26 Aug 1908
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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1908
Page
1
Dismal weather froze crowds and affected betting as a raw wind swept the track. Mariner and Ponclana and other contenders battled through the cold with several upsets, including Fair Chance beating the favorite Lake in the final.
The Spokane Spokesman-Review notes Spokane’s recent slide while Butte’s power and road strength loom as a challenge. It recalls 1907’s Spokane-Butte classic and cites injuries and pitching form as pivotal in the Northwestern league race.
Nomination forms reveal a $4000 winner’s purse for the Butte Futurity, with entries from New York and local clubs. Details note weights, entry fees, and eligibility, while organizers push for timely declarations ahead of the August 1 deadline amid a packed summer schedule.
Chicago reports Ketchel demands 158 pounds for a Stan Ketchel versus Gilly Papke bout. Papke resists leaving his class as Papke and Ketchel clash on terms. Potential Burns rematch and other racing notes surface amid betting and trainer comments.
The report details backers betting on Ponciana to place and show, a near win if the saddle hadn’t slipped, and Lady Martiney finishing in the money. It notes Moss Back’s consistency, a rejected $80 bid, and odds on Peerless with riders and grooms racing. Speech from Al Goodwin and others highlights race-day chatter and last-minute pivots.
Readers are urged that kidney trouble affects women as well as men and can cause back pain headaches and fatigue. The article promotes Swamp Root as a remedy to restore kidney, liver, and bladder function and offers free samples from Dr. Wilmer & Co in Blagneton, N. Y. Respondents are asked to send a sample bottle request before a deadline.
A public notice announces an auction and rental terms at the municipal facility. It lists dates in August and September, a required payment per unit, and a warning about privileges and penalties. Notable names include HK, STOVER, and Hutto, Montana, with details on bid amounts and deadlines.
Fragmented report references Boston, Chicago, and New York teams with players Soares Palteries-Walet Siuhvat Carrigan and New York Newell in a game context. Many garbled terms and missing details obscure exact events, dates, and outcomes. The piece appears to summarize an American League matchup with uncertain lineup names.
A rain soaked contest ends 3 to 3 as Cleveland and Philadelphia battle to a draw. Key players from both teams include Batteries Baynee and Berais with notable plays by Sre Schreeir.
In a rugged NL clash, New York secured its third consecutive victory as Pillsburhs delivered a 5 to 4 decision over Pittsburgh. Chicago, facing defeat, dropped another tough game while St. Louis rode strong offense and solid pitching to beat Boston three times in four games. References to lineups and batter stats appear, with Umpire Klem noted in St. Louis action.
Melvin Sheppard of the Irish American Athletic Club is hailed as the world’s greatest runner by friends as he nears a potential half mile record. His 810 meters in 1 minute 82.48 seconds and other strides have stunned rivals, with experts predicting he could near or break the 1 1 3 half mile mark and tighten the gap against British speeds.
Franklin Field to gain temporary stands to seat about 6 000 for Army Navy game contract with Penn. Folding bleachers to be erected between track and sideline, removable after the game. Expenditure projected at 1000 dollars. Normal capacity about 29 008. total near 60 000 for the event.
In Denver the first game saw Derren G. Lincoln contribute as AL Plax Miy-Slows City and Ber Moline clashed in a tight contest. The second game at Denver ended with a 42 landmark for Lin Culm, highlighting the varied scoring thus far in the Western League.
Critics praise speck Harkness as a young pitcher on Trussall's star team. At 19, he combines exceptional speed with strong control and a teachable temperament. He stands six feet tall and weighs 190 pounds, seen as a future ace by experts.
The article lists a diverse set of city matchups including Milwaukee, Minneapolis, St Paul, and Columbus with a focus on a major saln in Butte's history at Tonkin's. It mentions prizes and stakes like $1 Bast Pay and highlights top attractions across venues.
Philadelphia and Cincinnati battled in an altered innings contest with Phigadelpats scoring four runs to Cincinnati’s two. Battery pair Corridon and Doolk split duties while Uspiro-Johnaione was noted for pitching.
Tacoma blanked Spokane as misplays by Spokane aided Tacoma in a Northwest League game. Key hitters included Batteries Carson and Shony Joneen, contributing to a steady offensive effort. Aberdeen noted as a scoring site with strong performances from small clubs in the circuit.
Fragmented OCR reads garbled notes on Pacific Coast League events and players. Mentions Dartland, Woon and Graney with scattered team names and dates, obscuring clear teams or outcomes.
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