Benedict Arnold’s Traitor Tale Recalled In 18th Century Memoir
A historical column recalls Benedict Arnold’s failed West Point plot and escape to Britain. It notes his anger at George Washington, planned surrender to Major Andre, and eventual life in London after the war. The piece ends with a sardonic verdict on his notoriety.
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Benedict Arnold
George Washington
George
Benedict
Andre
West Point
Arnold
Academy
England
London
New York
Atlantic
Washington Triumphs Over Ottumwa In Slugfest Opener
Ottumwa loses 10 to 6 as Washington shocks Ottumwa with a late surge. Thompson and Beach star with four RBI and a homer each, while Kensel and Wall homer for Ottumwa. Berry struggles on the mound before Fleming and Beach finish strong for Washington.
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Washington
Ottumwa
Berry
Fleming
Central Association
Beach
Galesburg
Thompson
Wooley
Ellert
Holm
Fritz Schliebner
Link
Chapman
Fritz
Wally
Hellerich
Center Garden
Tyree
Parks
Wise
Dutch
Tommy
Kensel
Senna
Bell
Sullivan
Ducky
Wall
Helerich
Schuebner
Setenne
Senno
Mereee
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Ol Fleming
Dunn
Schliebner
Ebert
P Perron
Ottumwa Ee
Baseball Results From Major Leagues And Minor Circuits
League standings and results from the American and National Leagues, American Association and Western League show wins and losses for Boston Detroit Cleveland Washington New York Chicago St Louis Philadelphia Brooklyn Pittsburg and others. Also listed are game outcomes, rain delays, and scorelines across several leagues with multiple doubleheaders and notes on unfinished or delayed games.
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Boston
Detroit
Phitetia
Cleveland
Washton
New York
Chicago
Louis
National League
Cinemnatl Chicago
Rt. Louis
Pittsburg
Brooklyn Philel'la
Boston An
Ttry American Association
Milaukee Columbus
St. Paul
Toledo
Loutavile Kan
City
Ind’apiis Western League
Denver
Lincoln
Omale Mel Bat
Wichita
Bt. Joe
Malinieux City
Motnes
Topeka
Spr
Danvilly Dv'nort
TL WA Dubudue Uiney
BI Meth Drecatur
Peorta
P.C
Philadelphia
Washington
Hicago
St. Louis
Brooklyn
American Association
Indianapolis
Louisville
Minneapolis
Kansas City
Milwaupee
Lerague
Omaha
Lee Moines
Bronx City
Joe
Threaky
Baguer
Danville
Bloomington
Ouney
Peoria
J.oe
Davenport
Pote
Agfeld
Decatur
Seid
Eastern track and field meets highlight long distance events
Charles B. Durbrow plans a Sandy Hook to Battery swim next year while Charles D. Reidpath leads Syracuse stars in Travers Island senior championships. The program features 440 yard and 88 yard races with top eastern runners like Melville Sheppard and Ted Meredith. The West Chicago Driving Club Park meet includes a fifteen mile race and five and one mile events to spark interest in long distance running. The Boston Athletic association hosts New England championships with javelin for the first time at Techfield.
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Charles B. Durbrow
Philadelphia
Sandy Hook
Battery
XN. Y
Charles D. Reidpath
Syracuse University
New York
Travers Island
Jim Rosenberger
A. Lc
Eddie Frick
Joe Slemin
R. T. Terwilliger
Melville Sheppard
Abe Kiviat
Ted Meredith
Harry Gissing
West Chicago
Chicago
Boston Athletic Association
New England
Techfield
Boston
East
Canada
Thompson
Beattie
Baseball player trades and team moves headline
Northwestern League pitcher joins Boston staff for next season. Walter Manning a crack pitcher from Allentown Tri State league and ex New York Americans is bought by the Phillies for 3000. Ford Schupp sold to New York Giants for 5000. Brooklyn releases Madden and buys Williams from Nashville. Intercity series Richmond vs Washington to start at American League Park with a doubleheader then another in Richmond. possible third game to be decided by committees. Canadian colleges begin football practice as U S coaches anticipate surprises from Princeton.
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Walter Manning
Allentown
N. Y. Americans
Phillies
Ford Schupp
Louisville
Cincinnati
Decatur
New York Giants
Brooklyn
Madden
South Bend
United States
Princeton
Illinois Judge Accused in Extortion Conspiracy
Chicago September 6. Formal charges of extortion against Bellwood Police Magistrate W. S. Rowe were filed at a special hearing. He is accused of conspiring with Bellwood officers Joe Hagemeister and John Mishnek to extort excessive fees from Fred H. Smith of Maywood after an arrest for improper driving. The prosecution seeks abolition of the fee system.
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W. 8S. Rowe
Bellwood
Joe Hagemeistter
John Mishnek
Fred H. Smith
Maywood
Lost Wages From Colds Highlighted By Doctor’s Estimate
Dr. Sadler estimates that about 80 million dollars in wages are lost annually by Americans due to colds. The notice urges Foley's Honey and Tar Compound to stop coughs and heal sore air passages, promoted by Lemmon's Pharmacy.
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Sadler
Foley
Lemmon
Roosevelts Western tour ends in Fargo reception
Col. Roosevelt faces an enthusiastic welcome in Fargo as he plans to address Bull Moosers and followers this afternoon. This stop marks the last city in North Dakota on his Western tour.
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Fargo
Col. Roosevelt
Big City
Mrs J N Hill Praises Foley's Honey and Tar Compound
Homer Georgia resident Mrs J N Hill says Foley's Honey and Tar Compound cures coughs and colds and prevents croup. She uses it for five children and would not be without the product in her home.
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J. N. Hill
Homer, Ga
Foley
Dispute Over Household Duties Sparks Heated Exchange
A couple argues over domestic labor and finances, revealing tensions about staffing and perceived fairness. The wife accuses the husband of pressing her to work, while he defends the choice by noting his inability to afford higher wages for help and implying dissatisfaction with her priorities.
Be on the Safe Side with Vulcanized Tire Patches
Ad touts vulcanized tire repairs for punctures and tears with steam curing. Patches claim to be durable and not burn tires, with puncture repairs priced at 35 cents and larger issues 50 cents and up depending on size. The shop invites customers to bring tires in for demonstration.
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Earl Losbaker
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