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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1906
Page
2
In a tumultuous program six favorites went down with several long shots profiting. PF W Barr won the Vancouver Handicap at 2 to 1 despite interference, Ruby mare misfired from a wide turn, Rostof led early and took the race, and May L. N. upset Lula H. in a rough fourth race as the cards shuffled and pace collapsed.
A brief transit notice details a ferry route around Mercer Island with a 25 mile stop distance priced at 25 cents. It lists the Fortuna steamer schedule at 2:30 and 6:30 daily with a 36:30 timetable reference, indicating multiple daily departures.
Utica led into the stretch but faded to last as Melitah edged May L. N. for a nose, in a ding dong finish. Grasscutter led late in the stretch but faded, with Ruby taking the win by a nose after F. W. Barr’s strong stretch drive. Hersian won a fast mile by a length, Maxtrese faded to place, and Birdie P. won the last race despite lame Vie Manoia’s failure. Pro Manola placed despite lameness. Major Tenny passed Hirdle P. in third.
Jockey T Sullivan rode three winners and Keogh two with Borel salting the remaining success. May L N could not have beaten the third race winner. Sullivan trod a sloppy line on Roby in the handicap, drifting to the middle of the track and losing by several lengths. no crime, just careless riding.
Track notes list races at Seattle on August 22 1996 with judges and starters. First race covers a quarter mile for four year olds and up with value to winner listed. Second race is five furlongs for four year olds and up with winner details and times partially legible.
A race night recounts bets on Rostol and other horses with Frank Clainey and W J Sanfield wagering large sums. The Meadows starter Duke draws critique for starting delays, and a local horseman cites improvements to barrier procedures to ensure clean starts and fair outcomes.
The Goldfield club plans a 10 round bout for a $1900 purse with John Morris at 160 pounds as the main event. An estimated 10 000 spectators are expected as trains deliver crowds and hotels prepare, while Nat Goodwin and Dorothy Morton indicate attendance.
Captain George Boynton and Lewis M. Thompscon were arrested on counterfeiting charges in New York. They claim the crime was a “ways and measures” act and allege half of South American restitutions are financed similarly. They were arraigned and released on $5,000 bail. The offense involves attempting to counterfeit Venezuelan coin.
Centralia reports a robbery at the post office with the safe blown open. Postmaster Benedict refuses to disclose the amount and two suspects have been arrested. The event follows a day of earthquake recovery news from Palo Alto and Stanford University. A lost gold hunting case watch with FP initials is sought at 210 Marion Building.
Southern California fans hail Abraham Attell after he defeats Frankie Nell and proclaims he is the equal or superior to the era’s top lightweights. The article praises his speed, cleverness, and ability to absorb punishment, comparing him favorably with Britt and Nelson in imagined bouts.
In Los Angeles on August 25 the Heattle team and the Miquefisher ites clashed while the Fresno squad led into the stretch before the Cubs surged for a two length win. Beattie earned the win with a 7 to 6 score as a seventh inning rally overturned a 6 4 lead. Errors and late hits fueled the Biwaahes comeback.
The state tennis championships reach the final stage this afternoon at 2. Joe Tyler of Beattie faces F T Payne of Tacoma to decide the title after Payne defeated H Maseell and Tyler overcame Beale in earlier rounds. The event includes doubles and mixed matches with Victoria players leading the women’s contests.
Mise A and Hyan beat Mina 1 percent in a tennis match while Mise M Pitts dominates 6-6 6-1.
The Northwestern League posts current club standings with teams ranked by wins and losses this season. Highlights include leading clubs and positions as games progress across venues.
Knapp and Weat architects announce sending a book of plans for pretty homes priced at tS cents. The notice references their 354 Caiman building address and solicits readers interested in the catalog.
The notice lists ships and transports including Charleston Hoxton Chicago Oregon Albany Preble Paul Jones and Dix at the navy yard. It invites readers to Pier 1 for the Port Orchard Route boat with boats leaving daily at fixed times for round trip fares in cents.
Local tailoring house Elliott and Mc Gregor at 1229 Second Avenue unveils fall patterns and exclusive styles. New pat terms arrive as fall wardrobe updates begin with tailored suits and coats in the shop.
In a surprising day for RT players, K H Behr of Yale defeated W J Latier 6 4 6 4 6 3 to reach the next round. The event featured strong showings by Yale opponents and other top challengers.
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