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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Nov 02, 1909

Page

24

Lake Quits Boston Management in Salary Row

Boston owner John J. Taylor and manager Fred Lake quarreled over next season’s pay, leading Lake to quit on the spot. Rumors persist that Patsy Donovan may replace Lake, while Taylor fears possible trouble from the American Association as he contemplates moves involving the Baltimore club and player trades.

Washington Post Boston Mass John J ‘Taylor Ted Sox Fred Lake Ton Lake Taylor Tenithe Forte Cortaih Ealibes John S. Taylor

Jeffries Johnson bout focus and season risk prompts debate

Sporting comment by J Ed Grillo questions Jeffries return form for the Johnson bout and notes many fighters fail after layoffs. It also surveys football season injuries, rule changes, and public scrutiny of baseball spitball and Boston manager Fred Lake's dismissal as Boston seeks new leadership.

Franchise price sparks Wilkes-Barre Scranton talks

Negotiations have been ongoing for some time between Manager Kittredge of Wilkes-Barre and Walter Columan of Scranton over control of the Scranton franchise. Kittredge seeks 15000 and is backed by Wilkes-Barre capitalists who believe the venture could be profitable with him at the helm. Several Scranton stockholders would join if he becomes manager. Kittredge will not manage Wilkes-Barre next year, though William J. Clymer remains in charge.

Mio Taylor Neicher Ruston Acereen Tastor J S Dave Wii Bey Qwney Taylor J. ED Grillo Jeffries Johnson Pugiliam Afrong Mony Johnson Jeffries Notlon Crany Sears Washington Post Witkers Barr Ita Kittredge Wilkes-Barre Valter Columan Scranton Toftay Coleman Kittcrdge Wilkes- Havre Broome Wilkes-Harre William J. Clymer Emerson

Navy Hopes For Game Government Must Decide

A report from Annapolis Md dated November 2 indicates slight optimism that the Army Navy game scheduled for Philadelphia will be played. Capt J Mr Bowyer naval academy superintendent has delayed reply while Navy Athletic Association and War and Navy Departments decide, with lingering hope that Col Scott will modify or withdraw his cancellation request. Officers cite Midshipman Wilson’s improving condition as a factor keeping the game alive.

War and Navy Departments Middies Cal. Scott Washington Post Annapolis Philadelphia Army Sat Byrne Trig Col Scott Navy Wilson

Byrne to be buried today after cadet dies

Special to The Washington Post reports West Point cadets mourn Cadet Byrne who died prompting suspension of the season. Funeral tomorrow at 11 with military honors, pallbearers chosen from his class, and all academic duties suspended until after services. Guards and escorts accompany the body from hospital to chapel and state until burial.

Washington Post West Point Corps of Cadets Col Scott Byrne Peter Erief-Etricken

Fight Promoters Eye Jeffries Johnson Bout At $75,000 Bid

New York on November 1 reports rival promoters Coffroth and Gleason bidding to land the Jeffries Johnson fight. Gleason offers $75,000 and plans a huge Alameda arena. Jeffries stays in city until December 1 for bids to open. Langford may meet Jeannette. Kubiak bout fuels talk of Langford vs Johnson in Paris.

Jeffries New York Johnson Langford Jeannette Washington Post James Coffroth Jack Gleason California Jeffries-Johnson Gleason Ocean View Athletic Club Forbesfield Pittsburg Harvard University Johnson Willl Kubiak Paris Jeanmette France Tere Ie Chanes Besta Jeannett- Kublak Perla

Georgetown and Fordham Set for Annual Rivalry in New York

Georgetown University football arrives in New York for tomorrow’s game with Fordham. Coach Newman remains optimistic despite local chatter of a big Fordham win and hints at lineup changes due to injuries. Fordham practices lightly with White set to start, Gargan confident his team can win a hard fought game.

Washington Post New York Georgetown University Fordham Uute Murray Hoi Newman Post MaacWarlane Vigmen Stuart Barticallows Gaely Byrd Bill Bitterding White G. Walsh Fordhumites Permanenty Tyat Syracuse Gargan

Baltimore Interest Attracts Boston Investor

Baltimore Maryland November 1 John T Taylor president of the Boston American League team seeks a financial stake in the Baltimore club of the Eastern League. Edward Henson president of the Baltimore club confirms Taylor aims to invest, while denying plans to use Baltimore as a farm system for the Boston Americans.

Baltimore John, T. Taylor

Harvard Coach Says Byrne Death Could Have Been Averted

Harvard coach Donovan says Cadet Mogene Byrne’s death at West Point could have been prevented by removing him earlier. He cites Byrne’s failing condition before the final play and notes lack of a suitable substitute and responsibility for order to pull Byrne out. The Cadet’s injury occurred during a pool championship game later that night between Swan and Purcell.

Coach Donovan Harvard Spncral Washington Post Boston Mass Mogene A. Byrne West Point Byrne Jong Imogen” Donovan Donovan Byrne J. Sa. Evans Wiliams Evans Army Hiead Jing Kel Oald Donovan Seman Swan Swisetrysla Piere Vans Bachelors Purcell Tip

Harvard to Attend Cadet Byrne Funeral in Cambridge

Harvard University announces that Captain Hamilton Fish Jr and football coaches C A Daly and G P Gardner Jr will attend Cadet Byrne's funeral in Cambridge Massachusetts on November 1. A letter to Col H L Scott at West Point expresses Harvard undergraduates sorrow and sympathy to West Point.

Harvard Byrne Cambridge Mass Hamilton Fish C. A. Daly G. P. Gardner Cadet West Point

Haskell Indian Institute cancels second eleven football season

Announcement from Haskell Indian Institute states the death of Ray Spybuck, a member of the second football team, will end football for the second eleven this season. The first team will finish its schedule, and a planned game with Granatat will be canceled as a tribute to Spybuck. Reading, Kan. Nov. 1. Supt. Peaks and Lush to coach Navy basketball team. Bill Jasu agrees to coach Annapolis academy basketball.

Haskell’ Indian Institute Ray Spybuck Haskell Buckner Spybuck Lawrence Kan Lush Navy New Haven Conn Bill Jasu Yale Annapolis Academy

Play for Cup at Chevy Chase Inks Tournament

The Siamese minister's cup event opens this morning at Chevy Chase Inks with nearly 50 entries. The 50 players contest for the prized cup through Saturday, with handicaps listed for each entrant including Talcott, Ydée Common, Oliphant, and many others in a keen club competition.

Chevy Chase M. Talcott F. C. Horstmann Oliphant H. B. Davidson W. M Gray CG. Treat P. Knut G &. Miller J.D. Patten Robert Stead Richards E. H. Loftus BE. M .Weaver C. L. Maslatt A.T. King H.W. Reed J. H

Washington College football squad adds new and returning players

One of the largest squads trained yesterday as veterans return slowly from injury. Craft and Powell stand out among newcomers while Whiting faces likely time out due to injuries. Carlisle notes indicate the Indians escaped Saturday with no serious injuries and prepare for Saturday’s home game.

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Remedy Ad Warns of Heart Failure Dangers

An old advertisement warns readers that heart failure can be serious and offers Dr. Mites Heart Remedy as a treatment. It claims the product will strengthen and regulate heart action to overcome strain, urging readers to procure it from their local pharmacist.

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