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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1910
Page
2
A chaotic Seattle victory over Cincinnati featured miscued plays and clouded umpire calls. Key moments included Lynch homering, Frisk advancing on a third strike, and multiple baserunning miscues as Seattle edged ahead in a wild fifth inning.
Beavers jammed Spokane 9 to 0 as Kilittay drew walks and racked up seven bases on balls while Jason struggled but received strong outfield support from Swain. Bevan, Erickson, Capron and Behan contributed in the batting against a rough pitching effort.
Snippet lists Batteries Brown Parsons Graham Raridon Cole and Archer among names in a league report. No clear event details or outcomes, but references to players and positions suggest a brief box or lineup note in the sports section.
The report states Dutch Klawitter, bought from Shreveport by John McGraw last fall, has been turned over to Baltimore. He is described as a good pitcher and a crackerjack all round ball tosser who played every position including catcher for Shreveport.
Eccentric southpaw Rube Waddell may never pitch again after a left elbow fracture from a pitched ball in Bowton. Attending surgeons fear the arm will not function. Once a pivotal star for Connie Mack and the Athletics, Waddell's future is uncertain amid a career marked by erratic behavior and remarkable skill.
An Everett high school student, Stutchell, reportedly ran 100 yards in 9.4 seconds, a claim the Everett papers cite with timekeeper credentials. He is to compete in Seattle next Saturday at the state Interscholastic track meet, where authenticity will be tested.
Gaddy pitched well through four despite tough odds and finished strong in the fifth. Lynch slugged a homer two doubles and a single while Adama added a homer and two singles. Gerald absorbed three homers as Seattle’s offense sparked a busy afternoon. Brinker read personals but enjoyed the game, as Seattle’s order finally clicked in the fifth.
Clarke Griffith seeks a third baseman as Hans Lobert struggles. Joe McGinnity's Newark team leads the Eastern race, gaining pace and easing the field. Neal Ball, Nap shortstop, rumored to be released after a hot spring but cooled, managed one hit in 20 at bats since the season started.
Standings show Portland leading with 84 wins and 16 losses followed by San Francisco 26 19 668 and Los Angeles 22 26 A Oakland 20 465 Sacramento 14 2 388. The Portland match notes list Criger and n dorff Amith Seaton Krapp and Fisher among players.
Jan Zbyesko, the Polish wrestler, won two straight falls over Roller in Buffalo New York on May 17. The first fall lasted one hour five minutes with Zbyesko driving Roller to the mat and injuring his shoulder. In the second fall Roller’s left arm failed, and his seconds threw up the sponge as Zbyesko continued the attack.
Los Angeles May 17 Moran refuses to make 125 pounds for bantamweight title clash with Conley. Initial announcement had Moran at 126 pounds at 6 pm, allowing him to weigh in 10 pounds more in ring. Moran previously fought at 122 pounds for Abe Attell. refusal to adjust weight baffles local officials and promoters.
The Eddie Marino and Kid Scaler headlining boxing match at the Elliott Bay Athletic Club in Seattle has been reserved by the club management. Both fighters have trained faithfully for two weeks and are set to box later this month.
Two summer racing meetings are planned in Vancouver under Col. Robert F. Leighton of the British Columbia Thoroughbred Association. The first from June 3 to June 10 and a second from July 1 to July 8, with details pending regarding dates and facilities. McAleer in Washington reports pitching staff troubles for the Nationals, which may affect their season prospects.
In San Francisco on May 17 Tex Rickard agreed to referee the Jeffries Johnson bout after a heated conference among Johnson, Jeffries backers, and Berger. The session featured tempers flaring and sharp exchanges as Rickard accepted the role to satisfy both sides.
Oakland report says Jeffries Johnson fight unlikely to be held in Emeryville or Alameda area. District Attorney Donahue faces pressure to block the event and sheriffs are expected to decide soon on interference.
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