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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1906
Page
2
Oscar Jones struggles with base running and fielding miscues tip Seattle in a 3 to 2 defeat. Hackett suffers three passed balls and is tagged for errors as Beattie and Smith drive in runs. late eighth inning rallies fail to reclaim the lead.
An advertisement for Finck's auction at 816 Second Avenue lists diamonds watches jewelry and fine silverware with daily sale times at 2 30 and 7 30. Includes a chair for ladies and other items.
A scheduled bout between Battling Nelson and Mauro Herrera fell through after a weigh in dispute caused by a faulty scale. Herrera refused to weigh in at the required time, ate supper, and the crowd was refunded as the fight was called off.
The narrative recalls a tense clash where three bits and an error let a late run slip in. Blankes would have scored if allowed another attempt, but a third run went uncaught. Graham pitched carefully though not invincible, while Russ Hall debuted from Arlington and Red Dog Devereaux sparked a miscue that unsettled the recruit and left him unable to stand.
A terse scout note from Arlington describes a player whose fielding is satisfactory but not polished. The report hints the club may not mourn if he struggles to improve.
Two overly enthusiastic men in the Seattle grandstand caused a disruption by loud yells during a Beattie game. A police officer ordered the yell ing to stop as local fans and management complained of the disturbance. The out of town spectator apologized, while one vowed to remain quiet, others left in disappointment.
The barber notes players cannot perform if their minds wander from work. He remarks that one cannot play ball or run a bank or shave with absent attention. He expresses a wish to be at the ballpark.
SPOKANE May 26 E B Killa crackshot of western Washington was elected president of the Washington State Spokesman s association at the annual meeting. The Seattle man has ranked high in the annual tournament but failed to win first honors H B Kershaw of Walla Walla won the Spokesman Review medal yesterday H W McElroy of Spokane leads for the week s shooting.
The Northern Pacific offers greatly reduced round trip tickets to eastern points on June 4 6 7 23 and 25 July 2 3 for travel east from the ticket office at corner First Avenue and Yeostway. The offer provides a chance to visit former homes or conduct business at reduced fare.
Seattle Kennel Club showcases winners at Madison Park pavilion with medals and trophies to be awarded by President Sharples this evening. Judge Coles led judging amid praise for dogs, many rivaling the best in the United States.
In Coney Island police court Hughey McGovern admitted secretly marrying a blonde wife a year ago. The pair, once quarrelling, reconciled in court and left together. Mrs. Hughey McGovern had been an artist’s model for Christy works.
The fragment details multiple races with horses such as Precious Stone and Queen Royal Legend. It notes times around 1:49 and includes placements from first to third with horses like Lit and Retin u. The text also references a later event at Toronto with several named horses and varying distances up to one and a quarter miles.
This afternoon the annual track meet of the boys clubs of Beattle is held at the university with many young athletes. Instructors and coaches across the city supervise, and a large number of entries promise good sport.
A veteran observer accuses Nolan and his handlers of manipulating weights and event details to derail a bout between Aurelio Herrera and Rat Ting Nelson in Los Angeles. He cites prior schemes by Nolan, including tampered scales and failure to referee impartially, urging enforcement of a catch weight and fair appearance to protect the public.
Sporting men expect a whirlwind boxing exhibition at Pleasant Beach Tuesday evening as Bobbie Landie and Dougherty prepare for a 12 round 148 pound clash. Landie impressed last month at Krent, and observers say Dougherty will push him hard, bringing a lively pace to the bout.
The Belond Back 10 Guide Tea star Fell Heland, manager of a tall team, returns from Arizona where he is recovering. The Ballard nine, maintaining strong form, eyes the amateur title after last year’s triumph. Decoration Day plans include a game at Madison Park against Excelsiors.
An unclear report notes Fred Sinclair boxed Cecil Matfield on Tuesday evening west of Bern and will appear later before Mer noger Delley as authorities seek a man to join an event.
A fragmented notice describes a round trip to Pleasant Beach with a bout to Pier 2 and an 8 ball game. It mentions gathering wild roses and plans for the big dances. The text is unclear in places but implies travel, leisure, and social events.
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