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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1909
Page
40
A listless racing card and dull betting scene mark the afternoon as Mars the Races Indian Maid nearly falters before finishing third. E Elbert, once a prominent handicapper, is reported dead.
Twenty five candidates answered the initial call for Eastern High School baseball material, reporting to the school gym for the first workout under coaches Bill Foley and Dick Woodward. Eleven returnees from last year boost hopes. Whitney captains the squad as pitching shows early signs of improvement, with Donahue and Parker among hopefuls for key infield roles and an experienced outfield trio ready to help the Blue and White emerge as a dark horse in the season.
An announcement from N. Hess Sons at 22nd Ave reports a semiannual sale bringing many buyers to the store. The flyer touts exclusive models and designer wear for the season, urging immediate purchases for dress or business footwear.
Ed Grillo notes the Giants confront pressure to field star McGraw as they pursue a pivotal spring encounter. The captain of the Browns is praised for leadership while younger players draw scrutiny for readiness. Merkle’s steady bat and Criss’s role loom large in shaping the lineup and expectations for upcoming days.
Promoter John Sullivan says the proposed Jeffres Johnson bout could fund charitable institutions, with profits going to charity after expenses. He plans to bring the fighters together for the sport, claiming this is the first time such a charity angle has been offered and that a champion could be developed through the event.
Washington Fay New Lock Jin 22 discusses Elberfeld's status with the New York Americans as rumors swirl about Stallings keeping or trading him. Health and form headlines loom over possible moves to Macon or a return to his old position, with Stallings claiming no worry over infield depth.
Special to The Washington Post reports Harry Scroggs and Soldier Burns fought fifteen rounds for the South lightweight title at Duteka Athletic Club in Baltimore. The bout ended in a draw though Scroggs appeared to edge the argument. Burns relied on in fighting and legged body blows, while Scroggs pressed the attack in the eleventh and finished as the aggressor. Both fighters tired yet escaped serious injury.
Hollenback captain of this year’s football team returned from Pittsburg after two weeks ill with quinsy and decided not to sign as coach this year. He plans to play basketball and baseball to remain a student amateur, avoiding professional status. An outfielder, he could fill the center field vacancy left by Spring’s disqualification.
Rodney W Smith was elected baseball manager for the coming season by the Technical High School athletic association. He began arranging the schedule for preliminary games to whip the team into shape for the championship season and has already secured several good contests.
Edward Walsh, pitcher for the Chicago Americans, visited New Haven to discuss coaching Yale University pitchers for the coming season. Talks reportedly included Pitcher Locke of the Boston Pirates, but he could not visit New Haven.
Italy will be represented in the International six day race at Madison Square Garden March 8 to 13 by Doran Pietri and his brother Ulpiano. A reply from Dorando in Chicago confirms Italy’s entry as International Sports Company of New York to handle representation.
Business High School will be represented in a 10 mile street skating marathon in February. The team includes Horner a multiple 1907 rink medalist White who skated on the Congressional relay team that won the Smile District championship in 1907 and Greer also a member of the Congressional team and holder of the 17S yard District record. They begin training soon and are expected to be among the leaders.
Advert shows men’s fleece bed shirts and drawers sizes 30 to 42 with bulk discounts. Medicated flannel shirts and drawers in various sizes offered, prices cut from 2 to 1. Garment ranges include hard-to-read labels, including undershirts, health under shirts, and gray merc shirts with reduced prices.
Gen Horace Porte former ambassador to France attended the Washington automobile show and praised the exhibition. Local dealers and representatives from Goodyear Pope, Luttrell, and Chase lines discussed sales, new models, and the rising popularity of limousines amid a growing luxury car market.
Charles Nuchols of Charlotte NC won the preliminary in a tle shoot-off for the second annual midwinter trap tournament. Dr J A Dreher of Wilmington NC, WD Finds of Portland ME, and DA Lpsam of Cleveland finished close behind at 18 yards with scores of 89 and 88. Fred Gilbert led the professionals with 84, Harold Money 1 yard second, and Guy Ward 20 yards third. Upson won the morning target sweepstake with a score of 7.
Special to The Washington Post Toledo Ohio Jan 2 Fred Merkle of the New York Giants signed a one year contract with the club. The Toledo player will remain a utility man but would be moved to first base if Fred Tennant is disabled or kept from playing. Merkle is working out daily at the MCA gym and reports improved condition.
A San Francisco report notes a muddy Oakland program with uneven footing and tepid attendance. Despite a feature Coombs handicap at six furlongs for two-year-olds, results were disappointing as Serenade and Fan at Ic failed to cope. The Vicar’s dramatic postrace run is highlighted along with a bungled start by Indian Maid and a stewards fine for Gilbert.
Racing results from New Orleans describe six furlongs selling won by Haughter with Dr Nash second and Klamesha third. Other races list winners and placings. Separate Princeton note reports a 40 to 2 win over Yale, a Southern championship context, and Princeton’s early October trip with Yale previously defeated.
Racing entries across six races with details of horses, odds, and payouts. Multiple stakes, purses, and horse names such as Platoon Con fesor ba and Watire Mack Ghemite are listed, along with second and third race pools featuring MRezon Coppertown and Leneur jeigh.
Philadelphia January 22 New Jersey contender Cartmell famed Penns calors star plans professional move Entering Sheffield handicap in England with $7 prize for the winner George Sanford Yale alum and former Columbia football coach won the SneMela handicap and $1000 as the only American victor Hundreds of foreign rivals pursued the time Artime was a consistent college athlete who shunned athletic clubs Poor shape hindered recent form Mike Murphy noted if in shape would have attracted wagers against Reetor Walker and others
New Orleans police arrested Jan-Jack Sheehan a bookmaker who bought advance information at Suburban race track and placed wagers with attendees. The arrest aims to test the Locke law with the fourth race to suspend the meet temporarily. The district court will hear the case next Monday morning. Also reported are player moves for Connie Carter and other baseball signings and Dartmouth hockey victory details.
Fragmentary OCR lists numerous names and nicknames such as Confessor Okenite Peppertown Rezon Grace and Tom Shaw, with scattered terms like Rapid Water and Bucket Brigade, leaving a vague local scene without a clear event or outcome.
Philadelphian Walter Brokaw won the pennant era captaincy of Pennsylvania nine after a proxy vote changed the final tally on the third ballot. Earlier ballots tied with Samuel Cochran, while Bert Simpson’s late proxy switch secured Brokaw’s leadership. Also report from Lynchburg: Bert Hudson defeated John Straehl in a wrestling match at the skating rink with a strong defensive showing.
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