Jensen Struggles as Seattle Tops Beavers in Turbulent Game
Erve Jensen lasted four innings but was knocked around by Seattle hitters, the Turks pouncing to a 5–0 lead. Bill Chinault and Bob James sparked attacks for Seattle, while Spokane managed only a lone unearned run as Beavers officials pulled Jensen early and defense faltered.
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Tigers Fall to Jens Baker as Spokane Shuts Out Tacoma
Spokane right hander Jens Baker dominated Tacoma striking out two hits as Spokane built a three run lead in the first inning and added six runs total. Tacoma starter Annis was wild and Maeton replaced him in the fifth as the Tigers managed only two scratches hits.
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Bancroft Tennis Racquets Offered at Cost
Bancroft is advertised as the pioneer American maker of tennis racquets. The dealer states a large assortment is being sold at cost price with base prices from 96 cents to 5 dollars and guarantees every racquet. This marks the second time they have offered half their stock.
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Coast league head opens inquiry into Portland bribery report
Judge Thomas J. Graham, president of the Coast league, said he would closely investigate a Portland newspaper claim that Portland gamblers tried to bribe Oakland pitchers. He discussed expanding the Coast league to eight teams and noted strong crowds in San Francisco, Portland, and Sacramento, with growing local support.
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Tom Sharkey Refused to Fight for Six Bits
Vallejo July 28 Tom Sharkey famed pugilist refuses to fight for six bits in a Vallejo bout with Mulvehill The promoter offered a percentage of receipts after expenses Four quarters explained the split with three quarters to the winner one to the loser Sharkey balked saying I won't fight a man for six bits.
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Overeating by Ball Players Becomes Managers’ Concern
The article notes overeating among ball players harms performance and draws managers’ scrutiny. Jim McQuire cites trainers and common sense urging light meals before games, as heavy eating slows players and affects thinking. It contrasts past indulgences with modern restraint, while managers still monitor players’ eating and behavior at the table.
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New York Humor and Real Estate Snippets
In New York July 28 Kid McCoy offers wry epigram on fame while recounting banter at the mayor’s office about licenses. A note recalls Buck Freeman’s home run record era. An 1890s land auction advertises 5 acres near Silverdale with cash and monthly balance, touted as fertile farm land suitable for a chicken ranch via Ole Hanson & Co.
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Levy Wins Washington State Rights for Fight Pictures
Eugene Levy owner of twenty moving picture houses. He secured Washington state rights after a sharp fight and will show the pictures in the Grand theatre as long as patronage lasts. They will then be taken on John Cort's circuit. Levy reportedly paid $20,000 for the state rights.
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Three Olympic Stars Moved To Patrol Duty In New York
Olympic team members tin Sheridan John Flanagan and Matthew McGrath world champions in hammer shot and discus were transferred from easy berths to patrol duty in the marshal's office. The transfers cited as for the good of the service and the trio will be assigned to precincts to pound a beat. A Virginia street advertisement follows.
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Then It Happened A Boxing Turn in Fifteenth Round
A chaotic fifteenth round features Kid Uppercut nearly finished as Spike McMush taunts him. Uppercut, groggy but quick, recalls a sudden punch and a clash of style marks the bout with dramatic, evolving tension.
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Auto Meet Promises High Speed Demonstrations
Saturday at the Seattle Automobile Dealers Association Meadows race meet features racing feats aiming to surpass speed records. Events include 10 mile light car races, stock and obstacle challenges, motor cycle and time trials, with diverse exhibitions across two days.
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Racing circuit planned to include major cities nationwide
Automobile manufacturers plan a grand circuit from New York to Los Angeles with new tracks in San Francisco Pittsburgh Denver Seattle Latonia and Dayton under the American Automobile Association. Key figures Morroso and major racers expect rapid setup, with machines entered for next season and potential national records ahead.
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