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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1904

Page

2

Hicks Wins Olympic Marathon at St Louis Exposition

Thomas J. Hicks of Cambridge Mass wins the Olympic Marathon at the Louie Jana purchase exposition in St Louis. Albert J. Corey of Chicago is second and A L Newton of New York City third as the field of runners covers about 24 miles in over three and a half hours. Hicks receives a cup from exposition president Francia along with the Olympic championship medal, while Corey and Newton earn silver and bronze medals respectively. Fred Lorg of New York is disqualified for using an automobile assist.

ST. Louis Thomas J. Hicks Cambridge Hicks Albert J. Corey Chicago A. J L. Newton New York City Athena Greece No Lowes Parte Teate Francia Fred Lorg New York Learg

Exhausting Race Concludes as Hicks Paces Finishers

In a dramatic tour through varied terrain at Lorg New York the 18 Fast crew faced fatigue and heat with Hicks battling to the finish. Meller led half way, Newton and Corey followed as crowds cheered at the final stretch. Garcia of San Francisco suffered a roadside collapse but is expected to recover after rest and hospital care. Portland’s lineup sees Campbell sidelined and Shea’s release still shrouded in mystery as team plans shift amid roster changes.

Lorg New York Meller Newton Hicks Corey Garcia San Francisco Campbell Portland Shea Shea Paya

Portland Releases Two Players After Defeat

Manager Dugdale of the Portland baseball team released pitcher Wee Willie Campbell and catcher Danny Shea following a recent defeat. The move aims to reshuffle the roster as the club seeks stronger performance in upcoming games.

Dugdale Portland Han Wee Willie” Campbell Danny Shea

Boxing promoter eyes Seattle venue for Woods Burne bout

Biddy Bishop wires Billy Woods that he will leave San Francisco at once for Seattle to finalize terms for a Woods Burne match. Burne has started in the West with Warren Zubric of Buffalo and King Woods has not yet chosen a trade base but plans Pleasant Beach as headquarter.

Biddy Bishop Billy Woods San Francisco Seattle Tommy Burne Burne Warren Zubric Buffalo King Woods Pleasant Beach

Wrestler Frank Gotch Offered $1200 Purse for October Match

Augur Armstrong of the Vancouver association announces a $1200 purse posted for a match between Gotch and McLeod to be held during the first week of October. Gotch has given assurance that the bout will take place if a suitable arrangement is made.

Pellingham Augur Armstrong Vancouver Frank Goteh Gotch Mcleod Goteh

Indian Clambake Promises Grand Expo Night

Labor exposition committee hosts an Indian clambake at 7 tonight feeding 10000 visitors. Boxing bouts feature Johnson versus Parker and Gleason against White with a finale planned between Johnson and Gleason. Indian powwow follows after the fights.

Labor Exposition Committee Youngohnson Kid Parker York Gleason Kid White Johson Gleason Puget Sound Carnivel Louis

National League Scores From Cincinnati and Pittsburg

In Cincinnati New York beat Cincinnati 3 to 1. In Pittsburg Boston won 4 to 1 over Pittsburg.

Baseball Standings and Results From Major Leagues

An overview shows teams like Philadelphia Chicago Cleveland Washington and New York with win loss records and upcoming games. An advertisement from Conntandaline tailor announces fall and winter woolen stock at 1022 Second Avenue urging customers to view before ordering.

A. MM Conntandaline Second Avenue

Teeth Treatment Ad Promises Pain Free Work

An advertisement offers painless dental fillings and extractions with a specialist overseeing each department. Free examination to reveal costs in advance, and a ten year guarantee on all work. Additional garbled lines reference crowns and sets, with hours shown as 30 to 6 and a Sunday note.

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