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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1900
Page
4
Coney Island Jockey Club at Sheepshead Bay races at 2 30 p m. Women's golf team match Nassau at Morris County and 70 men s team match Ardsley at Richmond County plus Canoeing annual meet Atlantic Division American Canoe Association Worcester Mass.
The United States Golf Association weighs whether pledging prizes won in amateur competition makes a man a professional. The case centers on A G Lockwood, winner of Baltusrol, who pledged prizes to secure a loan. Officials consider action, noting existing bylaws lack clear rules on prize pledging while highlighting past debarments and the need for a new rule. Nearby Knollwood tournament stakes and Garden City July championship loom as context.
Harvard team falters in forbidden outside matches losing 17 to 11 to Brookline Country Club of Boston. Brookline pro Alexander Campbell sets new course record, while Gardiner Hubbard and J G Averill lose. Brookline to host Royal Montreal Golf Club twelve-man side. Pro Findlay Douglas argues golf mastery possible for all, citing Harriman and Travis. Mount Anthony Golf Club hires Mungo Park as instructor. course opens this week. Harding prizes race at Laurence Harbor. North Jersey Golf League reports two Saturday matches Forest Hill and Elizabeth venues.
The New York Cricket Association pennant chase shows multiple clubs in contention as Montclair ousts Knickerbockers without their top batsman. Paterson Team A is seen as strongest when in form, with three clubs tied for the lead and the league’s strength uncertain.
Nemoline a Springfield mare faced stiff competition at Speedway Park against Dundess and other top trotters. She led early in the first heat but rival Dundess surged ahead to win. in the second heat Dundess again led before Nemoline surged late, with the day highlighting strong brushes and a dramatic finish.
Trainers at Sheepshead Bay found little work on a dreary Sunday as rain drenched the track. Only a few horses ran in heavy mud while Kinley Mack and Jean Beraud drew attention for public performances and postrace comments from owner and trainers. A large field eyed Chicago’s upcoming Washington Park Derby with James, Pupil, Goldone, and others set for the three-year-old division.
Harlem River clubs enjoyed ideal weather for rowing with many training for upcoming races. Valencia Boat Club members completed a 31 mile voyage around Manhattan, while multiple clubs prepare boats and crews for the National Regatta and Long Island Regatta. Funds, facilities, and new shells are being organized as clubs consolidate leadership and push for strong showings in July and August.
Columbia University crews may not race at the intercollegiate regatta if $400 is not pledged by undergraduates and alumni. Manager Walter L. Oakley has already raised enough for four days in Poughkeepsie, but the varsity could return to New York without competing. Freshman prospects look brighter as most of their support is secured and they plan to race Cornell and Pennsylvania.
Financial strains threaten Columbia's regatta participation as alumni withhold funds after Dr Peet's resignation. Meikleham's coaching has revived effort and technique though faults persist. Edward Hanlan may become next coach to end graduate control, with crews training and selection ongoing at Nelson House.
The New York Yacht Club will hold Glen Cove cups races tomorrow with 11:30 am start. Entries must be filed with the Regatta Committee at the clubhouse by 5 pm today. Prizes awarded in each class and for 30-footers owned by members. Courses and flags described. marks red flagged.
Tommy West and Billy Hanrahan, middleweights, clash tomorrow night at the Seaside Sporting Club in a twenty five round bout. A twelve round preliminary fuels the show. A heavyweight duel between Tom Sharkey and Gus Ruhlin is also scheduled at the Seaside Club in June. Both fighters are training and in good condition, promising strong interest.
Miss Gast of the Century Road Club of America completed a 1000 mile ride yesterday at 11 23 am in good condition despite rain delaying her by four hours. She covered the distance in 03 hours 87 minutes, slept 10 hours 15 minutes, and weighed 125 4 pounds at finish from 122 pounds at start. Last fifty miles rode without a stop. pacemakers included Mrs Johnson and others. weekly chiefs were S L Stewart William Brown and Gus Egloff.
An unusual bicycle accident on Marketst hill yesterday left two riders colliding while avoiding a carriage. After a dispute over fault, the rider coming up the hill admitted fault and exchanged front wheels with the other cyclist to end the matter.
A Sunday cycling parade across several boroughs faced poor turnout due to morning rain and lowering clouds. Riverside Drive and Central Park paths were rideable, with Park rose gardens in full, fragrant bloom attracting crowds. Police noted faster riders, including two women on a tandem, as rests and new racks drew rider ire and repairs to Flatbush Avenue progressed.
Orlando Stevens of Ottumwa Iowa swept the pro events at the Vailsburg track near Newark winning the quarter mile and the professional match against Jay Eaton in straight heats. C F Offerman of Brooklyn won the novice race and J P Jacobson of New Haven took the two mile amateur handicap.
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