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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jul 16, 1915

Page

3

Everett Myth Captures Second Wile Cup Race

Igo Myth of Averett Yacht Club narrowly beats Seattle design Sir across the line by about ten seconds in the second Wile Cup race. Both boats vied for lead at multiple points with neither skipper gaining a secure advantage. Third race scheduled Friday at 2:50 with garth at 5 unless weather delays. Crews listed: Garry Day Don Mo Carl Paschke L Zingler Chitty Tom Capt Ted Geary Scott Dean Johnson Norman and W B Goodwin.

Igo Myth Averett Yacht Club Seattle Nile Garth Garry Day Don Mo Carl Paschke L. Zingler Chitty Tom Ted Geary Scott Dean Johnson Norman W. BE. Goodwin

Alexander’s Strikeout Record Near Thousand Mark

Grover Alexander of the Phillies aims to reach 1,000 strikeouts this season surpassing prior feats. By July 1 his total neared 900, with the goal to fan his thousandth batter within about 13 weeks, as the season approaches its October close.

Alexander Elphia Grover Alexander Phillies Virnor Honus Wagner Rovers Igarves Alex

Resolute Wins Decisive Match to Defend America’s Cup

The Resolute secured the decisive victory over the Thursday in New York to defend the coveted America's Cup, clinching the honor in the final mate.

New York

Former Champion Amateur Swimmer Turns Pro for Pan Pacific Exposition

Frank Holborow undefeated professional swimmer and former amateur champion plans to compete in aquatic events at the Panama-Pacific Exposition in San Francisco. He began swimming in 1904 and claimed Pacific coast titles in 1908 and 1909, beating rivals at the Olympic Club and in Los Angeles.

Frank Holborow Pacific Coast San Francisco Holborow Wilbur Kyle San Diego Scott Leary Olympic Club Walter Bromley Los Angeles Charlie Daniels

First Baseball Fatality in San Francisco 1915

Oscar Williams aged 18 died after being struck on the temple by a baseball while at bat. He collapsed and was taken from the field as the death was attributed to the incident that occurred yesterday in San Francisco.

San Francisco Oscar Williams Williams

Seattle Triumphs 9-2 as Rose Pitches Strong Game

Seattle wins Thursday's game 9 to 2 behind solid pitching by Rose. Jack Smith stars with three extra base hits and scores, while Aberdeen drops to fifth place. Giants knock Hughes for early runs and Barnes struggles as Aberdeen fights to the ninth.

Seattle Aberdeen Bill Rose Jack Smith Rosenfeld Roing Giants Hughes John Barnes Aberdeen Black Cats Beattle Arrmpo Smith Tt G Raymond Shaw Barth Mores T Hose Giddings Ibwee B Newry Nennett Kippert Melchett Ward Seeee McQuarry Jones Vance Beatie Aberdeen Peekteeeen Brooks Ouiget Bhaw Dennett Smith Baeeis Rose T Muanes

Evers Denies Alleged Offhand Remark in Boston

In Boston July 16 a Boston paper claimed Johnny Evers, field captain of the Boston Braves, overheard saying a heated line about umpires. Evers denied making the statement after a tense exchange with umpire Rigler in Thursday's game. John J. Tener, president of the league, ordered a reinvestigation branding the report an insult to the integrity of the national game.

Boston Johnny Evers Boston Braves Evers Rigler John J. Tener

Unclear sports results mix from multiple teams

Fragmentary OCR lists scores and teams such as fireoklyn Cincinnati Boston Pittehore Chicago Cleveland Washington Brooklyyn Baltimore Newark Buffalo coast San Francisco Portland Los Angeles Malt Lake Oakland but lacks coherent structure or dates. Key teams and venues are jumbled with inconsistent spellings, hindering a clear event summary.

Cincinnati Boston Pittehore Philadelphia Chicago Westen Cleveland Louie Washington Frodemal Brooklyyn Baltimore Newark Buffalo San Francisco Portland Los Angeles Vernon Oakland

Confessions of a Wife and a Hidden Cancer Warning

In a domestic scene Margie worries for Aunt Mary as pain and pale signs mount. Dr Atwater suspects a serious illness while the looming risk of cancer shadows their care. a second installment promises more revelation amid the tragedy.

Poor Handling Killed Boxing in California

Mrs Snowy Baker wife of a noted promoter arrives in San Francisco and laments California banned boxing She says boxing would not have died there if run like Australia and recalls attending only one bout in Paris Carpentier versus Joe Jeanette she calls boxing a man's game.

Australia California Carpentier Joe Jeanette

Baseball clubs face financial crash this season

Daily attendance statistics from Pastern papers suggest major league clubs may go broke this season. Some owners aim to dispose of interests to escape losses before a crash. Federals appear solid, but likely no club will end the season with a profit.

Federals

Woodlands Park hosts multi-event day with winners named

At Woodland Park on Thursday hundreds vied in field events including log rolling won by D. J. Harker of Oak Harbor and log bucking by C. R. Newton of Seattle. Duluth Shriners won the convention relay as Spokane finish second. eight-man teams competed. An Imperial Potentate praised Seattle's spirit and hospitality upon departure.

Woodland Park D. J. Harker Oak Harbor C. R. Newton Seattle Duluth Shriners Spokane Smith

Seattle Giants Struggle With Tepid Ball Play

Aberdeen fans see punk form in Seattle which shows lethargic defense and muffed fielding. With a man on third, shallow fly outs aren’t backed by throws, causing close plays. Tradeoffs include Barnes cutting salaries while players endure losses, stirring calls for better teamwork and sharper play.

Aberdeen Seattle Ward Frantie

Strachan Nearly Drops World's Champion In Coast Tennis Clash

Maurice McLaughlin world champion tennis player needed five sets to defeat California state champion John Strachan in the Coast tournament at the exposition. Scores were 3-6 6-2 6-2 4-6 6-2. McLaughlin faces William Johnston in the final. Johnston beat Clarence Griffin to reach the final. Strachan and Johnston also reach the doubles finals with Dean Mathey and G M Church. An Eastern press note claims the Federals have raised 1 million dollars for an anti organized crime fight. J F Neville of Oakland posted a 74 on Cleveland golf course par 72.

San Francisco Maurice McLaughlin John Strachan California McLaughlin William Johnston Johnston Clarence Griffin Dean Mathey G. M. Church Princeton J. F. Neville Oakland Cal Cleveland

Night league rumors and a featherweight bout in Appleton

Rumors say Butch Byler is piling up a strong average in the night league and manager Barnes warns of a $26 pay shortfall if his evening schedule does not improve. Tex Vernon, featherweight from Aberdeen, will box Gene Gannon of Milwaukee for ten rounds in Appleton Wisconsin. Dave Williams, former Franklin star, won his game for Victoria club, though Vancouver kept pace with seven runs in the ninth.

Butch Byler Barnes Tex Vernon Aberdeen Gene Gannon Milwaukee Appleton Wisconsin Gannon Dave Williams Franklin High Victoria Club Vancouver Dave Beavers Victoria

Brooklyn Beats Cincinnati 4-2 In Friday Victory

Phil Douglas registered a victory for Brooklyn over Cincinnati Friday by the score of 4 to 2. The win adds another result to the Brooklyn club’s latest series.

Phil Douglas Brooklyn Cincinnati

Jimmy Clark Debuts with Indians in Victory over Tacoma

Aberdeen releases Jimmy Clark after payroll dispute. Clark signs with Spokane and pitches his first game for the Indians, defeating Tacoma 5 to 1.

Jimmy Clark Aberdeen Spokane Indians Tacoma

Myers homer sparks heat stoppage in Brooklyn Cincinnati game

Brooklyn outfielder Myers hit a home run in the Cincinnati Brooklyn game Friday but collapsed from heat after rounding the bases and the contest was halted until he recovered.

Ken Williams Brief Comeback Continues with Hit

Ken Williams, former Spokane Indian, played his second game for Cincinnati Friday and recorded another hit in the appearance.

Ken Williams Cincinnati

Question column offers marriage doubt and fashion advice

A reader asks if a mean partner can make a good wife and receives blunt counsel to reconsider marriage. Other questions cover hair puffs, remarriage rules, social club names, congratulating brides, homestead rights for widows, rose jars, and fragrance use.

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