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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1919
Page
11
The Round-Up outlines Roth's move to Cleveland amid clashes with manager Pohl, reinstatement, and integration into the Mack-era Athletics plan. It highlights Roth's speed and power, his stolen bases, and the evolving rosters as teams seek a stronger lineup this season.
A jumble of notes covers baseball figures and prospects from Cincinnati to Toronto, with Ty Cobb signings, Kid Gleason’s moves, and the Polo Grounds lease. Boxing recollections surface from Sullivan and Fitzsimmons, while British turf and American riders draw attention in transatlantic chatter. The Nations Beagle Club hosts a prize event as cross-border sports chatter continues.
Francis Oudeit notes disarray in international golf due to war, arguing the English women’s championships faced wartime disruptions and that American teams, including women, would face strong British objections. He compares wartime mobilization and golf activity in the United States and England, suggesting limited feasibility of international matches and travel.
1919 account reports Loomis suspended by the American Ultimate Sports Union Commission for alleged practice violations. The piece discusses wartime golf conditions, player rust, and the need for careful preparation before international matches. It references British golfers and the impact of a long layoff on form.
The Parr stable in Virginia and Baltimore plans a Pimlico campaign led by Capt Parr and J Coster. Garth and associates expect promising spring form with horses like Esqu mau and Discoverer, eyeing the Pimlico meeting May 1 and related stakes including a potential $25,000 Preakness.
Horse racing notes report Big Burtisehell winning two races at the Fair Grounds and past Saratoga heat droughts while Queen Apple, Franklin, Billy Kelly, Eternal, and favorites head toward the Kentucky Derby. Ekhabali Patterson plans to run the Wanderer in the Kentucky Revs with Bierhar Ttwan. Umar Khayyam trained for 1917 victory. Esquiman, bred by Billy Garth, aims at the $35 000 Preakness at Pimlico. more jumpers expected after a prior scarcity.
A chaotic OCR listing tournament like race card from New Orleans shows multiple races with horse names, jockeys, and times amid scattered figures. Entrants include Hello Pardner Oleaster Stile Goldie Rose Bieter Helene Rib Lady Patan Annette Teller Plye and a half furlongs day Chummel Broncho Hasty Theos and more, with various speeds and positions.
The article tracks War Star and North Star in British and American racing circles, noting their Atlantic crossing, training under Kingpin figures, and potential as Derby contenders. It surveys past races, including Omar Khayyam clashes, and previews War Star and War Paint as rising English and American rivals with hopes of stardom this season.
John R Gentry at 30 is hailed as a fast pacer, a survivor of great turf, racing at Cumberland Park Nashville driven by Rensselger Weston. Owned by the Harriman estate, the horse remains sharp with a storied past at Freetland Park and Belmont Park track top dressing touted for speed alongside Gerry of New York returning to flat racing with a smart string.
Washington players Brad ley Davidson Donald Parsons Edward Stylon from Chevy Chase and Washington Golf and Country Club will represent Washington in the Pinehurst annual spring golf tournament opening tomorrow. The event drew a large field with over 306 entrants in the qualifying round while Cambridge rowing resumes after a five year lapse ahead of the Oxford and Cambridge boat race attempt.
London report states American light heavyweight M'Goorty, now in the army, will box Seaman Arthur Townley on March 13 in the same program as middleweight winner Ratner of the army and Ray MacCordck, from the Inter Allied army and navy tournament context.
Fragmented OCR shows a Tidewater ad for Cascade Internal Bathing by Tyrrell Hygienic Institute of New York and Lignette Drug Stores with a health claim. It also lists Washington City Tenpin League players and averages, including multiple names, scores, and placements from June 1935, forming a mixed editorial and sports data clipping.
A. L. Knapp reviews the scholastic basketball tests showing Central’s Charley Dasher and Goetz of Business as standout players. Colburn, Goetz, and Hohafer lead Business in top marks. Shafer captains the stenographers with aggressive defense. Championship details highlight Dasher, Colburn, Goetz, Heid, and Shafer across key positions and the top team, the stenographers, securing the title after twenty games.
Dasher from Central is listed as left forward with Géiears from Business at right forward in a terse roster fragment. The note records two players and their positions, hinting at a lineup arrangement for an upcoming game or practice.
Navy athletes will compete in five meets starting with events in Annapolis and Philadelphia. The schedule lists Georgetown, Pittsburgh, Penn, and Lincoln University readings with dates in May and April. Coach Joseph Mutligaga oversees a strong team amid abundant material. The Browns have released Lola Tim Me cave pitchers to the Louisville club of the American Association.
A busy day at Tempe as faculty advisers discuss upcoming events though some absences delay plans. Tech coaches eye baseball candidates while veteran pitchers Ward Well Grubb Schrieder and Deck are expected to lead. Albans basketball wins over Business High. Interclass basketball starts March 5 at Fechpical High. Central track star Johnston shines in sprints. Meadowbrook meet will feature Johnston Montgomery Keres Conradis for Central High. Tech and Central prep for a dual timed meet as squads improve. Dickle Bubrer King and Fowler show notable form.
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