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Newspaper
Waterbury Evening Democrat
Location
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1908
Page
10
In Trion City Tennessee a trial opened for 38 of 127 Night Riders amid crowd demonstrations. The group allegedly imposed terror with public lashings and extreme dictates ordering wage, rent, and crop limits, while a captain was reportedly murdered. Governor intervened and indictments were filed.
Washington December 14 Roosevelt orders four rifles for his African trip. The top model is an AMO caliber present as the most powerful rifle for rhinoceri hippopotami elephants and crocodiles. Other rifles range from 425 to 400 caliber with 240 to 170 grain bullets.
Preparations are underway for a skating masquerade at Waterbury Casino 135 East Main Street on Wednesday December 16. Prizes will honor the fanciest costumes and instructors will assist novices. The event aims for a large Ansonia turnout with skating until 1 am and a prize contest at 1 1 pm. Two races next weeks promise fast competition as current champion Frank O’Brien limited title challenge.
New Orleans report from December describes Young Corbett and PHI Brock fighting ten rounds to a draw at the Southern Athletic Club. Ty Cobb served as umpire but was replaced for not knowing the rules. Herman Moss refereed. Corbett’s left jab controlled Brock at times while Brock’s speed kept Corbett from a clear win. Brock later said his left hand weakened in the ninth.
In the What Section league at the YMCA, Highlanders beat Cubs 24 to 15 with several players dominating scoring including Birch and Tyack. Columbias defeated Defenders 15 to 11 as Bruneau and McPartland led with two and one field goals respectively.
In New Britain on December 14 Sexton W. E. Chapman and his son W. H. Chapman were winding the South church clock when the supporting cable broke. About 1,600 pounds of weights fell fifty feet, crashing through the floor below.
Washington notes recall a 19th century baseball era as Justice Moody and Congressman-elect John Tener reunite at the Capitol. Moody, famed in the 1880s with Captain Anjou’s Chicago team, greets Tener in a long friendship dating back to Haverhill and shares memories of batting averages and pitching feats. Tener, destined to be a Pennsylvania representative, stands 6 feet 4 inches and is expected to be a prominent new House member.
Rumors say Frank Chance plans to leave organized baseball if he loses control of the Cubs as friction with Mr Murphy grows. The piece notes deals involving Angels, Detroit, and possible returns to the New York Americans, plus manager reshuffles and a potential fine for Hal Chase before spring.
The New Britain polo team beat the Bonevards at Minnw's Armory 3 to 2 to rise to second. In the third period they rallied after a 21-6 start against the Hannaites with goals from Jean He Kini and Holdernen. Gardner of Lew Haven fought with Duggan, prompting a referee intervention.
The article compares amateur James Crowley with professional Dorando Prete in a distance trial. Dorando’s seven and a half mile indoor race time was 44 minutes 20.2 seconds, aided by a fast banked track and cheering crowds. Crowley raced the Yonkers Marathon era and finished with a 4 9m 2 55 time after heavy shoes and mud, while Dorando’s effort ended with less speed despite longer distance. Dorando’s rivals and training differences are noted, with emphasis on Crowley’s sturdy finish.
The record lists a fragmented week of sports assignments and referee duties. Names include Mr Kilga and Mr Ostdeik with matches across Providence Brockton Fall River New Haven Bridgeport Pawtucket Worcester Worcester and related towns following a Monday start.
The New York state polo league has folded before week’s end due to lack of interest and patronage. It drew many Connecticut league alums and top local amateurs, with Henry Hellmann of Cohnes ordering players home as salaries were not substantial.
Floyd MacFarland of San Toro California and Moray of Boxton edged William Hutt of Germany and Johann Stor of Holland in a dramatic six day race at Madison Square Garden. The Pacific Atlantic team clinched victory with a final sprint after 10 pm, covering 2 747 miles and setting a new world record for the event.
Osborn, described as possibly the tallest man in intercollegiate basketball, is seven inches taller than six feet and could touch or deposit the ball on baskets without jumping. The piece notes calls for elevating courts and mentions Princeton’s administration. In tennis, F B Alexander and Walter Dalup won the Australasian doubles, with Alexander taking the singles title in Sydney on December 14.
A vintage advertisement promotes LAXATIN DAY BROMO Quinine tablets to cure a cold. It notes a money-back guarantee with a signature on each box and a price of 25 cents.
A retail notice highlights ten shopping days before Christmas featuring discounts on overcoats sweaters and bath robes. The ad promotes comfort items and suggests customers can stretch their money in the cash store.
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