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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1910
Page
12
Fragmented report quotes Jamon Nugent claiming Johnson case delays could force postponement of a major bout. The piece mixes court chatter, alleged wire pulling, and a list of names, dates, and events, including legal actions and boxing titles. It notes tensions around trial dates and public reactions, with multiple detainee and docket references.
Sporting Comment by J Ed Grillo criticizes players for neglecting refined skills during spring training condtioning. He cites base running, slides, and pitching as areas needing deliberate practice and warns against reliance on natural ability alone amid rising baseball activity. He also discusses Johnson Jeffries fights and the spitball issue, noting how conditioning and technique shape game outcomes.
Fred Glade, a Grand Island Nebraska miller owner with a fortune, plans to join the New York Highlanders to boost their push in the American League. He cites obligation to Frank Farrell and Yankees history, though his arm and business have kept him away. he may delay departure to stay with family and avoid financial loss.
An anonymous letter questions a George Washington track meet mixup involving Episcopal High School and Baltimore City College officials. The writer, a former Episcopal manager, seeks explanation of why the Episcopal team appeared favored and notes protests to the referee. The letter, dated February 6, 1910, from Baltimore, requests clarity to protect the school's good name.
The national commission plans a special meeting in Cincinnati on February 6 to compel all major league owners to disclose stockholders. It will be a grave misdemeanor to hold stock in two clubs in the same league. Herrmann chairs the session and will seek to press both Charlies to decide.
A long article discusses road use and safety measures in New York, plus urges enforcement of criminal law. It covers Governor Whitman pushing to prosecute reckless driving and a plan to hire eight assistants for a special DIL unit. The piece also details Franklin Manufacturing’s time-saving premium plan and its impact on pay across machine shop departments.
The Pittsburg team will use a contracted umpire for the Hot Springs championship games. Vansiekle of the American Association is likely to get the job after applying by mail, with Manager Clarke and President Dreyfuss backing him. Dreyfuss believes Vansiekle will deliver proper umpiring amid spectator distractions. Babe Adams’ pitching decline is noted as unchanged from two years ago, signaling a return to minor league level under new curve strategy.
Preliminary arrangements for the interclass baseball series at Georgetown began Saturday. Freshman Raymond Leicht of Canton and Willie O’Connor of Delph Ind were elected captain and manager positions. The poor field condition is noted but improvements are planned as weather permits.
The National Association of Game Commissioners begins a convention in New Orleans focusing on pot hunting uniformity of game laws nongame bird protection and sale restrictions. Discussions cover state game preserves and organizing a game warden service with sessions through Monday.
Manager McGuire releases thirteen players from the Cleveland roster as a new season approaches aiming for a clean slate. Dusty Thowdes unsettled, two men depart with Hinchman likely to see game time, while several others fade from the club. By June 3 Cleveland expects to place players in minor leagues and restructure across the American Association and other circuits.
The records show winners and odds from a race segment. Huarez Doctor Mack marked 5 to 1 beating Nibkick Austin with Light Knight 3 to 5 and Charlie Harprave ato 1, Marchmonet and Fantaatle listed with odds.
A Florida report on Jacksonville racing notes owner Curley Brown’s drastic measures to clean jockeys rooms by removing valets. Proposals include licensed attendants, weight handling, and riders carrying gear themselves. Weighing rules and banning bandages receive mixed support amid calls for honesty and improved racing protocols.
A gala downtown coming out party for Tom Sharkey hosted at Tammany Hall features debutantes mingling with notable guests. Kid Grifo faces a biting incident but Miss Ellie the Keg defends herself. Sharkey's entourage prizes prizes and manages the grand march amid gossip about gold prizes and curious spectators.
In New Orleans, Oldfield defeated Raph De Palma in the feature event of an automobile meet at the New Orleans Tech track. About 3,500 spectators watched as De Palma burst a tire and quit mid race, leaving Oldfield to win the 2 10 mile race after a neck and neck start.
Fragmented racing notes show Charlie Hargrave winning a race at Terrazas Park amid muddy track conditions from last night’s rain. Other results mention Bedwell, King Gabal, Gypsy King, and several named horses with odds and times in a dense, garbled racing column.
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