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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1905
Page
2
Weather delays and rain dampen park plans as the Smashes eye Tacoma action. Rube Vickers and others join West Coast teams while pennant races intensify with Philadelphia and Boston in focus. News notes cover trades, managers, and standout players like Doran and Kelly amid league shifts.
Clarence Eaton C. E. B. a member of the Board of Lectureship of the First Church of Christ Scientist Boston will deliver a public lecture at the Grand Opera House on Sunday September 10 at 3 o'clock. The church members will occupy the gallery to assure strangers seats downstairs.
Dope Sheet reports Ed Clark and Kid Bennett set for Everett bout in about three weeks after Clark stopped Jack Lacher there. Also mentions Kid Herman beating Tommy Mowatt in Grand Rapids after 15 rounds and referee Jeffries for Britt Nelson fight. Yale student Don Daly to enter law school amid cheating controversy. Jaber White plans short bouts on the East Coast. McGovern active at Polo Grounds. Baseball results include Detroit sweeping Chicago and a Washington New York scoreline, plus Cleveland beating St Louis and Boston defeating Philadelphia.
A study of Britt versus Nelson suggests James Edward Britt relies on boxing skill and strategy to outlast Nelsons aggression. Most predict a long match with Britt seeking decision if he withstands Nelsons pressure. A knockout seems unlikely for Britt, while Nelson could win early through relentless offense.
The Seattle Canoe Club and the Seattle Power Boat Club may merge into a single association. Joint regattas are planned and a commodious club house for both clubs is being considered. The paddle artista proposed the idea to power boat members, who are reviewing it now.
Seattle must face Vancouver on September 9 and again on September 23 as the Seattle club aims to finish third in the BC league. The team will miss Long Mike McCance and Sam Hague this season with Harbagei and Malt likely to fill their spots. An exhibition with the Cape of Ottawa is expected to draw a large crowd.
Advertisement describes Dr Miles Anti Pain Pill for car sickness and seasickness with claims of calming nerves and quick relief. Mentions price 85 cents or 25 cents and note never sold in bulk.
Jas J Corbett reports vast betting on the Britt Nelson match, with money reportedly changing hands at even odds across cities. He recalls historic ring rules and notes Coffroth’s San Francisco bid to stage the bout on Sept 9, risking local parade plans and public attention.
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