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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1916
Page
7
Edwin J. Brown argues Seattle should sell municipal bonds in small denominations to local residents to fund city needs. He cites St Paul's practice, outlines loan structures, and claims competition could lower interest and tax burdens if state oversight improves.
New York reports Baseball fans focused on Boston as the Giants face the Heston Braves in a bid for 17 straight wins. McGraw’s club trails the NL leaders by two while Cleveland tests form in the AL as they pursue strong showings and a series with the Phillies begins tomorrow.
Memorial day plans include a bargain matinee tomorrow and a double-header. The Canucks and Seattle have a postponed game to play, so a two-game session is likely Sunday.
Beattie’s squad defeated Spokane 4 1 Sunday as Charley Schmuts starred with three hits and Schmutz drove in the decisive runs. Cyrus Noble pitched for Indiana while Spokane’s Gard Gislason and Pug Belle contributed, with Beattie’s men taking a toe hold on third place and preparing for a clash with Brown’s crew at the Dugdale battlement.
A few trapshooters were active at Harvey Island but Green Lake drew many competitors. Hi Folirich W H Carsten and L S Barnes tied for high amateur with 46 of 60. L H Reid led professionals with 48. Hugh Fleming topped Harbor Island with 44.
The article recounts baseball players' superstitions and personal habits. It notes a veteran who keeps an undershirt unchanged through long streaks and others who ritualize equipment or chewing gum on a cap button to influence luck. It presents varied beliefs about jinxes, omens, and routines.
The Batteraby & Smith City league team defeated Chauncey Wright 7 to 6 in a close Sunday matchup. The game featured a tight score and decisive late plays that secured the win for Batteraby Smith.
The Hornsides beat Shaner and Wolfe 23 to 1 at camp. Graham belted two home runs for the victors.
Ballard Boosters lose to New System Laundry 7 to 5 at Woodland Park in a tight contest. The game featured a close score and key plays by both teams.
Seven runs in the final frame powered the Portland Cordage Co to a 10 to 3 victory over the Mikado club on Sunday. Reliable hitting and late rally sealed the win for Portland Cordage, improving their standing in the series.
Janet Christiaens arrives from London with an English Sunbeam to compete in the 300 mile Indiana sweepstakes at Indianapolis. British authorities cleared the way, and Christiaens, a Belgian veteran of the Entente forces, drove to sixth here two years ago. The car's aviation-motor-influenced design excites U S engineers who see aviation progress shaping future racing. Christiaens served in trenches and aviation, earning multiple medals for bravery.
Willie Ritchie arrived in Portland from Chicago to train for his next Tuesday bout with Ralph Gruman. A deputation greeted him at the station and escorted him to a hotel banquet with John F. Logan as toastmaster and Deputy District Attorney Joe Hammersley delivering the main remarks. Ritchie began road work this morning.
Ray Caldwell of the New York Yankees was late to start spring training after a pocket knife slipped while he was carving his initials at the Macon camp in Georgia. The incident cut the top of his right index finger and delayed his throwing drills.
Washington defeats California crew by sixteen lengths as Everett captures Western Washington athletic meet honors. Ted Lewis known as Kid Lewis edges Mike Gibbons in New York. Washington suffers track defeat to Oregon Aggies.
In Chicago, the American squad defeated Cleveland 22 to 4. At Detroit the margin widened as American beat St. Louis 6 to 3. Other results were not listed.
National results show Cincinnati 3 Chicago and St Louis 10 with Pittsburg 44 as a standout score. The report highlights Pittsburg’s large margin and regional outcomes across three cities.
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