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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1908
Page
8
Washington to enter teams as bowlers map out plans for the coming tournament with substantial cash prizes and honors promised by A B C. Organizers urge participation from clubs and individuals across districts.
Abe Thompson leads Georgetown as graduate manager announces a top track plan for a new floor and a strong indoor season. Coach Harry Vail outlines all-winners rosters, competition in international meets, and a smoker event as athletes from Georgetown and nearby clubs plan training and trials.
Pittsburg magnate Ernest Dreyfuss threatens to call off negotiations over Leach with Garry Herrmann as Cincinnati contends the deal is near. A noon deadline looms for Deny Interview while Herrmann faces further contact and potential conference with Leach about terms.
Harvard faces a stiff schedule with a pivotal game against Princeton looming. Players and coaches weigh travel, rest, and preparation as the week unfolds with a crowded Bruins-Harvard calendar and hopes for a favorable outcome in the near term.
Coastal baseball feature names many players from the Prominent Teams including Becktey Shas and Sheehan. The piece lists players from Baltimore Brooklyn Chicago Cleveland St Paul and other leagues along with several lesser lights and new team ties.
A chaotic Winter League game features multiple homer hits with bases loaded and dashed plays. McCarthy executes a squeeze, McGlimhey and Smeltz contribute key hits, while Knott and Binghams shine on defense though no official scorer is present to log the chaos.
Four gripplers from the University of Pennsylvania football eleven joined the wrestling squad. Pulwell, Daver, and Dinner Tohiell show solid progress while Nelsons and hammerbacks shift to the mat. Meacon excels, tying for the varsity squad and remaining undefeated in heavy weight. Draper and Dwyer add mid strength to Penns wrestling.
Bowlers from the Interior and Agriculture departments lead the league standings as the Nays Yard, White Fanters, and Fat Men post wins. Sammie Creagury and Tribert top weekly scores, with Williams misreported and a 460 score noted in the Agriculture-Interior game.
Baseball owner John Kaloyle explains that big trades hinge on two-for-one offers and high value returns. He cites examples with Joss, Krke, Flick, and Turner while noting market limits for stars and the risk of overpaying players for cash.
A crowded field features Gleide Arienere and Buking Boy Pink Cap among numerous entrants from Los Angeles to Granada and New Orleans. The event spans a series of races with a purse and notable runners like Montresy, Abbott, and Tartars among listed participants, as officials track times and results.
The Yale Daily Post reports the 1997 season ends with no captain chosen and a new election set for Friday. Edward Harus Coy, a former fullback, is a dark horse candidate though unconfirmed. Arthur E Brides, a varsity player and medical student, also contends, amid speculation about leadership duties.
Phuledephiy Jack O Puen confesses to striking a deal with Quaker City boxing men to fix fights. The claimant admits involvement in arranging bouts and arranging favors for fighters in a local ring context. Authorities outline the ongoing inquiry into match manipulation.
Michigan football coach Glenn (G.A.) Yost disputed a long running 1905 correspondence dispute over Mike Gregory entering the University of Michigan. The article traces letters with President Jordan, references past criticisms, and notes Yost’s stance alongside university officials about Gregory’s eligibility and historic press coverage. Also mentions related athletic context and spring activity.
Sally Weinric the New York featherweight meets Kid Dorbet of Baltimore in Baltimore on January 2 under Nonpariel Athletic Club auspices. The fifteen round bout via contract lists Dorbet at 129 pounds ringside while Weinric is lighter. Management expects Weinric to prevail, given past rivals defeated by Dorbet’s list including Ryan Gos Wilson and Feltz. The winner receives 65 percent of net gate receipts.
The Detroit News reports Dutch Sterzer a left handed pitcher from Washington DC joins Detroit from Martinsburg West Virginia league after two years pitching. Navin Dimsele and Thompson praise his potential and expect a fast company impact. The Post announced Butch Staiger joining the Flyers, drawing interest from local players.
A public notice urges consulting a physician for hard colds, severe coughs, bronchitis, and weak lungs. It promotes Ayer's Cherry Pectoral as a potentially better remedy and advises asking the doctor for guidance to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Prospect of a record season energizes local leagues as Capital City and Marquette hold first meetings and others plan sessions this week. Officials outline ground improvements, membership, and leadership steps while reporting strong amateur interest across Washington and surrounding areas.
The article notes Harry Zantie, a Savannah team member in the South Atlantic League, is negotiating a contract to turn professional. He has shown strong hitting and fielding in amateur play and currently studies at the Business Tech Institute, with scouts watching his progress.
Georgetown prepares for a tough clash with Fordham this Saturday at Convention Hall. Fordham’s Patrick Techer, a standout forward, is expected to lead the effort with strong shooting, while Columbia’s defense has focused on him. The game is billed as a decisive Catholic colleges championship tilt with both teams aiming to seize the banner.
Special to The Washington Post reports Detroit after the national bowline tournament aims to entertain a large crowd at the South Atlantic League meets. Savannah, Macon, Augusta, Columbia, Jacksonville attend the annual South Atlantic Baseball League meeting in Savannah. Charles W Boyer reelected president as NP Corsh presides over the board of trustees.
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