Charley Mullen Emerges as Yankee Bustling Utility Star
Charley Mullen of the New York Yankees rises as a versatile hitter and fielder. His late season pinch hits helped rally wins, with strong showings at second base ahead of Wally Pipp. Mullen’s rising popularity and key hits fuel New York’s chase for the American League lead.
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Giants Fall Again to Tacoma Lads at Dug's Park
In yesterday's rough game at Dug's Park between Seattle and Tacoma the standout moment was Barney Gill debuting at short for Seattle. Gill's efforts were described as ordinary.
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Thief Steals From Net Players' Tent At Woodland Park
A thief stole valuables from a tent used by tennis players to dress on at Woodland Park. A match in the day’s play went 47 games to determine the winners with Millie Pritchard and Adele Small defeating Mrs. R. M. Arnold and Virginia Henson in women’s doubles.
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Chicago caddies swing as golfers at caddyless tourney
In Chicago on September 1 all local golf courses were without caddies. At Exmoor Country Club the annual caddy tournament proceeded with caddies as golfers representing their clubs, competing for prizes while wealthy players caddied for them.
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Val Sontag Wins in New York Bout Ahead of Dundee Draw
Report from Seattle states Val Sontag defeated an opponent in New York in a preliminary bout before the Welling Dundee confrontation that ended in a draw. Sontag, former Far Western middleweight champion, boxed for the 8s.
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Youths to Be Given Numbers Saturday
One hundred fifty boys are expected to race in Seattle Bicycle Club’s 16 mile Labor Day event under The Star. Numbers will be issued Saturday afternoon at Piper & Taft’s, with entry blanks due by 7 pm Saturday night. All riders must wear numbers. course will be marked with red arrows and SBC initials. Officials’ final information to contestants will appear tomorrow.
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How Numbers Must Be Worn by Racers
The rules require numbers sewn firmly on the back of shirts. Starting with no number or a missing number leads to no starter check or scoring. Athletes must ensure numbers are attached or face risk of disqualification or not being recorded as finishing.
Night of Golf Woes and Sports Quips
A reflective poem laments bad golf shots and sleepless nights with bunkers and putts. The column also sniffs at Heine Zimmerman as a natural ballplayer and pokes fun at John L Sullivan’s pennant bets. It closes with a theatrical quip about Cheating Cheaters and alibis.
Tigers Acquire Pitcher Couch From San Francisco
The Detroit Tigers claim pitcher Couch from San Francisco. The team could rely on Couch if other starters falter, as a deeper rotation option.
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American Results From Latest Baseball Scores
Washington defeated Cleveland 5 to 3 while New York beat Detroit 8 to 7. Boston edged St. Louis 1 to 2 and Chicago topped Philadelphia 7 to 1.
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Eddie Pinkman 10 Retires From Ring to Become Dentist
Eddie Pinkman, famed Los Angeles boxer and cinema figure, announces retirement to study dentistry at Northwest College of Dentistry in Portland. Also notes cross-sport items and regional boxing news including Gorman in Everett, Willard circus boxing, and Spokane exhibition plans.
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Star Want Kas Swap Offer Sparks Trade Idea
A local swap notice invites residents to list goods or services they wish to trade under a star labeled Want Kas. The brief outlines a simple exchange plan and encourages participation.
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Big Leagues to Play Despite Rail Strike
Chicago report says the railroad strike would not affect major league schedules. Autos boats and trolley cars would be used where possible and other series would be switched to keep games on track.
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Anderson and Fulton to boxing match in Eau Claire
Chicago heavy Andre Anderson and Rochester Minn bounder Fred Fulton have been matched to fight ten rounds at Eau Claire Wisconsin on Labor Day.
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Aquatic Meet Set for Nat Tonight
Four aquatic events will be run tonight at the Washington Nat. The program includes the men’s 440 and 880 yard swims the women’s 220 yard swim and the boys’ 220 yard swim.
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Butte Victor Again Over Great Falls At Butte
Butte defeats Great Falls at HK R and R in a league game with standout performances from Willisor Clark White Byler Leifer Schroeder Hendrix and Hoffman.
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Welsh Ready for Marathon Defense in White Bout
COLORADO SPRINGS Sept 1 With the lightweight title fight between Fred Welsh and Charley White three days away both fighters tapering down. Welsh trained hard longer than since winning the championship and remains in top shape as his camp vows a whirlwind battle over the full marathon distance if needed.
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McLoughlin and Church Clash in Net Classic
Forest Hills Illinois September 1 Maurice FE McLoughlin meets Geo M Church of New Jersey in a key match to test his comeback form. William M Johnston also faces Leonard Beekman in a bout that could shake the title scene after Beekman upset Harold Throckmorton.
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Pittsburg 3 Boston 2 and St Louis 1 Chicago 8
In two games reported, Pittsburg defeated Boston 3 to 2 while St Louis crushed Chicago 8 to 1. No other results listed.
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Bicycle Endurance Race Entry For Seattle Club
Application for entry in the Seattle Bicycle club endurance road race to be staged under the Seattle Star on Labor Day. Also an application for membership. Provides space for full name address birth year month day and guardian consent for riders 17 and under. Entries close at 10 p.m. Saturday.
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