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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1924
Page
14
A fragmentary report covers a score by Ma Teason-Wood for the Anzacs against Japan, with references to players, teams, and events described in garbled OCR. The text notes performances, outcomes, and competition context amid a chaotic page segment.
The article reports Brookes and Norton scoring at Newport with standings or results. Fragmented OCR obscures many names and numbers, but the main outcome shows both teams achieving successful scoring at the event, with no clear final score available in readable text.
Annapolis boys defend rug meet double title with a victory in the boys doubles final. Key players include Homme, Papondi, and Sampson on the Commercial League scene, with strong showings from Mattingly and Smith as rivals and teammates battle for the crown.
A column notes durability of Bartley Madden as a conclusive trait, with Harry Villa and Jack Renault among contenders. Madden withstands heavy blows, questionable matchups loom with Firpo, and promoters eye a possible bout for cash appeal. Mentions Dempsey, Firpo, Marden, Maiben, Sande, Salmon, and Pirates momentum.
A lengthy report on the Tailteam handball competition notes a Yankee victory in the decisive match. It details multiple decathlon events and international results with Irish, United States, England, Canada, and South Africa competitors, including notable injuries and records set.
Baseball's head Judge Kenesaw Landis arrives at Annapolis with Blue Ridge League president Vincent Jamison and others for an official visit. The group tours the city before traveling to Easton for a luncheon hosted by the Blue Ridge League.
Sumatra driven by Ben White of Lexington takes the Rainy Day Aead Stakes worth 10,808 for 2 year old trotters. Owner H J Schlesinger Milwaukee Wisconsin. Sam Williams runner up with Jean Claire third. Best time noted. Race part of grand elpoeutt racing card.
Candia wins at five to one in the Kentucky tilt at Saratoga as MecGinnity of the New York Giants bests Cincinnati 4 to 1. Chesbro holds St Louis to five hits in a 3 to 1 Yankee win. The Argyle and Manor golf teams prepare for tomorrow’s foursomes match on the Arayle course with automatic handicapping new to captain PW Leduc.
Donald Carrie of Toronto and Eldridge Robinson of Chicago reach the Western Junior Golf final after Carrick defeats Bob White 7 to 1 in a freakish earlier match and Robinson vs Horten Smith provides the other semifinal. Final set for 26 holes at Brier Field with two strong youth players advancing from Chicago and Toronto.
In a tense Independent League Sunday game at Fifteenth Street, Cherrydale handed the Mohawks a defeat, preventing a share of the series lead. Stantons meet Easin at Stanton Field as lineup details and player reports unfold, with notable performances and pitching notes from the draft day matchups.
International polo match features Hopping Star debuting for Britain as No 11, paired with Watson Webb and Steventon while opponents include Hitchcock Strawbridge W Hopping. The Whites showcase flashes of skill but struggle with wing work amid midtable play and mixed results.
International League activity shows Baltimore and Toronto posting wins with scores around the mid 40s to 80s. American Association and Southern associations feature Milwaukee Toledo St Paul and Minneapolis matchups with mixed results. Virginia and Piedmont leagues report small-score games, while Atlantic and Appalachian circuits provide regional results and standings updates.
Promey defeats Convoy in Alexandria with a dramatic boxing display amid fouled attempts and swift counters. The card features preliminary wins including Roodles Elliott stopping Brad Cole and Kid Childs edging a decision in Freddisburg.
The report hints at Ifendricks possibly taking command of the Redlegs in the following season. It references Alexandria Virginia and a local meeting, with scattered details about bids, taxes, and a broader tax and sporting context.
War Yellows defeat Whites 7 to 1 in a one sided Football game at Potomac Park. The crowd was lively despite the uneven play and errors. Brand and Harmon starred with solid defensive work and timely scores as War Yellows dominated the match.
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