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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1911
Page
14
A large comprehensive stock of white and colored patterns in plain and plaited effects is offered with the P B guarantee of quality. The catalog promises extensive options for customers seeking durable fabrics and dependable craftsmanship.
Clearance figures show 12.75 and 18.75 for 300 Summer Suits. A wide range of patterns remains, with faultlessly tailored suits that previously sold at higher figures. Styles and sizes available at a substantial saving for buyers.
Parker, Bridget & Co. offers Teck Oxford shoes in a clearance sale with prices reduced from four to five dollars to as low as two dollars and forty five cents for the four dollar pair and three forty five for the five dollar pair. boys Oxfords also discounted to one ninety five.
In Hartford, Aug 15 left fielder Hugh High of the Hartford team was sold to the New York Nationals. The price was not disclosed. Also noted: Tom Longboat and Alfred Shrubb plan a two month tour of England to race in many prominent towns.
Former Amateur Athletic Union president James E Sullivan suffered a broken kneecap two fractured ribs and numerous contusions in the Twentieth Century train wreck near Fort Wayne Indiana He reached home badly shaken and unable to walk delaying the planned boxing commission organization and his acceptance of the post.
Chicago on August 15 reports champion Frank Gotch has taken out three insurance policies for Labor Day match with George Hackenschmidt. One covers Any accident during training or travel to Chicago, another insures Hackenschmidt’s presence in the ring, and a third guards Gotch against loss in pictures. If filming fails to record or record portions, specified percentages and face values apply.
Four of eight heats in the Great Lakes Powerboat League 650 mile reliability run finished with perfect scores at Buffalo Launch Club. Judges delayed winner decision awaiting possible penalties or extension. Contenders include L. E. Ru Jr, Inamic, Seawolf, and Janet from Detroit and Toledo. Rain at Columbus delayed the First International Breeders Race meeting, pushing today’s program to tomorrow.
Four post-season games are scheduled as District teams compete amid postponed matchups. Cornell, Sherwood, Manhattan, and Petworth vie for spots while plans shift due to wet grounds. A benefit game for little Robert Cameron is canceled. managerial and league rules changes loom.
Yesterday’s results note wet grounds and no game. Today’s schedule lists Aloysius versus Postofice at North Capitol and L streets at 6 15 with Umpire Mr Venable. Also Sherwood versus Cornell at Thirteenth and Datreeta northeast with Umpire Mr Venable. In Section AA American Security 161 000 Manhattan 161 000 Andrews 1900 Petworth 1 yesterday’s result no game wet grounds. Andrews versus American Security at Georgia Avenue and Kenyon Street Southwest at 115 with Umpire Mr Cleveland. Section 8B Naval Medicas ya Car Department Thirty sixth Street and Wisconsin Avenue Northwest 535 Umpire Mr Handiboe.
Pat Reedy of this city and Burns Demarr prepared for a fifteen round bout before the Annapolis A C on September 4, meeting at catch weights with decision likely. Reedy, a veteran, has fought Tommy Ryan and other top boxers, while Demarr holds notable local standing.
Hamilton Ontario August 15 races were run on a muddy track with favorites winning most events. Aldebaran won the Nursery Plate in a tight finish while High Bridge dominated the Green Steeplechase. Other races featured Eagle Bird and Elfin Beau in sprints and Busy in the Ontario selling handicap.
Today's card lists eight races with selling stakes for various ages and distances. Notable entries include Do minian owned horses, Veneta Strome, Michael Angleo, and The Squire. The field covers 3 year olds to older horses across seven furlongs to one mile and steeplechase distances.
England defeated Ireland Scotland and Wales in the annual international lawn bowling tournament. Medals for winning soccer team mention Lieut Gov Gibson of Canada offering gold medals to the first Canada soccer eleven to defeat the touring Corinthian team of England.
The Ohio State Journal argues that a clean orderly backyard reflects the real man or woman, while a dirty weedy yard signals discord and unhappiness in the home. It asserts front yard displays are mere pretense if the back yard contradicts them, linking true character to the upkeep of the yard.
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