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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1908

Page

17

Prince of Pilsen Defeated in Owners Handicap Steeplechase

Special to The Washington Post from Baltimore April 30 reports intermittent showers dampening Pimlico crowds. Favorite Kempton faltered while J W Colt’s horse ran poorly, with McInerney’s mount sent back to New York after a disappointing performance in the steeplechase.

J. W. Colt McInerney New York Washington Post Baltimore Pimitea Bettoma Kempton Toiser Imerney Orider Ata Nuiean Watson Tam Warren Norwr Bopae Cole Walt Mit Garth Daly

Winners and racing notes from the meeting

Sav age fell from the horse at the next jump and was unhurt Puritan Girl bled after a half mile and was pulled up Jessaming won the mile race formerly owned by Washingtonian Amos Turneys stable shows a top two year old while a rising three year old life is described as powerful Felon in flesh and trainable for future races Trainer W Joplin to handle W F Viathena’s horses including Bellwether Park entries Montreal stake entries closed and Blue Bonnets meeting anticipated

Jessaming Washingtonian Bled Amos Turneys Joplin W F Viathena Bellwether Parkines Mr Joplin Montreal Mary of Blue Bonnets Duran J Murphy Jas Hess Wallen St George Queen Eirench Roy Ella Ann Wardella G Brown Jr Cary Falrurother Kuerner Griano Fa Hong Harling Gret Tran Suim Aedin F Tenees Pont G Connells Kingston Hazel Wean Enely Ria Tockes Copten Koerner J. Murphy Rob ‘Alex Hetter Bulger Burns Harty Merrimas McFadden Tyee Quarrington Aya Read Ceda Art Revpton Gockeure

Great Roseben Beaten in Paumonok Handicap at Jamaica

Special to The Washington Post New York April 2. Mighty Roseben, once top horse, faded after a fast start under 190 pounds and finished third as Red River won by two lengths over Restigouche. Queen Marguerite dominated a selling race, while other stakes outcomes included Mark Anthony and Ceremunto in close finishes.

New York Roseben Dave Johnson West Frank J Farrell Shaw Jamaica Bat Wilson Jrs Red River M L Schwartzes Queen Marguerite A Weinbergs Big Ben P J Raineys Heashp J Thomas Harcourt Shilling Thomas Newlins Mark Antony Il Pice In the Second Race A Jandivep Hennets Morese Aethus Flo Marguerite Big Ben Cyettenie Measlip G Burns Chantilly Teacress Cora Price Vazma Warcourt Wolf Ball Raymond Algora Anthony Wand Molesey Burns Aed Zeiss Garner Lo Ping Neadies Waxin Risa Burnsgio Art Lito McCarth Tao Tome von Resigou Nottery Robado Gallavant Notler Spee al Washingto Post Frank Jarrell Johnson Rose Agan Gallan Poseken Bac Johnson Lavell Thei Roséber Sdes Trump Big Tran Raseben Belmont Park West Wilson Sarah Porter Washington Humans Society Porter Shehan Washington Humane Society Anyather Society United States Humane Societies of Chicago Philadelphia Washington

Orlin Ormonde Goes Lame In Oakland Race

Oakland April 30 report notes Orlin Ormonde pulled up lame in the second race before a new book. Ring Fernand ran favorite but Anish won by a narrow margin as Vox Porit also competed. Multiple horses including Foire Nous Nonte Fagor and Belmee were listed with varying placements and times.

Oakland Orlin Ormonde Fernand Viddie Vox Porit Smuth Barun Leuiveens Foire Cerne Headler Ant Alec Ren Rooyi King Ferliuay Middie Poher Wenlal Anguish Wheelag Ak Sa Ben ‘Planer Dick al Hangson Tro Ho Collen Wone Prcheqier Bonnie Prince Able Miles Wong Telly Fatrada Timothy Wet Lagis Yeon Wen Bilis Meyer Bux Ose Wolfville Calinds Wille Po Sir Weale Rumer Atrgald Eollle Sronsky My Rileal

Roseben Back After Fallmouth Setback in Racing Shock

The Washington Post reports Roseben, once a premier sprinter, suffered a surprising defeat at Fallmouth Handicap. Trainers Johnson Lavell and associates blame past poisoning and a bruised school for reduced form. Red River, son of Fatherless, reportedly ran a strong trial ahead of the Wilson Stable reveal.

Race betting notes show Roseben gains and Beatigouche improves

In today’s race Roseben carried 18 pounds lighter than opponent and odds shifted from 9 to 2 to 7 to 3. Roseben opened 8 to 5 and closed 3 to 3 while Beatigouche moved from 5 to 3 to 16 and 4 to 5, signaling notable improvement over prior outing.

Roseben Beatigouche

Snow cancellation at Lexington races amid heavy snowstorm

Lexington Kentucky April 3 heavy snowfall forced the abandonment of today’s races. The plan to run a double program on Monday was dropped to avoid action by the State racing commission. Several horses and runners listed for multiple races.

Lexington State Racing Commission

War on real abuses contrasts with horse overwork says Snow

Mr. Snow says the case differs for horses and cites figures showing Washington group accomplishes more in a year than a wealthier New York City organization.

Nationals and Athletics play the tight season series

The Nationals and Athletics meet in a standout set of games with three by one run and strong pitching from Cantillon. The piece notes Washington’s improving form, Street’s timely hitting, Wagner’s reception by crowds, and broader baseball fan dynamics while touching on the Washington Humane Society and a lecture by Bailey Willis on Glacier Park of Montana this April.

J. E. Grillo Nationals Athletics Connie Macka Washington Cantillon Charney Street Fool Club Street Bailey Willis Geological Surney Glacier Park Montana Newark Avenue Presbyterian Church Eelock Christopher Club

Blues DL5 Tailored blue suits and exclusive patterns

If you're thinking of a blue suit visit Blues DL5 for the most complete line in town. Great variety includes shadow stripe and double tone effects with corded blues. Custom tailoring at prices no higher than ready made. Write for samples and the new Style Book.

Newcorn and Green Men’s Tailors Open Saturday Evenings

Newcorn and Green men’s tailors at 1002 F Street Northwest open Saturday evenings offering full service formal and casual wear with extended hours for busy patrons. The shop emphasizes personal fittings and modern attire options for men in downtown Washington.

Newcorn & Green Men's Tailors F Street

Unclear Thoroughbred Field Names Race Entries from 19th Century Meet

The fragment lists numerous horse names and odds across furlongs and selling races, mentioning horses such as Java Thus Betsy Dusky Dame and Royal Chance, with various handlers and entries like Carmen, Frank Lz Jor, and Good Friar. The text sketches a racing card with first to sixth races and multiple horses in each event.

Java Fertbieé Pouting Betsy Banta Elena Ilverine Samora Lardelia Harriet Rows Pan Flower Dusky Dame Geale Charlotte Hamilton St. Magnet Carolyn BY Beth Goodwin E ‘Merrifield Irene Jackson E. T Shipp Natasha Alverian Riexey Dartmight Teddy Hoage Royal Chance Frank Lz Jor Good Friar Tom Kourney Lesser Hasty Agnes Lexington Flanney Night Mint Whiskbroom Silverado Ben Vows Mike OM Jack Patton Maeso Hombs Camel Lawrence Columbus McNally Roreburg Ansonia Mary Orr Camille Mattie Mack Rover Halbard Hazel Paich Canopian St Valentine

Doctor Says Wife Peeped During Consultations Testimony Given

Newark New Jersey today Charles Palmer of Lakewood testified that his wife was Jealous and returned to her parents leading to desertion and divorce proceedings The doctor described how his wife peeped into the room during patient visits and tried to determine when the sessions would end Vice Chancellor Howell advised granting the divorce decree.

Newark Japri Charles 4 Palmer Lakewood Hte Howell

Complaint Filed Over Freight Rates to Cincinnati

A general complaint of high freight rates on shipments between Cincinnati Ohio and Chattanooga Tenn was filed with the Interstate Commerce Commission by the Receivers and Shippers Association of Cincinnati against the Cincinnati New Orleans and Texas Pacific Railway and the Southern Railway. The filing alleges tariffs are excessive and discriminate against Cincinnati in favor of Eastern shippers.

Cincinnati Ohio Chattanooga Tenn Interstate Commerce Commission Receivers and Shippers’ Association, of Cincinnati New Orleans

Congress Eyes Checks as Currency to Fix Public Dues

Congress and editors urge ending widespread check resistance by requiring certified checks for all public payments. The debate covers currency reform, clearing house notes, bank failures, and the need for a commission or expert panel to craft a practical solution while ensuring checks from one national bank are treated as money in another bank.

New York Bank Notes Proposed Gold standard for checks

The document argues that if a Minnesota farmer’s check bounces and a New York correspondent accepts theClearing House arrangement, the New York funds should be treated as gold for ease of use. It urges Congress to compel acceptance of checks as gold and to introduce a law changing New York checks to be universally usable as gold, citing banking efficiency and convenience. The discussion is presented as a novel issue for the House Committee on Bankery and Currency.

Congress Colectors Internal Revenue United States Clebks House Committee On New York Senate Brooklyn Manhattan Tne National Bank of Greater New York Ray Minnesota National Bank of North America Minnesota Banks Co North America New Bork Bankery

Deadlock in Delaware Diocese Bishop Selection

The Episcopal clergy and laymen of Delaware faltered over choosing a successor for the late Leighton Catemar of Wilmington. After 31 ballots, the clergy nominated Samuel Hart of Hartford Conn for bishop, but the laymen rejected him. The session adjourned to meet in Wilmington in June to resume balloting.

Delaware Leighton Catemar Wilmington Allres Samuel Hart Hartford Conn

Challenge Issued for Duel by New Orleans Contractor

New Orleans contracted stevedore Matthew J Sangere issued a duel challenge after a statement about a witness before a point investigation commission. The challenger, said to be angered by testimony given by Joe Honor, accuses the witness of ignorant rubbish and vows to fight Mr Honor. Friends expect Sanders to ignore the challenge.

New Orleans Honor Sanders

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