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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1909

Page

5

World’s Live Sporting News Third Black Cat Massacre

The Black Cats were shut out at Dug's ball yard in a 12 to 0 loss. Fred Miller limited the Cats to five hits as Detroit topped Boston and Philadelphia. St. Louis beat Washington 7 to 6 while Cleveland and New York were rained out.

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Archer's Squat Throw Tops National League

Chicago dispatch recalls Jimmy Archer's revolutionary squat throw as a standout National League asset. Archer, praised by managers Hugh Jennings and Fred Clarke, dazzled with a fast, low release from his seated stance, altering baserunner strategy and setting two World records while with Atlanta. His career path took him via Fargo and Virden to Boone and Pittsburg before stints with Detroit.

Satcago Hugh Jennings Detroit Fred Clarke Pittsburg Hugh Jimmy Archer Frank Chhace Cub Archer Johnny Kiting Jennings Clarke Charlie Halel Memphis Atlanta Otto Williama the Pelicans Williamen Fargo N. C Virden Manitoba Boone, In Pitteburg Tigers Buffalo Chance Johnny Kiing

National League Scores Prompt Varied Results

The Cincinnati team defeated Philadelphia 7 to 6, while Cincinnati 3 Philadelphia 4, and Chicago 12 Brooklyn 6. New York edged St Louis 9 to 6, and Pittsburgh hosted Houston with rain affecting play.

Cincinnati Philadelphia Cucagee Brookl New York St. Ute

Oatland and Portland Triumph in Regional Matchups

Oatland defeated Los Angeles 3 to 1 while Portland overcame Vernon Sacramento 10 to 6 and San Francisco 2 to 0 in a trio of regional results.

Oatland Los Angeles Portland Vernon Scramento San Francisco

Cliff Blankenship Signs to Manage Tacoma Tigers

Cliff Blankenship, former scout and catcher for the Washington Americans, is signed to manage Tacoma with a $400 pay for the rest of this season and $2,400 next year plus a bonus. He traveled from Seattle and has a long river of team moves including Washington and California stints. Mike Kahoe is dismissed alongside Blankenship as Street leads the bat work behind the plate.

Cliff Blankenship Washington Americans Tacoma Blankenship Cliff Seattle Washington California Outlaws Capital Mike Kahoe Street

Canadian Pacific Route to Vancouver and Victoria

Advertisement for a return daylight rail service to Vancouver and Victoria leaving at 30 p.m. with a stopover for visits in both cities. The trip travels via Active Pass and the San Juan Islands, corridor presented by Canadian Pacific at 609 East Av.

Vancouver Victoria Princess Charlotte Active Pass San Juan Islands

Klawitter Sold to National League Interest in Iron Man Pitcher

Shreveport notes Dutch Klawitter known as Iron Man joins New York National League plans after being bought from the local team. The right hander, a Texas league standout, will depart Sept 6 for league tryouts and is praised as a versatile arm who once pitched three doubleheaders in 80 days, winning two of six.

Shrevesport Iron Men McGinnity Durham Iron Man Klawitter Shreveport Albert A. Klawitter Bob Harmon

Olson Ers for Roller at Portland

Dr B F Roller defeated Charles Olson in Portland in a wrestling match. Olson showed effort escaping several holds but finally fell twice by a 63 and 27 count sequence, with an arm lock and crotch hold finishing the first pin and a chancery move following.

Portland B. F. Roller Charles Olson Indianapolis Olson

Lord de Clifford Killed in English Auto Collision

Lord de Clifford Jack Routhweil Russell died today in an automobile collision near Barber Brighton. He was 26, heir to one of England’s oldest titles. His widow Eva Carrington Evelyn Chandler, former Gibson girl, had met him during a Dublin appearance in 1906 and married soon after.

United Frees London Lord de Clifford Jack Routhweil Russell Colleton Barber Brighton England Eva Carrington Velyn Victoria Chandler Gibson Dublin de Clifford

John King to Start Baseball Supplies Firm

Kansas City reports the John King Supply Manufacturing Company organized with John King and a former Cubs player. The venture, capitalized at 50000 dollars, plans to produce baseball equipment including gloves and bats starting next spring.

Kansas City John G. Kiting John Kitng An Cub

Reindeer Mill Huber Plans 50 Mile Run Challenge

Alaska figure known as Reindeer Mill aims a 50 mile dash against any opponent except Japanese, seeking a purse around five to ten thousand dollars. Linked to The Gold Campaign on the Pay Streak, Huber claims a 50 mile best of about 12 hours and 12 minutes, arguing the standard marathon length isn’t ideal for him.

HM. M. Huber Reindeer Mill Alaska Huber

Base Ball and Chalior Adds Intrigue in Key Matches

The league leaders totaled 30 runs in three games with Aberdeen while the Mack Cats earned two. Mike Lynch highlighted the action with power hitting and base running as Emil Frisk collected three hits and four runs. Portland’s 9 6 win over the Indians looms with a possible swing in standings as Charley Mullen nears a $2000 contract from Charles Comiskey.

Aberdeen Mack Cats

Endington's Broken Promises Sale Ad

A local sale notice from 16 Sith Ave advertises discount offerings on furniture trunks side saddles baby carriages and household goods with a phone contact for inquiries. The item list emphasizes crockery glassware and general merchandise priced around $735.

National's Best First Sacker A Rookie Found by Griffith

Dick Hoblitzell, Cincinnati's Initial sacker, is praised as the best rookie first baseman in the National League. He fields like Hal Chase, runs bases well, and has become a leader in extra base hitting, highlighted by a surge in power as Mike Mitchell helps him in the Red team lineup.

Griffith Dick Hobittzell Cincinnati Hoblitzell Diamonds Hobbigell Mike Mitchell Hans Wagner

Skeets Tops England’s Riding Leaders Despite Injury

Former American track star Skeets leads England’s winning jockeys, though crippled by a spill at Ascot. His skill keeps him among the season’s top riders as he rides to victory.

England Ascot

Ordeman and Roller Set for Friday Night Bout

Ordeman and Roller train hard for their upcoming match in Seattle. The city buzzes with gossip and betting tips as fans speculate on the duel, with Ordeman aiming to defeat a foe who has not tasted defeat except to Gotch.

Ordeman Roller Seattle Gotch

Wolgast and Murphy Draw In Pittsburg Rounds 10

Ad Wolgast and Harlem Tommy Murphy battled to a clean six round draw in Pittsburg last night. Neither fighter held the edge and both cried for a rematch. Wolgast did not display championship form despite his past victory over Battling Nelson.

United Prep Pittsburg Ad Wolgast Harlem Tommy Murphy Wolgast Battling Nelson

Drake Coach Bans Padding From Football Armor

Des Moines reports coach John L. Griffith of Drake University bans all padding from football armor calling it extra weight and too effeminate. The move targets lighter equipment for the team as part of a stricter training regime.

Celted Precet DES Moines John L. Griffith Drake University Griffith

Labor Day Parade At Woodland Park Celebration Alert

Carpenters announce a Labor Day celebration at Woodland Park with games and sports. Attendees are urged to proceed directly after the parade. C. Niles, secretary District Council.

Woodland Park

Peters Target Shells Offer Superior Performance

Peters Target Shells loaded with Du Pont smokeless powder and buckshot. Features No 3 primer for flash and velocity, uniform quality from Peters loading machine, marketed to serious sportsmen. Available until September 7 at extraordinary reduction.

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