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 24, 1907
Page
5
Ithaca crews show unison issues as Cornell lacks cohesion while Navy, Syracuse and Pennsylvan ia vie for victory. Georgetown and Wisconsin post strong showings with veterans and fresh-soph crews shaping a tight race on the Hudson regatta day.
In Poughkeepsie New York June 28 Georgetown Navy Syracuse and Wisconsin crews rested attended church and relaxed before the big Wednesday race Coach Russell ordered early bed and predicted Navy would edge Cornell in a hard fought contest He praised Georgetown’s improving strength and noted a course change to offset river eddies while declaring Georgetown should finish well with lighter training ahead of the regatta
Washington Cricket Club defeated St Georges of Baltimore 80 to 42 at Colgate Creek Md. Washington led by Charlie Flack and Wil Bremner with strong batting and bowling while Jack Pigott Dick Roberts and Sousa shone in the field. A social of dinner boating bathing and music followed. St George to play Washington again at Chevy Chase Circle next Sunday at 1 o'clock.
Special to The Washington Post New London Conn June 23 Yale Harvard varsity crews face a toss up as 1 30 pm Thursday race on the Thames nears Yale favored by local sentiment and Harvard boasting strong trials Kennedy praises Harv as the faster club with five 1906 veterans in the crew while Yale fields capable oars and a noted one mile record Yale and Harvard freshmen also shown mixed form as observers pack trains and hotels prepare for a potential gala day on the river
A compact listing of horses and participants including Jesematin Dees Bt. Valentin Tony Peas Neate Dotty Spanker Live Wire Bartiora Boy Kotak Vindaor Light Note Geordie Heipse rheoa jeodobha Biember Senertie F F Lady Bilkhorn Anois Mack Shaleene Kate Principix Kenilworth Minnie Bergoo Lady Powell Tagane Stoney Lee Rumseil A Kerry Paul Pry Workaday Fleming Fantouils Preen Cardigan Ruths Rattler Court Martial Niblick Latonia High Binder Rexall Maj Meek Husted Blaze of Light Della Thorne Stone Street Margaret Rantolph Nazimova John Dillon Potash Harry Scott Mise Lida Pilectorina Swittwing Incubator Clyde Froteus Scalpjack Sultry.
Local sporting page discusses umpire decisions on base runner interference, rules about three foot spacing, and inked letters about Virginia State League players and historical racing and swimming queries. Queries mention Elberfeld, Leever, Chesebro, Perrine, Nillom, and old pennant years for Brooklyn and Pittsburgh teams.
The letter asks how many cards are used in a five handed euchre game, and discusses swim times for various events, American records for five mile swims, and advice on crawl techniques. It includes queries about betting outcomes on baseball games, waivers for Love Cross, and a baseball fielding scenario with an appeal about scoring.
The Coney Island Jockey Club Stakes for three year olds at Sheepshead Bay next Saturday offers 35000 guaranteed and 20000 to the winner. Peter Pan may start carrying 129 pounds and Electioneer 119 after a seven pound allowance. Other possible runners include Montgomery Charles Edward and Frank Gill. The article notes turf governance tensions involving James Butler and the Buffalo meeting.
Fragmentary ad copy urges readers to consult a family physician early for throat bronchial or lung troubles and to ask about Ayer's Cherry Pectoral, then decide to take it or not. The text imitates old advertising language and includes broken brand mention and guidance to write for it.
Capt James Megrew of the Capitol Police, appointed by Gov. Hanty of Indiana, to join William Allen Wood and William Henry Fox on Indiana’s Statuary Hall commission for Gen Lew Wallace’s statue. Megrew, Civil War veteran with Wallace’s regiment, lobbied for Wallace’s place amid initial senate opposition.
Officer Owens arrested Richard Bell and Otho Bell after a 15 minute street fight in front of 6 Goat alley north west. The elder beat the younger with fists and a brick struck the officer as the pair resisted arrest for assaulting an officer and disorderly conduct. The Bells were jailed at the Second precinct and to face police court this morning.
Two military prisoners, Martin Brennan an infantry recruit and Roy Williams a Marine, were serving terms for desertion when they escaped from the Governors Island military prison in New York on June 23. They were trusties and are believed to have boarded a ferry, changing to civilian clothes before reaching the city.
The piece argues that uppercase or heavy type is not easiest to read and advocates lower-case type with generous white space. It cites metro dailies using lowercase displays and suggests testing a sentence in capitals versus lowercase in the same space to compare readability. It stresses white space attracts the eye and improves attention.
An ad by Mr. Masters, proprietor, argues for straightforward plumbing work with no fixed charges, prompt response to accidents, and honest pricing. The copy critiques ornate advertising and suggests a simple, direct message would better convey efficiency.
A reader criticizes a Springfield Pure Milk Co ad for cluttered design and unclear messaging. The piece lampoons headings for Norwood Cream Parlor and Norwood Book Store, noting missing details on milk quality, price, flavors, delivery, and affiliations amid the busy layout.
Critics deride an advertisement from Negl and Ragsdale for selling foods at money saving prices. They argue the copy is unclear, puzzle like, and fails to state prices or a direct offer. The piece urges a strong display heading and upfront sales message.
A newspaper critic argues a Gates Steam Laundry ad failed to lure business with a stock-cut image. The piece notes missing address and phone, no pricing or delivery details, and questions the image’s relevance to the laundry. The critic condemns irrelevant visuals and overuse of stock art.
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.