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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1909
Page
40
Sporting commentary discusses sacrifice plays and players who earn credit for advances. It cites Ganley and Hunt as notable examples, notes limitations of batting stars, and references selections by teams and leagues, including prospects from University and minor leagues.
A letter discusses Anson and Cubs prospects, mentioning Te Woremamiggan and potential April action. It notes supporters like Linsell and F Coane and hints at Frank’s possible comeback and continued leadership of the Cubs amid optimism and uncertainty.
A man named Warren started out to shoot Tex yesterday with a dog for company. His body was found in the snow below the city with the gun. The dog kept guard overnight near the body, resisting undertaker efforts to approach. The man’s axe shattered and he was frozen.
Holy Name defeated Union Station 13 to 11 in a lively Union Station gym game. Sullivan starred for the home team scoring all but two of Union Station’s points while Hildreth and Fuse stood out for Holy Name. Referee Mr. Shewatter and timer Mr. Engle noted a fast, hard contest with several fouls and tense moments.
Charley Comiskey stated in Chicago on February 1 that he has not yet given up hope Fielder Jones will play. He said he needs definite information from Jones and would consider trades only if they benefit the team, while resisting any attempt to be fleeced in deals.
The Philadelphia Phillies and Athletics announce an interleague six game set starting April 3 to align with the major league schedule. Dennis Mack and Billy Murray led talks with team officials to finalize dates, venues, and uniforms for the exhibition to follow at Shibe Park.
Special to The Washington Post from Madison on February 1 reports the joint legislative committee is to decide Isaac Stephenson’s senatorial endorsement. If Stephenson loses Tuesday, he faces delays awaiting an expenses inquiry. Most doubtful members have not indicated a shift, and opponents anticipate more changes.
A sports item reports last year’s players Smith and Diamond returning with a big squad. The team pledges to be the strongest in school history and aims to win the intercollegiate championship this year.
Georgetown’s baseball program lists 26 candidates led by Captain Courtney with pitchers Cantwell Montgomery Devine and a deep infield and outfield pool. Duke drills begin February 15 for indoor work, with full squad slated for March 2 as optimism grows after last year’s near Princeton-level pace and two key departures.
Special to The Washington Post Lyons N Y Feb 4 The Wayne county grand jury began probing the death of Harry Sampson nephew of Rear Admiral William T Sampson at Macegon The widow Mrs Georgia A Sampson is jailed in Wayne county charged with his murder She showed interest in who would foreman the grand jury and in Justice Sawyer who had been a friend and adviser to the Sampson and Allyn families Oldest Woman Postmistress Resigns Mrs Mary McCoy aged 08 longtime postmaster at Sheakleyville Pa resigns after 40 years Drs McCoy appointed by President Johnson post want ads are free in The Post.
Sacramento February 1 Senator Wits introduces a sweeping reform bill prohibiting all pugilistic contests in places charging admission. Violations would be a felony with penalties up to five years in state prison under the penal code. The measure targets boxing events held for gate receipts.
A tri city military relay race for the Federal indoor games includes teams from the National Guard regiments in Washington Baltimore and Richmond. The 900 meter legs feature the Fifth regiment quartet Block Hughes Limpert and Snyder winning the Johns Hopkins meet while Richmond Howitzers promise speed. Star entries for the 1400 meter include W M Paul Melvin Shepard McGee and others with entries closing Friday night at 709 Fourteenth Street NW.
George Washington University and Bloomingdale Athletic Club seek AA U sanctions for outdoor five mile runs starting at Brightwood race track. Bloomingdale date March 3 follows AA U event and inauguration week crowd. Hatchettes set April 22 start. Course via Fourteenth Street line Georgia Avenue and Piney Branch Road finishes at start.
The list shows winning horses and jockeys in Oakland and Los Angeles races with odds for each entry. Notable winners include Rosario Taplin Lamnotta McCarthy Pan de Gro Bellwether Raleigh Honest and in Los Angeles Work and Play Gyras Ida May Progress Charley Paine Bliss Carmen with various betting odds.
San Francisco Feb 1 report from The Washington Post notes an outstanding crowd and heavy betting as six public choices materialize in a crowded Oakland card. Upsets include Suinotta at 12 to 1 in the juvenile, Pan De Oro at 9 to 1, and Honest in the sprint. Race-by-race results show Rozemo winning the five furlongs, Samolia taking three furlongs, Pasteforo (Mitre) prevailing in the mile, Bellwether in seven furlongs, Raleigh winning the mile and an eighth, and Honest capturing the five and a half furlongs with strong favorites failing to dominate. Continuous racing action marks a volatile afternoon.
Oakland weather and race notes list runners such as Rancidge Hush Money and Sylvia Dunbar in a shuffled lineup. Names like San Gil Billy Myer Foren Bill Pullmas Wigent ler Brooklept and Dr Holzberg appear among a broad field with many unfamiliar figures.
Louisville report shows former Yale football star Tom Shevlin marrying Miss Elizabeth Sherley in a quiet Feb 1 ceremony at St Mary Magdalene Church Louisville. The couple planned brief trips to Chicago Minneapolis before settling in Minneapolis. Shevlin arrived in Louisville yesterday and checked into the Seelbach Hotel.
Cincinnati report notes the national baseball commission released a list of players purchased or drafted by major league clubs whose names also appear on a final reserve list. The document, dated February 1, 19xx, shows numerous MLB clubs with several players linked to minor league reservations, including William Rapp and others, across American and National Leagues, with details of purchases and drafts and the respective reserveings by various minor clubs.
The page lists six races with entry names and odds for each. Notable horses include Baleed, Ashefim, Hanridge, and Expectant in the first race, Gong Ship and Sylvia in the second, Dereington and Laura Clay among others in the third, Dolla Dollars and Broneton in the fourth, George Kilborn and Invader in the fifth, and Work Box and Trois Temp in the sixth. Odds are shown in varying formats, with many entries priced per head and several sells across furlong and mile distances.
Annapolis February 1 Coach Richard Glendon of the Naval Academy rowing squad arrives to begin training with his charges. Gym work starts late this season but fall practice aided early prep. May lack of big races diminishes interest with Syracuse and Columbia expected to row on the Severn. Captain is Frank T. Leighton of Tunkhenneck Pa who played Navy football last season.
The opening game of a ten match series in New York ended in a draw after 36 moves. Jaffe won the toss for white and the players completed the game in the Rice Chess Club rooms tonight.
The text describes a chess game where the queen's pawn structure is solid, the queen's bishop develops, and Taffe's position becomes precarious until Marshall sacrifices a knight for central control. Marshall later aims for a draw by forcing perpetual checks after a rook sacrifice.
Lora motorist John H Nolan visits New York while Oyster roasts and club events mark Washington's automobile scene. Matheson cars tout high quality and non experimental motors, Lozter limousine draws attention at Dupont Garage. Mrs Joan Newton Cuneo plans to drive a Knox Giant in New Orleans Mardi Gras races. Mardi Gras 1948 projections and Glidden Tour entries signal a booming auto year with emphasis on braking improvements and new tours.
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