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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1909
Page
7
Detroit reports Ty Cobb will not be a sensational showman this season. Fans still value his skill and daring but note a shift toward caution and steady play, with Cobb recognized for his lasting reputation rather than dramatic stunts.
The article analyzes Ty Cobb as an unpredictable star who thrilled fans with bold, risky plays. It argues a change in approach this season toward calculated, less reckless baserunning and smarter tactics will make Cobb more valuable to the Detroit Tigers, possibly elevating his 1907 1908 peak performance.
Tom Longboat, the Onondaga Indian from Canada, won a Madison Square Garden indoor marathon of 26 miles 385 yards after Alfred Shrubb collapsed in the 26th mile. Longboat finished alone in 2 hours 53 minutes 40 34 seconds, eight minutes behind Dorando’s record. The crowd roared as Shrubb led early, then faded, with Longboat steadily closing the gap and finally taking the victory.
Prohibition took center stage as the Utah House debated the Porter bill during a morning committee hearing. The measure, aiming to prohibit all forms of spirituous liquor, was referred back to the judiciary committee after heated discussion led by Brigham Clegg. The day also featured numerous introduced House and Senate bills on taxes, licenses, education, roads, telephone exchanges, and state agencies.
Philadelphia on February six reports Mike Murphy signs another top athlete Ramsdell a giant Texan who runs 100 yards in 9.4 seconds 220 yards in 22.5 seconds and shows football prowess He stands about 6 foot tall weighs 190 pounds and is praised as one of the best muscled athletes in Pennsylvania history.
Kaneag City February five at close of racing five teams led the six day event with 932 miles and 9 laps. Wiley and Cameron 932 miles 8 laps Senhouse and Wilcox 932 miles 7 laps De vonoviteh solo 27 miles. Leading pairs Kramer Morgan Hill De mara Rool Fogler Mitten Bardgett Palmer Walker. Mackay quit race due to a broken wheel.
At Santa Anita Park on a muddy surface, three favorites prevailed. John A won after a first-place finisher was disqualified in the fourth race, with Hasty Agnes placed second and Red Gauntlet third.
At Emeryville on February dates a fast two year old, English Mall, led but was disqualified for interference with War fare and others, finishing last while carrying rider aes Quinn to the Inaldefence. Scoville filed a foul claim as owner John Millen stood to gain thousands. the day featured several selling races with Plausible winning the first, Judge Quinn the second, Durgin the third, and Dollie Dollars the fourth.
Race notes show finishes and times with names such as Clark Keo Coan Warfield and Yang. Mentions Descomnots Yakima Belte and others, but text is garbled with times like 1 16 and 1 77 45.
Charley Oita the Australian was defeated by Hartling Hurley of New Jersey in a tough hammering lightweight fight at the National Athletic Club. The bout was fast and fierce throughout all rounds with Hurley gaining the decision.
Winnipeg reports that Canadian railways have abolished half fare permits for clergymen. The move ends special pricing once offered to religious leaders, effective immediately.
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