Endurance Walker O'Leary and debating league grounds use
Sporting Comment by J E Grills discusses veteran pedestrian Dan Leary who walks 1000 miles in 1000 hours at age sixty seven, praises endurance and notes the need for ground-sharing plans for two city baseball clubs while warning against damaging rivalries. It also covers boxing licensing in San Francisco, club constraints, and possible impacts on the sport.
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J. E. Grills
Dan Leary
O'Leary
Clits
Giants May Release Four Veteran Players in 1908 Shakeup
Longtime Giants commander John McGraw plans a 1908 rebuild likely to release at least four veteran players Bi Dublen George Browne Dan McGann and Joe McGinnity amid a push for newer talent and stronger harmony. The article notes McGraw’s strict discipline and past roster moves while hinting at upcoming contracts and young players already in consideration.
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McGraw
Bill Gilbert
Carolina League Organized in North and South Carolina
The Carolina Baseball League was organized at Salisbury North Carolina with J H Wesn of Charlotte named president and J K Wesn also a leader in the setup. Directors were elected and member cities include Greensboro Salisbury Charlotte Greenville Spartanburg and Anderson. A forfeit of 300 is required of teams entering the league.
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Salisbury
N.C
Carolina Baseball League
J. H. Wesa
Charlotte
Greenaboro
North Carolina
Greenville
Spartanburg
Anderson
South Carolina
Johnson Couldn’t Pick Em At Jamaica Races
Special to Sno Yamingttes from New York Oct 2 describes Dave Johnson’s tough day at Jamaica Raceway. He wagered heavily on James B Brady and Samuel H Morris, lost on Jacobite and Brookdale Nymph, and nearly broke even after a late swing on Rural Lady and Amle U. The day featured a forgiving track, misread form, and big bets by prominent gamblers including Dutch Fred, with Gretna Green burning offshore favorites in earlier races.
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Sno Yamingttes
New York
Dave Johnson
Jamaica
Belmont Park
James B. Brady
Samuel H. Morris
Jacobite
Brookdale
Keene
Rowe
Hha
Fred
Brooklyn
BI Cowap
Mr. Keene
Dan Donnelly
Gretha Greens Handicap Wins After Form Somersault
Gretha Greens Handicap race ends with a dramatic turn as the favorite tumbles mid run then recovers to win by a length and a quarter over Brook gale Nymph. Berry Maid finishes fourth driven by a half length.
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Milter
Berry Maid
Jamaica races reveal long shots triumph at odds heavy
In Jamaica the day opened with Gretna Green at 10 to 1 winning the Pierrepont Handicap by a length, ridden by Miller. Quadrille, 20 to 1, captured the Fandi gan for all ages, while Poquessing surged to win the second race by a whisker. Berry Maid, 23 to 1, took the final event in a drive, as Royal Lady defied a rough ride to win the fifth race.
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Jamaica
Shak Yace
Watt Worm
Baplowlaw Cs
Sseser
Lotmass
Henin Ig
la Jeunessa Bellwotboe
Neebier Ramiro
Littleyon
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Andrew Stick
Punky Ant
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Bedouin Leads as Race Awards Concessions and Purses
The race featured Bedouin making a late charge from fourth to a strong finish, with solid plays from walle and Faust. Gretna Green earned eleven pounds from Brockdale Nymph and five from Bedouin, while al’s other starters received concessions. Bedouin posted his best performance of the season and netted $2,995 for his owner.
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Walle
R. Ellison
Tomacco
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Gretna Green
Brockdale Nymph
al Sorta
Two Jockeys Injured in Race Incident at Track
Jockeys T Taylor and Powers suffered minor injuries when Stroud and Bitter Brown fell at the last sixteenth pole. Track listed as fast. race summaries mention multiple horses and outcomes with times and placings across several events, including six furlongs and the standout performances.
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Uct
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Bitter Brown
T. Taylor
Powers
Q Hirst
Bve Ferlonge
Macina
Teorien
Oto Ky Nop
Stuacainn
Faia Peaty Gecomd
Martha
Koerner
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S OL Ie
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Leoman Beghad
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H Martin
Sen
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the Clareman
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Guard Sho Tan
Virginia’s Outlook Dark As Tar Heels Loom
Virginia’s football outlook appears bleak after a hard loss to VMI, with key backs injured and two or three likely sidelined from scrimmage before facing North Carolina next Saturday. VMI’s Cadets exposed the Cavaliers’ defense, while Lamson from Pennsylvania eyes coaching North Carolina and shaping the Tar Heels for a tough week ahead.
FITZS SAYS HE WILL SLAP OBRIEN AND KICK HIM OUT
Bob Fitzsimmons, in Pittsburg, vows to attack Jack O'Brien for remarks about his Philadelphia fight with Johnson. He threatens to slap O'Brien and pinch him on sight and says O'Brien should stay out of the way. Fitzsimmons calls Johnson the only man who can beat Jeffries.
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Washington Post
Pittsburg
Jack O’brien
Broadway
Bob Fitzsimmons
Fitz
Ing
O’bren
Johnson
Philadelphia
O'Gelen
O'Brien
Buhler
Jeffries
Navy fans praise Harvard clash as sign of strong team depth
Annapolis Oct 2 General satisfaction at the Naval Academy over the football game with Harvard. The Navy team, limited by injuries, displayed latent ability and promising depth. Coaches plan to develop the eleven for Franklin Field on November 20 while praising Harvard’s clean play and the visitors’ improved line play under new rules.
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Annapolis
Raval Academy
Harvard
Franklin Field
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Stuart
Northcroft
Shaforth
Wright
Strang
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Allbeenter
McCormack of Western University Retires from Football
James McCormack son of Chancellor McCormack retires from the Western University of Pennsylvania football team stating football interferes with study and that a student cannot dedicate time to both. The decision echoes the university leadership and the pressures on collegiate athletics in Pittsburgh.
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McCormack
Washington Post
Pitsburg
Western Pennsylania
James McCormack
Western University of Pennsylvania
Episcopal High Wins Over Jefferson School for Boys
Special to Tharimmacwon. Charlottesville Va Oct 21 Episcopal High School eleven defeated Jefferson School for Boys of Charlottesville 69 to 0 in forty minutes of play. After scoring 42 points in the first half Alexandria’s ran in many substitutes Pendleton starred for the Episcopalians Pendleton did the star playing for the Episcopalians Sammond Johnson Virginia’s referee to the contest.
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Charlottesville
Episcopal High School
Jefferson School For Boys
Charlnttesville
Alexendrians
Pendleton
Eniicopailans
Aeta ‘Eal Lit
Benning Track Opens Amid Busy Yearling Workouts
Rapid activity at the Benning course as Superintendent Strahan opens the Columbia source for off track training ahead of the Washington Jockey Club tests. Trainers from New York and Baltimore arrive to observe and prep two year olds for Pimlico meetings. Rainey clan and Garth string attract attention with promising prospects and a Brown Belchaz colt shines in early trials.
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Washington Jockey Club
Bera~han
Columbia
Benning Track
Pimlico
William Garth
New York
Baltimre
Paul Ramey
Garth Ty
Ed Peters
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Ray
W. P. Burch
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Willegan Chasaberlain
Mr. Rainey
Hawkewich
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Slater
Girt
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Sir “Pixon
Ben Strame
Gridiron Showdown Teems From Tech Central Clash
Technical High School meets Central at American League Park this afternoon in a fierce gridiron battle. Tech aims to extend its rivalry since leaving Central, while Central seeks upset and a claim to respect. Injuries to Devine Cohen and Cullen thin the visiting lineup, Moby fills Cohen’s role, and Glennon returns to bolster Georgetown’s defense as Fordham looms Saturday. Swarthmore’s rout of George Washington boosts prep team morale with a large practice turnout.
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George CoWn
Ceary
University of Maryland
Gleven
Devine
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Cullen
Moby
Buckley
Fordham
George Washington
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van Ness Park
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Cubs Plan Solid Gold World Series Watch Charm
The Chicago National League team votes to issue a solid gold watch charm commemorate their world championship win over the Detroit Tigers. The design features a large cub holding a diamond between teeth, no enamel on the fob, and a reverse side with bold lettering.
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Washington Post
Chicago
Detroit Tigers
Murphy
Cubs
Strikes and Spares Aenoulture in the Yea and going easy
Scores show key bowlers across Navy Yard Farmers and Commissioners with high games. Miller Field of the Farmers shines with 205 218 214 averages and top marks. Cant Myers of the Commissioners posts strong totals, while Navy Yard posts another solid game night. Treasury and Gan Makers clash foreshadows upcoming matches. Agriculture faces Commissioners next Thursday as season pace intensifies.
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Myers
Miller Field
Cnetigamer
Auce Work
Strathte i
Stamps Miller
Navy
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