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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1912
Page
13
The text resembles a garbled historical race report with scattered names, dates, and numbers. It mentions Mamac as a favorite and references various wagers, horses, and locations with unclear details and numerous transcription errors.
A garbled racing entry list references Juarez and nearby venues with multiple horse names and jockey notes. It mentions 6 furlongs, various horses like Petit and others, and a mix of track references with unclear dates and outcomes.
A Morning Telegraph style listing from Morristown shows a crowded field for the Morristown Handicap with purse details and multiple entries including Lord Elam 106, Ail Rel 106, Helen Barben 107, and Question Mark 14, plus seller notes listing horses like Duval 90 and Mary 1. The card notes selling prices, weights, and race conditions across several classes, reflecting a busy regional sales and racing scene.
Cathody University aims to cap season with a district title showdown against Georgetown after a 27 to 19 win by Georgetown previously. If Catholic wins Monday, a third game could be needed. a Georgetown victory would seal the district championship. Referee Jeme Shorty Hughes will officiate.
Gagnier Moeller and Sheer arrive from Detroit Toledo and Youngstown respectively for a Washington baseball trial. Gagnier, a four year Western League infielder bolsters hopes at third base. Moeller, a quiet, versatile outfielder, seeks a steady infield role. Sheer, a young second baseman from Youngstown, adds depth and competition under manager Jim McAleer. The club eyes balanced defense and potential batting help as spring practice begins.
In Hot Springs reports two Garland Jaht trainees Cady from Newark and Thomas from Sacramento met by chance at a diner, while Joe Wood and Nuna Takerara arrive and Stahls squad follows. News from Atlanta mentions Hal Chase optimistic about a better season. Sweeney missing, clashing over pay, and Wolverton guiding pitchers for the Yankees. St. Louis, Cleveland, and Chicago discussions include Stovall’s praise, injuries to Hamilton and Nelson, and Jennings targeting a varied camp roster. Murphy plans a Cuba training site in Florida with exhibition games, while Detroit scouts consider Wenroe. The Sox plan threes-city exhibitions in Houston, Galveston, and Beaumont, with rain delaying San Antonio actions and uncertainty over Athletics Glinkey series.
Blake of New York City has been elected captain of Georgetown freshman baseball for the season. His closest rival George Williams, previously with the football team, lost by one vote. Blake and Prieto previously attended Fordham prep, where they played on the same team. Preparation includes an initial workout next Tuesday on the prep field as Georgetown coaches plan a practical early-season practice on the varsity diamond. Williams called for candidacies yesterday afternoon.
Mount St Mary’s edged Bucknell 4-3 in a tight contest with Phillips directing the offense and a late push that turned the game. Bucknell’s Fulmer was a constant threat with sharp floor work and scoring in the Bucknell spotlight as the Mounts claimed a one point victory in a closely fought clash.
The Georgetown prep team closed its schedule with a win and a shared district title claim amid a busy season. A planned game with Arms and Navy prep was canceled as their season had concluded. Manager Hawkins noted Epiphany 14 will draw crowds, and the squad has won one game against rivals.
Georgetown's basketball season ends tonight at the decade rink as the Blug and Gray meet Bucknell. Bucknell has defeated NYU Penn State Manhattan and other major colleges and appears the strongest visitor, perhaps second only to St. John's of Brooklyn.
Special to The Washington Pot indicates discussion of capital selection and tournament preparations. Reports on Congress actions, appointments, and the Chicago Bows Association electing officials with new leaders. Notable items include boxing leaders emerging, Toledo placing in events, and Wolgast WIlcox Mehegan contest plans, plus Savannah Automobile Club shelving a fall race plan.
Field conditions were soggy as West Virginia coach Griffith held outdoor drills at Lambeth field. Allen from Berkeley Springs impressed as a promising recruit with fast, clean delivery and good arm speed, while Morgan showed solid fielding and catching despite rain and damp fields.
Two picked teams met at the Washington Fencing Club on B Street for a nine bout series. Breckenridge won a key selection and several matches featured Sohlberg Mindeleff Strong Cunningham and Breckenridge in decisive bouts with Breckenridge beating Cunningham and Strong, Sohlberg beating Breckenridge, and Minderleff beating Mingeles. Exhibitions by Pullen and marbilling added saber flair as members anticipate open dueling for gold silver and bronze medals starting at 1 PM with fifteen entries.
Georgetown Thiverity led a multi school indoor meet by amassing the most points to win the Guardsmen Trophy. Individuals such as Jacksteker and McDonagh posted strong showings in sprints and events, with teams from Maryland Aggies and Baltimore contributing top finishes. The event featured heated open and closed races, relay battles, and a great finish in the 400 yard dash, marking a high point for the National Guard Athletic Association indoor season.
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