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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1923

Page

54

Jamaica spring meet star Lag era of eastern crack

A jagged OCR summary describes a 1921 era Jamaica spring racing sensation Lag aged around 12 with a thick neck and strong pace. It notes training at Rancecas farm and potential dominance in the East against formidable rivals. Mentions Kentucky horses and Pimlico meets with references to races of six furlongs and a mile and a sixteenth, highlighting Lag as a standout despite uncertain form.

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English Soccer Small Admissions and Dancing Controversy

Fragmented report describes small admissions for English soccer and a dancing event at Lorsall. Mentions Brigak, Bob Wader, United, and Tidlarapelis with unclear dates and figures, plus references to training season and remand.

Brigak Expe Opis Bob Wader Mo United Oseare Sto Gahillings Lorsall

Virginia track season ends Baker through

The report notes Baker ends his season with Virginia track, marking the final race for captain who wore Orange and Blue. Details on the event, distance, and placements are incomplete due to fragmented text.

Virginia Baker

Central Crew Plans Henley Race Entry

A historic note indicates Central Crew will enter the Henley race, highlighting preparations and anticipation for the upcoming competition. Details remain sketchy in theOCR text but acknowledge team involvement and stated intent to participate.

Georgia pitcher throws perfect game mystery report

A Georgia pitcher delivered a perfect game in a baffling report filled with garbled text. The piece names no clear opponents or dates and lacks verifiable details, leaving the feat unanchored in specific places or times.

Five Homers In One Game Shocks New York City Fans

New York May 19 reports a remarkable baseball game where a player hit five home runs in a single game, driving in fourteen runs and nearly completing a sixth homer by inches. Tyrnan played left field for the Yankees, while New Orleans faced scheduling notes as the league contemplates moves. Manager Ed Barrow announced Shreveport, Louisiana would be scooped as a potential site, with Miller Hugins leaning toward the plan.

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Strange Pranks of Fate in Automobile Race Game

A long, dramatic account recalls perilous moments in auto racing, detailing crashes, near misses, and the fates of drivers like John Aitkin and Strang. It notes a mix of heroism and tragedy, with accidents on tracks and roads, plus a reflection on fate and courage that keeps racers pushing onward despite danger.

Gibbons and Dempsey Slated in Shelby Heavyweight Show

The article outlines a heavyweight title clash between Scm Cibbons and Jack Dempey in Shelby Montana on April 15. It details purses, gate money, and training expenses, noting the high stakes and the boxers’ careers, wartime roles, and training habits as they prepare for the bout.

Scm Cibbons Shelby Mont Jack Dempey Inio Tom Spe Dempsey Gibbons Wilomb Stathima der oePf Ten West Shelb Hia Horiabt

Jeffries Advice On Retirement From Champion’s View

Jim Jeffries and Jack Dempsey discussed retirement amid financial concerns. Dempsey spoke about pressure to stay active and Jeffries warned that aging fighters face dwindling options when no opponents remain.

Jim Jeffries Jack Dempse Tostage Dempsey Jeffres

Generals Elect Switzer Captain General

Texcington Virginia reported Switzer of Harrisonburg elected captain of the generals this week amid baseball notes. Switzer, from Mersburg academy in 1990, has shown leadership and speed, with a high batting average cultivated over many seasons at Lexington.

Texcington Va Switze Harrisonburg Var Flekie Mersburg Academy Ae Pak Switzer Lexington

Home Run Record Set in Phillies Cardinal Game

A new major league home run record emerged as Philadelphia and St. Louis combined for ten long balls in a seven inning affair. The prior nine was shared by Chicago and Cincinnati in a nine inning game on May 20 1894. A later mark of eight occurred on June 3 1959 when Philadelphia and Detroit combined for eight homers.

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Arch Rife Sets Endurance Motorcycle World Record

Arch Rife of Sacramento reportedly set a world endurance motorcycle riding record by completing his seventy seventh hour of riding before officials halted the race. Kenneth Les, referee for the Auto Trade association, stated the former world endurance record stood at thirty hours.

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