Dark Horse Brown in National League Presidency Fight
A report from J E Grills discusses Billy Muldoon’s dark horse pick RW Brown of Louisville as a compromise candidate if deadlock between Heydler and Ward or Dreyfuss occurs. Brown, editor of the Louisville Times, is promoted to unite factions and may win on a first ballot or through a cross vote, with Heydler’s followers and one opponent backing him to prevent Ward’s election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Grills
National League
Jolmfieydier
Dendigck
RW. Brown
Lolisville, Ky
Brown
Lowsville Times
Gary Herrmann
Barney Dreyfuss
Herrmann
Dreyfuss
Hoysler
Louisville
Cincinnati
Heydler
Ward
Satters
Ska
Natonal League
Heya- Her
Grillo Notes Jeffries Fight Threat From Tunney Rivalry
Sporting Comment discusses a Tizummona versus Jeffries match and the broader boxing context. It claims Tunney’s punching power could challenge Jeffries, notes Johnson’s defensive strength, and questions the legitimacy of fight photographs and syndicate interests shaping the public view.
Warwicks Reorganize After Defiant Letter In Sport News
The Warwick club, once the undisputed District champions since 1902, reassembles after a dispute with the Vigilants of Southrant over this season. Manager L F Dugan struggles to schedule a Christmas game, while the Vigilants weigh commercial and sporting benefits. The piece notes delays in the schedule and mentions Princeton’s basketball win and Crescent Athletic Club baseball plans in Brooklyn with a 24 to 25 score.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warwicks
Warwick
L. F Dugan
Mr. Dugan
Leo T Dugan
Pengthonin
Imung
Princeton
Tech
Princeton der Noxemmuer
Tts
Conditions in Baseball and the Goose That Lays Gold
The passage notes that persistent overproduction could ruin profits, arguing that current baseball conditions show enormous attendance and profits. It warns that even merit may not advance under such circumstances if the outlook worsens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lenguera
Heydler may not run in National League fight
Barney Dreyfons of the Pittsburg champions says Heydler cannot be elected if John Hegsler is not proposed. He notes three votes for Hegsler but doubts the needed majority. Dreyfons hints St Louis vote unknown, Robison silent, owners meet in New York next week to decide ballots and potential compromise candidate. He also comments on a Philadelphia sale scheme tied to Manager Murray’s contract.
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Washington
Pittsburg
Barney Dreyfons
National League
John Hegsler
Imatters
Heya Her
St. Lous Ia
Robison Haa
Vidta
New York
Heydler
Herrmann
Cincinnati
Jon Ward
Dreyings
Philadelphia
Murray
Gary Herrmann
Stanley Robison
St. Lows Cub
John M Ward
Ward
John A. Heydler
Mackine
Heysler
Ban Johnson
American League
Aticka
National Commission
Zonmean
Coffroth
England
France
Goffreth
Baltimore
al Merford
Joe Ganx
Jeffries-Johnson
Mississippi River
Herford
Hoboken
Gong
John Sona
Lou Houseman
Chicago
Limms
Sam Harris
George Cohen
New Fingland
Yeffries-Johnson Moving Picture Company
Ipumnsss
Automobile Touring Abroad Aims At Easy European Travel
The article discusses motor car touring in Europe, noting easier customs, passports, and routes. It cites Paris Herald figures on foreign automobile visitors, English and American touring patterns, typical expenditures, and Packard’s European activity led by H D Wilson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mark Twain
Synocerle
Europe
France
European
Paris
New York Herald
America
England
H. D. Wilson
Packard Motor Car Company
Packard
Wilson
Murphy to vote forward for 169 game schedule
Special to the Washing ton Post Chicago. Dec 8. President Charles W Murphy of the Chicago club favors a 169 game schedule for 1909 and plans to vote for John M Ward to succeed John A Heydler as National League president. He supports Ward, downplays Ban Johnson’s threat to withdraw from the national commission, and predicts the NL will adopt the longer schedule. He doubts Capt A Anson can be elected and notes other owners disagree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washingtta
Chicago
New York
National League
Charles W Murphy
John M. Ward
John A Heydler
Ban Johnson
the Nations
Commission
Ward Wen
Fta
Johnson
Ward
American League
Tleachome
Capt A ¢ Anson
McMurphy
Anson
Williams for Secretary of National League in Chicago
Charles G Williams treasurer of the Chicago National League Club is viewed as a potential secretary of the National League. President Heydler reportedly favors him and may make him the first choice if reelected. Williams said he would not refuse the berth if offered but does not intend to push his candidacy.
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Chicago
Charles G Williams
Chicago National League
National League
Williams
Heydler
Navy Eleven Likely Opponent for Chicago Football
University of Chicago director Stagg enlarged the schedule by naming Navy as a possible opponent for next fall. Annapolis authorities appear in the running for contests, signaling a shake-up in the 1919 schedule and casting doubt on a Chicago Michigan game being as likely as previously hoped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
University of Chicago
Stagg
Navy
Anl
Annapolis
Fragmentary Health Cough Text From Unclear Source
Fragmentary OCR style text references coughing and lung injury. Mentions Ayers Cherry Pectora and a long sold product. Lacks clear event, date, or identifiable persons or organizations. Content appears promotional or testimonial in nature with unreadable phrases and garbled terms.
Winners Garland and Jacksonville horse winners listed with odds
The list shows multiple winners including David Warfield and Paline with odds 20 to 1 and 7 to 7. Other names include Bairenia Serenatta and The Wrestler with various riders, reflecting a crowded card at Jacksonville and Mexigo events.
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Garland
David Warfield
McBride
Bairenia
Vesper
Biskra
Catton
Rosevall
Seldon
Rubrio
Mentry
St. Avon
Merioo
Pickens
Molesworth
Kettinedy
Wrestler
McGahey
Tod Kopecki
Fire
Rosevale Triumphs in Gan Mateo Handicap at Hynoryville
Rosevale wins the Gan Mateo handicap at Hynory ville by a head over Bubbling Water, with a sloppy track and slick conditions noted. Jockey Coburn guides Rosevale as Bubbling Water leads to the 16th pole, while multiple horses like Time and Lord of the Forest also place in other races across the card.
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Oakland
Cal
Dec
Rosevale
Hynoryville
Coburn
David Warfeld
McBride
Lech
Stafford
Marburg
Chltterlaks
Balerfee
Ic Martiny
Gatotia
Staxico
Milas
Turna Trick
Ocean View
Arthur Rousg
BAY Attium
Alan van
Catton
Burlol
Gosspsei
Tims
Kama G
Damade
Novgorod
Stamper
Ybor
Billy Myoe
Alan van Tolnth
Mio Gan Mateo
Belcon
Woo
Bubbling
Waler
Accord
Edwin From
Tino
Madsima Musgrave
Svar Knight
Foltatts
Sewtry
Walsh
Wulddes
Cobra
Thae
Bink Spring
Paleien
See Lad
Woltville
Alan
St Avenue
Maripolet
Argoniu
Rensiear
Duke of
Mila
Feature to Ben Double Triumphs at Moncrief Park
At Moncrief Park Jacksonville Dec 8 a large crowd witnessed Oberon and Mary and Queen win their races. Feature horse Feature to Ben Double, owned by a local groomsman, upset Mazuma at 2 to 1 with a strong late burst. Purses and results highlighted a bustling metropolitan scene with multiple races and close finishes.
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Jacksonville
Fla
Moncrief Park
Oueron
Oberon
Mazuma
Moncrlet Park
Siz
Paime
Mizeralmy
Hannan
Top Notch
Druid
Asa
Ape-Holt
Coonskin
Goto
Timo
Lady Frederick
Mary
Connea
Toone Woninaon
Atlantic Beseh
Geake
Rowand
Soa
Masumah
Muegrave
Ted
Gay Fisher
de. Burkley
Hasty Agreo
Elling County
Feldsteluy
Bile' Ering
Burns
Agrecrment
CV Bowers
Tims
Wingohocking
Caroline
Atateentha
Rutwell
Ninoliz
Campaigner
Hellovtew
Great Jubilee at Tampa Bay track. Serenade upsets Charlotte Hamilton
Great Jubilee drew a warm, clear day at Tampa Bay as crowds grew. Highlights included Serenade defeating Charlotte Hamilton in the first division race while Rebel Queen led a stronger purse program, with multiple renewals showing improving track conditions and rising attendance.
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Tampa
Fia
Dec
Tampa Bay
Charlotte Hamilton
Curnister
Serenade
Rebel Queen
Lavell
Joe Mostr
Daviey
Deskdental
Pte
Ot Tha Ball
May Litt
Gorton Lee
Lense
A” Burton
Simonetta
Davenport
Diato
Tae
Alvine
Sinh D
the Bum
Droof Short
Hellty
Uoels Tim Ant ‘Olautee
Wing's Guinea
Coniey
Secomd
Liltte Turan
Stas Aer
Rad Frunk
Menageka
Unnvegs
Mle Opera’ Atay Vas
Talent Handed Jolt In Mexico Juarez Race Day
At Juarez Mexico today heavy favorites failed with long shots prevailing. Right Rasy led a 6 furlong handicap for H G Beawell as rivals Enfield and others could not catch the winner. Bookmakers profited as outsiders dominated the meeting across three races with notable times and close finishes.
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Juarez
Inavez
Mexico
Ghief
H. G Beawell
Enfield
Bertik
McCaney
Sabo Saalett Tio
Lmmons
Cavey Kta 'A
Unies
Tees
Toree Land Clinton
Brunickie
Lady Punchite
Como
Eck
McNadly
Upickene
Garmen
Necoad
Hive
Ait McCahern
Oleaworth
Sorentat
Wilson
Les
Edy
Cui
Rudvole
Sara
Unclear racing card items with multiple names and odds
A fragmented racing page lists horses and odds such as The Wrestler at 3 to 1 and The Thara at 6 to 1, with other entries including Pine and Misa Alar. Names like Little Gener Lamand Petra Gresham and Arkourt appear amid scattered race results and placements, but many details are garbled.
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Petra
Will Not Be Represented In Ottawa Rugby Showdown
Mr Charles Hamilton offered to cover travel for a Hamilton Tigers Central eleven representative to a New York City rugby game against Ottawa Athletic Association at Van Courtland Park on Saturday. Five local high schools were asked, but four refused. Central alone would send a rep. The match aims to demonstrate safer football methods to colleges, with Canadians praising the spectacle and reduced injury risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa Athletic Association
Hamilton Tigers
van Courtland Park
New York City
Charles Hamilton
Central
Cornell
Pennsylvania
Frederick Wins Game at Auditorium Rink
Special to The Washington from Hagerstown Maryland. Frederick defeated Hagerstown 32 to 18 at the Auditorium Rink. The first half tied at 8 points each before Frederick pulled away in the second half with better floorwork. Ornek, Hagerstown guard, stood out but Frederick seized control, dropping Hagerstown to second place in the Cumberland Valley Tristate League.
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Washington
Hagerstown
Dee
Frederck
Frederick
Orrek
Princeton University Hockey Announces Expanded Schedule
Princeton New York December 8 1910 Princeton University announces an expanded hockey schedule per manager R W Gibbs. The slate includes games against St Pauls School Yale West Point Cornell Dartmouth Harvard Columbia and Columbia with multiple matchups in New York Pittsburg and Boston through January and February.
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Princeton
Princeton University
R. W Gibbs
St. Paul's School
New York
Witliama
Yale
Pittsburg
West Point
Cornell
Dartmouth
Boston
Harvard
Columbia
Johnson Predicted To Beat Jeffries In Long Bout
The Washington Post reports William Muldoon doubts Jeffries can match his peak form after years out. He backs Johnson to win but warns early rounds require caution. Also covered are Ward vs Heydler for NL presidency and Coffroth sailing to Europe to arrange Johnson Jeffries picture displays for Britain and France.
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Washington Post
New York
William Muldoon
Jobe L. Sullivan
Jeffries Johnedh Mill
Jefwin
Jum Corbett
John L. Sullivan
Jeffries
Johnson
Jefries
Oldfield breaks home world circular track record in frozen Dallas
Harney Oldfield drives a 120 horsepower Benz racer through a Texas cold afternoon to set the home world circular track record. He completes the half mile in 47.18 seconds, beating the old mark of 48.40. The run, conducted on a frozen surface, saw radiator alcohol cooling to prevent freezing and required assistance to release his frozen hands from the wheel. H R Green of the American Automobile Association acted as referee and sanctioned the record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Tex
Harney Oldfield
Texas
Oldfeld
H.R Green
Bard
Acta
Surgery on Boy With Brain Tumor At Post-Graduate Unit
Four surgical operations used local anesthetic to remove a brain tumor from a boy at the Post-Graduate Medical School and Hospital. Dr Jonnesro and Dr Morria led the procedures. The patient, who had epilepsy and heart weakness, recovered with no apparent complications by late tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
New York
Atovaine
Jonnesro
Morria
Woman Owner Expelled By National Trotting Association
New York, Dec. 8. Mica Elai Palmer of Pimlico Maryland was expelled from membership in the National Trotting Association after a board of review found she started a horse under the name Aristocrat at the State fair in Timonium Maryland. The charge stated she attempted to pass paper George Bertin for the class.
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New York
Mica Elai Palmer
Pimlico
Association
Board of Review
George Bertin
Timonium
Carlin Chosen Captain for Georgetown Soccer Team
Frank Garlir of Georgetown college department was selected to act as captain of the Georgetown soccer team. The appointment is temporary while the team is still being settled. Carlin, popular with students as president of the athletic association, has shown strong interest in sports. A Georgetown Athletic Association meeting at Gaston Hall will elect an assistant football manager and address important issues, including potential five month residency rule changes and constitutional amendments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgetown
Frank Garlir
Carlin
Ur West End Instituton
Athletic Association
Gaston Hall
Uead
Newcome 185 High Gun Leads Amateurs at Travers Island
In windy Travers Island conditions the amateur trapshooting championships began with 6 competitors in a warming prelim. Newcom of the Independent Gun Club Philadelphia led with 96 of 100, earning a silver cup, while Alvin of Red Bank NJ claimed second with 88. A tie for third between Mink of Highland Gun Club Philadelphia and Groesbeck of New York required a shoot-off, won by Mink 12 to 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ghedal
Washington
New York
Travers Island
C H Newcom
Phiadelpha
D A Upson
Cleveland
Ohio
Newcom
Prise
Alvins
Red Bank NJ
Charles E. Mink
Highland Gun Club
Philadelphia
HE Groesbeck
New York City
Mak
Corcoran Cadets Win season opener in Guard league
The Corcoran Cadets defeated Company H regulars 23 to 9 in the National Guard Athletic Association basketball opener at the Guard gymnasium. Rose opened scoring with a tricky shot, and after a cautious first period the Cadets surged in the second session with sharp defense and accurate shooting, overpowering Tremont Athlete Club affiliated opponents.
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Imex
National Guard Athletic Association
Guard Gymnasium
Corcoran Cadets
Company H
Quint
Acare
Tremont Athlete Club
Te Acore
Corcoran’s
Bicionnell
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Fiz
Jef- Gee Carbett
JeMrea
Homer
League of Ben Unnilieus
Fommercalsa
Aschalf
Yasie Snona
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Washington Vast
Wilson Company
Myerland Sales Company
Owen Quen
Kenney
Black Raven
Wm. Hahn & Co
Pe. Ave
P. Ave
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Heydler Ia
Michigan
Ben
Maxum
Talent
Ninth and the Avenue
C. Hamilton
Lou
Trainst
Werd
James W Coffroth
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Goldheim & Sons
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Pa. Ave
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National Guard
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Swift Specific CO
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