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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1909
Page
9
Two star pitchers Thompson and Siever face off in a pitching duel as the game unfolds with Beattie driving in runs and Swaim homering. Larrupers win 4 to 0 as Thompson holds the Cats despite several hits and errors.
Chicago May 1 Jim Jeffries trains for his fight with Tack Johnson by daily baseball practice with the White Box to shed weight. Despite weighing about 140 pounds he remains agile and fitted for later training. He adapts to the baseball uniform as his boxing preparation continues.
Thompson pitched strongly for West Seattle, earning a second straight shutout while Vancouver struggled. Beattie and Crocker contributed, with Beattie entering late and Crocker replacing Capron. The narrative highlights pitchers, hitters, and a high arcing ball that cleared the field, as the team plans more games under manager RD Thompson.
Peorla ridden by Wooten won the Oaks at Epsom Downs in rainy, muggy conditions. Ed Edward's Cess O'Galles was favorite but finished second, Verne with J. B. Joel'n up took third. Keene Whitney and Madden entries scratched from strong field. Richard Croker's Alabarma also noted for future bets after illness.
The Western Bowling Congress event is nearly complete with preparations underway for the final night. Salt Lake has entered teams including Rosenthal of the Newport Cafe sponsoring a five man squad with Kloepfel as manager and Boston as captain. Albert Hansen, jeweler, is listed in the optical department.
An entry notes fines at The Oriental Pool Rooms a bar restaurant cigar stand and woven chair barber shop between Pike and Union. It lists a ten dollar daily fee and references late charges and a mention of a proprietor named Largent.
Promoter Jack Curley promotes a heavyweight wrestling card at Cort's big arena on the Pay Streak. Joe Rogers faces John Herold in a catch as catch can match to finish, with Rogers boasting a strong prior record including Montreal tourney and matches against Frank Gotch. Many top heavyweights and international stars are slated to appear as summer events unfold.
In the P N A boxing tournament Pete McVeigh of Spokane fought D. McParland in a match that drew crowd interest. McVeigh rallied in the later rounds but failed to keep his head, losing by decision after landing blows to McParland’s abdomen and eye. Local observers praised his effort yet urged steadier concentration. Jim Morrison stated the Spokane fighter had the best of the bout in any view.
A local dinner honored visiting players with awards and reflections on the match. Guests praised hospitality and team spirit while a ceremonial toast closed the evening.
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