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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1908

Page

2

Varsity Winner Beats California in Three Mile Boat Race

The University of Washington eight won by five and a half lengths at Lake Washington. Time around 1 minute 10 seconds for the final stretch, with Washington rowing at about 34 strokes a minute while California pushed 37 to 40. California was handicapped by a last minute replacement and training gaps.

University of Washington California Lake Washington Washington Fornia Harold Ashley No 5 Frank Randell Ashley Randa Garnett O'Nei Miie Kirby Washington Shell Connibear East

Battleship Meet At Navy Yard

Boats depart Pier 2 at foot of Yester Way for a naval drill at the navy yard. The exercise involves a fleet rendezvous with the battleship unit and quick readiness maneuvers.

NAVY Navy Yard Yester Way

Washington Wins Vivid Derby as Crowds Line Lakefront

Washington defeats California by a clear margin in a closely watched rowing race of about seven thousand spectators. Captains Kirby and Witter led their crews, with Washington proving superior from mile markers to finish as hundreds of boats trailed along the lake under tight police and official oversight.

Lescht Madison Park Dean J. T. Condon J. W. Hemphill P. D. Hughes M. O'Dell C. W. Saunders P. Gardner H. Jones F. J. Carver Mayor Miller Washington Kirby O'Brien Beck Karr Whlis Lovejoy O'Neal Lowry Thompson California Davidson Robertson Randall F. Ashley Schroeder Ball Dignan Myers Coxewain

Wrestling Show at Ballard Hosts Sullivan and Franklin

Lovers of the mat will see top wrestlers Dan Sullivan, United States middleweight champion, and Charlies Franklyn, pupil of Dr. Roller, meet next Monday at Junction hall. A preliminary between Gene Sullivan and Chick Hutchins will also be staged drawing many Seattle spectators.

Dan Sullivas United States Charlies Franklyn Dr. Roller’s Junction Hall Ballard Seling Sullivan Frankiyste Gene Sulivan Chick” Hutchins

Cheap Eastern Excursions Announcement

The notice advertises inexpensive trips advertised by the Oregon RK and Navigation Co. through Portland with agency by EB Ellie, general agent. It lists dates in August and mentions multiple references to excur­sions and travel details read as available in the fragment.

Jane Sor,uly Tech Trhfiat Saad Oregon RK. & Navigation Co Portland EB. Ellie

Attell the Ring Genius Over Muscle in Fame

In San Francisco, Abe Attell, featherweight champion, is praised for ring intelligence over brute strength. He studies opponents, uses eye precision and technical skill to counter heavier rivals, aiming to outpoint Joe Gans and build a fortune amid the sport’s shifting fortunes.

Star San Francisco Owen Moran Abie Abe Panto Attelis Joe Gana Joe Gans Streight Attell Ckiff

Cullen Scaler Fight Set for Saturday at Sound Beach

Betting runs high for the Cullen Scaler bout to be held next Saturday afternoon at Sound Beach. Scaler, strong at Spokane, crowds money in his favor. Cullen, backed by Seattle supporters, vows to win. Dick, Buckles, and Marine help Cullen train as Scaler prepares at Sound Beach.

Cullen-Sealer Sound Beach Sealer Spokane Cullen Seattle Washington Club Guy Buckles Marine Dick Scaler

Weighting confidence as crowds plan boxing event

The article notes a confident fighter betting his own money against Cullen. Johnnie Reid has nearly finished arrangements and expects a record crowd. Imminaries will be staged as Steamer Yosemite leaves for the ringside in the afternoon.

Cullen Johnnie Reid Yosemite

Ketchell Favorite in Incoming Fight

Milwaukee June 3 Stanley Ketchell is a stout favorite over Papke in betting for tomorrow night’s bout. Papke’s supporters back him heavily while Chicago fans back Papke. Both men rested from heavy work as hundreds visited Ketchell’s camp and Papke arrived this morning.

United Milwaukee Tanley Ketchell Papke Chicago Fight Paphe

Spokane shuts Seattle out from innings of hockey

Spokane defeated Seattle 8 to 0 as Jensen held Seattle hitless until the fifth inning. Beattie pitcher Welch allowed runs due to errors by Adama and Cahill, while Seattle managed a rare baserunner and a double play on a botched sacrifice.

United Press Spokane Heatie Jensen Indians Welch Beattie Adama Cahill Seattle Jennen Stanley Bennett Allen

Fragmented OCR Mystery From Southward Tract

A garbled OCR fragment mentions Piaget Vindwt and a teartage, unclear place or event. Readable pieces point to a crossed-out claim or notice about a local issue, with no coherent names or dates to confirm.

Yerkes Printing Team Seeks Game With Mount Maker

The Yerkes Printing team seeks a game with Mount Maker for next Sunday. Both squads reportedly have players averaging 16 years old. Arrangements are coordinated by Bernie Getaler on the second floor of the Times building.

Yerkes Printing Company Mount Maker Bernie Getaler Times

Canucks Beat Lumbermen 6 2 In Dugdale Park Game

Aberdeen and Vancouver opened a two game set at Dugdale Park with the Canucks winning 6 to 2 as Erickson spun a strong effort allowing three hits. Nordyke Mundorff and Quigley starred defensively while Vancouver seized three third inning runs aided by Califf miscue and an error. The clubs schedule a 3:30 matinee with Paddock or Hickey to pitch for Vancouver and Starkell or Thompson for Aberdeen.

Aberdeen Vancouver Dugdale's Park Canucks Erickson Nordyke Mundorff Quigley Califf Fitegerald Rune Paddock Hickey Starkell Thompson

Start of a Champion Right Affects a Policeman

Los Angeles on June 1 reports Sergt Dan Long of the police force credits a punch by James J Jeffries, heavyweight champion, as his life’s tough start. Long recounts how the 1896 San Francisco bout shaped his career, leading to his police service and notable record.

Los Angeles Jas J. Jeffries Sergt Dan Long Jim San Prancisco Long Jeffries Gallagher Milly” Smith San Francisco Seffries Lenewees Scegen

Dr Roller to Wrestle for Seattle Press Club

A telegram from Br. F Roller received by the Seattle Press Club confirms his plan to appear June 16 at Dreamland rink in aid of the club. The event precedes his world championship match with Gotch and promises a bumper audience as four local wrestlers and others seek to challenge the medical man on the mat.

Satie Factory Seattle Newman, Tie Br. F. Roller Seattle Press Club Pr. Roller Age Metal Comers Dreamland Rink Roller Bis Gotch Beattie

Nolan to Match McFarland and Gans

United Press reports California promoter Hilly Nolan plans to match Packey McFarland and Joe Gans for lightweight titles and arrange bouts for other top fighters, aiming to bring Eastern talent west for six and twelve round bouts. Nolan carries a diamond-studded belt to award the featherweight winner and seeks Abe Attell and Jerry Delecoll for featherweight title contention.

United Ress Chicago Packey McFarland Joe Gane Nolan Hattling Nelson McParland San Francisco Pacific Coast Abe Attell Jerry Delecoll New York Philadelphia Oakland Nelson Gans Attell Tater Mero

Weight class scrambles loom in Henitle boxing card

The report covers multiple fighters including Huckles at 145 pounds and contenders like Dave Sullivan J F Touchard Lea and Krant in Utah. Mentions fights with Kid Sealer and Cleve Cullen plus Nelson, Gane, Phoke Ketchell and Chalmers. Unclear sequence, but notes impending bouts and safety concerns on circular tracks.

Henitle Dave Sullivan Husky

Fragmented OCR Item From Village Market List

A garbled OCR fragment lists various items and prices, including references to Village Care, American Power, and June 16. The text shows inconsistent digits and broken words, suggesting a damaged grocery or services ledger fragment. No coherent event or clear entities.

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