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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1907
Page
8
A lengthy critique discusses amateurism vs professionalism in sport, criticizing pay-to-play schemes and the commercialization of athletics. It defends pure amateur competition while condemning moneyed manipulation and the siphoning of talent to professional routes. It names figures like Muldoon and Fitz and considers impacts on fairness, training, and the broader athletic landscape.
Cornell’s football team completed final drills at Percy Field weathered snow and wind as Coach Lueders praised the improved condition and sharp play. The Varsity team, despite poor conditions, showcased strong passing and rushing as they prepare for the West Point game with Penn tomorrow under heavy travel with managers and a long list of players.
New York discusses a plan to curb roster size for each club. George H Davey of the Boston club will push a resolution banning reservations of more than eight players and restricting five new signings. He argues cost reduction is essential to preserve public interest and league vitality.
Poor ride defeats Kara Graziallo by winning when little was expected. The Shaughraun and Griana exit the Marden class Phil Dwyer wins again with Red Briar.
Jockey McAfee aboard Kara led most of the Henning steeplechase yesterday until Navajo surged near the finish. Navajo won by a short head as Kara faded late, delivering a sharp upset against the favorite. The Bea ning meet featured upsets and strong betting despite a fast, testing track.
A crowded betting scene framed a close finish as Ironsides edged Briar for the day’s final victory. Trenalies led early before Briar surged and held on, with Sally lich and Ortano among the longshots fading in the stretch. Ivying Tompkins Toriggs impressed in the maiden race, while Twika and Helen Holland picked up minor payouts.
Report from Benning track describes Perseverance possibly sole starter in the Dixie Stake with a $2000 purse. Notes dusty footing, weather could improve, and several stables eyeing the purse. The Wrestler was a key early favorite, while Killechan and Red First also drew attention for expected hard racing. Grazialio and Mazume show varied support as betting moved.
Jockey Walter Miller rode three winners at Oaklands meeting while drawing a 50 fine in the second race for cutting across the field. The Purse in the Pausilena Handicap went to Childreth with Meelick second and Native Son third as Maguina led the field.
Readable fragments describe sergeant condition pills and advertising from various pharmacies. Mentions include 21 Main, Africk's Pharmacy, Bird Store, Dev loceenmikt Pharmacy, and Gov $8 at mw. Details are unclear due to errors. highlights list multiple shop names and addresses with no cohesive event.
The Cincinnati committee plans lavish entertainment for contestants at the Nox 26 event in Cincinnati Ohio. Garry Herrmann leads the effort with a banquet paid from five dollars per five man team and a women’s tournament featuring entrants from Kansas City St Louis Chicago Cleveland and others. Prizes include a spring bonus and golf awards, plus a vaudeville performance touted as a major Cin Cinnati stunt.
The article notes a 214 mile Washington Sup race with seven events. It mentions withdrawals as horses were pulled from late events due to low sale prices at the Fasiz Tipton sale. Karl Jungbluth Captain Harry Brown Miller Bishop and Fainter are recorded as withdrawing their horses from the Benonza and Will Stream studs.
Commanding general approves the Washington Jockey Club plan for a Benning Thanksgiving Day race between cavalry and artillery horses. Eight troops of the Thirteenth Cavalry, four from the Fifteenth, four from the Eleventh, and the Second Battery of Field Artillery will enter, each ridden by a enlisted man from its unit. A gold cup and prize money will be awarded, with most cash to the winning troops and batteries and smaller sums to the riders.
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