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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1914

Page

15

Ad Wolgast and Joe Rivers 10 Round Slambang Bout

Ad Wolgast and Joe Rivers boxed a ten round bout marked by relentless exchanges. Rivers bled heavily as Wolgast opened cuts, with both fighters fouling and referee Stout breaking them repeatedly. The match highlighted Rivers long reach and Wolgast close-range defense as a rough, crowd-pleasing battle in Chicago.

Ad Wolgast Joe Rivers Chicago Badger State Commission Harry Stout Rivers Wolgast Joe Befares Stout

Sale on men's wear and accessories deep discounts

A local retailer lists dramatic markdowns on overcoats trousers dress shirts silk shirts silk cravats hose pajamas and robes. Items include Manhattans shirts and mode silk lines with prices slashed to low figures and bulk bundle offers noted alongside general discounts across coats shoes gloves and accessories.

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Harper Signs Contract To Pitch For Nationals

Harry Harper the Hackensack left hander signed a 1914 contract with the Nationals after earlier signing and later having it returned unsigned due to a Sunday duty clause. Manager Griffith weighs sending Harper to a minor league for seasoning, while questioning if he will stay with Washington this summer. The piece also notes uncertainty over Tom Hughes and praise for Baldomero Acosta, with Boehling arriving to discuss terms and Federals pursuing major league talent amid player trades and lawsuits potential.

Harry Harper Hackensack Griffith Harper Preas Boehling Hig Base Richmond Grifth Ee Aeaeven Nationals Pasar Hughes Tom Hughs Twirler Joe Cantillon Minneapolis American Association Los Angeles Washington Club Tong Griffith Ia Frank Owens Federals Owens Federal League Feds Kirkpatrick Brooklyn Killifer Philadelphia Nationala Philadelphia

Business and Western Teams Clash in 28 to 14 Game

In a scheduled matchup at the Y yesterday, Western defeated Business 28 to 14 after a tight first half. Western benefited from new players Adams and Nicholson and tightened defense, while Business struggled with accurate shooting and foul trouble. Joe Wise led Business with seven goals, but the team failed on ten free throws and miscues dominated the scoring run.

Hyattaville Mlidgets Maryland Hyattsville Gregory AR Bees Ketner Benderson Williams Plate Robinson Moffett Fainter Munch Bormenberg Matthews Ketner Austin Feinter Goata Frops Moor Adlatin Henderson Munch Plats Moffett Williame Jack Hass D. C. Tripiett W. F. Underwood Poattions Vineberg Western Eastern Jack Adams Nicholson Adams Joe Wise Capt Boernstein Buelnesa Boccess Gye B. Wise Henry Gibin Gosse Ray Wiss J.wise Culligan Mackall Peck Boernstain Adame Harris Pe Culligan Beckett Y. M Obst M. CA Timsre Howard Wrann Businedt

Two Yankees Weigh Federal League Offers in Chicago

In Chicago on January 28, New York Americans sought to sign catcher Sweeney and infielder Zeider to 1914 contracts but talks failed. Rumors tied both to Federal League bids, with no confirmation from the players. Meanwhile Lelivelt officially joined the Cleveland Americans, and a league committee was formed to draft a schedule and consider travel trips. The Federal League plans include a costly North Side lease for a new ballpark with annual payments rising to 20 000 in later years.

Chicago Kid Sweeney Roakie Zeider Arthur Irwin New York Sweeney Zelder Irwin Texas A. A Pitchler Lelivelt Cleveland Americans Federal League American Association George Tebeau Association M.cantillon Minneapolis George Teideau Kansas City C. H. Wathen Louisville Wathen North Side

Victory for Friends by Friends School in gym game

Friends School basketball defeated Tech Athletic Club 32 to 23 in Friends gym. George King led in goals, Cox delivered notable free throws. Players listed include J King eight points and other contributors. refereeing by Mr. Junkin. Time halves were 20 minutes each.

Friends School Tech Athletic Club George King Cox Sam R. F. Suplee Myers Tetrane Veers Robart G. King Myers Roberts J. King McCarthy Smith Miner Foula George Kiug Gil King Mr. Junkin

Washington Soccer Club Seeks Players for Big Intercity Test

Captain McGinty of the Washington club seeks strong players to bolster the first team as they schedule a game against the Sons of St. George of Baltimore. Baltimore leads the Intercity League with three straight wins while Washington has two wins in five games and the Americans trail with one win and four defeats.

Capt. McGinty Washington Sons of St. George Baltimore

Catholic University Routs VMI 19 12 In Basketball

Catholic University defeats Virginia Military Institute 19 to 12 in a hard fought basketball game at Lexington. Tracy and Keegan spark CU with sharp shooting and precise passing while Fetterolf and Clarkson lead VMI. Substitutions and floor scoring are noted along with officials and attendance details.

Virginia Military Institute Washington Post Lexington N. C Catholic University Tracy Keegan Fetterolf Clarkson V. Mo Catholic Tair Lowrey Cartwright Tracy Batton Lambert Clarkson Donnelly Bohwald Keegan G Hatton Amdelif Gosly Fetteralt Lawrey Donnelly Eteree Miles Mr. Bear

St Johns Defeats Maryland Agricultural in Basketball

At Annapolis on January 28 St Johns defeated Maryland Agricultural Colleges 48 to 10. The game featured fast, clever individual play and strong teamwork from St Johns while MCC showed a lack of united effort from inadequate practice.

Annapolis St. John's Maryland Agricultural Colleges John's Marsland Aggies Helsen White Selby Smith Welsh Dorsey Thompson Hauver Andrews Siuntemann White Tull Hachtemann Welch Heise Selby Ann Grews Vincent Shipley Boost Foul Halse Cole Ensign Wid U. BN

Colfax Track Three-Year-Olds Race Results Card

Racing results and odds from Colfax feature multiple races for three-year-olds and older. Belle of Normandy wins the first race at six furlongs with Laird of Kirkaldy second and Caraquet among near-placers. second and third races list long-shot winners and near misses with times around 1 18 and 1 44.

Colfax Keogh Belle of Normandy Laird of Alus Raz Turner McTaggart Peacoex Water Lad Rattledrim Baby Slater the Parson

Racing Entries From Today's Card At Local Track

A full slate lists six races with maidens and allowances for 2-year-olds through older horses. Notable entries include Legatette and Mind the Paint in race one, Rooster and Chan deleer in race two, Cosgrove and Dominics in race three, Colonel McDuganl and Scarlet Gaks in race four, Topland and Hadie Mott in race five, and Sherlock Holmes and Dynami te in race six.

Legatette Ray Milter Vignder Mind the Paint Bachelor Busy Edith Mazenik Canonade Ta ° Cook Hell‘s Brother Rooster Chandeleer Wimb’e Senator James Eve Tanguay Beda Chilie Gomel Binocu Prince Conrad Toy Soy Mandeders Inlay Co‘inet Cosgrove Dominics Con Rought Edmond Parlor ‘Soy General Marchmant Juanita Fur Ovga Colonel McDuganl Captain Burns Emerald Gom Manganess Lostus Gypsy Love Scarlet Gaks Hommes Topland Hadie Mott Dave Montgomery Cisco Ba’cline Lord Elam Tom Chapman Kolsatta Garter Siam Feinn Fire Joe’ Woods Hannis the Monk Tace Jetule Gill Litt Maerchmont Hessop Betta Brynmawr Polls Loween Voleday, Jr Bank

Juarez Results Report First Race Three-Year-Olds

Juarez card records three races with multiple entries including Dal Ida and Kick among horses. First race at seven furlongs shows odds and outcomes with winners and placing, time close to 4:07. Second race features selling mile action with Rose ONeil and Sookies among entrants. Third race lists Fool of Fortune winning in five and a half furlongs with Othello as a strong contender. time noted as 4:07.

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Scrimmage Busts Around in a Complex Racing Card

A crowded muzzle of names and entries spills across Philadelphia and Cincinnati race notes. Competitors include Nimbus Tony W Molsant Semi Quaver and others like Sherock Holtes Kiva Dick Peadwoot and Royal Tea as well as Chartier and Coppertown linked entries.

Charleston Cincinnati Nimbus Tony W Molsant Semi Quaver Sherock Holtes Kiva Dick Peadwoot Royal Tea Chuckles Holland Jos Diebold Elwah Republican L. H. Adair Bedwell Philadelphia Inquirer Tha Mop Toplandt Beldint Polls Qiorsing Telegraph Ben Mind the Patot Busy Balch Mandadero Tolan Tay Bos General Merchmunt Holyreth Adams Cosgrove Scarlet Oaks Grysy Love Captain Burng Hennis Esleetu Lord Siem Dowsen Belle of Bryn Maer Bittle Marchma

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