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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1908
Page
2
Tickets on Sale Today for Dreamland Wrestling Show
A record crowd is expected at Dreamland rink Thursday night as Dr B Roller faces Fred Reeill known as the Wisconsin Demon. The event aims to secure Roller a future match with Frank Gotch, world champion, with tickets likely selling at a premium as 3 600 seats are arranged. Roller plans summer rest on his home farm, then a Gotch bout possibly in Madison Square Garden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dreamland Rink
B . Roller
Fred Reeill
Wisconsin
Hope
Frank Gotch
Roller
Ts Rollers
Gotch
Madison Garden
New York City
Beells
New Orleans
Gotehh
Kansas City
Tom Jenkins
Asx Fox
Beell
Nd. Adamson
Indiana
Beeti
Joe Dizard
Remarkable Sprint In School Meet wrestling clash preview
The article previews a wrestling bout between Beell and Roller, detailing Beell's legendary early talent and proven power over heavyweights, and Roller’s speed and leg work. It notes Beell’s hard-earned reputation and Roller’s determination to win, with ticket sales at Joe Dizard's Place.
Friday Harbor Baseball Request From Seattle Manager
William Trimble of Friday Harbor requests a Seattle baseball manager to arrange an excursion and game at Friday Harbor on May 17 or 18. Contact Bapt W J Corcoran of the Black Ball Line, Pier 2 Seattle, to arrange excursion rate. Trimble guarantees the nine's expenses during the visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William 8. Trimble
Friday Harbor
Sporting
The
Star
Seattle
W. J. Corcoran
Pier 2
Trimble
Priday Harbor
Kilgore Dies After Fall From Scaffold at City Building
Jamon Kilgore a 20 year old cornice worker was killed when he fell from a scaffold at the old Standard Furniture Co building at Firntay and Spring 1 yesterday afternoon. Fellow worker Chris Anderson was slightly injured. Kilgore worked for Finlay and Robb contractors and lived with his brother Delbert Kilgore at 2195 Stathay. Mr Wiley of the Tithe Trust company Yale alumnus spoke to Washington high boys and offered a $300 Yale scholarship presented by the Yale club of this city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jamon Kilgore
Wiley
Tithe Trust Company
Yale
Washington High
Yale Club
Indians to Appear on Local Diamond First Time This Year
Spokane hosts a baseball showing featuring the Indians making their first appearance on the local diamond this season. The event brings together fans, teams, and local venue staff for a daytime exhibition.
Vancouver Cricket Club to Meet Local Eleven This June
Vancouver Cricket Club travels to face the local eleven on June 27, with a return set in Vancouver on July 4 as part of a busy summer schedule. The Western Washington interscholastic track meet draws over 200 entries, to be held on the rival campus next Saturday. The U S Olympic team may be a patched crew as funding struggles continue for a full national representation. Gwendolyn I sails today from San Pedro to begin the Pacific crossing test race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vancouver Cricket Club
Canucks
Vancouver
Western Washington
Ravalty
United States
Gwendolyn I
San Pedro
Mantend
Pany
McCarths
Setcliffe Baxter
McCarthy
Howard 3
Sheehan
Meeony Company
Local ball club opens week with lineup questions
Dugdale plans to start Lechfield at first as Spokane visitors test the Hiwashes after a Tacoma series. Quigley’s hot recent showing may shift. Quinley’s fit at first draws criticism but he offers effort. Tacoma games expose Seattle needing more pitching depth and steady relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lechfield
Quigley
Behofield
Quig
Quinley
Tacoma Eeries
Greatest cut sale in Seattle at HAINIRE CLOTHING CO
Announced as the greatest selling cut sale in Seattle featuring clothing hats shoes and mens furnishing goods. The event promises unprecedented discounts and public interest in the merchandise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Hainire Clothing CO
Beattie Poised to Lead Six-Game Series Against Spokane
Beattie is expected to carry four to five games in the six game slate with Spokane this week as Welch Rush Mobley and Met calf lag in form. Rusty Wright held a no hit game for Spokane against Vancouver last Saturday marking a league first this season while Seattle seeks a series victory. The Heavers at Aberdeen and Hut te at Tacoma face strong bottom teams as Russ Hall's Miners hope to improve after recent showings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Welch
Rush
Mobley
Metcalf
Beattie
Spokane
Rusty Wright
Vancouver
Aberdeen
Hutte
Tacoma
Russ Hall
Husky Miners
Try Schilling's Hest Tea It Satisfies Or Money Back
A terse shopper pitch urges trying Schilling's Hest tea with a money back guarantee through the grocer if the buyer is unsatisfied. The ad emphasizes value and quality as a reason to switch from poor tea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schilling
Tigers Foresee series win to keep Aberdeen from top
The Tigers aim to secure a series lead and derail Aberdeen’s path to the top of the standings. Coaches emphasize tight defense and consistent hitting to protect home advantage and move closer to the pennant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tigers
Conver
Aberdeen
Baseball Schedule Lays Out Today's Major League Games
Local listings show American League action from Boston to Seattle. Teams like the Yankees, Red Sox, and Mariners are set for afternoon and evening tilts across venues including Clackamette, Tacome, and Aberdeen with multiple broadcasts today.
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McCarthy Dry Goods Company
Carthy Dry Goods Co
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SSS Tools
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