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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1909
Page
22
The article analyzes Miape Cantillon and teammates battling for positions on the outfield and infield for the Nap headlines. It highlights Cantillon’s versatility at second and third, Flan Wagner shifting spots, and notes about Turner’s arm and pitching strength. It discusses potential lineup changes, key players like Heidrick, Burns, Lajoie, and the team’s overall strength and uncertainties heading into the season.
A boxing card in Washington saw Kid Seager draw with Dummy Decker after ten hard rounds. Decker surged early, Seager fought back, but both tired as the bell rang to signal a draw in the lengthy bout. Rockville reports a growing team in Sandy Spring and Newland wins a Wheeling marathon in 2 22, with 50,000 spectators along the course.
Special to The Washington Post reports Hal Chase may be named captain of the Highlanders as Stallings plans a fast infield. Charley Farrell is engaged to coach young pitchers, with Stallings trusting his judgment for development and the Duke of Marlboro to decide who stays or goes. The featherweight title remains disputed between Attell and Driscoll after their recent bout.
New Orleans February 2 Ralph de Palma won the 10 mile handicap and the free-for-all in his Fiat Cyclone at the Mardi Gras races. The mile event was opened to free-for-all to include De Palma who led Mrs Cuneo by about one eighth of a mile.
Georgetown outplayed Fordham 27 to 19 at Odd Fellows Hall in a rough fast game hindered by small hall and slippery floors. Rice led Georgetown with thirteen points aided by McCarthy and Goggins while Fordham’s Siskent struggled with defense and shooting as Georgetown dominated second-half scoring.
The Naval Academy basketball team defeated Fordham 34 to 16 to end the season. Navy showed speed and accuracy with strong teamwork while Fordham struggled to feed shooters. McCarthy led Fordham with a few long shots as Navy secured the win in a game refereed by Mr. Faler at the University of Pennsylvania.
The National Capital Rise and Revolver Club defeated Baltimore Revolver Association in the fourth match of the intercsty shooting contest, tying the series at two wins apiece. Scores feature numerous shooters, with Ferrell and Beas among top scorers as the next match is set for next month to decide the championship.
James A. O'Shea, official scorer, certifies the correct official score of Pointy for the University of Pennsylvania Alumni scholastic trophy in the Federal indoor games, held February 20, 1808. He notes scores published earlier are unofficial and that 1809 scoring was closer than any prior event. Participants listed include Baltimore City College, Tome Institute, Business High School, Brown Prep School, Phil Technical High School, Western High School, Georgetown Prep School.
Breyer captures the Long Run Trophy at Johns Hopkins as Monumental City runners sweep all three individual prizes and take the handsome silver cup Fleming of G W A initiates the local finish. Mae Good leads a strong M C A showing with notable performance by local athletes.
Police chief McQuaid and Abe Langtry say the American Bowling Congress tournament opening next Saturday will be made as near a cold water event as possible at Duquesne Garden. Bottles will lead to ejection. no Saturday night games into Sunday morning. all balls stored and lights out before midnight. Baltimore wins South Atlantic cross country title. Johns Hopkins takes team honors. Breyer and Griffith pace the race. MCA runners finish strong for second place.
Harvard defeated Dartmouth 1 to 0 at St Nicholas rink to win the intercollegiate hockey championship. NewYork Red 2 Edwin H White of the Itory Cross Lyceum Brooklyn won the Fourteenth regiment Marathon race from the army in Brooklyn to Sea Gate and return. His time for 6 miles 38 yards was 2 53 45 1 James Clark led most of the race but tired in mile 23 finishing third. Albert Haines was second, Harry Jensen won fourth prize. Ambulance calls were common. many runners returned to the armory in poor shape though no serious injuries reported.
The Baltimore Athletic Club fencers edged the Navy team 5 to 4 in Annapolis with Turnt and Schlinkmann delivering decisive wins for BAC. Brandt, captain of the Navy, suffered his first loss of the season as Turnt and Lothrop traded bouts in a tight, spirited match.
Parker Bridget and Co offers a sale of broken lots of Young Men's Stunts in all sizes. Prices shown include $20 and $25 items, discounted to $13 75. Desirable Parker Bridget clothing described as worthful with youth suits coats and vests listed at various low prices.
Johnny Summers defeated Jammy Britt by decision in a lively four round bout before a large National Sporting Club crowd. Britt showed early speed but slipped twice and tired, allowing Summers to rise in later rounds and gain a popular win. Britt claimed he was the better man despite the verdict.
South Atlantic champion cross country draws focus to Bloomingdale run next Wednesday afternoon. Entries from Brown Prep track team Philadelphia include E Ward J F J Gallagner and others. MC A plans full squad. Bloomingdale entries close Friday with Worley. Special to The Washington Post Philadelphia Pa. Fab 2. Young Loughrey outpoints Young Fred Corbett at the Washington Sporting Club, using strong hands and sharp post punch to weather Corbett’s resistance.
Clyde Milan reports he has not signed with the Nationals and will meet Joe Cantillon in Chicago to press for higher pay. The piece notes Burns and Ganley remain out, Milan plans to report in Chicago, and talks of a possible left-hander hire for the Naps as Cleveland pursues a top southpaw. Conroy’s acquisition by Washington draws strong praise and signals a push to build a winning club.
Special to The Weshington Post from Toledo February 22 outlines President WR Armour of the Toledo American Associations team buying George Nill, ex-Washington Cleveland and New Orleans, from Athletics. Nill to fill infield and outfield roles while Daubert leads first base, Hinschman second, Elwert third, Smoot Hickman and Seybold in the outfield. Armour aims to add major league pitchers after training camps disrupt plans of managers.
George Edmund Waddell prepared to file for divorce in St Louis with local attorneys Webber and Muench. The move aims to clear the way for him to pitch for St Louis in Boston, with his wife living there, a situation linked to last season’s baseball pennant race.
Delegations announce a championship event bringing the De Sotos and Bonds teams to compete against top clubs from Canada and the American Bowling Congress. The tournament, set near Pittsburgh on February 2, features fast-scap matchups and individual champions from the fast-scat division.
Harry Pulliam of the National League arrived in Cincinnati last Saturday in a nervous state but his condition improved during the stay. After a brief visit to Sarkville he will travel south for several weeks then resume efforts to manage the league and plan a long rest before resuming NL duties.
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