Ritchie and Rivers Set for 20 Round World Lightweight Title
Wille Ritchie, 133 pounds, awoke early at his camp and looked strong for the 20 round world lightweight title bout with Joe Rivers at Coffrosh's arena at 2 PM. Rivers weighed 133 pounds and was lively at his 8:30 rise. The boxing card headlines a busy San Francisco fight day with music at the Heidelberg Cafe.
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Pelkey goes on stage tour as new champion faces era
Arthur Pelkey, newly claimed heavyweight champion after defeating Luther McCarty, prepares for a nine week vaudeville tour with Tommy Burns. The pair plan Portland Seattle and possibly California or Australian promoter offers, with Pelkey’s right hand noted as his knockout weapon and Burns predicting a long title run.
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Bud Anderson Hot Favorite in Vernon Cross Bout
Several Los Angeles promoters expect the winner of the Cross Anderson fight at Vernon to face the hotweight champion next. Bud Anderson, a Washingtonian, is a 10 to 6 favorite despite Cross being the touted top challenger of his brief career.
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Beavers Top Seattle in Fourth Straight Win
Vancouver Beavers defeated the Seattle Champions 4 to 1 on Thursday to extend their win streak to four. Schultz earned his first start against Seattle and shut down the opposition in key moments. In National League scoring Kioston led Brooklyn 17 to 4, New York beat Philadelphia 4 to 6, Chicago triumphed 6 to 1 over Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh 4 over St. Louis.
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Boxing carnival opens at Dreamland rink with notable bouts
At 2 PM Herb Smith faces Ad Schaffli to start Salt and Austin's midsummer boxing carnival at the Dreamland pavilion. A large crowd attends the first show here since winter. Feature bout pairs Tom Dale and Ivan Miller, with Billy Williams taking on Sammy Goodmill in another high interest matchup.
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Campbell Seeks Return Fight With Canada's Lightweight Champion
Ray Campbell, who lost to France Vaise in a prior Dreamland bout, aims for a rematch with Canada's reigning lightweight champion likely to occur soon in Canada. In Tacoma, Hugh Flemming led Seattle shooters with 191 of 200 targets, Ellis right behind at 190. Kippert’s bat mishap in the fourth inning drew minor attention before Dad stayed at the plate.
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Dellia Health Update Delays Providence Appearance
Dellia remains sidelined at Providence Hospital with a strain. Only Meikle Fullerton and Melver are fit for duty, leaving Raymond to likely call on young Henry Peterson to pitch in within two weeks.
Bayley Versus Rothus Clash Headlines Port Angles Bout
Former Canadian lightweight champion Joe Bayley meets Clarence Rothus, ex P N A champion, in a 16 round match at Port Angles today. Bayley aims to regain Canadian fans’ confidence after Tuesday’s loss to Frenchie Vaine and then heads to Hot Springs for final prep before the Valse rematch on the 26th.
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Man From the Star Passes Free Baseball Tickets
A reporter describes giving free game passes to fans who hold a Star. In the left-field bleachers at a ballpark, attendees flash their Star tokens for a chance to receive a ticket in the seventh inning. W. Kearns is named as a Star guest for Saturday's game.
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International Motorcycle Race At Madison Park In Doubt
Weather and track conditions threaten today’s Pacific Motorcycle Racing events at Madison Park half mile. Manager Hiller backed with a strong card aims to run the show if sun returns. A featured race pairs old rivals Ed L. Berreth and Harry Brandt.
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Wid Defends Wimbledon Title in Straight Sets
New Zealand champion A. F. Wid Wilding defeated American Maurice E. McLoughlin in straight sets to defend the English tennis championship. He won 6-2, 6-3, 10-8 in a match held in London on July 4.
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Northwestern and Coast League Scores Mixed Across Matches
Vancouver defeated tie 1 Portland 1, Spokane won 4 to 1, Victoria prevailed 7 to 2, Tagoma beat COAST LEAGUE Portland 7 to 1, San Francisco won 7 to 3 over Los Angeles, Venice led Oakland 4, with results incomplete for other fixtures.
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