Promoters consider Sharkey Gardner clash in Frisco
San Francisco talks of a card with Sharkey and Gardner as opponents while fields shift for who meets Sharp Joe Root. Corbett era odds stir prep news as injuries, contracts, and potential bouts unfold across Louisville Denver and Oakland with managers weighing timely matchups.
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Alex Greggaing
George Gardner
Jack Root
Lowell Boy
Green
Tom Sherey
Gallos
Gardner
Greegulns ix
Shar
Key
Corbett's
Peter Jurkeon
Morgan Williams
Denver
Wtembir
Acme Club of Oak
Ren Tre
Peter Jackson
Islarke Williams Thaw
Cro
Alameda
Elly Edwards
al Merford
Jackson
al Neill
Iim
Tim Hegerty
Kid McFad Gee
Woodward's
Bruen Dismissed as Kinloch Race Startcaused Stormy Protest
In Kinloch racing the second and third races sparked a blaze of protest from spectators and bookmakers over Starter Bruen. General Carmody then took charge of the starting gate after race three. Schwalbe won the St Louis Brewing Association stake by six lengths over Captin Gaines and Star Cotton.
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Bt. Loum
Sug
Bruen
Kinloch
General Stanseer
PJ. Carmody
St. Louis Brewing Association
Schwalbe
Bruca
Captin Gaines
Star Cotton
Racing at Hawthorne Chenango and Hawthorne meet highlights
Chicago racing carried August 3 featured Harry New in the 115 pound tire handicap at Hawthorne with a four length margin over Jane Holly the Water Edge just a head back for third Lady Churchill led a field of eleven two year old fillies at EEE maps despite heavy odds Haverhill Shoot Closes soon after in Haverhill Mass the interstate trap shooting tournament concluded Horace Kirkwood Boston posted the day’s high score breaking 298 of 225 shots Other notes reference challengers in boxing and baseball but details are fragmented
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Chicago
Chenango
Harry New
Hawthorne
Jane Holly
Water Edge
New
Bockies
Lady Churchill
Baverhill
Haverhill
Mass
Aug
Horace Kirkwood
Boston
Offers and salary talks tied to Baltimore mask plan
Hath and Brasbear of ist Howe am have received offers. Hath was told what could be done the mask for the Baltimores, and that an advanced salary of more than $200 per month would be made. The wires were used and a reply was received Me Grawew York entered into communication. Eeier Roth.
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Brasbear
Ist
Howe Am
Baltimores
York
Eeier Roth
Dan Patch Beats Two Minute Mile At Grand Circuit Meet
The Grand Circuit meet at Croucht town saw Dan Patch pace to a 1 59 1/4 mile time near the world record. Myron McHenry drove the famous stallion as star Pointer’s record stood five years. A large crowd witnessed the fast track and tense finish with the runner struggling to keep up.
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Star
Star Pointer
Myron McHeary
Mr. Sturged
New York
Ralshas
Dan Patch
Myron McHenry
Phen
bin Mahe
Oey
National League clash with chaotic Philadelphia slate
Philadelphia defeated New York amid erratic calls as Mc Ginnity argued with umpire Ir onhes Judgement before reconsidering. Sparse notes mention Bowerman and Brooklyn batters, while Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, and St Louis suffered losses.
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Philadelphia
New York
McGinnity
Bowerman
Detroit Tigers and Orioles tangle in rough game action
Detroit and Baltimore clash in a high error game with wild throws and renting of muffed chances. Attendance 240. Highlights include strong pitching by Howells and Sudhoff, with St Louis and Baltimore each reaching double figures in hits.
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Imine
Paradelphia
Cleveland
Arthy
Gochnaver
Cod
Townsend
ST. Louis
SL Louis
Bowett
Troy
Sudhoff
Baltimore
Howell
Boy Cured of Colic After Doctor Failed
A four year old boy suffered stomach colic with cramps until a physician’s treatment proved ineffective. He recovered after a home remedy and a tincture of salt and a suggestion of Chamberlain's Colic, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. Salt sold by all druggists.
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Sheil Lake Lumber Co
Ell
Futurity Stakes Draws Record Entries at Sheepshead Bay
New York August 30 The futurity for a stake over 365000 at Sheepshead Bay will be run as the fourth race today with thirty one entries. Jockeys and trainers from Keene Belmont Whitney and Duryea fields jockeys, with Payne the Whitney colt among favorites. Belmont three, Keene five, Whitney two. Payne is a promising long shot favored in antepost bets as public interest soars for this six furlong classic.
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Sheepshead Bay Track
Proctor Knott
Rfoundy
Domino Galllee
Dobbins
Bet Hiveuter Decue Euler
Ae Belmont
GE Miszen
Builnany
A. Belmont
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Merre
Reel Cochran
Savabee Ened
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O'Connor
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Invincible
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Igonia Burch
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J. Eyoris Royal Summons
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Coney Island Jockey Club
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Belmont
Fire Water
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Lord of the Vale
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Duryea
Insh Lad
Acetus
Medal
Payne
John A. Drake
West
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John Madden
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Merry Reel
Stert
Yankes
Saratoga
N. Y
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Kid Weiler
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Wilson
Payne Attel
Fey Colt
Senator O'Brien
Colonel Pepper
Charlie Ellison
John W. Scherr
Meddier
Madden
Sil Payne
Henry T. Oxnard
Best Suger Mo Seid
Public racing notes and injuries from Ascots and summer stakes
The report records racehorse lineage and form highlights with half-brother relations and recent placings. It notes Invincible and other runners competing at Hurst Park and Great American stakes, with several horses unplaced and trackers noting track conditions and potential scratches including Salvator and Enoch Wishard.
Judge Horton Failing Health Signals End Near
Judge A H Horton is weakening rapidly with physicians warning he may not survive. Reports say he remains sinking and could die at any moment as doctors monitor his condition.
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A. H. Horton
Iis
Market Report: Wheat and Corn Prices Steady as Demand Narrows
Chicago market note shows wheat trading mixed with profit taking and near term gains on September futures. December contracts hold firmer with scarce feed quality stocks and cooler weather limiting harvest. Corn prospects improve on better weather but receipts remain light. oats and barley steady. Pork futures edge lower with slight price support from futures markets.
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Chicago
Wa Tewe
Paris
Oplum
Gig la SeSipte
Minnneapolis
Duluth
C- Cohn
Ems
Imber
Sagaaic
Sheep Market and Livestock Prices Amid Rural Trade
Market notes describe sheep receipts and lamb prices with steady demand. It lists poultry and dairy items, eggs, peaches, potatoes, wool, and regional price references. The fragmentary itemizes goods like beef, goats, and market terms, reflecting a rural commodities listing.
Immigrant Lands After Immigration Ruling
New York August reports a ruling permitting an immigrant to land after a court decision. The case involved Maris Burgio, who, after citizenship, faced concerns about future female immigration. Authorities fear broader access may follow.
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New York
Maris Burgio
A Pattern Treaty With British and Chinese
A brief note discusses a pattern or treaty involving Britain and China amid wartime or trade concerns. The fragment mentions relations between the British and Chinese and hints at negotiations or agreements shaping their interactions.
City History Highlighted in Fort Leavenworth Day
A Monday program centers on city history with key figures like Frank P. O'Hare and the Organized Capital Lawrence. Projections suggest attendees from local points, with Fort Leavenworth hosting the Stethen band as a notable event.
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Paget pAairess
Frank P. O'Hare
Lawrence
Ted
Stethen Band
Fort Leavenworth
Prizes to Be Given for Labor Day Contest
A prize list for the Labor Day event outlines rewards across multiple contests. Prizes include razors, coffee, umbrellas, pockets knives, shoes, hand satchels, and more, funded by local merchants and firms such as Topeka Cash Goods, Brown & Walker, and E. Warren. The committee notes several events like throwing the hammer, rope climbing, and bicycle races with specific articles as awards.
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Chas
Wardia
Warren M Crosby
Setry & Mortons
J.C Enifett
CC Hubbard
Topeka
Topeka Trunk Factory
E. B. Gutta
A. Spaeie
GUN Club Sa Bey Cooke Coy
Red Hat Por Ireland and Catholic Representation
New York reports changes in Catholic representation amid rising Catholic numbers in the United States. The piece notes 6,900 Catholics with two representatives and suggests Ireland may receive the red hat while Boer generals begin travel to London.
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United States
Catholica
Australis
Ofsbens
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