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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1907
Page
15
Half Sovereign wins an unruly race amid a faulty call by an official that alters the result. Bookiss De Mutd suffers a costly misstep as rivals pile on, leaving fans stunned by a three length victory across a field of diverse ages.
A dense report lists multiple horse race results with riders and horses including Dravesend, Chiat, Hillery, Ingham, Dugan, Nicol, Gangel, Shining Star, and others. It records placements across numerous heats and tracks, noting margins and earnings in a scattered summary of the day’s racing outcomes.
Reports from a metropolitan race track describe chaotic scenes from a mismanaged event. Jockeys, handlers, and stewards confronted wagering irregularities and alleged course misdirection, prompting investigations and public outcry.
Jockey Walter Miller agreed to ride for Thomas Williams and his California stable for the coming winter campaign at a total package of around 30 000 dollars with a guaranteed minimum half as earnings. Miller previously rode for Williams in California last season setting a record and plans to return next spring. The arrangement comes as Whitney stables report a setback with a two year old colt breaking down.
Spectators witness a dramatic day at the Kentucky Association meet as three noses vie for lead in the third race, with Minox Hazel Patch and Hartion among contenders. Mary Bhiting takes riding honors amid a crowded field, while Longfield and Melbournean claim minor placings in the six race card.
Four favorites were beaten as Royal Ever met Merry Finland won the third race in the Toronto meet. The event started at 10 a.m. with crowded stands as riders like McDaniels mounted Sunmarica and others contested the finish. The crowd logged betting odds and tense moments as outcomes unspooled with several horses showing strong runs, including Gratalline and Morry England in close pursuit.
Weather fair as Norfolk VA hosts a day of racing with riders and horses listed by name. Results show placements across multiple races including two year olds and older, with contestants such as Glendale, Heart of Heciuth, Broadway Gin, and Riley among those noted for finishes.
Numerous society notices describe weddings and travels in Washington and surrounding areas. Events include Alfred Johnson and Miss Iranc Glbann’s quiet ceremony at the Upworth M E Church Parsonage, and Elizabeth T Hennessy’s marriage to Martin A Gleeson at St Patrick's Church. Attendees and attendants named. couples plan honeymoons and homecomings at addresses in the capital and nearby towns.
The Newport Horticultural Society autumn exhibition opened Tuesday with summer residents winning most prizes in palms foliage and flowering plants. Mrs Goelet Mrs Astor Mee T O Richardson 7 D Auchincloss and E J Berwind were among top winners in various classes including gardenias carnations American Beauty roses and dahlias. Foliage plants from Mrs Perry Belmont’s greenhouse led in class, while Mrs Astor dominated palm and garden displays. Also covered are social notes on Paris purchases, Newport society, and forthcoming Chicago horse show patronage.
International cricket at Livingston disrupted by rain as Marylebones and an All New York side halted play. Capt Pritchard led the English attack with steady batting from Haskings Lance and Kortieng. further play delayed due to storm and resumption planned for today after adjournment.
Princes from Abergele visit with the Princess of Wales and Princess Mary. The Duke of Pife kxusust arrives from Mar Lodge with daughters Princesses Alesendra and Maud. A woman artist claims hats should not be bought for prettiness as hats not fitting the wearer can be pleasing while stunning hats may be unflattering. A footlight favorite endorses this idea and notes fashion trends.
The Duke de Chaulnes arrived in New York aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm I with two traveling bags. He was not on the Kronprinzessin Cecille which had departed Cherbourg earlier, and trunks were sent to public lighters. a broker was needed to retrieve them.
New York dispatch reports Miss Helen Scuiera daughter of Herbert G Scuiera, Minister to Panama, engaged to Joseph W Jenkins Lee, Minister to Guatemala. The bride is abroad with her parent. no wedding date set. Lee previously served as minister to Evadne, promoted to Guatemala. Georgia Scuiera, another daughter, was married January 2.
Senator Albert J Beveridge of Indiana and Mrs Beveridge left Cherbourg today aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse bound for New York. Beveridge reports good health as he undertakes travel to the United States for unspecified duties amid a tumultuous international scene.
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