Turfmen Battle in the Paddock at The Meadows
In a sixth race melee at The Meadows turfmen clashed as A G Dunlap struck turfman Red Walker in the paddock. The attack followed Walker and his horse Harry Scott’s interference with Dunlap’s horse Firet Peep earlier, with Dunlap believed to blame Walker. Officials to decide punishment. past summer incidents included knife attack on George Linden and a prior Walker Hardman fist fight.
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A. G. Dunlap
Walker
Dunlap
Miss Officious Wins Puget Sound Handicap at Meadow
Miss Officious led from the start and won the two mile Puget Sound Handicap by ten lengths. First Peep was crowded at the first turn and faded, while Harry Scott finished behind. Inclement and Pickaway also scored in other races as favorites faltered.
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Miss Officious
Harry Scott
C. Russells
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Steel
Frieve
Ake Ar-Ben
Pickaway
Telsios
Oertzatiuaias
Desland
Merry Scott
Welker
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Fianer
Freiens
Meadow racing rough ride fines and multiple winners
The two mile race ended with a rough bumping incident leading to jockey C Russell being fined $50 for rough riding after Miss Officious bumped Harry Scott causing First Peep near a fence. Jockey C Sullivan received ten days for sleepiness. Barney Oldfield earned his eighth meet win as Miss Officious dominated, while conditions and track wear affected horses like Silver Stocking and High Gun. Turfman James R Keene won the Futurity at New York for the fourth time with Maskette.
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Miss Officious
Harry Scott
James R. Keene
New York
Maskette
Turfman
Domino
Chacornec
Colla
Winning owners list shows minor shifts this week
The MEADOWS leading owners' standings show few changes with Red Walker still far ahead of rivals. Several owners exceed $1,000 in purses including Sobra Vista Stable, Newman, Hoag & Co, and Dealy & Co, with amounts ranging from about 1,000 to 2,400 dollars.
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Mise Officious
Matt Ries
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Bedwell
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Monty cc
Sanford
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Eee
Trotter
Sobra Vista Stable
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W. Pinher
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Newman
J. Hayes
Hoag & Co
Kanga
ORME
Groen
W. BR
Applegate
M.D. Miller
Robbins & Co
TUPOK
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Sacs
Mike Kelly: The most versatile baseball great and his bold acts
The article extols Mike Kelly as the game’s most versatile star, recounting his generosity and humor. It recalls his refusal to fine a fan over a carriage ride, his disdain for wasting money, and a Pittsburgh to Boston train trip episode where he paid for meals and inspired teammates to do the same.
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Buck Ewing
Mike
Kelly
Chicago
Kel
Boston
Pittsburg
Seattle and Spokane Open Eight Game Series at Dugdale Park
The Seattle and Spokane teams start an eight game series this afternoon at Dugdale's park. First pitch is at 3:30. Harrington will pitch for Seattle as Beatile looks to rebound and split the series.
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Dugdale's Park
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Metropolitan Horse Races Highlight Seattle Card
The Seattle meet features multiple stakes and selling races for three year olds and older. Notable performances include Melting and Henry in the mile and a quarter events, with strong handling by jockeys Sullivan and Arnel, and favorites like Triumphant securing early gains under trainer Garity.
Heldrick Returns to Browns for 7 Week Payoff
Emmett Heldrick, once star outfielder for the St Louis Browns, quits the coal business in Pennsylvania to rejoin the Browns. Manager Jimmy McAleer reportedly signs him for a $5,000 salary for the seven weeks remaining in the season as St Louis battles Detroit for the pennant.
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St. Louia Browns
Pennsylvania
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Emmett
Pop
Heldrick
Jimmy McAleer
Heidrick
Detroit Tigers
St. Louis
Kirkland Receives Backing for Pool Match
A letter to The Star’s sporting editor claims Kirkland can attract a backer against Vic Linning. The note from Max Rudenesy of 118 Washington Ave praises Kirkland despite an off night and notes potential bets against he and Linning. The recent pool bout ended Kirkland 200 Johnson 246.
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Steels
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Los Angeles
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Max Rudenesy
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City
Ed Johnson
Maas
Long tramp ends on Friday next in Seattle odyssey
Hayes and Jackson tramp athletes say they are walking to Chicago and back on a $2,500 wager. They expect to reach Seattle around September 4 to claim the prize. They claim they must have $50 each upon entering Seattle, and fund travel with entertainments in small towns along the route.
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Jackson
Chicago
Seattle
la Grande
Lind doubles up Wrights with two wins at Woodland Park
Lind and Anderson starred as Lind pitched two games for the T. P. Fay team at Woodland Park yesterday afternoon. He defeated the Mike Wrights in the first game to and in the second to 6, with Smith battery work highlighted in both contests.
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Seattle
Lind
T. P. Fay
Mike Wrights
Woodland Park
Anderson
Dugdale Targets Pair of Promising Players for Seattle
Seattle baseball club manager J Edward Dugdale announces two phenom prospects, one infield and one outfield, likely to finish the season with Seattle. He withholds names until deals are secure to avoid rivals snapping them up.
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Seattle
Dugdale
Republican Nominee for Lieutenant Governor Seeks Vote
Paid advertisement presents a Republican candidate for lieutenant governor. The message requests voter support and influence, addressing readers with respect and formal solicitation.
Beattie Triumphs as Aberdeen Struggles in Doubleheader
Beattie allowed seven runs in four plus innings while Aberdeen could not solve pitcher Rush. In the first game Seattle hitters profited from four errors and fielding miscues by Aberdeen as Cahill muffed a fly, letting in two runs. Starkell faced tough contact, yet Seattle rallied early and held the visitors to a shutout in the late frames.
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Rush
Fettle
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Rennwett
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Manier
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Fast team edges Seattle Pro duce at Woodland Park
Brace and Hergert Mill Company’s fast team defeated Seattle Pro duce association at Woodland Park yesterday by 13 to 2. The town and Pullman college anticipate next season with a strong football squad coached by Walter Rheinshield, Michigan’s former halfback, and a Carlisle Indians West tour is expected this fall.
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Seattle Produce Association
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Pullman
St. Louis University
St. Louie
Carlisle Indians
West
Redskins
Walter Rheinshield
Michigan
Belgium Championship Won By Gerald Shannon
Gerald Shannon son of Dr and Mrs W A Shannon of Seattle defeated Baron Farron at Ontend to win the Belgium tennis singles championship. Chehal toutta opened the season yesterday beating Vancouver Washington 10 to 6. Tacoma traded Jack Burnett to Spokane for center fielder Kippert and second baseman Mackin after Burnett’s indifferent form. The Websters led by Pete Standridge beat the Black Diamond team 12 to 5 at Diamond, their first defeat of the season. Fort Worden soldiers beat Seattle City Hall 7 to 3 at Port Townsend.
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Standing of jockeys at The Meadows August 29 1908
The Meadows standings list jockeys who have not ridden a winner since the meeting began. Names include Gagan, Menen, Berry, Shelton, King, Horris, J. Carroll, W. Riley, and Coles.
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Menen
Berry
Shelton
King
Horris
J. Carroll
W. Riley
Coles
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