This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1911
Page
14
A speaker extols balance in attire as essential for success and genius, distinguishing fops from men of gentle breeding. He praises P.B. Clothes in serge, fancy mixtures, and pencil stripe fabrics, priced at $15 to $20, noting men’s enthusiasm for these popular outfits.
Commerce and Labor dominated Postoffice 7 to 1 to stay in first place yesterday. Kerr earned the win with 5 strikeouts over Kinney who allowed several runs. Walters, Van Hek, and Middlekant produced multiple hits as Commerce and Labor scored in each inning except the late frames.
Tennallytown defeats St Stephen's 9 to 8 in a Marquette League game. O'Day homered on first pitch. Lemerich and Jones lead Tennallytown with multiple hits while Kidwell and Murphy split pitching duties. Woodland wins in Olympia League with an 8 3 victory over Silver Spring Nationals.
District National Bank strengthened third place by defeating Second Washington 7 to 2. Boteler of Central High School pitched six strong innings allowing three hits with sixteen strikeouts. Scoring details list Bontz Lynn Handy and Boteler among others with notable plays including a three base hit by Zirkle and home run by Lynn.
Navy Yard defeated Cornell 6 to 4 in a loosely played game at Capital City Park. Priddy and Giovannetti pitched well, Gallagher endured luck, Miles homered foul-line fashion but ruled foul, and Navy Yard turned a double play. Key plays included McDonough’s bare-handed stop and Beard’s one-handed fielding.
Forestry outplayed Chemistry 6 to 3 on the White Lot in a slow affair. Lamb dominated for Forestry, muting the Chemists all game while Walton and Dodge powered the offense with key runs. Nally and Lamb split pitching duties as errors and timely hits shaped the scoreline.
Multiple amateur leagues showcased strong pitching yesterday. Parkview beat Petworth as Chism allowed no hits by last year's champions, while District National benefited from RBoteler striking out sixteen in six innings. St Stephens faltered in the Marquette League, and Tennallytown upset as St Paul suffered a late collapse. Seaman Gunners may replace Eastern Athletic Club in Capital City League pending transfer.
In Sunday league action Southern defeated Union Station 6 to 1. Pitcher Thompson held rival to one hit with eight strikeouts, while Kelly's notable catch highlighted the top game. Other matches included Barkers-Commercial vs W. L. & T. Co. Capital City, Nasy Yard vs Eastern Commercial, and additional departmentals and interbureau contests across multiple venues with varied line scores and fielding details.
Parkview held Petworth to no hits while Chism pitched a gem, driving in the lone run on a sixth inning double by Chism and Gallagher. Nau starred at second for the winners as Parkview eked out a 1-0 victory in a fast contest.
Carlton G with Taplin aboard narrowly defeats Messenger Boy and Star Charter in the Churchill Downs handicap. Countless fails to handle a heavy impost, time 1:51 4-5, breaking track record by Light Wool. Cassidy fined $100 and suspended for starting breach. Race-by-race summaries list winners, runners, and mutuels across six events at the meeting.
In the first race Miss Joe won by a head over Florida's Beauty with Diamond Buckle third in a 4 % furlongs event. The program listed Dipper Reine Margot Loathly Lady Yankee Lotus Ste. Agathe Aunt Alice and Lady Bell among finishers. The second race for province-owned horses saw Ganogue prevail by five lengths over Shadwell with Come On third in 4 miles. Third race Handicap was won by Watergate by one length with Olambala second and Clif Edge third. Fourth race Kindergarten stakes went to Little Pal by a neck over Froglegs with New River third. Fifth race Maldens at 6 furlongs was Cold Spring winning by 1 1/ lengths over Roebuck with At Once third. Sixth race for 3-year-olds over 6 furlongs saw Eagle Bird win by six lengths over Muskmeten with Miss Jonah third. Seventh race One mile went to The Golden Butterfly over Blackford with Oakhurst third. Time figures and multiple named horses listed throughout.
A detailed set of entries across seven races for two year olds to open class horses. Notable names include California Queen First Aid Gold Blade Dalmain Semiquaver Hatteras Montagnie Barney Igoe Naushon Maltbie Zeus Merrymarker Expansionist Byzantine Judge Cronin Rey Bos Terrible Hoy Dynamite Toast Rack Punky Maxoana Manheimer Rosa Queen Lady Sybil Cooney KH Ry Straw etc. The card lists weights and distances for each entry.
Savannah correspondent reports catcher Gould Menefee, traded from Augusta to Chattanooga for Jim Lafitte and cash, has been sent back to a Charleston club. Forest Thompson, the sole Washington Mayer released this season, was cut by Savannah, picked up by Jacksonville, then released. he is said to be with the semi pro Brunswick club now.
Lefty Woodin pitched well for the Commissioners as they defeated Aloysius 6 to 3 in District League action. Widmayer starred with three hits and Hurley belted a fifth-inning home run while Hines sparkled at first base with key catches. Babbington and Murphy contributed in the field and at the plate as Kummer took the loss despite a late rally.
New York June 6 American weather caused a second postponement in the international polo cup match. If play resumes tomorrow officials fear a third game may be needed Saturday with Captain L. St. George Cheape and Lieut. A Noel Edwards in doubt for travel. The outcome hinges on British victory or American leadership.
Howard Tabler of the N. B. Fails Lubricant Company Buffalo says a barrel of oil will be a prize for a class at the Washington hill climb. The United Motor Washington Company reports sales of several Maxwell models to local buyers. C P Cox of the Touring Club of America has gathered extensive road data from New England routes and detours. The club plans more official touring cars to cover New York State New Jersey and other motorist hotspots with up to date information for trips.
At Prospect Park Prospect Park race meet Palm Cozine driven by Joe Mott swept the 2:30 trot and 2:80 pace defeating seven rivals in a dreary damp day. Russell Cozine also led in the 3:30 pace setting fast times amid a strong eight horse field. Crowds exceeded expectations despite poor track conditions and drizzle.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.