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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1908
Page
2
Tacoma edges Seattle 4 to 3 as Anderson delivers solid pitching with poor run support. Umpire Gale's call and late-game lapses cost Seattle a chance to win.
A garbled recap shows Lowie Rath stepping in for Philadelphia in the first inning with neither side scoring. The text references Cleveland and Chicago but contains numerous errors and unclear details.
At the New York State Fair trots in Syracuse California horse Del Coronado wins the second third and fourth heats in 2 00 2 11 and 2 13 while Zasa takes the first heat 2 09 Dr Bonney claims three straight heats 8 12 2 12 2 11 Waterman takes heats four and five 3 hn tag 2 08 2 11 Miss May Sutton retains the world title in ladies singles defeating Miss Hotchkins 63 62 at Del Monte and Seattle Tennis Club showcases continue.
Mrs. Dr. Geo. W. Miracle advertises pediatric care at 410 Hinckley Block offering treatment for children's diseases and related services.
University of Idaho coach Middleton says limited chance of a Washington Idaho game, blaming Seattle for the deadlock over venue. Idaho favors Spokane to attract a larger crowd, while Washington sticks to its own site. Secret practice continues as injury to Jarvis sidelines him this year. Penny Westover returns from Alaska with Willis at end and Wee Coyle impresses at quarterback.
United Press reports from Gravesend New York detail a program of races led by Royal Capive winning a six furlong event with Petticoat second and Fashion Plate third in 1 11. Steeplechase results show Pirate triumphing with Caller second. Additional returns list Wang and Gretna in the mile and a half event, Director leading Hiack Mary and Delly Spanker in six and a half furlongs, and Twilight Queen ahead of Merry st in five and a half furlongs with Opal third. Time marks noted for each race.
United Press notes results from Anaconda Montana on September 18. Ontario Oregon won the four and a half furlongs race with He fieme second and Stratmertin third in 1 06 percent. Nugent won seven furlongs, Roseimo second, Stratmertin third in 1 12 percent. Hurnolette won the Beven cup with Caul Cap second and Mendon third in 1 95 percent. Rossington won the seven calendar race with Manila second and Nancy W. third in 1 38 percent. Wolfville won one time Con trivation second Tudela third in 1 49 percent.
In Salem on Thursday the 2:18 pace saw Josephine win, Tom Murphy second, Wenwest third. trot times 2:09 and 2:14. Day Break took the Lewis and Clark purse at $6,000 with Berta Mac second and Nogi third, times 2:10 for the mile. Forest Rose won, Galves second, Kam wack third, time 1:14.
San Francisco dispatch reports ex welterweight champion Joe Thomas plans to move on England after a string of fights around Philadelphia. He will depart Oct. 1 and meet British heavyweights upon arrival.
In Ellensburg on September 18, an Allen, practicing football yesterday, stumbled into an irrigation ditch and broke his leg. The Lincoln high school player, though new to the area, is described as experienced and may miss early season actions. A stern prize is planned by Wallingford High as the season opens.
The Star notes amateur football teams seek games with the Chancellor club led by a 145 pound squad. Chancellor hopes to field one of the city’s best teams as practice begins, with lineup changes including True man Olde ineligibility. Martin at quarterback and other stars to fill roles. contact Y M C A for address.
Morse of Livingston Mont filled in for Mike Lynch at third base and fouls out to rob Seattle of a potential run in the third. Rowan attempted to score but Morse collided with him as he neared third, preventing a run. Gale missed the call amid protests as Red Khret’s Seattle showing drew criticism. meanwhile, Bendy Meyers was drafted by the New York Nationals, potentially earning a big league chance. In Boston tennis, American Larned beat Parke while Ritchie defeated Heath in the international singles to decide who will challenge Australian champions.
In a heated buildup Able Attell objects to long bouts after a 23 round draw with Owen Moran and jokes about careers. The piece rails at Stanley Ketchell facing Papke and hints at Langford looming as a possible challenger, noting Samuel Langford’s resilience and a looming confrontation with Joe Jeannette in New York.
Papke stunned by stopping Ketchell and now challenges Langford. The veteran fighter vows to show he is brave and willing to clash without relying on any unfair advantage.
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