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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1918

Page

11

Round-Up notes on Navy football training and Red Cross trap events

The Round-Up describes Walter Camp influenced moves turning football into a Navy staple with station teams practicing under elite coaching. It lists coaches and players, mentions training stations from Newport to Kinross, and notes other sports like trapshooting supported by Red Cross efforts including trophies and fundraising.

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Hess Victory shoe showcases refined style and high arch

The Hess Victory model highlights long graceful lines with recedence, blind eyelets, and English high arch. Available in black calf or mahogany tan, it stands among over seventy Hess models priced moderately with quality in mind.

Shannon River's Last Race at Laurel Ends Tragic

The 10 year old Shannon River, a famed steeplechaser bred by the late Robert Neville, died after a fall at the eighth fence at Laurel park. Trained by Billy Garth and once under Capt Parr in France, the black gelding had long carried faith and earned wins against top jumpers, including Weldship. The race day saw a field including Exterminator, Sunny Slope, and The Porter, with The Porter narrowly beating Sunny Slope by a head after a late rush, while Shannon River’s demise marks a sorrowful end to a storied career in American and Canadian courses.

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Wightman Resigns As Tennis Official

George Wightman of Boston resigns as treasurer of the United States Lawn Tennis Association. Alfred H Chapin of Springfield is elected to fill the vacancy. Chapin has been active in New England tennis circles and won the father and son tournament with his son at Forest Hills. Wightman had served since February 1917 after a contested election by the nominating committee-selected candidate.

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Horse Race Results and Purses From City Track Meet

Report on the Carrothon handicap and other races detailing winners such as Jockeys Straight and Polmoma, with payouts including straight, place, and show bets. Notable horses include Wingfield’s entry and Ray o Light, with prices and times listed. several races note jockeys, trainers, and mutuels amid dense, era-typical racing jargon.

Big Ten Revises Football Schedules For War Time

The Big Ten coaches and athletic directors agreed to revise the football schedule to fit War Department rules allowing two 48 hour trips next month. All October games are canceled, Thanksgiving games avoided, and conference play will run from November to November 30 with several teams facing service and minor college opponents.

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National Capital League Consolidated Scores and Standings

Summary of multiple teams and players’ game results across the National Capital League with per player points totals for Matthews Viz Pezcare Mast and others, plus team totals and handicaps. Includes Bran Brandt Kennett Herman Crampton Meany Burtz and more across abbreviations and columns showing 3-game totals and overall tallies.

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Beechams Trial Reveals Fatal Family Tragedy Stranger Actions Suspected

In Lancaster Pennsylvania a fatal home incident left Henry Cockley accused after the bodies of Robe Beecham, his wife, and their three children were found. Beechams allegedly suffered throat injuries and the scene included a rolling pin and other tools. Investigators report claims of infidelity and domestic conflict preceding the tragedy.

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