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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1912
Page
2
In a historic move, the First National Bank founded in 1882 opens a new branch at James Pioneer Square. The ceremony highlights long-time ties to the city and signals ongoing growth in the financial sector.
In Vancouver the Giants lost to the Champs 6 to 0 as Jimmy Agnew shut them out. Spokane Braves also dropped a game, keeping the Giants in first place by a slim margin. Thompson struggled, Agnew’s pitches fooled many Giants, and stellar Giants defense produced outs on many hits.
Spokane report says Noyes, riding a 12 game win streak, faltered as the Colts battered him for 10 hits. Errors by teammates aided the setback, ending the Indians pitcher Amos Moran incident with crowd trouble and a bench brawl.
Six bouts feature Seattle natives, led by Lonnie Austin versus Eddie Hubbard and Pat Scott against Abe Lace. Other matchups include Billie Williams versus Billie Speck, Tom Dale versus Art Wilson, 125 and 138 pound derbies, with Ted Waltman facing Al Mosler and Arthur Thompson meeting Al McNeill. Harvey Donaldson champions wrestling against Charlie Watson.
July 16 reports from Stockholm describe the Americans in the Olympic Games drawing cheers from thousands. The victory has left a friendly mood among rivals, with both sides praising the winners as the King of Sweden awarded prizes. The Games atmosphere contrasts with London four years earlier, though the death of Marathon runner Lazaro Woo casts a somber note over the close.
July 16 report from San Francisco notes fans doubt Joe Rivers will take Willie Ritchie on Labor Day if McCarey cannot finalize the Rivers bout. Promoter McCarey may match Rivers with Knockout Brown or Joe Mandot as a backup, while supporters argue Ritchie’s recent showing vs Wolgast strengthens his bargaining position.
San Francisco July 16 Al Kaufman is ailing with pneumonia and promoter Eddie Graney scouts a suitable opponent for Charlie Miller the giant motorman who was to meet Kaufman in a 20 round bout July 21 Graney aims to announce tonight Denver Jack Goyer trained here seeking a match but Soldier Elder likely to get first call based on two draws with Miller already.
Victoria team dominated the Tacoma Tigers with a 10 to 4 victory yesterday afternoon. Schmats began on the mound but left in the fifth after walking in two runs, Hall finishing the game.
Gordon completes deal sending McMullin and Holderman to Tacoma for a pitcher to bolster Seattle’s rotation. Star pitcher Large James twists his ankle before a game and is sidelined but X rays show no fracture, return anticipated in a week. New schedule for Potlatch events noted as preparations proceed.
Seattle sports commentary profiles Blaine Gordon new pitcher for the Giants era. previews athletic meet events at Fourth Ave grand stand with boxing program at the Coliseum. recalls Rivers Wolgast boxing bout and judge Welsh error. notes Merritt from the Oriental carnival promoting a monkey show.
Chicago July 16 President Comiskey of the White Sox declared talks to buy Hal Chase are off. It is understood Frank Farrell of the Yankees sought Captain Lord Ed Walsh the Coliseum and Jackson Park for Chase.
The standard 20 round route is noted as Mérlin trains at Venice and White at Doyle's camp. Wagering on the affair has been light with predictions placing both boys at even money when they enter the ring.
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