Mysterious finish as teams battle in final stretch
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Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1909
Page
47
Many Horses Compete in Gravenend Races Finish Warmly
New York racing scene reports a dramatic Gravenend program with three starters in a memorable finish. Miss Kearney led early before Beaucoup surged to win by a head at the sixteenth pole, Woodcraft second, Miss Kearney fading late. Dreamer dominated the handicap for 1 year olds, Angelus narrowly edged by Prisics Gal in a grueling late drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
New York
Fiptoe
J. L. Madden
Miss Keitney
Xet
Paca
C. Hidreth
Woodcraft
Whig
Creavy
Montpelier
Beancoup
Wurpa
Dugan
Misa Kearney
Beaucoup
Creevy
Miss Kearney
Dreamer
France
Angelus
Grand
Prios
Thasy
Louies S
Lighthouse
Wah Co
Butweid
Wan. Dlackford
Dr. HoWbarx
Butler
Tho
HE eUgm
kZh Pewn
Aunt Ote
Watt Molsmagtor
Cheatertrack van
Sty Felane
Be Varatelle
Aren
Tan Paena
Intriote
Calaah
Wilack
Reoelie
Hemicoup
Mies Kaeray
Garner
Mindy
Gree Bridge
Belleview
Pargoouely
Rekha
Amronst
Solladoy Riesaaa
Fragmented OCR list with scattered facts and numbers
A garbled OCR list shows many names numbers and items with unclear context. It includes names such as Lizzie Fiat Sally Cantle Sir Weoeter and places like Toronto and Eldorado along with odd numbers and prices. The text appears to be a damaged local listings segment with no clear narrative or single event.
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Werearo
Lizzie Fiat
Sally Cantle
Clack Leader
Sir Weoeter
Fhistiedals
Sell Vigg
Leite Wud E Furloos Golenal
Pile Ely
the Marl
Guanes
Oberon
Pecomoks
Arronowit
Gechi Eldorado
Mit
Hing
Rtngw
Toronto
Whitney's Filly Third At Manchester Handicap Result
Whitney's filly Whitney's Diana Kent finished third in the Lancaster Nursery handicap for 2 year olds at Manchester. Lonawand Flying Seal won the 500 pound purse with Owvarntgt third among nine starters. San Bap, King and other named horses also ran without placing.
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Manchester
Hagland
Aietance
Mint Master
Xela
HP. Whitney
Diana Kent
Lancaster Nurnery
Lonawand Flying Seal
War
The Eel Wins After 3:08 Trot Collapse and Driver Injury
Syracuse September 17 Grand Circuit events led with a free for all pace as Cana dian stallion The Hel raced to victory after a dramatic first heat. Bromson driven by Henry L. Titer of Readville ran loose injuring his driver before being stopped. Metra J. then swept the next three heats to win the race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syracuse
Ope de Oro
Bromson
Henry L. Titer
Readville
Maes
Walter Cox
Metra J
Elle Ambulator
Catena
Peasan
Yank
Prey
Lady of
Boor
D. A. Ausabells
Sehurmerhorn Hegearuary
Chimas
Hnevile Saxby
Eaikounk
Salark
Peat
Gerips Pheares
Montreal race results and midcard notes from the event
The report covers multiple races with odds and finishers. It lists horses such as Local Boy, Acolta, and Dr Koch, with times around 2:00 for mile events and longer, noting riders and arrangements across the card. The text names trainers, jockeys, and several placings while referencing the venue and date context.
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Gevartebie
Pirea Puritan
Wise
Ayia
Acolta
Furiougs
Larcetia
Wilson
York
Tor Chiver
Ose Cook
Sullithru
Wen
Emaelie Basinnee
Biren
Wecuad
Tima
Saerts
Onementels
Alice Georges
Kennedy
Bure
O’ Goward
Tite Tk Beta
Patrick
Sally Sensing
Whinkbroom
Lasalle
Daniel Betwik
Sércomde Alan Ran
Calle
Wala
Dr. Koch
Atchinoay
Ff Athen Annewe Jemley
Quagga
Mwe
Vaneo
Racing Entries Show Crowds For Busy May Meeting
The racing entries list a long lineup including Gurveaend Mac Hombcreat and Dr Praide Briege with many handicaps noted. The Junior Champion handicap features 2sarcotan and others, while numerous horses such as Morri a nd Teeee Channel and Dull Care appear in mixed events with stakes around 10s to 20s.
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J Apoul
Tuikags Seioumr
Mac ‘Hombcreat
Praide Briege
Abdeblat
Amelia
Cebit
Brookwood Cornlecbane
Gratin
Morria
Teeee Cannel
Mecca
Allagaabel & Terfonge
Virestope
Stone and Sultan Fight Fifteen Rounds to Draw in Washington
Harry Stone of New York and "Kia" Sultan of Washington battled fifteen rounds to a draw at Eureka athletic club in Baltimore. Stone relied on a left hand jab, opening Sultan's nose, while Sultan pressed forward, but Stone outboxed him in most rounds.
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Washington Post
Baltimore
Harry Stone
New York
Kia” Sultan
Washington
Eureka
Suliven
Saverti
Bullivan
Stone
Nvan
16 Bookies Arrested at Gravesend Track
Police seized a large group linked to the Metropolitan Turf Association after undercover operatives raided Gravesend. Detectives report bookmaking rings openly operated, with twenty five plainclothes officers sent to gather evidence. An assistant district attorney said more arrests would follow as law enforcement pursues compliance at all race tracks.
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Srreste
Amd
Poll Lists Attacked in Virginia Prohibition Debate
A chaotic report from Virginia outlines a heated campaign as registrars challenge eligibility and petitions circulate. The state wide push for prohibition faces political moves, with leaders denying false claims and urging legislative action.
Mannelea Wins One Heat at Prospect Park Fall Meeting
George Goodacre drives Finch to a great race securing third prize as Mannella shocks by beating rival Roberts in the opening heat. John Mullen’s How About You wins a third straight race amid a field of top runners at the Prospect Park fall meeting in Baltimore. About 6000 spectators attended. An accident disrupted the schedule when Reed’s horse slipped but riders were unhurt. Prize list includes $40 private and a 2:71 pane derived from the day’s performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Goodacre
Flinch
Men About You
Prowiel
Wsi Post
Baltimore
Prospect Park
Mars
Washington
Mannella
Fthan Roberts
Mike Murphy
Roberts
Finch
John Mullen
Reed
Delvoy
Ansonia
Hiv
Gare
Daniel Predicts Victory in Virginia GOP Push
United States Senator John W. Daniel said Virginia does not face a serious Republican threat and the state is advancing economically and socially. Republican leader C Baxcomb Stemp criticized Judge Willem Hodges Mann for Bristol speaking plans as Democrats brace for November. Mann to open the campaign in Culpeper next Monday with a speech reacting to Capt. Kent’s recent charges.
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Washington Post
Richmond
United States
John W. Daniel
Virginia
Daniel
C. Baxcomb Stemp
Republican Gite Committee
Willem Hodges Mann
Bristol
Stemp
Bristol Moor
Slemy
Bey
Culpeper
Judge Mann
Capt. Kent
Missionary gathering and church events in Montgomery County
The report covers a Maryland central committee missionary institute at Rockville Baptist Church with twenty five churches represented and speakers from Baltimore and Hookville. It notes Joshua Levering addressing Rockville on lay missionary work, a shooting incident involving Barach Magruder in Rockville, cornerstone laying for the new Northern Methodist Church at Clarkburg with multiple church officers and clergy participating, and remarks by Rev. J. F. Bumwalt and Rev. C. B. Yost plus a Washington guest speaker.
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Maryland
Women's Home and
Western District
Rockville Baptist Church
Edith Campbell Crane
Baltimore
Women's Misionary Union
Charis J. Crane
Mra
Charles Reutlinger
W. JH. Bayler
Northern Methodist Church
Clarksburg
Buidt
To Church
James Henning Purduma
John 3. Buxton
James F. Purdue
Charles T. Day
Ednes Vv. King
John Ashts
Jemez B. King
Jemez B. King, With the Her. J. F. Bumwalt
Washington Gletch
C. B. Yost
Mr. Sumwalt
Washington
Pastor Weyaid Beaten After Feud Suspects Nome Smiths
Special to The Waubinstop Post Martinsburg W Va Sept 17 Rev Dr HL Deval a noted United Brethren minister and state legislator from Wood County was rode on the road to Parkersburg Wednesday evening. Two men named Smith of Wood County reputed brothers held him up with clubs and cockades and beat him. His left shoulder dislocated and internal injuries reported warrants charging attempted murder. The motive said to be a feud between families of the minister and his attackers.
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Waubinstop
Martinsburg
W.a
HL Deval
Wood County
Parkersburg
Smith
ANOTHER GOOD ROADS BODY Plane Diacuseed for Securing National Auto Highway
A government plan aims to secure a national auto highway extending from Sattahury to Roanoke. Officials discuss route viability and funding strategies while outlining anticipated economic and regional impacts.
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Sattahury
Roanoke
Charles Hoover Feaga Dead in Maryland at 60
Special to The Washington Post from Lumberland Maryland on September 7 reports Charles Hoover Feaga a longtime railroad office worker here for over forty years. A Union veteran, he previously worked as a printer in Carre county Maryland. Survived by his wife and one son William J Feaga.
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Washinton
Lumberland
Cherles ‘Hoover Feass
Ralti Jmore
Thig City
Ga 2
Carrefi County
Tle
Willam J. Feaxa
Maryland House of Delegates
Wellngton
Maryland Obituary for Early Colorado Settler Clergyman
Obituary records the death of a prominent figure from Funkstown and Cheweyilles area, described as a pioneer settler of Colorado. It notes his retirement from parish work and references his role within the church and community service, highlighting his long life and contributions.
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TieJohn Razimond
Cheweyilles
Iily
Funkstown
Colsrad
J. Kolme
Clargyman
Perches O bit Fight Ends In Draw In Richmond
Spectator account of a boxing match in Richmond Virginia on September 27 shows a 7 to 0 start by the winner, Hale for Richmond, but a late push by Bevorst and Stone keeps momentum. The bout ends in a draw after a series of exchanges and judges’ notes describe Stowe shading the exchange though not enough for a win.
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Brooke
Bevorst
Hage Cose
Pattie Royal
Hoth Pita Solpadr
Grater ‘Stowe
Bowlers Bold Meeting Announces Next Conference Date
In a terse note the meeting outlines a schedule for the next conference, naming participants and committees. The text lists a planned agenda and the process for appointing key subcommittees, aiming to finalize selections at a forthcoming session. Historical typographic quirks obscure some names but the core action is scheduling and appointments.
Augusta Club Faces Controversy Over Chattanooga Play
Augusta club officials met to settle a dispute with Chattanooga over a player release. The controversy centered on a release fee and agreements, with Augusta claiming the league rules favored Chattanooga. If Chattanooga wins tomorrow, the series ends. otherwise Augusta may seek further settlement.
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Chattanooga
Anguste
Elis South
Jantle League
Augusta
Pescell Lew
Pliner
Cligts
Pieter Helmoaid
Tony
Makenee Wummea
Chattancoge
Bee
Chattshoogs
Pittepurs. 28pt 1-Twe MoGguE-Klaus. Went .
An obscure note records a rendezvous or gesture connected to the Wattonal Athiatic Club with unclear context and fragmented phrasing. The snippet mentions Pittepurs and a 28pt size, suggesting a clipped newspaper clipping.
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Pittepurs
Democratic executive committee meeting near Courtland
A Southamton County Democratic executive committee gathered with about six to nine attendees to discuss party debts and plans. Mentioned were Jett and Fletcher among local figures. Governor Kitchin planned to attend a Confederate monument event, and nomination discussions occurred for local offices amid wartime memory.
Fairmont Fair and Races Highlight Third Day Crowd
Twenty five thousand persons attended the third day of the Fairmont fair and races where the free for all pace topped the program. Prof Henry Payne, recently dismissed from West Virginia University, plans to fight his dismissal. Belcher was to be hanged at the State penitentiary today. Gov Glasecock grants a day’s respite for Yarbie a new trial. Tobacco counties Cobane, Cabell, Lincoln, Wayne lead production profits. Apple crops vary by region with forecast 22 percent overall. paw paw harvest hurt by wet weather.
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Mar
Henry Mr. Payne
West Virginia University
Europe
B. B. Purinton
Columbia Belcher
State Penitentiary
Glasecock
Putnam
Ackeon
Rauhe
Cabell
Lincoln
Wayne
Corabea
Romance Begins in Telephony to Wed in Lewistown
Waynesboro September 17 a romance formed through a telephone exchange ends in marriage in Lewistown Pennsylvania. Miss Lona Laut chief operator at Warneeberea exchange wed John Rippenaburg of the Bell Company. The couple kept the wedding private until today with Dr. A G Fraser of Milledgeville City visiting at the home of her aunt.
Marriage of Saree Pathan and Katherine Asim Pitta
In Sing Willa county Brg. Katherine Asim Pitta and Saree Pathan wed last evening at the residence of Prk. The ceremony connected local families and county figures, with plans for future residence announced.
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Sing Willa
Katherine Asim Pitta
Prk
Capt Isaac White Endorsed for Eastern Shore Sup
Maryland political note reports Capt Isaac White of Salisbury has been endorsed for supervisor of the Eastern Shore by Republican leaders William Jackson and John Henna. White, formerly a Democrat and party loyalist in Wicopic o county, has shifted allegiance to the Republican side since 87 when he supported William Jackson for the state senate.
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Issac White
Salisbury
William PJ Jackson
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Yalleya
John B. Henna
Joan
White
Bia
Wicopiico County
Wiliam
H. ‘Jackson
Bute Smyte
Cape ‘White
Republican
Improper Jury Remarks During Trial Ends Proceedings
Jurors testified to improper remarks attributed to Ramsey and a motion for a new trial. Judge Newman Gatlin ruled Ramsey did not use the alleged language. Norton and Garren testified to statements suggesting a confession or truth about the jurors. The trial was adjourned as Haw Norton and Garren described the day’s events.
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Xe. S. Bast
Shiren
Mares
Dinkreoa
Tudge Newman Gatlins
Ramsey
Aeua
HL Norton
Sgro
J. I. Garren
Ramsey Trad
Ceraly Recarka
Jory Betirn Ge Cou
Romney
Reunion of the Peliewe clan in Cimparlang valley held near J.M. Cano
A reunion of the Peliewe family from the Cimparlang valley convened at J.M. Cano in Westfred County. Attendees gathered at a local youth site for a weekend event with pastel displays and communal activities.
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Hid Peliewe
Cimparlang Valley
J. M. Cano
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