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“Jumbo” Keel’s cafe
at the “Sharp Corner”
1895
12 25 R. S. KEEL POOL TOURNEY
During holiday week a pool tournament, arranged by R. S. Keel, will take place at Joe Harvey's billiard rooms. It will be participated in by a number of local experts with the cue, and there are three classes of entries. In each class two cash prizes will be offered.
1899
07 04 R.
S. KEEL BECOMES “SHARP CORNER” PROPRIETOR
R. S. Keel, the well-known old ball player, has moved
here from Waterloo and is proprietor of the saloon and restaurant at the “sharp corner.”
1900
03 27 “JUMBO” KEELS’ CAFE
At the “Sharp Corner” presents a most attractive appearance with the numerous oil paintings which adorn the walls. The work was done by Artist Henry Schaller and is very creditable.
1905
1905, Jumbo baseball team, WHS_005_195
1907
02 27 VIOLIN PURCHASE
R. S. Keel recently purchased an old violin that to most people would look almost valueless and scarcely worth the wood of which it was made. The instrument, which is said to be over 100 years old, was purchased by Mr. Keel for the sum of $25. Upon purchasing the violin, the new owner sent the instrument to Chicago to have it repaired. The concern that did the repairing evidently realized what a treasure the old violin was, made Mr. Keel an offer of $150 for the instrument. The violin has been returned from Chicago and was given a trial by Harry J. Stube, who pronounces it an instrument of rare tone and beautiful volume.
1908
1908, Shoot and target tournament
1909
1909, Watertown Gun Club officer
1909
1913-14
1913-14, Watertown City Dir, Saloon, 823 E Main
1929
Keel, Robert S,
"Jumbo”, 1929, Obit
History of Watertown, Wisconsin