Seattle Streak Ends in Nth Inning Rally Loss
The Seattle Smashes rally in the ninth falls short as Vernon Tigers win 6 to 4. Seattle’s Bohne and Adams reach on singles, Stumpf drives in a run, and Baldwin saves the day for Vernon in a tight finish.
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Speed of pitched ball outruns airplane and horse
A scientist cites a pitcher able to throw a ball two and a half miles a minute, about one second from base to plate, using high speed photography to measure. The piece notes fatalities and near misses, including Chapman's death, and explains the eye brain reflexes needed to dodge fast balls.
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St. Laurence Hospital
Babe Ruth Hits 45th Home Run in Boston Doubleheader
Babe Ruth belted his 45th homer of the season in the third inning of the first game against the Red Sox at Boston. With no men aboard, the ball sailed into the right field bleachers as 25 000 fans roared. The blast tied the modern major league record set by Perry Werden in 1895.
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Baseball season tensions rise as teams jockey for late run
The article notes bars slipping to the second division after losses to Vernon while the Seals and Angels win. It mentions a pitcher due from Cincinnati and a tight race among major league teams as the season ends September 27. Carl Mays gears through a string of wins after a fatal accident involving a New York submariner. Hank Shriver signs with the San Francisco Bears. Curley Brown and others falter for the Angels as Oakland and Sacramento visitors loom.
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Iowa Legion backs boxing bill at Cedar Rapids meeting
The Iowa branch of the American Legion approved resolutions at its state convention closing sessions in Cedar Rapids on September 4 favoring passage of a boxing bill for Iowa. The action reflects broad support within the organization for regulation of the sport.
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Medals Pending as Seattle Star Announces Aquatic Meet
Ribbons for second and third place in the Seattle Star city swimming meet are available by applying at the editorial room. First place medals are still being cast and will be ready in a few days. distribution details will be announced in The Star.
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Bicycle racers contest Northwest championships at Greenlake
Seattle riders compete for Northwest championships around Greenlake with a 6 mile race for boys under 16 on stock bikes and a 25 mile open event. The first race starts at 2 p.m. Winners earn a trip to Portland to face Oregon champions next week.
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Dempsey Predicted to Stop Miske in Four to Five Rounds
Seattle fans expect Jack Dempsey to knock out Mike Miske within four to five rounds in the Benton Harbor match. Local bettors foresee a quick finish, while observers note Miske techs may not match the champion’s improved speed and power since two years ago.
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Dempsey Miske Bout Nears Ruling on Decision
Referee selection and whether the bout will be a decision or no decision dominated preparations for the Dempsey Miske clash in Michigan. Tom Bigger will meet with Jack Kearns and Jack Reddy to settle these points, while Dempsey trains and gains momentum amid packed crowds and rising boarder rates.
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Jack Reddy
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Gorman Edges Baird in San Francisco Bout
In San Francisco on September 4 Joe Gorman defeated Earl Baird of Seattle by a narrow margin in the main bout. The fight featured fast exchanges with Gorman throwing heavier punches. Johnny McCarthy also beat Joe Azevedo in another scheduled match.
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Earl Baird
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Gorman Will Box Flores at the Arena Next Week
Joe Gorman the little Portland miller has wins over Earl Baird and Harry Pelsinger. He will box Marcario Flores the hard hitting Filipino at the Arena next week. Eddie Jackson boxes Sam Langford, Lloyd Madden fights Red Gage, Frank Pete meets Sailor Killoran. Two other bouts planned.
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Eddie Jackson
Sam Langford
Lloyd Madden
Red Gage
Frank Pete
Sailor Killoran
Johnston, Caner Lead National Net Meet Semi Finals
Semi final rounds set for today at Forest Hills as San Francisco’s William M. Johnston faces G C Caner of Boston at 2 pm and Philadelphia pair William Tilden II and Wallace Johnson meet in the other bracket. Winners meet Monday for the title amid Friday’s noted displays by Johnston and Colket Caner.
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Wallace Johnson
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Watson M. Washburn
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Harvard
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Olympians complain over treatment by U S Olympic Committee
Reports from the US team abroad describe discomforts on the voyage home and in Belgium. Athletes criticize quarters and meals on the Princess Matoika and accuse organizers of poor planning. Some say the praise of the team conflicts with the conditions faced.
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United States
Olympic Committee
Mount Baker Loses Farley Patterson For Season
Mount Baker has lost star center fielder Farley Patterson for the rest of the season after he left for Eastern Washington to take work. Patterson was among the best outfielders in The Star Junior league and his absence will be felt in the title series versus Felix. Ivan Davis is expected to replace him, with Paul Kringle possibly staying to help through the Ulle series.
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Weekend league matchups and key games listed
Spaldings dookings for Sunday show Lincoln Park Juniors at Colby and Fremont at Port Townsend. Many city teams including Georgetown Merchants, Ballard Vicavere, Hibernians, and Keyport play across several fields with 1 to 3 pm starts. A Mount Baker vs Felix club series advances with possible deciding game at Dugdale's park on September 12. Sunday action begins 12:80.
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Seven Major Teams Pound Down Stretch
Seven major league clubs race neck and neck for leadership and World Series money. In the National League Cincinnati Brooklyn and the Giants held positions after wins while the Pirates’ loss to the Cubs narrows the gap. The Yankees, signaling Babe Ruth's return, moved to second by beating Boston and displacing Chicago. They ahead of the White Sox by two, with Cleveland three behind. a double bill looms as each team eyes first place tonight.
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Issaquah and Renton Meet in Deciding Game Night
Issaquah and Renton square off in the third game of their three game series at Seattle Coast league park Sunday. Each side has won once and the rivalry is heated as the tilt starts at 2 30 p m.
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British and Northwest golf stars at national amateur event
The forthcoming national amateur championship at Roslyn will feature top names from Britain and the Northwest. Cyril Tolley and Ted Ray headline a strong field with Ed Gardner, Bobbie Jones, Francis Ouimet and Rudy Wilhelm among the notable competitors. Oregon standout Wilhelm, originally ruled ineligible, may still play as the event opens, while local talent from Portland and Seattle vie for titles.
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Angling Report Highlights Big Salmon Yet Again
The report notes salmon catches in Elliott Bay and East Waterways, with several 15 to 18 pound fish taken by Reid and Van Tansel. Early morning trips preferred. West Seattle Boat House and Ballard’s Mace’s offer boat rentals. Trout displays, perch, and bass fishing also noted amid rising streams from recent rains.
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Brenton Struggles in First Major League Appearance
Cincinnati reporter notes Herb Brenton the Seattle recruit hurler failed to impress in his mound debut. He relieved Luque in the sixth against St. Louis as Cincinnati led, but the Cardinals shelled him for six hits and five runs in the seventh.
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