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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1906
Page
23
Gravesend promises big stakes for thoroughbreds including Standard Tremont and the Brooklyn Derby. Court Dress and Perverse appear to have easy paths through this week’s program with diverse events and top contenders.
Gravesend hosts a busy week with Bedford Standard Gazelle Clover and Hanover stakes, plus Tremont Derby and Marlboro Handicap at Brooklyn. Belmont Park produced fast times though form was inconsistent, with horses reversing outcomes after racing in different track directions.
Advertisement-style copy urges using Ayers Hair Vigor to stop hair loss and promote growth. It claims well nourished hair remains soft and smooth and grows longer, addressing mothers with thin hair and readers seeking fuller tresses.
Water Pearl faces strong rivals including Philander Gretna Green Super man and Ballot while Watercress Sydney Paget aims to improve next time. Oran, a class colt, expected to race better at Gravesend. Brookly Derby fields feature The Quail with heavy weight penalties, alongside Accountant Woolwich Belmeére Bohemian Quorum. Marlboro Handicap entries include Tokalon Whimsical Hamburg Belle Bohemia Dainty Lotus Hiamesha Tradition Colonial Girl Lady Navarre.
In Paris Spearmint scores a one mile seven furlongs Grand Prix de Paris victory worth 40 000, beating Brisecoeur and Storm. Maintenon, French Derby winner, finishes unplaced as Spearmint dominates a strong field amid festive Longchamp scenes and high attendance. The race closes the Paris season with notable spectators including President Failferes and Mr McCormick.
A dense OCR fragment lists many proper names and terms such as Gravesend Nannie Hadge Keator Soversian El Cuchi Anight of Tiway Just 9 Bull's Eye and other varied personal names and words, with no coherent narrative or central event readable in the fragment.
Special from South Boston Virginia reports the tobacco market nearly bare as 93 percent of the crop has already been sold. Rain aided transplanting and planting of the new crop while some farmers switch to peanuts. A major fire destroyed the Edmon Bon Warehouses and prizeries, with losses in the hundreds of thousands, but rebuilt plans are underway. Indications point to an average crop despite tobacco shortage and scarce zaher, with growers optimistic about prices.
New York reports yachmen returning from abroad discuss Sir Thomas Lipton and possible plans to challenge again for the America's Cup. Sir Thomas may visit New York soon to outline intentions, with no other British challengers known. Also noted are references to athletes and a publisher controversy involving Mr Sinclai r.
Washington reports New York stocks moved higher for much of last week as investors priced in improving crop prospects and easy money conditions. Cotton acreage rises and a robust grain outlook support optimism, with futures for winter wheat and corn cited as stable. Money rates edge lower, aided by reduced California emergency spending, suggesting easier credit ahead and steady demand for railroad and steel stocks.
The annual Naval Academy exams will place the first division seniors next September with twenty two midshipmen earning star grades above 85 percent. Louie W. McKethan leads the list, followed by graduates from cities including Minneapolis and Lynchburg, with many others from Detroit to San Francisco aiming for top ranks and summer cruises aboard the Nevada.
The New York World recounts widespread revolver use in the city, noting many carry firearms despite strict laws. It cites Bat Masterson, daily shootings, and a wedding party incident where four revolvers flashed in a single room. It details permits, demographics, and prices of guns in commerce.
About forty naval academy graduates from the class of 1881 arrived in Washington Saturday, rode to Annapolis in a special car, and will present the Naval Academy with an Admiral John Paul Jones painting to hang in Bancroft Hall. Col Charles H Lauchheimer will deliver the presentation speech, accepted by Secretary of the Navy Bonaparte. A luncheon followed, then the annual Navy Academy Alumni dinner at Barcroft Hall. the trip began with a Dolphin cruise on the Potomac Monday morning.
A Washington laborer in the Treasury vault faced Treasurer Charles H. Treat on a charge of insubordination. The man claimed indigestion kept him from obeying orders, opened his mouth to reveal only two or three teeth, and was offered a ten dollar bill to buy a new set, with another chance at trial.
The bulletin from the Department of Commerce and Labor notes that trade with Japan was the largest for the United States among Oriental countries in 1905. Exports rose from about 5 million in 1895 to over 55 million in 1905 while imports from Japan grew from 27.5 million in 1895 to around 51 million in 1905. Key exports included raw cotton, iron and steel products, leather, petroleum, and provisions, while imports from Japan included raw silk, tea, and mats.
Aeronaut Knabenshue plans two daily flights from Luna Park June 2 to 4 weather permitting. He would try to return quickly if the airship breaks down, keeping the engine running unseen during the night. The craft No 2, built by Charles Strobl, carries a 10 horsepower engine, 90 pounds, and a 16 foot diameter envelope of Japanese silk varnished for safety. Thousands attended Long Park as events and games are held with picnics, dancing, and concerts filling the grounds.
A testimonial ad urges readers to test Dr Miles Heart Cure for weak hearts. It cites symptoms like short breath palpitations and smothering spells and claims the remedy can relieve serious heart conditions. A Sandusky, Ohio reader reports improved health and weight gain after using the pills, with a money back guarantee from Miles Medical Co.
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