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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1909
Page
9
The article previews the opening game with talks of pitchers Guyn and Kincla, plans for a large parade, and expectations Seattle will host the league's fireworks. It notes lack of Portland arrivals, and mentions umpire and official attendance as key events.
Woodland AthleticClub held boxing at Kirkwood hall despite police presence. Membership cards and dues were used to circumvent restrictions, with several hundred members reportedly joining. Notable bouts featured Clarke vs Tate at 125 and Shepard Rively at 133, ending in a draw between Shepard and Rively while Ballard A C. member showed skill. Lonnie Austin refereed with several knockouts and stops noted in later matches.
English football players push to form a union and strike amid union vs. football association tension. Reports indicate the season may be postponed as players demand higher weekly salaries and better transfer terms. The sport faces government and league rules, with clubs in multiple leagues under scrutiny.
Chicago April 16 C M Daniels the world’s greatest all round swimmer has surrendered to King Cupid and with his wedding in May to F C Wagner of Buffalo will retire from the competitive field. Daniels withdrew from aquatic sport at the zenith of his career. His latest Pittsburg feat slowed Barney Kieran’s 100 yard record of 2 minutes 25 5 seconds. His records include 109 yards in 66 2 5 seconds 120 yards in 1 minute and seconds and 220 yards in 26 2 6 seconds. He led the invasion of Great Britain and his retirement is seen as a loss to the sport.
Mr Gunheim appeared before the press yesterday and accepted a gold plated revolver from the Seattle Automobile Club to be fired to start the ocean race on June 1. The gesture links the starter pistol to the upcoming contest and marks a ceremonial kickoff.
Games show Chicago and Louis results with a 10 to 4 score, plus references to multiple teams and umpires. The report notes a rain postponement of the Boston Phillies game and includes scattered player mentions and officials.
Fragmentary OCR shows scattered game notes with teams and players in Detroit Chicago Cleveland Washington New York Philadelphia. Mentions include Batterioe Summera Stanage White Sullivan Petty Criger Clarke Groom Quinn Kietnow. Several games appear halted or uncompleted with unclear scores and venues.
The first Interscholastic track meet of the year will be held on Denny Field between Broadway and Lincoln. Freshmen and sophomores may participate as two large schools push to make the event annual. A close race is anticipated with Lincoln favored to win. The meet starts at 5 o clock.
Fragmented notes discuss Walsh not joining the White Sox and pursuing free agency. Mentions Rowland of Anertaas negotiating a contract and others acting on signals or fire. References to Morike and Nor yke as sensible or talent not clearly detailed.
The Pathfinder car from Granger Wyoming arrives near Seattle after a long trek across mountains. Clarence Linn leads a party meeting the vehicle as it nears Beattie for a planned reception. Despite bad weather and mud in Iowa and eastern Nebraska the route is longer but aims for better time.
Dr J N Saxe is licensed to practice in Washington Wisconsin and filinets. Prices are reasonable and all work is guaranteed.
Bought entire stock of Deitz Bros. Wholesale Manufacturers New York by our firm. Men and Young Men Suits will be on sale at 40 cents on the dollar. This season’s styles in greatest clothing sale in Seattle Saturday. Bulk stock distributed in our chain of stores. Window display features prices like 18 20 22 25 dollars.
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