Water baseball and other sports dope from Len Hunt
The Dope Sheet reviews water baseball as a budding sport with ponds and rafts, notes a rain-soaked county and city treasurers game ending 12 to 11, and humorously explores short stops and licorice in baseball lore. It also cites John L. Sullivan praising boxer Jim McCormick as a future champion with candid Sparring theatre commentary.
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Seattle
Jim McCormick
John L. Sullivan
Story Theater
America
Feller
John
No boy unimpaired physically should be a swimmer
A brief educational note accompanies a photo showing the lineup for a water game. The text emphasizes inclusivity in swimming and references a junior sports activity.
Novel five man bat game fascinates spectators on shore
Spectators in boats watch a quirky five player per side game with no outfield or shortstop. A homer lands with three on base as players swim for balls and bases. Charlie Lamsey shines for Brooklyn with two runs four hits stealing two bases in a Lumsey dominated contest. Cliff Blankenship faces arrest for on field punches while Dugdale’s side wheeler prepares to face Seattle’s Jack Hickey in Columbus American Association play.
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Charlie Lamsey
Charlie
Trolley-Dodgers
Brooklyn
Lamsey
Lumsey
Charley
Cliff Blakenship
Seattle
Hoe
Kid Clymer
Pittsburg
Blankenship
Jack Hickey
Dugdale
Wheeler
Columbus
American Association
Baseball Notes From Seattle Slugger Gossip
Grandpa Van Haltren and his Wandering Willies head to Seattle until 6 30 with Shields officiating the initial game Moskiman will pitch for Oakland. The column names players and teams with light banter about form and rhythm in a casual baseball page feature.
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Grandpa van Haltren
Seattle
Shields
Moskiman
Oakland
Nick
Frisco
Blondy
Johnnie Burns
Chonsy
Byrne
Russ Mall
Dusty
Baby Kemmer
Jimmy McHale
Gazabo
Swat
Skel Roach
International Ocean Race Sails to England for Golf Championship
The article notes Wille Anderson sails to England on Saturday to contest the English golf championship. Minnesota football begins spring practice, first time in its history. A comic quip about Old John and a bet with Prof Oxssler appears, plus a bookmaker James J. Quinn goes crazy after Sysonby Race King dead heat.
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Wille Anderson
England
Minnesota
John I
Oxssler
John
Guttenburg
James J. Quinn
Directory Update Notice for Polk County
Polk's Directory Co asks readers to notify changes of residence or business as the directory is now in presa ad format and distribution.
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Polk's Directory Co
Presa
Oldfield and Fletcher Set May 20 Race Challenge
Barney Oldfield and MH W Fletcher agreed to a match race on a northern track May 20. They will run 6 and 10 miles with a coin flip deciding a third if needed. Fletcher, winner at Ormond on the Vanderbilt ten mile, bids to prove himself against the renowned Oldfield.
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Barney Oldfield
MH. W. Fletcher
W. K. Vanderbilt
Cresceus Stable Set To Enter Grand Circuit
Toledo owner and driver Geo H. Ketcham will campaign Cresceus and six of his offspring this spring to test their speed on the Grand Circuit. If the colts prove capable, the plan could mark a landmark in trotting history with one trainer handling a half dozen horses on the big circuit.
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Geo. H. Ketcham
Toledo Horseman
Toledo
Cresceus
Ketchum
Glenville
Columbus
Dr Miles Pills Claim Cure for Constipation
It asserts women suffer from female weakness and that Dr Miles Nerve and Liver Pills cure constipation by strengthening nerves and stomach muscles. Claims a gentle natural bowel movement results. Says suitable for children and available at druggists.
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Miles
Druggista
Japs Lose to Berkeley in Dramatic Baseball Clash
Herkeley, May 16. The University of Waseda baseball team of Tokio Japan fell to Berkeley 6 to 2 in a game praised as a standout for field play. Newman baffled the Jap pitchers while Kono faltered in the seventh, letting California pull away with four runs.
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Herkeley
University of Waseda
Tokio
Japan
Berkeley
Newman
Kono
Californians
Sullivan to Edit Beattie Daily Star Sporting Page
John L. Sullivan will edit Wednesday a sporting page of The Beattie Daily Star with full control over content. The world heavyweight champion will present how he would run the section and shape sports news for readers.
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Joan L
John L. Sullivan
Beattie Daily Star
The
Star
Sporting News
Future Greats Triumph as MacDougal Southwick Blank Ana Cortes
The MacDougal and Southwick team defeated the Ana Cortes aggregation 6 to 0 at the venue on Sunday. Smith and Wills formed the Seattle battery and shut down Ana Cortes while Dillon hit a home run. The report highlights strong pitching and Seattle power in a decisive baseball win.
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MacDougal & Southwick
Anacortes
Smith
Wills
Battery
Seattle
Dillon
Secret Cure Promises Quick Restoration for Men
An advertisement touts a new combination remedy claimed to cure weakness and restore vigor for men of all ages. It promises rapid results and urges readers to contact for the treatment, asserting strong testimonials and dramatic improvements.
Benefit Games For Fire Department Fund Planned
On June 3 two charity games will feature the lice and the fire department and the city clerks and county auditors. The events start at 2 PM and 4 PM with proceeds to aid Joe Rt who was injured in a fire. Receipts will be given to Mr. as a token of appreciation for the firemen.
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Crooked Creek Mining Co
Burke Building
Seattle
Washington
Said ,Company
J. O. Calhoun
Harry A. True
BE. B. Simmons
Lice
Joe Rt
The
Star
Ind
Theattle Star
Portland
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