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Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1906

Page

2

Is Nelson All In As A Top Notcher

San Francisco fans weigh if Battling Nelson can regain top form after a punishing Goldfield bout. The piece contrasts Nelsons durability with the lingering effects of kidney and stomach blows and cites a whispered plan to slip a low blow in the 424th round, aiming to avoid detection and end his reign as a leading fighter.

Nelson San Francisco Goldfield Labor Dane Tom Sharkey Sharkey Jim Jeffries Coney Leland Rob Firesimmons Gus Ruhlin Gans Gana Ganslow Nolan Bat Siler

High school football squad meets on rule day

The High school football squad held a meeting as Coach Frost read new rules and explained their meaning. Victor M Place of Dartmouth attended and spoke to the squad. Limited practice due to lack of uniforms hampers training. first game is next Saturday versus Vashon College.

Aqua Frost Victor M. Place Dartmouth U. of W Aquad Vashon College

Salem Opens with Lively Race Day at Meadows

The Salem meet opened with betting lively crowds as Yankes Jim recovered from a shoulder injury to win a half mile in 48.34. Merry-go-round completed the mile in 1 41 with Mimo and Laura F. M. in the money. Six furlongs went to Tires I with 1 13 last time while Pelham and Bert Arthur also raced.

Salem Ore Yankes Jim the Meadows Pimkin Ala Spa Sullivan Yankee Jim Borel Mimo Laura F. M Floranola Tires I T. Sullivan David Boland Seasick Pelham Postmaster Bert Arthur Woods

San Francisco Fans Anticipate Rest Fight Return

San Francisco sports report notes excitement for a post fire boxing card headlined by Dick Hyland vs Eddie Hanlon. Hanlon resumes action after a layoff while Hyland has recent wins over Young Corbett and Tommy Mowatt. promoters promise a fast bout likely not to go to the limit.

San Francisco Dick Hyland Eddie Hanlon Hanlon Hyland Young Corbett Tommy Mowatt Chicago

Seattle and Freeno Matchup Delayed By Weather Yet Set

The Seattle team sits idle awaiting the arrival of the Preane lineup led by Mique King Fisher. Weather permitting they will play this afternoon against a resilient Preane crew featuring Walters Dashwood Pearl Casey and Truck Ewan. Both teams are evenly matched in a anticipated contest despite recent form.

Seattle Mique King” Fisher Preane Walters Dashwood Pearl Casey Tacoma Tigers Truck Ewan Sal Freeno

Sparrow wins long distance motor boat race in carnival

Charles J Swain's Sparrow won the reliability trial on Monday and the 115.6 nautical mile long distance race from Poughkeepsie to Poughkeepsie and back in 6 hours 45 minutes. Artfal finished 40 minutes behind after allowances. Sparrow rode in with about 21 miles per hour versus Sparrow's under 20.

New York Charles J Swain Poughkeepale Motor Boat Club of America Payne Whitney Artfal

Burns-Kanman bout set for tonight at Pacific Club

California and Western sportsmen will witness a two round clash between Tommy Burns and Al Kanman this evening at the Pacific Athletic club. Both fighters reportedly in prime form with a likely title tilt to follow against Sere Berger who has agreed to the arrangement.

Los Angeles California Tommy Burns al Kanman Pacific Athletic Club Sere Bercer Berger

Harvard Squad Begins Practice Early This Fall

Harvard football opens practice today under coach William T. Flied Jr. The team starts 15 days before the university opening, signaling a rigorous fall season ahead for the squad and fans.

William T Flied, Jr Harvard

Warm greetings for Bert from Coast League president visit

Fans gathered as Coast League president Bert Hert planned a northern trip to Seattle to probe league stability and a possible Seattle exit. He warned of stripping the Beattle franchise and reclaiming a $1,500 guarantee, while Seattle owners weigh finishing the season.

Hert Jim Agnew Huss Mall Wired South Seattle Bert Beattle Eas Agnew Hall Waa Los Angeles California

Hurdle to Finish: Races Recounted At Morning Track Meet

Yesterday's racing card lists six events with times and top finishers. Notable names include Oasia Bitter Hand Henry Watterson Mins Lida Demo Voting Minnehaha Golden Mineral The Only Way Coruscate El Otros Old Stone Proteus Shining Star Englishman Amberita Postman Annie Berry Mrs Annie Sonnet Mies Martha Mise Cesarion Cigar Lighter Chatk Hedrick Cadichon Manfred Mies Karl Geo Vivian Bryan The Borgian and The Borgian is noted with the wear of Brooks hats at 1341 2nd av.

Oasia Bitter Hand Henry Watterson Mins Lida Demo Minnehaha Golden Mineral Annie Berry Mrs. Annie Sonnet Mies Martha Mise Cesarion Reside Sam Palmer Little Wally Chatk Hedrick Cadichon Manfred Mies Karl Geo. Vivian Bryan the Borgian Chan- Ida

Supreme Court Upholds Oregon Child Labor Law

Salem Ore Sept 12 The state supreme court sustained the child labor law in a case against John Bhorey of Multnomah County convicted of employing a child in a laundry The decision is affirmed and stands for the state's enforcement of child labor protections

Salem Ore Supreme Court John Bhorey Mutisomah County

Tacoma correspondent seeks wife Roseanio Bacctna na missing

A Tacoma correspondent for European newspapers asks police to locate his wife Roseanio Bacctna na who left Friday after a quarrel. He believes she may be in Victoria or Vancouver B C and requests officers locate her.

J. 1 Tacoma Roseanio Bacctnana Victoria Vancouver B.C

Stahl May Quit Game As Washington Leader

Washington manager and captain Jake Stahl says he may retire from the Senators leadership at season's end and possibly retire from baseball. Washington’s poor performance has distressed him, though he might stay on if offered another season.

Washington Jake Stahl Senators Stahl Chicago Benatora Donovan Johnson Tah

Jockey Injured At Winnock Station Near Chehalia

Police Captain Ward received a long distance call early today reporting jockey Jack Clark injured at Winnock station near Chehalia. It is believed he may be the popular J Clark who rode at the Meadows during the recent meet and who suffered the loss of his right leg.

Ward Jack Clark Winnock Chehalia J. Clark

Anson Writes On White Sox Winning Strategy

Pop Anson, famed baseball figure, analyzes the Chicago White Sox under Charles Comiskey. He notes the team relies on brains and smart plays despite weaker hitting, offering tips valuable to players and the game overall.

Anson White Sox Pop” Anson Charles Comiskey

Comiskey Jones Led Cubs to Strong Season Says Critic

The piece praises Comiskey and Jones for assembling and guiding the Cubs with steady habits, strong pitching staff, and versatile players. It notes Murphy and Chance for the Cubs and Comiskey and Jones for the "Browns" as leaders. The author highlights disciplined players, minimal liquor use, and a well-rounded game plan including defense and base running.

Chicago Cubs Murphy Chance Boa Comiskey Jones Charles Comiskey Comiskey and Jones Wateh White Patterson Owen Altrock

25 Cents for 26 Miles Around Mercer Island

A brief notice states a fare of 25 cents for a steamer trip around Mercer Island aboard the Fortuna. The fragment confirms the route and price, with no additional details available.

Mercer Island Fortuna

City board receives two donations from residents

The city board reports two recent gifts from residents. Nels Martin Jensen provided a donation partly described as a pair of bine fantail oy etc. Mrs. K. A. of Fourteenth Avenue contributed a large horned owls pair recently caught in the Cascades.

Nels Martin Jensen K. A Cascades

Southey Pacific Announces Shasta Route Train Service

The Southey Pacific company offers commodations for travel to the East via the famed Shasta route. Information and tickets available at Unie office, 608 First Ave, BE Ellis, General Agent.

Southey Pacific Company San Francisco Unie BE Ellis Gem

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