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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1912

Page

2

Tigers Triumph In Eleven Inning Showdown Over Giants

The Tigers edged the Giants 4 to 3 in 11 innings as Vancouver tops Spokane and Portland slips to third. Umpire Jimmy Toman's call on a close play at second helped spark Seattle's late rally. Thompson and Starkell pitched well for the Tigers as Beavers beat Spokane in another tight contest.

Tigers Giants Seattle Vancouver Spokane Portland Champs Ooo Tacoma Seat Jimmy Toman Nill Whaling Jimmy Thompson Starkell Champa Indians George Engle Beavers Bridger Willis Eagle

Northwestern Seattle vs Tacoma Baseball News Brief

Baseball recap featuring Northwestern Seattle and Tacoma line scores and player notes. Moray Moran home run and three-base hits highlighted, with pitching details for Cruickshank and Thompson and a summary of runs, hits, and errors by inning and team standings across Coast and National leagues.

Northwestern Seattle Meran Raymond Weed McMultin Coe Igech Cameron Crittenden Moran bile—Moran Mann Behneider Haymond Nils Thompson Theompseon Schneider Starkell Belle Lynch Whaling

Hal Chase Not for Trade Amid Rumors of Meek Trade

In Hoston on May 11 manager Harry Wolverton denied rumors Hal Chase of the New York Americans would be traded to Boston or Washington. He dismissed talk of Chase replacing Tris Speaker in Boston or him going to Washington for Walter Johnson. Wolverton asserted the Highlanders have no trades in contemplation.

Hal Chase Hoston New York Americans Boston Washington Harry Wolverton Chase Tris Speaker Walter Johnson Wolverton Highlanders

Fight promoters seek court ruling on draws under Frawley law

New York May 11 fight promoters gather to press for a court ruling on whether decisions may be given under the Frawley law in professional boxing within the state. Referee Haley’s gesture signaling victory after Jim Stewart’s bout with Gunboat Smith sparked protests from the boxing commission, and Haley will be a test case in the courts.

New York Haley Jim Stewart Gunboat Smith Boxing Commission

Two Bouts for Papke to Return in New York

Former middleweight champion Hilly Papke is slated for two comeback bouts. He faces Battling Hurley in New York Thursday night and then travels to Philadelphia to meet Harry Ramsey on the following night.

Papke New York Hilly Papke Pauke Battling Hurley Sramp Philadelphia Harry Ramsey

Kohler Defeats Ferns In Ten-Round Decision

Paul Kohler of Cleveland defeats Clarence Ferns of Kansas City after ten hard rounds in Kansas City. Kohler is awarded the decision in a close bout.

Kohler Ferns Kansas City Paul Kohler Cleveland Clarence Ferns

Adthaus Wins The Title In Northwest Boxing Meet

After two nights of elimination contests in Portland 13 fighters stood out in their classes in the Northwest boxing and wrestling event. Notable results include Knowlton of Portland defeating McKevitt of Spokane by knockout in a lightweight bout and Rothaus of Seattle A C winning at 126 pounds. Champions span clubs including Multnomah A C Victoria Columbus Portland and Vancouver A C with various weight classes producing clear victors.

Portland, Or Northwest Multnomah Amateur Athletic Club McKevitt Spokane Knowlton Portland Vancouver B. C Multnomah Davies James Pay Athletic Club Victoria McNeil Columbus Club Pounts Rothaus Seattle A. C Pfiremeen E Athletic Lab Kri Miebus Multnomah A. C A. O'Donnell

Moran’s Baseball Comeback Under Barry’s Praise

Pat Moran shows improved batting, base running, and fielding as he regains form. Barry praises him as a great ball player after earlier doubts from Jack Tighe and President Dag.

Pat Moran Kidf Barry Jack Tighe Pat N. W Moran Dag Jack

Wolgast Seeks Win Before Ritchie Bout in Prancio

Ad Wolgast rests in Prancio preparing for a four round session with Willie Ritchie tomorrow. Wolgast, 131 pounds, says he feels fast and sound after appendix surgery last November. Ritchie weighs 154 pounds and already trains hard. Wolgast rejects a 15000 dollar NY offer to fight Packey McParland, saying the bout could draw sixty thousand and he would deserve half.

Wolgast Willie Ritchie Wollgast Ritchie New York Packey McParland

Robinson to Boom Boxing in Japan for Young Togo

SAN FRANCISCO May 11 Ed die Robinson manager of Young Togo a midget Japanese boxer whose career ended by failing eyesight said he will leave May 29 for Japan to promote boxing in Tokyo and Yokohama He plans to open boxing clubs and will take trunks of gloves and paraphernalia.

San Francisco Eddie Robinson Togo Iil Japan Robinson Tokio Yokohama

University of Oregon Tops Dual Track Meet With ALC

Eugene Oregon May 11 University of Oregon won the annual dual track meet against Oregon Agricultural College with a high score 97 percent. McClure of Geepen set a Northwest track record in the half mile with 1 69 145. McGuire teammate clocked 9 minutes 58 2 5 seconds in the two mile.

Eugene, Or University of Oregon Today Oregon Agricultural College McClure Geepen McGuire

Crusade Against Pools Aims to Halt Baseball Pools

New York and nearby clubs announce a campaign against baseball game pools. Police begin cracking down as officials insist pools are doomed and illegal betting must end.

New York Brooklyn Jersey City

Flynn arrives in Las Vegas for July Fourth heavyweight title bout

Flynn is greeted by hundreds of citizens and a brass band in Las Vegas as he begins training for his Fourth of July heavyweight championship fight with Jack Johnson. Local crowd cheers as Flynn reaches Las Vegas Hot Springs for training today.

Vegas N Jim Flynn Jack Johnson Las Vegas Hot Springs

Amateur teams prepare for season opener in The Star contest

Between 50 and 100 teams will clash on amateur diamonds Sunday as the season opens. Gas Works and Poulsbo enter Class A, likely to meet in the opening game. Exelsiors, Shaner & Wolff, Olympics, Blue Ribbons, Nationals, Pan toriuma already in. Class BH features Cole man and rivals Lowman & Hanford, Ross A. C., Leachis. Class C division expected hot. final entries due today.

Gas Works Poulsbo Excelsiors Shaner & Wolff Olympics F Blue Ribbons Pantoriuma

Controversy Over Referee Patey Haley Ruling

In York, referee Patey Haley drew sharp criticism from the state boxing commission for raising the left arm of Jim Stewart after a 10 round bout with Gun Boat Smith. Officials say the action signaled a victory for Stewart though decisions are not allowed. Frank O Neil of the commission will review the matter with the attorney general.

Ly Watted Preac Senget Weer York Patey Haley State Boxing Commission Jim Stewart Brooklyn Gunboat Smith Stewart Frank O'Neil State Athletic Commission

New Swimming Record for Women at Olympic Trials

In Liverpool on May 11 Mise Daley Curwen set a new world record for women in the 100 meters with 1 minute 23.16 seconds during Olympic Games elimination trials. The previous mark was 1.24.26 set by Miss V. Neave.

Ty United Liverpool Mise Daley Curwen Mies V. Neave

Secretary Knox Heads to Grand Canyon Arizona

In Los Angeles on May 10 Secretary of State Philander C. Knox departed for the Grand Canyon region of the Colorado in Arizona after delivering strong criticisms of Col. Roosevelt and praising President Taft.

Los Angeles Col. Roosevelt Taft Philander C. Knox Grand Canyon of the Colorado Arizona

Albers challenge spurs out of town teams on Decoration Day

Al Rose questions visiting teams as he issues a bold challenge for a game on Decoration Day. The Violet Oats face three tough Sundays in a row with Port Gamble Fort Casey and Marysville on the docket.

al Rose

Lincoln Teams Travel to Tacoma for Meet and Games

The Lincoln baseball and track squads depart Colmandock Saturday forenoon to face Tacoma rivals in the Stadium. Track lineup under Coach Scholl and Sam Dumbolten includes Ames, A Baikema, Cadwell, Campbell, Carlander, Draves, Farr, Finlay, Howells, Kayser, Loomis, Nelson, Rodgers, H Sharpe and possibly Anderson. Baseball roster under Coach Allen features Hinton, Hovey, Young, Sharpe, Nelson, Anderson, Morris, Stowell, Morehouse Jr. Pantoriums vs Keystone Giants slated Sunday at Woodland Park 12 to 2 with good weather expected. First United Bank nines beat Second United 6 to 5 with Edelen earning 12 strikeouts. Commerce and Seattle National to play tonight.

Lincoln Colmandock Tacoma Scholl Sam Dumbolten Ames A. Baikema Cadwell Campbell Carlander Draves Farr Finlay Howells Kayser Loomis Nelson Rodgers H. Sharpe Anderson Allen Hinton Hovey Young Sharpe Andrieson Morris Stowell Morehouse, Jr

Albers to Play Port Gamble in Sunday Excursion

Albers team plans Sunday trip to Port Gamble to challenge the strong local club. Manager Al Rose arranged a boat excursion from Sillicos landing at 9 am with hopes of arranging games against Everett Mount Vernon Stanwood or other out of town teams. A large following is expected and communications go to 1720 Yesterday Seattle.

Albers Port Gamble al Rose Sillicos Galbrath Dock Rose Everett Mount Vernon Stanwood Seattle

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