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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1907
Page
8
At Washington Port Annapolis Md on November 1 the Academy fourth class defeated their rival in a rising series of games, recording a 10 to 0 score this afternoon. The match featured strong defense from both sides, with the fourth class breaking through in the second half to seal the victory.
Mr Taylor demonstrates skill as rider by guiding Yama Chasty to victory. Despite protest from bookmakers and critics, Long Shot's decisive win saves Books from paying out thousands, confirming Baby Willie as the decision maker.
Results show Notter's Tea Leaf defeating Ghriaty by 7 to 40 at Audri race where McDaniel’s Sto Comedienne beat Red Friar by 5. Bannatyne and Taylor George split 20 and 3, while Dolly Doltare by GC Ross and Burning Bush by WW Mitter posted notable margins.
In a five furlong dash at Renning, Baby Wille narrowly beat Greena de Fuerite when the judges favored Baby Wille by a length. Jockey Kotter rode Greeno to victory but confusion at the finish led to questions about the wire and the official result.
A crowded race card saw Guardian and Yama Christy dispute early pace before each faded. Yama Christy won by a comfortable margin as Guardian placed second and Spencer Reif held third. In the stage Greene challenged Baby Witla and Notter before Greene faded. Wabash Queen finished third after a rough start. Ardri dominated race four by four lengths over Braggadacia, with Apple Taddy and Come dienne close behind. Comedienne easily led from the start to win race five by five lengths over Graziello, with Oxford Red Frat not far back. Ostrich appeared a strong wager in the final race but Notter’s late surge toppled him, Notter winning by two lengths over Ostrich, then Banker by four.
Washington jockey club plans an army mounted service cup race at Benning on Friday November 20 with up to twenty four horses. Troopers in drab service uniform ride regimental mounts amid $600 purse distribution including funds for troop and athletic clubs. The event features twelve cavalry troops and two artillery batteries, with horses shipped to Fort Myer for practice. track delays and mud affected several races and performances yesterday.
The ad argues raincoats must shed water yet offer style and individuality. It invites customers to try on garments to appreciate fit grace and distinctiveness, promising tailored quality from 15 to 35 dollars with broad varieties at each price point.
Pa Avenue and 9th Street listing for SabenbingilesCe Hread-to-foot Outfitters. Local storefront appears in OCR readout with minimal surrounding context. Details about product lines or corporate ties are not provided.
Jockey Walter Miller made an initial appearance of the season at Oakland guiding San G, Phalanx, Burning Bush, and other mounts across four races. The program featured strong wagering and several wall backed winners including notable performances by Miller and contemporaries.
A bloody confrontation at George Viney’s home last night left one dead and three injured. William Shiver was killed, Virgil Shiver badly cut, a woods rider Ford shot and possibly blinded, and Claude Powter wounded. Police urged witnesses to come forward as investigators assessed motives and relationships among local youths.
Fayette Ala November 21 United States Senator J H Bankhead has passed the crisis of his illness Attending physicians say he is out of danger and will rapidly recover A discussion notes the Treasury of the United States holds more gold than any institution and far surpasses the Bank of France in holdings The article also reflects on vast silver reserves and high per capita money ownership in the United States with an increase over fourteen years
War takes two from the Commissioners Foundry and SM Shop on Palace alleys as few players show for other contests. The Saengerbund, Fat Men, and various department and Navy leagues bustle with matches, totals, and scattered performances across multiple venues.
Blanche Walsh headlines Jacob Gordin’s dramatization of Talstor’s The Kreutzer Sonata, shown at the National Theater last night. Critics fault the play’s immoral themes though praised Alma Kruger and George Sumner for strong performances. the production moves into the rest of the week.
Simla reports a crippling railway strike by engine drivers and staff causing government business to halt. European strikers trigger fears of violence as armed police and troops move toward the Penge Mangnus junction while steamers lack coal and prices rise.
Bridget Carey Wham stands charged in Judge Barretts court with the murder of her two young daughters and alleged arsenical poisonings of spouses and lodgers. The opening statement cites deaths of Peter Carey and Rose Carey, Annie Carey, and Cecile Cook, with arsenic traces found in stomachs. The defendant allegedly moved her family to Philadelphia and faced multiple deaths attributed to poisoning.
Rome Nov 21 Former Minister of Reuealing Nast accused of embezzling funds has a December 1 trial date delayed after counsel for the accused refused to attend hearings. The Senate sitting at the high court was told the president barred Nast from speaking and may pursue contempt against his lawyers. Observers doubt the case will proceed soon as lawyers nationwide may abstain from defense duties.
Reports from Sweden describe famine in Lapland where rainfall harms crops in Vesterbotten and Vasternorrland regions. Official advice warns barley bread is nearly worthless, cattle slaughtered to prevent starvation, and the cabinet considers removing grain duties and other steps to avert famine.
In a private quarrel Counts Jean Recope and Tristan de Gramedo dueled at twenty five paces. Both were wounded in the breast at the first exchange of shots before reconciliation. Regents want a game. Athletic Club seeks matches with teams averaging pounds. Address challenges to 3 McDonnell, 1216 O Street NW. Braddocks, Duponts, and Georgetown Midgets favored.
In a terse exchange the Explorer declares a plan to reach the pole in an automobile, insisting his chances depend on coming within a thousand miles as the machine keeps faith to close the distance.
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