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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1911
Page
2
George the Russian wrestler and Frank Gotch rival in an anticipated main event at Dreamland pavilion tomorrow night in Chicago. Francisco, Pritts Holland v Petro will headline undercard, with nine other short bouts on the program.
Gleason of the Moonshiners dazzles in the Teld and at third as Ray McCoy leaves after a five game stretch. Cubs ease past Morris while Warrens prepare to face Newsies in tomorrow’s matchup.
Readable fragments list several surnames and names such as Detresi Young Payne Dene van Sinan... Clark Mathewson EN Chalmers Alexander and others. The text appears to be a damaged notice with scattered proper nouns and unlikely complete details.
A rough game saw police guard the stands as rowdy fans disrupted play. McCreery, Shea, Tealy Raymond, and Ward delivered key hits and stellar defense while Eddie Householder showcased fielding flair.
A series of reader submissions lists lineups for an All-Star team across infield and outfield positions. Names include Nordyke Leard Fuel Willia Shea Rippert Kippert Pettigrew Brinker Fisher Leard Pues Kennedy Ten Million Cruickshack Raymond Wiggs and umpire McCarthy, with notes on their hitting defense and brains.
Con Walsh of the New York Athletic Club plans a West Coast visit to Seattle with the Athletic Club track group. He has smashed throwing records and will travel with the team, aiming to compete soon though not yet eligible as a club member due to residence rules.
Yesterday the Giants and Tigers both slipped further from the leaders as the Inlander giant Zeke Zack ert outpitched Mac's Me Creery who took the loss for the Seattle Giants. Willis edged Schmutz as the Indians beat the Tigers 9 to 4. Pettigrew muffed a crucial fly, costing the Pip a 3 to 2 defeat to the Beavers. An ad for rooms at The Fane Virginia Street near Westlake Avenue appears at the end.
A clean athletic meet will run five days beginning Tuesday August 15 at Madison Park. Organizers emphasize orderly competition and fair play throughout the event.
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