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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1908
Page
8
J Grillo surveys racing prospects and signings for forthcoming meets, citing potential buyers, horses, jockeys, and owners. The column threads through names of famous horses, trainers, and venues, reflecting a sports commentary style with a focus on bets, form, and possible outcomes across multiple races.
Local notes report Lowe slated to coach Western University of Pennsylvania athletes. Mentions six furlongs event and multiple track entries, with details on runners, officials, and potential outcomes. Also references Harvard relay selections and baseball contract activity affecting leagues and teams.
Jockey Joe Notter aboard multiple winners including Fete and Carthage top a strong program at City Park New Orleans. Notter also guided Land Breeze and Knight of Ivanhoe to notable finishes as the day featured a mix of flat and hurdle events with several favorites saluting.
Walter Miller rode Blameless to victory in the Breeding Bureaus Stakes at Santa Anita Park. The six races featured multiple favorites and strong showings from Chestnut, Bullman, and Bullman’s runners, with results across six six furlong events and a mix of prices from 2 to 1 to 10 to 1.
In a tight field at the gallop meeting Juggler should have won but was edged by Notter on Day’s main event. Archibald faces questions over the ride on St Velma as Land Breeze Up recalculates odds after the undercard shock.
Summary of a multi race program with results listed for six races including winners Shenandoah Captain Burnett Woltvillg Acatraz Handicap and top placers Time and odds noted for each. Names Keogh Gargan Hayes Davis and Haynes appear among entrants and betting odds are given for several runners.
The Departmental League approved a 64 game schedule at President Chance's office last night. The season starts May 4 with eight games weekly and three double headers each week, no Saturday games. All games will be at White Lot grounds. The 13 laws were reviewed with changes suggested, and overall interest in departmental teams is high.
Oakland today saw Phil Igoe pull a surprising victory in the fourth race as a 3 to 1 underdog. Herodotus ran wide in the stretch before Igoe surged along the rail to win easily, with Capt Burnett taking second and Herodotus third. In the fifth, Wolfville, a 12 to 1 shot, claimed victory.
Arthur Irwin, renowned baseball figure, is considered for Pennsylvanias head coach role. Negotiations with Pennsylvania leadership move toward contract ratification by the faculty athletic committee. If confirmed, Irwins prior prowess as a player and manager would elevate the Quakers and mirror his impact on college baseball.
McFarland defeats Loughery in a hard fought bout at the National Athletic Club with a strong fourth and fifth round rally. Loughery matched blows, but McFarland sealed the win in the later rounds as crowds witnessed gritty exchanges and a dramatic finish. Syracuse U cancels Southern trip, Georgetown game removed from schedule. Capron Cadet vs Shamrocks set for National Guard Armory tonight.
The Post argues Virginia should emulate Yale Princeton and other leaders, noting alumni coaches lack of prep-school depth and real football experience. It cites Johnson as a possible exception, warns that outside hires may bring steadier results, and stresses the need for a program built from inside.
Run down and tired readers are urged to consult a doctor rather than guesswork and to consider Ayer's non alcoholic Sarsaparilia. Described as alcohol free with no stimulation, acting as a blood purifier, nerve tonic, alterative, and aid to digestion. Claims apply broadly to those pale thin or nervous seeking medical opinion.
Reduced prices now in effect for winter suits and overcoats bring Parker Bridget distinctive garments down to affordable levels.
The Virginia alumni and faculty clash over whether alumni coaches undermine athletic excellence. Supporters hail the 1907 team and coach for fostering genuine college spirit, while opponents warn against compromising standards. OSCAR DE WOLF RANDOLPH
Forty relay teams are expected for the Federal indoor games at Convention Hall on February 16. The program aims to avoid crowding, with at least ten or twelve races planned across classes. Trials for the Washington intercity team against Baltimore may be held February 8 or 10, and open events include Marlin Sheridan versus Matt McGrath in the 56 pound weight throw and a special three broad jumps event.
Swarthmore Football faces a scaled back schedule with Princeton set for October 17 and games against Lafayette Dickinson Bucknell Gettysburg Villanova and possibly Penn State. Michigan coach Yost appears in a separate legal case over royalties tied to football and baseball figures at Michigan.
Danville Virginia January 2 The corps of six managers for the Virginia State League was completed today when Bob Stafford was elected and signed to manage the local organization for the 1908 season. Stafford, of Oak Ridge North Carolina, is a veteran baseball head with a solid playing reputation and will immediately begin organizing a team for Danville.
New York reports detail James H Rourke of Bridgeport shifting stance on the Brotherhood era amid the Pulliam controversy. Ty Cobb’s contract talks with Detroit face terms, Navin defends patience, and Criger’s Boston battery rumors surface as a British featherweight match with Jem Driscoll heads to New York.
The Weslington Fast announces former Incelon star and current National League player Mierer will coach Princeton Tigers baseball. He played for the Pittsburg Nationals last year and was a standout batter with nine home runs cited as a college star. In about three weeks he will arrive at Princeton to begin work on the baseball program.
At a Carolinas Baseball League meeting Raleigh and Winston NC emerged as contenders to fill a vacant sixth team slot. President Ho Wenrn will decide soon. Participants noted that teams wear white at home and any color when on the road. Bender and Powers signed contracts with Philadelphia. Connie Ma r has signed Big Chil Bender and catcher Mike Powers, key players for the Indians.
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