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Wilmette Life

Location

Wilmette, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jul 04, 1935

Page

5

Star Boat Race Continues at Belmont Harbor

Fifteen Star boats raced the B series second heat along a twelve mile triangular course under ideal conditions. Silver Spray led at the first mark and finished two minutes ahead of Gemini, the prior Jackson Park regatta winner. No race Sunday as crews joined a Peoria team event.

Star Silver Spray Gemini Jackson Park Peoria Sheridan Shore Belmont Harbor California Vermillion Ohio Pirie Bros San Francisco Tom Waage

Yachting Week Promises Major Lakes Region Race

Yachting week begins in late July with boats from the Great Lakes and Peoria set to compete. Sheridan Shore hosts the annual event with high expectations for a top lakes season. The Polo section highlights Lieutenant Smith noted for fearless riding and long shots while Lieut Greiner centers team play.

Great Lakes Peoria Sheridan Shore Smith Lieut. Greiner

Fort Sheridan to Host Sunday Polo Contests This Fall

Fort Sheridan begins Sunday polo games at 3 PM with Lieut. Col. Harry D. Chamberlin in charge. Regular Fort Sheridan players Maj. C. A. Wilkinson Lieut. Larry G. Smith and Lieut. E. C. Greiner form a 12 goal Middle West powerhouse while lower rated teams receive head starts.

Fort Sheridan North Shore Polo Glenview Leona Farm Cary North Shore Harry D. Chamberlin Col. Chamberlin U. S. Army Doc) Wilkinson Larry G. Smith E. C. Greiner Middle West Major Wilkinson

Fort Sheridan Stars Poised for Bright Season

Army stars from Fort Sheridan are slated to shine this season, signaling strong prospects for the unit. Analysts expect notable performances from key players and a competitive schedule ahead.

Fort Sheridan

Family Matriarch and Grace Roe Land Large Tarpon

Mr and Mrs E W K Roe and daughter Grace of Wilmette returned from St Petersburg Fla after the Tarpon fishing tournament. Grace landed a 6 ft 2 in tarpon weighing 110 pounds with help from her father, a feat likely to win the major prize for women.

E. W. K. Roe Grace Linden Avenue Wilmette St. Petersburg Fla

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