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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1908
Page
27
Burst of speed shatters previous mark as seven pins five man teams and several individuals compete in a lively night program. President Herrmann is expected to win reelection amid the strong showing.
The article lists multiple tournament events across February including Indianap olis Night Detroit Night Chicago OLeary Night Elks Night MineralIea ta Tuxedos North Cincinnati Turner Night Garry Hermann Night Women s Night and more with references to international matches and a Washington Post Cincinnati mention. It highlights speed showdowns, two man events and the interest of the American Bowling Congress now at the Pitt Regiment.
The Washington Post reports President Johnson urging action by American League clubs after fans threw bottles at players. The league will fine teams for dam age caused by spectators and will arrest anyone who throws bottles. Club notify clubs that they must police crowds or face penalties to stop the disruptive habit seen in prior seasons.
New York hosts a national women’s tennis championship where several players, including E J Moore, Mrs. W H Pouch, and Miss Marie Wagtur, succumbed in singles. In the bottom half, A L Dey defeated Miss Penny Fish, while Mrs G M Chapman and Mrs G T Chapman won doubles with Mrs Piatt.
Percy D. Naughton of Brookline was named head coach of the Harvard football team at a Harvard Athletic Association meeting. He accepted without renouncing service and has a history as Harvard and Maryland athlete, with prior roles as fullback, right tackle, and baseball captain.
Georgetown's Cohen Devine Gibbs and F Rice named to run a relay squad chosen after tryouts at Conversion Hall yesterday. Nine candidates competed, led by Martin Mudd Balleargin Cohen Mylen Devine Gibbs Miller and Rice, with coach Reilly praising performances and times. Manager Moran plans a second team for Federal events if some miss New York.
A local church announces gatherings focused on care for the sick and those ill. The plan includes voluntary sessions, prayer, and support activities led by church members to assist families and individuals during illness.
The article reports hundreds of applications for a few vacant stalls at Benning tack, with 408 Thoroughbreds stabled and 39 stalls still open. It notes horsemen planning for the spring meeting, policy to keep winter stables intact, and high demand for accommodations. It also discusses Rev Dr Elwood Worcester’s Boston program mixing religion with science at Christ Church, offering free treatment for functional nervous disorders and increasing interest in church remedies.
Rol Roy Mackey and Joe Turner wrestled an hour and a half to a draw at the National Guard Gymnasium. Turner scored first a 15 lemma with a full Nelson, but Mackey answered. The lights-out delay due to insurance regulations stalled the bout after 9 pm, ending about 11 pm amid dissatisfaction from the paying crowd.
Earle Norris Floyd of Meridian Mississippi was chosen manager and Richard W. Carrington of Petersburg Virginia named assistant manager by the General Athletic Association of the University of Virginia. Floyd is in his fourth college year with prior athletic management experience. Carrington entered the university last fall and has athletic background at Hampden Sidney College.
Mary Waddell wife of famed ball tester Tube Waddell filed for divorce in Philadelphia and aims for April freedom from Rube. Krieger of the Breezing Shop broke the alley records at Capitol Hill alleys with a 2 total, earning a cash prize from management.
Fifty ball players gather at Hot Springs as spring training opens. Angus, former Detroit owner, dies in Detroit. Eastern critics see Rockell of New York State League as a threat to Rossman at first base. Iettman, once Griffith’s protege, tops home runs but misses second. Phillies plan renovations at the grounds. Army Navy game may move to American League Park if Franklin Field not used. Paskett in Cleveland with Cincinnati leads Southern League in steals. Ueoles batted .289.
The piece notes dainty French smoking sets with monograms, and predicts Mrs Mil l Mills will ride cream colored horses in Newport. It highlights Valentine novelties like thimble and glove bag gifts, plus Mrs Conger’s sale of 1200 Chinese art objects from Pekin 1900, including the Imperial Bell and mandarin pieces, to be offered by the American Art Association in New York.
Theodora Shonts and her fiancé, Duc de Chauhes, obtained a marriage license in New York City Hall on February 10. The groom-to-be was surprised by a one dollar fee, which was ultimately paid by Mr. Wolam F Petterman, the Shonts private secretary, as a friend accompanied the couple. The bride’s and groom’s detailed names ages and birthplaces were recorded on the license.
An ad claims nervous weakness causes irritability restlessness and poor sleep and promotes Dr Miles Nervine as the best restorative for nerve exhaustion. It touts Nerve and Liver Pills as a good accompaniment and offers a money back guarantee with address Miles Medical Co Elkhart Indiana.
Philadelphia speaker G Frank Stevens will join others at Carnegie Lyceum to back bills restricting experiments on live animals. Key backers include Mrs Caroline Earle White and Assemblyman Frank W Johnston. Physicians oppose strict limits, while many support the Johnston and Darla Lee bills. Contributions pour in from across the United States as supporters urge abolition of animal torture in science.
A long, partial hotel guest directory lists many names by city including National and Metropolitan hotels in Chicago Philadelphia New York and more. Names include Hinkle Baker Nordall and many others with several Raleigh and Willard references. The list blends multiple states and venues with scattered affiliations and spouses. A separate note mentions Gibbs seeking papers and a Lincoln celebration in Friendship Baptist Church. A medical ad promotes Bromo Quinine as a grip preventive.
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