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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1909
Page
49
Notice details the final coupon dates for a bowling contest. The last coupon appears next Sunday February 14 with Post receipt by noon February 21 for 24 special ballots and paid-advance subscriptions. Special ballots must be returned by noon February 21.
A chaotic OCR page reports Outsiders prevailing in a close contest with players such as Pudge Quinn and Garety Lens cited among victors. The text references betting, locations, and multiple names in a sprawling, error-filled recap of a sports event with unclear dates or venues.
The Amateur Baseball Commission met at the National Jamar Armory to select teams for the Amateur Series and form a governing constitution. Four leagues were represented Hulrad WoC Marquette De yirbnental and Capitol City. Officers were postponed due to absences. the next meeting is in March.
Philadelphia reports Dorando Pietri the Italian marathoner defeated Terrey Smuth in the Third Regiment Armory mile race. Pietri led from the start and built a clear gap, finishing the 11 miles in about 9 minutes 16 seconds, with Smallwood retiring on the eleventh mile due to leg problems.
In a period piece on motoring, the piece highlights Cleveland and Pittsburgh actions, Stoddard Dayton’s hill climbing records, and the push for rapid transport and emergency car use. It notes improvements like dash cabinets, holsters for rifles, and two large axles, as officials experiment with faster transit and safer handling. The article quotes Teo Meter Can Company on getting there and back at reasonable speeds, plus Stoddard-Divion’s recent compilation of hill climbing results, praising durability and economy as keys to motor success.
Ed Cates, Washington pitcher, suspects a trade to the New York Americans before the season opens. He spoke in Richmond Indiana while wintering at Greensfork, saying he is not sure of deal details but believes Washington will trade him. Reports tie the move to Elberfeld era expectations and Western teams’ pennant chase this year.
An unp Reverend telegram to James J. Jeffries, the retired heavyweight champion, offers him 1000 dollars a week to keep a fight engaging East. Jeffries reacts with disbelief and profane humor, then laughs at the audacious impertinence.
Olympic stars Bacon Porter Gissag and Hillman Wall headline a major meet in Tins City. Over forty colleges clubs and schools will be represented by top performers as they make their first appearance since the Olympic Games.
The Tri State League boxing up. Reading lists lineups for West Branch M C A of Baltimore and Washington S F C A in a gym showdown tomorrow night. Swarthmore announces football schedule for 1899 with eight games including Franklin and Marshall and Bucknell. Indoor meet at Convention Hall tomorrow features Olympian stars Bacon Porter Gissing and others competing for Hutchetite carnival glory.
Finale sale notice from Parker Bridget and Co promotes broken size Parker Bridget Winter Overcoats with today or tomorrow purchase. Multiple price lots listed from twelve to twenty eight dollars for coats up to forty five dollars.
Chicago Feb 11 reports a lively National League session in Chicago next week. Johnson demands Murphy be removed for failing to act, vowing to reveal details of an umpire bribery affair. The commission plans to discipline Murphy next Tuesday or Wednesday, with fans awaiting further action and the world of baseball closely watching.
Shamohm Pn Feb 11 Wathamshetts line of the Philadelphia National League club visited here to engage Harry Coveleskie the former Phillies star who helped prevent the Giants from clinching the pennant. A salary offer was discussed and Coveleskie’s prospects for the 1959 season noted. Shettsline praised Coveleskie’s health and hinted at a possible club decision after further talks next week. Canadian curlers beat Loch Leven 14 to 52 in a Crossmoss match.
In tense notes from a late season report, coach and players discuss potential reentries, pending penalties, and upcoming matches. The piece mentions Georgelust, Washr, and local press teams, with plans to refine lineups and assess capabilities.
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