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Navy and Garrisona triumph as they rout Washingtons to seize top spot while New Yorks halt Philadelphia's streak.
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Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1906
Page
8
Potomacs Extend Lead With Real Estate League Win
The Potomacs in the Real Estate League captured all three from Washington last night at The Palace alleys, boosting their hold on Arat Place. Bobinette starred with a near 200 average, while O'Donnell led with 213 in the two-set win as Garrisons upset Vierists in the District League and Plate Printers halted Philadelphia’s streak. The night also saw Navy edge Gov Printing Office in a tight finish and New Yorks stopping Philadelphia in the Plate Printers’ League.
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Washingtons
Bobinette
Govenoiwent Printing Office
Navy
Ping
O'Donnell
Vierists
Bielaski
New Yorks
Philadelphia
Washington
Quaker City
Joe Har Me
Garde
Potomac St
Robinette
Ie Hin
Tota Loai
Howant
Mip Lama
Bop
Tha Hartman
Baker
Caliwel
Ge Fogle
Ottermyer
Plate Printers' League
Jones
Bayer
Ailbach
Au Phutch
Kearns Ghiter
Harte
Tolkweg
Jou
Hardie
SHOTGUN'S THORA HANDICAP AT OAKLAND RACES
In Oakland on the Futurity Course the Shotgun's Thora Handicap delivered lively racing with large crowds. Six races include main event at six furlongs won by Shotgun defeating Cheers and Al Lindley in the six furlong main. Other races featured Marion Rowe, Shady Lad, Dorado, Boloman and Yellowstone with odds and times listed for each.
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San Francisco
Det
Oakland
Hersain
Main
Clark
Cheers
Williamay
al Lindley
Alaris
Johnny ‘Lyons
Durning
Bubb
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Ardennes
Golden Sentiment
Florean
Hernaly
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Betts Reed
Will Jame
Marie H
Fountain
Tima
Joe Goar
Digtributor
Batidor
Doctor Sherman
St. Denis
Crigier
Dottere
Little Grege
A. Powell
Marion Rowe
Boxton
Shady Lad
Brown
Judge
Davis
Tine
Yellowstone
Sea Lad
Burneletts
Quiz TI
Leyeon
Shotgun
Collector Seasup
Graham
Recond
Firsball
Milter
St Broucis
Ww. Miller
Baker
Lawrance
Welch
Jack Little
Lone Wolf
Circus
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Bismerck
Mimo
Boloman
Lubia
Robinson
Brow
Theo Cese
Coleres
Yale Baseball Dates Include Georgetown Here April 2
Yale's schedule lists games against Annapolis War Proof Athlete Club at Baltimore Georgetown New York National League West Point and others. The report notes a London style move and possible manager changes at colleges and leagues with mentions of Ban Johnson Charley Comiskey and Joe Kelley in relation to league headquarters and team leadership.
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New Haven
Conn
Yale University
Annapolis
Warproof Athlete Club
Maltimore
Washington
New York
Weel Point
West Point
University of Virginia
Sth
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Yard
Lafayette
New Ha 26Th
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Princeton
Prince
American League
Comiskey
Chicago
Spacinto
Ban Johnson
Et9
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Charley ‘Omiskey
Joe Kelley
Washington Post
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Roy Brashear
Jack O'Connor
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Bill Lark
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Yanks
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Biah
Hugh Jennings
Stahl
Gri@ith
Matty McIntyre
New York Ha
Stub
Geigith
Welford
Delahanty
Doyle
Joe Yees
Kelley
Muddy City Park Race Features Comeback Runs and Upsets
New Orleans December races at City Park faced a deep muddy track with Monet fading as Mortiboy, a two year old, surged to a decisive stretch win in the five and one half furlong handicap. Red Ruby drew attention after victory amid claims of maiden status and eligibility questions. Expect to See and Sir Toddington also won their respective races amid variable footing and brisk betting interest.
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Racegoera
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Pirebrand
Monet
Firebrand
Mortiboy
Red Huby
Red Ruby
Sir Toddington
Red Baby
Burton
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Fast racing at Ascot Park six race card
The Los Angeles crowd enjoyed ideal weather as Ascot Park hosted six races. Zethus won the second race at 6 to 1 after a slow start, while Merlings and Misa Martha posted victories in the first and third races respectively. Other winners included Duriplasa in the fourth, Prolific in the fifth, and Sir Carathora prevailing in the sixth with strong performances from Elancer and San Abbuo.
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Ascot Park
Chancellor Walworth
Zethus
Mile
Aity Yards
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Koerner
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Ross
Riley
van Hone
Gentle Harry
Viona
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Ray
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Song of the Files
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Line of Life
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Neatness
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the Fiddler
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Thora Lee
Hologno
New Race Rules Adopted by Kentucky Racing Commission
Kentucky racing officials adopted sweeping regulations to govern turfmen trainers and jockeys in an effort to curb turf wars. A license system allows any reputable turf man to operate on any Kentucky track and appeals are possible for ruled off individuals, with about 220 rules in total.
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Lexington
State Racing Commission
Breeding Bureau
Kentucky
Commission
Parker to Lead Crimson as Harvard Football Captain
Cambridge December 18 Bartot Parker 3908 who has played center for the past two seasons was elected captain of the Harvard football team.
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Crimson
Cambridge
Bartot Parker
Harvard
Roundup of boxing, baseball and wrestling moves across major clubs
Wide World of Sport surveys a chaotic web of offers and rumors from promoters Tex Rickard and Mike Riley. Talks include a Jeffries bout, a new 40 000 arena, and a potential Johnson rematch. Baseball notes highlight Bernie Gallagher eyeing Syracuse and Matty McIntyre trade chatter. Frank Gotch regains wrestling crown with Bushido style dominance in Kansas City. Sid Mercer probes new Detroit to Washington exchange ideas.
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Bernie Gallagher
Washington
Gallagher
Syracuse Club
New York State
Leagne
Harry C. Holcomb Dead in Cheshire After Illness
Harry C. Helcomb a Yale 189 alumnus and famed athlete died today at his Cheshire home after a lingering illness. He rowed on three victorious varsity crews during college days.
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Corum
Harry C. Helcomb
Yale
Cheshire
Wide Range of Neckwear and Accessories on Sale
Catalog lists prices for neckwear, umbrellas, shirts, underwear, night shirts, handkerchiefs, suspenders, gloves, cuffs, slippers, hat boxes, opera hats, silk hats, buttons, studs, fur-lined gloves, lounging robes, boys and men’s shirts, pajamas, drawers, raincoats, and related items. Includes belts, belts, scarves, and various headwear with price ranges. Pa. Ave. and Ninth St.
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Gaumusta
Boyer
Gauntlet, CO
Prasata
Horsemen Win on Coast Race Track Bet Policy
Los Angeles city leaders approve an ordinance at Ascot Park allowing betting, poolselling, bookmaking, and stake holding inside the race track. council votes unanimously, amid past restrictions from city ownership. No crime declared for on track wagering.
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Los Angeles
Washington Fort
Ascot Park
Infantry Loses Spirit in Fast League Contest
Boyle stars as the Infantry suffer defeat to Washington Light Infantry in a high tempo game. Commissioner quint leads Infantry lineup including Vidndiboe Creemer Hughes Jere Barker Borie Chism Loftus and Boyle with Barker, Sandiboo, Hughas, Moriacity, Creamee, Chinn, and Avéodhead noted. Referee Mr. Cottwever. Time of halves two minutes each.
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Washington Light Infantry
Quint
Commiscionere
Poaltron. Infantry
Vidndiboe
Creemer Hughes
Jere
Barker Borie
Shrav
Loftus
Barker
Sandiboo
Hughas
Moriacity
Creamee
Chinn
Avéodhead
Cotttewer
Baives
Larkin to Coach Holy Cross Football Team
Worcester Dec 1 1916 Timothy F Larkin of Worcester to coach Holy Cross football next year replacing George W King of Springfield Larkin graduated Holy Cross two years ago played quarterback each season noted for green material devices and Worcester Academy team rising among nation’s best
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Worcester
George HW. Morris
Timothy F. Larkin
George W. King
Springfield
Larkin
Holy Cross
Worcester Academy
Washington Harness Men Witness Potomac Park Speedway Debut
Two thousand spectators flocked to Potomac Park Speedway for harness racing amid praise for Washington’s lightweight roads. Prominent figures including Gen Nelson Miles and U.S. Senators Knox, Foraker, and Bailey back winter road driving as a healthy recreation and a sign of growing stock values at the circuit, with President DeGraw forecasting a permanent, scenic course nearby.
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Une
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Washington Speedway
Leaders Again Win At Amateur Road Riders Meet
The second matinee of the Amateur Road Riders and Drivers Association was held on the new speedway amid five tight races. Charles McDermott’s Rex Leader and Charles Ruppert’s Fair Nancy battled neck and neck in the 2:25 trotter pace heat two, marred by soggy track and a brisk northwest wind. Silver Wilkes 2:10 2 led a strong show in a heat featuring Bully Byrd. First race Fres-for-all trot went to Forney, with The Dean second and Bir Electroid third in 1:10.5. Second race trotter pace won by Loader Sato McDermott. Fair Nancy second, Colitre third in 3:12.7. Third race 240 trot won by Nan Patterson, Mary Bradstreet second. Fourth race 118 race won by Robin Hoda, McKinny second, Everett third. Fifth race free-for-all pace won by Mysotis, Madden second, Bedford Bey third in 1:33.
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Rex
Charles F. Ruppert
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Silver Wilkes
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Forney
Teylor
Dean
Charlea ‘McDermott
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Ker Loader
Sato McDermott
Charles F. Rupperth
Colitre
N.J Miller
Nan Patterson
Gherles Chick
Mary Bradstreet
Robin Hoda
J. F. Jarvis
BI McKinny
W. B. Barker
Everett T
KH Taylor
Mysotis
L.A. McCormick
Harry Madden
George Goodatre
Ten Eyck Badgers' Coach Named at Wisconsin
E H Ten Eyck, former Philadelphia Barge Club coach, appointed to lead the University of Wisconsin crews, replacing resigning Andrew ODea. The decision announced in Madison on December 18 signals a new era for the Badger program and its rowing team.
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Madison
Wis
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Philadelphia
University of Wisconsin
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Gotch Triumphs In Two Falls Defeats Beell In 38 Minutes
Frank Gotch remains America’s top wrestler and a leading World's title contender after a decisive victory over Fred Beell in Kansas City. Beell, weighing 168 pounds, was overwhelmed in 19 minutes 48 seconds by an English croeslock and pinned by Gotch. The second fall lasted 38 minutes 16 seconds as Gotch used a half Nelson and crotch hold. Attendance reached about eight thousand as Beell earned $2,829 and Gotch nearly matched him.
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America
Kansas City
Humboldt
Deek
Goteh
Beal
Tase
Gatch
James 1 Jattries
George Hackenschmidt
Fred Beell
New Orleans
Gotch
Beell
Wisconsin
Jeffries favored as referee in Gans Herman bout
Gans and managers differ on who should referee the Gans Herman fight set for Tonopah. Jeffries is preferred by Riley if he agrees, while Siler from Chicago is also discussed. Herman weighs 134 pounds for the New Year clash as Gans signals readiness to meet the weight.
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Herman
George Siler
Washington Post
Tonopah
Jeffries
Chicago
Joe Gans
Aelegram
Tha Dgat
Herrmann
Nelson
Sullivan to Meet Victor in Fifteen Round Title Bid
Special to The Washington Fest reports Amby McGarry likely to beat Maurice Sayers in a fifteen round Eureka Athletic Club bout. winner to face Kid Sullivan in New York. If Sayers wins, Herford may shift the match to Milwaukee. promoter Gerford bets on Washington protege recovering form shown against Kid Goodman. Also Hot Springs boxing scene to open January 1 with John McKee managing Whittington Park Athletic Club. Gus Bezenah expected to compete.
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Maurice Sayers
Eureka Athletic Club
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Kid Sullivan
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Washington
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