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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1908
Page
8
John J. Ryan, the Get-rich-quick Man, is ordered away from both New Orleans tracks. The results show upsets were frequent and two winning choices were not well backed.
New Orleans reports a muddy track as weather disrupted the Fair Grounds event. Bamnda and Donna V Powers secured two open and final races while Chief Hayes from Sir Sullivan’s stable delivered a notable upset, with upsets also seen in other races as Jockeys faced tough conditions and heavy betting.
At Oakland a big store horse upset favorite Silk Wilson in the first race, edging Stramore St George and placing third was Yr. Emma G captured the second event with a clever ride, while other stalls showed mixed results in a day of brisk furlongs and selling prices.
In Santa Anita Park, Stanley Fay won the fourth race in 1:24 1/5, breaking the coastal seven furlongs record as Orltons faded to third. Other races featured wins by Fretenston and Baron Fiablerit, with a billiards match noting Allen Cutler defeating Willie Hoppe 400 to 240 in Philadelphia.
New York reports that jockey club stewards postponed racing dates decision until next Thursday with Empire City tracking two meets in August and October. Street betting clashes raise tensions as John J. Ryan faces scrutiny while Garry Herrmann explains Stallings’ Cincinnati Reds rejection. Packey McFarland departs for Boston to face Harlem Tommy Murphy on January 14 at a $100,000 Armory venue aiming for a Gans title bid.
After a long lay-off various leagues resume action. Navy loses to G P 0 while capital outfit cruises for bureaus. Royals overwhelm Southerners. Honor Roll features Talbert Navy Hardie Bureau Hartman Lawyer Lee Co K McIntyre Southern Arnold 3 M Shop L Kluge St Marks. 187 ducskpins Oliver Royals 12 Ackermann E W Co 103.
Sporting comment by J Ed Grillo argues minor leagues profit under the current national agreement but press for more concessions. He notes few seasons end before July, praises overall prosperity, warns of risks if minors quit the agreement, and urges minors to fix issues within their own ranks before demanding changes from majors.
Marley Kittleman argues Ty Cobb could be trained into a champion sprinter as leagues showcase a busy night of bowling and racing. The piece notes Cobb’s possible transition amid a season’s rhythm, cites Cobb’s baseball fame, and recalls prior attempts to turn athletes into sprinters while mentioning jockeys, trainers, and local leagues.
Georgetown announces the hiring of Harry Vail, longtime Weld and Arundel coach, to lead the Blue and Gray rowing program. Vail, from New Brunswick, has spent seventeen years improving both crews, boosting their success in major regattas. A contract will be sent for signature as Georgetown and Annapolis are expected to renew the Severn clash in spring.
Special to The Washington Post Boston Mass Jan 6 The towel of the prize ring has had its day An electric fan will pump oxygen into boxers lungs Inaugurated Tuesday night when Armory Athletic Club opens a 100000 club house Jimmy Gardner of Lowell and Joe Walcott will box twelve rounds to a decision The Armory Club aims to rival the National Sporting Club of London with aristocratic membership and warnings that common followers are not wanted Packy McFarland and Tom Murphy of New York are set for a later match
Danny Hoff man, the outfielder traded from the New York Yankees to the St. Louis Americans, complains he will not report to St Louis without a substantial salary increase promised by New York. He notes he would accept any assignment if paid appropriately. Dr Adkins, Baltimore Eastern Leagues pitcher, to coach Trinity College baseball aspirants in Durham next spring before Hantern League season opens in Baltimore.
An advertisement claims sixty years of experience with Ayer’s Cherry Pectoral for coughs colds on the chest bronchitis hoarseness weak throats and lungs. It urges readers to consult their doctor about its efficacy and to trust the remedy based on the doctor’s experience.
Parker Bridget outfits are crafted to exacting standards for formal events. Tailoring emphasizes fit, fabric quality, and meticulous construction ensuring a correct, polished appearance for any occasion.
Frank Farrell states Hal Chase will join the New York Yankees next season and remains firmly committed to the contract for two years. He dismisses California League rumors, says Chase prefers New York earnings and loyalty, and notes the player will rest this winter after a grueling year.
Abe Attell featherweight champion of America fought an unadvertised bout with Kid Farmer in San Francisco on Fillmore street. Farmer sparred while training for Moran, sought larger pay, received $40. Farmer criticized Attell as a “cheap guy” and was confronted by Attell in front of Walf's cigar store. Farmer offered no immediate desire for a rematch.
New York Jan 6 George Dixon once the era's greatest featherweight fighter died in Bellevue Hospital Alcoholic Ward at 37 after a long battle with drink. He had ruled the ring since 1886, beating Cal McCarthy for the Heil brothers title in 1891 and never losing to a man of his weight until Terry McGovern ended his reign in 1900.
Pulliam arraigns minors but Farrell explains that statements regarding blacklisting of reinstated players were unauthorized. Herrmann and Bruce are reelected.
Garry Herrmann was re-elected chairman of the national commission for a fifth term and John E. Brush as secretary. Requests by the American Association to place a club in Chicago and to reduce the Southwest and Pacific Coast leagues to class B were not approved or referred to the National Association. The commission favors limiting each major league club to 25 players on its active roster and 20 during the season, upholding reinstatement of certain ineligible players. Minor league committee found no complaints, and Ban Johnson received cut glass for his 45th birthday.
Special to The Washington Post reports the national commission advised against granting the American Association the right to place a club in Chicago after President O'Brien's resolution was considered. The meeting adjourned with Herrmann re-elected as chairman and Bruce as secretary, while minor cases and financial figures from the year were reviewed.
A new baseball organization named the Pennsylvania and New Jersey League was formed in Philadelphia with delegates from Camden Cheater Hoboken Trenton Lancaster and Potts town agreeing on minor details. Another meeting will select a president and an application to the national commission for protection under class A may be required, otherwise the league will operate as an outlaw.
King Bil Horn will face Carrick in a 100 point pool contest tonight at Stafford's pool parlors located at Seventh and Hartets Northeast. The local event gathers fans for a high stakes exhibition in the billiards room.
Detroit plans to bid for the 1909 American bowling tournament after securing a suitable venue. A mass meeting is set for Monday at the Woodward alleys to rally local bowlers and businessmen as the Detroit Bowling Association reorganizes its thirty teams and pushes for the event.
President C W Murphy announced the Cubs will spend ten days at West Baden Ind before moving to Vicksburg Miss for games March 15 through March 4 They will play in Montgomery Alabama Atlanta Georgia Chattanooga Tennessee Toledo Birmingham Memphis Nashville Evansville Terre Haute Fort Wayne Indianapolis Dayton and Cincinnati with Mordecai Brown Day at Terre Haute on April 9 marking the premier pitcher’s day
The arbitration board of the National Association of Minor Leagues will convene in Cleveland on January 7 to address redistricting disputes and potential splits caused by Eastern teams in the Ohio and Pennsylvania League refusing to face Western and Southern clubs. Board members include J H Farrell Mike Sexton Tim Murnane J H O Rourke J Cal Ewing D M Shively and J D O'Brien with magnates from Ohio Pennsylvania Western State and Central leagues attending.
Tommy Burns and Jem Roche signed for a heavyweight bout in Dublin with a 2500 share and a 7500 purse. The match hinges on Jack Palmer defeating Burns, with Richard Croker backing Roche as the lead backer of the syndicate financing the event.
Hans Wagner, Pittsburg shortstop and power hitter, refused a $5,000 salary to join Uniontown’s Central Pennsylvania League basketball team. William M. McCormack proposed to back the Uniontown squad, build a new hall, and guarantee Wagner earnings equal to or exceeding his baseball year's income, but Wagner ultimately declined the offer.
Dr Wiber chairman of the South Atlantic registration committee of the Amateur Athletic Union suspended Yale basketball team for ten days for playing George Washington University. GWU allegedly used two professionals and has been disqualified from open A A U contests until it releases all professionals from its basketball squad.
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