Athletics' Year Of Triumph Echoes 1902 Win
The Athletics, led by Connie Mack, clinched the pennant in a tight race, matching the 1902 squad except for center field and pitching staff. Plank, Bender, and Coakley anchored the rotation while Waddell recovered, delivering decisive performances in the final series against Cleveland and Detroit. Teamwork and steady defense carried Philadelphia to its second American League title, with veteran leadership from Cross and Mack guiding a determined lineup.
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Mack
Waddel
Plunk
Hasting
Wilson
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Boston
Dame Fortune
Harry Davis
Harban Wins Trophy at Big Gold Tournament Close
The 121-player event at the Links of Columbia Club draws wide interest. Dr. Led L Burban wins the District of Columbia and Maryland Golf Association trophy for property of the Columbia Golf Club. prize details list multiple winners from Columbia and Chevy Chase clubs with several consolation awards.
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Columbia Golf Club
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Columbia Club
Lee L. Harbas
George C. Lafferty
Chevy Chase Club
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W. M. Gray
EL M. Talcott
Washington Clu
Ne Durell
L. W. Weaver
Reeve Lewis
Benjamin Woodraft
Athletics Win Pennant as 1903 Race Ends Strong
The improved strength of Boston and New York pushed Philadelphia’s Athletics to fifth in the race. Connie Mack pursued new material and reshuffled his lineup, proving the value of his method as the Athletics clinched the pennant in a dramatic, history-filled season. The standings show the shift from August through October, with the Athletics leading on August 3 and finishing strong to capture the title. The piece also profiles Hanlon, McGraw, Jennings, and Dunn, noting how managerial skill and player talent shaped the pennant chase and post-season prospects.
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Washington
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Wirst
McGraw
Dunn
Jennings
New York Globe
Edward Hanlon
Brooklyn
John McGraw
New York Giants
Hughey Jennings
Baltimore
Jack Dunn
Providence
Hanson
Keelers
MacGinnitys
Hanlon
St. Louis
Giants
Jertnings
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Hanlon School
Joe McGinnity
Harry Howell
Hughey
Will Stop Boxing Bouts In Montgomery County
County authorities in Rockville Maryland act on boxing exhibitions at Conduit road noting they violate state law. The Oct event featured Harry Lewis of Philadelphia and Tommy Lowe of Washington. State's Attorney Robert B. Peter warns such bouts won’t be tolerated and cites a Glen Echo incident where arrests followed.
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Montgomery Courty
Washington and Lee Tops Hampden-Sydney In Close Clash
In Lexington Va on Oct 7 Washington and Lee University edged Hampden Sydney College in a fast and snappy game, with Washington and Lee leveraging superior weight to secure the victory. Hampden-Sydney fought hard throughout the contest.
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Hampdon-Sidney
Washington Post
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Washington and Lee University
Hampden- Slaney College
Championship Score at Columbia and Maryland Golf Association Tourney
The fourth annual District of Columbia and Maryland Golf Association tournament closed at Columbia Golf Club with Harban defending his title and winning four prizes. Lafferty and others offered strong play, and 150 entries competed in handicap prizes led by Sullivan and Danforth who tied for the prize. Officers praised the association’s growth from three clubs to ten with Virginia and Delaware clubs invited.
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Columbia Golf Club
Maryland
Virginia
Delaware
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Columbia
Winslow Williams
Elk Ridge Club
Alexander Brit»ton
Chevy Chase
Yates Pens Jniman
Maryland Country Club
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Baltimore Country Club
Dr. Harban
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Columbia Club
Association
Lafferty
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Tew
Daniel
Amy
Talcott
Duval
Alxtesh
Biles
Laurence Weat
E. Sullivan
M. B. Danforth
New York Women Win Tri City Golf Match
New York clubs defeated Philadelphia 16 to 13 at Morris County Golf Club Morris Town N J finishing a three way contest began yesterday with Boston. The New York team led by Margaret Curtis Pauline Mackey Mary Adams Harriet Curtin and others edged Boston by seven points to claim the victory.
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Pauline Mackey
Mary Adama
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Louisa Welle
Catherine Harley
EH Porter
Anita Phipps
Margaret Phelps
Lefferts
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Annual Fall Regatta at Georgetown On Oct 26
The University of Georgetown conducts its annual class day regatta on Thursday October 26. Coach Pat Dempsey has four college crews ready and expects two more from the professional schools. Freshmen show strong form while sophomores push the pace. Seniors appear strongest, but juniors vow to challenge. Regatta likely staged off the Potomac Boat Club.
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Hiver
Pat Dempsey
T Han
Law and
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Capt. Mudd
Potomac Boat Club
Rheumatism relief tale from a life-hardened patient
A reader describes years of severe rheumatism starting in the hip and spreading to shoulders head and body. After trying many prescriptions his stomach suffered until he found relief with a tonic claiming to purify and enrich the blood. He reports dramatic improvement after two bottles and full recovery as the acid poisons are carried away.
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