Tilden Faces Big Test in National Tennis Meet
Johnston of California, a Davis Cup star, challenges Tilden as Philadel phia hosts the national singles championship. The field includes Vincent Richards, Watson Washburn, Norris Willis, and foreign contenders like Norton of Africa and Godart of France. Matches move from Forest Hills to Germantown Cricket Club in Philadelphia, marking a shift urged by Tilden's push for the event.
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Swimming Ribbons Ready for Star Meet Winners
Medals for second and third in men and women mile races at The Star swimming finals near Lake Washington are not yet delivered. Ribbons for second and third place are available by calling The Star. medals are expected within a few days.
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Maryland Hosts Twenty Six Steam Railroad Firms
A state tally shows Maryland contains 26 steam railroad companies operating within its borders. The list reflects a dense early rail network shaping commerce and travel during the era.
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Net King Faces Classy Field at Philadelphia Meet
The national singles tennis meet opens Friday in Philadelphia with William Tilden Jr. leading a strong field. The 1920 American champ, famed as the king of the courts, must be at peak form despite recent health concerns to contend for the title.
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Indians in Action Thursday race tightens in standings
The Beavers travel from Los Angeles as doubleheaders loom with San Francisco slipping in the pack. Sacramento leads by two and a half games, with Seattle a game and a half behind and Los Angeles in the chase. The race remains wide open.
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Indians Rally Pushes Them Back in pennant Run
New York led Cleveland early but the Indians won to close the gap in the pennant race. Tris Speaker relied on rookies in relief as Cleveland toppled the Browns while the Yankees stumbled, keeping the Indians hot on New York’s heels.
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Murphy Wins Decision In Los Angeles
Joe Murphy of Sacramento bantam defeated Ad Rubidoux of Riverside after four rounds in the Vernon arena main event. The bout was close until Murphy landed two hard blows in the fourth that nearly dropped Rubidoux. Buck Holley defeated Charley Hendricks in four rounds. Chet Neff and Young Papke battled to a draw in the curtain-raiser.
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Single G Loses in Century Race at Hartford
Hartford on September 7 saw Single G, undefeated before yesterday, lose to Peter Manning in the race billed as the century's clash. The event drew heavy betting and large crowds at the Hartford track.
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Seattle Dogs Enter Show at Washington State Fair
Many Seattle dogs are entered in a dog show held with the Washington state fair at Yakima. The first dog showing will be on September 21.
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Soccer Meeting Tonight organizes junior league teams
The Star reports a meeting this evening at 8 o'clock for CCER team managers and players from the senior and junior leagues. Ten teams have entered and plans for the playing season will be discussed, with all teams and freelance players urged to attend.
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Giants to Play Mathewson Testimonial at Polo Grounds
New York and Boston will meet in a testimonial game for Christy Mathewson at the Polo Grounds on September 36, the Giants’ last home game of the season. Manager Me Grants seeks a five inning feature game with former Giants such as Donlin Devlin Dahlen Russi Gilbert Bowerman and Jen Nathan. Receipts will go to Mathewson who is ill with tuberculosis at Saranac Lake.
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Pacific Coast quarter-mile stars enter Sacramento meet
The Pacific Coast quarter-mile champion Schiller of the L A A C will race in the Pacific Coast championship at the state fair in Sacramento Friday. USC track captain P Wilson also enters for USC. Kerr of the L A A C, winner of Berkeley’s interscholastic mile, completes the trio announced by Hauser the A A U representative.
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Gibbons to Meet Wilson in New York Fight
Gibbons will face Johnny Wilson in a scheduled boxing bout at Madison Square Garden in New York City this month or next, per manager Mike Collins. The local middleweight contender, Mike Gibbons, awaits confirmation of date.
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Broadway Tigers Open First Practice Session
Coach Lichtenberger led Broadway as the prep school grid program began its season with a first practice yesterday. Veteran lettermen were among the attendees as the Tiger warriors reported for drills.
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Star Plans Night Meeting For Winter Sports League
The Star outlines plans for fall and winter sports under its banner. Tonight the senior and junior soccer leagues will be organized with ten teams entered. The Star’s sporting editor and local figures will discuss indoor baseball volleyball and handball tournaments and a potential Grg tourney for Beattie. Ice races are set for the Arena later in the season with basketball to be added. starting early October events will run through mid December.
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Rogers Battles Davis Then Faces Fractured Jaw at Pavilion
Rogers, a Coast champion contender, endured a brutal start against Travie Davis. He rallied to win the third round and edge the fourth as he fights on with a fractured jaw in Seattle. The card featured Hannon Gleason, Belkin and other bouts, plus new referees and an upcoming Eddie Pinkman Harry Eagles headline.
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Bohler Vows to Stay at Washington State
J F Bohler director of athletics at Washington State College announced he rejected an offer from the University of California to head athletics at their Davis farm school. He stated he will remain in Pullman and continue his duties.
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Seattle Ball Chiefs Home After California Tour
President William Klepper and Vice President Jamey Boldt of the Seattle baseball club returned home yesterday after a California tour with the team. Klepper announced outfielder Charley See would stay with the club until season’s end. See is sidelined with a broken thumb.
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Game Bird Frankie Rogers Wins Narrow Bout at Pavilion
Frankie Rogers stands up to Travie Davis in a tense second round at the Pavilion last night. Fans witnessed his resilient comeback and celebrated a hard fought championship effort.
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Crack Coachers Needed for Pennant Winners
Gibson stresses the need for competent base coaches with years of baseball experience. They must know opposing players, assess teammates, and relay signals clearly to runners. Proper coaching and teamwork between players and coaches are essential for success on the field.
Los Angeles Beats Seals In Narrow League Clash
In a late afternoon game Los Angeles defeated the league leading Seals 5 to 3. The win tightens San Francisco's first place margin to two and a half games as of September 1.
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Incomplete Baseball Scores and Batting Lines Report
Fragmented box score notes from a National League game show teams including New York Pittsburg Boston Brooklyn Philadelphia and Chicago. Mentions pitchers and batteries such as Goway Barnes Douglas Meadows MHenline Schupp Krueger Alexander O Varreil Batley Amnemith Hatley Haines and Muleter Satterson.
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Hindu wrestler Lewin defeats Goho Gobar in San Francisco bout
In San Francisco on September 7, Btrangier Lewin defeated Jatin dra Goho-Gobar in straight two falls. The match showcased Lewin's endurance and technique in front of local fans.
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Spokane Gridder Coach Named for Amherst College
Spokane based coach ABLEY Englehorn, a 200 pound Dartmouth alum and former Boston College coach, is named to lead Amherst College’s football program after a season under Cavenaugh. Eastern reports also say Charley Moran may leave Centre College for a larger school, with Bo McMillan stepping in as quarterback. Moran officiates in the National League during summers.
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