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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1908
Page
21
J Lee's mount Gloriola wins the opener as McCommick's filly graduates from maid en ranks by defeating Miss Imogene. Corrigan's Lonnie, guided by Nicol, finishes third with well-handled pace, while Surprises Talent claimed fifth.
The Boston and Chicago Amricana teams along with Columbus and other clubs were fined five dollars for violations during the Capital Day events. District teams, Sunday school groups, and local leagues were also noted. Address listed as 617 Ninth street northeast.
Tom Burns discusses his Germany and France experiences while weighing an engagement with Banyah. The veteran rider, down to 107 pounds, asserts readiness to ride for the Emperor of Comin and eyes a Pimlico appearance as speculation and betting heat rise ahead of the Kenning lines meet.
Gardner defeated Jackson of Cincinnati 199 to 69 in the national amateur billiards tournament final. Gardner showed early control with a string of breaks and steadier defensive play as Jackson struggled to gain traction in the late stages. Gardner’s second-up performance sealed the match, reflecting a dominant showing on the table.
The South Atlantic Association of the Amateur Athletic Union schedules series to decide basketball supremacy. Teams from Belamore Central Jung Mens Christian Association and Young Mens Christian Association vie for the final four, with aims to crown champions by early April. A boxing bout near Rawside offers a $20 050 prize to Tamms Binns within four months. Baseball scores feature Atlanta over Macon and Philadelphia over Montgeniers. Headache causes cited as colds, touting Laxative Brom Quinine.
Race results show Strat Martin Musgrave beating Hampass Schilling 7 7 Crussades Goldstein over Hidden Hand Musgrave 5. Kerry Musgrave 5. Boas Miller 8 over Pomare Sandy 12. Race declared off May Amelia Buxton 9 over Janets Butter 6. Silverline Kelly 8 over Gypsy King Miller 5. Gloriale Sumter 2 over Rejectable Helder 13 over Lorimer Nical 7 over Joan Carrol Lee 16 over Belleweather Walker 30 over Water Cooler Notter 4 over Jack Witt Flynn lf.
The text lists multiple horse races with riders, purses, and outcomes across first to seventh races. It also includes detailed notes on jockeys, horses, odds, and a long column about baseball training camp for the Colts with player selections, travel plans, and team staff.
Sporting Writers of Quakertown and other cities plan a last preseason meeting at the Bellevue Stratford Philadelphia to set a schedule adopt a ball and dine with league magnates. Representatives from Reading Brookin Paterson Philadelphia Wilmington Baltimore Washington and others will attend. The Trion League formed December 3 with six clubs and now includes Newark and others as the circuit treks toward opening day.
A chaotic Oakland crowd watched a multi race day ended by a judge’s withdrawal of bets after a track mishap. Pomare White won the opener and Ocean Queen trailed in the midrace, with crowd discontent audible as officials halted betting and the St Patrick's Day Handicap faced postponement.
The Southern Skating championship decides the district title when Wood faces Fuk O Brien of New York. O Brien, famed as the 999 flyer, has defeated top sprinters and earned his nickname through speed and skill. The match was moved to Wednesday due to Brien's temporary departure from the city.
In Hot Springs Arkansas on St Patrick's Day Marvin Hurt of Louisville won a fourth round decision over John Wille of Chicago after a low clash foul. Hart was stepping back when the bout was halted, and the judges favored Hurt.
Readers are urged to leave classified advertisements at nearby branch offices of the publication to ensure prompt communication with the publication office. The reminder emphasizes saving time and reducing inconvenience for advertisers.
Two hat styles named 2 Ramo and Omar are advertised as special order, priced at 2 and 3 dollars respectively. The copy claims higher value, reliable color and quality, and exclusive shapes for their prices.
Quaker oarsmen announce a ten event aquatic carnival in early October to celebrate the Schuylkill Navy anniversary. Philadelphia supports the regatta with major regional representation from Washington Baltimore Boston New York, promising premier prizes and strong state and national official involvement. Conklin defeats Poggenburg in Chicago billiards final 400 to ?
A veteran sales pitch claims Dr Miles Ant Pain Pills relieve headaches quickly. It cites user endorsements including Mrs J W Covington and druggists who offer refunds on first package if no relief. The ad states the product costs 25 cents for a 26 count package and claims nationwide availability.
Dublin March 17 Tom Burns American heavy weight defeated Jem Roche Irish champion in one round at Theater Royal. A quick hook to the jaw ended the bout as Roche went down and could not recover before the ten count. The fight drew a large crowd and substantial betting, with Burns earning significant winnings. Roche acknowledged Burns was the better man and hinted at another potential rematch if terms offer.
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