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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1909
Page
47
Garry 140 pounds leads in betting as Bag Sprinter. In last away from barrier, Duzay faces rivals before far turn. Time 3 5 seconds slower than Wold's record.
Fragmentary notes show names such as Pantoutie Creevy Powers Dugan and Dal, with scores like 7 to 19 and 13 to 19. Mentions of Fort Erie and other players appear garbled, yielding an incomplete game summary and uncertain outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR text suggests an obituary or notice with names and dates but is heavily garbled. No distinct person, organization, or event details are readable enough to extract concrete facts.
In a seven inning Tuesday contest Woodside defeated Dumbarton 6 to 4 with West delivering a bases loaded double in the sixth. Nesmith and Lee starred in Woodside's offense while Benedict and Nasmith pitched well despite costly errors behind them.
In a tightly contested volleyball set at a local venue, Twining and Wallach led the surge as the underdogs battled back against Forte and Dando. A late rally kept the crowd engaged, with Liberty Aame Bas contributing critical plays while Tepmag and Wakil tried to steady the offense. The final score stood 17 to 15 as the hosts claimed a narrow win.
The fragmentary OCR reads as a garbled list of congress terms and references to places like St Martin and Vian with scattered names such as Abe Mang and Torrens. The damaged text lacks coherent events, dates, or outcomes to summarize definitively.
In a chaotic score of local leagues, Petworth dominates Takoma with key plays and multiple double plays noted. Bates shines as an assist and standout fields, while Tallon and Sakurai contribute in tight at bats. The CAPITAL CITY LEAGUE and Departmental League wrap with standings and notable performances across teams including Brightwood and Takoma.
A chaotic jumble of league matchups, postponed games, and scattered results fills the schedule for the Capital Cry League and Departmental League. Multiple teams including Adams, Campbell Walker, and Fakema navigate a dense slate across First and North Subirhan parks with near daily contests, ties, and late standings shaping a busy day of amateur action.
Fragmented OCR reads like a chaotic sports update with scattered names and numbers. The readable bits mention Marines and riders and various stray terms, but no coherent event or outcome can be determined.
Parkview loses 6 to 1 as Brightwood bats explode in late innings. Umpire Zoll faces escort after incident following the game amid a tense Suburban League clash. Police accompany official to station and home amid crowd unrest.
InteriorEDGE Navy Yard 12 10 in a tense card game yesterd with early struggles then a late rally Inge storey and Melaney led Interior at the plate while Das made a key catch and Welchmeyer Walker and others contributed in the late innings The contest featured robust defense and a desperate eighth inning rally for Interior to secure the win.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a horse named Hobsin with owners and racing details. Mention of Washington residents and a horse mintison owned by Pemis Flwan appears. References to dates like Thursday and a race listing with several names and ran events.
Local clubs announce a prominent cricket contest between Welter Cricket Club and St George Society allies at Ca'ledonman field in the afternoon. Featured stars include H Rooney and L Winh from the hosts, with squads listing Walker, Reed, and Scheller in the lineup. crowd action expected as the series heads toward decisive games tonight and tomorrow.
Charles Appleby a wealthy New Yorker who settled in Wytheville was assaulted and robbed in his home. Stephen Putney and Marion Riddick are charged. Appleby was struck with a hammer, scalp torn, and identified suspects fled in a waiting bag.
Sperial to The Washington Post reports a morning wedding at Charlestown Wood a fly 27 -dlon Episcopal Church between Elizabeth Lagenie Drakefoet of England and Charles Frederick Tucker Brooke of Morgantown West Virginia. Miss Nan nie Brooke sister of the groom served as maid of honor and Beverly Tucker of Virginia attended. The ceremony was performed by Bishop Gravatt with rector John and Ailriend assisting. A reception followed at the bride’s home. The bridegroom is a candidate for the Rhodes scholarship and an instructor at Connell.
Special to The Washington Chronicle details the recovery of ancient masons charters dated 1700 and another to the Kings Tempera, secured by Past Grand Master Joseph Wo Vreeman. The report also covers an athletic game with Danville and Roanoke, noting key hits, pitches, and late-game actions, including Saltsan, Melapland, and James L. Richmend.
The Alexandria city council postponed action to October amid a debate over new health measures and a resolution directing the city engineer to reassign crews from sewer work to street cleaning. Officials noted concerns about nuisance abatement and police visibility, while the budget moved through for girls school grounds improvement and board requests.
Special to The Washington Post Richmond Virginia July 27 preliminary hearing for Lakeside robbery case against E L Baughan and Marion Holt Eppes with Mary Hudgins and Helen Detowa. They faced as officers of the IRS posing, two Baltimore telephone girls robbed July 1. Both sent to grand jury. court cleared of spectators. Conviction could mean death, or penitentiary if not. Accused admitted to removing jewelry found on arrestees. defense claims act a practical joke.
A prominent suit filed by a wife against Mrs Late Rathion Gre sm alleges machination and theft in a complex property dispute. The case cites the Brooby Company and technical equipment as part of the alleged fraud, with court action expected to address cessation and tenancy disputes involving Hwee tay pines.
A Washington Post report from July 27 notes Antis appear encouraged as price Georges canvass shows near evenly divided forces. The county committee met and canvassed priars ele results prompting speculation about alignment with the organization and potential convention strategy.
Fragmented OCR text yields a local notice style item. Names, places, and dates appear garbled, but references to a farm, legal action, and a roadside scene suggest a brief obituary or notice of land or family matter. The readable fragments imply a public record tone with personal references.
A fire damaged the M Queen residence during the night, with investigators determining the blaze began in an upstairs area. No injuries reported, and local firefighters contained the flames after units arrived on the scene. Police opened an inquiry into the cause and origin of the fire.
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