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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1906
Page
7
Amateur night at the Lyceum drew novelty and cheer with Charles H Taylor managing the stock company and introducing hopefuls. D and B Ply captured the first prize for a back and wing dance, while a shoe tying contest among eight youngsters sparked a brief stage riot that delighted the audience.
The Randall Line and Queen Anne steamer announce multiple excursions to Colonial Beach River View and Marshall Hall this June. Trips depart this city this afternoon and tomorrow with return options, featuring concerts, boating, and saltwater bathing, plus connections to Norfolk and Alexandria for extended travel.
As dog days approach a public quarrel over hydrophobia revives. A leading negative faction brands prohydrophobists as ignorant charlatans and credulous dupes while promising to watch the opposing side for new arguments. All parties seem set to seek safety when the mad dog cry rises.
Surgeon Bogart testified Capt. Wynne was of sound mind though quick tempered and prone to wrath. He said Wynne bore responsibility for his acts unless proven insane, and noted sunstroke in China with tropical service possibly affecting judgment. Adjournment set for tomorrow as case nears closing.
Two men cash worthless checks in the southeast. J Seni on New Jersey avenue and N street southeast presented a 22-dollar check drawn on Capital National Bank with no funds. A second suspect, linked to a 50-cent purchase at Frank P. Weller's drug store, resembles the same 21-year-old man in a dark suit. Detectives Father and Horne investigate.
United States Marshal Dunlap served orders on six defendants cited to appear before the Supreme Court in October to answer for contempt in the Johnson lynching case in Chattanooga Tennessee. The sheriff's deputies aided in locating the defendants along with the sheriff and Attorney General Moody's information.
West Point wins the annual United States Military Academy field day with a total score of 161 to 185 for the second place class. Hayes of 08 wins multiple events including 00 yard dash and 20 yard dash. Beavers and Erwin sweep several field events, Beavers also capturing running broad jump and hurdle titles.
Seventeen yachts raced around Bermuda’s island in a 45 mile contest for Bermuda Yacht Cup honors. Isolde, 59 feet, led at 4 25 35 with a strong morning breeze. Dainty, Capt Smith, finished 4 40 20 and Gauntlet, Robin sons, 58 20, following Lipton Gap acclaim. Battle Ax also noted.
The South Atlantic AAU field and track championships will be held at Benning Course this afternoon starting at 2. The meet marks a first in this city and promises strong entries from Georgetown, Mount Washington Club, Corcoran Cadets, and Baltimore athletes led by Seum Kemper and Reed. Events range from 100 yards to three miles with weight and jump contests and a relay championship drawing clubs from Maryland Columbia Athletic and George Washington. Local trackmen predicted a solid program with favorable track conditions if skies stay dry.
A man named Joe Campbell attacked Sergi and Duvall and wounded Policeman Addison with a butcher knife at the Second precinct station. He smashed shop windows in Brooks court, chased a proprietor, and fled through an alley before officers subdued him. He was pronounced violently insane by the Insanity board and committed to St Elizabeth's Asylum for safekeeping.
Use Allen's Foot-Ease a powder shaken into shoes to rest tired feet relieve corn bunions and swelling and give comfort. Free trial and sample of FOOT-EASE CORN-PAD offered. Sold through druggists and shoe stores address Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy NY.
Crowds watched the Von Herkomer automobile race as Dreher of Austria Martino of Italy Prince Henry of Prussia and Mrs Manville arrived at different times. Roads were heavy after rain. one German car killed a peasant near Melk. By afternoon 114 competitors had arrived. Also notes San Francisco boxer Mick Hyland balked at a Lincoln Club match with Kid Goodman, prompting a cancellation. Philadelphia Jack OBrien remains in talks with Australian promoters for a Bull Squires bout in Australia.
What 15 will ordinarily buy will probably not suit you if you are particular about your clothes but Parker Bridget's offers about twenty four distinct patterns in two and three piece suits single and double breasted models blue and black serges at 15.00. Equally good clothing will not be found elsewhere for less than 138.00 to 2000.
Details from Gravesend feature a long list of horses and odds across seven races with names like Water Pearl Onmondale Whirasteat Hamburg Belle Helifax and Prince Hamburg. The text includes several entries and prices per horse, with a concluding promotional note for Hood's Sarsaparilla emphasizing restorative effects.
The Prospect Park harness meeting closed with strong attendance in Baltimore. A. Crabtree of Boston was fined 100 dollars for Princeon, and J MN Nottingham faced a like fine and a one year suspension for driver conduct in the early heats. Raoul’s victory in the 2.12 trot was under investigation, while Lady Casom and Princeen claimed heats with various others distanced or noted. Miller, the eastern turf jockey, faced criticism for rough riding, prompting stewards’ potential action. Good and Plenty dominated the Grand National Steeplechase pace and Welbourne showed speed, drawing commentary on race starts and system changes by Cassidy.
Toots Mook wins the Many States sale at Gravesend with Water Tank finishing second. Jockey Hadtke receives a suspension for remainder of the meeting and a 200 dollar fine for bad behavior at the start and rough riding. Water Tank runner-up, Arklirta placed third. results: Diamond, Okonite, Accountant, May Stakes, Metiean Silver, Moonshine, Vartellen, and others also featured in a full racing card with multiple straight finishes.
Cincinnati racing card shows outsiders and second choices sweeping six races. Ovelando upset in two year old division, Alvise faded, while Miss Bertha and Edith M. Capes disappointed. Morning summaries list six races with betting odds and times, naming winners such as Minnehaha, One mile Handy Bill, Paste Girl, Tom Roberts, and Em barrassment among others.
Fifteen members of the Excavators' Union involved in a May 5 riot during a strike at the Dally Herald Building were sentenced by Judge Scott. Ringleader George Morse received three years in prison. fourteen others were fined $100 each.
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