Throughout the late 19th century, the Brooklyn Daily Eagle reported on numerous significant events. In 1872, it highlighted discussions by the Centennial Commission, which proposed a competition for architects to create plans for a monumental project, although the report had not yet been adopted. In 1881, it announced the beginning of the Eastern Division horse racing season, attracting attention from both male and female racing fans. By 1901, concerns about counterfeiting emerged, with reports indicating that New York handled over 95% of counterfeit pennies circulating in the country, emphasizing its role as a central hub for counterfeit coin distribution.
The Centennial Commission, sitting at Philadelphia, yesterday considered the report of the Committee on Plans, suggesting the selection of sixteen architects to be paid $1,000 each.
The racing begins tomorrow in the Eastern Division, not counting Pimlico, with the Brighton Beach Racing Association and the American Jockey Club gearing up for competition.
Chief Wilkie of the secret service stated today that fully 95 percent of the spurious coppers in circulation are found in New York, a central clearinghouse for counterfeit pennies.
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