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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1909
Page
36
Sporting commentary analyzes upcoming boxing conditions and potential matchups. It mentions payroll concerns, indoor to outdoor transition, and possible clashes between Longboat Do-Tando Hayes Sheubbe in marathon distances, plus Brisco vs Attell weight debates and match setup nuances.
Dumbarton Club of Washington defeated Montgom ery Country Club of Rockville 351 to 330 in a pool contest at the Dumbarton Club yesterday evening. It was the second meeting after Rockville won the first at Rockville. A supper and dance followed the match amid strong support from Rockville fans.
Local report highlights growing automotive activity with visits to Philadelphia shows and Belmon t Garage patrons. Mentions Goodyear Rubber, Studebaker, Ford, and Lincoln brands, the trend toward composite car design, and notable executives touring the region.
Johnson remains silent on a contract delay with Cantillon as Walter Johnson reportedly sent back an unsigned agreement. Telegrams suggest Johnson has no plan to join any outlaws and hopes for a quick mediation with Cantillon to settle terms, with Cantillon visiting Chicago to finalize deals.
Mr H C Newcomer formerly with M Lindsay Rubber Co moves to the new Washington Rubber Co store located at 1000 Fifth Street at 10th Street corner.
George Lennon owner of the Saints paid Milwaukee for Jack Flynn the noted hot hitter formerly with Holy Cross and Georgetown student. Lennon said Flynn strengthens the St. Paul squad and is eyeing more players as Kelley searches for value in the tag leagues. Flynn may play first base or outfield as needed.
In Winchester Virginia on January 28 a local baseball fans meeting organized the Rooters' Club to raise funds for a crack Winchester team to play this season. The club will be managed by Sandy Baker as last year’s team, which beat the Richmond pennant winners in the Virginia League, seeks players from Washington Baltimore Philadelphia and other cities. Several of last year’s Winchester players have signed with Major League clubs for the season.
Special to The Washington Test Amnapoli Ma. January report notes the fourth class won the basketball championship, routing the Naval Academy in 122 to 102 after defeating both the first and third classes. The series record shows fourth class 2 wins 0 losses, first class 1 win 2 losses, second class 2 wins 1 loss, third class 0 wins 8 losses.
Manager Smith of the Mulaniey Manual Training School announces the baseball schedule. The Tech team opens March 27 against Episcopal High School in Alexandria with efforts to add strong games before the season. A larger squad is expected, with Gray captain and pitching duties likely to rest there.
The Royal alleys will manage a duckpin tournament for District bowlers on February 4 6 12 14 16 18 and 19 with potential date changes if finished early. Management says these dates won t conflict with league games and an entry fee of 2 0 is noted. Woodworth wins skating relay race at Palace clocking 6 minutes for 2 miles.
William J. Bradley of the Cleveland American baseball team was operated on today at a local hospital for varicose veins in the left leg. The hospital stated the operation was successful with every chance for a speedy recovery.
Pat Dunn leads a big day with five favorites in a Burnham Handicap field shortened to sixteen after withdrawals. Ketchemike is pronounced the only first choice to win, while Sea Salt Relieves some pressure as the pace narrows the lineup.
Jem Driscoll English featherweight, 126 pounds, defeated Johnny Marto of It aty by a nosebleed bruised face and closed eye in a ten round bout at the Fairmont A C. Driscoll used swift footwork and sharp right-handers to outbox the heavier slugger, with experts deeming him one of the city’s best. A February 1 rematch with Leach Cross is hinted at. County officers in Savannah arrested bookmakers and officials at Thunderbolt meet after clashes at gates and later bonded out. betting charts were seized and meet prospects dampened.
A dated racing page lists entries for several races with names such as Sid Silver Dr Shermal Bantam and Cayenne Cora plus Thoroughbred horses like Tennessee Boy Frank Louis Streuber and Duke of Orleans. The results include detailed purses and finishing orders across six races, with notes on selling and furlongs. A separate Washington Post wire note covers West Virginia Wesleyan College football schedule for Buckhannon with opponents and dates, and a San Francisco track report highlights Pat Dunn day with multiple winners and Burns handicap field adjustments.
Washington Post report notes Manager McGraw will take Sehle and new players to Marlin Texas mid February. Schlei praised Giants membership in a letter from Sehler while talks with Syra cuser owner Charles Kunteach seek young talent. Other executives including Starlings Buffalo and McCafferty Toronto figures visit with Kelley and Dovey deals unsettled.
Gallaudet College teams up with the newly organized basketball tear to face the M C A Reserves tomorrow night in the association gymnasium on the Tri State schedule. The Reserves boast fast play and beat Baltimore reserves 40 to 10 ten days ago, while Gallaudet hopes for a strong home showing led by Yoshino, Muller, and Schmidt against York of Fa.
Dr Hudson leads an indoor dual meet at Selvol gym with prizes for event winners and top team. The program features ten events including sprints and field events, with medals for top placers and a notable wrestling note from The Washington Post about Frank Gaten sailing to the U S for a match in Chicago and Kansas City purses offered for Sotell versus Mabmont.
Mrs Rosa Bonner of Birmingham Alabama testifies that nine or ten years of smothering spells and convulsions were cured by Dr Miles Nervine. The ad urges nervous energy restoration through the product claiming life-giving blood circulation and offers a money-back guarantee if the first bottle does not benefit.
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