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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1909
Page
3
The Tigers won their third straight game as Magee Kelleackey and Rich’s hitting duo powered the offense. Harry Rush pitched well, holding foes to few hits though late plays and errors marred the defense.
Roscoe Taylor from Seattle debuts as a lightweight in professional ranks at the North Beach facility on June 8. He loses a decision to Charlie Reilly after a tough 12 rounds, with Reilly proving sharper in the final rounds. Coaches note Taylor struggled with the finer points of the game, and Reilly held a shade in every round.
Reports say night baseball at League Park Cincinnati may become popular though it starts as a novelty. Officials warn it could fail as public interest wavers like past horse racing experiments. If rules require a certain lead time before a winner, electric light games may wait on rule changes.
Philadelphia June 8 Ha 201 Hotchkins of Berkeley California won the United States women's tennis championship by defeating Mme Barger-Wallach of New York, last year's champion, in two straight sets 60 61.
A fragment notes the National Commission valuing a pinch hitter and Dode and Criss seeking $3,000. The commission claimed their salary demands were not extravagant while stressing the challenge of proving the pinch-hitting role.
COBE CUP WINNER CHEVROLET Hulek won over Crown Point Indiana course on June 19 covering 395 miles in 4 hours 1 minute 99 seconds at an average speed of 49.26 mph. Mechanical skill aided the win as much as driver ability in all tanks and cups.
Final plans for the international aeronautic exhibition to open July 10 at Frankfort on Main with prizes totaling 50000 dollars. Heavier than air machines and dirigibles compete. military balloons omitted. Three race meetings planned and entries expected from around the globe. Also guns show for anti airship combat. Erhard and Krapp factories showcase airship weapons.
The fragment notes a run in the second inning and Spokane opening here roads while Mike's men stay busy for nine games. The Indians struggle through defeats and vow to rebound in this series. Beatie’s first appearance returns with Mike and the help.
Bruce Ashmon a 185 pound wrestler from the coast seeks a match in Seattle aiming to face Virgil Venables or any contender in his class. A husky coal miner by trade he promises honest work and is open to challenges from any eligible opponent.
Wallace MacDougall promoter of the Tacoma Marathon says the event next week in Tacoma will be a success with local and invited runners. He dismisses offers from Arthur Burn and Don Connelly of San Francisco and notes Wil Stanley and Don Hubbenete have posted faster times, while he already has enough entries to guarantee a strong race.
Varig June 28 Verdun ridden by Marat carried the honors in the Grand Prix de Paris at Longchamp in a driving finish with Rebelle and Anton. Weather heavy with rain and soft track did not deter a crowd of over 200000 prominent figures. The prize totals $74155. distance one mile seven furlongs. Vanderbilt entries Negefol and Oversight led early but Verdun took the lead near the last turn as eleven starters battled under a blanket finish.
A garbled ad copy asserts life improvements from riding and fitness, urging immediate purchase before a July 2 sale ends. It touts a low price of 45 and claims greater value than other dealers, stressing happiness and well being as benefits of the product line.
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