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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1909

Page

22

Fight Is Again Postponed Promoter Confers With Officials

Promoter Gibson of Fairmont Athletic Club New York holds conference with Jerome and Baker over Ketchel Langford boxing match postponement. Governor Gibson announces a likely September 24 date replacing September 19 and explains the change followed by a police and attorney briefing. Ketchel’s manager arrived by train. Langford remains in dialogue with the club and health status is noted as satisfactory.

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Black Hand Threats Surround Cobb Tigers Skull Sign

Letters from Philadelphia warn of a Black Hand threat tied to Cobb and a Detroit Tigers game. The note mentions a skull and crossbones motif and a Taunting signature, with police presence expected at the Philadelphia venue and end of the month game context.

Philadelphia

Races at Readville Open With Forty One Trotters Eligible

Horsemen and enthusiasts from all parts of the country and Canada gather in Readville for four days of racing beginning tomorrow. Forty one trotters are eligible for the American Derby with Baron Alcyon owned by Senator White of Syracuse among the top contenders and driven by Hares.

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Automobile racing news and industry notes from 1900s era

Reports detail Sabers return to the field and various cross country runs, including a one way to Atlantic City and back, with horses and trucks normalizing speed. The Warner Motor Company negotiates routes with Crawfort and Hagerstown, while Stoddard Dayton plans a future withdrawal from racing. Barney Oldfield sets a new half mile record at 1 minute 12.15 seconds with Battling Nelson as passenger. Canada introduces a new auto form and tourism emphasis. A 24 hour speed carnival is slated for Brighton Beach with nine makers promising entries, amid concerns from the Motor Racing Association after Indianapolis tragedies.

New York Indianapolis Brighton Beach Motor Racing Association Tonight Makers Deglera Brighton

Groom Proves Nationals Shut Out by Browns at St Louis

Special to The Washington Port Et Louis Mo Aug 30 Bob Groom of Belleville Ill shut out the Nationals in a 9 inning game while Texas Leaguer Yohe debuting as third baseman also played. Bedley pitched well for the Browns allowing seven hits and nine baserunners in a close contest. The Nationals loaded the bases twice but failed to score as Cantillon debuted Yohe and Slattery to fill third base duties.

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CAH League Games Tuesday Clash Across Cities

Washington and Tours face Philadelphia in Chicago. Boston plays Detroit, New York tangles with Cleveland, Pittsburgh and Boston meet, Cincinnati visits Brooklyn, Chicago hosts New York, and St Louis plays Philadelphia.

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Browns Dominate Opening Inning Rally Against Opponents

Yesterday's attendance reported a Cleveland effort with McAleese starting with a single. Stone, Meldone, Ferris, Criger, Howells and others drove in runs as the Browns built a lead, aided by walks and timely hits. Chicago and St Louis crowd figures noted. box scores show early season activity across the American and National Leagues with scattered scoring and pitching notes.

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Hagerstown Beats Frederick In Final Atlantic Park Game

In Hagerstown Maryland on August 3 the locals defeated Frederick 1 to 0 in the last game at Atlantic Park this season. Lefty Russell allowed two hits for Hagerstown while Miller held Frederick to three. Attendance was fair and both teams played well in a pitched battle.

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American yachts win as Joyette leads in Taft Draper cup race

Marblehead Mass Aug 3 American boats dominate the first of the Taft and Draper cups series as Joyette owned by William H Childs of Bensonhurst Yacht Club Brooklyn takes first, Ellen Charles P Curtis of Boston second, Wolf Caleb Loring of Boston third. MargaretheGerman challenger follows with Heveila and Seehund II last after gear damage.

Marblehead Mass America Germany President Taft Gov Draper Joyette William H. Childs Bensonhurst Yacht Club Brooklyn Ellen Charles P Curtis Boston Wolf Caleb Loring Margarethe Kaiseraicher Yacht Club Marblehead Harbor Revenue United States Navy Meyer Talphin Sylph Ilna Marblehead Rock Tringle

Cubs and Giants Split in Doubleheader Thriller

New York and Chicago split a July game doubleheader with Chicago edging New York 2-0 in the opener after eleven innings, then New York winning the second 5-0 behind Mathewson. Pitching battles defined both contests as Ames faced Phester, and Seaver? Steinfeldt and Chance fueled Chicago runs in the first game while Tinker, Merkle, and Seymour produced key hits for New York in the nightcap.

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Notes From a Brownie Game with Players, Injuries, and Trades

Manager Cantillon was absent and several players struggled on the field. Yoller and Griggs bobbled plays while Schaefer Yohe impressed as the new third baseman. Wallace and Williams were sidelined by illness and injury, with malaria attacks and a side strain affecting the lineup. The St Louis Nationals and returning veterans sparked talk of 1910 rosters as McCrige and McCloskey influence short and outfield depth in a two game series against the Browns.

Wallace Willams Jams

Red Sox Bowed as Wood Delivers for Cleveland in 4 0 Victory

In Cleveland Ohio on August occasion Wood batted safely as Cleveland beat Boston 4 to 0. The game featured scattered hits and strong defense with Wagner, Lajoie, and Stovall contributing. Wood matched solid pitching over 7 innings as Bergar staked the lead, while Hall and Byers added baserunners and runs amid a tense, hour and minute affair.

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Lajoie to Join Yankees Elberfeld May Come Here

Larry Lajoie former Cleveland manager will join the New York Yankees next season to play shortstop. Earl Gardner currently with Jersey City leads the Eastern League in batting and is eyed as Yankees second baseman. Elberfeld’s exact destination remains unsettled with possible Cleveland trade talks and a potential move involving the Nationals to place him in his favored city.

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Pirates Take Series as Brooklyn Narrowly Beats Winston-Salem 2 1

In Brooklyn, the Pirates won their fourth straight game with a 2 1 victory over Brooklyn’s visiting Winston-Salem squad. Dent of Winston-Salem joined the Brooklyns today, and Myers debuted as an outfielder but Brooklyn's pitching duel held to the final out. The lone run scored on a wild throw by Bergen.

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Apbee Advertises Exclusive Men’s Headwear

The notice highlights a new line of pressy and exclusive headwear for men and young men offered by Apbee. It emphasizes style and exclusivity as a key selling point in the display.

Henry Heath Hats For Fall Arrivals Displayed

Henry Heath hats for fall appear in new shapes and colors. The high quality materials and trims enhance value, attracting the up to date dresser with stylish, exceptional pieces now on display.

Henry Heath

Hat Styles and Prices Highlight Fall Collection

Advertises fall styles with Parget hats priced at four dollars Omar hats at three dollars and Ramo hats at two dollars, noting additions to the lineup and emphasis on new headwear options.

Auber Buite Heads to Fast Outfitters Ninth and the Avenue

Local shopper Auber Buite is reported visiting Fast Outfitters located at Ninth and the Avenue. The stop highlights a surge in downtown retail activity as customers seek bargains at the popular store.

Fast Outfitters Ninth and the Avenue

Phelt es Score Victory Over Cardinals in Ninth Inning

Philadelphia wins fourth straight as Moore dominates until the ninth when St Louis rallies with two walks and two hits. Final score 8 to 1, with Philadelphia collecting nine hits and Louis nine errors noted.

Reds Win In Tenth In Bad Weather At Boston

Cincinnati defeats Boston in extra innings as Rowan strengthens late and Hovoriers and Sweeney contribute key hits. Errors by Boston pitchers help Cincinnati reach the decisive extra frame. Bowden and Tunstall relieved for Cincinnati, while Hoblitzel and Becker appear among late hitters for the visitors.

RACKETERS IN FOURTH ROUND AT QUAGARA LAKE TOURNAMENT

The article notes players advancing to the fourth round in the Quagara Lake international tournament with entrants from Atlanta Cincinnati Marietta and Toronto and lists first matches planned for tomorrow. It also includes Eastern League standings with Rochester Newark Providence Toronto and Montreal among others and current win percentages.

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Sweep Wins Futurity Ahead of Grasmere and Hildreth

Tired Candleberry staggers to wire to take second or third, with Keene posting total winnings of 27,753 dollars. The stablemate runs third as Tome beats Grasmere for place by a short length, positioning Keene ahead of Hildreth for honor.

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Sweep wins Futurity at Sheepshead Bay in dramatic finish

James R Keene’s Sweep, a son of Brach Pink Domino, defeats Grasme and Candleberry by a short neck in the 22nd Futurity at Sheepshead Bay. Five lengths back Iddea and the rest follow as the six furlongs clock 1 1 45. Sweep’s win nets $470 for the winner with breeding fee considerations, while trainer and owner celebrate a memorable classic.

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Futurity of 1909 Fourth Race Details

The Futurity race of 1909 features a $20 subscription with $250 added money and a purse distributed among top finishers. Six furlongs contested with winners receiving substantial shares of the added money and stakes. Owner James R. Hens and trainer are listed among riders and entrants in a crowded field led by Sweep brown colt and other notable runners.

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New Fall Overcoats and Derby Hats Arrive

Cool evenings will soon make lightweight outerwear essential. View our new stock of overcoats in three-quarter length and automobile styles that button high at the neck. Made in our own workrooms in the dependable EB method with the best fabrics. Large selection of Fall Derbys and soft hats priced at two dollars.

Unclear racing notes reveal chaotic track incidents and results

fragmentary OCR of a horse racing page shows injuries and collisions at a meet in Tost with horses like Grasmere and Sweep. multiple races list entries, odds, and times with scattered handlers and horses including Barleythorpe and Daves. the text is garbled but centers on race outcomes and notable disruptions.

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Unclear Racing Entries Fragment Prompting Bets

Fragmented OCR listing race names, horses, ages, and odds with unclear context. Contains numerous garbled tokens, nonstandard spellings, and stray quotes, making it difficult to extract a coherent event or results for a concise summary.

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