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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1910
Page
16
The article urges Hoppe to develop his own playing style rather than imitate others. It notes Einay poise to be studied for technique and strategy in cushion games and billiards.
Chicago guidance outlines essential elements for billiard success: proper bridge, natural stroke, balanced attitude, and correct cue selection. It stresses early style training, individual adaptation, and avoiding rigid movement or overreliance on others' strokes to cultivate accuracy and consistency.
Salt Lake January report notes Saltair Coliseum built in 1908 as a saucer bicycle track costing about 5000 dollars. On reinforced concrete columns over a five foot water depth, far from shore, with a gentle beach slope. It failed as a bicycle track, shifted to a theater, offered 10 cent admission then free, and incurred losses while remaining structurally sturdy.
The text counsels standing erect to study stance, keeping the cue steady for accurate aim, and stresses temperance. It warns against overchanging styles, urges sticking to one game type, and notes that practice for 18.2 or balkline differs. It advises gentle exercise, fresh air, walking, and adequate sleep for pliable muscles.
Pittsburg in January 30 reports manager Lake of the Bostons seeking deals with manager Dooin of Philadelphia over Ham Hyatt and other stars. Proposals include Red Beaumont for Joe Ward and Davy Shean, with Bluestocking trades discussed and both sides cold to negotiations.
Seven Full carried 1 pounds to a new six furlong track record at Terrezias Park in 1 11 2 5 amid sunny crowds. Jockey Schilling received a six day suspension while Jockey Page paid a 50 dollar fine for rough riding. Garner rode four winners as Gerrymander, Seven Full, MecNally, Spooner, Sugar Maid, Lady Esther won in the day's six races with times listed for each.
New York on January 2 reports Thomas Hueston will defend his world pool championship title against Jerome Keogh of Rochester in the first block of 2 points of a 609-point match for a $1,000 purse and a $250 side bet. The play continues over three nights.
Garden City reports a narrow 3 2 hockey win for Butte over Missoula in two 25 minute halves. Kelley opened scoring for Missoula, Butte tied, then two second half goals by Missoula edged past Butte. Poor ice and rough play affected both sides. Edwards refereed.
Dorando Piletri of Italy surged to the lead in the final two laps of the 26 mile race in San Francisco this afternoon, beating Johnny Hayes of New York by 60 yards. The time was about 40 seconds off the record with Piletri finishing in hours 41 minutes 35 seconds. Hayes finished 14 seconds later. The record time cited is 20 40 50.
Pittsburg pitcher Smith, star for the Chicago White Sox, asked manager Comiskey for 50 more. He read the signed contract at the hotel and found the figures raised by 700 instead of 8500. Comiskey asked if he was worth it and Smith signed quickly.
In Boston on January 30 instructors from Boston public schools proposed a list of football rule suggestions to cut injuries. They will be reviewed by the football rules committee in New York this week. Proposals include removing injured or exhausted players from play and encouraging safer kicking. They also call for banning tackling of players catching the ball and opening up defense and offense.
Syracuse university prepares a mass meeting in Syracuse New York to honor Ten Eyck marking eight years of his leadership. The program includes an illustrated lecture on past seasons a tour of rowing venues and performances by the university band and glee club.
The piece notes that the champions of the two big leagues in 1909 chased their first basemen late, while pennant contenders did not claim the two dismissed players. Abstein left Pittsburgh unclaimed. Detroit traded sressman’s successor Claude for Tom Jones. St Louis waivers a loss man but sent him to Columbus. another bounce candidate remains unpursued by division rivals.
Johnson and Corbett era boxing figures entangled in public misdeeds and court actions. Frank Hough blames Johnson for sensationalism while noting his wealth and desire for publicity. Corbett’s past acts, spat by Bob Fitzsimmons and stage altercations, are cited to contrast with earlier champions.
Bozeman report notes Gallatin county high school girls beat Park county girls 25 to 4 in the college gym last night. A large crowd saw a fast contest with frequent fouling. This was Gallatin's first game of the season and a heavy schedule follows including Billings Butte Helena Anaconda Red Lodge and Bozeman plans to visit other towns for one game each.
New York report shows 119 players banished from the field and 18 suspended last season, a rise linked to stricter umpire enforcement and possible rowdyism. Chicago led suspensions with five, while Pittsburg was most well behaved with seven banished and no suspensions.
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