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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1907
Page
8
Northeasterns pull off a surprise upset to dethrone Mechanical and dust them from first in the Railway League standings. Tonight features matches at Palace Alleys with Company E facing Company J and a Philadelphia venue listed as Sew Vok.
Boston February 1 Yale defeated Harvard 14 to 12 in a close game at Mechanic's Hall. Yale's offense largely outplayed Harvard, which struggled to cope with the opponents' tactics. An extra period was needed after two periods ended tied 12 to 12.
Harry Tuthill signed to train White Lawin for his February 11 Valley Falls battle with Billy Mellody. Lewis trains at Schloeser’s roadhouse in Silver Lake as Tuthill prepares him for the life fight. Twin Sullivan sails to Denver for ten round date with Harry Lewis February 22 at Coliseum A C. Sullivan brings Young Donahue who is ready to back a $3,000 lightweight bout.
In mile trials Diaie Commo dore EB J Schroeder's racer won in 2 20 for the Sir Thomas R Dewar Shield Trophy. Dixie scratch boat won a Capeedier race while Gray Wolf owned by H L Willoughby Jr took a consolation heat. Dixie also captured the 2 mile Wanamaker Cup endurance. Katherine, sunk in Wednesday collision, returned to race and drew applause.
Eastern High School defeated Army and Navy Preparatory 14 to 10 at the Washington Light Infantry hall. Dodd scored six points for Eastern with key baskets from difficult angles. Guard action by Crown and Malony helped limit the heavier Preps as Griffin and McGraft led their side.
The Washington Light Infantry defeated the Eastern Athletic Club 33 to 28 in a fast game. After a 14 2 halftime tie the Light Infantry surged ahead in the second half led by James and a strong lineup including Barker, Lottua, Shreve, and De Mar. Referee was Colliflowar. Time halves were 20 minutes. Eastern High School’s second team beat Army and Navy Prep reserves 10 to 9 with stars Chase Clansel and Morse.
In heavy going at the New Orleans Fair Grounds, Light Note defied 4 to 1 odds to win the fourth race by a wide margin. Rickey edged Tinker for second as Keator dominated the opening drive, while Catherine F. justified 6 to 1 in the two year old event. Marvel P. took a payoff in a selling race, and Western ridden from 8 to 1 led the opening card. Grenade failed to place in a one mile selling, with Bell Indian and Plantaganet running strong finishes. Weather was clear and the track heavy.
Oakland track was sloppy as wind and rain hit the program. W Miller rode Creation to win the first race over Thankful and Bonheur with Rhine stone and others also in the running. In the seven furlong second race Mise May Fawatsh ridden by W Miller won from Hainoult and Baker. Halford led a seven furlong third with Metlakatla second. I'm Jon captured the mile and fifty yards fourth, with Jake Moose and Hooligan second and third. Wogo won the fifth after Bogum was disqualified. St Francis led the pacing five and a half furlongs with Rapid Water second and Gateway third.
Los Angeles Feb 1 with fine weather at Ascot, Search Me 12 to 1 won the six furlong feature by a half length after Seasick bore on Nun's ceiling. Other races saw Bandle and Phil Ienac take wins in the firth and Futurity course, with Homelander and Am pedo also triumphing in their respective events.
Today at Fair Grounds entries include runners such as Dapple Gold Cannon Ball Refined EB and M Fry in Whist Broom Glamor Tileing Ellison entry Besterling Flavigny Sonoma Belle Dele Sirome George Vivian Stockwood and Cashier Celebration Kaile Powers Small Lady Oakland Love of Gold Wilmore Benward Silver Sue Laura F M Dr Scharff Nonie Lucille Merion Rose Supreme Court Misa Officious Graze MBndorf Jacktul Watchful Hooligas Dusty Miller Tony Faust Hector Ascot Booger Red Counie M Sweet Take Sheriff Bell Dewey I Told You Judge Nelson Treapore Seeker Samrids Milshora Elota Bragg Reservation Maxnar Josies Jewel Daruma Silver Wedding.
Washington nursery races at Benning draw emphasis with the Jesse Brown Cup and Dinner Stake shaping the spring program. Crickmore teases two year old stakes as Okenite’s win last year under foggy conditions haunts the memory. The Jesse Brown Cup invites DC Maryland and Virginia bred foals, while John E B Madden’s Kentucky string largely misses eligibility. Entries close February 23 with Handicap and Amateur Cup plus pink coat steeplechases on the slate.
Promoters of the Professional Basketball League plan another push to secure a skating rink venue. At a Washington meeting of directors, it was decided to push for constructing a central cage in Convention Hall without interfering with skating. The Washington infantry hall will be abandoned soon, and efforts focus on the rink promoter to build in the big hall. A care will be built in the center to host games. Midwinter horse sale closes with low prices at Madison Square Garden. Fasig-Tipton reports 110 head sold for 21,350 dollars. four-day total 175,250 for 482 head. Charlie Eastman fracture noted after Thursday’s race. David H. Barnes awaits New Orleans City Park meeting opening. Termessés-born candidate Kercheval used in breeding debate. Burien & O’Neill seven two-year-olds bring 3,100. Jimmy H. leads at 3,650. Fartastle sold for 3,200 to race at Hot Springs. Reobert Walden to sell two-year-olds today. Cincinnati news hints at City Park control by Roms Respess and Joseph Rhinock. no word yet on Corrigan’s local dominance.
Manager McGraw of the New York Nationals is due in town before next week to finalize preparations for a California training tour. He plans to take enough players to Los Angeles to field two complete nines with substitutes, solidifying positions at first base shortstop third base and the outfield. Bresnahan and Bowerman will handle most catching with Smith available for emergencies. The trip, covering about 3000 miles, could cost as much as 15000 dollars. The boxing notes mention Philadelphia Jack O'Brien arranging a February 26 card in Los Angeles with three opponents, while Burns signs for a Nevada purse and Gans-Britt may be cancelled amid cold promoter finances. Keator, racing for Frank Farrell, has been bought by James H. McCormick after a poor season and a public auction.
Melvin Sheppard announces he will not compete at the Irish-American and Pastime Athletic clubs games this week and next after defeat by Frank Nebrick in the one mile at Columbia games. He cites lack of fitness and plans to rest for two months before resuming for the summer season. he has faced top runners across distances and once nearly tied the halftmile record before interference derailed him.
Charles Marvin aged 68 died in Lexington hospital. A famed race trainer and owner, he mentored many horses of national repute and worked with noted politicians. His career included victories on the turf surpassing most American trainers.
Martin Sheridan, famed all round athlete, plans to enter two events at the Federal games in Convention Hall this month. He will wear Irish-American Club colors and aims for top marks in discus, standing high jump, shot put, and weight throws, facing South’s best. Sheridan, Olympic champion at Athens, holds a discus world record of 135 feet 4 inches and a 56 pound weight stand of 15 feet 6 inches, with other marks near record levels.
Veteran outfielder Elmer Flick may quit baseball, with reports Washington fans recounting his strained relations with Nap La Joie. Cleveland sought a trade with Detroit for Matty McIntyre. Tiger owner declined. Flick reportedly plans to enter business in Cleveland.
Rumors sweep through 1905 baseball circles with players changing teams and roles. McGraw clings to Mathewron's form while McGinnltsy is called alien. Cleveland trimmed Thielman. ex-Cardinal may return to Indianapolis. Hartzell to be released by a Southern League club. Two Buck Freemans in the American League. Cammy and Fred Burton shifting teams. West, Best, and Walter South linked to minor leagues as chatter grows. Giants plan programmes for Agcot races. McGraw values Alex Smith for inside information. Cantillon’s umpiring quip recalled. Murray to lead Philadelphia on Southern trip. Trade talks swirl around Bradley, Collins, and Pittsburgh/Cincinnati pitchers. Georgetown and Winchester prep for spring work. Doc White to oversee pitchers. Rohe signed as Sox utility infielder. Rohe’s world series form cited.
William Nungasser, a wealthy Brooklyn coal merchant, fell into a pocket of pea coal at his Twelfth Street yard. He sank to his neck as the fine coal collapsed around him, was rescued after the pocket was emptied, and taken to Seney Hospital with a severe head contusion.
Emma Atkinson of 229 Thirteenth Street Southwest was robbed near Thirteenth and C. A man snatched her pocketbook and fled. two witnesses pursued and detained the suspect, Joseph Allen, 18, of 219 O Neill's Court Southwest, at the Fourth Precinct. Police plan further investigation over three weeks to confirm links to other thefts. The recovered book held $1.63 and car tickets. Allen’s arraignment is not expected for several days.
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