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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1909
Page
17
A puzzling finish in a tense local contest left observers buzzing as Beauconp Coonew emerged amid unclear results. Officials say further review is pending while communities await official tally and clarification of key participants and venues.
New York racing thrills as Miss Kearney leads to mid stretch, then Beaucoup and Wonderat surge. Dreamer challenges Angelus in another tight finish, with Prisic Gal fading late in a crowded nine race card at Gravesend.
A garbled OCR page lists numerous scattered names, numbers, places, and stray phrases. It resembles a catalog or race or event ledger with entries such as Toronto and Eldorado, various personal names, amounts, and codes, all jumbled and hard to interpret.
The 7 year old filly Whitney's Diana Kent placed second in a compact field at The Lancaster Nursery handicap for 2 year olds over a distance of a fur. Other notable entries include Lonawand Flying Seal winning the handicap and Keene's San Bap among nine starters with Whitneys Owarrantg also in the mix.
Syracuse racing report notes The Hel win after leading heat in the 2:12 pace. Cana dian stallion The Hel edged Ope de Oro amid a chaotic finish as Bromson misbehaved, driver hurled to ground, Metra J. then dominates with three straight heats. Winners and placements include Elle Ambulator, Catena, and other pacing heats across the Grand Circuit meeting.
Montreal results review features multiple races with oddities in naming and times. Notable finishes include Local Boy and Most of Sullivan in sprint events, and a two mile route where Dr Koch and Atchinoay were listed with odds. Final times ranged around two minutes for the middle distance, with several horses and riders named in a hectic result slate.
A crowded race card shows entries for Gurveaend and a long list of contenders led by Apoul and Tuikags Seioumr with weights up to 138. The Junior Championship handicap features 2 year olds and up with notable runners including Cranke, Cebit, and Brookwood Cornlecbane. Other notable races include Culver and Pocomaka handicaps with multiple entrants and varying weights, reflecting a robust program.
Harry Stone of New York and "Kit" Sultan of Washington fought fifteen hard rounds at Eureka Athletic Club. The bout featured Stone’s left jab and several nose cuts, with Sultan proving too clever but unable to secure a win.
A large group of bookies and associates linked to the Metropolitan Turf Association were arrested at Gravesend racecourse. Detectives say the ring operated openly, handling betting and employment schemes in violation of state law. Authorities promise further arrests as the crackdown continues.
Virginia reports a dispute over poll lists and eligibility as the Prohibition issue dominates. The Antinatoon League denies claims of circulation and the state legislature faces pressure to pass a statewide prohibition law after the November election.
George Goodacre drives Finch to a strong pace earning third money as Mannella surprises by beating Roberts in the first heat of the trot. John Mullen’s How About You wins his third race at the meeting amid fast times and a large crowd of about 6000 at Prospect Park. Reed, a wagoner from Ansonia, slips but remains unhurt while Gare is distanced.
United States Senator John W. Daniel assessed Virginia politics as not alarming the nation, praising the state's economic and social progress. James Stemp, Republican chair, criticized Governor Hodges Mann and signaled a broad Republican speaker tour to boost the campaign, with Mann slated to speak in Culpeper to open the Democratic campaign.
A missionary institute under Maryland central committees was held at Rockville Baptist Church with twenty five churches represented. Speakers included Miss Edith Campbell Crane and Rev W J H Bayler of Baltimore, Mrs Charles Reutlinger, Mrs T Richard Falvey of Hookville, and Joshua Levering in Rockville. Also reported is a trial in Rockville on Barach Magruder for assault with intent to kill Richard M. Pyles. Coverstone laying at Clarkburg Northern Methodist Church drew hundreds. Church officers participated with Rev C B Yost and Sumwalt giving addresses.
Special to The Waubinstop Post Martinsburg West Virginia Sept 17 Rev Dr HL Deval a prominent United Brethren minister and state legislator from Wood County was robbed and seriously injured while en route to Parkersburg Two men said to be brothers named Smith of Wood County assaulted him with clubs dislocating his left shoulder and causing internal injuries Warrants for attempted murder were issued It was alleged a feud between the minister's and assailants families sparked the attack.
A national campaign aims to secure an auto highway route linking Sattahury and Roanoke. Advocates push for federal backing and coordinated planning to ease cross country travel and strengthen commerce.
Charles Hoover Feaga, 60, died in Lumberland, Maryland, after a long career with the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad in Washington, D.C., for over 40 years as a manuscript clerk. He served in the Union Army and is survived by his wife and one son, William J. Feaga. He was a former Maryland House member and private secretary to Senator Welington.
The obituary notes the passing of a prominent settler associated with Funkstown and Cheweyilles, detailing his long residence, wealth, and contributions. It honors the late minister J. Kolme, a retired clergyman, and references church connections and local life in the region.
A boxing match between Hale and Stowe in Richmond ended in a draw after a 7 to 0 scoring error narrative, with limited attendance of 23 men. The bout featured exchanges in the later rounds and strong punches to the body, while Stowe and Hale delivered notable efforts though neither secured a decision.
A cryptic OCR fragment notes a meeting among bowlers or clubs with names Diateldt Landes Hela and mentions a request or appointment for next Tuesday. The text is fragmentary and unclear, preserving limited proper nouns and vague scheduling cues.
Augusta club directors met amid a heated controversy involving player release payments and loyalty to base rules. Details show Augusta favored in a dispute with Chattanooga over a key player, with $80 cited as a release fee and potential impact on a pending series outcome.
A fragmented OCR note references Pittepurs and names Twe MoGguE Klaus appearing before the Wattonal Athletic Club. Additional readable bits are limited, but the item indicates a venue event or meeting at the athletic club with involved individuals.
A scrambled report from Southampton County outlines a Democratic executive committee meeting with names such as Jett and Fletcher, mentions of local figures, and scattered notes about a Confederate monument event. The text lists multiple places and dates in a garbled format, reflecting a damaged OCR page.
A large crowd attended the third day of the Fairmont fair and races led by a free-for-all pace. Prof. Henry Payne, once dismissed from West Virginia University, plans to appeal his firing. Belcher was slated for execution today but received a temporary delay after appeals from Governor Glascock. Tobacco counties named include Putnam, Cabell, Lincoln, and Wayne as major growers amid levies. Apple crops in the eastern panhandle show 4 to 8 percent, while other regions expect about 22 percent decline due to wet weather and paw paw damage.
A romance begun in a telephone exchange leads to marriage in Lewistown Pennsylvania. Miss Lona Laut, chief operator at Warneeberea exchange, wed John of Rip Pennaburg, a Bell Company employee. The ceremony was held privately until today with Dr. A. G. Fraser of Milledgeville City present.
Saree Pathan and Katherine Asim Pitta wed last evening at the residence of Park in Sing Willa county. The ceremony took place in the presence of local residents and a few county officials, marking a notable union in the area.
Captain Isaac White of Salisbury has been endorsed for supervisor by Maryland Republicans on the Eastern Shore. Former Democrat and party changer notes show White's past allegiance and current support from Republican figures William Jackson and John Henna.
Jurors and Judge Newman Gatlins addressed alleged improper conduct as Ramsey sought a new trial. Norton and Garren testified that Ramsey did not make the accused remarks, while others claimed Ramsey made certain statements to the jury before deliberations.
A local reunion of residents from the Cimparlang valley took place at J. M. Cano in Peewstey County. The event drew attendees from the regional community and highlighted pastimes and shared memories.
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