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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1909
Page
40
A garbled OCR fragment mentions teams Belvederes and Pathan with scattered names, dates, and locations. Readable items are few. the text resembles a messy sports or meeting snippet with multiple incomplete names and phrases, lacking coherent actions or outcomes.
The eel in Ottawa set a world mark on ice with a 2:11.0 mile in a chaotic afternoon. Contestants faced rough starts and a contested finish as three seconds separated rivals, with one skater pulling ahead in the final period amid confusion and a late surge.
Sullivan says he will travel to the Pacific Coast to discuss a bout with Jack Johnson and Jeffries. He believes a $75,000 purse could draw heavy promoters, with a plan to arrange a Johnson versus Jeffries contest and a later split of the proceeds.
In New York on January 2 Linch Cross fought Sounk Otto for ten rounds. Cross dominated the fourth round and finished in the fifth with a decisive knockout after Otto showed resilience. Weight was even at 1 pound difference and both aimed for victory before Cross ended the bout with a crushing blow.
The Columbus OC Athlete Association's second quarterly meeting will be held Sunday January 4. Officers were elected for the year and the October meeting adopted a constitution and by laws. Members from New York Philadelphia and Washington in the East and St Louis Cincinnati and Pittsburgh in the West. A trip by lake route to Chicago is planned for August with a possible league for newspaper printers. A club in the field and a league among printers is proposed with weekly dues until August.
Hucharet NC January saw the second annual winter handicap trap shooting meet. Olds of Chicago led with 43, Newcomb of Philadelphia second with 14, Lee of New York third with 142 as scores for the first squads roll in. Sessions and distances show several standout performances, while cycling events draw crowds as Vitadrome races report record times. Indians After Ball coach in Carls, Pa, signals new training emphasis for the Car High India baseball club this season.
A flurry of exchange talk centers on Burns and Cantillon as St. Louis Browns, Cubs, and Nationals weigh possible moves. Evers visits Scranton to reconnect with Jen nings while Stallings delays action until Cantillon’s plans clarify. Brooklyn scouts Rumor links to Ganzel and Holmes as league peace talks surface amid old rivalries and new signings.
Maryland dealers push uniform demos and tested rims as New York exhibitors shine. Car firms forecast higher demand, new laws, and a Glidden tour contest while Washington area buyers await ships and deliveries.
The Gus anti racing bill passed the California legislature in Sacramento by a 66 to 1 vote. An attempt to pull the bill from the morals committee failed, while supporters predict defeat in the upper house. Also mentions Notre Dame baseball squad, Philadelphia clubs planning spring moves, and a wrestling bout involving Mahmout Turkan.
Roger Bresnahan and Stanley Robison met to decide the St Louis Cardinals will skip in town preparation to favor a longer spring trip for the young roster. The club will depart St Louis on March 2 for training in Hot Springs. Cleveland’s Lewis Evans, a promising local prospect, was signed by McGraw and sent to Toronto, later obtained by Bresnahan for further development.
Evangelist Billy Sunday pledged a personal donation to aid a child in need after a movement formed among national baseball men. He stated he would contribute even if not at a revival meeting, relying on help from supporters, including his former captain Anson. Meanwhile, manager Stallings of the New York Americans plans data review and roster changes at league headquarters.
Commodore Thomas B Pritchard of the Rochester Yacht Club says there is no probability of an international yacht race on Lake Ontario in 19 and that the controversy with the Royal Canadian Yacht Club of Toronto over the matter has been absolutely closed.
Oakland races produced a stunning upset as Ketchenuke and Yankee Daughter failed to ante up while Nebulesne and Katie Powers beat stronger runners. Balonia and Cloudlight also shone with notable performances amid shifting track conditions after two weeks of rain.
In a tightly fought Military League game at Myet gym Artillery edged Corcoran Cadets 40 to 35 after a final minute rally. Wham and Larrt starred for Artillery while Corcoran’s leaders struggled to finish.
Racebyrace results from Havana show Wiss Pertgoré winning the first five and a half furlongs with Doengldo second and Laughing third time 1 16 23. Second race six furlongs Miss Taiden won Amador second Dew of Dawn third time 1 16. Third race five and a half furlongs Gritton won Fox Meade second Brown Jug hind time 1 19 16. Fourth race seven furlongs Elder won Richmond Duke second Hanst third time 1 1 0. Fifth race one mile Raseburg won Blue second Water Coole third time 1 41. Sixth race one mile and 2 furlongs Goaun A won Hand Me Down second Wine Mencant third time 2 0.
The article lists race entries across multiple purses and distances with numerous horses and connections. Notable names include Gib Angel Face Yonadech Rose Enamour Carolina Vesper flymn Cara Mia The Alog Indian Mad Tourist Belle Alder Gulch Amida Jones Wicket Soma and others across six races with odds and weights scattered throughout.
A garbled OCR passage lists numerous names and places such as Bemper Fidelis Sonia Old Mexico Banridge and Senator Beckham with no clear event or details. The fragmentary text lacks coherent actions, dates, or outcomes to summarize into a definite news item.
Washington exhibitor C. E. Duffy captures three first prizes at the Philadelphia Poultry Show. The Washington entrant displays a line of birds under scrutiny on Broad Street, earning top ribbons for distinctive feathering and breed quality amid bustling show activity.
John McGovern of Cleveland Ohio was unanimously elected captain of the LKH football team succeeding J A Millers. McGovern played right tackle for the IMs elevens and is described as a strong steady player and good student, popular with students and highly regarded by the faculty.
A Sullivan Washington testimonial claims Dr Miles Ant Pain Pills quickly end severe headaches triggered by minor excitements. It states nervous systems cause irritability and pain, advises taking pills before activity, and guarantees money back if not beneficial.
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