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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1905
Page
2
A veteran writer notes Seattle fans cheer for improvement as the team, led by Rusty, rebuilds with young players. He argues patient faith and back East support shape a hopeful culture, while detailing how limited funds force frugal recruiting and irregular on-field cohesion.
The 20 round bout to decide the Pacific coast middleweight champion will be held in Tacoma on April 25 between Tommy Burne and Dave Barry. Barry seeks the title, citing recent contenders and past rings battles, while Burns’s management touts his own claim as champion after the bout.
Seattle automobile club appoints Memorial Day for a race meet at The Meadows after talks between J M E Atkinson of the Driving club and Fred Seymour of the Seattle Automobile club. The schedule is not fixed yet. cars will be classified by size and power. an obstacle race is planned. About 100 cars are in the city, with numbers expected to rise by month’s end.
Favorites and longshots produced decisive wins at Montgomery Park and Temmen see Oaks. Chantilly led early then won easily while Sin cerity Belle prevailed by a neck in a close finish. Jack Chesbro and Jimmy Whalen showcase pitching streaks for San Francisco with Chesbro 48 scoreless innings and Whalen 46.
The University of Oregon will not line up against Washington on Thanksgiving due to a contract to play Multnomah that date. Oregon manager Bob Evans seeks a big game, while Washington is left without a confirmed opponent. In Everett, Northwestern league President Lucas arrives with the season schedule for review by the local club. Sedro-Woolley plans a new amateur baseball team with Frank Newman in charge and graded grounds ready soon, uniforms white with green trimming.
A photograph shows Battling Nelson’s mascot traveling with the champion team led by owner John J. Taylor. Hobe Ferris is described as the Beancajaro second baseman, with a noted rivalry between him and Battling Nelson. The image was shot by the Newspapers Enterprise Association photographer outside the Lanier hotel in Macon where the champions trained.
The piece surveys Pacific Coast athletes in baseball and boxing, noting Melean Nelson Lynch and others as big men who might threaten Jim Jeffries. It discusses Marvin Hart’s bid to take on Jeffries, arguing such a match would be unwise and unlikely to threaten the champion.
A boastful ad claims the Auto Grand combines an upright piano with a player in one unit. It touts superior tone, original case design, foot pedal operation, and unmatched construction quality sure to lead the auto player market.
The seat tle Tennis club holds its annual meeting Tuesday evening at the offices of Lowman and Pelly in the Pioneer Building. Officers for the coming year will be elected and season plans discussed. The outlook is brighter financially and in enthusiasm, with last year’s officers expected to be reelected for 1905. the ladies’ branch meeting will be held shortly.
Alert against mercury containing catarrh remedies sold by Agee Co Toledo and It Cheney & Co Toledo Ontario. Claims promise systemic effects through mucous surfaces. Testimonials and doctor endorsements cited. price listed for a bottle and pills advertised for constipation.
Houghton and Hunter Jewelers at 704 First Avenue Seattle advertise a refined display of ladies waist sets hats and wrist bags offering stylish accessories for fashionable wardrobes.
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