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Washington Post

Location

Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1905

Page

22

Bad News Dominates Jamaica Sprint Day Horse Races

New York dispatch reports Jamaica races led by Bad News at 3 to 1 and Watergrass winning The Packers Stakes went to Watergrass while Sir Tristan captured the second race From first through fifth races, favorites and longshots were listed with winners including Bad News in the final event and Chimney Lacen in the third race plus several place finishes and dramatic tempos across five divisions.

Lord Badge Atherne Eking Pepper Chimney Sweep Sir Tristan New York Jamaica Watergrass Bad News Hallowmas Platoon Sewell Non Grapple Wiley Dreamer Shaw Cutter Fra Fippina Bow Coat Cologial Janete Snow King Dostor Clbert Massa Hannibal Begalag Neill Hallowmax Romanell Billy Sanastar W Buchanan True Row Melbourne Greenland Tarinc Wrexford Royal Scot Stataletical Adonis Music Box Blue Mamis Full of Fun Hace Chimney Lacen Darkle Miller Jane Holly Belly Time Panique Gold- Hour Robador Amberja X ‘Henandoan Atwood Packers Wiles McDaniel Notter Think Marvel P Limiless Orifamme Miss Polut W Knapp Athione Perper J J. Walsh Bronze Wing Cottage Maid Arsenal Pronte Baron Epher J Jones Cedertrome Kittie Pratt Sailor Boy

Three Fells In First Race At Toronto Meet

At Toronto racetrack on Oct 25 three favorites and two outsiders won across six races. Lights Out, the heavy favorite, won the steeplechase handicap while Sea Shark and Gold Bell ran second and third in the final event. Weather was sloppy with a muddy track and several horses fell or ran wide in the major preliminaries.

Cincinnati Luronto Lieutenant Rice Blue Grass Girl Roommate Gould Ohio King Sea Shark Gold Bell Onio King Laura K Henry Schroeder Olga- Lighter Wehodale Sneer Mallory Mayor Johnson Curate Rankin Laygon Steter Lilian Tete Noir Marcos Ria Quarret Doe Skin Plautus

Jamaica Racing Entries Show Mixed Odds Across Nine Races

The listing details stakes and entrants for Jamaica racing today with multiple races. Notable names include Red night, First Mason, Handzarrh, Sante Cata na, Minttz, and Monochord among others. Jockey Shaw suspended for handling Dreamer in the first race. Baltimore races postponed due to rain. Also a note on Spaulding's Athletic Library and Clover Creamery butter.

Shaw New York Qct William Shaw Jamaica Dreamer

Five Temporary Permits Revoked by Board Action

H M Woodward reports five holders of temporary permits failed to appear for board examinations. Commissioner West approved revoking their permits, and the police will arrest the delinquents. This follows the automobile board notice to Commissioners regarding the examinations and action to enforce compliance.

Automobile Board H. M. Woodward Mr. Woodward West Police Department

Accidents at Hunt Meet and Disqualification at Galloway Scurry

At Morris Park New York Oct 25 crowds small as three favorites win. Balford leads Upland Steeplechase after large backing, while Tramotor is disqualified from second in Galloway Scurry for exceeding height limits. Jockeys B Kelly and G Brooks injured. final day set for next Saturday with no times recorded.

New York Tinsted Hunts Racing Association Morris Park Chatland Balford James Blute B. Kelly G. Brooks Galloway Scurry Mr Carle Edna Tanner Pinkerton Orton Dobbie Mr Valentine Tramotor G Brooks Onteors Finnegan Olerdso H Helder Pacetti Hagamans Agent Felt Willie Price Lynch Owatesm TT Wilson Tiger Lily Mr Fitzgerald Rosebank T Wilson Eric G. Roberts Crusader Fitzgerald Cariboo Gypafe Buck O'Dana Lipton Mc Matrin Captain Hayes Mr Orem Rumshaw Mr 7Ginsen

Dinner to Mike Donlin in New York draws many celebs

About 160 of Mike Donlin downtown friends hosted a dinner at Kaul's Park Place. A silk umbrella with a gold handle was given as a gift. Joe Humphreys also gave Terry McGovern an umbrella. The event drew most of the New York National baseball team, with politicans like Congressman Sullivan and alderman, and many actor friends attended. Joseph Dail managed the affair.

Congressman Sullivan New York Washington Post Mike Donlin Kaul’s Park Place Joe Hmphreys Terry McGovern Humphreys New York National Baseball Team Donlin Charles Thomas Sullivans Onlin Joseph Dail

Hanson Likely to Remain Brooklyn Manager for Next Season

Edward Hanson, Brooklyn team manager, denies immediate move to St. Louis to manage the Cardinals. He says a conference with club president Charles Ebbetts is planned and he will wait for Ebbetts’s return before confirming his future. The report of his departure is premature, and he is likely to stay with Brooklyn next season.

Brooklyn Washington Post New York T Wouls Cardinals Edward Hanson Brooklyns Mr. Hanlon Charles H. Ebbetts Mr. Ebbetts St. Louis

Pimlico Entries Show High Class For Open Meeting

Entries for Pimlico races announce Walden Potomac Chesapeake handicaps each worth 1000 dollars. Notables include Oiseau Waterlight Claude Tongorder Spring Preen Right Royal and Ben Crockett in Green Spring and Elkridge stakes with many top jumpers listed.

Wealington Baltimore Hnrries Pimlico Walden Potomac Chesapeake James P. Brady Ster Ung Oiseau Crack Waterlight Claude Tongorder Goughacre Stables Spring Preen John Duffy M. L. Hayman Right Royal Ben Crockett Elkridge Benning Waterlight Olgenu Finders Barverfoot Mirthiess Follow On Mamle H Lord Radnor War Part Volantine Zodak Billy Ray Butter Ladle Captain Hayes Ivan Dick Roberts Woolgatherer Jen Crockett Yama Christy Palm Room Judge O'Gin Sherif Royelle Cherry Fighter Micau Prodigal Son Sea Battle Commonwealth Dupont

Baseball Notes Highlight Colorful Offseason Rumors

Catcher Billy Sullivan of the White Sox marries Molly O Sullivan. Ban Johnson and Gal Pulliam discuss a major league merger, while Reds eye training in Mexico or California. Mathewson weighing stage offer, McAllister returns to Michigan program, and Philadelphia honors the Athletics. Joe Kelley contract news, Tebeau chases Southern League president, and Dygert's post season pay noted. Cross country run by Penn suspended for cost concerns. Hood’s Sarsaparilla ad closes.

Billy Sullivan White Sox Molly O’sullivan Pop Arson Ban Johnson Gal Pulliam Cincinnati Reds Mexico California Christy Mathewson Lew McAllister Detroit University of Michigan Philadelphia Athletics John T. Brush Frank Delehanty Birmingham New York Americans Garry Herrmann Orval Joe Neaton San Francisco Rockies Joe Kelley Connie Mack George Tebeau Louisville Kavanaugh Tebeau Jimmy Dygert Washington

Whist Club Orens Season Opens At Washington Club

The Washington Whist and Chess Club hosts the open-to-all compass game signaling the start of the winter whist season. Old regulars are in town and plans grow for early tournaments while the club seeks to extend membership. Saturday scores show Belt and Greer at plus 8% and Nye and Polk at plus 7% among others, with several pairs posting plus or minus figures.

Washington Whist and Chess Club Belt Greer Nye and Polk Finn Plun Smith and McCormmick Plas Davin Diuw Huntington-fimmerman Seae Turner Pies Bryan Lockwo Parker Whipple Young Eter Iainus Ivokey Hinb Ni

Georgetown Seniors Win Annual Fall Regatta on Potomac in Rain

Georgetown seniors won the annual fall regatta over four classes on the Potomac in a hard rain. The All-College eight defeated the Law Department crew by four lengths after a grueling half-mile stretch, clocking 6 minutes 40 seconds for the race.

Georgetown University Georgetown Law Department Potomac Best Club Aqueduct Bridge Dempsey Potomac Embryo Law Virginia Disciples of Blackstone College Ight Potomac Heat Club All-law—Grager A. Lusk Foy Monahan Seftz Wale Rice McGowan Malen Catswain Afl-coltegs Degier Mertin Fitzgerald O'Gorman Grean Roach McCarthy C. Coppinger Geneste Coronaia A Lusk Douglas Moran G. Mudd Edmonaton Crumney Degnon Dowd Wilson Coxswein O’ Gorman Lynch la Plank Jeffs Heller Pitzpatrick Montgomery de Quigne Coxswalo

Bout for McGovern as winner eyeing Terrible Terry

Baltimore Oct. report on a five end fifteen round contest between Corbett Tipman and Joe Tipman set for Friday at Eureka Athletic Club. Promoter Al Herford plans big purses to lure Terry McGovern if the winner earns a later fight. Tipman’s early notoriety came from knocking Terry down at Holiday Street theater.

Corbett-Tipman Mill Terry Specal Washington Post Baltimore al. Herford Corbett-Joe Tipman Eureka Athletic and Roctal Herford Terry McGovern Corbett Denver

Elevated Station Burns in Chicago Fire

The new South Side Elevated Railroad station at Indiana Avenue and Fortieth Street was destroyed by fire. Power was cut for over half an hour to allow firemen to fight the flames safely. Several trains stalled between stations and residents nearby fled to the streets in panic. The blaze is believed caused by electrical equipment derangement.

Stallon Chicago South Side Elevated Railroad Indiana Avenue Fortieth Street

Wedding Unites Mai Greenwell and Robert Downham in Alexandria

A quiet 7 pm ceremony at the Greenwell home joined Miss Mai Reging Greenwell and Mr. Robert Forsyth Downham with Rev. Henry J. Cutler officiating. Attendants included Miss Lettie Greenwell and Councilman Julian Y. Williams. The couple, both noted in local circles, plan a Northward honeymoon and will reside at the bride’s father’s home after November.

Washington Post Bureau Ming Street Alexandria William Henry Greenwell Prince Alfred Streety Mai Reging Greenwell Robert Forsyth Downham Henry J. Cutler St. Mary's Catholic Church Lillian Callahan Mendelssohn Lettie Greenwell Julian Y. Williams la France

Will Bequests In Probate For Ella Griffin And John Smith

Probate filings reveal Ella M. Griffin provides 2000 to Dr. Howard H. Hawshurat and 1000 to Myron M. Parker for nineteen years of estate management. Bequests to nephews nieces and two named executors accompany significant residuary gifts and real estate trusts. John W. Smith’s 1905 will includes 1000 to brother Thomas L. Smith and real estate to descend to his children, with Pueblo and Chicago properties entrusted to relatives and trust arrangements for Mrs. Ripley’s offspring.

Episcopal Hue, War, and Ella M. Griffin Howard H. Hawshurat Myron M. Parker Louis Beyer Jjr John W. Smith Thomas L. Smith Dodgevile Iowa Pueblo Colo Nelie Thompson Diana W. Smith L. V. Ripley Frank N. Ripley Testator Chicago

Nerves and Bodily Functions Describe Health Fates

Fragmentary OCR notes discuss nerves governing heart lungs brain and digestion. The garbled text mentions digestion, nerves controlling organs, and a final line about healing, without clear events or dates.

Bluebeard Sunday School Teacher Given Life Sentence

Des Moines report confirms Blyden Berg of Iowa known as Bluebeard must serve life for murdering his third wife. Supreme Court upholds conviction and life term. earlier trial found arsenic in Sunday dinner as the cause while the family attended church.

Des Moines Iowa Aga Ah Brydenbong

Sure Signs Of Bad Blood In S S S Cure

An old newspaper ad extols blood purification claiming that deep sores and ulcers may degenerate into cancer if the blood remains poisoned. It promotes S.S.S. as a pure vegetable tonic that cleanses the bloodstream, heals sores, and strengthens health, with patient testimonials and an Atlanta headquarters.

S.S.S Swift Specific Company Atlanta, GA

Proposed Washington speedway for automobiles

Washington Automobile Club members discuss setting aside about twelve miles of suburban roads for exclusive automobile use. Commissioner West shows interest but notes government ownership and the need for Congress to pass a special law. Plan outlines a route from Massachusetts Avenue to Takoma via Rock Creek Park and Rhode Island Avenue, with roads needing widening and macadamizing before high speed use could occur.

Washington Automobile Club West Congress Massachusetts Avenue American University Rhode Island Avenue Hne

Jennings loses suit against Philadelphia Baltimore and Washington RR

Justice Barnard in Circuit Court No 7 presided as jury returned a verdict for the defendant in the $10,000 personal injury suit by A Guion Jennings. He claimed injuries from jumping from a locomotive of the Southern Railway on Oct 26 1904 at Twelfth street and Maryland avenue SW. Jury found it was negligence by the plaintiff to jump. the railroad not liable. EP Hilton Jackson for Jennings. F D McKenne and J Flannery for the railroad.

Justice Barnard A. Guion Jennings Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington Railroad Company Jennies Southern Railway Company Twelfth Street Maryland Avenue Southwest Southern EP Hilton Jackson

Bit by Train Narrowly Escapes Death in Maryland

James Thompson aged 42 of Keyser West Virginia was struck by an express train near College Station Maryland on the Baltimore and Ohio line. He was hurled a short distance but survived with only cuts and bruises, admitted to Casualty Hospital for treatment.

James Thompson Keyser W. Va Expres Baltimore and Ohio College Station Thompson

Baker Hilt at Wes Post Fort Myer Bread Baker Alive

Private Louis Hilt of the Thirteenth Cavalry at Fort Myer continues to bake bread despite a threatening letter signed The Dead Man's Brother after a Georgetown murder. Neighbors feared attacks, but Hilt remains safe, seeking transfer to another command for the remainder of his enlistment.

Fort Myer Louis Wilt Thirteenth Cavalry Hilt Memy & Everett Georgetown Vere

Diamond Medal Stolen and Recovered by Grace

Mrs Grace reports property recovered after a servant, Mrs Catherine Mistach aged 24, is arrested by Detectives Hartigan and Baur on grand larceny charges. Mistach employed as a servant at 1827 H Street NW allegedly stole a diamond set medal valued at $100 from Mrs Lucinda A Grace. The detectives restored the item to Mrs Grace and Mistach was sent to the House of Detention to await Police Court this morning. Also noted is the Ceased publication of the Venezuelan semi official paper and its circulation status in the United States and Porto Rico.

Grace Catherine Mistach Hartigan and Baur Central Office Mra Lucinda A Grace H Street P Northwest Mra Mistach Ei Consucuconal United States Porto Rico

Liquozone Promises Cure All Germ Diseases and Tonics

A sweeping Liquozone propaganda piece touts massive cures from germ diseases through a gas based tonic. It claims millions used it and offers the first bottle free with a long promise of further discounts, highlighting dysentery fever hay fever and various ailments as responsive to the product.

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