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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1909
Page
15
In a sensational stretch duel Keene’s mount outgamed Fayette and Practical at 15 to 1 to clinch the race by a nose for the place. Dugan’s smart drive showed clever handling throughout the race.
Race notes from Saratoga and Windsor show a blend of close finishes and notable heats. Horses such as May Florence, Keikina, and Lord Elam figure among winners, with riders and trainers listed for several events and subsequent placings varied across the card.
Reported OCR fragment notes a handicap and center shot in Windsor with references to athletes or teams. The text is garbled but indicates a track or bowling context with unsettled results and potential delays or misprints. No clear names, dates, or outcomes are readable.
The Amateur Baseball Commission held a lengthy meeting to adopt constitutional rules and establish grounds for the post season series. American League park and Capitol City park were chosen, with decisions on game venues pending. two umpires per game were debated and the official trophy was accepted as the silver cup offered by Edwards and Zanner.
A fragmented report notes Tyrconnell finishing third in a Deauville Prix race with L004 Puig and Vane damo entries, while Races at Atlantic City and Washington Post coverage are mentioned, including team and player eligibility rules for post season play and transfer restrictions.
Amateur League standings show multiple leagues including Capital City League, Sunday School League, Marquette League, Suburban League, and Bankers League with teams like Brookland and Government Fen and scores listed. The entry references game notes, player names, and line scores across divisions, including batting, pitching, and fielding details.
Takoma Woodburn game noted with hits from Appleman and Brew while Junglans Davis pitched for Woodburn. Parkview and Petworth battles shift standings as Brighthouse and Gwlliman contribute, with Rawlings and Sharf guarding in college showcase style.
Fragmented OCR text outlines amateur games and local leagues across the city. Mentions departmental and agricultural leagues and multiple team names, with unclear dates and opponents due to garbled wording.
Center Market defeated Fark in a tight game to move into second place in the National A A Carter standings. Gleason pitched well for Market, while Chappelle delivered a standout all around performance. Defensive lapses from Shreve and others kept the score closer early, but Market pulled away with timely hitting by Chappelle and others.
Navy Yard boys beat the Colored Department team in a close game. Hallie pitched well for the Navy Yard, while Budl owl contributed defensively. Post game notes mention Parker and Simms among scorers and the postmen tallying runs and hits.
Ninth Spreng delivered a surprise effort as the Aggies defeated the Ninoth contingent before a large enthusiastic crowd. Key hits came from Graham with two triples and Veneman, Broome, and Rogers providing steady defense and offense. McMahon worked the mound for the Aggies while Reeves pitched for the Ninoth, with errors and timely hitting shaping the five run inning.
The racing card lists numerous entries for two and three year olds across multiple races, detailing horse names, sires, owners, and odds. Notable participants include Sir Winoster, Watervilet, Byzantine, and Gliding Belle with varying distances from miles to furlongs, reflecting a full meeting slate and diverse betting options.
Bronze statues of George Washington and Robert E Lee were placed in the National Hall of Fame’s Capitol Rotunda. The Lee statue by Edward V Valentine sits with Fulton and Curry. Washington’s near Shields and Kearny. Formal acceptance not required. unveiling planned by Virginia commission with congressional permission.
In Marlboro Maryland an eventful Southern Maryland Fair Association meet produced two finishes and several races halted by darkness. Ken Haal aboard Weiss captured the 236 trot pace but two heats could not be completed, with a 220 pace and a half mile sprint carried to tomorrow. Other details remained muddled in the OCR, but the day promised continuation and fresh betting in the next session.
The tenth annual event drew strong crowds as weather and track cooperated. In the first race, multiple heats decided the winner, with Blay, Happy Way, and others advancing. Plucky Prince and Wether led a bustling program, while Nottingham’s Dol Nottingham drove steady, and a host of horses posted competitive times and close finishes.
Obituaries note William J Steele of Nansemanee County dies at 78 at Hills Point after long Virginia residence. Also remembered Hardy Holland Sr Confederate veteran, Richmond posts tribute, and Robert R Nuckols, Virginia printing veteran, dies at 77 in Louisa County. Locomotive sparks cause three fires near Winchester. a Baltimore and Ohio bridge partially destroyed and nearby hay fires. Republican county committee canvasses primary results with no contests except Laytensville district. Norfolk notes 1-0 win over Portsmouth. Fox shines on mound with strong fielding and several baserunners stranded.
Roanoke defeated Lynchburg in both games of a twin bill. Each contest ended 2 to 1 as Roanoke pitchers held the visitors to a pair of runs while key hits and smart baserunning produced the decisive runs in the late innings. The crowd watched a spirited exhibition reflecting strong form from both clubs.
Unanchored houses on King Street and nearby areas in Alexandria prompt council talks on removing structures and relocating residents. Cragg seeks disposal changes for tenements as property owners object to displacement amid building plans against a backdrop of Baptist and funeral notices and local civic updates.
A West Virginia gathering described as a chaotic meeting touched on political and financial intrigues. Reports mention former senator Davis in attendance, references to mortgage deals, and the Amalgamated Association, with actions tied to a New River project and a federal trust company. The account signals unrest and possible finance arrangements affecting local industry and labor.
A Virginia brief outlines multiple items including a judge appointment in Manchester, retirement of a local official, and delegation details. It mentions Ernest H Wells as a candidate for the acting judge position and references the Pelart farm matter and Grand Sulina donation context. The piece notes a change in local leadership and summarizes who presented themselves for public roles.
Special to The Washington Post reports a fatal rail yard accident in Roanoke where a locomotive collision led to one worker’s dramatic scalding death and several injuries. The incident disrupted Roanoke yards as rescuers rushed victims to hospital while investigators assess the crash.
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