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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1907
Page
25
A Patchogue stable entry sprinted to a new track mark in the mile event showing speed that would have smashed all records had the field been extended. His performance also tied the track record for six furlongs, establishing a strong show of early-season form.
Charles Edward, ridden by Wille Kaanp for the Patthogue Stable, won the Brighton mile by a neck over Ballot, breaking the world record pace set by Hermis. Roseben matched a track record in a six furlong race, while Meg’s Hill led early in the day’s program.
The report honors W H Dubois a veterinary figure and trainer, recounting his involvement in a key race with Edward and the Golden Garter auction aftermath. It notes Dubois’ journey, the stakes around Dr Dardner and Electromest, and Charles Edward’s strong debut in a direk and black colors as fans cheered.
Expert opinion doubted his form yet Ort Wells, a four year old owned by Jon A. Drake, won the Brighton Mile in 1 38 1 5 as Suffrage tied the track record and rose from odds of 5 to 1 while Rosehett faded after a strong lead in the paddock. Roxeden and Suffrage clashed with Suffrage gaining the victory by weight advantage.
At Latonia Cincinnati July 10 heavy rain left the track sloppy. William Gerst won the Steeplechase Handicap over the Clubhouse course aboard Full of Fun with Blue Pirate second and Class Leader third. Other races saw Mowcow Bells and Telegraphar among winners in a chaotic program with many runners.
Buffalo race card shows favorites and second choices split wins across multiple races. Notable results include Desdoratum (109) and Ketchemike (219) with seconds and thirds, while King furlcast William C. wins a feature event with Brids Whist second and True Gore elsewhere. Weather clear, track fast, July 1.
Henry J faces a tough seven heats to win the 2:20 pace at Corry Pennsylvania as Raoul W takes a straight finish in the 272 trot with Red Bow and Mary Del among others. Admiral Top and Margaret follow in the event, while Jubilee and Jubilanta contend in later heats.
July 10 at Travers Island New York Athletic Club the New York State lawn tennis championship singles advanced to the semi finals F G Anderson the Canadian title holder won his bracket top half by defeating Dr Arthur G Keats New York 6 0 H L Wentfall New York beat C C Helly 6 4 6 3 H H Mottenhauer New York defeated Hugh Tallants Amackassia 6 3 6 2 The doubles began play
A garbled OCR list features numerous proper nouns and places such as Brighton Beach Zege Gene Hureell Belle Wither and Latoni Katharine Murphy plus many uncertain terms. The fragmentary text reads like a catalog of names, locations, and odd terms with no coherent event or narrative evident.
Seventy four cars began the fourth annual American Automobile Association tour from Cleveland to Toledo with H L Ferguson sending machines off at one minute intervals at 7 am. Drivers faced dusty roads and checkpoints, while spectators watched from the Holenden balcony as crews endured heat, with only W G Houck's Deere touring car still missing at 4 am.
Forty five Americans and eight Canadians were named for Rhodes Scholarships by Farnham Griffiths secretary to President Wheeler. The California list includes Maryland Wallis Carlisle Pa and others. Gov Post to convene mayors July 3 at San Juan to discuss municipal problems and urge price regulation. J D Newlan and wife plan to move to Louisville for future home. The Post urges use of want column to find employment.
A government memo argues Congress holds exclusive jurisdiction over the Conduit road at Glen Echo, Maryland, with the land purchased by Congress for federal use. It states the Maryland legislature cannot restrict or collect fines, and the road is not a public highway but under federal control with possible reasonable regulations and enforcement by appointed officers.
Windsor Ontario July 10 racing glow with a tight finish in the five and one half furlong feature. Charlie Cilbert the favorite was edged by Charlie Eastman who won on Decatus Mulcabey on the backstretch. Weather clear and fast track.
A Norwich Line vessel collided with a New York New Haven and Hartford Railroad car float in the East River sending passengers into a panic. The ship sustained minor damage and reached its dock safely with no serious injuries reported.
Garfield Jett, a colored man, is being held at the Third precinct station after being arrested by Sergeant Brown for suspected involvement in a shooting and robbery near Red lend, Ma. The arrest followed a description from Rockville authorities. Sherif Gott and George H. White visited Washington to identify the prisoner but could not confirm his identity. Gouder’s condition is reported improved.
Funeral for W. B. Noerr, who died Sunday night after a week’s illness, held at 2 PM from his residence 213 K Street Northwest. Rev Dr Reese Murray of Union M E Church officiated. Comrades from Potomacht No 1 G A R served as pallbearers. Commander W A O’Mesta conducted grave services. Flowers and Stars and Stripes laid on the casket.
In River View Maryland knight L. D. Love and 16 participants staged a medieval style ring lancing event beside the Potomac. J A Hartley A DeSales Langley EB B Palmer T Head led the field with perfect first round scores, Anheuser Busch rider J A Hartley ultimately crowned the Queen of Love and Beauty Dora Dixon of Friendly Md with Edith Row and Lennie Rock as maids of honor amid a prize purse of 82 dollars for top riders.
Ruby Roberts aged thirteen and Laura Hamilton fourteen were arrested by Seventh precinct police on fugitives charges. They had been missing from Hellmore since the last day of the month. A lookout from Hellmore led officers to the Roberts aunt's home on M street, near Thirty-second. The girls claimed they had permission to visit relatives and will be held until Bartime authorities arrive.
Acting Secretary of War Oliver declares the Great Falls and Old Dolinlon Heilroad Company must stop using steam locomotives crossing the U S military reservation at the south end of the Aqueduct Bridge in Alexandria County Virginia after December 1. J King, the railroad company’s general superintendent, argued steam power is needed to handle the crowds visiting the falls, and suggested permission would aid the railroad in arranging a switch to motive power.
Readable notes describe Washington area Chalry Chase Lake offering bowling, rowing, and rides with nightly concerts at the pavilion. Steamers run from Norfolk and Washington to Jamestown and Norfolk, with trips to Colonial Beach and Indian Head. Special family days, river views, and a new St Johns route feature frequent weekend sailings and low fares. Surviving Crimean nurses highlighted, including Mother Mary Aloysia Doyle, 87, tied to Florence Nightingale memories and a 19th century Windsor visit.
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