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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1905
Page
2
In the Pacific Coast League Seattle beat Portland 9 to 8 in a high scoring game with Seattle mounting a late rally for the win. The feature packed lineup included hits and runs from both sides as the Friday matchup stayed close until the ninth inning.
Vancouver pulls ahead in pennant race after a slugfest against Victoria. Smith shines for Vancouver with two doubles a single and a home run in four plate appearances amid a close finish to cap first place.
Ex-champion Frankie Neil rehuses light work at the Meadows preparing for a bantamweight clash with Harry Tenny of San Francisco in Colma California if contracts are signed. Perry Queenan spars with Neil each morning, bringing coast prowess to the camp.
Frank Brill and Gus Steele, champions from Chicago, arrive in Portland after touring the west. They will meet Keating and Ball in a Saturday evening match on the Oregon alleys and Kruse and Capen on Monday in Portland for crucial tests of Portland bowlers against world champions.
Aberdeen Washington July Jack Donnelly released by Justice Foa after police detained him for a bout in which Jack Ross died. Ross collapsed in the 15th round after striking his head on the ground and died a few hours later. Ross to be buried today.
Cornelius E B Daly, the Yale oarsman, was removed from the Yale eight for cribbing during examinations before a race with Harvard. The act forced breaking up the Yale four crew to find a substitute. Daly called the incident a terrible mistake and said there was no intent to crib.
An advertisement urges readers to try Dr. Miles Heart Cure without risk. It claims the remedy helps heart trouble when others fail and guarantees a refund if it does not prove beneficial, urging readers to proceed without risk.
The Alki Natatorium remains the only resort open every day rain or shine with all facilities sheltered under a roof.
Bob Fitzsimmons challenges for the world title and trade comments on Jeffries. Budd Ryan plans a busy summer tour with Dave Barry and Peterson among upcoming foes. Old heroes Creedon Barron and Creedon speak of past battles while Chance recalls Chicago boxing scenes.
The article recalls Billy Delaney as the greatest trainer in boxing. It notes his 30 years of work shaping champions and keeping Jeffries in peak condition during his rise to a world title. Delaney reportedly planned to crown Jeffries as champion before long amid managing training and discipline.
An old advert describes Hall's Catarrh Cure by PF & Co Toledo Ohio as a constitutional treatment for catarrh claimed to cure by acting on mucous membranes. It touts ease of use from drops to pills and cites testimonials and a patient address for orders and constipation relief with Hall's pills.
The author recalls defeating Sullivan in New Orleans, making friends and enemies, and notes a southerner who disliked him for being Sullivan’s lifelong friend. He mentions Hal Davis in Chicago and a trip from New Orleans, with a cameo by Jim Corbett in town for a show.
Sterling Towers lowered the Meadows track mark to 1:06 3 4 over five and a half furlongs beating the favorite Double by a nose in a thrilling finish. Queen Cup tired to show, finishing third. First race six furlongs winner Weithoff. second Miss Provo. third Hirtle. Third race five and a half furlongs Sterling Towers again ahead of Doublet and Queen Cup in 1:06 3 4. Fourth race one mile winner Harry Weck. Chablin second. Ripper third in 1:43 4.
Tom McDonald of M A C Seattle shattered the 54 pound hammer mark with a 27 feet 9 and 1/2 inch throw at the Pacific Northwest championships held during the Lewis and Clark exposition. Other event results include McDonald winning the sixteen pound shot and fifty six pound weight, Friesell lead broad jump, Harris the one mile, and Friewell taking the 220 yard low hurdles for M A C with strong showings from Hugg and James.
Seattle notice advertises man in Seattle arch shirts priced at one dollar each. Listing shows B N Brooks & Co located at 1331 24 Ave offering the promotional deal to customers.
Dope sheet notes Marvin Hart as a strong champion and Terry McGovern facing a tougher test. It cites boxing figures in Portland, a New York Seventh Regiment rifle team honor, Dave Campbell as Portland fire chief, and jockey Dugan returning from France. It mentions Frankie Neil vs Owen Moran prospects, Canadian 125-pound champ Fred Gilmore, Chevrolet as a top driver, and a London boxing scene with stars like Jeffries.
John J. McCloskey, long time Vancouver manager, leaves for Butte to organize the Victoria club's transfer. Gus Klopf remains in Vancouver and may succeed as manager, with tentative plans for him to play third base once fit.
Claim that women should avoid constipation and that Dr Miles Nerve and Liver Pills cure constipation by strengthening nerves and stomach muscles for natural bowel movements. Advertises as ideal for children and available at druggists.
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