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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1906
Page
8
Denver boxer accepts a challenge to face Sullivan, declaring he will meet him soon. Manager Al Herford of the Eureka Athletic Club received the response in Baltimore on October 15, signaling readiness for a Sullivan bout.
Local boxing fans anticipate a fifteen round bout at the Eureke Athletic Club Germania Maennerchor Hall as Kid Sullivan faces Amby Mc Garry of New York. Sullivan, a popular local fighter, draws strong turnout from Washington sports enthusiasts traveling to Baltimore.
Philadelphia's Tim Catlahan and Eddie Garner from Atlanta clash for ten rounds at the Minneapolis Club on November 12. Wale McGovern’s upset over Young Corbett stirs the boxing guesswork. Mike Ward of Surrey and Harry Lewis of Philadelphia set a 10 round 133 pound bout in Grand Rapids on November 1. Harry Besterman rises toward a title after beating Willie Fitzgerald. Tommy Murphy signs to box Johnny Dyer for six rounds at the National Athletic Club and will meet Matty Baldwin at Chelsea on October 23. Two recent fights sharpen the heavyweight scene more than chatter. Jack O’Brien vs Tommy Burns slated for Thanksgiving. Al Kaufman meets Sam Berger in a twenty-four foot ring on October 31. Billy Madden, tutor of John L. Sullivan, pivots to politics as a State senator candidate on the Fearst ticket in a Brooklyn district.
Lowell golfer J. B. Hylan led the invitation tournament at Myopia Hunt Club with 2 under par in qualifying. Notables Eben M. Byers Walter J. Travis H. Whigman F C Horstman and others competed among a field including J J Hylan Archie Graham and H R Sobhnstone as the three day event began at Myopia. First round results show several matchups with Hylan and Smith advancing.
District and Maryland Association will hold a field trials meet in Laurel Maryland on November 21 22 and 23. The local group has stocked more than 200 birds within five miles of Laurel and protects 2000 acres. Officials anticipate a record birds and turnout for the event with secretary Tank Finney issuing member cards. A by law now allows any dog to compete in the all age state class.
The day after the World Series, fans and players relaxed at posts and banquets. Jimmy Shackard left for Columbia Pa as White Sox stars plan barnstorming, with games against Gunthers and Logan Squares on the horizon. Comiskey and Murphy praised the team’s season with sizable receipts and gifts, while Johnson and league officials prepared pennant plans and hunting trips ahead of winter.
Sporting editor notes Walsh and White Sox credit in Saturdays Cubs game and confirms White Sox won one of five in the post season series. Nineteen early boxing of revenue shares outlines league 10 percent to commission, 60 percent to players, 7.5 to clubs, 9.5 to losing club, while owners share 40 percent plus 9.6 percent of games beyond four. Eastern High vs Washington School football at Wisconsin Avenue grounds promises insight into interhigh series. Washington loses Gamble and Britton but Gooch Whitney fields a competitive lineup.
An item notes J L Cox of Welmer’s Kansas cured of asthma by Ascates and, in sports, analyzes the 1906 World Series between the Red Sox and Cubs. It contrasts Cubs and Sox batting averages, praises Donohue over Chance in clutch play, and highlights Rohe’s standout performance over Steinbjldt.
Special to The Washington Post from Lexington Virginia reports Washington and Lee University and Agricultural and Mechanical College of Raleigh tied 4 to 4 in a hard fought gridiron battle. Thompson starred for the home team with two successful kicks, while the visitors countered with a drop kick from the 2 yard line after T. C. Bagley advanced the ball on a forward pass.
Army and Navy meet Technical High School this afternoon at National Park kickoff set for 3 30 Tech High enters with several games played under Cunningham of Wesleyan and a developing strong squad a hard contest expected Army and Navy lineups include Mews and others as listed in the preview
In Plainwell Michigan on Saturday during the Allowan Plainwell football game Edward Piche sixteen may be crippled for life after a kick to the back. Mentor Housel another Plainwell player suffered a broken right leg.
Rumors say Yale coaches will move Forbes from tackle to end to use him carrying the ball. Michigan Athletics Association reports under $600 in bank. Princeton faces Tigers on October 1 at Percy Field as new formations are tested.
Rumor from Pittsburg dated Oct 1 says John Henry Wagner, renowned among players, will succeed Frederick C. Clarke as Pittsburg manager next season. Clarke plans to concentrate on his Kansas farm. Five players Beaumont Leach Phelps Peltz Ritchey to be involved in trades. Dutch Moler and pitcher Michael Lynch will not play next year.
Amaapolle Md Oct 1 At a meeting of the naval academy tenders midshipman Charles McK Mirenaburg Pa was re elected captain and half miler for the coming season He led last year with an unbroken string of victories in sprints and distance events and smashed several records His appointment of another captain and his prior record mark him as a key figure for the team to defend its dominance on the track
The observer notes Parker-Bridget Clothing offers suits in the $18 to $25 range and praises their high quality at modest prices. The piece claims no merchant tailor matches the selection or value, contrasting Parker-Bridget with shops selling mediocre garments and highlighting the store as a top example in the clothing business.
Belmont Park antics drew betters and bookies into action as four favorites fell. Hard Shot claimed the third race easily while Oxford and Tommy Waddell won late events. Jockey Miller returned after a suspension, and New York crowds largely shunned a straight track, keeping funds in pockets.
Oxford, at odds of 9 to 5, won the Westchester Handicap six and a half furlongs at Belmont Park, setting a new world record for the distance in 1:18 1-5. Ben Bon finished second by a head over the favorite Brookdale Nymph, with Pinkerton leading early before fading. Olerosa won the Autumn Meadowbrook Steeplechase by half a length over Orthodox.
At Louisville on October 15, Ben Shaw led the field in the Steeplechase Handicap, defeating Muzane who faded at the last jump while Nedra was disqualified in the second race. Hicott lowered the track record by several seconds in the final mile and three furlongs as clear weather favored the meeting.
Fragmented OCR yields a dense roster style with names such as Ron Well Today Belmont Wootumen Stolei Pak Ro Woolgatherer Adams Harry Gardiner York Philander Vox Popul Ativet Tourennes Hosehee Lady Gevay Bivouge Palette Angler Goodview Alyth Juvith Louise Goble Dudley Blude Caper Antrim Fair Paget De Bar Marvel F Hall entry Harding Sharp Hoy Revolt Postman Captein Bosh Gberac.
GOSSIP OF THE TURF notes Hefferman to ride Mec Laughlin horses at Pimlico and reports large bets on Hoylan in the Brooks Club Steeplechase. Belmont Park hosts nearing end of meeting with trainers heading to Winter quarters, wintering at Douglass Park and Churchill Downs. Queen County Jockey Club meets in November as Aqueduct unveils a new grandstand. three year olds Herbor Hill looms as a top race. Norfolk dispatch: James E. Sullivan to visit Norfolk for Jamestown Exposition sports planning with F. W. Rubien joining. athletic field plans outlined.
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