Archdracon Matick Gabriel Java says he is brother to Kurdistan's ruler and renounces Turkish allegiance. He describes himself as clergy and claims to seek U S citizenship with first papers granted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gabriel Java
Prese
Kurdistan
Asia Key
Federal Naturalizat Reau
Turkey
Distan
Ten Year Old Confined In School Closet
Peabody Mass reports a 10 year old boy was found locked in a closet inside a schoolhouse after faint screams and cries. A teacher, Miss Catherine Reynolds, faces inquiry and a special committee was appointed to investigate the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Peabody
Mass
M. Manuel
Catherine
Hatedk
Automobiles Long Island Railroad Train Service
Train service changes on Saturday October 29 affect automobile travelers. Officials warn of delays and provide alternative routes including increased bus connections and station advisories for riders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Long Island Railroad
Also Mentioned on This Page
H. P
Our
Palmer
Broadway
N. Y
Michigan Ave
Singer
Brighton Beach
Toval Captive
Court Lady
Golden View
Hill Top
Masecarada
Lady Selina
Affliction
Sanctus
Tronsides
Grandpea
Agent
Waterspeed
Denier
Bat
Malacca
Mark Gumberts
Nursery Yeece
Trance
Joe Madden
Field Mouse
Selectman
Practical and Statesman
Spectatress
Fpogurth
Rogeben
Baby Wolf
de Mund
Half Sovereign
Red River
Horece E
Delirium
Besom
Wise Mason
Fashion Plate
the Gardener
Garland
Fair Play
Frank Gill
Angelus
Tourenne
Master Robert
Brother Jonathan
Miss Cramford
Tony Bonero
Beaucoup
Norbitt
Okenite
Pbeauchere
Sailor Gol
Killiecrankie
Montclair
N. J
Automobile Club
Montclair Athletic Club
Valley Road
Hotel Montclair
Cubs
Pirates
Pittsburg Club
Carnegie Institute
McClellan
President Pulliam
Pierce ‘Arrow Cars
Pierce
Pierce Arrow
E. Ieel
Aline
Cimousine
THE
George N. Pierce Company
Association Licensed Automobile Manufacturers
Harrotps. Motor Car Co
West 54Th St
Madison Square Gard
New Jersey
Eviis Motor Car Company
Washington St
Newark
N.J
Commercial A. A
22D Regiment Armory
New Lon
S. Honk
Gov. Isl
New “England
Boston Harbor
Princip
Sprinkhay
Hass
Izen
Ic Turon
Ameri- Javahr
Kurto
Clobet
Pddingine
Inc. S
Tirh Sten Speviel
Greithe Ibek
Purehaset
Island City Stari
Bess
Brooklyn
Maple Flatbush Av
Ania
Holtan A
West 49Th St
Point Power Stock Car
Lottford and Cobe
Michener and Ly
Lozier
Lozier Motor
Ton Beach
Smelser
Lynchid
Lozock
Smelser and
Linkro
Fin
Mulford and
Coby
Annals of Racing
Dt. O
Ion
Ier
Pat
Erratich Ue
Detroit Cadillac Motor Car CO
Rainier Motor Car CO
Severa
B’way
56Th St
F. F. Goodman, Inc
River
West
Belmont Park
Flatbush Ave
Que
Elmore Haynes Garfori
Pullmai
Quinby
Stevens-Di
TFL
Cordner & Flinn, Iver
76Th St. & Broadway
Autocar Sales
Riverick Motor Co
B’ Way
Beth Sts
Columbus
Bway
Thomas White
A. Elliott Rainey, Co
Bist St
Automobile CO
Columbus Garford Motor Car
Bryant TH Lozier Motor Coo
Radway
Pth St
Monon
Motor Car Go
Cimiatti Brothers
Col al Co
Isotta-Fraschini
NAL LT Freres
B’ “Way &Sithst
Lacroix
Bryant “Motor. Co
West T
Bryant
B' Way
Col. Jite CO
Col
S & Supplies
Cut Picea
E. J. Willis CO
Park Place
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!