Robert A. Lowe Urges Honest Vote on Re election
The note asks readers to consider Robert A. Lowe's record in office and to vote for or against his re election based on a conscientious decision about his worthiness for higher office.
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Newspaper
Waterbury Evening Democrat
Location
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1908
Page
10
Growth of Caricature and Its Impetus in History
A discussion of caricature as a major criticism form notes its strong rise during the John Law era in France 1719 to 1730 and its spread to Britain, with Hogarth’s influence shaping political satire. It mentions nobles seeking shares, contracts flowing, and a famed hunchback's vast profits, illustrating caricature’s power in shaping public opinion and policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Law
France
Law
William Hogarth
London
Robert Walpole
Griffiths Likely to Lead Reds Next Season
The Sporting News reports strong speculation that Griffith will manage the Cincinnati Reds next season. Herrman notes it is early, but Grifith has backing from Ban Johnson and Noodles Hahn, with Hoblitzel set as first baseman and Ganzel possibly traded to Pittsburgh or Boston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Clark Grif
York Highlanders
O'Lough Tatn
Liu
Cincinnati Reda
Cincinnati Baseball Club
Garry Herrman
Gansel
Ganzel
Hoblitzel
Hobiltzel
Ganzel x
Herrman
Griffith
Reds
Grifith
Ban Johnson
Noodles Hahn
Hoblitsel
Cap” Gangel
Pittsburg
Boston
Holy Cross Faces Ragged Practice Ahead of Big Match
Holy Cross held a strenuous week of practice with ten players on the field. O’Donnell gave expert coaching on charging and speed, while line changes due to injuries disrupted play. New stands rise as Holy Cross prepares for Dartmouth with a 100 seat section reserved for visitors. polo results list Brockton and New Haven victors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wordenter
Holy Cross
John
High Schools
Cleo O'Don
Cone Larkin
O'Donnell
Larkin
Mahoney
D. Mahoney
Tobin
Jones
Scheidd
Burke
Joy
Lawler
French
Roche
Dartmouth
Ty Cobb Hurts Arm at State Fair
Georgia's Ty Cobb injured his throwing arm during a fall on a wet plank at the State Fair while visiting the Midway. He slipped while avoiding a mudhole, missed his spikes, and sought medical help as crowds watched.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alanta
Atlanta
Tyrus Cobb
Georgia
Cobb
Trade Talks and Baseball Rumors Across the Leagues
Kansas City seeks J G Kling to manage the franchise with a $26,000 stock offer while Tabeau’s $60,000 bid and a $75,000 counter remain unresolved. Pittsburg eyes Gardner for second base after Abbaticchio’s retirement threat. Haverhill deals stalled by secretary Farrell amid board protests. Philadelphia’s Colesky receives $60 from an admirer via Shettsline. Donovan may quit Detroit after tensions rise. Donahue joins Japan-bound tour with Fisher. Cobb and others also named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Severa
Kansas City
J. G. Kling
Chicago
George Tabeau
Kling
Tebeau
The Marathon Victor and Irish Yankee Triumphs
A dramatic account of an Irish American victory in a marathon race with references to Fermoy Cork and New York. The piece celebrates the Irish Yankee Johnny on the Spot, the rival runners, and the crowd’s cheers as $80 prize money is noted and civic notices about rent ads appear at the end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hayeses
Fermoy
Cork
New York
Hayes
Dorando
McFarland Murphy Bout Set for Polo Club Debut
Packey McFarland the Chicago lightweight who defeated Leach Crow will meet Tommy Murphy at the Polo Athletic club in Sulser's Casino within three weeks. Scheduling calls for 133 pounds at 3 oclock. McFarland trains in Stratford while Murphy camps in Newburgh New York. Jack Wouman to tackle Bert Keyes in a six round bout at the Manhattan Casino next Tuesday. Gardner and Clabby to headline at West Six Athletic Club in New Orleans with a fifteen round decision bout on November 7.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Packey McFarland
Chicago
Leach Crow
East Side
Fairmount A. C
Tommy Murphy
Polo Athletic Club
Sulser's
Murphy McFarland
Leach Crosa
Johnny Oliver
Murphy
Harry Gilmore
McFarland
Jim Buckley
Polo A. C
Marlborough
Stratford
Newburg
N. Y
Jack Vvouman
New York
Bert Keyes
Manhattan Casino
155Th Street
Eighth Avenue
Olympic A. C
Goodman
Joe Gans
Avonia
OW Vials
Vetsi
Jimy Gardner
George
New Orleans
Gardner
Jimmy Clabby
Wisconsin
Clabby
Fi-Aisa
Athletic Club Stag
Locust Jack Sets World Record in Half‑Mile Heat Race
Baltimore October 23 Locust Jack driven by James Farley wins a three‑heat free for all trot with a world record time of 2:09 for the final heat on a two‑lap course, amid a crowd that erupts as the record is official. Eph Cinders dazzles in the pacing event while Wilkes Heart falters at the start.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Jack
James Farley
New York
Wilkes
Farley
Locust Jack
Eph Cinders
Axwood
Chm
Davis
Axtater
Gil Mspy
Society
Cummings
the Monk
Bik G
Rathbun
Mary J
Bik m
Baker
Reddy
Mc Connell
Baron Rogers
Frank Barnes
Orar
Reynolds
Bll
Fin- Bord
Isaac
H. Erskiris
Linkwood May
Thomas
Sweeney
G G
Keller Thomas
Wilkes Heart
Stel
Zaza
Payne
Clas
Misa Peeler
Bom
Peeler
Merrifield
Waverly
Orlory
Wildwood
Wildwood, Bg
Kingswood
van Hoo- Con
Unclear horses and heats listed in old racing notice
Fragmented racing note lists horses and drivers such as Baron Whips, Eph Cinder, Admiral Schley, Jonie Mack, and Major Mallow with purses and times. Mentions fields and bids for multiple heats including Free For All and Rotting. Details are partially garbled with inconsistent formatting and names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baroh
Baron Whips
Field
Casino pool league opens with four teams led by Iron Men
The Scovus league began four team play at the Casino last night with top scores from Iron Men 460, Tigers 416, Hustlers 409, Finishers 398. Galway of Iron Men led with 158, Lucas of Tigers 141. In Naugatuck Waterbury match Lavalley topped Shea 75 to 58 with strong runs. Next tournament game at the Casino in Waterbury features Chester of Waterbury vs Hickey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scovus League
Iron Men
Tigers
Hustlers
Galway
Lucas
Travers
Bergin
Titus
Trepannier
Rustid
Howey
Victor
Herbert
Mahoney
Schwartz
Reed
Durkee
Kemp
Endores
Naugatuck
Vet
Barbiero
Shea
Lavalley
Waterbury
Peek
Chichester
Hickey
Pirates and a Helpful Crab Highlight Ocean Lore
A crab saves the bait by delivering fifteen and a half pounds of live fish to a basket, inspiring a tale of piracy’s romance. The piece recalls famous pirates like Kidd and Morgan and notes enduring fascination with buccaneers despite their violence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred Sommeriad
Devonshire Park Theater
Eastbourne
Edgar Bateman
Deaf man to regain hearing next week as claimed
An old lady reads a newspaper aloud declaring a poor man who was arrested yesterday is deaf and that he is expected to have his hearing restored next week. The listener questions the claim.
Ames' Pleasant Specific Half Price Sale Noted
An offer promotes Ames' Pleasant Specific at half price to aid liver trouble digestion and general malaise. The ad claims quick relief for indigestion constipation and biliousness and notes the sale is limited by demand from Dexter & Co at their Waterbury corner shop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George L. Dexter & Co
Popilar Druggists
Ames’ Pleasant
Peas & Go
Ames
Messrs
Dexter & Co
Dottie
Hast
Wertais
Waterbury
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National Association of Minor Leagues
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Haverhill Club
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iIt
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Baron
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New World
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Henry Morgan
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Geo L. Dexter
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Brewing
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