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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1912
Page
2
An old health ad touts Electra-Vita as a self-charged battery that restores nerve power and treats weak organs. It claims galvanic vitality, may aid enlarged veins, and includes electric attachments. Customer testimonial from W. F. Morgan notes satisfaction and recommendation.
A promotional ad urges readers to fill a coupon to receive a book about Vita Health claiming it explains cures and shows photos. The offer promises a free physician consultation and lists office hours including Wednesday and Saturday evenings.
A Seattle physician underlines success of the Neal Institute treatment for morphine and alcohol addiction. He states after six years of morphine use and prior failed cures, two weeks at the institute eliminated cravings and improved health with minimal withdrawal suffering. He asserts Neal care patients share this positive outcome. Contact Neal Institute at 1735 16th Ave Wash East 4381.
Seattle faced defeat as the New York Giants crushed Detroit 7 to 1. Charley Fullerton pitched well for the Giants and Little Chase sparked the offense with a fast relay sequence. The crowd exceeded 6,500 as Seattle observers predicted the pennant path for the Giants.
Spokane defeated the Champs 11 to 5 in Vancouver as Strand and substitutes Clarke and Gervais failed to stop the Spokane attack. The game lacked excitement and showcased Spokane securing second place with a decisive victory.
Victoria eclipsed a short-handed Portland Colts 8 to 6 yesterday afternoon. Portland hurler Bureh took the mound with HKavla catching, while Victoria fielded their regular lineup and could have widened the margin with stronger effort.
Detroit manager Hugh Jennings argues the catching game decides the world series between the Giants and Red Sox. He lauds Carrigan for Boston and Meyers for New York, noting Meyers’ methodical skill and Carrigan’s brains over a strong throwing arm.
The column discusses football practice at Denny field and the risk of signals being snatched by rival teams. It also riffs on a pennant race with the Victoria Bees, questions about a Spokane Seattle Giants standings shift, and mentions Hugh Perkins becoming Fremont A C K squad captain. The piece jokes about team managers and even a World Series scene with Joe Wood’s sister.
A 6000 mile motorcycle vacation is planned by Claude Witmer of South Bend Indiana. Donald McKie of Atlanta says Danish roads surpass others in Europe. Flint Michigan passes an ordinance prohibiting carrying a passenger on a motorcycle tank or handlebars. C F McClain of Indianapolis elected president of the new Indianapolis Motorcycle club. Miss Cy Woodman of New York City heads to the Pacific coast on a two wheeler. Eight of Princeton Minnesota rural routes out of town are motorcycle covered. the ninth is by auto.
Coach Gilmour tightens secrecy after barring newspaper men from Denny Field during practice for the varsity squad. Andrew Eldred of the U W Daily protests, with a dispute to be discussed with President Kane as the season opener approaches against Everett at Denny Field tomorrow. Coast League results include Oakland 7 Sacramento 4 and Vernon 7 0.
The Day Field Juniors defeated Lowell School 15 to 0 on HB Day Field. Parks' 80 yard interception return set up the touchdown while Harrie's steady gains highlighted the win. Ed Hastings was elected captain. next plays Interlake School. Track leaders meet Thursday with Harry Kayser named captain for next year. D B Edwards named manager. National and American League scores follow with Boston and Chicago losses and Cleveland and Washington dominant.
New York Giants retained National League lead after two wins over Boston and prep for a possible World Series against the Boston Red Sox. Managers McGraw and Stahl offered confident if cautious outlooks while Connie Mack and others predicted a Red Sox victory despite Giants strengths.
A lively account of a baseball game with fans occupying aisles and seats. Mentions Lynch and an alarm clock gag, Belford, Shaw, Jackson, Fuller, Stadille, Jansen, Mann, Ray mond, Whaling, La Longe, Wilson, Nill, and Melver in various plays and hits. Describes crowd energy, fielders’ actions, and injuries in vivid, period style.
At the Row lyn Athletic club smoker in the Labor Temple only four of six bouts were held. Cecil Hatfield and Ivan Miller fought to a draw in the main event after a dramatic finish. Miller knocked Hatfield down in the second, Hatfield recovered and earned the late rally to end even.
The season opener includes Harvard vs Maine University Princeton vs Stevens College Cornell vs Colgate Yale vs Holy Cross Carnate vs Dickinson and Pennsylvania vs Gettysburg. Twelve Reading motorcycle club riders received gold medals for completing the annual endurance run. Modern rooms at Hotel Virtus, Elliott 803.
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