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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1906
Page
2
Dave Holly of Philadelphia stops Rafe Turner in the twentieth round with a devastating combination that left Turner unconscious at ringside. The bout featured Holly’s cleaner technique and clinch work outweighing Turner’s early jabs as the crowd watched a decisive knock-out finish.
Turner failed to capitalize in the 11th round after an accidental substance on his left glove disrupted his chance. Holly suffered a sore eye and confusion as the referee intervened to calm the scene. The prelim between Ceci Hatfield and Chick Hudson ended in a draw, praised for Bert Murphy’s referee work. The cosmopolitan crowd included Hall, Skinner, Sutherland, and many others, with Turner’s seconds and Holly’s supporters ringside.
Ladies Day crowd buzzed as favorites won the last three races led by Grace St. Clair and Watchful. Yeoman and Funnyside each claimed strong finishes, with Major Tenny driving to win the final event amid heavy betting and brisk pace throughout the card.
Duella led most of the stretch but Bonar tired late and failed to win. Jeas ridden by Pose Wright claimed third by four lengths. Major Tenny, ridden by Karndhow, was cut at the post and may miss a fortnight. Dueket opened at 16 to 1 and ran well.
Partial OCR shows a star chart entry with titles and numbers incomplete. Readable terms include star names and a date or event marker but full details are not clear.
Vickers leads Fresno with faultless support as the team dominates the Pishersgere division. Perrie and Truck Egan both struggle, while Disston saws fetch discounted prices and promotional travel deals are advertised for June 23.
Fragmentary notes describe a June event in Tacoma with mentions of Noetiger and Wurtey and an action involving saving someone during a game. The readable text is incomplete and lacks clear names, dates, or outcomes.
Starter Duke was suspended a week for misconduct at the post as W Smith rode Ramos in race two. Grace St Clair won race one for owner J K E Hoppus who bet 55 on the filly at 6 to 1. Dusty Miller and Fisher Boy showed for an airing while Pelham was absent in race five. Johnny Lyons bet 909 on Major Tenny to show at 2 to 6, Tenny leading most of the way. The first race had the meeting’s worst start.
An urging to open a savings account at the State Bank of Seattle promises safety and 4 percent interest compounded semiannually. The ad emphasizes minimal initial deposit and steady growth with a persuasive, period-appropriate sales tone.
In a distracted field, a horse bolted briefly at the post before the start. Grace 8 and Clair Wan fumbled during the dash but did not affect other contenders. Grace 8 will be rested briefly while Harry Gorman returns to competition with support from San Mtein, Harry Ferguson, and a noted bookmaker team.
An advertisement from the German Saving, and Loan Association invites small investors to join a 6 to 7 year plan promising steady monthly cents payments and safety. The notice mentions real estate backing and directs readers to contact Omer Beery at 416 Valley Building for details.
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