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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1909

Page

40

Fight Is Again Postponed At Fairmont Club Promoter Conference

Promoter Gibson of Fairmont Athletic Club in New York holds a conference with Jerome and Baker amid reports that the Ketchel Langford fight may be moved. Governor Gibson indicates the likely new date is September 24, replacing September 19, amid assurances of legal scrutiny and state restrictions.

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Black Hand Threats After Cobb Detroits Baseball Threats

Disjointed letters from Philadelphia reference a Black Hand plot against Cobb of Detroit. The message mentions a skull and crossbones sign and a gang located in Brtherty Town, with threats tied to Tigers baseball and police presence at a Phillies stadium.

Philadelphia

Races at Readville Open With 41 Trotters for American Derby

Horsemen and fans from throughout the country and Canada gather in Readville as racing begins tomorrow for four days. Forty one trotters are eligible for the American Derby led by Baron Alcyon owned by Senator White of Syracuse and driven by Hares. The favorite starts at about 6 to 1.

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Automobile Racing News From Early 1900s Based on Fragment

The report covers multiple topics including Sabers from Funk & Shot mit ah planning a return, a long distance run from Atlantic City to Chicago, a Model Ranger carriage from New York to San Francisco, and a 30 August note on Barney Oldfield setting a half mile record. It mentions Warner Motor Car Company dealing with Crawfort and Hagerstown territory, a judge review, a withdrawal announcement by CG Stoddard Dayton Automobile Company, and a Brighton Beach 24 hour speed carnival planned with nine makers.

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Groom Proves Nationals Shut Out by Browns in St Louis Debut

In St Louis on August 30 1919 Bob Groom of Belleville Illinois shut out the Nationals as the Browns won 5 to 0 Bailey allowed seven hits and a string of strong innings He pitched well in the late stages filling the bases with two out Selivert hit earlier but Slattery replaced him and forced Schaefer at third A new third baseman Yohe from the Texas League debuted but failed to notch a hit in three at bats Browns started early and held the Nationals to nine strikeouts while getting timely scoring L. Cantillon managed the Browns in the upset victory and introduced Yohe at third base for the debut.

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CAH LEAGUE GAMES TUENDAY

CAH league games Tuesday feature Washington at Philadelphia, Chicago and Detroit, New York at Cleveland. Browns win in first inning with McAleese single, Ferris, Criger key hits, strong Browns pitching. Mixed notes from American and National Leagues with scores and crowd sizes listed.

Washington Philadelphia Chicago Boston Detroit New York Cleveland

Hagerstown Wins Final Atlantic Park Ballgame

In Hagerstown Maryland on August 3 a large crowd watched Hagerstown defeat Frederick 2 to 0 in the last game at Atlantic Park this season Lefty Russell held Frederick to two hits while Miller allowed three Hits for Frederick The contest featured sharp pitching and solid defense as Hagerstown pulled ahead late with key hits and defensive plays Golf Entries Closed for US Amateur Championship at the Chicago Club in Wheaton Illinois next week with a late mail extension likely to complete entrant list

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American yachts win in Taft Draper cup race at Marblehead

Marblehead Mass Aug 3 America won the first in the Taft and Draper cup series. Joyette captained by William H Childs Brooklyn took first, Ellen Charles P Curtis Boston second, Wolf Caleb Loring Boston third. Margarethe German challenger next, Seehind II damaged and last. Navy Secretary Meyer aboard Talphin observed, race on a 15 mile triangular course with light wind and smooth seas.

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 Chicago New York doubleheader

New York and Chicago split a Aug 3 doubleheader with the Giants taking game one in eleven and Chicago winning the nightcap 5 0. Pitching battles featured Ames vs Prester and Mathewson against Renlich, with key plays from Sheckard Chance Tinker and Steinfeldt for Chicago and Seymour Merkle and Mathewson for New York.

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Tigers and Browns: Shifts, injuries, and new faces noted

Cantillon absent on cashing lines as Schaefer Yohe debuts at third behind a shuffled infield. Wallace and Williams miss day due to malaria and side strain while McCrige in a National lineup is warmly received. Hulswitz joins St Louis Nationals. McCloskey exits. Second game features Gill Dineen and Witherup amid multiple line changes.

Red Sox Fall To Cleveland As Wood Delivers RBI Hit

Cleveland defeated Boston 4 to 0 as Wood batted safely with key hits, sparking runs in a pitching game. The report notes scoring details, Bergers’ scattering hits, and multiple players including Wagner, Lajoie, McConnell, and Stovall contributing in the victory. Also mentions coaching rumors in Virginia League management linked to Bob Carter and Pop McKevitt as possible hires.

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Lajoie to Join Yankees and Elberfeld May Come Here

Larry Lajoie former Cleveland manager will join the New York Yankees as shortstop next season after talks with Frank Farrell and Manager Stallings. Earl Gardner currently with Jersey City leads the Eastern League in batting and may become the Yanks' second baseman. Elberfeld's destination remains uncertain with possible Cleveland trade or other deal. The Toronto Kid seeks Washington and a deal could favor him in his favorite city.

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Pirates Take Series as Brooklyn Wins 2-1 in Pitchers Duel

The Brooklyn Dodgers beat the Pittsburg Pirates 2-1 in a tight aerated game at Brooklyn. Bergen’s wild throw produced the decisive score, while Myers debuted in the outfield for Brooklyn and Dent of Winston-Salem joined the Brooklyns for today’s getaway win.

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Apbee Debuts Exclusive Headwear for Men and Youth

APBEE introduces a new line of exclusive headwear for men and young men. The range showcases stylish caps and hats aimed at fashion conscious buyers seeking quality craftsmanship and a modern silhouette.

Henry Heath Hats for Fall Arrivals Displayed

Henry Heath hats for fall are now on display featuring new shapes and colors. The quality materials and trimmings are praised as exceptional value for up to date dressers.

Henry Heath

Hat Styles and Prices Highlight Fall Lineup

In addition to $4 and $5 offerings, the catalog spotlights fall styles in our own Parget hats at $4, Omar hats at $3, and Ramo hats at $2. These affordable selections emphasize value and variety for the season.

Parget Omar Ramo

Auber BruidgelCo Heads to Fast Outfitters Ninth and the Avenue

Auber BruidgelCo announces a strategic move to the Fast Outfitters location at Ninth and the Avenue. The shift aims to expand distribution, leveraging new retail footprint and broadened shelf space for key brands.

Fast Outfitters Ninth and the Avenue

Pheltes Score Victory Over Cardinals In Ninth Inning

Philadelphia wins fourth straight as Moore excels until the ninth when St Louis rallies with two walks and two singles to plate two runs. Brant and Ward contribute for Philadelphia while Dooly and Harmon work in relief. Final score 8 to 0 with late Philadelphia runs.

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Reds Win In Tenth In Disjointed Boston-Cincinnati Game

Cincinnati wins a tense extra inning contest at Boston as Rowland and Hovieriib contribute late. Errors by the visitors spawn two runs while Boston’s pitching and defense falter in the late frames.

RACKETERS IN FOURTH ROUND AT QUAGARAON TOURNAMENT

Cresnnati Ghlo Aug 30 Play proceeds rapidly in the trislate tournament today and in the singles Nat Thornton of Atlanta Gilver Dunlap and Frank Carretson of Cincinnati Nat Emerson the former Western champion and Sis iether Trux Emersaz Puchara Palmer v New Jerse and R Stoan of Marietta who reached the fourth round Edith Hannam of Toronto Mra CoN Beara of Cleve and Miss Miriam Steevar of Chicago arrived today from the International tournament at Quagaraon the Lake and wit play telr first matches tomorrow Eastern League Official Standing New York Aug In order to set alight the baseball statisticians on the Western League circuit whose figures have been at variance because of misunderstandings as to certain protested games residen PT Powers tonight gave out the following official standing of the team. It besides games played up to yesterday Percentages Rochester 5M Newark 85 Providence 5% To ronto 571 Biffsio 4% Montreal 455 Jersey City del Baltimore 425

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Sweep Wins Futurity as Stablemate Third

Tired Candleberry staggers to wire in a tight finish, Tome edges Grasmere for place by a short length. Keene's total winnings reach 27,753 dollars, placing him ahead of Hildreth for Honore.

Candleberry Tome Grasmere Keene Hildreth Honore

Sweep wins the Futurity at Sheephead Bay in dramatic finish

James R Keene’s Sweep beats Grasmere by a short length with Candleberry third in the six furlong Futurity at Sheephead Bay. Crowds cheer as Sweep, unruly at start, finishes boldly. Grasmere led early then faltered while Barleythorpe and Candleberry faded. Time 1 1 45, purse $470 to winner. total winnings to Keene and connections noted.

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Futurity of 1909 Fourth Race Details and Winners

The Futurity race of 1909 featured a $20 subscription with $250 added money and a complex distribution. Sweep Brown colt won with time 1:14 8, beating a large field including Jam Rens and other entrants. Stakes included shares of added money and place prizes for runners-up and thirds, with six furlongs contested.

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New Fall Overcoats and Hats Now In Stock

The store announces new fall overcoats in lightweight and automobile styles, three quarter length coats, and coats that button up to the neck. Made in their own workrooms in the EB way with quality fabrics. A large stock of Fall Derbys and Saft Hats offered at $2.

Unclear misread horse racing card amid rough OCR

A fragmentary and error filled OCR of a horse racing program describes race events with horses and riders, notes collisions and falls, and lists race results and entrants. The garbled text references multiple races, entrants, and times, lacking coherent narrative.

Eccentric Thoroughbred Entries At County Fair Race Day

A crowded program lists numerous horses with ages from two to eight years and vivid turnout notes. Entrants include Ame Uae, Blackhawe, Merry Gift, Nettie Thavers, and Supersition among others, racing over varied distances as enthusiasts await the day’s results and possible records.

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