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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1909
Page
8
Large crowd at the Palr Grounds cheers favorites Booger Bed Ronz and others in a lively event. Eel wins the first race as fine thoroughbreds prepare for more betting action in the Potter Cafe Handicap today.
A muddled racing report details Booger Red, Ethel Day, and Mary F. racing on opening day. Ethel Day topples Booger Red by seven pounds, with a remarkable eight furlongs run in a swift 2 minutes 15. The card also notes Mary F. leading juveniles in the three furlong dash and Fore edging Havana in the five furlongs.
Fragmentary OCR lists horse names, jockeys, times, and placings with scattered figures and incomplete phrases. It mentions riders such as Medgare, Ud, Kirchtann, Winsett, Capen, and others, alongside bout figures and a $84 amount, but lacks coherent events or outcomes due to heavy text corruption.
Jockeys from Ogden headlining the event at Sylvan Park tonight with a spectators gala. Management plans a dance contest for jockeys and ladies, prizes for best dancer, and public turnout urged to support the racing meet and celebrate the sport.
In a May 7 game at Philadelphia the Phillies edged Washington 1 to 0 in a pitchers battle amid disputes with umpire Wort as Elberfeld clashed over a call and was banned for striking the plate umpire. Other scores included New York’s 4 3 win over Terston with late rally.
Chicago pitched the first shutout of the season for Chicage as rumors and names swirl of players like Hagerman, Moran, and Ballers amid a mixed Nationals slate. Philadelphia halted a winning streak with a late rally while Kean and Hrowkin starred for the visitors as the action moved through several cities and matchups.
In San Francisco, the Seals beat Portland 3 to 1 as apparent standout Bay area play produced a home advantage. Sacramento edged Los Angeles 4 to 2 in a tight contest despite Los Angeles pitcher Vernon stifling hitters. Vernon defeated Oakland in a separate May 7 game, continuing a run of shutouts against the A’s while Vernon’s Catterhami Lawrence Malraid La Longe contributed for the Southern club.
Portland defeated Vancouver 3 2 in Portland bragging rights with Remagee Murrey Hall and Blantey contributing. Spokane beat Tacoma 7 1 at Spokane with Ketlackey Osidiek and L RIE 14a noted. Seattle topped Aberdeen 9 3 in Aberdeen with Stever O'Brien and Scorr among scorers.
Devton May 7 A report that Mike Donlin would soon join the New York Nationals sparked strong reaction among players. Secretary Knowles would not comment but said the team would be strengthened if Donlin returns. He noted Donlin’s suspension issue could be resolved by a small fine after May 1 pending formal word from Manager Moettraw.
New York May 7 Freddi Welsh the English featherweight defeated John Frain of California in a fast ten round bout before the Palmade Forte club here. Confebt. continued on Pare Eight.
A note explains that subscribers owing less than one month on May 1 are ineligible for a free ticket contest. Subscriptions due at month end. those owing one month or more by May 1 are excluded. The Standard and Examiner contest closes on June 1, 1909.
A late evening recital by the deaf and blind school drew praise from all attendees. Superintendent Dries praised the event and noted the music department's role. Prof Tallantyne described how study used raised dots and other aids to replace notes in written music. The program featured pieces by Schumann and others, performed by students and instructors, with coaches commended for guiding the musicians.
The article reviews a vocal and piano recital featuring Nocturme Lange Misa Lulu McDonald and others. It notes Mr James Jacobs and Miss Janie Cleland among performers, with Chopin and Heller pieces. A pupil named Mr Lind showed nerves yet recovered. James Jacobs and Mlle Youngatrom impressed. The audience numbered about 226, and Prof. Ballangtyne received praise for class and organization. The review commends timing and execution, especially two songs sung by Jacobs and a promising new talent with four months study.
An auditorium in the city is offered for sale for thirty days with a final sale if not completed within that period. Details mention Wallotine stands, a future arrangement, and a September expiration. It references bids, dates, and a party named Phil Roman in Salt Lake City with further terms and conditions.
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