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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1909
Page
22
A fragmented sports column lauds public figures and teams, mentioning Be HO Penne MEG LW and several players. It weaves in tangled references to fans, coaches, and local rivals, and notes crowd energy, leadership, and forthcoming matches with a mix of names and partial phrases.
A fragmentary report outlines a reform program targeting habitual drunkenness. It proposes Emmanist methods and medical guidance to break the habit, including weekly sessions and cooperation with Dr VicCieads. The text mentions two men previously in care at Peale Posershutse who might participate if others join the effort.
A crazed man named Mather, described as agitated by seeing a lion, attacked the animal and forced it from a tent. The scene included the lion tearing apart a baby and retreating, with observers noting the animal and human remains and a chaotic escape from the campsite.
Turmoil continues as officials announce leadership changes and ongoing investigations. Key figures including a Duk and naval officers are cited amid uncertain outcomes, with calls for stability following expeditions and undisclosed missions.
March reports show Charles L. Pippin died after drinking wine at Stage WIRE. Statements to police by relatives claim an unwashed bottle used, later identified as a sublimation. Maude M Pippin, wife, and kin say they had not spoken earlier. husband and wife admitted bringing the wrong bottle to the day’s event.
The Wellington Post reports a wreck on the Intercolonial railway near Lammbellton Nova Scotia. A mail special of two engines five coaches and a dining car and Pullman derailed at speed. Both engines and cars were ditched. Engineer David Coal tol Newcastle was crushed and killed instantly under his engine.
Senator elect Elihu Root arrived at Hot Springs to escape the strenuous life and allow a sprained knee to heal. He was accompanied and will stay there the week for rest and recuperation away from the grind of public duties.
A Texas Leaguer named Edmondson has been sold to Minneapolis, with fan pressure to trade for George Stone and Elberfeld. Rumors push for Browns outfield help and Rube Waddell headlines, as Cantillon weighs pennant hopes and possible St Louis or New York moves.
Headlines promise Rube Waddell’s secret Ilia debut and a fighter’s bid for Jeffries Johnson purses. The column mocks reception plans, nervy boasts, and Comiskey’s claim of wealth as Fielder Jones negotiates with the White Sox amid spring signings and baseball’s money talk.
Pittsburg baseball magnate Berney Dreyfuss arrived in Philadelphia and met National League secretary John Heydler at the Bellevue Stratford. Heydler declined to discuss the conference as other Pittsburg figures joined later. Possible talks concerned Dreyfuss small park plans or disposing of NL club holdings.
Young Corbett, now in Pittsburg for a Bowser bout, will meet Freddie Walsh the English lightweight champion in a 15 round catchweight fight at the West Side Athletic Club New Orleans February 20. Walsh, in San Francisco, accepted and transportation was sent. Corbett recently defeated Harry Ferny in eleven rounds and is viewed as entering the second stage of his ring career.
Special to The Washington Post from Pittsburg reports John Sullivan leaving for Chicago en route to the coast to arrange a Jeffries Johnson bout. He says he may cancel his world tour, has a referee chosen, and expects the fight to be the biggest in boxing history, potentially not on the coast or in Pris.
Charles W Boyer lost to W A Jones of Jacksonville for the presidency of the South Atlantic League of Baseball Chubs by 5 to 3 with Augusta Savannah and Charleston backing Boyer. Former Mayor W R Joyner of Atlanta withdrew at the last moment. Salary cut halves the president’s pay and sets a monthly limit for players. The season opens April 18 with Columbia Jacksonville Columbus and Chattanooga at home.
Philadelphia, Fa Jan 21 There are strong rumors around town though denied by police and prison authorities that Jack Blackburn the colored boxer under indictment for killing a man attempted suicide in his cell One report says he tried to hang himself another claims a woman friend gave him poison
Ex governor Charles Magoon, bound for Washington from Psur Beach Florida, will file a supplemental report on Cuba's provisional government and the Gomez inauguration. He praises Gomez's cabinet choices and predicts reasonably fair sailing. A prairie fire near Spofford, Texas burned about 600 acres of land over two days before being extinguished.
The 113 Washington city bowling tournament winds down with prize distribution for all classes. Krauss leads class A with three games 663, while Bikers and Morris loom as top contenders in B and A. Ente stars in B for consistency, and Union League aims to top Calvary for a possible new class B record as the night ends.
A Luttrell Company agent heads to Philadelphia for an auto show. The Automobile Club of Washington plans an autopiano for its country home and a smoker at the club. Members eye a Norfolk homecoming run for the fleet with about 25 cars likely. American cars and materials are praised as top in quality. Glidden tour route remains secret. A Denver tour may skip the Mile High City. Dealers say sales now require informed, skilled salesmanship. Kansas farms show high car ownership with 609 motorcars. Florida beach races may add women’s races, and New Orleans Mardi Gras plans include speed queen events.
Pinefield Illinois January 31 The United States major race for the U S Senate continues as Senator Hopkins resumes a joint session of the State assembly with party leaders saying a trend toward decision remains uncertain. Von Deneen, back from Chicago, conferred with Hopkins supporters but did not reveal the outcome. Hopkins remains the Republican primary choice and vows to push for reelection.
Paris reports the death of Countess de Lesseps widow of Ferdinand de Lesseps promoter of the Suez and Panama Canal schemes. She had suffered years and broken down under the strain of the Panama Canal scandals but died today in Paris.
The Chinese governor Lao Corumbine was found dead in bed from a bullet wound. The autopsy indicated death by own action. Close associates note he suffered from a serious illness and long-term stress.
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