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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1907
Page
41
Lawrence P Danley backed to 7 to 2 sends Makea All the Pace to win the Cash Stakes. Kaaly finishes two lengths behind in second with McCann's Chass among the top finishers.
Blue Book led a field of four rivals to win the Reapers Stakes mile and three with strong early pace. Faust and Selling Tom chased and closed, while Faust was under whip turning for home. Blue Book held to beat Faust and Selling Tom by four lengths as the field sprinted to the finish.
Montreal rider saarnsmann, backed by Davis Sombrero colt, secured the St Lawrence Stakes at Hine Bonnets amid a guest turnout. J Lee and Ferny Jacobs attended as guests. Lexington meeting prep noted as Kentucky trip looms for the team.
The article details Mackay's racing plans abroad including a British Derby and St Leger. It mentions bets, contenders like Kingston yearlings, and a busy racing scene at Sheepshead Bay with connections netting about $9000 as top rivals and public bettors faced losses. It also notes notable figures such as James B Brady placing large bets and the involvement of prominent owners, with mentions of Dash Stakes and other big races and prices.
Bay State marksmen won the interregimental match at nowhere New Jersey on September 3. The Sixth Massachusetts Regiment defeated United Bibles Infantry and Cavalry and three Marine Corps teams and railroad teams, on ranges of 20 600 and 100 yards. The Bay State team led by ten points as the regular infantrymen were defeated by four points.
Six men were blown to pieces while transporting bombs through the streets of Toyean the Den Russia. The accidents occurred as they shouldered the charges, causing fatal injuries and highlighting the dangers of the improvised loads amid wartime turmoil.
In a brisk sale a bay colt by Meddier named Won by Waiting was sold for 315900 to Mr Mackay. A filly by Meddier Corret ton sold to Wittener Puia for 8600. A colt by Meddier Stele a Light fetched 9090 for M Alles. Frederick Johnson purchased a Hamburs Trigger filly for 140.
A Washington firm identified as Fatis faces court action with a receiver appointed in a circuit case. The firm owes about 380 thousand dollars, plus a note of 496 thousand six hundred sixty six dollars secured by property and other assets in Washington. Appointment of the receiver is not expected to delay ongoing building work, as the company holds multiple contracts in West Virginia set to commence.
The last of the Sells brothers, famed circus owners, dies at 65 in Columbus Ohio from Bright's disease. He was part of a four brother troupe that merged with Adam Forepaugh's show in 28. The combined company was sold three years ago to James A. Batley and Ringling Brothers.
In the tristate team meet Misa Moyes of Toronto the Canadian champion lost to Miss Kinney of Cincinnati in a hard fought match. Multiple players from New York Cambridge and Toronto advanced or fell in the singles and doubles rounds as May Sutton and others made early appearances.
A Washington Post report outlines a trial where Lanza Carter is charged with receiving stolen money from Runyan who robbed Windsor Trust. The case centers on Carter’s inability to account for about 700 dollars given for household expenses and other expenditures, with cross examination probing her spending and memory amid hopes the case goes to a jury.
In a fragmentary courtroom transcript, Mrs Carter testifies about money dealings with Runyan, including an $8,080 sum and a $4.60 weekly payment inquiry. The exchange touches on trust, a Pittsburg millionaire possibility, and a ring given by Runyan. The judge and defense press for contract details as dates and full context remain unclear.
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