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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1904
Page
2
Seattle managed weak batting as Hall outpitched Hughes in a 4 to 0 loss. Only one Seattle player reached third base while both teams had similar hit totals. The game featured early Seattle miscues and better late rally timing by Los Angeles.
The 19 year old Kid Krant, a Seattle Star back room product, has yet to lose and is set to meet Perry Queenan at Oregon City on April 15. Krant aims to move toward stars like Young Corbett and Jimmy Britt after more rounds with lesser opponents.
Dr. Ball, the veterinary who saved Waterboy after a Belmont injury in 1902, is dead. He set a fracture and kept Waterboy in alings for three months before turning him over to the trainer, said to be as near perfect as ever.
Eddie McBride of the Buffalo Enquirer reports Kid Fredericks may head west again in a few days. He has received a bid to fight Louis Long in Butte Montana, a protege of Billy Lavigne who beat Aurelia Herrera recently.
On paper Frank Gotoh is slated to wrestle Marrington in a match set for April 11. The bout blends styles with Harrington holding Cornish influence and potential third fall choice. Gotoh’s key advantage is greater weight.
James J. Jeffries prepares for a coast voyage to meet Jack Munroe in the heavy weight championship. The bout is set for late May and Jeffries plans eight weeks of solid work after a short rest. Munroe, who outpointed Tom Sharkey in Philadelphia, aims to seize the opportunity with a strong push to win. He will travel to the coast after his theater duties.
Franklin champion Andrew Dehomey known as Old Dee offers to fight R. T. Hoge of Black Diamond Charles Glenn of Ravensdale or Richard Harry of Roslyn for any number of rounds at any time for any money.
The winners of Thursday night’s bouts at Germania hall advance to the Athenian Club’s May tournament. San Francisco amateurs are expected to participate and matchmaker Lavigne is confident local fighters will hold their own. The event showcases top contenders from the recent close bouts.
Salt Lake City April 6 Frieco boxer battles Spider Welch of San Francisco at the Salt Palace. Nelson of Chicago lands a flurry that leaves Welch mostly finished in the sixth round as the referee calls a halt.
San Francisco reports Billy Woods of Los Angeles and Mike Shreck of Chicago fought a three round draw in Colima. The bout produced a steady rhythm from start to finish and was described as a good go.
Private Sherman of Fort Flagler clashed with a plucky woman in a Central restaurant and was pinioned until aid arrived. He drew shears and threatened violence but was overpowered and jailed briefly. drunkenness led to a $15 fine by the police judge.
A friend of the State University offers a $200 scholarship to the student who makes the best record in the chemistry department. The donor will not reveal his name and this marks the first time such a competitive scholarship has been offered at the university.
General Miles warns the world about a conflict that could affect more people than any prior war. He notes massive mobilization and military expansion as powers vie for influence in Asia, with China as the pivotal focus. The piece previews a forthcoming letter on China and the celestial empire.
Vancouver land office receipts reached 16764.71 for March. The Miccabees of Ballard present The Old Maid's Convention at Janetson hall with a social dance to follow. Republic's Mountain Lion mine uses Hendrys system for ore treatment. Over 97000 worth of ore shipped from Republic to Trail in March. Mrs Shuffia Geha of Tacoma returns from California with her 11 year old son abducted by the ex-husband. located in Aguza near Los Angeles. North Yakima fruit-growers plant 166000 trees in March. Cattle starving across Grant County Oregon due to feed shortages and heavy snows. Blue Mountain University students hold a reunion at La Grande, Oregon. future reunions annual.
The Department of Columbia awards the annual government printing contract to Lloyd DuBois at 38 cents per thousand impressions, worth several thousand dollars. Washougal Lodge No. 194 I O O F incorporates at Vancouver, preparing a new hall after one year.
Several University of Idaho students are competing for the Cecil Rhodes scholarship. The examination will be held at Moscow on April 14. Meanwhile, various local items include non-union labor strikes at Akaga Farmers Mutual Telephone Company in Marysville, Hoquiam Packing Company incorporation, a new cannery project costing 4100 dollars, and other regional developments.
A. Le Quinn reports a home invasion of illness by chronic constipation. After taking Dr King’s New Wife Pills, his condition improved dramatically and he is said to be cured. Pills are advertised at G. O. Guy Inc drug store on Second Avenue and Yesler.
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The Women’s Relief Club society held its annual meeting at the Washington hotel. Progress was reported on plans for a new home on West Queen Anne hill between Ninth and Tenth Avenues. Officers chosen for one year include President Mrs A M Jooks Vice President Mrs W K Hoone Financial Secretary Mrs William N Medfield Treasurer Mrs John Leary. Advisory board members named.
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