Auto Couriers Mark Best Roads to Portland for Rose Carnival
Seattle Automobile club officials Frank M. Fretwell and Norman Abrams led a crew with a large auto truck carrying signs to guide Northwest motorists toward Portland for the Rose Carnival. They passed the passes and aimed to reach the Columbia River area early next week, anticipating participation in the Portland auto parade.
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Big Indianapolis Race Sparks Wide Debate Among Auto Men
The Indianapolis race last Saturday dominates discussion on auto row this week. Dealers argue about the event’s merit and the role of luck, noting bets, possible replacements for winners, and the potential for a new race funded by as much as 75 000. Some seek to curb speed racing, others doubt it can be stopped.
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Outside Drivers Will Join Run To Vancouver
The Seattle Automobile Club plans its annual run to Vancouver B C on June 17 and expects 50 to 100 cars to start the procession. Machine owners in Bellingham and other cities along the Pacific Highway are invited to join as the route reaches them.
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Ayer’s Pills Endorsement Says Seek Doctor Approval
Ayer’s Pills ad urges readers to consult a doctor for approval before use. It claims 60 years of trusted confidence and advises obtaining professional guidance prior to taking the remedy. The message emphasizes doctor approval as a prerequisite.
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Ayer
How to Play First Base In Baseball Positions
The first baseman must keep a foot on the base when receiving the ball to retire a runner. He should position to best receive throws from the pitcher and catcher, judge the ball’s arrival, and remain alert at all times. Quick, accurate throws and readiness to support other positions are essential.
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Zackert Fades the Victorians in Final Frames
Victoria drops a 6 to 4 decision to Spokane in a close game, with Zackert’s pitching for the Bees holding off late Victorians rallying. Kellar homered for Victoria, Seattle also had scoring briefly as Mo Marda doubled and Ten Million stole home. Spokane later beat Vancouver 5 to 1 to raise their pennant, powered by eighth inning hits. Tacoma edged Portland 6 to 3 as Burns and Rockenfield contributed key runs inclining on a steal home.
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Coast League Brieflets Open With Portland and San Francisco
A clipped Coast League item mentions Portland and San Francisco with Vernon alongside. The note suggests an initial league glimpse or standings fragment, reflecting early season context or a schedular reference without full details.
Johnsons Challenger In Pink
The article previews Jack Johnsons upcoming heavyweight bout against Bombardier Wells the English champion. It notes little is known about Wells on this side and urges readers to buy the Star Pink sheet for full details from the Star special correspondent.
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Bombardier Wells
England
Nesto
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Wella
See Lonton's Bargains on page 3 today's Star
An entertainment brief notes a dance at Dreamland tonight featuring a dance event advertised in the Star. The item references pricing or deals at Lonton's Bargains on page 3.
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Khaki and Sporting Goods Line Promoted
We carry a complete line of khaki rubber and oil clothing rubber footwear and bun dries wool socks cutlery fishing tackle Wright and Dit son tennis goods imported golf and tennis shoes guns and ammunition.
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Gunboat Smith Beaten in San Francisco Card
In San Francisco on June 3 Charlie Miller overwhelmed Gunboat Smith with a rushing attack. The show featured Willame vs McGurn billed as a four round affair, plus McFarland defeating Guy Lee and a draw between Wille and Long. Turner beat Wheeler in a comeback win as Holmen defeated Sailor Layce and Wolgast drew with Kid Sambo.
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Charlie Miller
Smith Miller
Savage
Gua Miller
Rufus Willame
Joe McGurn
Rereree Hanlon
Willlame
McGurna
Tommy McFarland
Guy Lee
Portland
Joe Wille
Joe Long
Rkuie Turner
Dick” Wheeler
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Turner Hilly Holmen
Sailor Layce
Young Wolgast
Kid Sambo
Long Shot and Death Shocks Bend Fight Scene
Louie Long a noted northwestern lightweight was shot and killed near Bend Oregon by J L Riley a Portland cigar store clerk who chased him in an automobile engaged him in a fifth round duel and finally shot him Mrs Riley was with her husband when he killed Long and he later surrendered The veteran fighter had reentered boxing after a period of rheumatism and had recent draws and bouts in Oregon and Washington Meanwhile Vancouver wrestler George Walker defeated J A Macdonald to win the Festival of Empire games title and claim Canada’s intercollegiate championship at the Y M C A gym in Winnipeg
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English Champion Defeats Cross in New York Bout
Matt Wells English lightweight champion after winning the English title from Freddie Welsh in London defeated Leach Crows in a ten round bout in New York. Wells showed marked improvement in his first appearance in America since the title win.
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Attell Cancels With Knockout Brown For Pune 8
Abe Attell forfeits a scheduled Pune 8 boxing bout due to an injured hand. The cancellation follows his statement he cannot perform at his best. Coastal updates note Chicago baseball talks and other sports items from Boston to Spokane and London racing results.
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Abe Attell
Knockout Brown
Pune
Wells to Meet Artha Johnson Wells in London Fight
Chicago June 3 Promoter Hugh McIntosh sent a cablegrant assuring Jack Johnson his $30 000 purse for a Bombardier Wells bout in London is satisfactory Artha Johnson says Johnson will sail June 6 to accept the terms and meet Wells in the ring
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United Press
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Bombardier Wells
London
Johnson
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McIntosh
Midgets Track Meet Set For University Campus This Afternoon
Local and Tacoma high school athletes enter a specialized event at the university campus this afternoon. Organizers promote an exclusive meet for the smaller competitors, highlighting participation from numerous schools.
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Tacoma
Willis Bryant Wins Qs Letters in Every Sport at Queen Anne
Willis Bryant 19, a Queen Anne High senior, earned the school’s Qs for baseball and track and had previously won Qs for football and basketball, becoming the first student to letters in all departments. He also won an L at Lincoln High for track and played multiple positions, including guard on football and center on basketball. Bryant, a fast 6% second quarter miler about 5 feet 9 inches, 158 pounds, reentered track this season and helped the relay win at the state Interscholastic meet in Tacoma. He hopes to enter the University of Washington next year. he is the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Bryant.
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West Woodland seeks game with youth team Sunday morning
The West Woodland group aims to play a game with a team averaging 16 years at Woodland Park on Sunday June 4 at 10 a.m. Contact Ballard 469 or Gal lard 1428 for arrangements. The Loyal Heights beat Levenston tors 18 to 2 last Sunday and seek more games.
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