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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1913
Page
13
Notice urges vacation planning with price saving suggestions for travel items from hats to shoes. The P B label promises quality, though no prices are quoted. The write up promotes readiness and confidence for extended trips.
The article traces Edward Eckblad known as Gunboat Smith from Milaca and St Paul to boxing prominence. It covers his navy service, early rough youth, professional debut, key defeats and wins, and notes many boxers used ring names, including O'Brien Burns Flynn and Cross. It mentions Willard McCarty Pelkey and the heavyweights landscape of the era.
Flying Fairy led early at Belmont in the Southampton Handicap for 3-year-olds and up, but Inter was disqualified on a foul claim, handing the race to Strenuous. Bruin Belle briefly caused a delay after throwing its rider, and Shannon River won the steeplechase beating Octopus in a tight finish.
A heavy afternoon downpour at Fort Erie postponed Grand Circuit races including the 2:06 trot. Races unfinished will be run tomorrow if weather permits, with Grand Circuit action proceeding to Grand Rapids. Del Ray edged Frank Bogash Jr by a length to win late as Cox drove the favorite.
The Baltimore Country Club intercity cricket game with locals is postponed at Capt Turnatall Smith's request. Capt James T Rosé will lead an interclub match at Rock Creek park with Vice Capt John J Morten and Dr James S Cannon guiding the opposing side. The event aims to draw a large crowd with start set for 2 pm.
Announcement of the ninth annual open tennis tournament of the Potomac Club Cumberland Maryland to decide the Allegheny Mountain section championship. Events include men and women singles and doubles and mixed doubles with new three year challenge cups. Entries close noon August 17 sent to Creed W. Wilson Cumberland Md.
A long composite essay reviews metalwork and metastability. It covers tempered steel, quenching, and the strange behavior of metals like tin and glass under changing temperatures. The piece cites Prof. Walton, Japanese swords, and a note on steel preservation and future research. It ends with a conference note on shad protection and fisheries cooperation.
A national conference on fighting the boll weevil agreed to mobilize all government resources. Senator Vardaman urged immediate $10,000,000 for the Agriculture Department. Lawmakers and experts discussed a broader, more aggressive campaign, with plans for extended demonstrations and possible neutral zones, a second meeting set for next week.
Special to The Washington Post from Starke Florida reports Herbert Mitchell a Black man hanged in the jail stockade revived after death and died three hours later after the body was placed in a coffin Two physicians declared him dead thirty eight minutes after the drop The event drew the largest crowd ever in Starke sparking superstition and fear among locals who refused to call physicians amid beliefs.
Edward Homer, a steeplejack at Granite City Steel Works in Granite City, falls 110 feet from a smokestack while preparing to paint. A rope breaks as tar buckets slide after him. He crawls to a hospital attendant then walks home half a mile. Doctors report severe head and internal injuries but expect possible recovery.
May parole board recommends release for Julian Hawthorne and Dr William J Morton after serving a third of one year for mall misuse. Attorney General MéRéynolds reviews the case as the two near potential freedom. President Wilton frees Charlisa bt. Cunningham for counterfeiting after three years in Gadaden Alabama. Wilson commutes one year sentence for false pension claim in Kentucky jail to expire immediately.
Niagara Falls July 24 two men risked going over the American falls to save a small dog clinging to rocks above the cataract. Park Constable Alexander and Frank Blasebrook entered the swift river and brought the dog to shore. A witness later claimed the dog as a souvenir.
District authorities announce Maryland drivers lacking reciprocity must pay 2 for a license, pass an exam, and another 2 for an operator permit. Beginning today District residents and non reciprocity states face arrest for noncompliance.
Narragansett Pier July 4 rain soaked polo semifinal on Point Judith field. Cooperstown Leopards defeated Philadelphia Country Club 10 to 41-4. J G C Hab bons scored five goals besting P B Randolph Jr who had three for the losers.
Reports from Colonial Beach state Miss Evelyn Hunter of Washington was only slightly scorched by the side of a motorboat after a small wave threw the boat against her while bathers gathered nearby. Company representatives say she was not in danger and no rescue was needed.
Cincinnati July 24. National baseball commission warns Fall River of New England League to satisfy a $925 award to Playing Manager Lave Croas. Nonpayment bars player reserves and NYL/National agreement membership. the league vacancy remains unfilled until the debt is paid. Also notes University of Chicago summer football practice begins.
The 1913 horoscope notes Mercury sextile Venus and benefic Moon aspects favor travel and writing. Women in artistic trades may prosper. a new American novelist could gain wide attention, while currency and transportation policies loom. Predictions also warn of rising automobile accidents and stricter pedestrian protections, with a prosperous year expected for those born late September to late October.
The piece cites Harris Merton Lyon declaring bas eball the national pastime amid unusual quotes and puzzling notes. It mentions Jehan Fielling Wilson and H. Botest ALe in a framed, topsy-turvy narrative with unclear details about a year with surprising events in baseball history.
Editorial by Dr. David Starr Jordan argues that American school children are tubercular and that millions suffer needless health cripples. He traces roots of the grave problem and urges reforms to improve public health and child welfare.
Tudor Jenks narrates a light hearted tale about a growing appetite for a Little story. The piece urges readers to order from their newsdealer to ensure a copy, highlighting popular demand and timely availability.
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