Cirrus Edges Bo Frank In Knickerbocker Finish
New York July 24 Cirrus narrowly defeated Bo Frank by a nose in the $2,000 Knickerbocker handicap for 3 year olds. Balustrade led early before Cirrus moved up at the stretch to win with Be Frank and Balustrade close behind. Other races noted include Game JackaP and Vancouver scoring in maidens and 2 year olds races with several favorites defeated.
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Lipton Cup Race dominates early sailing results
Yacht Clarice led the Lipton Cup opener with a 3 hours 32 minutes 62 seconds run over 12 miles amid light winds. The Vault and Emgh, Pam fine finished closely as Psammial trailed. Yank was sole yacht in the field. Baseball notes report Breaks Sothoron’s streak by White Sox. Griffis edges Browns. Perkins shines at short. Phillies regain form with Bancroft back, while Giants and Reds see no gain.
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United States Dominates Inter Allied Meet Across Events
A cable from Gen Pershing to the War Department reports the United States overwhelmingly defeated allied athletes 182 to 72 in the inter allied meet. France led with 35 points, Italy 8. Other nations scored: Belgium 15, Australia 35, Canada 8, Czechslovakia 7,144, Portugal 4, England 3, Serbia 2, Romania 2, Newfoundland 1, Greece 1, Guatemala 6. The U S won first in baseball, basketball, boxing, hand serenade throwing, shooting competitions, rifle events, revolver events, swimming, track and field, tug of war, and wrestling. France led in tennis singles, cross country, fencing, rugby, golf, and others. Italy led in horse riding and relay. Australia in tennis team and doubles. Belgium in water polo. England, New Zealand, and Czechoslovakia also placed in various events.
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War Department
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Canada
France
Army of Occupation
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Australia
England
Czecho-Slovakia
Phelps Reaches Final in Southern Tennis
Asheville July 24 Ed mond Phelps of New Orleans still stars the Southern championship tourney by defeating E S Mansfield of Atlanta in the semifinals. He will face the winner of Rogers Knoxville and Brown Spartandoro to-morrow. H W Thomas of Asheville fell to Rogers in the last third-round match. Women’s singles first round began with three one sided scores. Doubles see Capers brothers Augusta and the Atlanta pair J K Orr and EB V Carter to meet Mansfield and Hunt of Atlanta in the finals.
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Richards to Meet Johnston in Northwestern finals
In Deephaven Courts Minneapolis July 24 Vincent Richards of Fowkers New York will face William Johnston of San Francisco in the Northwestern tournament singles final tomorrow afternoon. Richards beat Clarence Griffen in hard three set match while Johnston advanced by defeating Joseph Armstrong of St Paul 6 3 6 1 6 2.
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Fowkers
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Deephaven Courts
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Johnston
Joseph J. Armstrong
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New Yorkers Triumph in Tristate Tennis Doubles
In Cleveland July 24 Fred Alexander of New York and S Howard Voshell of Brooklyn defeated Charles Carran and Chick Benton of Cleveland in three sets in the Tri State sectional doubles tournament round two. Other victors included Henry Wick Jr of Cleveland with Walter Welsbronk of Detroit Robert Kinsy with Axel Clavom of California and Lucien Williams with Z Webber of Chicago. A subpdvied exhibition match between Alexander and Axel Gravem was called off.
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Brooklyn
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Detroit
Robert Kinsy
Axel Clavom
California
Lucien Williams
Z. Webber
Chicago
Axel Gravem
Pell and Inman Lose at New England Nets
Newton Mass July rain delays resume play in the New England sectional doubles and singles for the Longwood Bowl. The standout match saw R Norris Williams II of Boston and W M Washburn of New York defeat Theodore Roosevelt Fell and Fred C Inman of New York 16 1, 6 2, 6 1.
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Philadelphia
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Williams
Barnes Extends Lead in Western Open Golf Championship
James Barnes built a four stroke cushion at Mayfield Country Club after a 2 under par 70. Walter Hagen trails at 143 with bad luck and strong drives, while Fred McLeod, Bob McDonald, and Otto Hackbarth vie for positions. Amateurs Ellsworth Augustus and Cyril Willkee remain in the race.
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Whisky Theft Plot On Baltimore Car Foiled By Employee
A Hooded figure attempted to steal 60 barrels of high proof liquor from a Pennsylvania Railroad car on a Fifth Street siding in Highlandtown. Workers stopped the act upon discovering the vandal, who bored a hole in a barrel and plugged it with a broomstick. The liquor belonged to the Stewart Insulating Company.
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Kappa Sigma 50 Years Old at University of Virginia
Special to The Washington Post from Charlottesville Virginia July 24th commemorates the founding of Kappa Sigma at UVA 59 years ago. 300 members attend the Washington conclave marching to Cabell Bath House, with a semi centennial address by Judge J Harry Covington and a concert by Lynchburg band.
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Kansas
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Baltimore
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Frisco-bound train boosts Iowa good roads effort
Marshalltown Iowa July 24 the Frisco bound motor transport corps train arrived on schedule. Train members were guests at a good roads meeting where Lieut Col McClure expeditionary commander and Dr EL Johnson Lincoln Highways Association spoke. The trip supports the War Departments food roads contribution as Iowa rallies for better highways.
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War Department
Postal Service Admits Poor Local Service
Assistant Postmaster M Kerlin told the Chamber of Commerce postal facilities committee that local service is worse in many cities due to low wages. He said staffing shortages and long progression times hinder quality, noting current pay may not yield quick improvements and promising a possible site visit by committee members this week.
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La Verne W. Noyes dies. leaves soldiers fund
Chicago reports the death of La Verne W. Noyes, a manufacturer and philanthropist born 1849 in Genoa New York. He established a $2.5 million La Verne W. Noyes foundation to educate American soldiers sailors and marines and their descendants. Ida Noyes hall at the University of Chicago memorializes his wife, a noted writer and artist who died in 1912. He served as a fellow of the AAAS and headed the Chicago Academy of Science board of trustees.
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Nebraskans Picnic Amid Park Affair and Club Meetings
Nebraska groups invite residents to a lanket picnic in Rock Creek Park near Miller's cabin tomorrow from 4 pm until dark. No All-States Club meeting tonight at Church of the Covenant. Betsy Ross Post 1 American Legion holds informal meeting at 8:30 pm in Ebhi crystal room. Chesapeake Railway hosts 400 wounded soldiers from Walter Reed Hospital next Monday departing at 2:36 pm and returning later in the day. Mrs. C R Zapnone oversees arrangements.
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A Plea for the Shut-In and Shared Mercy
An editorial piece urges readers to aid shut-ins in crowded urban areas during summer heat. It paints a portrait of a young man at home and a devoted mother, highlighting quiet dignity, sacrifice, and the civil duty of helping neighbors in need. The piece invites philanthropic action through local organizations.
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Weather conditions forecast across districts and temperature outlook
The Weather Bureau reports fair weather for the District of Columbia Maryland and Virginia with gentle to moderate winds, and no major temperature changes through Friday and Saturday. Showers noted in parts of the south Atlantic states and northern Rocky Mountains, with generally fair conditions elsewhere and a warm trend in the upper Mississippi valley and Northwestern States.
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Washington Stock Exchange Bonds and Utilities Trade Downgrade
Bonds led activity on the Washington Stock Exchange with prices edging lower. District of Columbia Paper Co 68 sold at 97 1 2, Potomac Electric 1sts at 96, and Capital Traction 5s around 96. Washington Railway and Electric 4s quoted at 68 with 1 5000 Potomac Electric and 500 Washington Gas notes showing modest gains. Regular call figures and after-call prices show mixed movements across utilities and bonds, including Capital Traction, Potomac Electric Power, and District of Columbia Paper. Public utilities and bank stocks displayed varied bids, with notable activity in Washington Gas, Capital Traction, and Am T T conv 4s.
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London Financial Markets Show Steadier Close on July 4
London markets, led by a steadier close and a firmer labor position, saw the war loan rise and Argentine Railway shares firm. Shelia and Burmah showed strength while iron and steel moved higher. Foreign loans softened with Belgian and Greek bonds dropping. Buenos Aires Western and Great Southern rose, and New York Exchange recovered to 4.40. Short loans in demand, little cheap money.
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Murphy Showing Sharp Fielding in Milan Outfield
Spud Murphy stars as a capable understudy in Milan's outfield. He excels in defense and hits well when needed, though his baserunning remains a weakness.
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Copper and metal prices move on London and New York markets
Market reports show copper steady with spot quotes around 5.70 to 6.00 in August and September futures. East St. Louis and London copper pricing listed with spot and futures levels. Tin and lead prices noted with spot and futures figures along with Spelter.
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