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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1909
Page
17
Jack Atkin dominates an amateur baseball contest at Ball. Garry 140 pounds features prize betting with sprinter style of racing. The bag sprinter shows early lead but faces pressure from Duzay before the final turn. Time posted 3 5, not matching Wold's record.
The report lists multiple race results with riders and scores across events. Notable names include Pantoutie Bergen, Creevy, Powers Jack Atkit, Dal, Dugan, Apache Powers, Mentry Fort Erie, Hayward, MuKenney, Qavannorts, Messenger Brown, Burns, Rey Keweays, Wa t nt, Nor tr, Mic ete bak, and Doostae. Final scores show Apache Powers 7 to 19 and Wmanet Hayward 13 to 19 amid a sequence of matchups.
An OCR damaged notice shows scattered letters and punctuation. The readable bits reference a deceased person and a possible date near October. Missing full names places or actions prevent precise details.
In an early season baseball encounter Woodside defeated Dumbarton 6 to 4 as West drove in the decisive runs with a bases loaded double in the sixth. Nesmith and Lee sparkled for Woodside while Benedict and others contributed, but costly errors behind the pitcher helped Dumbarton drop the contest.
The relay between Twining and Wallach ended with distant rivals scoring 17 to 9. The crowd hostility rose as the teams clashed, with interruptions and shouted disputes during the meet as fans urged fair play and clear calls from officials.
A garbled excerpt from a historical newspaper page references congressional matters at St Martin with names like Abe, Torrens, and others. The readable text hints at votes, schedules, and discussions but lacks coherent detail.
Fragmented summary of city league play with Petworth Takoma results, multiple player mentions, and scattered scores. Mentions of Bates, Sakurai, Tallon, and Stewart among various teams, alongside league standings and departmental notices, capturing a chaotic snapshot of town sports.
Local departments and clubs staged a crowded slate of amateur games across the capital. Teams including Capital Cry League players clashed on multiple fields while Farther districts hosted late matches and close finishes.
A rugged city track meet produced a tight result as Marines and Riders battled through weather and rough footing. Winners edged close with key performances from Petrucci, Nuss, and Teed, while Bead and Me bested rivals. The event highlighted strong sprint times and rising talents amid a crowded field.
In a Suburban League clash Brightwood defeats Parkview 6 1 after a tense finish. Parkview rebellious crowd surrounds the field, police escort and transport the umpire Zoll from the scene amid riot fears.
In a tense contest Interior defeated Navy Yard by rallying in the eighth and ninth innings. Das made a key defensive play and Melaney led the batting with notable hits as New York and Interior traded scores and chased the late tie in a closely fought game.
A historical note describes a horse race event involving Miss Hobsin The Goods owned by Limothy Dan and ridden by a rider named Wess Hels Wise. The report mentions a Thursday race with specifics about contestants and timing, including a sequence of relations to Washington residents and local ownership details.
Local clubs announce a prominent cricket match at the Monu mental with St George Societies in attendance. Teams include Welter Cricket Cluny Qin SANE Hymex and Rack Creek. gate times and venue details to follow with focused notes on scheduling and security.
Charles Appleby a wealthy New Yorker living in Wytheville was beaten with a hammer in his home and robbed. Stephen Putney and Marion Riddick are charged as attackers. witnesses saw them flee in a buggy after the assault. Appleby recalls playing chess with Riddick before the attack and surgeons treated the injuries.
Sperial to The Washington Post reports the wedding between Elizabeth Lagenie Drakefoet of England and Charles Frederick Tucker Brooke, son of Prof George Tucker Brooke, at the Charlestown Church with Miss Nan Nie Brooke as maid of honor. Bishop Gravatt officiated with Rev Weaver assisting. A reception followed at the bride’s home. The groom is a Rhodes Scholarship candidate and instructor at Connell College.
Special to The Washington 104 describes Suffolk Masons recovering historic charters dated 1700 and 16 from Durant family ties, framing them for display as a symbol of medical, fraternal, and local history revival across Danville and Portsmouth. The report blends era notes with a detailed, though garbled, baseball recap noting Melapland and Saltsan's hits, game actions, and a tense late innings clash, reflecting a period newspaper voice.
The Alexandria city council met last night and debated a resolution directing the city engineer to shift crews from sewer work to cleaning streets and gutters. The discussion touched on nuisance enforcement, police visibility, and a push from President Sneden of the lower board. Funding for a girls school grounds improvement was trimmed to 399, while other finance items and public notices were reviewed.
Special to The Washington Post Richmond July 27 preliminary hearing for Lakeside robbery case against E L Baughan and Marion Holt Eppes and two Baltimore telephone girls Mary Hudgins and Helen Detowa was held before Magistrate Lewis. The court cleared the room. both accused were sent to the grand jury. If convicted of highway robbery they face possible death. if robbers charge sustained they may receive a penitentiary term. Accused allegedly posed as officers to abduct victims and ransom jewelry, which was partly recovered. The defense argues the case arose from a practical joke.
A widow named Mrs Late Rathion Gre sm faces a lawsuit from a wife alleging harm from a machine at the Brooby Company. The case notes Patterson as present with the court, while terms mention a cessation and tenancy details at a local property.
Washington Post summaries a tense Antis versus Organitation contest in a Dem county primary canvass. Officials report near parity, with reports of delegates favoring the Organization to back Midmore Beall for judge and strengthen the county ticket while Antis hope to gain ground.
A garbled OCR readout mentions individuals and places such as Wash oxton, Wincleder, Baker, Hoke, and Petes. It includes stray names, dates, and scattered observations tied to a roadside scene and court reference, with no clear narrative or cohesive facts.
An incident at a residence resulted in a fire and a death as investigators begin to determine the cause. Details are limited due to fragmentary text but officials note a blaze at a local property and ongoing inquiries. Names and precise locations are unclear from the readable portion.
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