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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1907
Page
2
A racetrack recap shows six favorites defeated at the Meadows. Ink, Fireball, Funnyaide and Antigo were heavily backed, but underperformed while longshots like Two and Panny aide won, causing a mixed bookmaker result. Jockey discipline actions followed, with suspensions and fines issued to riders for unsafe riding and rule violations.
A coaching note urges fighters of timidness at the plate and close stance to the pitcher. It advises stepping toward the pitcher, hugging the plate like Frank Chance, shortening the bat, and adjusting position and swing to improve batting.
The veteran manager Hughie Jennings, famed for his loud coaching style, is described as the leather-lunged rooter of the American League. He performs in about 60 postures per minute and is praised for earnest, good-natured guidance that motivates players to excel.
The body of T. P. Clark a bookmaker was found at 1 am by Mr. B. Stanley in the middle of Seventh Ave South near Youler Way Seattle. Clark had been drinking and it is thought alcohol contributed to a heart failure. He arrived in Seattle June 26 and registered at the Walden hotel. He had worked for bookmakers at The Meadows since races began here.
Promoters vie for a Labor Day match pitting Mike Schreck of Cincinnati against Tommy Burns the current heavyweight champion. Three major promoters bid as Jimmy Coffroth offers 65 percent of the gate or a guaranteed purse, Tex Rickard eyes a $20,000 purse, and Jack Curley discusses $15,000. Schreck’s manager Billy Hogan says any offer acceptable to Hamnes Oriental Billard and Paol Parlore.
Dr Lee Daker a dentist operates from 206 Bites building with contact by Main 6256. A naval fleet is stationed at the Navy Yard.
Indianapolis manager Charley Carr, a former American Leaguer now with the Indianapolis club, proposes to control wives at games to prevent distractions tied to players' spouses. The exclusive service notes him as the bravest man in baseball, aiming to become the league’s undisputed leader if successful.
Unclear fragmentary report shows Shaffer driving in runs for a win while Beattle captain Ue y tim y wallop is mentioned. Other lines mention Arfogastin release and Stanley catching yesterday, but details are incomplete.
A humorous piece recalls Indianapolis manager Charlie Carr proposing to separate wives at baseball games to stop hostessly taunts and cackling from the stands. The anecdote portrays his plan to curb the rowdy female rooting sections by seating wives apart so they cannot heckle or cheer together.
In a game filled with oddities the Cubs won by a margin of 6 to 2. Spokane conquered Seattle early, but Seattle rallied with a six run third inning and a five run fifth inning. Rusty Wright struggled on the mound as Seattle piled up hits and errors, yet the Cubs still emerged two runs ahead after a wild frame.
Seattle Star reports Joe Birmingham of the Cleveland Naps pulling off a record throw from center field to home plate against the St. Louis Browns. With Wallace on third in the ninth, Birmingham zipped a 319 foot rifle shot to Nig Clarke, nailing the runner at the plate. Birmingham earns praise as a sensational artillery arm in fast company.
A fragmented game report shows Aberdeen taking a 4 to 3 victory over Tacoma. Van Thworm and McIntyre powered key hits while Adams scored on Donovan's hit and later came home with the tying run in the eighth before Aberdeen pulled ahead. Umpire calls are noted.
The largest Coast boardwalk amusement park features the popular figure 8 roller coaster chute the chutes and a top carousel with moving horses. The Natatorium offers three salt water pools and the cafe seats over 600. Free attractions this week should draw crowds.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a name heavy, place tagged item. No clear event or dates. readable names include Flowt, Hatterton, Landgren, Milan, Andamen, Dorn, with incomplete context suggesting a local note or notice.
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